Council Nixes License For Pawnshop, Contractor Says Vote Won't Withstand A Challenge
Majority errs on side of caution over desire to fill 118 Main St. storefront.
The City Council voted against a dealer license for Spindle City Pawnbrokers/Fall River Pawnbrokers for 118 Main St. last night after a debate over the perils of pawnbrokers verses the city's effort to fill vacant storefronts. Vincent Mesolella, principal of the construction company REI Inc., hired to prepare the Main Street storefront for the pawnbroker shop, representing the applicant, Aaron Tetrault, said he'd have to check with him to see what their next step would be. Mesolella said if his client decided to challenge the vote, he's certain it wouldn't stand up in court. "I heard a lot of philosophical talk about the business," Meslolella said, but no legal reason to deny the license was discussed. Council President John Ward argued…
Paulie10
11:56 am on Friday, December 14, 2012
Regardless of what Mr. Baldelli's motives maybe or not be,he has a valid point.We need a pawn shop in this city as much as we need another methadone clinic,bodega,dive bar etc.... Sometimes the money just isnt worth it.And also,while y'all are crying about the Baldellis,did you take the time to learn of Spindle City's history of shady business?Do we really want that for a few measly tax dollars? more ›