Bill > S1924

This bill authorizes the town of Chelmsford to hold licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be consumed on the premises of two specific locations: the Chelmsford Center for the Arts at 1A North Road and the Chelmsford Community Center at 31 Princeton Street. This means the town itself, rather than a private business, can obtain and hold these licenses, which are governed by Chapter 138 of the General Laws, with an exception to section 17 of that chapter. The bill also clarifies that once issued, these licenses cannot be transferred to any other location or entity. Additionally, it allows the town to pay for alcoholic beverages purchased for use with these licenses, overriding a general rule about how towns can pay bills. This legislation has received local approval and will become effective immediately upon its passage.