CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCERHODE ISLAND JOURNAL OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 19, 2001 |
The City Council meets in the Council Chamber on Monday, November 19, 2001 and is called to order at 7:32 p.m. by Mayor Joseph S. Larisa, Jr.
Present: Mayor Joseph S. Larisa, Jr. )
Rolland R. Grant ) Council Members
Peter F. Midgley )
Norman J. Miranda )
Paul E. Lemont ) City Manager
William J. Conley, Jr. ) City Solicitor
Valerie A. Perry ) City Clerk
Absent: Patrick A. Rogers ) Council Member
Lori Merolla, Merandi Reporting, is present to record the proceedings of the public hearings.
The Invocation is led by Mayor Larisa. The Salute to the Flag is led by Councilman Miranda.
Year Amount
2001 $668.25
2000 40.44
1999 666.31
1998 349.62
Total $1,724.62
On motion of Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Miranda, and on a roll call vote, it is unanimously voted to approve the Consent Calendar. It is noted for the record that Mr. Rogers is absent for the vote.
(Advertised East Prov. Post - October 25 - November 1, 2001)
Alcoholic Beverage - Transfer of Class from Class D to Class B FP
Portuguese American Athletic Club - 281 Warren Avenue
There is no one from the Club present. Mr. Conley explains that this is another transfer of a Club license.
There is no one from the public wishing to be heard.
On motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Grant, and on a roll call vote, it is unanimously voted to approve, subject to Police Chief approval. It is noted for the record that Mr. Rogers is absent for the vote.
Alcoholic Beverage - Class B Full Privilege - Renewal
Merrill Lounge, Inc., dba Merrill Lounge, 535 North Broadway
Attorney Martin Slepkow, representing the applicant, is present and answers questions from the Council. He states that the applicant met with several of the neighbors and the complaints have been addressed satisfactorily. The Council discusses the possibility of approving a six-month license, to be reviewed at the end of the six month period. Mr. Midgley speaks about the benefit of having the Police Community Relations Department work with the neighbors in situations such as this.
The meeting is open to public comment.
Donna Buxbaum, 135 Cadorna Street, East Providence, Rhode Island is present and sworn. She states that all the concerns have been answered, and she sees no problem with granting the license.
On motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Grant, and on a roll call vote, it is unanimously voted to approve, subject to approval of the Police Chief. It is noted for the record that Mr. Rogers is absent for the vote.
It is also noted that the City Clerk will remind the Council before the six month period is over and if there are no further problems, the applicants will not have to come back before the Council.
Wrecker/Tower (Deferred from November 6, 2001)
MCM Towing, Inc., 43 Sixth Street, East Providence, RI
Subject to approval from Chief of Police
The applicant is not present for the second time.
On motion of Mr. Midgley, seconded by Mr. Grant, it is unanimously voted to Defer one more time. It is noted for the record that Mr. Rogers is absent for the vote.
Secondhand Dealers - Transfer
From Goodwill Industries of RI Inc. to Gansett Bay Shops LLC dba Goodwill Industries
376 Newport Avenue
Douglas Whitmore, Kennebunk, Maine is present and sworn.
On motion of Mr. Midgley, seconded by Mr. Miranda, it is unanimously voted to approve, subject to approvals from the Police Chief and Building Inspector. It is noted for the record that Mr. Rogers is absent for the vote.
Sunday/Holiday Sales - Transfer
From Goodwill Industries of RI Inc. to Gansett Bay Shops LLC dba Goodwill Industries
376 Newport Avenue
On motion of Mr. Midgley, seconded by Mr. Miranda, it is unanimously voted to approve, subject to approvals from the Police Chief and Building Inspector. It is noted for the record that Mr. Rogers is absent for the vote.
Victualing/Not over 25 - Transfer
From Virginia H. Hennessey Estate, dba Sunshine Creamery
To Virginia Loughnane, dba Sunshine Creamery - 305 North Broadway
Virginia Loughnane, 52 Pine Bough Lane, North Attleboro, Massachusetts, is present and sworn.
On motion of Mr. Midgley, seconded by Mr. Grant, it is unanimously voted to approve, subject to approvals from the Police Chief and Building Inspector. It is noted for the record that Mr. Rogers is absent for the vote.
Sunday/Holiday Sales
From Virginia H. Hennessey Estate, dba Sunshine Creamery
To Virginia Loughnane, dba Sunshine Creamery - 305 North Broadway
On motion of Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Miranda, it is unanimously voted to approve, subject to approvals from the Police Chief and Building Inspector. It is noted for the record that Mr. Rogers is absent for the vote.
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ORDINANCES - FINAL PASSAGE (Given first passage November 6, 2001)
Advertised - Providence Journal - November 9, 2001
1. 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", the attached pay plans designated as Exhibits A, B, C, D, E, G, F1 and F2 are hereby adopted as the official pay plans for the United Steelworkers of America Local 15509A; United Steelworkers of America Local 15509; International Association of Firefighters, Local 850 (AFL-CIO) ; International Brotherhood of Police Officers Local Number 569; Professional, Managerial, and Technical Employees Association; East Providence Department Heads and Exhibits F1 and F2 are hereby adopted as official pay plans for non-classified full-time and/or part-time employees (i.e. seasonal and temporary) and unclassified employees respectively; and said exhibits shall be placed on file in the City Clerk's Office. (Budget Ordinance) CHAPTER 188
There is no one 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 adopt the Ordinance. It is noted for the record that Mr. Rogers is absent for the vote.
The following ordinance will allow for the safe arrival and departure of students attending Waddington School.
2. 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. 18-227 entitled "Temporary Closure of Streets." by adding thereto the following:
GLENROSE DRIVE between Ferncrest Drive and Lantern Lane to all through traffic with the exception of school buses between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM and between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM on school days.
SECTION II. Sec. 18-307 entitled "Parking prohibited at all times." is amended by adding thereto the following:
GLENROSE DRIVE (both sides), between Ferncrest Drive and Lantern Lane between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM and between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM on school days.
LEGION WAY (north side), from Breeze Way to a point 50 feet east of the easterly school entrance between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM and between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM on school days.
LEGION WAY (south side), from the easterly school entrance to a point 50 feet east, between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM and between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM, school days.
(Requested by Director of Public Works) CHAPTER 189
The Council questions the Public Works Director on the ordinance. He explains that there are no houses at Glenrose Drive between Ferncrest Drive and Lantern Lane.
There is no one from the public wishing to be heard.
On motion of Mr. Midgley, seconded by Mr. Grant, and on a roll call vote, it is unanimously voted to adopt the Ordinance. It is noted for the record that Mr. Rogers is absent for the vote.
CITY MANAGER
1. Request for City Council Approval to Award Contract for Infiltration and Inflow Remediation Program (Phase 3).
The Public Works Director answers questions from the Council about the program.
On motion of Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Miranda, it is unanimously voted to award the contract to Severn Trent Pipeline Services, Inc. at a total bid price of $291,724.50. It is noted for the record that Mr. Rogers is absent for the vote.
2. City Manager's Report - None
(By William J. Conley, Jr., City Solicitor)
Claims and Litigation Committee Report
Richard Carey, Claim No. 01-72 Approved
Mario DeOliviera, Claim No. 01-90 Deferred
David Pezzelli, Claim No. 01-92 Denied
Stanley Clark, Jr., Claim No. 01-93 Denied
On motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Grant, and on a roll call vote, it is unanimously voted to accept the report as presented. It is noted for the record that Mr. Rogers is absent for the vote.
COUNCIL MEMBERS
(By Mayor Joseph S. Larisa, Jr.)
Council Appointees Job Performance Review
Item deferred due to Mr. Rogers' absence.
(By Councilman Norman J. Miranda)
Bentley Street Garage Deed Restrictions
Mr. Miranda speaks of his concerns about the property once the building is torn down. Mr. Conley says he understands that the Council wants the lots to have single family houses and the property could be limited to four lots.
On motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Grant, it is unanimously voted to approve the proposal mentioned by the City Solicitor. It is noted for the record that Mr. Rogers is absent for the vote.
(By Councilman Rolland R. Grant)
Mr. Grant suggests hooking up lights at the Basketball Court, which would light up the entire lot. He requests the Director of Parks, through the City Manager, to look into the cost and report back to the Council.
Mr. Grant suggests having a Police Officer at the site to relieve traffic back-ups at the specified time. Chief Dias reports that the Police Department has been working with the State for approximately four weeks and they are trying to come up with some plan to alleviate the situation.
(If given first passage, can be referred to the next regular Council meeting to be held on December 4, 2001 for a public hearing and consideration of final passage)
1. 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 Article X entitled "Stopping, Standing and Parking.", Subsection 18-307 entitled "Parking prohibited at all times." adding thereto the following:
CUSTER STREET (east side ) from Jenks Street to Farnum Street.
(Requested by the Director of Public Works)
On motion of Mr. Midgley, seconded by Mr. Grant, it is unanimously voted to approve for First Passage. It is noted for the record that Mr. Rogers is absent for the vote.
The following ordinance addresses safety concerns due to parking and school drop-off at Bayview Academy.
2. 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 Article X entitled "Stopping, Standing and Parking.", Subsection 18-307 entitled "Parking prohibited at all times." by adding thereto the following:
BROOKFIELD AVENUE (north side ) from a point 60 feet east of Pawtucket Avenue easterly for a distance of 335 feet during the hours of 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, school days.
(Requested by Director of Public Works)
Mr. Grant speaks on the ordinance. He says there may be a problem if there are big parties on the weekends and this ordinance prohibits parking only on school days.
Mr. Grant also speaks about the problem at Boyden Boulevard and asks that the Police Department ticket the cars that are parked illegally.
On motion of Mr. Midgley, seconded by Mr. Miranda, it is unanimously voted to approve for First Passage.
(By Councilman Rolland R. Grant)
Beautification Commission
Joseph Gibson 12 Waterview Avenue (02915)
On motion of Mr. Miranda, seconded by Mr. Grant, it is unanimously voted to approve.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourns at 8:22 p.m.
Attest:
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Valerie A. Perry, CMC
City Clerk Approved: December 18, 2001