ZBA Hearing Shuts Down Wicked Fun Club

Tuesday, April 29th – Plymouth, CT

On Tuesday, April 29th, approximately 100 people gathered in the meeting hall in the basement of Plymouth Town Hall for the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) hearing regarding our appeal. Of those present, about 90 were there in support of the Town’s Cease & Desist Order against the Wicked Fun Club. Only nine of us attended in support of our club and lifestyle.

Jodi spoke first, followed by myself. During our statements, we presented clear evidence supporting our position. This included an email from the Town Attorney that explicitly states, “your business doesn’t neatly fit within the exact parameters of the regulation.” Additionally, a Town official from the Land Use office admitted to one of our members that the club does not fall into any of the listed adult-use zoning categories.

In fact, just hours before the hearing, a source working inside Town Hall personally told us that the Cease & Desist Order carries no real legal weight and that the Wicked Fun Club is not in violation of any zoning regulation. Yet despite these facts, our statements were overshadowed by public emotion and hostility.

What followed was nearly 90 minutes of hostile public comment. Around 40 individuals—many identifying as Christians—used their time not to present legal arguments but to launch personal attacks, spread misinformation, and deliver sermons with little regard for actual zoning law. Their comments were filled with name-calling, false accusations, and unrelated grievances. It was, in every sense, a public roast—vicious, emotional, and divorced from the facts.

Among these self-proclaimed Christians, not one displayed behavior consistent with the values they claim to uphold. I was raised as a Christian, and while I’ve evolved to think independently as an adult, I still remember the words from Sunday School: “Let him who is without sin cast the first stone.” I didn’t realize that Plymouth had so many saints, because what we witnessed was a room full of people throwing verbal stones—and boulders—with a cruelty that was anything but Christian.

To those who sat quietly and listened—or who showed courage by speaking up for us, like David—we thank you deeply.

The Zoning Board of Appeals is composed of appointed civilians—none of whom are zoning professionals or legal experts. Throughout the proceedings, the Board never asked us a single question. Instead, they appeared to simply follow the direction of political pressure and public emotion. In the end, their decision reflected the will of the crowd, not the rule of law.

After public comment closed, the ZBA moved into Executive Session, a step typically reserved for legal matters such as litigation, security, or real estate transactions. The Board invited the Town Attorney for guidance. Jodi objected, arguing this was akin to a jury inviting the prosecution into their deliberation room—fundamentally unfair. Her objection was overruled by the chairman. After about 10 minutes behind closed doors, the Board returned and voted against our appeal.

The Outcome

As of now, the Wicked Fun Club remains closed. We are actively evaluating our legal options and seeking discussions with our landlord, who—based on his affidavit—intends to pursue eviction, though we believe he has no legal grounds. Understanding his position is crucial as we decide our litigation priorities with the Town of Plymouth.

We’re currently pursuing several paths at once. One critical factor is the Town’s apparent strategy of relying on our landlord to carry out an eviction. At this point, we have not received a formal notice, and we’re working to maintain open communication with him in hopes of avoiding unnecessary legal expenses on his end. We’ve emphasized that the Town is not acting in his best interest—and an eviction effort could be costly, especially given that we pay rent and are not a nuisance.

We’ve also learned that the Town’s objective may be to weaken our legal standing by having us removed from the premises. If we’re no longer operating at our current location, our case against the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) becomes more complicated. But make no mistake—our appeal in state court is moving forward. We were informed hours before the ZBA meeting that the outcome had already been predetermined. The so-called hearing was merely a formality.

Legal precedent supports our position, and we’re confident the court will side with us. As we stated during the ZBA meeting, the Town of Plymouth could end up spending hundreds of thousands of taxpayer dollars to defend a case they are likely to lose. Shockingly, during the meeting, one taxpayer stood and declared it would be “worth it” to spend that money just to push the Wicked Fun Club out of town—and dozens in the crowd cheered.

Even if the Town somehow prevails, it will come at a significant cost. And if they don’t, taxpayers will have funded a failed campaign driven by bias, not law. Meanwhile, we will be requesting a “Stay” from the state court—allowing us to reopen and operate during the legal process. The timeline for that decision remains uncertain, and there’s no guarantee, but it’s part of our plan.

Should we prevail in state court—as we believe we will—we will immediately file in federal court. This next phase will address serious constitutional violations by the Town and its officials, including infringement of our civil rights, harassment, defamation, and substantial financial loss. Again, this is not a threat—it’s a statement of fact. The town’s continued pursuit of this unjust campaign could ultimately cost taxpayers hundreds of thousands more in legal fees and damages awarded to the Wicked Fun Club.

We ask a simple question: why should we run and hide like cowards when our Constitutional rights are being trampled? We won’t. We will stand up and fight—for ourselves, for our members, and for what is right.

What’s Next

We are currently exploring a new home for the Wicked Fun Club—not because we’ve given up, but because we’re preparing responsibly for every possible outcome. If any members have leads on properties or venues, your help would be incredibly appreciated. This is simply a precaution. In the unfortunate event that things don’t go as planned—whether due to legal delays or our landlord choosing not to cooperate—we want to ensure we’re not left without a place to continue our journey. The next chapter of the Wicked Fun Club deserves to be ready, no matter where it unfolds.

In the interim, we also plan to hold events at alternative venues to keep our community engaged, connected, and thriving.

Additionally, we’re considering launching a GoFundMe campaign to support relocation and legal expenses. We’d love your feedback—would you be willing to support us if we go that route?

Finally, we want to say this: we’re sorry—not because we’ve done anything wrong, but because we’re in this limbo together. We believe the law is on our side. Unfortunately, last night’s vote was swayed by politics, pressure, and prejudice—not justice.

We’re Still Planning to Party

None of our themed events are being canceled—we’re simply shifting the schedule. Murder Mystery, MILF Madness, and more are still on. The dates might change, but the fun is definitely still coming.

This isn’t the end. It’s just the end of one chapter. The next chapter? It’s already being written—and it’s going to be bolder, stronger, and even more Wicked.

Thank you to everyone who’s stood with us—whether in person, through calls, petition signatures, or simply sending your love. We feel it all.

The Wicked Fun Club will rise again.

Stay tuned. Stay sexy. Stay strong.

With love, passion, and fire,
Steve & Jodi