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Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
Commissioners
- Matthew Dobrowolski
- Kim Hall
- Edward Rengifo
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Amanda Figueiredo, CMR
Deputy Registrar, ABC Board Secretary
Overview
The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board is a three-member board that has the authority for granting and administration of all liquor licenses within the City of Rahway.
State Website
In order to renew a license, get an Ad Interim Permit, Petition to Extend Licensed Premise, apply for a Social Affair permit, and more, you'll need to go to the State website (POSSE) in order to apply.
Meetings
The purpose of the meetings is to conduct the regular monthly business of the Board including, but not limited to Presentations, Communications, Reports, Public Comments, Public Hearings, Approval of Minutes, and Approval of Resolutions. These meetings are open to the public. Formal action will be taken. Please be advised that the Board reserves the right to enter into closed executive session per N.J.S.A. 10:4-12.
Meetings begin at 6:30 PM
Meetings are held within the Council Chambers of the City Hall at 1 City Hall Plaza, Rahway, New Jersey 07065.
As required by the "Open Public Meetings Act" Chapter 231, P.L. 1975, notice is hereby given of the following schedule of Regular Meetings of the Municipal Board of Alcoholic Beverage Control of the City of Rahway for 2017.
Reorganization & Regular January 11, 2023 | July 12, 2023 |
February 08, 2023 | August 9, 2023 |
March 08, 2023 | September 13, 2023 |
April 5, 2023 | October 11, 2023 |
May 10, 2023 | November 1, 2023 |
June 21, 2023 | December 13, 2023 |
Any member of the community wishing to offer public comments or has questions can Email Amanda Figueiredo. Members of the public must state their full name and address for the record.
- How many liquor licenses are there in Rahway?
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There are a total of 31 licenses in the City of Rahway. There are 4 Club Licenses, 1 Hotel/ Motel License, 21 Plenary Retail Consumption Licenses (bars or restaurants), with one being a Plenary Retail Consumption License with Broad C (It can act as both a liquor store and a bar/restaurant), and 5 Plenary Retail Distribution Licenses (Liquor Stores).
Currently, there is 1 Plenary Retail Distribution License in "Pocket" status (it isn't established/ in use at an establishment) and 7 Plenary Retail Consumption Licenses in "Pocket" status.
- Are There Any Liquor Licenses For Sale?
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To view any municipal liquor licenses that may be available for purchase, please click here.
- What Is Required For Liquor License Renewal?
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Active & Pocket Licenses
- Tax Clearance from the State Division of Taxation
- In order for the State to issue the clearance certificate, you must have a valid corporate charter and:
- Be current on State tax filings; and
- Payments; or
- Be current on your approved Deferred Payment Plan.
- In order for the State to issue the clearance certificate, you must have a valid corporate charter and:
- $200 payable to the State of New Jersey through the POSSE system
- Fees paid to the City of Rahway by cash, check, or money order. Debit and Credit Cards are currently not accepted.
- For Club Licenses: $150
- For all Others, $2000
Pocket Licenses Only
You may need to file a 12.39 relief form through POSSE for holding an inactive license, which costs $100 per term you are requesting relief.
Late Fees
The City of Rahway does not charge late fees. However, the State has deterrent procedures, which include additional forms to fill out and fees.
- Tax Clearance from the State Division of Taxation
- Where Can I Find The Laws and Regulations Regarding Establishments Which Serve or Sell Alcohol?
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Please refer to the New Jersey Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control Retail Licensee Handbook and the City of Rahway Municipal Code.
- What is the State website (POSSE) and how do I access it?
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The State website (POSSE) is where you will renew your license yearly, put in for an extension of premise application, and more. Click here to go to their website page featuring all the permits offered.
You can also click here to login into your POSSE account.