Board of License Commissioners June 10, 2026

The Carroll County Board of License Commissioners held a meeting on June 10, 2026, primarily addressing liquor license applications, transfers, and violation hearings. Several one-day liquor license applications were approved for community events organized by local groups, including Carroll County Parks and Recreation and nonprofit organizations. The board conducted violation hearings for underage alcohol sales at two establishments, Oakland Mills Liquors and New York Pizzeria, resulting in fines of $100 and $1,000 respectively, with warnings about future compliance. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to reviewing and approving transfer applications for liquor licenses, including the transfer of New Carriage House Liquors to Westminster Liquors LLC and the transfer of a Class B license for Fresh Elements Kitchen and Bar, with conditions imposed on operating hours and staffing due to past compliance concerns. The board also discussed alcohol-to-food sales ratios for licensed establishments and considered potential rule changes to accommodate different types of venues. The meeting concluded with a motion to find Ernie's Place not culpable for a food-to-alcohol sales ratio violation based on updated financial reports and a reminder about an upcoming retail seminar.