August 22, 1995 - Journal of the Regular Council Meeting

 

 

CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND

JOURNAL OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING

TUESDAY, AUGUST 22, 1995

8:00 P.M.

 

 

The City Council meets in the Council Chamber on Tuesday, August 22, 1995, and is called to order at 8:00 P.M. by Mayor Rolland R. Grant.

 

Present             Rolland R. Grant                )  Mayor

                         Joseph S. Larisa, Jr.          )

                         Gerald R. Lynch                 )

                         Norman J. Miranda             )  Councilmen

                         Robert D. Sullivan              )

 

                         Paul E. Lemont                  )  City Manager

                         William J. Conley, Jr.         )  City Solicitor

                         Valerie A. Perry                 )  City Clerk

 

(Jane Cormier, Woods Reporting, 20 Fifth Street, Providence, Rhode Island, is present to record the proceedings of the public hearings)

 

Invocation is given by Councilman Gerald R. Lynch.

 

Salute to the Flag is led by Councilman Norman J. Miranda.

 

TO APPROVE THE CONSENT CALENDAR

Motion is made by Mr. Larisa, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and unanimously voted on a roll-call vote to remove the minutes of the July 18th Closed Meeting from the Consent Calendar

 

On motion of Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and on a unanimous roll-call vote with all Council members present and voting, it is voted to approve the Consent Calendar as amended.

 

Motion is made by Mr. Larisa, seconded by Mr. Lynch, and Closed unanimously voted on a roll-call vote to keep the July 18, 1995 Closed Meeting closed.

 

CONSENT CALENDAR

 

APPROVAL OF COUNCIL JOURNALS

Regular Meeting - July 18, 1995

Closed Meeting  - July 18, 1995

Special Meeting - August 1, 1995

 

Coastal Resources Management Council

By William J. Mosuni, Permitting Staff

File No. 95-7-287 - FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

Requesting to remove existing porch, install two (2) sliding doors, replace  one (1) window and add stairs at rear of 16 Riverside Drive, Plat 414, Lot 4.  (Dianna Gibbs)

 

Coastal Resources Management Council

By Grover J. Fugate, Executive Director

File No. 95-7-309 - FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

Requesting to remove propane tank, two 92) associated metal sheds, scrapyard crane, and associated office buildings, located at Plat 203, Lot 4; 300 Bourne Avenue.

(W. F. Porter, President, Ocean St Steel)

 

Coastal Resources Management Council

By Grover J. Fugate, Executive Director

File No. 95-7-280 - RESIDENTIAL DOCK ASSENT

Requesting to maintain a private residential boating facility, located at Map 415, Blk. 7, Lot 9, 21 Seaview Avenue.  (Ralph Falaguerra)

 

Coastal Resources Management Council

By Grover J. Fugate, Executive Director

File No. 95-7-176 - RESIDENTIAL DOCK ASSENT

Requesting to maintain a private residential boating facility, located at Map 414, Blk. 21, Parcel 6, 194 Riverside Drive.  (Harry B. & Claire M. Dawson)

 

Coastal Resources Management Council

By Grover J. Fugate, Executive Director

File No. 95-7-81 - RESIDENTIAL DOCK ASSENT

Requesting to maintain a private residential boating facility, located at 110 Riverside Drive, Plat 68, Lots 106 & 107.  (Raymond C. & Barbara Anderson)

 

Coastal Resources Management Council

By Grover J. Fugate, Executive Director

File No. 95-7-82 - RESIDENTIAL DOCK ASSENT

Requesting to maintain a private residential boating facility, located at 102 Riverside Drive, Plat 68, Lot 108.

(Raymond C. & Barbara Anderson)

 

Coastal Resources Management Council

By Grover J. Fugate, Executive Director

File No. 95-7-127 - RESIDENTIAL DOCK ASSENT

Requesting to maintain a private residential boating facility, located at 46 Beach Point Drive, Plat 100, Lot 11.

(Antonio Cotta)

 

Coastal Resources Management Council

By Grover J. Fugate, Executive Director

File No. 95-6-95 - RESIDENTIAL DOCK ASSENT

Requesting to maintain a private residential boating facility, located at 74 Riverside Drive, Parcel 11, Block 23.

(William Curran)

 

Coastal Resources Management Council

By Kenneth W. Anderson, Permitting Staff

File No. 95-7-336 - FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

Requesting to reshingle roof, replace windows, painting, fence construction, general maintenance, property located at, 56 Beach Point Road, Map 513, Lot 5, Block 58. 

(Paul McShane)

 

Coastal Resources Management Council

By Grover J. Fugate, Executive Director

File No. 95-3-49  - Assent No. A95-3-49 - ASSENT

Requesting to construct a 440 linear feet extension (of 20 inch diameter pipe) to existing discharge pipe 0RIPDES 3 RIOOO1333) to accommodate additional (600 gpm) discharge from groundwater remediation project, located at Plat 210, Lot 8, 38015 Wampanoag Trail.  (Mobil Oil Corp)

 

Coastal Resources Management Council

By Grover J. Fugate, Executive Director

File No. 95-3-49  - Assent No. B95-3-49 - ASSENT

Requesting to construct a 440 linear feet extension (of 20 inch diameter pipe) to existing discharge pipe (RIPDS) #RI0001333) to accommodate additional (600 GPM) discharge from groundwater remediation project, located at Plat 210, Lot 8, 38015 Wampanoag Trail.  (Mobil Oil Corp)

 

Coastal Resources Management Council

By William J. Mosunie, Permitting Staff

File No. 95-7-359 - FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

Requesting to extend existing dormer 8'0"x28'0" and reshingle entire roof, located at 80 Beach Point Drive, Plat 59, Lot 21.  (Marjorie F. White)

 

Coastal Resources Management Council

By William J. Hawkins, III, Acting Executive Director

Maintenance Certification No. 95-7-306 - ADDITIONAL STIPULATIONS

Requesting maintenance repairs to Washington Bridge (Bridge Nos. 200 and 700).

Located on Route I-95 (Eastbound and Westbound), Providence/East Providence, RI.

(St RIDOT)

 

Department of Environmental Management- Division of Freshwater

Wetlands - INSIGNIFICANT ALTERATION - PERMIT

By Charles A. Horbert, Supervisor for Applications

Submitting the following Fresh Water Wetland Applicability Determination:

#95-0320 - approximately 150 feet west of Commercial Way, Utility Pole No 23, approximately 800 feet southwest of the intersection of Commercial Way and Taunton Avenue, Map 506, Block 1, Lot 20.   (Lionel Development Corp)

 

Coastal Resources Management Council

By David S. Reis, Permitting Staff

Requesting to construct a 38'x261/2' addition to existing dwelling and attached timber deck located at, 98 Knowlton Street, Map 312, Block 65, Parcel 15.  (Paul Darrigan)

 

Coastal Resources Management Council

By William J. Mosunie, Permitting Staff

Requesting to reshingle roof, replace window and some siding, located at 261 Terrace Avenue, Plat 415, Lot 3.  (David H. Johnson)

 

Coastal Resources Management Council

By William J. Mosunie, Permitting Staff

Requesting to replace porch roof, reshingle and replace boards as required, install stockade fence, located at 75 Bluff Street.  (Kristen and Kara Lund)

 

Coastal Resources Management Council

By Grover J. Fugate, Executive Director

Requesting to maintain a private residential recreational boating facility, located at 80 Beach Point Drive, Plat 11, Lot 21.  (Marjorie White)   

 

All CRMCs and 1 DEM are received as information.

 

Cancellations/Abatements

City Assessor requesting cancellation of taxes as follows:

Year                              Amount

1988                    $       136.98

1989                              23.68

1994                             100.34

1995                         19,148.42

 

Accepted.

 

(Permission to advertise)

Alcoholic Beverage - Class B-Full Privilege (Victualer) Transfer

From                            - Ronald Doire

dba                              - Ronnie's Down Under

To                                - The R & R Underground, Inc.

dba                              - Ronnie's Down Under

Location                       - 305 Lyon Avenue

 

Approved.

 

PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS, INTRODUCTIONS

 

James D. Marques, CMC/AAE, President, Rhode Island Town & City Clerks Association: Presentation to City Clerk Valerie A. Perry. 

 

Motion made by Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Larisa, and so voted to defer.

 

Motion made by Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and so voted to change the order of business by moving Communications from the end of the docket.

 

 

COMMUNICATIONS

 

Kathy Santos

Requesting to address the Council regarding a fund raiser for a handicapped van for Louis Cagiano.

 

Kathy Santos, 4 Thurston Street, addresses the Council and asks for public support to raise funds for a handicapped van for Louis Cangiano.  Mr Sullivan commends Mrs. Santos for her efforts.

 

Bob Briden - 170 Second Street

Requesting to address the Council re: Lack of enforcement of City Ordinances.

 

Withdrawn at the request of Mr. Briden.

 

Douglas & Lisa Procter - 1836 Pawtucket Avenue

Requesting to address the Council re: Connecting sewer lines to Pawtucket Avenue and Marrietta Street.

 

Lisa Procter addresses the Council about the problem.  After discussion, Mr. Larisa states that it is a State problem and asks Mrs. Procter to call him in the morning and he will try to get the problem solved.

 

Robert F. Rosa - 20 Summit Street

Requesting to address the Council re: Kent Heights Water Tower.

 

Mr. Rosa is not present at this time.

 

Motion is made by Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and unanimously voted to return to the regular order of business.

 

CITY COUNCIL SITTING AS LICENSING COMMISSIONERS

 

LICENSES REQUIRING PUBLIC HEARING

 

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE - Class B-Limited (Victualer)

Advertised - East Providence Post - July 26 & August 3, 1995

Applicant          - Annette Cabral & Kathy Rodrigues

dba                    - New Primo's

Location          - 158 Roger Williams Avenue

Approved: Chief of Police

Subject to approvals from: Building Inspector, Health Inspector

 

Annette Cabral, 429 Dover Avenue and Kathy Rodrigues, 129 Birch Swamp Road, Warren, Rhode Island, are present and sworn.

 

Motion made by Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Sullivan, and unanimously voted on a roll-call vote to approve.

 

Secondhand/Antiques

Advertised - East Providence Post - August 3, 1995

Applicant                      - Stanley A. Waskiel

dba                              - Carletons Antiques & Waskiel Furniture

Location                       - 5 Grosvenor Avenue

Approved: Chief of Police, Zoning Officer

Subject to approvals from: Building Inspector

 

Stanley A. Waskiel, 4 Willow Road, Smithfield, rhode Island is present and sworn.

 

Motion made by Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Sullivan, and unanimously voted on a roll-call vote to approve.

 

LICENSES NOT REQUIRING PUBLIC HEARING

 

Sunday/Holiday Sales

Applicant                       - Stanley A. Waskiel

dba                              - Carletons Antiques & Waskiel Furniture

Location                       - 5 Grosvenor Avenue

Approved: Chief of Police

 

Motion made by Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and unanimously voted on a roll-call vote to approve.

 

Victualling/not over 25

Applicant                    - Kenneth Knowles, III

                                   - Richard A. Verduchi

dba                              - Rumford Deli/Market Place

Location                    - 1246 Pawtucket Avenue

Approved: Chief of Police

Subject to approvals from: Building Inspector, Health Inspector

 

Kenneth Knowles, III, 39 Roanoke Street, Providence, Rhode Island and Richard Verduchi, 2970 Mendon Road, Cumberland, Rhode Island are present and sworn.

 

Motion made by Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and unanimously voted to approve.

 

 

Sunday/Holiday Sales

Applicant                      - Kenneth Knowles, III

- Richard A. Verduchi

dba                              - Rumford Deli/Market Place

Location                       - 1246 Pawtucket Avenue

Approved: Chief of Police

Subject to approvals from: Building Inspector, Health Inspector

 

Motion made by Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Larisa, and unanimously voted to approve.

 

Victualling/over 50 - Transfer

From                          - Pizza Hut of America

To                              - Delop's, Inc.

dba                            - D'Angelos/Pizza Hut

Location                     - 230 Newport Avenue

Approved: Chief of Police

Subject to approvals from: Building Inspector, Health Inspector

 

Christopher Perry, 53 South Sixth Street, Bridgewater, Massachusetts is present and sworn.

 

Motion made by Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Sullivan, and unanimously voted to approve.

 

Private Detective License

Applicant                      - Glenn Coleman Smail

Address                       - 10 Ashburton Road, East Providence, RI  02914

Approved: Chief of Police, Canvassing Authority

 

Glenn Coleman Smail, 10 Ashburton Road, is present and sworn.

 

On motion of Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Lynch and unanimously voted to approve.

 

Mayor Grant states that Robert Rosa is now present.  Motion made by Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Larisa and unanimously voted to return to the docketed item "Communications."

 

Robert F. Rosa, 20 Summitt Street, is present and sworn.  Mr. Rosa asks why the Kent Heights Water Tower is being taken down.

 

After discussion, Mr. Rosa is told that Mr. Lemont  will send him the Engineering report.

 

Motion is made by Mr. Lynch, seconded by Larisa and unanimously voted to return to the regular order of business.

 

Gatherer

Applicant                      - Mark Durand, 27 Adams Avenue

Location                       - East Providence

Subject to approval from: Chief of Police

 

Mark Durand, 27 Adams Avenue, is present and sworn.

 

After answering questions from the Council regarding his intention for the license, Mr. Sullivan states that he wants all gatherers' licenses revoked because of the conflict in the City ordinances.

 

After further discussion, the Council motion is made by Mr. Larisa, seconded by Mr. Lynch to approve the license and to have the City Solicitor prepare a report for the next Council meeting regarding the license.  If the license is in conflict, it will be revoked.  Motion passes unanimously on a roll-call vote.

 

Victualling/not over 50 - Transfer

From                            - Pete's Place Restaurant & Deli, Inc.

To                                - Ri-Da's Place, Inc

dba                              - Ri-Da's Place

Location                       - 1086D Willett Avenue

Subject to approvals from: Chief of Police, Building Inspector, Health Inspector  

 

Dawn Reed, 2 Barry Street, is present and sworn.

 

Motion made by Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr.Miranda, and unanimously voted to approve.

 

LICENSING COMMISSIONERS RESUME SITTING AS CITY COUNCIL

 

PUBLIC HEARINGS

 

REZONING                    - C-1 & R-3 to C-2

 

Petitioner                    - City of East Providence

Lot                              - Map 402, Blocks 4 & 12, Parcels 2,3,4, & 15

Locations                    - 855 Ferris Avenue/346 Ferris Avenue/15 Circle

                                   - Street/25 Circle Street   

Advertised - Providence Journal - August 10,17 & 21, 1995

 

(Memo dated 8-9-95 to City Council from Planning Board Re: "Rezoning Proposal, Ferris Avenue/Circle Street - Map 402, Block 4, Parcels 2, 3, and 4:  C-1 to C-2 and Map 402, Block 12, Parcel 15: R-3 to C-2")

 

Jeanne Boyle, Planning Director, reviews the ORDINANCEproposed zone change.  She says the rezoning will rezone all properties to Commercial 2 to permit retail sales.

 

Motion made by Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and unanimously voted on a roll-call vote to approve.

 

ORDINANCES - FINAL PASSAGE

(Given first passage July 18, 1995)

Advertised - Providence Journal - July 21, 1995

 

1)          AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 4 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY F EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND, 1987, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "BUILDING AND BUILDING REGULATIONS", which amends:

 

Section I. Section 4-69 entitled "Same--Composition; appointment."

Section II. Section 4-70 entitled "Same--Terms of members; filling vacancies."

Section III. Section 4-71 entitled "Same--Qualifications of members; officers."

Section IV. Section 4-76 entitled "Same--Vote required for reversal or modification of orders."

 

(Requested by Law Department)

CHAPTER NO. 361

 

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 unanimous roll-call vote with all Council members present and voting, said ordinance is adopted.

 

2)          AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 18 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND, 1987, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC.", which amends Article X entitled "Stopping, Standing and Parking .", Subsection 18-307 entitled "Parking prohibited at all times", adding thereto the following:

 

     Rosemere Drive (south side), from North Broadway easterly for a distance of 100 feet.

 

(Requested by Director of Public Works)

CHAPTER NO. 362

 

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 by Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Sullivan, and on a unanimous roll-call vote, with all Council members present and voting, said ordinance is adopted.

 

3)          AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 18 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND, 1987, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED, "MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC.", which amends Article X entitled "Stopping, Standing and Parking.", Subsection 18-307 entitled "Parking prohibited at all times.", adding thereto the following:

 

     Drowne Parkway (south side), from Pawtucket Avenue easterly for a distance of 100 feet.

 

(Requested by Director of Public Works)

CHAPTER NO. 363

 

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.

 

Motion is made by Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Larisa, and on a unanimous roll-call vote with all Council members present and voting, said ordinance is adopted.

 

4)          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.", Subsec 18-315 entitled "Reserved parking designated--Handicapped parking.", adding thereto the following:

 

     Viola Avenue (east side) from Crescent View Avenue northerly for a distance of approximately 40 feet.

 

(Requested by Director of Public Works)

CHAPTER NO. 364

 

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 unanimous roll-call vote with all Council members present and voting, said ordinance is adopted.

 

5)          AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 18 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC.",which amends Article X entitled "Stopping, Standing and Parking.", Subsec 18-307 entitled "Parking prohibited at all times." adding thereto the following:

 

Viola Avenue (east side) from a point approximately 40 feet north of Crescent View Avenue northerly for a distance of 137 feet.

 

(Requested by Director of Public Works)

CHAPTER NO. 365

 

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.

 

Motion is made by Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Larisa, and on a unanimous roll-call vote with all Council members present and voting, said ordinance is adopted.

 

REPORTS OF CITY OFFICIALS

 

Planning Department

By Jeanne Boyle, Planning Director

Memo dated 8-15-95 to City Council from Planning Board Re: "Mauran Avenue Waterfront Park"

 

Jeanne Boyle addresses the Council regarding the proposed park.  She says that DEM says it will not proceed with Bold Point Park unless the City provides parking, and Mauran Avenue Park would be acceptable to DEM for parking.  If the City votes against accepting the Grant money, the City will loose the State money for Bold Point Park.

 

Mayor Grant asks if that portion of Mauran Avenue will have to be abandoned and Ms. Boyle says it will not.  She says Mr. Conley told her that it will still be used for public purpose.  Mayor Grant speaks of the C-5 Zoning regulations of the ordinances and says parks are prohibited in that area and this is in violation of the ordinances. 

Ms. Boyle disagrees.

 

After further discussion, motion is made by Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Miranda, to accept the $32,000 from the State and go ahead with the Mauran Avenue Waterfront Park.

 

Roll-call vote follows:

Mr. Larisa                    Aye

Mr. Lynch                    Aye

Mr. Miranda                 Aye

Mr. Sullivan                  Aye

Mayor Grant                Nay

 

Motion passes 4-1.

 

CLAIMS COMMITTEE

The report from the Claims Committee is unanimously accepted on motion of Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Miranda.

 

COUNCILMEN

 

(By Mayor Rolland R. Grant)

1)          Trash Pick-Up

Mayor Grant speaks of complaints he has received about trash not being picked up.

Mr. Lemont says there is a provision in the contract for billing the company for missed trash that has to be picked up by the City.  Mr. Lemont advises that citizens should call him with complaints and he will have it taken care of.

 

2)          Bold Point Ramp

Mayor Grant asks Ms. Boyle how long it will take to get this project done.  She says it could be next Spring and a lot of groundwork has already been done.

 

3)          Bold Point Park - Jurisdiction, Providence/East Providence

 

(By Councilman Robert D. Sullivan)

1)          East Providence Senior Center (Speakers)

Edna Snow, representing the Council for the Elderly, speaks to the Council on the Senior Center.  She says the building on South Broadway is a good building for the Center and speaks on the need for the building.

 

Claire McGroarty, speaking for the Council on the Elderly, says East Providence is the only City in the State without a decent Senior Center.

 

Mary McGuire, 2 Carousel Drive, speaks in support.

Anthony Merrill, Jr., 10 Julian Avenue, speaks in support.

 

After further discussion, motion is made by Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Larisa, to direct the City Manager and City Staff to meet with Jerome Appraisal to see if the purchase is feasible and to report back to the Council.  Mr. Larisa makes an amendment to include looking at other buildings, getting prices and assessing costs of operation.

Motion passes unanimously on a roll-call vote with all Council members present and voting.

 

Mr. Lynch advises that the building be in the center of the City.

 

2)          American Youth Soccer Organization

Mr. Sullivan speaks on the needs of the AYSO and makes a motion seconded by Mr. Miranda, to open up Pierce Field on Saturday mornings for the use of soccer.

 

Mr. Larisa says he would never vote without recommendation from the Parks Department and City Manager.

 

Joseph Crook, Recreation Director, addresses the Council on the subject.  He says it would interfere with some high school football games and other planned activities.  He says that the City has given the AYSO the use of 40 to 50 acres of recreational land and that Pierce Field is a special use facility.

 

Mr. Miranda says that Rosegarden would be the perfect place for a soccer field.  He tells Mr. Lemont that he wants an answer at the next meeting.

 

The City Clerk is directed to read a letter which was sent to Mr. Lemont from AYSO. 

Mr. Lemont responds that they are looking for a dedicated field.  Mr. Miranda suggests setting up a meeting with the AYSO to determine exactly what they are looking for and to try to resolve the matter.

 

After further discussion, Mr. Sullivan and Mr. Miranda withdraw their motion and it is agreed that Mr. Lemont will set up a meeting with representatives from AYSO.

 

3)           Narragansett Bay Commission

Mr. Sullivan defers to the next meeting.

 

(By Councilman Joseph S. Larisa, Jr.)

1)          Carousel Bayfront Property

Mr. Sullivan says that Mr. Conley advised him that the Carousel Bayfront property is still in litigation and the case should not be discussed.  Mr. Sullivan asks that the matter be deferred until Mr. conley returns.

 

Mr. Larisa assures the Council that he would not say anything to jeopardize the litigation, and speaks about the future of the area and his belief that by the year 2005 the water will once again be swimmable.  He says he wants the case to be settled and suggests that he and Mr. Sullivan sit down with Mr. Conley and Kelly & Picerne to see if the issue can be resolved.

 

2)          Mauran Avenue Park

Withdrawn.

 

INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES

 

(If given first passage, can be referred to the next regular Council meeting to be held on September 5, 1995, for a public hearing and consideration of final passage)

 

1)          AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 11 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND, 1987, AS AMENDED ENTITLED "PERSONNEL, PENSIONS AND RETIREMENT.", which amends Section 11-1 entitled "Definitions." by changing the definition of the following words, "terms and phrases."

 

(Requested by Mayor Rolland R. Grant)

 

The above-entitled ordinance is introduced.

 

The Council discusses the ordinance.  Mr. Larisa says no Councilman should influence the decision of the City Manager regarding hiring part time or temporary employees.

 

Mr. Lynch says he doesn't believe it is necessary for the ordinance to be put on the books.  He says it is a policy and the City Manager serves at the pleasure of the Council.

 

Mr. Larisa asks for a friendly amendment:

 

No City Councilman should influence the decision.

 

Motion to approve is made by Mr. Sullivan and seconded by Mr. Larisa.

 

Roll-call vote follows:

Mr. Larisa                    Aye

Mr. Lynch                    Nay

Mr. Miranda                 Aye

Mr. Sullivan                 Aye

Mayor Grant               Aye

 

Motion passes 4-1.

 

2)          AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 18 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND, 1987, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "MOTOR VEHICLE AND TRAFFIC.", which amends Article X entitled "Stopping, Standing and Parking.", Subsection 18-307 entitled

"Parking prohibited at all times.", adding thereto the following:

 

     Bishop Avenue (north side), from Ferris Avenue westerly to Tryon Avenue

     on school days during the hours of 7:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.

 

(Requested by Director of Public Works)

 

The above-entitled ordinance is introduced and, on motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Lynch, 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 September 5, 1995, for a public hearing and consideration of final passage.

 

(3)          AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 8 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND, 1987, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "LICENSES AND BUSINESS REGULATIONS.", which amends the following by deleting therefrom SECTION I. Sec 8-423. entitled "Wrecker charges as regulated by the Public Utilities Commission."

 

SECTION II. Amending Subsection (b) of Sec 8-424 entitled "Procedure for licensing."

 

SECTION III. Amending Chapter 8 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of East Providence, Rhode Island, 1987, as amended, entitled "Licenses and Business Regulations" by adding thereto the following:

 

Section 8-425. entitled "Qualifications for listing."

Section 8-429. Regulations for wrecker and towing services.

 

(Requested by City Council)

 

The above-entitled ordinance is introduced and on motion of Mr. Larisa, 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 on September 5, 1995, for a public hearing and final passage, with amendments

added.

 

(4)          AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 3 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND, 1987, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "ANIMALS.", which amends:

 

SECTION I. The title of Article II. of Chapter 3, entitled "Animals." to read as follows:

ARTICLE II. DOGS AND CATS

SECTION II. Amending Section 3-33. Redemption of Impounded Dogs and Cats, (a)(b).

SECTION III. Amending Section 3-35. Dog or Cat License; fees; penalty, (a) (b) (c)

SECTION IV. Amending by adding thereto the following: Section 3-36. Cats Running at Large, (a) (b) (c) (d)

SECTION V. Amending Section 3-54., "Vaccination required for dogs and cats over six (6) months old

Section 3-55., Use of approved vaccine; certification generally

Section 3-56., Certification prerequisite to license

Section 3-57., Unvaccinated dogs and cats--Owning, keeping, harboring prohibited

Section 3-58., Impoundment of unvaccinated dogs and cats

Section 3-59.  Exemptions

(Requested by Mayor Rolland R. Grant)

 

The above-entitled ordinance is introduced.  The ordinance is deferred for further study.  No motion is made.

 

 

Meeting adjourned at 11:55 P.M.

 

 

Attest:

 

 

Valerie A. Perry

City Clerk

 

Approved:___________________________

 

 

August 22, 1995 - Journal of the Regular Council Meeting
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