March 20, 1991 - Regular City Council Session

City Council, March 20, 1991.

A regular session of the City Council is held Wednesday, March 20, 1991, at eight forty six o’clock p.m. All the members are present and President Houle presides.

THE COUNCIL RECESSES IMMEDIATELY TO CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FOLLOWING:

Ordinance in Amendment of Chapter 1097 of the Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket and Chapter 31 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, 1966, Entitled "Zoning." (Japonica Street)

THE COUNCIL RECONVENES AT EIGHT FIFTY NINE O’CLOCK P.M.

Petition for Auto Repair Shop License and Second Hand Shop License, of Agency Rent-A-Car, Inc., at 65 East Street, Tax Assessor’s Plat 6, Lot 617, to keep a shop for the purpose of purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically used automobiles and repairing same, which was advertised for a hearing at this time, is taken up: LIC #139 &119

Speaking in favor is John J. Finan, Jr., 24 Spring Street, Attorney for the applicant.

Mr. Finan states that he and Mr. Topalian own the land, Plat 6, Lot 617. The land is zoned commercial and is leased to Agency Rent-A-Car.

Agency will sell the cars that they own, and there will be no repairing at the site, or storage of junk cars.

Speaking in favor is John Gillie, 30000 Aurora Road, Solon, Ohio.

Mr. Cillie states that they operate Agency Rent-A-Car Centers in 38 States. The cars are mostly insurance replacement rentals. He has been in Rhode Island since 1978, located in two cities, for renting only. There are no other sites for selling cars. The hours will be Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm; Friday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm; Saturday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm; closed Sundays.

Mr. Cillie states that repair and body work will be done off site. The only work will be washing, changing hubcaps, and light work only.

Speaking in opposition is Robert McCorry, 574 Central Avenue, Attorney, representing Joseph McKenna, an abutter.

Attorney McCorry asks Mr. Cillie about the signage.

Mr. Cillie states that it will be done within city guidelines.

There will be an on-site Manager.

Neighbors should contact the local Manager if there are problems.

No auto parts will be sold.

There are no other speakers.

The Hearina is closed.

Upon Motion made by Councilman William Lynch, seconded by Councilman Calista and Doyle, the following petition is GRANTED with the following stipulation on a unanimous voice vote:

*STIPULATION.

No Auto Body and heavy repair work shall be done on the premises.

Petition for Auto Repair Shop License and Second Hand Shop License, of Agency Rent-A-Car, Inc., at 65 East Street, Tax Assessor’s Plat 6, Lot 617, to keep a shop for the purpose of purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically used automobiles and repairing same: LIC #139 &119

THE COUNCIL RECESSES AT NINE EIGHTEEN O’CLOCK P.M. TO CONDUCT THE PUBLIC INPUT PERIOD.

THE COUNCIL RECONVENES AT NINE THIRTY FIVE O’CLOCK P.M.

The reading of the records of March 6, 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 CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN WILLIAM LYNCH.

With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilman William Lynch, seconded by Councilman Calista, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:

The Ordinance Committee is requested to review the P.A.R.E. Program Ordinance.

THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATIONS ARE READ AND ORDERED FILED:

061      A.        Communication from Christine N. Tague, Finance Director, to Members of the Pawtucket City Council. (Fiscal period from July 1, 1990, through January 31, 1991)

614      C.        Communication from Louis S. Simon, Acting Director of Public Works, to Richard J. Goldstein, Clerk of the Council. (Breakdown - Maintenance Cost - Doggett Field)

1          F.         Communication from Richard E. DeLyon, Commander of Police, to Councilman John Barry, III. (No Thru Trucking)

623      G.        Communication from Martin E. Joyce, Jr., Personnel Director, to Councilman James E. Doyle. (Labor Supervisor II employees in the Public Works Department)

028      H.        Communication from Councilman William J. Lynch, to John A. Parmelee, C.P.A., Parmellee, Bacon & Edge. (City of Pawtucket Audit: June 30, 1990)

613      I.          Communication from Fred E. Joslyn, Jr., City Solicitor, to Richard J. Goldstein, Clerk of the Council. (Transfer of Dennis M. Lynch Arena from the City of Pawtucket to Pawtucket School Department)

613      **J.      Communication from Fred E. Joslyn, Jr., City Solicitor, to Richard J. Goldstein, Clerk of the Council. (Sewer Back-up August, 1990/Darlington District)

592      K.        Communication from Roger F. Giraud, Director of Planning and Development, to Pawtucket City Council. (Division of Zoning & Code Enforcement: Monthly Reports)

592      L.         Communication from Roger F. Giraud, Director of Planning and Development, to Gloria Ann Grzebien and Patricia Arden. (BVE Easement/Parking)

**TAKEN OF CONSENT AGENDA FOR COMMENTS ONLY, NO OTHER ACTION TAKEN.

614      B.         Communication from Louis S. Simon, Acting Director of Public Works, to Richard J. Goldstein, Clerk of the Council. (Councilman Rabbitt’s Request - Letter Save-The-Park) is Read and Ordered Filed.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN RABBITT.

With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Rabbitt, seconded by Councilman Calista is passed on a unanimous voice vote:

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Louis S. Simon, Acting Director of Public Works, regarding a question raised by Gloria Grzebien from Save the Park, during the Public Input Period. Specifically, when will be the leaves which are being piled in Slater Park be removed, and also when will the sand that was placed at Friendship Gardens be removed. questions.

D.        Communication from Paul King, President of Pawtucket Fraternal Order of Police, to Councilman William J. Lynch. (Police Officer Michael DaMoranville) is Read and Ordered Filed.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN WILLIAM LYNCH.

With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman William Lynch, seconded by Councilman Kinder, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:

Councilman William Lynch is requesting the Finance Committee to look into the matter of Officer Michael DaMoranville to determine if anything can be done for him and his family.

President Houle states that the situation has already been taken care of by the Administration.

614      E.         Communication from Louis S. Simon, Acting Director of Public Works, to Councilman Kevin Rabbitt. (Darlington sewer Backflow problems) is Read and Ordered Filed.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN RABBITT.

With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Rabbitt, seconded by Councilman Kinder, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Louis S. Simon, Acting Director of Public Works, concerning the Darlington sewer backflow problems. Councilman Rabbitt would like to know who is doing the study; is it the City or Beta Engineering Company. Also, he would like a status report on connecting our sewer lines with East Providence.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN KINDER.

With majority consent of the Council, Councilman Kinder introduces the following entitled communication:

590      Communication from Mayor Brian J. Sarault, to the City Council. (Discussion of last year’s budget)

Upon Motion made by Councilman Kinder, seconded by Councilman Barry, the following communication is Read and Ordered filed:

Communication from Mayor Brian J. Sarault, to the City Council. (Discussion of last year’s budget)

PRESIDENT RAYMOND W. HOULE, JR., READS THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATION FROM MAYOR BRIAN J. SARAULT INTO THE RECORD.

March 20, 1991

To The City Council:

Over the course of the last several weeks, there has been much discussion of last year’s budget and an apparent difference of one million dollars between the proposed and final budgets. As you know, the issues surrounding the budget and city finances are very complex. Unfortunately, there has been some miscommunication through the media and I wanted to take this opportunity to clarify the situation so that our positions are fully understood.

When this administration went before the Council in May, we felt there were three areas that had a negative impact on the budget and required us to put forth a higher rate. Those were the School Department deficit, state aid cutbacks and reduction in the collection rate percentage due to the regional economic conditions.

Looking back, there may have been a lack of communication on both our parts about the collection rate problem coupled with a lack of clear understanding on the part of the Council as to how changes in the actual rate would impact the collection rate. Nevertheless, it is clear that the million dollars in question is not "missing." It was not buried or hidden. It is quite clearly in the budget in the form of the $800,000 loss as a result of the decline in the collection rate from 73.5% to 72.5% and the $200,000 revenue surplus.

Obviously, the loss of millions in state aid together with late payments from the state have made our budget situation difficult this year. Since the state aid situation is not likely to improve in the near future, some steps should be taken to avoid any future misunderstandings or communication difficulties.

With that in mind, I would suggest that closer cooperation between the Finance Department and the Finance Committee of the City Council could help us avoid any such problems in the future. By working closely on these and other financial matters, there’s no doubt in my mind that we can adequately address any questions that arise throughout the process. I hope you will consider and act on this suggestion as soon as possible.

It’s been a difficult time and I appreciate your cooperation in working with me to bring our city through this period of state economic distress. I am confident that by continuing to work together to confront these problems, we can protect the taxpayers of our city from any substantial new burdens imposed on us by the state.

Sincerely,

Brian J. Sarault Mayor

589      Communication from His Honor Mayor Brian J. Sarault, submitting the following re-appointment as a Member of the Board of Canvassers, FOR CONFIRMATION:

Edward Medeiros, 66 Lauder Street, Pawtucket, RI. Term expires the first Monday in March, 1997 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, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

BOARD OF CANVASSERS

Edward Medeiros, 66 Lauder Street, Pawtucket, RI. Term expires the first Monday in March, 1997.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN BARRY.

With majority consent of the Council, Councilman Barry introduces the following entitled communication:

590      Communication from Mayor Brian J. Sarault, to Council President Raymond W. Houle, Jr. (Committee on Regionalization appointments)

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 Council President Raymond W. Houle, Jr. (Committee on Regionalization appointments)

THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD MARCH 6, 1991, AND IS AGAIN TAKEN UP AND IS PASSED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Kinder, Robert Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

Abstain - Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle and William Lynch.

588      Resolution Requesting Governor Sundlun to Support, and the General Assembly to approve, Legislation to Establish a Statewide, Voter Approved Tax Cap Referendum.

THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD MARCH 6, 1991, AND IS AGAIN TAKEN UP AND IS PASSED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

Abstain - Councilmembers Robert Lynch and William Lynch.

588      Resolution Requesting Governor Sundlun to Implement a Reduction in State Mandated Education Programs that do not have 100% State Funding.

The following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

032      Resolution Accepting the Care of Burial Lots of Geannine Hoffer.

The following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

588      Resolution Thanking Judge Antonio S. Almeida for Public Service to the Community.

The following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

588      Resolution in Support of 91-H6141 "A Joint Resolution making an appropriation of $15,000 for the Pawtucket Public Library."

The following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

588      Resolution in Support of 91-H6144 "A Joint Resolution Making an Appropriation of $200,000 for the Pawtucket Public Works Department" (Maintenance of parks and recreational facilities)

The following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

588      Resolution in Support of 91-H6529 "An Act Relating to Weapons."

Submitted by: Councilman James E. Doyle, District Two

The following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

588      Resolution to Freeze the Worker’s Compensation Rate.

The following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

588      Resolution to Waive Interest Payments of Taxes.

Submitted by:   Councilman John J. Barry, III, District Four.

The following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

588      Resolution Urging the General Assembly to Support Passage of 91-H5484 "An Act to Require the State Department of Education to Submit a Written Management Report on Public Elementary and Secondary Education in the State of Rhode Island."

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN WILLIAM LYNCH.

With majority consent of the Council, Councilman William Lynch introduces the following entitled resolution:

588      Resolution Urging all Interested Families to Participate in the Children’s Crusade and to Attend the Introductory Meeting on April 11, 1991, at Jenks Junior High School.

Submitted by:   Councilman William J. Lynch, District One.

Upon Motion made by Councilman William Lynch, seconded by Councilman Barry, the following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

Resolution Urging all Interested Families to Participate in the Children’s Crusade and to Attend the Introductory Meeting on April 11, 1991, at Jenks Junior High School.

Submitted by:   Councilman William J. Lynch, District One.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN WILLIAM LYNCH.

With majority consent of the Council, Councilman William Lynch introduces the following entitled resolution:

588      Resolution requesting the City of Pawtucket and the Pawtucket School Department to challenge the constitutionality of the recently implemented state cut in educational aid.

Upon Motion made by Councilman William Lynch, seconded by Councilman Kinder, the following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

Resolution requesting the City of Pawtucket and the Pawtucket School Department to challenge the constitutionality of the recently implemented state cut in educational aid.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN WILLIAM LYNCH.

With majority consent of the Council, Councilman William Lynch introduces the following entitled communication:

028      Communication from Councilman William Lynch, to All Councilmen. (Legal Challenge to State Cut in Education Aid)

Upon Motion made by Councilman William Lynch, seconded by Councilman Kinder, the following communication is Read and Ordered Filed:

Communication from Councilman William Lynch, to All Councilmen. (Legal Challenge to State Cut in Education Aid)

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN CALISTA.

With majority consent of the Council, Councilman Calista introduces the following entitled resolution:

588      Resolution Congratulating St. Raphael Academy’s Boys Indoor Track Team for Winning the State Championship.

Submitted by:   Mayor Brian J. Sarault

John Q. Calista, Jr., Councilman At-Large

Upon Motion made by Councilman Calista, seconded by Councilman Rabbitt, the following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

Resolution Congratulating St. Raphael Academy’s Boys Indoor Track Team for Winning the State Championship.

Submitted by:   Mayor Brian J. Sarault

John Q. Calista, Jr., Councilman At-Large

OTHE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN BARRY.

With majority consent of the Council, Councilman Barry [illegible]

Resolution Urging the Development of Affordable Housing Units in the City of Pawtucket.

Upon Motion made by Councilman Barry, seconded by Councilmen Kinder and Calista, the following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

588      Resolution Urging the Development of Affordable Housing Units in the City of Pawtucket.

The following ordinance is read for the second time and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

330     CH 2182 Ordinance in Amendment of Chapter 1097 of the Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket, Further Identified as Chapter 31 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket. (Zoning Map Page 43B Replacement)

The following ordinance is read for the second time and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

330     CH 2181 Ordinance in Amendment of Chapter 2170 of the Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket Establishing a Fee Schedule for Building, Electrical, and Plumbing Permits. (Valuation Table)

The following ordinance is read for the first time and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

Ordinance to Regulate Parking of Motor Vehicles on the Highways of the City of Pawtucket During Snow Storm Emergency and Repeal Section 19--32 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket Entitled "Same - Winter Months".

Submitted by:   Council President Raymond W. Houle, Jr. District Fifth

COUNCILMAN BARRY LEAVES COUNCIL CHAMBER AT 10:28 PM.

The following ordinance is read for the first time and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch and Vieira.

Noes - 0

Abstain - Councilman Rabbitt

Ordinance Authorizing the City of Pawtucket to Issue Bonds and Notes in the Sum of Five-Hundred Thousand ($500,000) Dollars Providing for Repairing, Constructing and Reconstructing of Streets and Sidewalks in the City of Pawtucket.

The following ordinance is read for the first time and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch and Vieira.

Noes - 0

Abstain - Councilman Rabbitt

Ordinance Authorizing the City of Pawtucket to Issue Bonds and Notes in the Sum of Five-Hundred Thousand ($500,000) Dollars Providing for Improvements to Basic Education Program Standards in Existing Educational Facilities, Buildings and Playgrounds.

The following ordinance is read for the first time and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch and Vieira.

Noes - 0

ABSTAIN - COUNCILMAN RABBITT

Ordinance Authorizing the City of Pawtucket to Issue Bonds and Notes in the sum of Five-Hundred Thousand ($500,000) Dollars Providing for the Reconstruction and Replacement of Equipment in Existing School Buildings in the City of Pawtucket.

The following ordinance is read for the first time and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch and Vieira.

Noes - 0

Abstain - Councilman Rabbitt

Ordinance Authorizing the City of Pawtucket to Issue Bonds and Notes in the Sum of Five-Hundred Thousand ($500,000) Dollars Providing for Repair and Replacement to Bridges in the City of Pawtucket

The following ordinance is read for the first time and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch and Vieira.

Noes - 0

Abstain - Councilman Rabbitt

Ordinance Authorizing the City of Pawtucket to Issue Bonds and Notes in the Sum of Two-Hundred Fifty Thousand ($250,000) Dollars Providing for Rehabilitating and Improving Existing Recreational Facilities in the City of Pawtucket.

UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE IS READ FOR THE FIRST TIME AS AMENDED, AND PASSED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

Ordinance to Prohibit the Open Exhibition of Certain Video Cassette Recordings in Establishments Engaged in the Businesses of Video Cassette Recordings.

Submitted by:   Councilman Kevin J. Rabbitt, District Three.

THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE IS READ FOR THE FIRST TIME AND IS LAID ON THE TABLE ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:

Ordinance in Amendment of Chapter 1097 of the Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket and Chapter 31 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, 1966, Entitled "Zoning." (Japonica Street)

THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE IS READ FOR THE FIRST TIME AND IS LAID ON THE TABLE ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:

Ordinance in Amendment of Chapter 2173 of the Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket Entitled "An Ordinance Establishing a Pay Plan for the City of Pawtucket". (Zoo Curator)

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN DOYLE.

With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Doyle, seconded by Councilman Kinder, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Martin E. Joyce, Director of Personnel, requesting the number of people that have been hired by the City since January 1, 1991, specifically, their names, dates of hire, positions and salaries.

A respond to this letter is requested in time for the Meeting of April 10, 1991.

THE FOLLOWING LICENSE WAS TAKEN UNDER ADVISEMENT AT THE MEETING HELD JANUARY 9, 1991, AND IS AGAIN TAKEN UP AND IS APPROVED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:

Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Calista, Robert Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

Abstain - Councilmembers Doyle, Kinder and William Lynch.

VICTUALLING HOUSE (FIRST CLASS) NEW

Delaney Columbus Club, 87 North Bend Street, Pawtucket, RI LIC#240

COUNCILMAN BARRY RETURNS TO THE COUNCIL CHAMBER AT 10:47 PM.

THE FOLLOWING PETITION FOR AN ENTERTAINMENT LICENSE IS TAKEN UP:

Southern New England District of the Assembly of God Church, for license to conduct Church Revival Services, on Wed June 5 thru Sat June 8, Wed June 12 thru Sat June 15, 1991, from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM or 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Slater Park LIC#649M

Speaking in favor is Reverend Charles Cabral, 297 Columbia Street, Fall River, MA.

Reverend Charles Cabral states that there are three reasons for tent Meetings:

1.         Make people aware of Church.

2.         Meet the people of Pawtucket.

3.         Discuss programs - youth outreach, moral building of children, and spiritual uplifting of adults.

He states that he does not know how many people will attend. He would like to have tents in the three areas for guest speakers and youth ministry.

Reverend Cabral states that the time would be from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm or 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

He also would like the tent near the Newport Avenue entrance. There will be no fee and no collections.

Upon Motion made by Councilman Calista, seconded by Councilman Rabbitt, the following petition for an Entertainment License is Laid on the Table on a unanimous voice vote:

Southern New England District of the Assembly of God Church, for license to conduct Church Revival Services, on Wed June 5 thru Sat June 8, Wed June 12 thru Sat June 15, 1991, from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM or 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Slater Park LIC #649M

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN CALISTA.

With majority consent of the Council, Councilman Calista introduces the following entitled communication:

028      Communication from Rev. Joe Green, Secretary, Rhode Island Section, Gospel Temple, to City Council. (Rev. Charles Cabral)

Upon Motion made by Councilman Calista, seconded by Councilman Rabbitt, the following communication is Read and Ordered Filed:

Communication from Rev. Joe Green, Secretary, Rhode Island Section, Gospel Temple, to City Council. (Rev. Charles Cabral)

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN CALISTA.

With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Calista, seconded by Councilman Rabbitt, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to James Kulczycki, Director of Parks, to ask that he speak to Reverend Charles Cabral, regarding his request to have tents set up for revival meetings at Slater Park in June.

Councilman Calista would like his comments, and to come up with alternative sites in the Park, if it is appropriate.

*THE FOLLOWING LICENSES ARE GRANTED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:

MOBILE FOOD VENDORS (NEW)

Paul P. Pasela, 191 Robinson Avenue, LIC #59

SUNDAY SALES LICENSES (FIRST CLASS) ALL RENEWALS

Ann Mary Street CVS Inc., 40 Ann Mary Street, LIC #8

Brook’s Drug Inc. d/b/a Brooks Health & Beauty Aids #33, 1177 Central Avenue, LIC #12

Brooks Drug Inc. d/b/a Brooks Pharmacy #24, 501 Smithfield Avenue #13

Brooks Drug Inc. d/b/a Brooks Pharmacy #31, 150 Mineral Spring Avenue, LIC #14

James H. & Mark J. Chute d/b/a Dunkin Donuts, 109 East Street, LIC #21 ABSTAIN COUNCILMAN WILLIAM LYNCH.

Melville Corp. d/b/a CVS Pharmacy, 601 Smithfield Avenue, LIC #49

Newport Avenue Donuts Inc., 81 Newport Avenue, LIC #53

Newport Avenue Donuts Inc., Satellite, 188 Newport Avenue, LIC #54

One Ten Inc. d/b/a Dunkin Donuts, 403 Broadway, LIC #55

ABSTAIN COUNCILMAN WILLIAM LYNCH

Pawtucket CVS Inc., 295 Armistice Boulevard, LIC #56

Manuel R. Vasquez d/b/a Sam’s Market, 339 Weeden Street and 341 Lonsdale Avenue, LIC #70

SUNDAY SALES (FIRST CLASS LIMITED) ALL RENEWALS

Michelina Marotti d/b/a Marotti’s Market, 62 Prospect Street, LIC #77

SUNDAY SALES (SECOND CLASS) ALL RENEWALS

Adams Furniture Company Inc., 65 East Avenue, LIC #82

Lorraine Mill Outlet, 593 Mineral Spring Avenue, LIC #108

Maria J. Neto & Maria M. Neves d/b/a LeSoleil, 589 Armistice Boulevard, LIC #115

Luz Inez Rubio & Amparo S. Rubio d/b/a Rubio’s, 181 Pawtucket Avenue, LIC #130

Kenneth Varone d/b/a American Shoe Polishing Parlor, 45 Broad Street, LIC #134

SUNDAY SALES (FIFTH CLASS PEDDLERS) RENEWALS

Geraldine Teixeira Res: 54 Paul Street, LIC #160

Manuel Teixeira Res: 54 Paul Street, LIC #161

Mary Teixeira Res: 54 Paul Street, LIC #162

SUNDAY SALES (FIFTH CLASS PEDDLERS) NEW

Paul P. Pasela, 191 Robinson Avenue, Pawt, RI, LIC #89

Renata Sczuroski, 862 River Avenue, Prov, RI, LIC #90

*THE FOLLOWING BOND IS APPROVED, SURETY NAMED IS ACCEPTED:

PRIVATE DETECTIVE

Mark A. Palazio, surety Peerless Insurance Company.

*CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS:

Helen T. Conway - $1,423.94/1,570.64

Domingas Duarte - $75,000.00

Trent Manning - $250,000.00

Omer LeTellier - $80.00

Louis Parente - $647.00/687.00

Kenneth Parrillo - No amount specified

Lawrence A. Williams - $1,427.89

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN RABBITT.

With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Rabbitt, seconded by Councilman Calista, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Jim Gilligan, Chairman of Pawtucket School Committee, requesting that he schedule a public hearing to allow parents to discuss the new busing policy which is scheduled to begin on April 1, 1991. The Council believes that a public hearing is scheduled for the April, 9, 1991, but feels that it is unproductive to have it after the program has already begun.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN RABBITT.

With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilman Rabbitt, seconded by Councilman Kinder, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Louis S. Simon, Acting Director of Public Works, requesting that he respond to a letter from Save the Park dated February 11, 1991, to the City Council.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN RABBITT.

With majority consent of the Council, Councilman Rabbitt introduces the following entitled communication:

126      Communication from Save the Park, to Councilman Kevin Rabbitt. (Permission to hang bird boxes in the Friendship Gardens)

Upon Motion made by Councilman Rabbitt, seconded by Councilman Calista, the following communication is Read and Ordered Filed:

Communication from Save the Park, to Councilman Kevin Rabbitt. (Permission to hang bird boxes in the Friendship Gardens)

Upon Motion made by Councilman Kinder, seconded by Councilman Barry, the meeting is adjourned at ten fifty three o’clock p.m.

March 20, 1991 - Regular City Council Session
Published by ClerkBase
©2026 by Clerkbase. No Claim to Original Government Works.