CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE
RHODE ISLAND
JOURNAL OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY,
8:00 P.M.
The City Council meets in the Council Chamber on Tuesday, November 21, 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 ) Council Members
Norman J. Miranda )
Robert D. Sullivan )
Paul E. Lemont ) City Manager
William J. Conley, Jr. ) City Solicitor
Valerie A. Perry ) City Clerk
(Cindy Stewart, Woods Reporting, 20 Fifth Street, Providence, Rhode Island, is present to record the proceedings of the public hearings)
Invocation is given by Councilman Norman J. Miranda.
Salute to the Flag is led by Robert D. Sullivan.
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 to approve the Consent Calendar.
Coastal Resources Management Council - ASSENT
File No. A95-9-67
Requesting to maintain a private residential boating facility, located at Plat 100, Map 513, Lot 22; 82 Beach Point Drive. (Roland Stumpff)
File No. 95-10-55 - FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
Requesting to remove existing garage and septic system. Construct dwelling addition, two car garage, deck and driveway. Replace windows and doors as per the approved plans. Repair concrete, connect sewer, landscape. Haybales shall be placed around drainpipes (3) in seawall prior to excavation. Location of the project is 181 Terrace Avenue; Plat Map 414, Parcel 11, Block 16.
(Arthur & Margaret McAteer)
File No. 95-0353 - Insignificant Alteration - Permit
Approximately 3300 feet west of Wampanoag Trail (Route 114), approximately 4100 feet northwest of the intersection of Route 114 and Forbes Street, Assessor's Map 510, Block 1, Parcel 3. (Steven P. Mesthos, Mobil Oil Corp)
Finance Department/Assessment Division
Assessment Board of Review
By Peter P. Calise, Chairman
Requested adjustments for hardships, Tax Board of Review
Year Amount
1995 Hardships $ 10,446.73
(Permission to advertise)
Alcoholic Beverage License - Class B Full Privilege (Victualler) - Transfer
From - Mr. Phil's Pub Inc.
To - Friends Food & Spirits Inc.
Location - 478 Waterman Avenue
Subject to approvals from: Chief of Police, Building Inspector, Health Inspector
All above CC items are unanimously approved and received as information.
NOTE:
SHOW CAUSE HEARING
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE
Applicant - Petros Prodromidis
Dba - Minerva Pizza House
Location - 1022 South Broadway
(Communication to appear sent by certified mail November 9, 1995)
Mr. Conley states that he was contacted by Orlando Andreoni, Attorney for Minerva Pizza, who asked for a continuance of the hearing because he will be out of the country. Mr. Conley told him that the license would not be renewed until the Show Cause Hearing takes place, and Mr. Andreoni requested that the establishment be allowed to operate under the old license until the Show Cause Hearing. Mr. Conley says that Chief Winquist has no objection.
Motion to allow Minerva's Pizza to operate under the old license is made by Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and voted unanimously on a roll-call vote.
Mayor Grant states that the Chief notified him that the Show Cause Hearing may run as long as two hours.
Motion is made by Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Sullivan, to hold a special meeting for the Show Cause Hearing.
Mr. Sullivan says he understands there is a law suit pending on this matter and says the Council should not have a hearing at this time. Mr. Conley will meet with Chief Winquist and Mr. Andreoni and report back to the Council. Until that time, Minerva's Pizza will be allowed to operate under their old license.
Mr. Miranda withdraws his motion for a special meeting.
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE - Class B Full Privilege (Victualler) Transfer
Advertised - East Providence Post - October 26 & November 2, 1995
From - B & B Tavern
To - D & M Sports Tavern Inc.
dba - B & B Tavern
Location - 281 Massasoit Avenue
Subject to approvals from: Chief of Police, Building Inspector, Health Inspector
Edward Lyons, General Manager, B & B Tavern, is present and sworn.
Unanimously approved, subject to all approvals on a roll-call vote with all Council members present and voting, on motion from Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Larisa.
Victualling/Not over 25 - Transfer
From - B & B Tavern
To - D & M Sports Tavern Inc.
Location - 281 Massasoit Avenue
Approved: Chief of Police
Subject to approvals from: Building Inspector, Health Inspector
Unanimously approved, subject to all approvals on motion from Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Larisa.
Gatherer
Applicant - Ernest L. Morissette, 14 Bellvue Blvd
Approved: Chief of Police
(Deferred from November 7, 1995)
Ernest L. Morrissette, 14 Bellvue Blvd., is present and sworn. Mr. Morrissette says he will keep all items in his garage.
On motion of Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Larisa, is unanimously voted to grant the license.
Wrecker/Towing Services
Applicant - Ocean State Towing, 338 Massasoit Avenue 02916
(Owner - Steven Joseph Ladeira)
Subject to approval from: Chief of Police
Stephen Joseph Ladeira, 33 Russell Avenue, is present and sworn. Mr. Ladeira states that he will be storing the automobiles at 338 Massassoit Avenue. Mr. Lynch tells him that no more than 12 cars can be stored at one time. Mr. Ladeira will be given the rules and regulations for towers by the City Clerk.
On motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Larisa, it is unanimously voted to grant the license.
LICENSING COMMISSIONERS RESUME SITTING AS CITY COUNCIL
ORDINANCES - FINAL PASSAGE (Given First Passage, November 7, 1995)
Advertised - Providence Journal - November 14, 1995
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 X entitled, "Stopping, Standing and Parking.", Subsection 18-302 entitled Parking adjacent to schools prohibited when signs are erected.", adding thereto the following:
Fort Street (north side), between Fifth Street and Seventh Street, School days between 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M.
CHAPTER NO. 383
(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 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 "VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC.", which amends Section 18-269. entitled "Stop and yield intersections designated; when stops required adding thereto the following:
Dorr Avenue (eastbound and westbound traffic), at its intersection with Arnold Street.
CHAPTER NO. 384
(Requested by Councilman Robert D. Sullivan)
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. Miranda, 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 19 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND, 1987, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "ZONING.", which amends:
Article I in General, Section 19-2. Purpose;
Article II Administration, Section 19-16. Vested Rights; Section 19-38 Powers;
Article III District Regulations, Section 19-101 Application Process and Unified Review;
Article IV Supplementary District Regulations, Section 19-138 Side yards;
Article V Land Development Projects, Section 19-361 Purpose and Objectives; Section 19-362 Uses and activities requiring land development project approval; Section 19-363 Applications; Section 19-364 Review Procedure; Section 19-365 Time Limit on approvals; Section 19-366 Appeals; Section 19-367 Amendments; Section 19-368 Definitions; Section 19-369 Public/private street standards;
Article VI Nonconforming Development, Section 19-411 purpose; Section 19-413 Alteration of Nonconforming Use; Section 19-414 Alteration of structure nonconforming by dimension;
Article VII Development Plan Review, Section 19-449 Applicability; Section 19-450 Coordination with Zoning Board of Review; Section 19-451 Uses requiring development plan approval; Section 19-452 Development Plan Review Committee; Section 19-453 Procedure; Section 19-454 Development and landscaping design standards; Section 19-455 Drainage/erosion standards; Section 19-457 Final Action; Section 19-459 Supporting documentation; Section 19-460 Special provisions for phased developments; Section 19-461 Interpretation, conflict, and severability.
CHAPTER NO. 385
(Requested by Director of Planning)
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.
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 Section 18-269 entitled "Stop and yield intersections designated; when stops required.", adding thereto the following:
Clyde Avenue (northbound and southbound traffic) at its intersection with Richfield Avenue
CHAPTER NO. 387
(Requested by Mayor Rolland R. Grant)
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 unanimous roll-call vote with all Council members present and voting, said ordinance is adopted.
5) 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 Article III. Boards, Committees, Commissions, Division 7 Planning Board, Section 2-172. Powers and duties of board; Section 2-174 Master Plan - Purpose; Section 2-175 Same--Construction, etc. of streets, parks, etc., after adoption plan.
CHAPTER NO. 386
(Requested by Director of Planning)
The above-entitled ordinance, referred to this time and place for a public hearing and consideration of final passage, is called for hearing.
There is 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.
Requesting Executive Session - Discussion of acquisition of possible site for Senior Center
Motion is made by Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and voted 5-0 to move the request by the City Manager for Executive Session to the end of the docket.
Department of Public Works
By Julia Forgue, Director of Public Works
Requesting release of bond for the Evergreen Estates Subdivision. The enclosed memo from the City Engineer certifies that the public improvements have been completed satisfactorily.
Unanimously granted on motion by Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Sullivan.
Planning Department
By Jeanne Boyle, Planning Director
Re: Senior Center Site Evaluation Report as previously requested by City Council at August 22, 1995 meeting.
Marijoan Bull, Planner, gives a brief synopsis on the Senior center Site Evaluation.
On motion of Mr. Larisa, seconded by Mr. Miranda, it is unanimously voted to accept
the report.
CLAIMS COMMITTEE
The Claims Committee report is unanimously accepted on motion on Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Sullivan.
(By Mayor Rolland R. Grant)
Gilbert Joseph Butler, Re: War Memorial
Mayor Grant addresses the Council about Gilbert Joseph Butler, who died in Korea in 1951. He says a research of records indicated that Gilbert Joseph Butler was living on Second Street in 1950 when he was drafted. He says it was brought to his attention that Mr. Butler's name was not on the War Memorial in front of City Hall, but he has since found out that Mr. Butler'sname is on a War Memorial in Providence. He says because of this information, he is withdrawing this matter.
(By Councilman Robert D. Sullivan)
1) Wampanoag Trail - Traffic Survey
Mr. Sullivan states that from October 1994 to October 1995, there have been 48 accidents on the Wampanoag Trail from Mink Road to the Barrington town line. He says he is asking for adoption of a Resolution to the State requesting either the lowering of the speed limit or limiting the first cutoff after the Mobil property exit to cars only, requiring trucks to take the second cutoff.
Motion to adopt the Resolution is made by Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Larisa, and voted unanimously on a roll-call vote.
Mayor Grant receives Unanimous consent to discuss the D.O.T.'s response regarding the speed on Bullocks Point Avenue. He commends the Department of Transportation for their response and cooperation regarding the matter, but says the Department of Transportation has denied reducing the speed from Monet to Bullocks
Point.
2) Harbor View Apartments, 3663 Pawtucket Avenue - Mail Service
Mr. Sullivan informs the Council that the mailbox at Harborview Apartments was taken out and he was told by the Postal Authorities that they are cutting back. He introduces a Resolution to request a mail box be placed at Harborview Apartments.
Resolution is adopted on motion by Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and voted unanimously on a roll-call vote.
3) Sunny Brook Estates - Superior Court Decision
Mr. Sullivan speaks on the Superior Court decision regarding Sunnybrook Estates, which upholds the Council's vote to deny the subdivision. He commends Bruce Blaydes and Mrs. Harold Gorman for their efforts on behalf of the neighbors.
(By Councilman Joseph S. Larisa, Jr.)
Proposed fee for the provision of emergency services by the City
(Deferred from November 7, 1995)
Mr. Larisa requests information from the City Manager about what other cities and towns in the country are doing about charging insurance companies for emergency vehicle service. He states that the City of East Providence provides the service at a cost to the taxpayers. He says Providence and Warwick have a system in place now.
Mr. Sullivan says he researched this matter a year ago and received some information from Yarmouth, Massachusetts.
Mr Lemont says that several cities in the State have contracted with outside services.
He says that a fund would be set up for people who don't have coverage. He says that the City is undergoing a log of changes in computerization at this time, and requests that the matter be deferred until after the first of the year, at which time he will come back to the Council with a full report. Mr. Larisa requests, and Mr. Lemont agrees, that the report will be given at the first Council meeting in 1996.
Meeting recesses at 9:00 P.M. and reconvenes at 9:10 P.M. with all Council members present.
Mr. Larisa receives Unanimous Consent regarding his request to the School Committee. He says that at the last Council meeting, he requested that the School Department ask the School Committee at their next meeting for their representatives to meet once again with the City Manager and City Solicitor in an attempt to avoid the Court and Commissioner of Education rule on the School Committee's budget appeal.
He says School Committee Chairman, Maria Pinheiro, said that she would bring the matter up at the next meeting of the School Committee, but he understands that the matter never came up. He requests that the item be put on the next School Committee docket.
Mr. Sullivan receives Unanimous Consent to discuss Sunday Sales. Mr. Sullivan requests the Council suspend Sunday Sales licenses to retailers who do not have a Sunday Sales license and want to open on the Sundays between Thanksgiving and New Years, with the exception of X-Rated Video Stores and Liquor Stores.
Motion is made by Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Larisa, to suspend the Sunday Sales licenses for retailers, with the exception of X-Rated Video Stores and Liquor Stores.
Motion passes unanimously on a roll-call vote.
1) RESOLUTION REQUESTING A TRAFFIC STUDY ON A DESIGNATED PORTION OF THE WAMPANOAG TRAIL BY THE RHODE ISLAND DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
RESOLVE NO. 25
(Requested by Councilman Robert D. Sullivan)
The above-entitled resolution 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 adopted.
2) RESOLUTION REQUESTING PLACEMENT OF MAIL BOX BY THE U. S. POSTAL SERVICE AT HARBOR VIEW APARTMENTS.
RESOLVE NO. 26
(Requested by Councilman Robert D. Sullivan)
The above-entitled resolution is introduced, and on motion of Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Miranda and on a unanimous roll-call vote with all Council members present and voting, is adopted.
1) 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 the following:
Section I. Division 7 entitled "Planning Board.", of Article III entitled "Boards, Committees, Commissions."
Section 2-166. Created; composition; appointment of members generally; qualifications and compensation of members.
Section 2-168. Appointment of first members; term of office; vacancies; removal from office.
(Requested by Councilman Joseph S. Larisa, Jr. & Councilman Gerald R. Lynch)
The above-entitled ordinance is introduced.
Mr. Larisa states that this ordinance would make the Planning Board similar to the Zoning Board in respect to the appointment of members. He says under the present ordinance, the Mayor gets all the appointments to the Planning Board. He says the ordinance will ensure each member of the Council will get to make an appointment from their ward, to represent the entire City.
Mr. Larisa makes the motion to give First Passage to the ordinance. Mr. Sullivan seconds for discussion.
Mr. Sullivan says that Mr. Larisa will have the first appointment if the ordinance is passed. He asks Mr. Larisa if he will reappoint Bruce DiTraglia, ;who was recently appointed by Mr. Sullivan to fill a vacancy, and whose term expires in January 1996.
Mr. Larisa agrees that he will make the appointment.
Mr. Sullivan says he would like to make a friendly amendment to the ordinance and make the two Alternate appointments five year appointments instead of two year appointments.
Mr. Conley says the Zoning Board is appointed by Ward and the Alternates are appointed by the Mayor, subject to the confirmation of Council for five years. He says making the Planning Board Alternates terms five years would bring it into consistency with the Zoning Board.
Mayor Grant says he is opposed to the amendment. He says he does not believe the Council should be tied down to five year terms, and that Alternates should be appointed for terms to coincide with the Council terms.
Roll-call vote is taken on the motion:
Mr. Larisa Aye
Mr. Lynch Aye
Mr. Miranda Aye
Mr. Sullivan Aye
Mayor Grant Nay
Motion passes 4-1.
Mayor Grant asks for Unanimous Consent to discuss the situation on Bergin Street. Mr. Larisa says this is out of order. Mayor Grant withdraws his request.
2) 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 the following:
Section I. division 7 entitled "Planning Board", of Article III entitled, "Boards, Committees, Commissions."
Section 2-166. Created; composition; appointment of members generally; qualifications and compensation of members.
Section 2-168. Appointment of first members; term of office; vacancies; removal from office.
(Requested by Director of Planning)
Withdrawn.
3) AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 10 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND, 1987, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "NUISANCES.", adding thereto the following:
ARTICLE V. LOITERING ON PRIVATE PROPERTY
Section 10-54. Definition
Section 10-55. Prohibited
Section 10-56. Notice
(Requested by Chief of Police)
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 December 5, 1995, for a public hearing and consideration of final passage.
4) 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:
Section I. Section 8-339. entitled "Right of entry for inspection"
Section II. Section 8-348. entitled "Inspection of dwelling" (a) (b) (1) (2) (3)
(Requested by Fire Chief)
The above-entitled ordinance is introduced, and on motion by 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 December 5, 1995, for a public hearing and consideration of final passage.
5) AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 4 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND, 1987, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS.:, adding thereto:
Section 4-283. Sprinklers required.
(Requested by Fire Chief)
The above-entitled ordinance is introduced, and on motion of Mr. Larisa, seconded by Mr. Sullivan, 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 December 5, 1995, for a public hearing and consideration of final passage.
6) AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 6 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND, 1987, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "GARBAGE AND REFUSE.", which amends:
Section I. Section 6-43. entitled "Violation of article; penalty." of Article IV entitled "Recyclables.", (a).
(Requested by Director of Public Works)
The above-entitled ordinance is introduced.
Mr. Conley states that this ordinance provides that anyone who goes into Recycling containers are subject to fines from the Municipal Court.
On motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Larisa, and on a unanimous roll-call vote, with all Councilmen present and voting, is given first passage and referred to the next regular Council meeting to be held on December 5, 1995, for a public hearing and consideration of final passage.
7) 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.", adding thereto the following:
Section I. Article XI entitled "Loading Zones.", Subsection 18-331 entitled "City Engineer to designate curb loading zones.", adding thereto the following:
Carl T. Thompson School Driveway (west side) from its southern intersection with Ferris Avenue to its northern intersection with Ferris Avenue, school days between 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M.
Section II. Article XI entitled "Loading Zones.", Subsection 18-334 entitled "School bus loading zone.", adding thereto the following:
Carl T. Thompson School Driveway (east side) from its southern intersection with Ferris Avenue northerly for a distance of approximately 70 feet, school days between 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M.
Carl T. Thompson School Driveway (east side) from its northern intersection with Ferris Avenue Southerly for a distance of approximately 80 feet, school days between 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M.
Section III. Article X entitled "Stopping, Standing and Parking.",
Subsection 18-302 entitled 'Parking adjacent to schools prohibited when signs are erected.", adding thereto the following:
Carl T. Thompson School Driveway (east side) from a point approximately 70 feet north of its southern intersection with Ferris Avenue to a point approximately 80 feet south of its northerly intersection with Ferris Avenue, school days between 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M.
(Requested by Law Department)
The above-entitled ordinance is introduced and, on motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Sullivan, and on a unanimous roll-call vote with all Councilmen present and voting, is given first passage and referred to the next regular Council meeting to be held on December 5, 1995 for a public hearing and consideration of final passage.
(By Mayor Rolland R. Grant)
East Providence Housing Authority
Dennis Wayland 1300 Pawtucket Avenue 02916
Mayor Grant states the appointment of Dennis Wayland to the above Board.
(By Councilman Norman J. Miranda)
Wrecker/Tower
Steven J. Ladeira 33 Russell Avenue 02914
Steven J. Ladeira is unanimously appointed Wrecker/Tower on motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Lynch.
Building Board of Appeals
(R) Gustavo O. Raposa 411 Gulf Road West
So. Dartmouth, MA
Gustavo O. Raposa, unanimously appointed to the above Board on motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Sullivan.
Philip Erickson, 15 Wilson Avenue 02916
Re: City purchase of Watchemoket Square model
Philip Erickson, 15 Wilson Avenue, is present and sworn. He addresses the Council regarding the Watchmoket Square model, which has been in the City Hall Lobby for several years, and asks the City to purchase the model for $20,000.
He tells the Council that he built the model as a labor of love, and spent much time and money on the project. He also says that the City rented the model from him for the first couple of years, and it has remained since because it is a safe place for it.
Mr. Lemont says shortly after he came to the City, he was advised by Charles O'Connell, the Finance Director, that he had entered into an agreement with Mr. Erickson for $500 per quarter, which went on for a good period of time.
Mr. Conley says a lease was entered into for $2,000, and as best as he can determine, there was no Council approval of the lease.
Mr. Lemont says a letter was written in 1991 asking Mr. Erickson to have the display removed. After he received a letter from an Attorney advising him that Mr. Erickson would be willing to sell the model to the City for $20,000., he again wrote to Mr. Erickson to find a place for the model where it would be shown, perhaps with the Historical Society. Mr. Lemont says that every time a function is held at City Hall, the model has to be jockeyed around, and he does not believe this is the proper space to put this on a permanent basis.
After further discussion, motion is made by Mr. Larisa, seconded by Mr. Miranda, to refer the matter back to Mr. Lemont to see if a place can be found for the display.
Mayor Grant reminds the Council about the Holiday Display Committee.
Mr. Lemont says that Mr. Conley has recused himself from the Executive Session because of a potential conflict of interest. Motion to go into Executive Session to discuss the acquisition of real property is made by Mr. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and unanimously voted on a roll-call vote.
Meeting recesses at 9:55 P.M. and goes into Executive Session
NOVEMBER 21, 1995
DISCUSSION OF ACQUISITION OF POSSIBLE SITE FOR SENIOR CENTER
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The Open Meeting resumes at 10:22 P.M.
Motion is made by Mr. Lynch, seconded by Mr. Miranda to give Mr. Lemont the authorization to continue to investigate and negotiate a possible purchase of a piece of land on behalf of the City of East Providence.
Roll-call vote is taken:
Mr. Larisa Aye
Mr. Lynch Aye
Mr. Miranda Aye
Mr. Sullivan Aye
Mayor Grant Aye
Motion passes 5-0.
The meeting is adjourned at 10:25 P.M. on motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Larisa.
Attest:
Valerie A. Perry, CMC
City Clerk Approved:__________________________
NOVEMBER 21, 1995
EXECUTIVE SESSION
DISCUSSION OF ACQUISITION OF POSSIBLE SITE FOR SENIOR CENTER