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CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE
DOCKET-REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
January 6, 2026
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 J. Marcello
City Clerk, Andreza (Andy) Skipworth
I. CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call
Fogarty X Lawson X Rego X Sousa A Rodericks X
II. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The City Council of East Providence may meet in Executive Session,
pursuant to RIGL §42-46-5 (a)(2)
1. Discussion and possible vote on proposed Settlement Agreement. Mansion House Trust and Pawtucket House Trust vs. Sarah Frew, in her capacity as Tax Assessor for the City of East Providence, RI C.A. No. PC-2024-006490
Executive session was moved to the end of the meeting
MOTION TO MOVE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
| Member | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | Motion | |
| Lawson | X | |
| Rego | Seconded | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
MOTION RECONVENE INTO REGULAR SESSION
| Member | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | Seconded | |
| Lawson | Motion | |
| Rego | X | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
MOTION TO SEAL EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES
| Member | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | X | |
| Lawson | Motion | |
| Rego | Seconded | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
III. SALUTE TO THE FLAG
IV. PROCLAMATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
1. East Providence Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. Director of Planning Keith Brynes: Mr. Brynes mentioned…..The presentation has been moved to the January 20, 2026 meeting.
V. CONSENT CALENDAR - For discussion and possible vote
A. COUNCIL JOURNALS:
1. Regular Meeting 12/2/2025
B. LETTERS
1. 218 Second Street, E. Providence, RI, 02914, Map 017, Block 08, Parcel 003.10
2. 245 Campbell Avenue, Rumford, RI 02916, Map 302, Block 02, Parcel 001.00
3. 46 Irving Avenue, E. Providence, RI, 02914, Map 305, block 16, Parcel 015.00
4. 79 Sherman Street, Riverside, RI 02915, Map 412, Block 31, Parcel 003.10
| YEAR | | AMOUNT |
| | | |
| 2019 | | $3,843.58 |
| 2023 | | $391.12 |
| 2025 | | $32,731.56 |
| TOTAL | | $36,966.26 |
Councilman Lawson made motion for the complete consent calendar.
| Member | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | Seconded | |
| Lawson | Motion | |
| Rego | X | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
VI. LICENSES - For discussion and possible vote
A. NON-PUBLIC HEARING
1. Type of Business: New Business, Victualing, Gas Station
Applicant: Aditya Dhandhania
Business Name: Sav Store 970LLC dba Total Market
Owner’s Location: 970 Willett Avenue, East Providence
2. Type of Business: New Business, Victualing
Applicant: Ernest Watson
Business Name: Crook Point Brewing Company
Owner’s Location: 120 Waterfront Drive, East Providence
3. Type of Business: New Business, Transfer, Restaurant
Applicant: Boulis Yani
Previous Business Name: Townies Feel Good Food
Proposed Business Name: Kelly Pizza
Owner’s Location: 324 Waterman Avenue, East Providence
B. Motion to bundle licenses C1- C3
| Aye | Nay | |
| Fogarty | Seconded | |
| Lawson | Motion | |
| Rego | X | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
C. Motion to approve licenses C1 – C3
| Aye | Nay | |
| Fogarty | Seconded | |
| Lawson | Motion | |
| Rego | X | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
D. PUBLIC HEARING - NONE
VII. COMMUNICATIONS
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.
XIII. PUBLIC COMMENT
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.
Sam Archer, John Harris, S Tomplans, Libby Merrill, S Shoppell all spoke in favor of the bike/pedestrian mater plan.
IX. APPOINTMENTS - NONE
X. COUNCIL MEMBERS
1. Request to remove road diets on Willett Ave. Councilman Lawson
Councilman Lawson suggested that Willett Avenue should be returned to a 2-lane road and to get rid of the diets.
2. Request for update on Oldham Project. Councilman Lawson
Andre Herrera stated the administration had a company come in to do a feasible study. The results of that study informed the City the possibilities of what the space can be used for and the most economical way to use it without an additional cost to the city. Currently completing a RFQ to solicit possible vendors for leasing purposes.
3. Kimberly Ann Rock Field /Rumford Little League. Council Vice President Rego
Michael Fisher, President of Rumford Little League, Coach requested facilities for physically disabled residents as well as changing the current baseball field to a softball field
4. Final Revenue for FY 2025. Council Vice President Rego
5. Target dates on purchasing TANS. Council Vice President Rego
XI. PUBLIC HEARINGS – Ordinance for first and final passage and second passage - For discussion and possible vote - NONE
XII. CONTINUED BUSINESS - NONE
XIII. NEW BUSINESS
A. MAYOR COMMUNICATIONS – Director of Policy & Constituent Services, Andre Herrera
1. Appointment/Reappointment requiring Council Confirmation
· NONE
2. Appointment/Reappointment not requiring Council Confirmation
· Reappointment of Maria Luci Stoddard to the East Providence Housing Authority for a (5) year term effective 12/21/2025
· Reappointment of Elaine Gonsalves to the East Providence Housing Authority for a (5) year term effective 3/15/2025
3. Items for announcement/discussion
· Executive Order Establishing the City of East Providence Semiquincentennial Commission to Commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence
· Proclamation Recognizing U.S. Army Veteran Louis M. Falaguerra for His Service in Japan (1946-1948) and Lifelong Dedication to the City of East Providence
· Proclamation Honoring Director Diane Sullivan Upon Her Retirement After 40 Years of Dedicated Service to the City of East Providence
· Announcing the appointment of Rebecca Chase as Director of Recreation
B. REPORTS OF OTHER CITY OFFICIALS
C. REPORT OF SCHOOL COMMITTEE LIAISON - NONE
D. RESOLUTIONS - For discussion and possible vote
1. Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Service Contract with Otis Elevator Company for Upgrades to the Elevator at Weaver Library. Introduced by Council President Rodericks
| Member | | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | Seconded | | |
| Lawson | Motion | | |
| Rego | Seconded | | |
| Sousa | A | | |
| Rodericks | X | | |
2. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a police mutual aid agreement between the City of East Providence, Rhode Island and the Town of Seekonk, Massachusetts. Introduced by Council President Rodericks, Council Vice President Rego
| Member | | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | Seconded | | |
| Lawson | Motion | | |
| Rego | Seconded | | |
| Sousa | A | | |
| Rodericks | X | | |
3. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with C.B. Utility company for the Sabin Point Stormwater quality improvement retrofit project. Introduced by Council President Rodericks
| Member | | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | X | | |
| Lawson | Motion | | |
| Rego | Seconded | | |
| Sousa | A | | |
| Rodericks | X | | |
4. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to purchase two replacement heavy-duty trucks for the Department of Public Works. Introduced by Council President Rodericks
| Member | | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | X | | |
| Lawson | Motion | | |
| Rego | Seconded | | |
| Sousa | A | | |
| Rodericks | X | | |
E. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES - For discussion and possible vote
NONE
XVII. ADJOURNMENT
| Member | | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | X | | |
| Lawson | Motion | | |
| Rego | Seconded | | |
| Sousa | A | | |
| Rodericks | X | | |
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