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CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE

DOCKET-REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING

TUESDAY, JUNE 4, 2024

CALL TO ORDER: 6:30 P.M.

145 TAUNTON AVENUE-CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS

EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND

EXECUTIVE SESSION: CONFERENCE ROOM A

 

OPEN SESSION WILL IMMEDIATELY FOLLOW EXECUTIVE SESSION

 

Notice: The meeting will also be viewable live at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0YEW6s1RpjcKR47VMil1LA

 

City Council:

Council President, Bob Rodericks – At Large

Council Vice-President: Frank Rego – Ward 1

Councilwoman Anna Sousa - Ward 2

Councilman Frank Fogarty - Ward 3

Councilman Rick Lawson - Ward 4

 

City Solicitor, Michael Marcello

City Clerk, Jill Seppa

  

 

>I.          CALL TO ORDER Video

            Roll Call

 

Fogarty__X___ Lawson__X___ Rego__X___ Sousa __X___ Rodericks__X___

 

           

II.        SALUTE TO THE FLAG

 

-          Salute to the flag lead by Council President Rodericks.

 

III.       PROCLAMATIONS & PRESENTATIONS Video

 

1.      Council President Rodericks presented a certificate of congratulations to Councilwoman Anna Sousa for recognition as an East Providence Prevention Coalition recipient of the prevention impact award

2.      Council President Rodericks presented a certificate of congratulations to the East Providence City Council who was recognized by the East Providence Prevention Coalition

 

3.      Restaurant Week announcement – Council Vice President Rego

 

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IV.       EXECUTIVE SESSION Video

 

The City Council of East Providence may meet in Executive Session,

            pursuant to RIGL §42-46-5 (a)(2)

 

1.      CLAIMS

a.       Waterview Villa Rehab & Healthcare Center

 

-          Motion to enter into executive session made by Council Vice-President Rego. Motion seconded by Councilman Fogarty and Councilwoman Sousa. Motion passes 5-0.

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

 

V.        RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION

 

Fogarty__X___ Lawson__X___ Rego__X___ Sousa __X___ Rodericks__X___

 

VI.       MOTION TO SEAL EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

 

 

Lawson

 

 

Rego

 

 

Sousa

 

 

Rodericks

 

 

 

VII.     CONSENT CALENDAR - For discussion and possible vote – Video

 

1.      Special Events One Day

Applicant: The Sacred Cow

Location: 187 N Brow (02914)

Date and Time: May 26, 2024 4:00pm-7:00pm

 

2.      Special Event – One Day Entertainment

Applicant: Lucy Fontaine

Location: 60 Berkeley St

Date and Time: June 4, 2024 6:30pm-9:30pm

Entertainment: Acoustic Guitar

 

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-          Motion to approve the consent calendar made by Councilwoman Sousa. Motion seconded by Councilman Fogarty. Motion passes 5-0.

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

 

VIII.    LICENSES - For discussion and possible vote Video

A. Motion to bundle licenses

 

-          Motion to bundle licenses made by Councilman Lawson. Motion seconded by Councilman Fogarty. Motion passes 5-0.

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

 

B. Motion to approve licenses

 

-          Motion to approve licenses made by Councilwoman Sousa. Motion seconded by Councilman Fogarty. Motion passes 5-0.

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

           

 

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            C. NON-PUBLIC HEARING

1.       Special Event : Class F

Applicant: Joe Eugenio

Event: Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity Annual Feast

Location: 59 Brightridge Ave E

Date & Time: July 19, 2024 6:00pm-11:00pm, July 20, 2024 6:00pm-12:00am, July 21, 2024 3:00pm-11:00pm.

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

 

 

Lawson

 

 

Rego

 

 

Sousa

 

 

Rodericks

 

 

 

2.      Special Events: One Day Entertainment

Applicant: Joe Eugenio

Event: Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity Annual Feast

Location: 59 Brightridge Ave (02914)

Dates and Time: July 19, 2024 6:00pm-11:00pm, July 20, 2024 6:00pm-12:00am, July 21, 2024 3:00pm-11:00pm.

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

 

 

Lawson

 

 

Rego

 

 

Sousa

 

 

Rodericks

 

 

 

3.      Sunday & Holiday

Applicant: Bill Vo

Business: Noir Nails & Spa

Location: 75 Newport Ave (02916)

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

 

 

Lawson

 

 

Rego

 

 

Sousa

 

 

Rodericks

 

 

 

4.      Mobile Food Establishment

Applicant: Juan Pablo Escajadillo

Business: Rhody Trolelote LLC

Business Address: 54 Richfield Ave (02914)

 

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Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

 

 

Lawson

 

 

Rego

 

 

Sousa

 

 

Rodericks

 

 

 

5.      Block Party

Applicant: Narragansett Terrace

Location: 0 Riverside Dr

Date and Time: June 15, 2024 3:00pm-5:00pm

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

 

 

Lawson

 

 

Rego

 

 

Sousa

 

 

Rodericks

 

 

 

6.      Block Party

Applicant: Susan Vani

Location: Sprague Ave

Date & Time: July 6, 2024 1:00pm-11:00pm

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

 

 

Lawson

 

 

Rego

 

 

Sousa

 

 

Rodericks

 

 

 

7.      Special Events: One Day Entertainment

Applicant: Tony Amaral

Event: Holy Ghost Feast

Location: 846 Broadway East

Date & Time: July 26-28, 2024 7:00pm-12:00am

Entertainment: Live Band & DJ

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

 

 

Lawson

 

 

Rego

 

 

Sousa

 

 

Rodericks

 

 

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8.      Special Event: Class F1

Applicant: Joseph Braga

Event: Holy Ghost Feast

Location: 856 Broadway (02914)

Date and Time: July 26-28, 2024, 7:00pm-12:00am

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

 

 

Lawson

 

 

Rego

 

 

Sousa

 

 

Rodericks

 

 

 

9.      Special Events- One Day Entertainment

Applicant: Harrison Ingham

Address: 59 Brightridge Ave (02914)

Date and Time: 10/4/24-11/03/24 7:00pm-10:00pm

Entertainment: Walk Through Haunted Trail

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

 

 

Lawson

 

 

Rego

 

 

Sousa

 

 

Rodericks

 

 

 

10.  Sunday & Holiday

Applicant: Keith Lambert

Business: New England Novelty

Location: 141 Newport Ave (02916)

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

 

 

Lawson

 

 

Rego

 

 

Sousa

 

 

Rodericks

 

 

 

11.  60 Day Hawker

Applicant: Keith Lambert

Business: New England Novelty

Location: 141 Newport Ave (02916)

Dates: June 21, 2024-July 7, 2024

 

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Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

 

 

Lawson

 

 

Rego

 

 

Sousa

 

 

Rodericks

 

 

 

12.  Sunday & Holiday

Applicant: Keith Lambert

Business: New England Novelty

Location: 1235 Wampanoag Trail (02915)

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

 

 

Lawson

 

 

Rego

 

 

Sousa

 

 

Rodericks

 

 

 

13.  60 Day Hawker

Applicant: Keith Lambert

Business: New England Novelty

Location: 1235 Wampanoag Trail (02915)

Dates: June 21, 2024-July 7, 2024

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

 

 

Lawson

 

 

Rego

 

 

Sousa

 

 

Rodericks

 

 

 

 

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D.    PUBLIC HEARING- Video

1.      Outdoor Liquor License – Class B

Applicant: Sharon McCarthy

Business: The 133 Club

Address: 29 Warren Ave (02914)

 

-          Motion to approve made by Councilman Fogarty. Motion seconded by Councilman Lawson. Motion passes 5-0.

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

 

2.      Outdoor Dance & Entertainment License

Applicant: Sharon McCarthy

Business: The 133 Club

Address: 29 Warren Ave (02914)

 

-          Motion to approve made by Councilman Lawson. Motion seconded by Councilwoman Sousa. Motion passes 5-0.

 

            Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

 

 

IX.       COMMUNICATIONS- Video

            Any person who submits a communication to the Council and wishes to speak on it must indicate this in writing no later than 4:00 p.m. the Thursday prior to the next regularly scheduled Council meeting.  A person who lists more than one topic on their communication will be allowed to speak on the first one listed.

 

1.      Nancy Hale School Zone Speed Cameras

2.      Mayor DaSilva Community Center & Oldham School

 

 

 

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-          Mayor DaSilva approaches the podium and expresses his desire to build a new recreation center for the community and his desire to transform the Oldham School into a satellite recreational facility.

 

X.        PUBLIC COMMENT Video

            All persons wishing to make public comment shall sign a public comment sheet stating their name, address and the subject of their comments.  Each speaker will be limited to three (3) minutes.  The order of speakers will be on a first come, first serve basis and the maximum time for public comment shall by limited to thirty (30) minutes per meeting.

 

-          Councilwoman Sousa speaks on technical issues at previous council meeting and municipal training in neighborhoods.

-          Connie Crowshaw, 4 Miriam Street, speaks about the gas lines on Miriam Street.

-          Candy Seal, 1340 South Broadway, speaks in support for two resolutions.

-          Nancy Hail, 889 Bullocks Point Ave, speaks on sustainability issues.

-          Linda McEntee, 134 Terrace Avenue, speaks on Crescent Park.

-          Chrissy Rossi, 87 Shore Road, speaks on Oldham recreation center.

-          Tara Rego, owner of Little Scholars Preschool in Rumford, speaks on the flooding issue at Little Scholars Preschool.

-          Bill Kio, 21 Harbor Avenue, speaks on Rumford Rescue.

-          Warless Blanchard speaks on Rumford Rescue.

-          Heather speaks on Rumford Rescue.

-          Julia Dempsey speaks in opposition to the Oldham recreation center.

 

XI.       APPOINTMENTS - none

 

XII.     COUNCIL MEMBERS Video

  1. Request for update on lights for Riverside Middle School Recreation Field Project-discuss- Councilman Lawson Video

 

-          Erik Skadberg, city engineer, gives an update on the field project. Skadberg anticipates that the field will be open to the public next spring.

 

  1. Request for latest update from architect on Clam Shack project at Crescent Park – Councilman Lawson

 

-          The director states that they’ve done test pits and they’re now working with CRMC.

 

  1. Request for update on Beach Raking project at Crescent Park – Councilman Lawson

 

-          DPW Director states that they would like to start scheduling the Beach Raking project regularly.

 

 

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  1. Request for update on Willett Pond upgrade project – discuss – Councilman Lawson

 

-          DPW Director states that additional work still needs to be done. Since benches have not been ordered yet, they will put benches from another park there temporarily.

 

 

  1. Update from Veterans Advisory Committee – discuss – Councilman Lawson

 

-          Councilman Lawson states that they had an awesome parade and thanks Anna and Brian for providing the float for veterans with mobility issues.

-          On Thursday, June 6, they are having their next veterans get together at Crook Point Brewery at 6:00 PM. It is also the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

 

6.      Update on Wampanoag trail Abandoned property Nursing Home/rehab center100 Wampanoag Trail Map 408, Block 10, Parcel 024-00 – discuss – Councilman Fogarty 

 

-          The director states that it’s currently going through receivership and there is a current bidder. The current idea is to use that lot for housing.

-          Councilman Fogarty states that the upkeep of the property is not up to an acceptable standard.

 

7.       Discussion of accountability to contact RI Energy for identifying and removing rotted utility poles. Possible temporary position to identify and compile list(s)of all of our crippling utility poles around the city with follow up on removal dates – discussion - Councilman Fogarty

 

-          DPW Director states that it is a combination of either Rhode Island energy, Verizon, or Cox who owns the pole, which makes the situation more complex.

-          A new pole with an old pole attached to it takes months for all of the utilities to transfer their utility off a pole.

 

8.      Inquiry regarding timeline for South Broadway underground utilities and repaving estimates – discuss – Councilman Fogarty

 

-          DPW Director states that they are out to bid for the cleaning aligning project, the bid opening date is in the next few weeks, and that they intend on awarding that project to the lowest bidder.

-          Councilman Fogarty’s idea is that while the bridge is out, widen South Broadway to have both lanes going north towards the highway and to have no parking on the right.

 

 

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9.      Discussion regarding the bridge demolition impact on timeline on state roads scheduled to start paving in 2026 – discuss – Councilman Fogarty 

 

-          Councilman Fogarty states that director Alviti said that they were getting Pawtucket Avenue done in 2026.

-          Mayor DaSilva states that Willard Avenue and Veterans Memorial Parkway are on the schedule to get paid.

 

10.  Request for sidewalks on Pawtucket Ave done in concrete as previously discussed in coordination with our State Paving, Ensuring All handicap entrances and exits are quality for our wheelchairs, bicycles, walkers, and our signage is visible and appealing

-discuss – Councilman Fogarty

11.  Request for a monthly update from Architect/Contractor on the Kent Field Project – discuss - Councilman Fogarty

 

-          DPW Director states that they meet with the contractor regularly every Thursday morning and that they’ve made significant progress on the back portion of the property.

 

12.  Request of inspection Silver Spring Golf Course to ensure maintenance on Pawtucket Ave sidewalk/street – discuss – Councilman Fogarty

 

-          Council President Rodericks states that Silver Spring Golf Course and Mobile Exxon have not yet reached an agreement regarding the lease.

 

13.  Request for copies of grant applications and awards to Community Center- discuss – Council Vice President Rego

 

-          The director states that they have the documents prepared for the Council.

 

14.  Restaurant Week review – discuss – Council Vice President Rego

 

15.  Paving update timeline and no parking status for Martin Street – discuss – Councilman Fogarty

 

-          DPW Director states that there is no specific schedule for Martin Street. He states that it is on the list to be paved and that it will be paved this year.

16.  Paving timeline update- Cornell Street- announcement – Council Vice President Rego

 

-          DPW Director states that Cornell Street will be paved before the end of the paving season.

 

17.  Recommendation to the Planning Board for waiving outdoor dining fee – discussion only – Council President Rodericks & Vice President Rego

 

 

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  1. Discussion of converting the former Oldham School into the city's recreation center – Councilman Lawson

 

-          Councilman Lawson states that there is a resolution regarding the new construction of a recreation center.

 

  1. Carousel upgrades; window maintenance and museum project– discuss – Councilman Lawson

 

-          Councilman Lawson requests that the Council starts looking into an RFP to get the rotten wood fixed.

-          Councilman Lawson states that there is a desire to build a carousel Museum.

 

  1. Ward 4 Town Hall at Riverside Library June 8th   announcement – Councilman Lawson

 

21.  Formal request for a stop sign east and West bound on Crescent View Ave at the bike path crossing – discuss – Councilman Lawson

 

-          DPW Director discussed with the engineering department, and they do not recommend putting a stop sign at this location. Currently, it is signaled with flashing yellow for vehicles to yield to bikers and bikers are required to stop at the intersection.

 

22.  Glenlyon Field Fence Resolution No. 74 review – discuss – Council Vice President Rego

                   

-          Since part of the fence will be on private property, they have to enter an agreement with the property owners. The property owners haven’t signed the property deal yet.

 

23.  Activity and paving of Miriam Street and Rhode Island Energy – discuss – Council Vice President Rego

 

24.  Update on lights on walking path at Glenlyon Field – discuss – Council Vice President Rego

 

-          DPW director states that the lights have been ordered for Glenlyon Field. However, they don’t have an estimated delivery date. He also states that they intend on installing the lights themselves with city staff.

-          Regarding the walking path, DPW director states that they have some work to do internally with the highway division to repair some larger broken sections of pavement before the paving contractor can come in. They also hope to have them mobilized in the next three to four weeks.

 

25.  Request for stop sign at Bishop and Tyron Avenue – discuss – Council Vice President Rego

 

-          Vice President Rego states that more people and children exit St. Margaret’s on the Bishop Avenue sign and that there is concern of cars speeding by the school.

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-          DPW director states that he spoke with the city engineer and states that a stop sign exists on Tryon at Ferris. He does not recommend a stop sign on Ferris because the number of vehicles do not meet the minimum requirement for a stop sign.

 

26.  Discuss drainage and upkeep on Bishop, Newport and Ferris Avenue – discuss – Council Vice President Rego

 

-          Council Vice-President Rego states that Bishop and Ferris Avenue have bumps and mini sink holes. He also states that Chaffee Street continues to flood.

 

27.  Discuss Little Scholars Preschool flooding issues – discuss – Council Vice President Rego

 

 

XIII.    PUBLIC HEARINGS – Ordinance for first and final passage and second passage - For discussion and possible vote- Video

 

1.      Ordinance Of The Council Of The City Of East Providence Appropriating Funds For The Full-Time Operation Of A Fourth Rescue

 

-          The Chief states that they have a full-time forth rescue for 42 hours a week, Monday through Thursday 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM and Fridays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

-          The Chief is concerned with finding the funding for the new positions.

-          The Chief states that this change will put him in a $500,000 deficit.

 

-          Motion to approve made by Council Vice-President Rego. Motion seconded by Councilman Lawson.

 

Sponsor: Council Vice President Rego

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

 

 

Lawson

 

 

Rego

 

 

Sousa

 

 

Rodericks

 

 

 

 

XIV.    CONTINUED BUSINESS Video

1.      Standing Item - Discuss impact of Washington Bridge closure in the City of East Providence – City Council

 

-          Councilman Lawson states that the state is allocating $3 million in relief to business owners.

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XV.     NEW BUSINESS Video

 

A.    MAYOR COMMUNICATIONS

            Chief of Staff; Patricia Resende.  

1.      June Proclamations Older Adults Month, Azores Day, PRIDE Month, Immigrant Heritage Month, Gun Violence Awareness Day, Day of Portugal, Juneteenth

 

-          Director reads proclamation.

 

2.      Community Center Discussion

3.      Oldham School Discussion

4.      April 2024 Finance Reports

B.     REPORTS OF OTHER CITY OFFICIALS  

1.      Solicitors Report

A.    Richard E. Kirby vs. City of East Providence et. al.

C.A. No. PC-2019-6124- Report of Final Settlement Terms and Mutual Release

 

-          All of the settlement documents were signed. The settlement was for $750,000 - $400,000 was paid by the city directly, and $350,000 was paid by the interlocal trust. Everyone signed the release within the last two weeks. The case is officially over.

 

                  2.   Handicap Parking Sign (by Director of Public Works Dan Borges)

                        104 Fifth Street

 

-          Motion to approve made by Councilwoman Sousa. Motion seconded by Councilman Lawson. Motion passes 5-0.     

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

 

C.    REPORT OF SCHOOL COMMITTEE LIAISON-Councilman Lawson

1.      Congratulations to the Class of 2024

2.      Graduation East Providence public schools

3.      Upcoming school budget

 

-          Councilman Lawson states that the budget will probably be $200,000 less than last year.

 

 

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D.    RESOLUTIONS - For discussion and possible vote

 

1.      Resolution Requesting To Name The Baseball Field At Glenlyon Field "The Bob Long Baseball Diamond"

 

-          Motion to approve made by Council Vice-President Rego. Motion seconded by Councilman Lawson. Motion passes 5-0.

 

Sponsor: Council Vice President Rego

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

 

 

2.      Resolution In Support Of 2024—H7658 And 2024—S2968 Relating To

Motor And Other Vehicles—Size, Weight And Load Limits—Weight

Restrictions On Route 114A East Providence

 

-          Motion to approve made by Council Vice-President Rego. Motion seconded by Councilman Lawson. Motion passes 5-0.

 

Sponsor: Council Vice President Rego

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

 

3.      Resolution Amending Resolution No. 107 Adopted April 2, 2024 to Reflect a Change in the Vendor for the Purchase of a Roll Off Truck for the Department of Public Works Highway Division.

 

-          Motion to approve made by Council Vice-President Rego. Motion seconded by Councilwoman Sousa. Motion passes 5-0.

 

Sponsor: Council President Rodericks & Council Vice President Rego

 

 

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Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

 

4.      Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to Enter Into a Contract With Ti-Sales for the Furnishing and Delivery of Water Meters

 

-          Motion to approve made by Councilman Fogarty. Motion seconded by Councilman Lawson. Motion passes 5-0.

 

      Sponsor: Council President Rodericks

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

 

5.      Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to Enter Into a Contract with Hydro Utilities LLC for the Water Meter Installation Project

 

-          Motion to approve made by Councilman Fogarty. Motion seconded by Councilman Lawson. Motion passes 5-0.

 

            Sponsor: Council President Rodericks

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

 

6.      Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to Enter into a Contract with O’Brien & Sons for the Installation of a Splash Pad at Providence Avenue Park

 

-          Motion to approve made by Councilman Lawson. Motion seconded by Councilman Fogarty. Motion passes 5-0.

 

Sponsor: Council President Rodericks

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Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

 

7.      Resolution In Support Of An Ordinance Appropriating Funds For The Full-Time Operation Of A Fourth Rescue Video

 

-          Motion to approve made by Council Vice-President Rego. Motion seconded by Councilwoman Lawson. Motion passes 5-0.

 

Sponsor: Council Vice President Rego

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

 

 

8.      Resolution Requesting the Former Oldham School Building be the Site of the New Recreation Center and That All ARPA Funds Allocated Towards A Recreation Center be Moved to the Oldham School Building Site

 

-          Motion to approve made by Councilman Lawson. Motion seconded by Councilwoman Lawson. Motion passes 3-2.

 

Sponsor: Councilman Lawson

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

 

X

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

 

X

 

9.      Resolution in Support of 2024—S2011 Entitled "Joint Resolution Making an Appropriation of Approximately $30,000,000 to Rhode Island's Public​ Schools for Safety and Security Improvements"

 

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-          Motion to approve made by Councilwoman Sousa. Motion seconded by Councilman Lawson. Motion passes 5-0.

 

Sponsor: Councilwoman Sousa

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

 

10.  Resolution Authorizing The Mayor To Enter Into A Contract With JR & Sons Construction, Inc For The Installation Of An Asphalt Parking Lot And Perimeter Berm For The Willett Avenue Pond Parking Area

 

-          Motion to approve made by Councilwoman Sousa. Motion seconded by Councilman Lawson. Motion passes 5-0.

 

Sponsor: Council President Rodericks

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

 

11.  Resolution Authorizing The Mayor To Enter Into A Contract With JR & Sons Construction Inc For The Installation Of An Asphalt Parking Lot At Bold Point Park

 

-          Motion to approve made by Councilwoman Sousa. Motion seconded by Councilman Lawson. Motion passes 5-0.

 

Sponsor: Council President Rodericks

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

 

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E.     INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES - For discussion and possible vote-

 

1.      No parking in select locations on Commercial Way

Summary: Sec 18-307

 

-          Motion to approve made by Council President Rodericks. Motion seconded by Councilwoman Sousa. Motion passes 5-0.

 

Sponsor: Council President Rodericks

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

 

2.      Ordinance Amending Ord. Chapter 911 Reallocating and Reappropriating up to $3,000,000 formerly allocated toward a Community Recreation Center toward the former Oldham School Building for needed upgrades

 

-          Motion to approve made by Councilman Lawson. Motion seconded by Council Vice-President Rego. Motion passes 5-0.

 

Sponsor: Councilman Lawson

 

Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

 

 

XVII.  ADJOURNMENT

 

-          Motion to approve made by Councilwoman Sousa. Motion seconded by Council President Rodericks. Motion passes 5-0.

 

 

 

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Member

Aye

Nay

Fogarty

X

 

Lawson

X

 

Rego

X

 

Sousa

X

 

Rodericks

X

 

 

Approved by Council: June 25, 2024

Attest: ___________________________

           City Clerk

 

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