City of Central Falls
Regular City Council Meeting
City Hall Council Chambers
August 20, 2001
At 7:00 p.m.
A Regular Meeting of the Central Falls City Council was held on the above date in the City Hall Council Chambers at 7:01 p.m.
Council President Noury noted for the record that a quorum was present with Councilman Robichaud absent due to illness and Councilwoman Canavan was out of town.
Council President Noury presided and led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mr. Ed Collins asked to hold Public Comments to later in the meeting because the issues he wished to address are for the City Solicitor who was not present at this time.
Council President Noury asked the members of the Council to without object hold public comments to later in the meeting.
A) Certificates of Congratulations to the 2001 Blackstone Valley Little League Champions
(Introduced by Councilman Jason Leger)
Gus Levesque-Jay Leger-Josh Cummings-Colt Smith-Matt Levasseur
Garrett Weber-Bobby Weber-Hector Gomez-Roberto Vasquez-Pedro Garcia
Jonathan Ventura-Scott Ruel-Kyle Cassamas-R.J. Stryesak-Jonathan Palmer
Leon Palmer-Bob Weber.
Council President Noury congratulated the team for their efforts and presented the certificates.
B) Certificates of Congratulations to the 2001 Central Falls Little League Champion Team
“Rick’s Pub” (Introduced by Councilman Jason Leger)
Jesus Chaparro-Hector Feliciano-Normand Guilbert-Brian Main
Jason Moreau-Joshua Mota-John Olivier-Hector Paulino-Jason Pita
Christopher Rosario-George Tager-Joshua Tavares
Manager:George Tager Coach: Rick Guilbert
Councilman Leger congratulated the team for their efforts and presented the certificates.
Special Meeting May 30, 2001
Special Meeting June 4, 2001
Workshop June 4, 2001
Special Meeting June 6, 2001
Workshop June 6, 2001
Special Meeting June 8, 2001
Regular Meeting June 11, 2001
Special Meeting June 13, 2001
Workshop June 13, 2001
Special Meeting June 18, 2001
Workshop June 18, 2001
Special Meeting June 25, 2001 (4:00 p.m.)
Special Meeting June 25, 2001 (8:00 p.m.)
Special Meeting July 3, 2001
Special Meeting July 6, 2001
Special Meeting July 7, 2001
convened July 9,10 2001
Special Meeting August 3, 2001
Motion was made by Councilman Leger to accept collectively.
Councilman Lazieh asked that the minutes be tabled because there were some things that he wished to talk over with the clerk regarding some of the meetings.
Councilman Leger withdrew his motion.
Motion to table collectively was made by Councilman Lazieh and seconded by Councilman Leger. All Agreed. So Voted.
A) Pawtucket/Central Falls Neighborhood Revitalization Project
B) Councilman Thomas Lazieh to:
i) City Solicitors re: Legal opinion budget process & tax levy
ii) City Solicitor re: Review Vision Appraisal Technology Agreement.
iii) City Clerk re: Special Meeting July 16th.
iv) Stop & Shop Co. re: Discussion of Store Policy
C) Elizabeth A. Crowley, CMC City Clerk to Hector Solis d/b/a Muffler’s Unlimited re: Order to appear & to report on action taken regarding the repair to the retaining wall.
D) James A. Briden, Esq. City Solicitor: Memo regarding Open Meeting Act.
E) Chief Alan R. DeNaro re: letter from Whalen Management. re: letter from Kathleen Martineau.
F) Ernest A. Almonte, Auditor General re: Procedure for petitioning for extensions of annual audit effective for audits of fiscal year ending in 2001.
G) Gary Tait, 675 High St. re: Concerns with Jenks Park Lights & the Historic Cannon
H) Thomas Shannahan re: Historic Cannon formerly housed in Jenks Park
I) Children’s Museum re: Fall Schedule
Motion to accept collectively and place on file was made by Councilman Lazieh and seconded by Councilman Leger. All Agreed. So Voted.
Council President Noury read the letter from Mr. Tait and the response from Mr. Shannahan.
A) Code Enforcement (June)
Motion to place on file was made by Councilman Leger and seconded by Councilman Lazieh. All Agreed. So Voted.
i) Johan J. Lopez
d/b/a J & S Fashion
586 Dexter St.
Motion to approve was made by Councilman Leger and seconded by Councilman Lazieh. All Agreed. So Voted.
ii) Junior Rosa
d/b/a Daiana Discount
798 Broad St.
Motion to approve was made by Councilman Leger and seconded by Councilman Lazieh. All Agreed. So Voted.
iii) Sobeida Valdera & Julio
Sanchez d/b/a The New York Style
508 Dexter St.
Motion to approve was made by Councilman Lazieh and seconded by Councilman Leger. All Agreed. So Voted.
v) Steven Kang
d/b/a Enzo
694 Dexter St.
Motion to approve was made by Councilman Lazieh and seconded by Councilman Leger. All Agreed. So Voted.
i) John A. Varella
d/b/a Brava Employment Inc.
38 Crossman St.
Motion to approve was made by Councilman Lazieh and seconded by Councilman Leger. All Agreed. So Voted.
John Goff
d/b/a Goff Auto Body
595 Lonsdale Ave.
Motion to table was made by Councilman Leger and seconded by Councilman Lazieh. All Agreed. So Voted.
i) Holy Spirit Catholic Community
1030 Dexter Street
ii) Aime J. Forand Tenants Association
30 Washington St.
i) Annual Saint Joseph Parish Picnic
High Street
September 8th (6pm-11pm) & 9th (Noon –7 pm) 2001
ii) Holy Spirit Catholic Community
1030 Dexter Street
Annual Parish Bazaar (Notre Dame Church Hall)
November 2nd (3pm-10pm) & 3rd (10am-11pm)
iii) Holy Spirit Catholic Community
1030 Dexter Street
Hispanic Community 30 week club dance & raffle
September 22, 2001-7pm to midnight
Notre Dame Church Hall
iv) Holy Spirit Catholic Community
1030 Dexter Street
Annual 40 week club raffle
Beginning Sept. 6, 2001 ending June 1, 2002
Dinner Dance to be held at the K of C Hall 20 Claremont St. 6/1/2002
Motion to approve collectively was made by Councilman Lazieh and seconded by Councilman Leger. All Agreed. So Voted.
i) Central Falls Panthers
Macomber Stadium
August-November (Football Season)
Motion to approve was made by Councilman Leger and seconded by Councilman Lazieh. All Agreed. So Voted.
i) Erika Jean Fournier
Use of Jenks Park
October 20, 2001 (For wedding pictures and to drive a limo into the park)
Motion to approve was made by Councilman Lazieh and seconded by Councilman Leger.
All Agreed. So Voted.
Hector Solis
d/b/a Muffler’s Unlimited
759-769 High St.
Attorney Briden recommended that the Council grant the request made by Mr. Solis’ attorney to extend until the next meeting of the Council. He stated that it would be prudent to allow Mr.Solis’ attorney to be present before making any decisions.
Councilman Leger recommended that this request be granted with the provision that if the work is not completed by that time the Council will suspend Mr. Solis’ license.
Councilman Lazieh commented that this would allow Mr. Solis to complete the work.
Council President Noury stated that he would not have a problem with recommending a revocation of the license if the work is not completed by that time.
Motion to continue to September 17th was made by Councilman Leger and seconded by Councilman Lazieh. All Agreed. So Voted.
John Gancarski, Tax Assessor re: Abatement List (will be present for questions and answers)
Council President asked the Assessor what entitled exempt means.
Mr. Gancarski responded.
Council President Noury questioned the job incentive for Central Beverage.
Mr. Gancarski stated that this is what was due this company since the City Council passed the Ordinance creating this exemption.
Council President Noury asked how many jobs were created.
Mr. Gancarski responded that the Ordinance allowed 2-49 positions.
Council President Noury asked the Assessor if he would provide a copy of the paperwork submitted by the Company to the Council.
Mr. Gancarski stated that he would forward a copy to the clerk.
Councilman Lazieh commented on the report to the Council on this matter.
A) Lourdes Robles by attorney John F. Neary, Esq. for alleged violation of civil rights on or about December 17, 2000 due to being falsely and wrongfully imprisoned.
B) Jehiel Cuba by attorney John F. Neary, Esq. for injuries sustained by a fall while riding his bicycle on or about June 2, 2001.
Motion to accept and refer to the claims committee was made by Councilman Lazieh and seconded by Councilman Leger. All Agreed. So Voted.
A) Resolution extending the Condolences of the Central Falls City Council to the Family of the Late Theresa F. Mercier (Introduced by Councilman Lazieh)
B) Resolution extending the Condolences of the Central Falls City Council to the Family of the Late Donna Rosciti-Moore) (Introduced by Councilman Lazieh)
C) Resolution extending the Condolences of the Central Falls City Council to the Family of the late Della K. Bowman. (Introduced by Councilman Lazieh)
D) Resolution extending the Condolences of the Central Falls City Council to the Family of the late William D. Haddad. (Introduced by Councilman Lazieh)
E) Resolution extending the Condolences of the Central Falls City Council to the Family of the late Helen Laskaridou. (Introduced by Councilman Lazieh)
Motion to approve collectively was made by Councilman Lazieh and seconded by Councilman Leger. All Agreed. So Voted.
A) An Ordinance regarding the re-appropriation of the Capital Program and Capital Budget
Council President Noury opened the meeting to a public hearing. No comments. Public hearing closed.
Motion to approve was made by Councilman Lazieh and seconded by Councilman Leger. All Agreed. So Voted.
Council President Noury returned to Item #3 on the Agenda Public Comments.
Mr. Ed Collins commented on the duties of the Solicitors Office and stated that the taxpayer interest are not being heard. Mr. Briden at this point left the chambers and returned to his Office. Mr. Collins continued with his comments regarding the budget committee, the budget, the firemen’s clothing allowance and other matters. He stated that he is insulted over the fact that the Solicitor left the chambers while he was addressing him.
Councilman Lazieh asked for a five-minute recess in order to speak with Mr. Briden.
Meeting recessed without objection at 8:05 p.m. Meeting reconvened at 8:15 p.m.
Opinion from the Office of the City Solicitor regarding requests from Councilman Lazieh on various legal determinations and opinions. (Requested by Councilman Lazieh)
Councilman Lazieh stated that the Solicitor would research this request.
Councilman Leger requested that Mr. Dumont be asked to attend the next meeting on Sept. 17, 2001.
Councilman Lazieh requested that the other documentation that the Council previously asked for in
The budget meetings be provided and he also asked that the June 30th closeout be provided for the next meeting. He asked that the clerk research the various ordinances that the Council has passed and to see if there are any outstanding issues relative to them.
Motion to adjourn was made by Councilman Leger and seconded by Councilman Lazieh. All Agreed. So voted. Time 8:20 p.m.
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Elizabeth A. Crowley, CMC
City Clerk