5/14/26 Alcohol Beverage Board

The St. Mary's County Alcohol Beverage Board held a meeting on May 14, 2026, primarily addressing administrative and regulatory matters related to alcohol licensing. Key procurement-related discussions included approving 90-day extensions for conditional license approvals for two applicants, Creek Arthur C Brinkley and Celeste C Baird, and McKay's Grapes, Grains, and Gatherings, due to construction and supply chain delays. The board also elected Barbara Hill as the new vice chairman. Additionally, the meeting covered enforcement reports, license renewals, and ongoing legislative considerations affecting licensing rules and regulations. No new contracts or vendor selections were discussed, but the board noted challenges with approval timelines and suggested potential rule changes to streamline extension periods for license applicants.