City of Central Falls
City Council Meeting
Board of License Commissioners
Central Falls City Hall
580 Broad St. Central Falls, RI 02863
Monday, June 8, 2015
6:00 p.m.
Meeting Minutes
Council President Robert Ferri called the Central Falls City Council meeting to order at 6:00 pm at the Central Falls Council Chambers.
1. Roll Call
Roll call was conducted by City Clerk, Sonia Grace. Present were Council President Bob Ferri, Councilman Hugo Figueroa, Councilwoman, Councilwoman Fonseca, Stephanie Gonzalez, Councilwoman Ann Racquier, Councilwoman Tia Ristaino-Siegel and Councilman Ken Vaudreuil.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Motion to move item 9 to item 5B was made by Councilman Vaudreuil, seconded by Councilwoman Gonzalez. Motion carried 7-0
3. Public Comment
-Joshua Giraldo, director of the Department of Parks & Recreation, spoke about three events occurring in the summer: the Central Falls Ralph J. Holden basketball league the Cyclovia & fitness event and the Summer Food Service Program.
4. Receipt of Department Financial Reports
a. City Clerk Department- Report for month of May 2015: Distribution Report
b. Department of Code Enforcement- Report for month of May 2015:Building Division Permits Issued, Complaints Report
c. Finance Department- April 2015 Revenue, May 2015 Expense, Capital Improvement Fund.
d. Police Department- Report for month of May 2015
Councilors asked questions of Director of the Finance Department, Cynthia Dejesus and of Captain Dorian Rave of the Central Falls Police Department.
Motion to accept reports and place on file was made by Councilwoman Gonzalez, and seconded by Councilwoman Fonseca and Councilwoman Ristaino-Siegel. Motion carried 7-0.
5. Consideration of Tax Abatements- Submitted by Tax Assessor
| Property Owner | Tax Year | Property Information |
| Torres, Christina M | 2014 | MV: 2003 Cad C/T; Reg#447926 |
| Aj Holmes LLC | 2014 | RE: Lot 1 Plat 131 at 31 PACIFIC ST |
| Aj Holmes LLC | 2013 | RE: Lot 1 Plot 131 at 31 PACIFIC ST |
| Bannon, Charles R Jr | 2014 | MV: 2001 HD L8C; Reg# 072061 |
| Diaz, Felix R | 2007 | MV: 2005 HON UDY; Reg# AO 869 |
| Diaz, Felix R | 2008 | MV: 2005 HON UDY; Reg# AO 870 |
| Laliberte, Michael E | 2007 | MV: 2000 ISU ROD; Reg# QF 213 |
| Lopez, Sandra E | 2013 | MV: 2005 CAD DFW; Reg# 578220 |
| Lopez, Sandra E | 2014 | MV: 2005 CAD DFW; Reg# 578220 |
| Manzano, Waleska | 2014 | MV: 1999 DOD CAR; Reg# 874781 |
| Millett, Kevin M | 2009 | MV: 1997 CAD DDE; Reg# 782809 |
| Millett, Kevin M | 2010 | MV: 1997 CAD DDE; Reg# 782809 |
| Millett, Kevin M | 2011 | MV: 1997 CAD DDE; Reg# 782809 |
| Millett, Kevin M | 2013 | MV: 1997 CAD DDE; Reg# 782809 |
| Simmons, John C | 2008 | MV: 2004 MIN COO; Reg# KH 156 |
| Gonzalez, Wilson | 2014 | MV: 2004 CHE ; Reg# 064319 |
| Perez, Correa Carmen G | 2014 | MV: 1997 CHR; Reg#628433 |
Bob Battey spoke in regards to abatements and explained process for submit and approve tax abatements.
Motion to approve the tax abatements was made by ***, seconded by ***. Motion carried 7-0.
b. Consideration of Release and Conditional Termination of Reverter Condition by the City of Central Falls in regards to property located at Assessor's Plat 6, Lot 324.
Emmanuel Castillo was present to speak about the termination of the lease of the lot the business purchased from the city.
Motion to approve was made by Councilwoman Gonzalez, seconded by Councilwoman Ristaino-Siegel. Roll call vote: Councilman Ferri: yes; Councilman Figueroa: yes; Councilwoman Fonseca: yes; Councilwoman Gonzalez: yes; Councilwoman Racquier: yes; Councilwoman Ristaino-Siegel: yes; Councilman Vaudreuil: yes. Motion carried 7-0.
- Consideration of petitions for event permit
- Colombian American Cultural Society
Festival and Parade: July 19, 2015, 12pm-7pm
Gabriel Martinez was present and spoke about the event
Motion to approve was made by Councilwoman Racquier, seconded by Councilwoman Racquier
Motion carried 7-0
b. La Casona Restaurant
Colombian Independence Celebration: June 27, 2015 and July 11, 2015
Jovanni Tavares was present and spoke about the event. Hours are 5pm to 11pm
Motion to approve was made by Councilwoman Gonzalez, seconded by Councilwoman Fonseca.
Motion carried 7-0
c. Iglesia Pentacostal 2nd Corinthians 5:37
Religious Service: June 5, 2015, 6-8:30pm
Discussion regarding date of event that preceded the council meeting.
d. Lleras Grille
Anniversary Celebration: June 14, 2015, 12pm-6pm
Sandra Cano was present speaking in regards the event they would like to have.
Motion to approve was made by Councilwoman Gonzalez, seconded by Councilman Figueroa and Councilwoman Ristaino-Siegel
Motion carried 7-0
7. City Council sitting as the Board of License Commissioners
a. Consideration of Petition for License
| Class of License | Owner | Business Information |
| C-Variety Transfer- New Owner | El Mana Mini Market LLC
| El Mana Mini Market 473 Hunt St. |
| General Service | M.I.N. House Cleaning | You’ve Got Maids 131 Clay St. |
| Hawker | Oscar Gomez | Jack’s Ice Cream 1420 Broad St. |
| A-Restaurant | Brenda Aleman | Frutti Helado Icre Cream Shop 475 Hunt St. |
1. El Mana Mini Market LLc
Gloria Peliez was present and spoke about transferring her name to the business.
Motion to approve was made by Councilwoman Gonzalez and seconded by Councilwoman Fonseca. Motion carried 7-0
2. M.I.N. House Cleaning
William Miguel was present and spoke about plans for his business.
Motion to approve was made by Councilwoman Racquier and seconded by Councilman Figueroa. Motion carried 7-0
3. Jack’s Ice Cream
Oscar Gomez was present.
City solicitor requested that the council to approve the license pending lease agreement to be developed by the Law department.
Motion to approve was made by Councilwoman Gonzalez, and seconded by Councilwoman Racquier. Motion carried 7-0
Councilwoman Gonzalez amended her initial approval to approve license subject completion of work with Law Department. Motion was made by Councilwoman Gonzalez, seconded by Councilman Vaudreuil, Councilwoman Racquier. Motion carried 7-0
4. Frutti Helado Ice Cream Shop
Brenda Aleman was present to speak about her business.
Motion to approve was made by Councilman Figueroa, and seconded by Councilwoman Racquier. Motion carried 7-0
b. Consideration of License Renewals
| Class of License | Owner | Business Name |
| Serafim Cordeiro | Cordeiro Fish | |
| Donald W. Klemanchuck | Don's Frozen Lemonade & Ice Cream | |
| Luis Rodriguez | Luis Hot Dog | |
| Alejandro Arteaga | Palagis Ice Cream | |
| Joseph Borges | B & L Sales | |
| Leo A Fontaine, Jr. | Bucky's Furniture, Appliance & Floor Covering | |
| Sonny Polanco | Chiqui Auto Sales & Muffler | |
| Robert J. Montgomery | Corner Motor Sales | |
| Aaron Tetrault | Fall River Pawnbrokers | |
| Carlos Correia | Holiday Auto | |
| Raymond D'alessio Jr | Hub's Auto Sale | |
| Michael Gaffin | Kitchen Guys | |
| Mario Hernandez | M & G Auto Repair | |
| Jose C Mendes | M & J Auto Sales And Body | |
| Mayra Y Blanco | Mc Appliance | |
| Luis Mejia | Mejia's Appliances | |
| Richard G Aubin | Quality Auto Repair | |
| Frederick T Lewicki | Ted's Auto Sales |
Motion to approve the licenses collectively was made by Councilwoman Ristaino-Siegel, seconded by Councilwoman Racquier. Motion carried 7-0
c. Consideration of F Liquor Permit (one-time)
i. Colombian American Cultural Society
Festival and Parade: July 19, 2015, 12pm-7pm
Motion to approve was made by Councilwoman Fonseca, seconded by Councilwoman Gonzalez. Motion carried 7-0
ii. Latino’s En Accion De Waltham, MA.
Rodeo/Festival Jaripeo: June 21, 2015 & August 23, 2015, 12pm-10pm
Motion to approve was made by Councilwoman Gonzalez, and seconded by Councilman Figueroa. Motion carried 7-0.
d. Advertised Hearing and Consideration of New License. Alcoholic Beverages Class B (Limited – Beer and Wine only) for the following applicant:
Bellaria, LLC
d/b/a Cyber Cafe
663 Dexter St.
Central Falls, RI 02863
Mr. William Sanchez was present and spoke about his business.
City Clerk, Sonia Grace, described the application process.
Motion to approve was made by Councilwoman Gonzalez, seconded by Councilman Figueroa. Roll call vote: Roll call vote: Councilman Robert Ferri: yes; Councilman Hugo Figueroa: yes; Councilwoman Fonseca: yes; Councilwoman Stephanie Gonzalez: yes; Councilwoman Ann Racquier: yes; Councilwoman Tia Ristaino-Siegel: yes; Councilman Vaudreuil: yes. Motion carried 7-0.
e. Hearing, Consideration and Possible Action regarding the following license and license holder (90-day review)
Good Friends, Inc.
d/b/a Splash Snack Bar
548 Lonsdale Ave
Central Falls, RI 02863
BV License
Attorney Joseph Lamagna and Ms. Maria Lamas were present to speak on behalf of the business. Attorney Lamagna described the improvements made to date and requested that the Council reinstate the license of Good Friends, Inc. due to compliance and camera system
Captain Dorian Rave, of the Central Falls Police Department reported that there were no incidents during the time of the sanction. Captain Rave also answered questions from the Council.
Motion to re-establish hours to original hours was made by Councilman Vaudreuil, and seconded by Councilwoman Racquier. Motion carried 7-0
8. Consideration of Private Investigator License Renewal
| Name | Address |
| Augusto Mantilla-Serrano | 104 Sayles St., Apt 215 Woonsocket, RI 02895 |
| Edward J. Stepper | 10 Walnut Hill Park Woburn, MA 01801 |
| William Benson, Jr. | 1100 Lonsdale Ave. Central Falls, RI 02863 |
Motion to table was made by Councilwoman Ristaino-Siegel, seconded by Councilwoman Fonseca and Councilwoman Racquier. Motion carried 7-0.
9. Consideration of Claims
a. Executive Session pursuant to R.I.G.L § 42-46-5 (a)(2), pertaining to collective bargaining or litigation, or work sessions pertaining to collective bargaining or litigation.
b. Leona L. Lafreniere of 15 Echo St., Central Falls, for alleged damages to personal property on November 17, 2014.
Motion to table, Councilwoman Racquier, seconded by Councilwoman Ristaino-Siegel.
Motion carried 7-0.
10. Good & Welfare from City Councilors- updates, announcements, reports from councilors in regards to community liaisons and events
Councilman Ferri spoke about the painting red, white and blue stripes on Broad Street in front of Jenks Park for celebration of the Fourth of July holiday.
Councilwoman Ristaino-Siegel, announced that on July 11, 2015 Charles Street will be closed for the Wakefield Concert Band that will be playing patriotic songs, in honor of the Veterans.
Councilman Figueroa announced that Veterans Memorial Elementary school host an end of the school year celebration. Donations for this event would be accepted at the school.
Councilwoman Gonzalez announced that On June 17, 2015 a farewell celebration would be held for Dr. Gallo and welcome back ceremony for Victor Capellan.
Councilwoman Fonseca announced that on June 19, 2015 the Cape Verdean 1st annual Heritage dinner fundraiser would be held at Knights of Columbus from 7pm to 1am
11. Adjournment
Motion to adjourn was made by Councilwoman Ristaino-Siegel, seconded by Councilwoman Racquier, Councilman Figueroa and Councilwoman Fonseca
Approved December 14 2015