CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND
JOURNAL OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY,
8:00 P.M.
The City Council meets in the Council Chamber on Monday, April 19, 1993, and is called to order at 8:05 P.M. by Mayor Rolland R. Grant.
Present
Joseph S. Larisa, Jr.
Gerald R. Lynch
Norman J. Miranda
Robert D. Sullivan
Rolland R. Grant - Mayor
Council Members
Paul E. Lemont, City Manager
William J. Conley, Jr., City Solicitor
Valerie A. Perry, City Clerk
(Carole Malaga, Woods Reporting, 20 Fifth Street, Providence, Rhode Island, is present to record the proceedings of the public hearings)
Invocation is given by Council Norman J. Miranda.
Salute to the Flag is given by Councilman Gerald R. Lynch.
TO APPROVE THE CONSENT CALENDAR
On motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Sullivan, and on a unanimous roll-call vote with all Council members present and voting, it is voted that the Consent Calendar be approved.
APPROVAL OF COUNCIL JOURNALS
Special Meeting - Re: FRAM - March 31, 1993
Regular Meeting - April 5, 1993
Unanimously approved.
Coastal Resources Management Council
By Charles Brown, Wildlife Biologist
NOTICE OF VIOLATION - File No. 1281-93
Undertaken construction of a two-story addition within 200 feet of a coastal feature from property located at Map 414, Block 21, Parcel 6; 194 Riverside Drive. (Harry and Clair Dawson)
Received as information.
Licenses
Alcoholic Beverage License - Class F - 19 hours beginning at 6:00 A.M. on July 30, 31 & August 1, 1993
Applicant - Holy Ghost Brotherhood Mariense
Location - 59 Brightridge Avenue
Subject to Police Chief's approval
Unanimously granted, subject to Police Chief's approval.
Alcoholic Beverage License - Class F - 19 hours beginning at 6:00 A.M. on May 28, 29, & 30, 1993
Applicant - Holy Ghost Beneficial Brotherhood of R.I.
Location - 51 North Phillips Street
Approved - Chief of Police
Unanimously granted.
REZONING - District R-1 to District R-3
PETITIONER - Monroe F. Allen
Attorney - Martin S. Slepkow
Change from District - R-1 to District R-3
Lot - Map 611, Block 1, Parcel 22
Area - 29, 653 sq. ft. +-
Location - Forbes Street
The above petition, referred to this time and place for a public hearing, is called for hearing.
Martin Slepkow, representing the petitioner, addresses the Council. He states that his client will agree with the Planning Board's recommendation of approval with 14 stipulations, and will not ask for any restrictions of the stipulations.
Mark W. Hutchins, 200 Metro Center Boulevard, Warwick, Rhode Island, engineer for the project, is present and sworn and addresses the Council.
Bruce Blaydes, 66 Griffith Drive, is present and sworn. Mr. Blaydes says he and neighbors will agree with the report.
Councilman Sullivan asks the Public Works Director to review the site and asks Mr. Lemont to look into the matter. He also asks Mr. Slepkow about placing more trees on the subject location, which Mr. Slepkow replaces that it will be no problem.
On motion of Mr. Larisa, seconded by Mr. Lynch, and on a unanimous roll-call vote with all Council members present and voting, it is voted to approve the rezoning with stipulations by the Planning Board.
SUBDIVISION - Preliminary Plans
PETITIONER - D'Ambra Realty Corp. & Monroe F. Allen
Plat Title - Evergreen Estates
Assessor's Lot - Map 611, Block 1, Parcels 22, 23, 1 & 25
Area - 5.53 acres +-
General Location - South side of Forbes Street - adjacent to 277 Forbes Street
(Deferred from March 15, 1993)
The above petition, referred to this time and place for a public hearing, is called for hearing.
On motion of Mr. Larisa, seconded by Mr. Lynch, and on a unanimous roll-call vote with all Council members present and voting, it is voted to approve the above petition.
Pare Engineering Corporation
By Richard St. Jean, P.E., Senior Project Engineer
Re: Status Report - D'Ambra Realty Corporation Forbes Street Subdivision PARE Project No. 93007-00
Received as information.
(Given first passage - March 15, 1993)
Advertised - Providence Journal - March 25, 1993 (entirety) April 1 & 8, 1993
1. * AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 19 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND, 1987, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "ZONING", which amends Section I. Section 19-1 entitled "Definitions", Section II. Section 19-98 entitled "Schedule of use regulations", Section III. Section 19-284 entitled "Off-street parking spaces required", amending Subsection (7).
CHAPTER NO. 226
(Requested by Councilman Joseph S. Larisa, Jr.)
The above-entitled ordinance, referred to this time and place for a public hearing and consideration of final passage, is called for hearing.
On motion of Mr. Larisa, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and on a unanimous roll-call vote with all Council members present and voting, it is voted to postpone the Final Passage of this ordinance regarding Technical Training Schools.
Roll-call vote as follows:
Mr. Larisa Aye
Mr. Miranda Aye
Mr. Sullivan Aye
Mayor Gran Aye
Motion passes 4-0. Mr. Lynch is noted absent for the vote.
(Given first passage - April 5, 1993) Advertised - Providence Journal - April 8, 1993
2. ** AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 18 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND, 1987, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC", which amends Section I. Article VII entitled "Operation of Vehicles.", Subsection 18-217 entitled "Left turns prohibited at designated intersections." is amended by adding thereto the following:
Blanch Avenue (eastbound) onto Orlo Avenue during the hours of 8:00-9:00 A.M. and 2:00-3:00 P.M.
Section II. Article VII entitled "Operation of Vehicles." Subsection 18-218 entitled "Right turns prohibited at designated intersections." is amended by adding thereto the following:
Blanch Avenue (westbound) onto Orlo Avenue during the hours of 8:00-9:00 A.M. and 2:00-3:00 P.M.
(Requested by Traffic Engineer)
CHAPTER NO. 228
The above-entitled ordinance, referred to this time and place for a public hearing and consideration of final passage, is called for hearing.
There are no persons present who wish to be heard.
On motion of Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Larisa, and on a unanimous roll-call vote with all Council members present and voting, said ordinance is adopted.
Paul Desorcy, 74 Pinegrove Street 02916
Petition; regarding Stop signs being erected on Moore Street in the Rumford area.
Paul Desorcy, 74 Pinegrove Street, is present and sworn. Mr. Desorcy speaks on the petition to erect stop signs to slow traffic on Moore Street. He says several children live in the area and some have been involved in accidents.
Mr. Lynch speaks on the issue. He states that the Traffic Engineer disagrees with him regarding the stop signs. Me. Lynch makes a motion to have the City Solicitor draw up an ordinance for Stop Signs on Moore Street.. Mr. Miranda seconds the motion, which unanimously passes, 5-0.
Mr. Larisa states that he would like to see the Traffic Engineer's report and get an opinion from him for or against. Mr. Lemont will see to the report.
Secondhand/Books - Transfer - Location Only
Applicant - Patricia Regan
dba - The Book Barn
From - 88 Newport Avenue
To - 25D Circle Drive
Subject to Police Chief's approval
Subject to Building Inspector's approval
Sunday/Holiday Sales - Transfer - Location Only
Applicant - Patricia Regan
dba - The Book Barn
From - 88 Newport Avenue
To - 25D Circle Drive
Subject to Police Chief's approval
Subject to Building Inspector's approval
Patricia Regan, 225 Roger Williams Avenue, is present and sworn.
After answering questions from the Council, on motion of Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Sullivan, it is voted to unanimously grant the above transfer of licenses, location only.
Sunday/Holiday Sales - Class 1
Applicant - Electric Inc. Tattoo Salon
Location - 153 Waterman Avenue
Approved - Chief of Police
Approved - Building Inspector
Christopher Borge, 6101 Post Road, North Kingstown, Rhode Island, is present and sworn.
After answering questions from the Council, on motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Lynch, it is unanimously voted to approve the above transfer of license, location only.
Secondhand/Scrap Metal - Transfer
From - Morris Metal Co., Inc.
To - Mark's Scrap Metal Company, Inc.
Location - 27 Morris Lane
Subject to Police Chief's approval
Subject to Building Inspector's approval
Mark Levine, 300 Front Street, Pawtucket, Rhode Island, is present and sworn. Mr. Levine states that there will be no change in operation.
On motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Lynch, it is unanimously voted to approve the transfer of the above license.
Secondhand/Baseball Cards
Applicant - Goalie's Net
Location - 262 Warren Avenue
Subject to Police Chief's approval
Subject to Building Inspector's approval
Frank Propatier, 917 Newman Avenue, Seekonk, Massachusetts, is present and sworn.
After answering questions from the Council, on motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Sullivan, it is unanimously voted to grant the above license.
Meeting is recessed at 8:50 P.M. and reconvenes at 9:00 P.M. with all Council members present.
LICENSING COMMISSIONERS RESUME SITTING AS CITY COUNCIL
Planning Board
By Peter G. Poland, Secretary
Re: Air Quality Station at Glenlyon Field
Peter G. Poland, Secretary of the Planning Board, addresses the Council.
Mr. Lemont states that his concerns have been addressed by the D.E.M.
On motion of Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Larisa, and on a unanimous vote with all Council members present and voting, it is voted to accept the report.
Pending Litigation - City of East Providence vs B.C.W.A. referred to the Law Department
Rory Billing - property Damage - $1,157. – referred to insurance carrier
Narragansett Bay Insurance Company - subrogation claim on behalf of Rory Billing - referred to insurance carrier
Kevin Fisher - property damage - $138.75 - approved
Geraldine Graves - property damage - $100.74 - denied
Carol Martin - property damage - $ 51.98 - denied
Stephen Pacheco - property damage - $301.99 - approved
Kenneth Rainvelle - property damage - $610.45 - approved
Patrick Ryan - property damage - $211.86 - denied
Elaine Surmalis - personal injuries on school property - unspecified amount - referred to the School Department insurance carrier
Lucille Sullivan - property damage - $679.51 - approved
Karen Xavier DaCunha - property damage $177.30 - denied
Former Claims:
William Dawson - mooring in Bullocks Cove - $675.20 - approved in the amount of $90
On motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Sullivan, it is unanimously voted to accept the Claims Committee Report as submitted.
(By Mayor Rolland R. Grant)
Flex Time
Mayor Grant speaks on a Flex Time plan, with City Hall opened on a Saturday morning and, or some night during the week. He says the City Manager is working on it and expects an answer shortly.
Street Sweeping - Regarding Parked Cars
Mayor Grant speaks on the issue of cars parked on streets during street sweeping. He says other large cities have plans in effect that advise citizens of the street sweeping schedule and advise them to park on the opposite side of the street during that time. He suggests implementing a similar plan in the City.
(By Councilman Robert D. Sullivan)
Tax Incentive For New Businesses
Mr. Sullivan makes a motion to direct the Economic Development Commission, City Manager and Finance Director to consolidate a committee to look into ways and means of bringing in new businesses into the City. He asks that they get back to the Council within a 60 day period for future action by the Council. Mr. Lynch seconds the motion.
Mr. Lynch asks that the Director of Finance, The Tax Department and the Solicitor's Department search out all tax incentive programs across the country by other cities. Discussion is held without a workshop.
The motion is amended to include a workshop. Vote is taken on the amendment, which passes 5-0. The original motion, as amended, is voted on and passes unanimously
(By Councilman Joseph S. Larisa, Jr.)
Pork Barrels and Carousel Horses
Mr. Larisa speaks on an article in the Wall Street Journal regarding Community Development grants. He states that the East Providence Carousel was mentioned in the article.
(By Councilman Gerald R. Lynch)
Blocking of Green Lane Road
Mr. Lynch speaks on a neighborhood petition which calls for the blocking off of Green Lane Road in the Rumford section of the City. He speaks of the problems neighbors have with people speeding in the area, which is used as a cut through. He asks the City Manager to talk to the Traffic Engineer about the situation. He says the state will eventually block it off, as it will be part of the proposed Industrial Highway. Mr. Lynch requests the City Manager, Director of Public Works, Traffic Engineer and City Solicitor to look into the matter and report back to him in two weeks.
1. * AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 18 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND, 1987, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC", which amends Article VII entitled "Operation of Vehicles.", Subsection 18-224 entitled "Certain trucks restricted on certain streets.", by adding thereto the following:
Don Avenue, from Pawtucket Avenue to Greenwood Avenue.
(If given first passage, can be referred to May 3, 1993, for hearing)
(Requested by Councilman Gerald R. Lynch)
The above-entitled ordinances is introduced and, on motion of Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and on a unanimous roll-call vote with all Council members present and voting, is given first passage and referred to the next regular Council meeting to be held May 3, 1993, for a public hearing and consideration of final passage.
2. * AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 18 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND, 1987, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC.", which amends Article X entitled "Stopping, Standing and Parking.", Subsection 18-312 entitled "Same--One hundred twenty minutes.", by adding thereto the following:
Gladys Street (east side).
(If given first passage, can be referred to May 3, 1993, for hearing)
(Requested by Traffic Engineer)
The above-entitled ordinance is introduced and, on motion of Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Larisa, and on a unanimous roll-call vote with all Council members present and voting, is given first passage and referred to the next regular Council meeting, to be held on May 3, 1993, for a public hearing and consideration of final passage.
(By Mayor Rolland R. Grant)
Municipal Land Trust
Clark Richardson 73 Cushman Ave 02914
On motion of Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Larisa, it is unanimously voted to appoint Clark Richardson to the above Committee.
Conservation Commission
R Eugene Carpenter 37 Nimitz Rd 02916
On motion of Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Lynch, it is unanimously voted to reappoint Eugene Carpenter to the above Commission.
Board of Tenants Affairs
Joseph Goulart 50 Colwell St 02914
At the request of Mayor Grant, Joseph Goulart is appointed to the above Board.
Special Police Officer
R Neil Sullivan 84 Coyle Ave 02916
On motion of Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Miranda, it is unanimously voted to reappoint Neil Sullivan as Special Police Officer for the term expiring December 1, 1994, subject to conformance with all the rules and regulations.
Adopt An Island
Martha Pezzullo 32 Beach Point Dr 02915
On motion of Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Larisa, it is unanimously voted to appoint Martha Pezzullo to the above Committee.
(By Councilman Robert D. Sullivan)
Municipal Land Trust
Charles A. Foskett 868 Bullocks Pt Ave 02915
On motion of Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Larisa, it is unanimously voted to appoint Charles A. Foskett to the above Board.
Special Police Officer
R David Burgess 75 Grosvenor Ave 02914
On motion of Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Miranda, it is unanimously voted to reappoint David Burgess as Special Police Constable, for the term expiring December 1, 1994, subject to conformance with all the rules and regulations.
(By Councilman Norman J. Miranda)
Special Police Officer
N Rodney B. Allen 93 Woodward Ave 02914
On motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Sullivan, it is unanimously voted to nominate Rodney B. Allen as Special Police Constable, for the term expiring December 1, 1994, subject to conformance with all the rules and regulations.
Self Help
By Dennis Roy, Executive Director
Requesting property exemption from municipal taxes for Self-Help, Inc. retroactive to December 31, 1992.
Elizabeth St. Pierre, 44 Cove Street, Seekonk, Massachusetts, Coordinator of the East Bay Coalition for the Homeless, is present and sworn. She explains the program and states that the Coalition is requesting property exemption from municipal taxes for the property purchased by the Coalition.
Al Ereio, Tax Assessor, addressed the Council.
After discussion, a motion is made by Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Lynch, to approve the property exemption for the existing property and request the City Solicitor to prepare the ordinance for the meeting. Motion passes unanimously on a roll-call vote with all Council members present and voting.
Mayor Grant announces an All American Cities Committee meeting, to be held on Wednesday, April 21, 1993 at 5:30 P.M.
Mayor Grant thanks the people who participated in the April 17, 1993 Earth Day cleanup.
Meeting adjourned at 10:05 P.M.
Attest:
Valerie A. Perry
City Clerk
Approved: 5/3/93