CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE
RHODE ISLAND
JOURNAL OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY,
The City Council meets in the Council Chamber on Tuesday, April 20, 1999, and is called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Mayor Joseph S. Larisa, Jr.
Present: Mayor Joseph S. Larisa, Jr. ) Council Members
Rolland R. Grant )
Norman J. Miranda )
Patrick A. Rogers )
Paul E. Lemont ) City Manager
William J. Conley, Jr. ) City Solicitor
Valerie A. Perry ) City Clerk
Absent: Peter F. Midgley ) Council Member
The Invocation is led by Councilman Rogers.
The Salute to the Flag is led by Councilman Miranda.
Lori Merolla, Merandi Reporting, is present to record the proceedings of the public hearings.
1. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL JOURNALS
Regular Meeting - March 16, 1999
Regular Meeting - April 6, 1999
2. Town of Barrington - Proclamation - Alcohol Awareness Month 1999
3. Coastal Resources Management Council - File No. 99-3-62 - FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT - Replace two float pilings at 110 Riverside Drive (Raymond Anderson, 102 Riverside Dr.)
4. Alcoholic Beverage - Class F - May 28, 29, 30, 1999
Trinity Brotherhood Annual Holy Ghost Feast, 146 Sutton Avenue
Subject to approvals from Chief of Police, Building Inspector
On motion of Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Miranda, it is unanimously VOTED to approve the Consent Calendar. It is noted that Mr. Midgley is absent for the vote.
Rhode Island Earth Day - April 24, 1999
Carnival - May 6, 7, 8, 9, 1999 - Carousel Park Commission
Subject to approvals from the Chief of Police, Fire Marshall, Building Inspector & Electrical Inspector
On motion of Mr. Rogers, seconded by Mr. Miranda, it is unanimously VOTED to approve.
It is noted that Mr. Midgley is absent for the vote.
Peddler - Michael Gianlorenzo, 120 Walnut Street, East Providence, Rhode Island
Subject to approval from the Chief of Police
The applicant is present and sworn.
On motion of Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Miranda, it is unanimously VOTED to approve. It is noted that Mr. Midgley is absent for the vote.
Peddler - Brendan McVeigh, 40 Kepler Street, Pawtucket, Rhode Island
(Given Temporary approval by City Council on April 6, 1999)
It is noted that the applicant has quit the job. The license is withdrawn.
LICENSING COMMISSIONERS RESUME SITTING AS CITY COUNCIL
1. 1999-2000 Community Development Block Grant Program
On motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Grant, it is unanimously VOTED to receive as information. It is noted that Mr. Midgley is absent for the vote. The Public Hearing will be held at the next meeting.
2. HIGHWAY ABANDONMENT - JUNIPER STREET
Petitioners: Ronald A. Rose, Barry and Kimberly Barboza
Attorney: Joseph T. Little
Advertised: East Providence Post - March 26, 1999, April 1, 9, 1999
Notices sent to Utilities Companies - March 25, 1999
Notices served on abutters - March 17, 24, 1999
4-15-99 - Memo to Council from Planning Board recommending approval
Attorney Joseph T. Little addresses the Council on behalf of his client.
There are no persons from the public wishing to be heard.
On motion of Mr. Rogers, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and on a roll call vote, it is unanimously VOTED to approve. It is noted that Mr. Midgley is absent for the vote.
3. ORDINANCES - FINAL PASSAGE (Given first passage April 6, 1999 )
Advertised - Providence Journal - April 9, 1999
AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 18 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND, 1998, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC", which amends SEC. I. Sec. 18-307 entitled "Parking prohibited at all times." by adding thereto the following: EASTERNAVENUE (south side) (Requested by Director of Public Safety)CHAPTER NO. 62
There are no persons from the public wishing to be heard.
On motion of Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and on a roll call vote, it is unanimously VOTED to approve for Final Passage. It is noted that Mr. Midgley is absent for the vote.
AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 11 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND, 1998, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "PERSONNEL." which amends Section 11-111 entitled "Adoption." (This ordinance brings the Pay Plan up-to-date with previously approved salary increases). CHAPTER NO. 63
There are no persons from the public wishing to be heard.
Mr. Rogers questions the ordinance and asks if this is an annual process, with annual salaries ranges and caps. Mr. Lemont responds that each of the jobs is assigned a grade, which has a minimum and a maximum, and it reflects the union contract.
On motion of Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and on a roll call vote, it is unanimously VOTED to approve for Final Passage. It is noted that Mr. Midgley is absent for the vote.
Requesting Pre-qualification approval for re-roofing of Central Garage
Mr. Miranda recuses himself from the issue because one of the contractors is a tenant of his and rents his building.
Julia Forgue addresses the Council about the request. She reports that the estimated cost will be $125,000.
On motion of Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Rogers, it is unanimously VOTED to approve. It is noted that Mr. Midgley is absent for the vote.
Requesting approval for pre-qualification for Sewage Pump Station Improvements - Wannamoisett Road
Ms. Forgue says this is another project funded through the Bond issue, with an estimated cost of $250,000.
On motion of Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Miranda, it is unanimously VOTED to approve. It is noted that Mr. Midgley is absent for the vote.
Request for Contract Approval - RIEAP
Due to Mr. Midgley's absence, Mr. Lemont defers this item to the next meeting.
Discussion - Operation of 3rd Rescue Vehicle
Due to Mr. Midgley's absence, Mr. Lemont defers this item to the next meeting.
City Manager's Report
Mr. Lemont reports that Kevin Flood, a Law Clerk in the Solicitor's office, finished the Boston Marathon in 2:39, his first marathon, finishing 127th.
(By William J. Conley, Jr., City Solicitor)
Claims Committee Report
Ann Mulvey, Claim No. 99-19 Received as Info
ARABELLA Ins. Co. (Insured: Michael Silva) Claim No. 99-16 Denied
Trust Insurance Co. (Insured Charlene Bilodeau) Claim No. 99-20 Apprv
William Tilley, Claim No. 99-21 Referred to D.O.T.
Joseph & Carol Carbone, Claim No. 99-22 Received as Info
On motion of Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and on a roll call vote, it is unanimously VOTED to accept the Claims Committee Report as presented. It is noted that Mr. Midgley is absent for the vote.
(By Councilman Patrick A. Rogers)
1. Safe Summer Traffic Safety Program
Mr. Rogers reports that the Council has been looking at a program to implement over the summer to try to get motorists to drive slower.
Police Chief Gary Dias addresses the Council. He reports that the Department can operate the program with existing personnel, and recommends using the Community Policing Unit. He says educational costs would include advertising at a cost of $2,000, and equipment would include five hand held radar units at $1,000 apiece, for a total equipment cost of $5,000. He estimates the total cost of the program at $7,000.
Mr. Rogers thanks the Chief for his work and restates his personal goal for the program, which is to get drivers to drive slower and make East Providence a safe place.
On motion of Mr. Rogers, seconded by Mr. Miranda, it is unanimously VOTED to approve the recommendation of the Police Chief with respect to the Summer Traffic Safety Program. It is noted that Mr. Midgley is absent for the vote.
2. East Providence High School Marching Band
Mr. Rogers reports that the band performed at the re-opening of McCoy Stadium, the only band to perform at the event. He commends Mr. MacNamara and the members of the band.
3. Street Sweeping
Mr. Rogers speaks on the condition of the sidewalks on State roads in the City, and says it is his understanding that the State has the obligation under law to try to sweep its sidewalks twice a year. He suggests sending a letter to the State Delegation and Department of Transportation to get the State to meet their obligation and start taking care of the sidewalks.
Mr. Miranda states that he had a meeting with his Representative and Senator and brought the condition underneath the Broadway overpass to their attention, regarding the pigeon droppings. He says he is supposed to be getting a call from D.O.T. and will let them know about the concerns of the Council.
After further discussion, on motion of Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Miranda, it is unanimously VOTED to direct the City Manager, with the assistance of the Public Works Director, to identify the streets in the City that are State roads, and to send a letter to the East Providence Legislative Delegation and the D.O.T. It is noted that Mr. Midgley is absent for the vote.
Julia Forgue says the Highway Division has the City divided into twelve sub-areas and the City has two street sweepers. She estimates the whole City will be done by the end of June, and then the main streets are done again. She says she can publish the streets that are going to be done, to alert residents.
Unanimous Consent - Mayor Larisa
Mayor Larisa receives Unanimous Consent to discuss the $3,000,000 bond issue. He announces that there will be five voting places on April 27, 1999 - Newman Church, Cityview Manor, Weaver Library, Riverside Fire Station, and Wampanoag Trail Fire Station.
ORDINANCERESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF CERTAIN PROJECTS FOR FUNDING THROUGH THE RI DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM (Requested by Planning Department)
Planning Director Jeanne Boyle speaks on the Resolution. She says they have applied for two projects: Riverside Square Enhancement ($275,000) and improvements to the Pawtucket Avenue crossing at the High School crossing, with a transit hub improvement.
On motion of Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Miranda, it is unanimously VOTED to adopt the Resolution. It is noted that Mr. Midgley is absent for the vote.
Unanimous Consent - Mayor Larisa
Mayor Larisa questions Jeanne Boyle and Nancy Remington about the CDBG requests. He is told that only 15% of the total allocation is to be used for public service agencies. Nancy Remington reports that at the May 4th meeting, the applicants will make their presentations, and the Council will be presented with the recommendations at the May 18th meeting.
On motion of Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Miranda, it is unanimously VOTED to approve Mayor Larisa's reappointment of Gail Durfee, 6 Regent Drive, Riverside, Rhode Island 02915, to the Carousel Park Commission for a term expiring January 2002.
On motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Grant, it is unanimously VOTED to approve Mayor Larisa's reappointment of Kathleen LaChance, 199 Ivy Street, East Providence, Rhode Island 02914, to the Carousel Park Commission for a term expiring January 2002.
On motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Rogers, it is unanimously VOTED to reappoint Nancy Stevens 37 Beaumont Street, Rumford, Rhode Island 02916 to the Historic Properties Designation & Study Commission.
Tina A. Silvia, 25 Charlotte Street, Riverside, Rhode Island, is present and sworn, and requests on behalf of the East Providence Scout House Association that Dyer and Gladis Streets be closed on September 25, 1999 (rain date October 2, 1999) for a Fall Festival. She says the Scout House will no longer be maintained by the Girl Scout Association, and this festival is to raise funds for the maintenance of the building. She assures the Council that the neighbors will be notified.
On motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Grant, it is unanimously VOTED to approve the request.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourns at 8:35 p.m.
Attest:
Valerie A. Perry, CMC
City Clerk