June 1, 2005 - City Council Meeting

City of Central Falls

City Council Meeting

City Hall Council Chambers

Web Address: www.centralfallsri.us

Wednesday, June 1, 2005

6:45 p.m.

A meeting of the Central Falls City Council was held on the above date in the City Hall Council Chambers at 6:47 p.m.

1. Roll Call

Councilman Silva

Councilman Patino

Councilman Benson

Councilman Weber

Quorum present.

Council President Weber noted for the record that Councilman Leger informed him that he could not make the meeting due to another commitment.

2. Pledge of Allegiance

Council President Robert F. Weber, Jr. presided and led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.

3. Plant A Tree

Children's Crusade/Veteran Memorial School

Permission to plant a tree in Jenks Park

June 16^th or 17^th to honor Linda Colvin, School Music Teacher on her retirement June 23, 2005 from the Central Falls School District after 30 years of dedicated service.

Motion to approve was made by Councilman Patino and seconded by Councilman Benson.

All Agreed. So Voted.

Council President Weber introduced a Resolution of congratulations to Ms. Colvin on her retirement.

Seconded by Councilman Silva. All Agreed. So Voted.

4. Minutes

May 9, 2005; May 16, 2005

Motion to approve and place on file was made by Councilman Patino and seconded by Councilman Silva. All Agreed So Voted.

5. Correspondences

a) Rhode Island Ethics Commission re: Advisory opinion Robert F. Weber, Jr.

b) Blackstone Valley Tourism Council re: Rivers Day

c) Public Hearing-The Transportation Improvement Program

d) Town of East Greenwich Resolution in support of Pension Reform; Increase of Real Estate Conveyance Tax and Requiring Utilities to pay for costs entailed on relocation of infrastructure by DPW.

e) Rural Development approval $19,080 Grant for purchase of DPW equipment.

f) Rural Development approval $19,080 Grant for purchase of Fire Department Alarm Monitoring System and Air Filtration System.

g) Brousseau Family card of Thanks

h) Mayor David S. Iwuc to Mayor Moreau letter of thanks for assistance from Sergeant Rene Ogni and City Clerk Elizabeth Crowley.

i) Invitation retirement Leo Leclerc -36 years in education Central Falls School District.

j) Central Falls Planning Commission re: Zoning Ordinance.

k) To whom It May Concern-Butler Avenue issues.

l) Town of Exeter Resolution in Support of Pension Reform

m) The Trust 2004 Annual Report

Motion to accept collectively and place on file was made by Councilman Patino and seconded by Councilman Benson. All Agreed. So Voted.

The Council referred item j to the Legal Department and Item K to the Police Department.

6. City Officers Reports

a) Police Department April Report.

b) Municipal Court April Report.

c) Code Enforcement April Report.

d) Expense Report 5/31/05

Motion to accept collectively and place on file was made by Councilman Patino and seconded by Councilman Benson. All Agreed. So Voted.

7. Claims

Arlene Rivera-704 Pine St. for damages to vehicle.

Motion to refer to claims committee was made by Councilman Silva and seconded by Councilman Benson. All Agreed. So Voted.

8. Mayor's Comments

Mayor Moreau gave a brief overview of the Higginson Avenue Project, the Detention Center Expansion and the Budget. He also commented on Fortune Metals construction on Higginson Avenue.

He stated that the Budget would have no tax increase this year. He also updated the Council on the Landing Project. He stated that a proposal is earmarked for the meeting of the 27^th.

9. Licenses

Retail Sales License (new)

Jose A. Rodriguez

d/b/a A & J Party Store

Motion to approve was made by Councilman Silva and seconded by Councilman Benson.

Motion carried 4 yes 0 no 1 absent.

Entertainment License (new)

Mato Grande Pub

Juke Box (only)

Council President Weber reminded the applicant to keep the door closed.

Councilman Patino questioned the parking.

Motion to approve was made by Councilman Patino and seconded by Councilman Silva.

Motion carried 4 yes 0 no 1 absent

Private Detective Licenses

Edward J. Stepper

NWI Investigative Group Inc.

Motion to approve was made by Councilman Patino and seconded by Councilman Silva.

Councilman Benson recused himself.

Motion carried 3 yes 0 no 1 absent 1 recusal.

William Benson, Jr.

Central Security Agency

1100 Lonsdale Ave.

Motion to approve was made by Councilman Patino and seconded by Councilman Silva.

Councilman Benson recused himself.

Motion carried 3 yes 0 no 1 absent 1 recusal.

10. Permits

Club Sport Uniao Madeirense

Annual Madeira Feast

August 12, 13, 14^th

Motion to approve was made by Councilman Benson and seconded by Councilman Silva.

All Agreed. So Voted.

Rockwell Amusement & Promotions Inc.

June 2 to June 5, 2005

At Roosevelt Avenue-Storage America Lot

Councilman Silva questioned the Parking.

Councilman Benson questioned the traffic into and out of the lot.

Major Desmarais stated that he will notify Pawtucket. He also stated that there would be 4 Police Officers.

There would be no alcohol on premises, there would be a dumpster available and that sweeper would be required for the sidewalk and street to clean after the event. Additionally the City must be co-insured on the insurance policy.

Motion to approve based on the above conditions was made by Councilman Silva and seconded by Councilman Benson.

All Agreed. So Voted.

11. Public Comments

Alex Ortega from Palagi's ice cream commented on the Ordinance passed by the Council in August of 2004. He commented that 8:30 p.m. closing time is too early and that a good part of his business is made after 9:00 p.m. He said that its still light out at 8:30 pm. He said this would be a substantial hit on his business and that he only has 182 days out of the year. He also commented about the use of the bell and that the Council should reconsider these ordinances.

13. Resolutions

a) Resolution extending the Condolences of the City Council to the Family of the late Urania A. Macedo. (Councilman Benson)

Motion to approve was made by Councilman Patino and seconded by Councilman Silva. All Agreed.

b) Resolution extending the Condolences of the Central Falls City Council to the Family of the late Jeanne Wildenhain. (Councilman Benson)

c) Resolution of Congratulations and Best Wishes Sr. Ann McKenna, Principal St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Academy.

d) A Resolution Urging Passage of House Bill 5175 Neighborhood Opportunities Program. Councilman Patino.

Motion to approve collectively was made by Councilman Benson and seconded by Councilman Silva and Patino. All agreed. So Voted.

e) A Resolution welcoming home soldiers who served in "Operation Iraqi Freedom" Councilman Patino.

Oscar Ramirez	Jason Ruiz	Fransico Giral
Johan Calderon	Luis Tobar	Luis Lubo
Kevin Barrosa	Luis Torrez	Fransico Correno	Paola Zapata

Motion to approve was made by Councilman Patino and Silva and seconded by Councilman Benson. All Agreed. So Voted.

13. Ordinances

Public Hearing/First Passage

Council President Weber opened the public hearing on all the Budget Ordinances collectively.

No comments. Public Hearing closed.

1. The Annual Operating Budget. (Fy 2005-06)

Motion to approve was made by Councilman Silva and Councilman Patino. Seconded by Councilman Benson. Motion carried 4 yes 0 no 1 absent.

2. The Annual Capital Budget.

Motion to approve was made by Councilman Benson and seconded by Councilman Silva.

Motion carried 4 yes 0 no 1 absent.

3. The Annual Capital Program.

Motion to approve was made by Councilman Patino and seconded by Councilman Silva.

Motion carried 4 yes 0 no 1 absent.

4. An Ordinance pertaining to salaries for Police Officers and Firefighters.(Fy 2005-06)

Motion to approve was made by Councilman Benson and seconded by Councilman Patino.

Motion carried 4 yes 0 no 1 absent.

5. An Ordinance Amending Wage Schedule Generally. (Fy 2005-06).

Motion to approve was made by Councilman Patino and seconded by Councilman Silva.

Motion carried 4 yes 0 no 1 absent.

6. An Ordinance pertaining to Salaries of Department Heads and Others in Unclassified Service. (Fy 2005-06).

Motion to approve was made by Councilman Benson and seconded by Councilman Patino.

Council President Weber recused himself from this vote.

Motion carried 3 yes 0 no 1 absent 1 recusal.

7. An Ordinance Establishing the Maximum Number of Employees in the City Departments (Fy 2005-06)

Motion to approve was made by Councilman Patino and seconded by Councilman Silva.

Motion carried 4 yes 0 no 1 absent.

8. An Ordinance transferring certain fund in the Fy 2004-05 Budget-generally

Motion to approve was made by Councilman Patino and seconded by Councilman Benson.

Motion carried 4 yes 0 no 1 absent.

Public Hearing/Final Passage

1. An Ordinance establishing Article III Division 1 of Chapter 18 of the revised Ordinances entitled "Public Nuisances and nuisance inspection fee." Introduced by Councilman Benson.

Public Hearing opened. No comments. Public Hearing closed.

Motion to approve was made by Councilman Benson and seconded by Councilman Patino and

Councilman Silva.

Motion carried 4 yes 0 no 1 absent.

2. An Ordinance related to Chapter 2 of the revised Ordinances entitled Administration Article II City Council Section 2-32-Real Property Transactions. Introduced by Council President Weber.

Public Hearing opened. No comments. Public Hearing closed.

Motion to approve was made by Councilman Silva and seconded by Councilman Patino.

Motion carried 4 yes 0 no 1 absent.

3. An Ordinance amending Chapter 4 Section 4 entitled Maximum number of licenses fixed. Introduced by Councilman Patino.

Public Hearing opened. No comments. Public Hearing closed.

Motion carried 4 yes 0 no 1 absent.

4. An Ordinance Establishing a Program for training and certification of School Crossing Guards Chapter 38 Article V Section 38-321. Introduced by Councilman Benson.

Public Hearing opened. No comments. Public Hearing closed.

Motion carried 4 yes 0 no 1 absent.

14. Unfinished Business

Council President Weber asked for a show cause hearing for Tazmania Hair Salon for the June 27^th meeting.

15. New Business

Councilman Patino commented on a Charter Review and funding.

16. Adjourn

Motion to adjourn was made by Councilman Benson. All Agreed. Time 8:00 p.m.

Elizabeth A. Crowley, CMC

June 1, 2005 - City Council Meeting

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