HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP)-- Persons or businesses holding a liquor license in the City of Holyoke are reminded that they must renew for 2025. According to the city, an inspection of the business is required for renewal. Notices were sent on August 20 and September 9 by the Building Department to schedule site inspections. State recognizes these western Mass. schools for drop in chronic absenteeism Additionally, a renewal application must be filed with the License Board that include proof of insurance, a Tax Clearance form from the tax collector's office, Certificate of Good Standing by the Department of Revenue, Workers Compensation, and a copy of TIPS Certificate for all employees. Only completed applications will be reviewed by the License Board. If approved, license renewals are forwarded to the ABCC for final approval. All license holders need to submit their renewal application in November. Any renewal application not signed and filed by November 30 will be treated as a new license. Aaron Vega, director of the City’s Office of Planning and Economic Development, said Holyoke “is proud of all the different restaurants in the City, and we look forward to promoting your business in the new year. But we need to have compliance when it comes to liquor licenses issued in the city. The liquor license is an important asset, and the yearly renewal is critical to stay in good standing and not risk the loss of a license, which would hurt the owner and the City."