CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE
RHODE ISLAND
JOURNAL OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY
8:00 P.M.
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The City Council meets in the Council Chamber on Tuesday, January 18, 1994, and is called to order at 8:00 P.M. by Mayor Rolland R. Grant.
Present Mayor Rolland R. Grant )
Joseph S. Larisa, Jr. ) Council Members
Norman J. Miranda )
Robert D. Sullivan )
Absent Gerald R. Lynch ) Council Member
Paul E. Lemont ) City Manager
William J. Conley, Jr. ) City Solicitor
Valerie A. Perry ) City Clerk
(Stephanie Valaitis, Woods Reporting, 20 Fifth Street, Providence, Rhode Island, is present to record the proceedings of the public hearings.)
Invocation is given by Mayor Rolland R. Grant.
Salute to the Flag is led by Councilman Norman J. Miranda.
TO APPROVE THE CONSENT CALENDAR
On motion of Mr. Larisa, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and on a roll-call vote, it is voted 4-0 to approve the Consent Calendar as amended. Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
APPROVAL OF COUNCIL JOURNALS
Regular Meeting - December 20, 1993
closed Session - December 20, 1993
On motion of Mr. Larisa, seconded by Mr. Miranda, it is voted 4-0 to remove the Closed Session from the Consent Calendar. Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
On motion of Mr. Larisa, seconded by Mr. Sullivan it is voted 4-0 to keep the minutes of the Closed Session closed. Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
Christmas Display Awards
Gordon Hubbard, chairman of the Christmas Display Awards Committee, presents the awards along with the Council members and Committee members as follows:
Ward I
Best Religious Display Newman Congregational Church, 51 Newman Avenue
Best Commercial Hargreaves Studios, 430 Newport Avenue
Most Creative Kerri Oliver, 41 Don Avenue
Most Inspirational Rumford Towers, 95 Newman Avenue
Most Traditional Mr. & Mrs. Michael Santos, 48 Tryon Avenue
Most Electrifying Mr. & Mrs. John McEnery, Jr., 181 Ferris Avenue
Most Beautiful Mr. & Mrs. James Carr, 40 Holbrook Avenue
Ward II
Best Commercial Display Silva's Family Tree Florist, 328 Warren Avenue
Best Religious Sacred Heart Church, 118 Taunton Avenue
Most Electrifying Mr. & Mrs. Adelino DaRosa, 15 Purchase Street
Most Original Mr. & Mrs. Brian Roche, 25 Humphrey Street
Most Traditional Mr. & Mrs. David Sears, 72 No. Carpenter Street
Most Beautiful Mr. & Mrs. Joseph DaRosa, 40 Abbott Street
Most Inspirational Mr. & Mrs. David Melo, 32 Vine Street
Ward III
Best Religious Display St. Martha's Church, 2595 Pawtucket Avenue
Best Commercial Health Havens Nursing Center, 100 Wampanoag Trail
Most Traditional Sandra DeLuca, 110 Crown Avenue
Most Inspirational Mr. & Mrs. Adelino Machado, 52 Richfield Avenue
Most Original/Creative Mr. & Mrs. William Moura, 74 Martin Street
Most Electrifying Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Cardoza, 74 Unity Avenue
Most Beautiful Karl Doerflinger, 52 Interlocken Road
Ward IV
Best Municipal Display Loof Carousel
Best Commercial Exquisite Occasions, 326 Bullocks Point Avenue
Most Electrifying Marion LeBlanc, 36 Forest Avenue
Most Traditional Mr. & Mrs. James Silva, 55 Firglade Avenue
Most Original/Inspirational Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Gouveia, 54 River Street
Most Creative Mr. & Mrs. Robert W. Peterson, 165 Terrace Avenue
Most Beautiful Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Sears, 50 Euclid Avenue
Special Awards are presented to Alba Curti and Deborah Rochford of the City Recreation Department for the Christmas display at City Hall.
Coastal Resources Management Council
By Grover J. Fugate, Executive Director
File No. 93-12-62
Requesting to construct a new stairway as per approved plans, located at 121 Maple Avenue, Plat 53, Lot 551.
Received as information.
Joint Pole Location - The New England Telephone and Telegraph Company and the Narragansett Electric Company
Beach Point Road (Plan NE110-93)
Subject to Fire Chief's Approval; work to be done subject to Public Works Director's approval.
Approved, subject to all approvals.
Joint Pole Location - The New England Telephone and Telegraph Company and the Narragansett Electric Company
Wilmarth Avenue ( Plan WO#930884)\
Subject to Fire Chief's Approval; work to be done subject to Public Works Director's approval)
Approved, subject to all approvals.
Coastal Resources Management Council - Temporary Assent
By Grover J. Fugate, Executive Director
File No. 93-12-69
Requesting to construct and maintain temporary repairs/maintenance to a private residential recreational boating facility.
Received as information.
ORDINANCES - Final Passage - (Given first passage January 4, 1994)
Advertised - Providence Journal - January 7, 1994
1. ** AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 9 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND 1987, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "MISCELLANEOUS OFFENSES," which amends Sec. I. Subsection 9-15 entitled "Miscellaneous Offenses," by adding thereto the following:
Sec 9-15. Sale of cigarette rolling papers prohibited. (a) (b)
(Requested by Mayor Rolland R. Grant)
CHAPTER NO. 277
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. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Larisa, and on a 4-0 vote, said ordinance is adopted. Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
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.", by adding thereto the following:
Seth Street (north side), from South Broadway westerly for a distance of 150 feet.
CHAPTER NO. 283
(Requested by director of Public Works)
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. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Sullivan, and on a 4-0 vote, said ordinance is adopted. Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
3. ** 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." Lot Line, Section 19-141.
Section II. Section 19-52 entitled "Appeal Application Process." (a) (b)
Section III. Section 19-54 entitled "Appeal-Review and Determination." (a) (b) (c) (d) (e)
Section IV. Subsection (a) of Section 19-364 entitled "Review Procedure." (a)
Section V. Subsection (e) entitled "Referrals." of Section 19-453 entitled "Procedure."
Section VI. Subsection (a) entitled "Generally." of Section 19-458 entitled "Application requirements." (a)
(Requested by Planning Board)
CHAPTER NO. 285
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 at this time.
On motion of Mr. Larisa, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and on a 4-0 vote, said ordinance is adopted. Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
4.** AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 2 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND 1987 AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "ADMINISTRATION.", which amends Section I. Chapter 2, by adding thereto the following:
ARTICLE VI. Municipal Court
Section 2-250. Establishment of Municipal Court; Jurisdiction.
Section 2-251. Appointment, Term, Qualifications of Judge.
Section 2-252. Witnesses, Issuance of Writs and Subpoenas, Warrants.
Section 2-253. Municipal court Clerk--Appointment, Terms, Qualifications and Duties.
Section 2-254. Seal; Oaths
Section 2-255. Sessions; Time; Place.
Section 2-256. Fines; Penalties; Imprisonment.
Section 2-257. Court Costs
Section 2-258. Charter Provisions.
Section 2-259. Compensation of Municipal Court Judge; Assistants.
Section 2-260. Acting Judge/Acting Clerk
(Requested by Councilman Robert D. Sullivan)
CHAPTER NO. 286
The above-entitled ordinance referred to this time and place for a public hearing and consideration of final passage, is called for hearing.
The following are present and sworn and speak on the Municipal Court ordinance:
Anthony Bochichio, 96 Pinecrest Drive. Mr. Bochichio asks about the costs of the court.
John Vincent, 3663 Pawtucket Avenue, asks about the Police Department's overtime costs.
George A. Lamb, 55 North Carpenter Street, asks about the section of the ordinance referring to Charter Revisions.
Mr. Conley states that it only provides that the Court will comply with the State law.
Chief of Police, Carl Winquist answers questions from the Council regarding violations. He states that East Providence presently has approximately 1800 violations per month, of which 300-400 are moving violations and sent to A.A.C. per month. He says he has not seen the figure fluctuate in over five years, and does not expect it to with the establishment of the court. He says that with the court, the Police Department would be better able to handle problems with barking dogs. He says the court will be a help to the Police Department and will be in the best interest of the City.
Mr. Conley is asked for his opinion of the court. He responds by saying City ordinances could be better enforced with the court and would enhance the Law Department's ability to have violations enforced. He says he recommends the court.
Mr. Lemont says that if the court is done fairly without any interference, it will help the City. He says it will be in the best interest of the City. He talks about the location of the court and says that it is suggested using Conference Room 306 in City Hall for the time being and going out for an RFP for a future location. He suggests the court meet on a Thursday evening and Saturday morning so that there will be no disruptions to the employees' parking situation. He says there will be two occasions per week to see how much traffic the court generates, which will help plan future needs of the court.
Mr. Miranda says for the record that he is not in favor of appointing two judges.
Mr. Larisa says the court must be chosen on merit and not politics and must provide law and justice, not political favors.
After further discussion, roll-call vote follows:
Mr. Larisa Nay
Mr. Miranda Aye
Mr. Sullivan Aye
Mayor Grant Aye
Motion passes 3-1. Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
On motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Sullivan and on a 3-1 vote with Mr. Larisa voting Nay, said ordinance is adopted. Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
The meeting recesses at 9:10 P.M. and reconvenes at 9:18 P.M.
5. ** AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 15 OF THE REVISED
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND,
1987, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "SUBDIVISION.", which amends
Section I. Section 15-32 entitled "Scale.", Section II.
Subsection (a) of Section 15-39 entitled "Hearings."
Section III. 15-62 entitled "Scale."
CHAPTER NO. 287
(Requested by Planning Board)
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. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and on a 4-0 vote, said ordinance is adopted. Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
6. ** 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. The definition of dwelling unit listed under Section 19-1 entitled "Definitions."
CHAPTER NO. 288
(Requested by Councilman Norman J. Miranda)
The above-entitled ordinance referred to this time and place for public hearing and consideration is called for hearing.
On motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Larisa, and on a 4-0 vote, said ordinance is deferred to February 22, 1994. Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
LICENSES
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE - Class A (Package Store)
Transfer/Name Only
From - Liquor Depot
To - Liquor Depot, Inc.
Location - 1235 Wampanoag Trail
Subject to Police Chief's approval
Subject to Building Inspector's approval
Advertised - East Providence Post - December 23 & 30, 1993
John Rao, Jr., 29 Orchard Street, Providence, Rhode Island, is present and sworn.
On motion of Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Larisa, it is voted 4-0 to grant the above transfer (name only), subject to all approvals. Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE - Class B Full Privilege
(Victualer)
Applicant - Tropical Ilhas, Inc.
Location - 472 Waterman Avenue
Approved - Chief of Police
Subject to Building Inspector's approval
Subject to Health Inspector's approval
(Advertised - East Providence Post - November 18 & 25, 1993)
(Deferred from January 4, 1993)
Elaine Ramos Briggs, 49 George Street, is present and sworn.
Mr. Conley reports that part of the application was a radius map listing the land owners within a 200 foot radius of the building, and three sheets of objectors to the license. In addition, a list of people who said they were in favor of the license and were taking their names off the objectors list is part of the application. He says without verifying the authenticity of the signatures, a number of the names on the three objectors' lists did not appear on the abutters list provided by the Assessors office. Mr. Conley goes on the say that some of the property lists two owners, but only one of the property owners signed, which does not meet the requirements of the State statute, which says all the owners have to object.
Mr. Larisa asks the applicant why some people signed both petitions, both for and against. She says that they were told that there would be loud music, etc. but once they realized that was not the case, they signed in favor.
Kenneth Ventriglia, 6 Appian Way, says under the General Law, it is the majority of the abutting owners that own the most square feet. He says parking is a problem in the area.
Mr. Conley states that under General Law 3-7-19, the burden of proof on the authenticity of the signatures is on the remonstrants.
Mr. Ventriglia asks for a continuance to get the signatures of co-owners.
Isadore Ramos, 50 Roma Street, is present and sworn and speaks in favor of the license.
Mr. Conley says that this record is bereft of any proof of validation of signatures and there has to be some proof in records. He tells the Council that they are not legally required to continue the hearing.
After further discussion, a motion to approve the license is made by Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Sullivan, with roll-call vote following:
Mr. Larisa Aye
Mr. Miranda Aye
Mr. Sullivan Aye
Mayor Grant Aye
Motion passes 4-0, with Mr. Lynch noted absent.
Victualling - Class 2/Not over 50
Applicant - Tropical Ilhas, Inc.
Location - 472 Waterman Avenue
Approved - Chief of Police
Subject to Building Inspector's approval
Subject to Health Inspector's approval
(Deferred from January 4, 1994)
Motion to approve is made by Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Larisa, with roll-call vote following:
Mr. Larisa Aye
Mr. Miranda Aye
Mr. Sullivan Aye
Mayor Grant Aye
Motion passes 4-0, with Mr. Lynch noted absent.
Secondhand/Autos & Trucks - Transfer
From - Fournier Ford
To - East Ford, Inc.
Location - 777 Taunton Avenue
Subject to Police Chief's approval
Subject to Building Inspector's approval
Fournier Ford, Ronald Howard, 3461 Fox Hollow Ct., Marietta, Georgia is present and sworn. Mr. Howard says he has been hired by Ford Motor Company to coordinate a smooth effort of a buy and sell between Ford Motor Company and Mr. Fournier of both the property and the assets of the corporation. He says it will be a completely owned Ford Motor Company store until a dealer can be found.
On motion of Mr. Larisa, seconded by Mr. Miranda and on a roll-call vote 4-0, the above transfer of licenses is granted, subject to all approvals. Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
Roll-call vote as follows:
Mr. Larisa Aye
Mr. Miranda Aye
Mr. Sullivan Aye
Mayor Grant Aye
Motion passes 4-0. Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
Palmistry
Applicant - Christina White
dba - Laura's Readings
Location - 4 Reynolds Street
Subject to Police Chief's approval
Subject to Building Inspector's approval
Christine White, 405 Newport Avenue is present and sworn.
Granted 4-0 on motion of Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Miranda, subject to all approvals. Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
Laundry
Applicant - Gasbarro's Bubble Mania
Location - 316 Warren Avenue
Subject to Police Chief's approval
Subject to Building Inspector's approval
William P. Gasbarro, 18 Mary Wood Avenue, Cumberland, Rhode Island, is present and sworn.
Granted 4-0, subject to all approvals, on motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Larisa. Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
Meeting recesses at 10:20 P.M.
LICENSING COMMISSIONERS RESUME SITTING AS CITY COUNCIL
1.Police Negotiations
Mr. Lemont asks for Executive Session and deferment to the end of this meeting.
2. Fire Department Recruits
Mr. Lemont says 12 new recruits will be sent to the State School and City School and will be sworn in sometime later this year.
3. Partnership and Housing Award
Mr. Lemont asks Jeanne Boyle to speak on the award. She says East Providence is the first municipality to receive this award, which was given for programs such as the Lead Testing and Housing Rehab programs.
4. Upgrade of Computer System
Mr. Lemont speaks on the system.
John Andrews, Purchasing Agent, asks for Council approval for a contract which will be a five year lease/purchase plan.
Representatives from Admins Inc. and Access International present a slide show to the Council explaining what the system will do for the City.
The Council questions James McDonald, Finance Director, about the cost. He says the total price of hardware, software, and training will be just under $500,000 and with interest will come to about $575,000. He says the money to be spent in this fiscal year has already been budgeted.
Mr. Larisa says he was never confronted with this issue and asks why the City is choosing these two vendors. He says he wants an analysis of what has been done to date.
After further discussion, a motion is made by Mr. Larisa, seconded by Mr. Miranda, to schedule a Council Workshop on Tuesday, January 25, 1994 at 7:00 P.M.
Mr. Sullivan receives Unanimous Consent to discuss the Senior Commission grant. He makes a motion, seconded by Mr. Miranda, to adopt a Resolution to request an appropriation grant for $75,000 toward a new Senior Center for the City. Motion passes 4-0, with Mr. Lynch noted absent.
Mr. Miranda receives Unanimous Consent to discuss the upcoming Charity Ball.
Mr. Sullivan asks for Unanimous Consent to reconsider the vote on Municipal Court location. Mr. Larisa will not give his consent.
City Clerk
By Valerie A. Perry, City Clerk
Re: Recommendation of Award - Municipal Court Hardware and Software System
The City Clerk addresses the Council regarding the RFP for Municipal Court software and Hardware. She says it is being recommended to award a contract to Aquidneck Management Associates, Limited of Newport, Rhode Island, based on their experience and cost of future support for the court.
Lt. Joseph Broadmeadow of the Police Department answers questions from the Council on the program and equipment being proposed.
Mr. Lemont says the City will loan money to the court and the court will reimburse the City.
After further discussion, motion to approve a contract for Aquidneck Management Associates, Ltd. is made by Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Miranda, with roll-call vote following:
Mr. Larisa Aye
Mr. Miranda Aye
Mr. Sullivan Aye
Mayor Grant Aye
Motion passes 4-0, with Mr. Lynch noted absent.
Planning Board
By Peter Poland, Secretary
Re: Request for Extension of Deadline for Recording - Evergreen Estates
Gary D'Ambra is present and sworn. Mr. D'Ambra says he is asking for 120 day extension.
On motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Sullivan, it is voted 4-0 to approve a 120 day extension. Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
There are no Claims Report at this time.
(By Councilman Joseph S. Larisa, Jr.)
1. R.F.P. for permanent Municipal Court Location
Mr. Larisa says the Court will eventually need another building and says a memo from Jeanne Boyle outlines the process. Mr. Larisa makes a motion to advertise for an RFP. Mr. Miranda seconds the motion for discussion.
Mr. Sullivan says the City has no idea of how much business the Court will do or what the needs will be for future space. He says six months to a year will be needed before the size of the Court will be determined.
After further discussion, a roll-call vote is taken on the motion.
Mr. Larisa Aye
Mr. Miranda Nay
Mr. Sullivan Nay
Mayor Grant Nay
Motion is denied on a 1-3 vote. Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
2. Consideration of Court Personnel - Salaries
Mr. Larisa makes a motion which calls for the City Manager, City Clerk and City Solicitor to look into the minimum number of positions needed to start the Court.
He says he wants a report which shows how much other cities and towns pay the personnel and what their job duties are.
There is no second, and motion dies for lack of second.
3. Interviews for Municipal Court Judge
Mr. Larisa urges people to come to the next Council meeting to hear the interviews.
4. City Manager Compensation Agreement
Mr. Larisa states his reasons for requesting a compensation agreement for the City Manager and makes a motion for approval. Mr. Miranda seconded for discussion. The Council discusses the matter and Mr. Miranda, Mr. Sullivan and Mayor Grant say they do not believe it is needed. After further discussion, a roll-call vote is taken:
Mr. Larisa Aye
Mr. Miranda Nay
Mr. Sullivan Nay
Mayor Grant Nay
Motion is denied on a 1-3 vote, with Mr. Lynch noted absent.
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 Section 18-269 entitled "Stop and yield intersections designated; when stops required.", by adding thereto the following:
Lyon Avenue (northbound and southbound traffic) at its intersection with Freeborn Avenue.
Willow Street (northbound and southbound traffic) at Locust Street.
(Requested by Director of Public Works)
(If given first passage, can be referred to February 7, 1994 for hearing and consideration of final passage)
The above-entitled ordinance is introduced and, on motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Sullivan, and on a 4-0 vote, is given first passage and referred to the next regular Council meeting to be held February 7, 1994, 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 Section I. Section 18-202 entitled "Increasing State Speed Limits in Certain Zones.", by deleting herefrom the following:
Forbes Street - 35 MPH
Section II. Section 18-202 entitled "Increasing state speed limits in certain zones.", by adding thereto the following:
Forbes Street from Wampanoag Trail westerly to a point 500 feet east of Lunn Street - 35 MPH.
(Requested by Director of Public Works)
(If given first passage can be referred to February 7, 1994 for hearing and consideration of final passage)
Julia Forgue, Public Works Director, explains to the Council the reasons for the ordinance.
Discussion is held on amending the ordinance by reducing the speed in certain sections of Forbes Street. After further discussion, motion is made by Mr. Larisa, seconded by Mr. Miranda to defer the ordinance to the next meeting. Motion passes on a 4-0 roll-call vote.
Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
(By Mayor Rolland R. Grant)
Building Code Board of Review
Mark W. Hutchins, PE 73 Burnside Avenue 02915
On motion of Mr. Larisa, seconded by Mr. Sullivan, it is voted 4-0 to appoint Mark W. Hutchins to the above Board. Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
Mayor Grant announces the East Providence Business Expo will be held on Tuesday, April 19, 1994 at East Providence High School between 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM, co-sponsored by the City and the Chamber of Commerce.
Motion made by Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Larisa, to go into Closed Session to discuss Police negotiations.
Motion passes on a 4-0 roll-call vote and the meeting recesses at 12:40 A.M. Mr. Lynch is noted absent.
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The meeting resumes into Open Session at 12:45 A.M.
Mr. Lemont reports that the F.O.P. has agreed to the City's offer and the agreement will expire on September 30, 1996. He says the details are two wage increases and a wage reopener in the third year, and the department will be reduced by three men.
The meeting adjourns at 12:45 A.M.
Attest:
Valerie A. Perry
City Clerk
Approved______________________________________