City Council, February 6, 1991.
A regular session of the City Council is held Wednesday, February 6, 1991, at eight o’clock p.m. All the members are present except Councilmen Calista and Rabbitt and President Houle presides.
THE COUNCIL RECESSES IMMEDIATELY TO CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FOLLOWING:
VICTUALLING HOUSE (FIRST CLASS)
Jan Companies d/b/a Burger King, at 91 Cedar Street.
THE COUNCIL RECONVENES AT EIGHT FORTY TWO O’CLOCK P.M.
COUNCILMAN RABBITT ARRIVES DURING PUBLIC HEARING ON BURGER KING.
The reading of the records of January 23, 1991, is dispensed with and the records are approved as prepared by the Clerk.
Upon Motion made by Councilman Barry, seconded by Councilman Kinder the *Consent Agenda is approved on a unanimous voice vote.
THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATIONS ARE READ AND ORDERED FILED:
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN BARRY.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Barry, seconded by Councilman Kinder, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Roger F. Giraud, Executive Director, Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency, to express the Council’s strong support for the proposal by the Pawtucket Citizens Development Cooperation to develop affordable residential units on Parcel RV-R-81, and requests that the Redevelopment Board take quick action on the proposal.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN RABBITT.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Rabbitt, seconded by Councilman William Lynch, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Louis Simon, Acting Director of Public Works, requesting that he and Frank Rendine, Director of Zoning and Code Enforcement, close off the Rights-of-way to city property on the Industrial Highway, as outlined in the letter from Roger Giraud. He is also being requested to work with Carol Schraeder to come up with a plan to beautify this area of the City.
A response is requested in time for the meeting of February 20, 1991.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN RABBITT.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Rabbitt, seconded by Councilman William Lynch, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Carol Schraeder, Keep Pawtucket Beautiful, asking her to work with Lou Simon, Acting Director of Public Works, for a plan to beautify the section of the Industrial Highway as outlined in the letter from Roger Giraud.
A report is requested in time for the February 20, 1991, meeting of the City Council.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN RABBITT.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Rabbitt, seconded by Councilman William Lynch, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Frank Rendine, Director of Zoning and Code Enforcement, regarding the letter from Roger Giraud, instructing him to inspect the properties on the Industrial Highway. A report is requested in time for February 20, 1991, meeting, listing the results of those inspections, including any citations which are given out.
The Council is also asking that Mr. Rendine work with Lou Simon to close off the Rights-of-way to these properties, as outlined in the letter.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN BARRY.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilman Barry submits the following entitled communication:
Upon Motion made by Councilman Barry, seconded by Councilman Kinder, the following communication is READ AND ORDERED FILED:
Communication from Mayor Brian J. Sarault, to Raymond W. Houle, Jr., President of the Pawtucket City Council. (Resolution from the United States Conference of Mayors)
The following resolution is approved, for content, on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
Resolution from the United States Conference of Mayors opposing President Bush’s plan to cut aid to cities and towns.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN BARRY.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Barry, seconded by Councilman Kinder, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Senator Claiborne Pell, and Senator John Chafee, and Representative John F. Reed, and Representative Ronald Machtley, informing them of the Council’s unanimous support for the resolution from the United States Conference of Mayors, opposing President Bush’s plan to cut aid to cities and towns.
COUNCILMEN BARRY AND ROBERT LYNCH LEAVE THE CITY CHAMBER AT 8:59
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN KINDER.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilman Kinder submits the following communication:
Upon Motion made by Councilman Kinder, seconded by Councilman Vieira, the following communication is Read and Ordered Filed.
Communication from Louis S. Simon, Acting Director of Public Works, to City Council, submitting curbing assessments in the amount of $11,515.00 for confirmation.
The following curbing assessments are confirmed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
Curbing assessments in the amount of $11,515.00.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN KINDER.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilman Kinder submits the following communication:
Communication from Christine N. Tague, Finance Director, submitting the Resolution and recommendation from Fleet National Bank to award the Pawtucket State-Aid Anticipation Notes, to Shawmut Bank.
STATE-AID ANTICIPATION NOTES
Shawmut Bank $12,800,000
With majority consent of the Council, the following communication submitted by Councilman Kinder, seconded by Councilman Robert Lynch, is READ AND ORDERED FILED:
STATE-AID ANTICIPATION NOTES
Shawmut Bank $12,800,000
Upon Motion made by Councilman Kinder, seconded by Councilman Robert Lynch, the following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
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| AMOUNT | RATE | PREMIUM |
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| Shawmut Bank | $2,000,000 | 4.91% | $ 25 |
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| 4,000,000 | 4.99% | 50 |
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| 6,800,000 | 5.09% | 150 |
Communication from Mayor Brian J. Sarault, submitting the following appointment to the Water Supply Board FOR CONFIRMATION:
John A. Fram, 93 Glen Meadows Drive. Term expires the first Monday in January 1995 is Read and Ordered Filed.
The following nomination submitted by His Honor, Mayor Brian J. Sarault, for confirmation, is confirmed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieila.
Noes - 0
WATER SUPPLY BOARD
John A. Fram, 93 Glen Meadows Drive. Term expires the first Monday in January 1995.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN RABBITT.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilman Rabbitt submits the following entitled communication:
Upon Motion made by Councilman Rabbitt, seconded by Councilman Kinder, the following communication is READ AND ORDERED FILED:
Communication from Mayor Brian J. Sarault, to Raymond W. Houle, Jr., President of the Pawtucket City Council. (Parks Commission)
Petition for Auto Repair Shop License and Second Hand Shop License, of Garcia’s Auto Sales Inc. (100% transfer of stockholders) at 192 Pine Street, Tax Assessor’s Plat 53, Lot 174, to keep a shop for the purpose of purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically USED automobiles and REPAIRING used automobiles, which was advertised for a hearing at this time, is taken up: LIC #133 & 114
Speaking in favor is Luis Gomez, 192 Pine Street, Pawtucket, RI.
Mr. Gomez states that this is the same operation, but new owners.
Speaking in favor is Robin Perez, 108 Ontario Street, Providence, Rhode Island, son of applicant.
Mr. Perez states that the he and his brother will run the business as it is being run row.
There are no other speakers.
The hearing is closed.
Upon Motion made by Councilman Vieira, seconded by Councilman Barry, the following petition is GRANTED WITH THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS on a unanimous voice vote:
*STIPULATIONS
1. Keep the Establishment Clean.
2. All Taxes must be paid in compliance with the signed agreement with the Department of Collections.
Petition for Auto Repair Shop License and Second Hand Shop License, of Garcia’s Auto Sales Inc. (100% transfer of stockholders) at 192 Pine Street, Tax Assessor’s Plat 53, Lot 174. LIC #133 & #114
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN WILLIAM LYNCH.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilman William Lynch submits the following entitled communication:
Upon Motion made by Councilman William Lynch, seconded by Councilman Doyle, the following communication is READ AND ORDERED FILED:
Communication from Fred E. Joslyn, Jr., City Solicitor, to Richard J. Goldstein, Clerk of the Council. (Taxes - Banking crisis and Military call-up)
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN WILLIAM LYNCH.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman William Lynch, seconded by Councilman Doyle, is passed on unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Fred E. Joslyn, Jr., City Solicitor, regarding the Mayor’s request for the Council to provide some property tax relief for people who are impacted either by the Persian Gulf War or the Credit Union crisis.
Councilman Lynch would like to know first, if the City is authorized to grant property tax relief for these people; and second, if it is, what are the exact procedures that must be followed to provide such relief.
COUNCILMAN BARRY AND ROBERT LYNCH LEAVES AT 8:59 PM.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN RABBITT.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilman Rabbitt introduces the following entitled resolution:
Upon Motion made by Councilman Rabbitt, seconded by Councilman William Lynch, the following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Doyle, Kinder, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
COUNCILMAN BARRY AND ROBERT LYNCH RETURNS AT 9:05 PM.
The following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
The following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
The following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
Submitted by: James E. Doyle, Councilman District Two
The following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
Submitted by: William D. Vieira, Sr., Councilman District Six
The following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
The following ordinances are vetoed by Mayor Brian J. Sarault:
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN DOYLE.
With majority consent of the Council, upon Motion made by Councilman Doyle seconded by Councilman Rabbitt, the Veto of Mayor Brian J. Sarault regarding the following Ordinances, is OVERRIDDEN on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
Ordinance in Amendment of Chapter 991 of the Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket Entitled "The Traffic Ordinance." (4-Way Stop Signs --- Perrin Avenue and Carter Avenue);
Ordinance in Amendment of Chapter 991 of the Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket Entitled "The Traffic Ordinance." (4-Way Stop Signs --- Pond Street and Brewster Street.); and
Ordinance in Amendment of Chapter 991 of the Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket Entitled "The Traffic Ordinance." (4-Way Stop Signs -- Bloomfield Street and Liberty Street.)
The following Ordinance is read for the first time and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Robert Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
ABSTAIN - COUNCILMEN BARRY, DOYLE, KINDER AND WILLIAM LYNCH.
THE FOLLOWING LICENSE WAS LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD JANUARY 23, 1991, AND IS AGAIN TAKEN UP AND IS GRANTED WITH THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
*STIPULATIONS
1. License must be renewed in June, 1991.
2. Drive thru window shall be closed.
VICTUALLING HOUSE (FIRST CLASS) RENEWAL
Jan Companies d/b/a Burger King, at 91 Cedar Street, LIC #91
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN BARRY.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Barry, seconded by Councilmen Kinder and Vieira, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Kenneth Kovack, Division of Food Protection, to ask that the Department of Health check the area around the Burger King, located at 91 Cedar Street, Pawtucket, RI, for any health hazards. This requests comes in light of several complaints of odors and grease residue which is emitted from the Burger King.
*THE FOLLOWING LICENSES ARE GRANTED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
ENTERTAINMENT
Holy Spirit Society of Saint Anthony’s Church for license to conduct Folk Dance Festival, in Church Hall, 27 Forest Avenue, on Saturday February 9, 1991, from 6:00 p.m. until 3:00 a.m. LIC #641
FLOWER PEDDLER LICENSE (RENEWAL)
Daniel Allen, Res: 30 Main Street, Cumberland, RI, LIC #795 Renata Sczuroski, Res: 862 River Avenue, Providence, RI, LIC #773
MOBILE FOOD VENDORS
Frances Buzzerio, 23 Harrison Street, Pawtucket, RI, LIC #3
POOL TABLE (RENEWAL)
Swallow Club, 21 & 25 Kenyon Avenue, (1) Weekdays and Sundays. LIC #27
SUNDAY SALES (FIRST CLASS)
Maxi Drug Inc d/b/a Douglas Drug, at 727 East Avenue, Pawtucket, RI. #182
Upon Motion made by Councilman Barry, seconded by Councilman Kinder, to elect John A. Mutter, Municipal Court Judge is passed on the following roll call vote:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
JOHN A. MUTTER IS ELECTED MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE.
*CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS:
Sean Amaral & Murya Reyes - No amount specified
Sallyann Peters - $121.14
John J. Racine, Jr. - $10,866.44
Bob Wilson - $859.00/875.00
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE APPROVED FOR PAYMENT ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
Claim of Frederick Polseno, in the amount of $358.06
Claim of Central Falls Plate & Window, in the amount of $534.00
Claim of Lillian M. Choches, in the amount of $399.75
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE TAKEN UNDER ADVISEMENT AND REFERRED TO THE LEGAL DEPARTMENT:
Claim of Cheryl Balshaw, by Attorney Paul J. Dias in the amount of $13,278.28
Claim of Sandra Nary, by Attorney Stephen M. Rappoport, in no amount specified.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS THE FOLLOWING CLAIM FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY IS DENIED AND REFERRED TO THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT:
Claim of Debra Giglio/Jennifer Giglio, by Attorney Christine McBurney, in the amount of $50,000.00
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE DENIED:
Claim of Ocean State Physicians Health Plan, Inc., by Attorney Donald D. Page, in no amount specified. Claim of Doreen Palardy, in the amount of $51.00
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN KINDER.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Kinder, seconded by Councilman Vieira, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Roger F. Giraud, Director of Planning and Development, to ask for an update on the parking plans for the Municipal Parking Lot on Roosevelt Avenue. Councilman Kinder is concerned about the lack of parking for people who are doing business in City Hall.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN RABBITT.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Rabbitt, seconded by Councilman Barry, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Louis S. Simon, Acting Director of Public Works, asking that he and Peter Granieri, City Engineers, set up a meeting with Paul Sams, BVSDC, for the week of February 11, 1991, to discuss state funding for sewer system repairs and to set up a program to begin making such repairs.
Councilman Rabbitt requests that this program begin with the Darlington Section of Pawtucket because it has the smallest and oldest pipes.
A report is requested in time for the meeting of February 20, 1991.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN BARRY.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Barry, seconded by Councilman Rabbitt, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Christine N. Tague, Finance Director, inviting her to a pre-council meeting of the Pawtucket City Council, on February 20, 1991, to discuss the fiscal crisis afflicting the City of Pawtucket, especially with the new state budget cuts.
The Council is also inviting Mayor Sarault, if he should desire to appear, and anyone else who would be helpful to the discussion.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN DOYLE.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Doyle, seconded by Councilman Rabbitt, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to John Ward, Sr., Comic Book Store, 75 Central Avenue, requesting that he attend a pre-council session of the City Council on Wednesday, February 20, 1991, to discuss the neighborhood complaints.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN VIEIRA.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Vieira, seconded by Councilman Barry, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Roger F. Giraud, Executive Director of the Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency, requesting that he inform the Agency and Frank Rendine, Director of Zoning and Code Enforcement, of a problem on Redevelopment Agency property in the Mosshasuck Valley from debris being thrown there by AMTRAK. Councilman Vieira noted that there are railroad ties and other debris all over this property. Councilman Vieira would like action taken to clean up said property.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN VIEIRA.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Vieira, seconded by Councilman Barry is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Pawtucket Power Associates, requesting that a representative of the Company attend a pre-council session on Wednesday February 20, 1991, to discuss complaints Councilman Vieira has received from the neighbors in the vicinity of his facility concerning noise and other matters.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN VIEIRA.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Vieira, seconded by Councilman Barry, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to James H. Higgins, Public Safety Director, regarding an incident with occurred on Tuesday, February 5, 1991, at the Pawtucket Power Associates co-generation facility on Colfax Street. This incident required a response from both the police and the fire departments.
The Council would like copies of the reports from both departments on the incident in time for the meeting of February 20, 1991.
Upon Motion made by Councilman Barry, seconded by Councilman Vieira, the meeting is adjourned at nine fifty five o’clock p.m.