CITY OF NEWPORT
MEETING
MAY 8, 2024
(Approved 6/12/24)
The following items of business, filed with the City Clerk under the Rules of the Council came before the Council at a meeting held at 6:30 pm in the City Council Chambers, 43 Broadway, Newport, RI 02840
The CITY CLERK called the role and the following members were present:
| XAY KHAMSYVORAVONG | ANGELA LIMA |
| LYNN UNDERWOOD CEGLIE | DAVID CARLIN |
| JEANNE MARIE NAPOLITANO | MARK ARAMLI |
| CHARLIE HOLDER | |
Certificates of Recognition - Contribution to the Southern Aquidneck Island Overnight Warming Center Hub project - The Dr. Martin Luther King Center, Heather Strout and staff, CODAC Behavioral Health Care, Jenn Adams and staff, Newport County Mental Health and their RI Outreach Team, Jennifer Barrera, RI Coalition to End Homelessness, The Rev. Fr. Kevin Beesley, St. John the Evangelist Church, Newport Prevention Coalition, Hakim Coggins and staff, Turning Around Ministries RI, Cheryl Robinson and staff, Newport Housing Hotline, Barbara Winters and staff, Rev. Della Wagner Wells, Emmanuel Church, Carmela Geer, Aquidneck Island Volunteer Alliance, Officer Frank Pirri, Newport Police Department, Lori Turner, Community Outreach Department, the Town of Middletown, RI, Chief James Peplau, the Town of Middletown Fire Department,
Certificate of recognition- Kelly McKenna recipient of this year’s Rhode Island Library Association’s Outstanding Paraprofessional of the Year Award
Fire Chief, Harp Donnelly, addressed the Council to recognize those involved with the warming center.
Certificate of recognition- Kelly McKenna recipient of this year’s Rhode Island Library Association’s Outstanding Paraprofessional of the Year Award
COUNCILOR CARLIN presented the certificate to Kelly McKenna.
Certificates of Recognition of City Staff who received RI APA awards, The Excellent Plan Award was given to:
· Patricia Reynolds, Planning Director
· Tuuli Martin, City Planner
· Melissa Pattavina, Planning Board Vice Chair
· Josh O’Neill, Supervising Planner with the RI Division of Statewide Planning
· Roberta Groch, Assistant Chief with the RI Division of Statewide Planning
MAYOR KHAMSYVORAVONG recognized the members of the Planning Department and RI Division of Statewide Planning.
Acknowledge the Residents Advisory Committee for their time and effort in supporting the development of the Transportation Master Plan, including:
Madeline Leddy, Bari Freeman, Kevin Michaud, David O’Brien, Phyllis Mulligan, John Gobis, Johanna Vietry, David Kane, Lilly Dick, Marco Camacho, Maureen Cronin, Paul Opperman, Paul Marshall, Ray Gomes, Sherman Pines, Susan Taylor, Carmela Geer, Tyler Bernadyn, Brenda Knight and Miyah Brooks
MAYOR KHAMSYVORAVONG recognized those involved in the Residents Advisory Committee.
Citizens’ Forum:
COUNCILOR CEGLIE opened the public hearing. James Nolan, Interim Finance Director, addressed the Council to answer questions regarding the budget.
COUNCILOR CEGLIE moved to close the public hearing and approve. Seconded by COUNCILOR NAPOLITANO and VOTED UNANIMOUSLY.
a. Ordinance Appropriating Revenues (First Reading)
COUNCILOR CEGLIE moved to approve the ordinance on first reading. Seconded by COUNCILOR NAPOLITANO and voted 6-1 with COUNCILOR CARLIN opposed.
b. Personnel Ordinance (First Reading)
COUNCILOR CEGLIE moved to approve the ordinance on first reading. Seconded by COUNCILOR NAPOLITANO and voted 6-1 with COUNCILOR CARLIN opposed.
c. Amending Chapter 13.12, entitled, "Sewer Service Charge" to amend Section 13.12.010, entitled, "Basic Charge" (First Reading)
COUNCILOR CEGLIE moved to approve the ordinance on first reading. Seconded by COUNCILOR NAPOLITANO and voted 6-1 with COUNCILOR CARLIN opposed.
COUNCILOR CEGLIE moved to approve the ordinance on first reading. Seconded by COUNCILOR NAPOLITANO and VOTED UNANIMOUSLY.
a. Minutes of Council meeting held April 10, 2024, and minutes of workshops held April 23 & 24, 2024 (Approve)
b. Special Events:
REMOVED 1. Newport Classical, d/b/a Newport Classical Community Concert Series, Miantomomi Park; May 19, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
COUNCILOR LIMA moved to amend the application to move the event to the Great Friends Meeting House. Seconded by COUNCILOR CEGLIE and VOTED UNANIMOUSLY. COUNCILOR CEGLIE moved to approve the application as amended. Seconded by COUNCILOR NAPOLITANO and VOTED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. Emmanuel Church, d/b/a Swing Into Spring with Emmanuel Church featuring the Larry Brown Swinglane Orchestra, Emannuel Church; May 19, 2024 from 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
3. Leah Kossak, d/b/a Donner Climate Lecture, Salve Regina University; May 22, 2024 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
4. Elk’s Lodge, d/b/a Flea Market, 141 Pelham St.; May 25, June 29 & July 20 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
5. Newport Historical Society, d/b/a A Name, A Voice, A Life Exhibition Opening, 82 Touro St.; May 29, 2024 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
6. Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce, d/b/a Women in Business Luncheon, Marble House; May 30, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
7. The Bermuda Race Foundation, d/b/a The Newport Bermuda Race 2024, Fort Adams State Park; June 21, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
8. Stephanie McLennan, d/b/a Clagett Sailing, Fort Adams at Alofsin State Pier, June 25-30, 2024 from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
REMOVED 9. Newport Contemporary Ballet, d/b/a Newport Dance Festival, Great Friends Meeting House; July 15-21, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
COUNCILOR LIMA recused.
COUNCILOR CEGLIE moved to approve the license. Seconded by COUNCILOR NAPOLITANO and VOTED UNANIMOUSLY.
REMOVED 10. Conexion Latina, Newport, d/b/a RILA Teatro en El Verano-RILA Summer Theater, Great Friends Meeting House; July 29, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
MAYOR KHAMSYVORAVONG recused.
COUNCILOR CEGLIE moved to approve the license. Seconded by COUNCILOR NAPOLITANO and VOTED UNANIMOUSLY.
11. Gray Matter Marketing, d/b/a Newport Octoberfest, Fort Adams State Park; September 28, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
12. Gray Matter Marketing, d/b/a Pell Bridge Run, Gateway Center; October 20, 2024, from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
c. Holiday Selling License, Renewal, Springline Coffee, LLC, d/b/a Springline Coffee, LLC, 33 Bannisters Wharf
d. Wastehauler License, Renewals:
1. Fraziers Disposal Service, Inc., 168 Ridgewood Rd., Middletown, RI
2. A-1 Roofing & Construction, LLC, 1133 West Main Rd., Middletown, RI
REMOVED e. Communication from Melissa Daley, Motor Carrier Clerk, R.I. Division of Public Utilities & Carriers, re: Notice of Public Hearing May 9, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.- Application of Comedy Bus, LLC for a Jitney License to provide tours in Newport (Receive)
COUNCILOR CEGLIE moved to receive the communication. Seconded by COUNCILOR NAPOLITANO who informed the Council the hearing has been cancelled. The motion to receive was VOTED UNANIMOUSLY.
REMOVED f. Communication from Charles Roberts, re: Requesting the City Council reconsider the request to close Washington Square for the Juneteenth special event (Receive)
COUNCILOR CEGLIE moved to receive the communication. Seconded by COUNCILOR NAPOLITANO. Charles Roberts addressed the Council regarding the road closure. Discussion occurred among the Council and Captain Naylor, Newport Police Department. COUNCILOR CEGLIE moved to refer the street closure request to the city administration for a recommendation. Seconded by COUNCILOR NAPOLITANO and VOTED UNANIMOUSLY.
COUNCILOR CEGLIE moved to approve the Consent Calendar in its entirety except items b(1), b(9), b(10), e and f. Seconded by COUNCILOR NAPOLITANO and VOTED UNANIMOUSLY.
3. Debbie Bailey, d/b/a Broadway Street Fair, 1-100 Broadway, Washington Sq. and 21 Farewell St.; October 12, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Street Closure Request- Broadway and Washington Sq.
COUNCILOR CEGLIE moved to approve the license. Seconded by COUNCILOR NAPOLITANO and VOTED UNANIMOUSLY.
4. Victualing License, New, Newport Community School, d/b/a Community Cookery, 18 Market Square
COUNCILOR CEGLIE moved to approve the license. Seconded by COUNCILOR NAPOLITANO and VOTED UNANIMOUSLY.
5. Street Café License, Renewal, Humming Bird, LLC, d/b/a Humming Bird, A Taste of the Caribbean, 104 Broadway
COUNCILOR CEGLIE moved to approve the license. Seconded by COUNCILOR NAPOLITANO and VOTED UNANIMOUSLY.
6. 2024 Annual Entertainment License Renewals (list attached)
COUNCILOR CEGLIE moved to approve the licenses. Seconded by COUNCILOR NAPOLITANO and VOTED UNANIMOUSLY.
Council Liaison Updates
8. Opposing the Comedy Bus tour- J. Napolitano, D.Carlin
COUNCILOR NAPOLITANO moved to withdraw the resolution and stated she will bring back a different version. Seconded by COUNCILOR CEGLIE and VOTED UNANIMOUSLY.
9. Aquidneck Grower’s Market agreement- D. Carlin
COUNCILOR CARLIN moved to withdraw the resolution. Seconded by COUNCILOR CEGLIE and VOTED UNANIMOUSLY.
10. Amending Chapter 12.28.100 of the Codified Ordinances, entitled, “City piers and docks” and Chapter 12.28.200 entitled, “Fees and Fines” (Second Reading)
MAYOR KHAMSYVORAVONG moved to adopt the ordinance on second reading. Seconded by COUNCILOR NAPOLITANO and VOTED UNANIMOUSLY.
11. Council Priorities Dashboard
12. Action Item #6275/24 – RE: Supplemental Agreement #8 – RFP#19-007/18-CLG-3 – Newport City Hall Condition Assessment/Easton’s Beach Assessment (w/accompanying resolution)
MAYOR KHAMSYVORAVONG moved to receive the communication and adopt the accompanying resolution. Seconded by COUNCILOR CEGLIE and VOTED UNANIMOUSLY.
13. Action Item #6276/24 – RE: Perrotti Park Project Professional Services, Supplemental Agreement (w/accompanying resolution)
COUNCILOR CEGLIE moved to adjourn as Council and convene as Board of License Commissioners. Seconded by COUNCILOR NAPOLITANO and VOTED UNANIMOUSLY.
1. Class F-1 Daily Liquor License, Emmanuel Church, d/b/a Swing Into Spring with Emmanuel Church featuring the Larry Brown Swinglane Orchestra, Emannuel Church; May 19, 2024, from 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
2. Class F Daily Liquor License, Stephanie McLennan, d/b/a Clagett Sailing, Fort Adams at Alofsin State Pier, June 26-30, 2024 from 3:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
3. Class F Daily Liquor License, Gray Matter Marketing and Fort Adams Trust, d/b/a Newport Octoberfest, Fort Adams State Park; September 28, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
4. Communication from Colin Kane, Nautilus Restaurant, LLC, d/b/a Scales & Shells, 527 Thames St., holder of a Class BV alcoholic beverage license, re: Notification that Lower Thames Holdings, LLC has acquired a 49% interest in the LLC (Receive and make part of licensees file)
COMMISSIONER CEGLIE moved to approve the Consent Calendar in its entirety. Seconded by COMMISSIONER CARLIN and VOTED UNANIMOUSLY.
Adjourn- 7:50 p.m.
Laura C. Swistak, CMC
City Clerk
Entertainment Licenses by Class
Class A and B
DBA Owner Licensed Premises Restrictions
Belle Mer Belle Mer, Inc. located at 2 Goat Island Outdoor entertainment allowed with amplification
until 11:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and to
midnight Friday's, Saturday's and Sunday's
preceding a Monday holiday.
Class A Indoors
DBA Owner Licensed Premises Restrictions
Wayfinder Hotel, Newport North Hotel located at 151 Admiral Kalbfus NO OUTSIDE ENTERTAINMENT OR
The Property LLC Road AMPLIFICATION.
Class THTR
DBA Owner Licensed Premises Restrictions
Firehouse Theater Firehouse Theater, Inc. located at 4 Equality Park Place Capacity for theater to be maximum of 80
persons