May 8, 1991 - Regular City Council Session

City Council, May 8, 1991.

A regular session of the City Council is held Wednesday, May 8, 1991, at eight three o’clock p.m. All the members are present except Councilman Rabbitt and President Houle presides.

THE COUNCIL RECESSES IMMEDIATELY TO CONDUCT A PRE-COUNCIL ON THE FOLLOWING:

ENTERTAINMENT LICENSE:

Pawtucket Fireworks Committee, for license to conduct Carnival, at McCoy Stadium Parking Lot, on May 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 1991. LIC #M701

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

The reading of the records of April 24, 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:

592      B.         Communication from Roger F. Giraud, Director of Planning and Development, to Pawtucket City Council. (Slater Park)

126      C.        Memorandum from William D. Mulholland, Director of Recreation, to Richard J. Goldstein, Clerk of the Council. (Summer performances in Slater Park)

028      D.        Communication from Councilman William J. Lynch, to Jack Rahill, Finance Director. (Revenue Generated by the Pawtucket Accident Reduction Enforcement Program)

028      E.         Communication from Councilman William J. Lynch, to Fred E. Joslyn, Jr., City Solicitor. (City of Pawtucket PARE Program)

614      **F.     Communication from Louis S. Simon, Acting Director of Public Works, to Richard J. Goldstein, Clerk of the Council. (Response to the numerous requests from Councilmen)

613      G.        Communication from Fred E. Joslyn, Jr., City Solicitor, to Richard J. Goldstein, Clerk of the Council. (Pauline C. Burgess v. City of Pawtucket)

126      H.        Communication from James E. Kulczycki, Jr., Director of Parks, to Richard J. Goldstein, Clerk of the Council. (Employees employed on weekends)

028      I.          Memorandum from Richard J. Goldstein, Clerk of the Council, to City Council. (Rehabilitation Loan Program)

028      J.          Letter from Carolyn Mauricio, to the City Council. (Objection to the Carnival License)

592      **K.    Communication from Roger F. Giraud, Director of Planning and Development, to President Raymond W. Houle, Jr. (Division of Zoning and Code Enforcement: Monthly Report)

028      **L.     Memorandum from Richard J. Goldstein, Clerk of the Council, to City Council. (Division of Zoning and Code Enforcement: Monthly Report)

592      M. Communication from Roger F. Giraud, Secretary of Planning Commission, to City Council. (Amended Capital Improvement Program 1992-1996)

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

COUNCILMAN RABBITT ARRIVES AT 8:09 PM.

592      A.        Communication from Roger F. Giraud, Director of Planning and Development, to Councilman Kevin J. Rabbitt. (Rhode Island Watershed Watch) 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 Roger F. Giraud, Director of Planning and Development, requesting that he send a letter to all the groups mentioned in the letter on the Watershed Watch, who may be potential volunteer sources, to determine if they are indeed interested in participating.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN DOYLE.

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

Communication from Martin E. Joyce, Jr., Director of Personnel to Councilman James Doyle. (Letter dated 4/25/91 requesting information on the former Welfare Director & finance Director)

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

Communication from Martin E. Joyce, Jr., Director of Personnel to Councilman James Doyle. (Letter dated 4/25/91 requesting information to the former Welfare Director & Finance Director)

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN DOYLE.

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

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Martin E. Joyce, Director of Personnel, demanding the information which was requested two weeks ago regarding Lucille Force and Christine Tague.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN BARRY.

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

592      Communication from Roger F. Giraud, Director of Planning and Development to Raymond W. Houle, Jr., President Pawtucket City Council. (Proposed Improvements to Slater Park)

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

Communication from Roger F. Giraud, Director of Planning and Development to Raymond W. Houle, Jr., President Pawtucket City Council. (Proposed Improvements to Slater Park)

THE CLERK IS INSTRUCTED TO ADVERTISED FOR A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THURSDAY MAY 16, 1991, AT 5:00 PM.

597      Petition opposing the one way traffic change, Magnolia Street, (between Broadway and Sabin Street) is Read and Ordered Filed and Referred to Mike Burns, Traffic Engineer.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN DOYLE.

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

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Mike Burns, Traffic Department, requesting that the one-way sign on Magnolia Street be removed.

Opening of Sealed Bids for FY 1991-92-93 City Audit, is taken up:

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN BARRY.

With majority consent of the Council, Councilman Barry asks that the bids submitted and opened for the audit of the financial records of the City of Pawtucket, for the fiscal years 1991, 1992, 1993, be referred to the Finance Director and Finance Committee.

Upon Motion made by Councilman Barry, seconded by Councilman Kinder, the following bids are referred to the Finance Director and Finance Committee for evaluation and recommendation:

 

1991

1992

1993

Hague & Sahady

$21,600

27,500

29,000

Parmelee Bacon Edge

$33,000

33,000

33,000

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 Martin E. Joyce, Jr., Director of Personnel, asking him not to fill the position of Public Works Office Manager, until such time as he appears before the City Council to explain why filling this position is necessary.

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 Mayor Brian J. Sarault, requesting that he hold off his evaluation of the zoo until such time as the Recreation Committee can make a report on its findings at the zoo.

The Committee will be meeting on Tuesday, May 14, 1991, at 5:00 p.m., to go through the zoo and will report back its findings in two weeks.

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 William Mulholland, Director of Recreation, requesting that he supply to the City Council by Monday, May 13th, the following information:

How much money has been in the budget in each of the last five years for the zoo?

How much money was spent each year during that period?

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN ROBERT LYNCH.

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

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to James Kulczycki, Director of Parks, requesting that he put an age limit on kids using the Creative Playground at Slater Park; also, have a sign erected stating that age limit; and to notify the police of this policy and ask them to enforce it.

Petition for AUTO REPAIR SHOP of Adan Velasco d/b/a Mr. Brian Auto Repair (previous owner Brian Pina & Jack Laliberte d/b/a Premium Auto Center) 511 Broadway, Tax Assessor’s Plat 8, Lot 187, to keep a shop for repairing automobiles, which was advertised for a hearing at this time, is taken up: LIC #92

Speaking in favor is Adan Velasco, 146 Harrison Street.

Mr. Velasco states there will be minor auto repairs, and the hours will be from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.

He also states that he is aware that he must keep all cars on the lot, not on the street; and that won’t be a problem.

Speaking in favor is Francis Saggal, Landlord, 178 Cottage Street.

Mr. Saggal states that the previous owners went out of business. He advertised in the newspaper the availability of space. Mr. Saggal states there have been no complaints from the neighbors.

Speaking in opposition is Manuel Rapuso, 124 Woodbine Street.

Mr. Rapuso states that he is concerned about oil, gas, and fumes at the establishment. He wants it to be kept clean; and also, states that it is a residential area.

There are no other speakers.

The Hearing is closed.

Upon Motion made by Councilman Doyle, seconded by Councilman Kinder, the following petition is GRANTED on a unanimous voice vote:

Petition for AUTO REPAIR SHOP of Adan Velasco d/b/a Mr. Brian Auto Repair (previous owner Brian Pina & Jack Laliberte d/b/a Premium Auto Center) 511 Broadway, Tax Assessor’s Plat 8, Lot 187. LIC #92

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN WILLIAM LYNCH.

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

588      Resolution Requesting the State of Rhode Island to Consider the Feasibility of Assuming Total Responsibility for Funding and Administering Local Special Education and Limited English Proficiency Programs in the State of Rhode Island.

Submitted by:   William J. Lynch Councilman, District One

Upon Motion made by Councilman William Lynch, seconded by Councilman 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 Requesting the State of Rhode Island to Consider the Feasibility of Assuming Total Responsibility for Funding and Administering Local Special Education and Limited English Proficiency Programs in the State of Rhode Island.

Submitted by:   William J. Lynch Councilman, District One

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN WILLIAM LYNCH.

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

613      Communication from Fred E. Joslyn, Jr., City Solicitor to Richard J. Goldstein, Clerk Pawtucket City Council. (Gift of Pawtucket Red Sox home game tickets)

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

Communication from Fred E. Joslyn, Jr., City Solicitor to Richard J. Goldstein, Clerk Pawtucket City Council. (Gift of Pawtucket Red Sox home game tickets)

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

632      Resolution Accepting the Care of Burial Lot of Gerald J. LePage.

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 Give Favorable Consideration to "An Act Authorizing to Issue Bonds for Reconstruction and Improvements of Neighborhood Sewers - $250,000.

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 Mayor Brian J. Sarault, requesting that he use the $250,000 Bond legislation recently introduced, as a kick-off to instituting a multi-year sewer improvement program in the City of Pawtucket.

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 Passage for 91-S0381, Substitute, A, An Act Relating to Health and Safety -- Solid Waste Management.

Submitted by:   Mayor Brian J. Sarault

Councilman William D. Vieira, Sr, District Six

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN CALISTA.

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

023      Resolution Requesting the Pawtucket Water Supply Board to Delay some of the Proposed Improvements to a time when Economic Conditions may be more Favorable.

Submitted by:   John Q. Calista, Jr., Councilman-at-large

Kevin J. Rabbitt, Councilman District 3

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

Ayes - Councilmembers Calista, Doyle, William Lynch and Rabbitt.

Noes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Kinder, Robert Lynch and Vieira.

Resolution Requesting the Pawtucket Water Supply Board to Delay some of the Proposed Improvements to a time when Economic Conditions may be more Favorable.

Submitted by:   John Q. Calista, Jr., Councilman-at-large

Kevin J. Rabbitt, Councilman District 3

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 Eugene J. Jeffers, Chief Engineer, Water Supply Board, requesting that he attend a pre-council session scheduled for Wednesday, May 22, 1991. The purpose of this session is for an explanation of the increase in the rates and also an explanation for the need of five new positions at the Water Supply Board.

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 2192 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" (Circulation Supervisor)

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 Fred E. Joslyn, Jr., City Solicitor, requesting that he meet with Commander DeLyon regarding autos registered out of State, which are housed here in the City of Pawtucket.

Also, he is requested to speak with State officials on why laws on this matter are not being enforced.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN CALISTA.

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

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Rnqr-r F. Giraud, Director of Planning and Development, asking him what his plans are with regards to Enterprise Zones in the City of Pawtucket. Specifically, does he intend to try to institute some Enterprise Zones in section of Pawtucket.

THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE IS TAKEN UP:

Ordinance to Create a Board of Park Commissioners.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN RABBITT.

With majority consent of the Council, Councilman Rabbitt requests that the Ordinance Entitled Ordinance to Create a Board of Park Commissioners BE AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

Section 2, paragraph 1, line 1, change "five (5) members" to "nine (9) members".

Section 3, delete and replace with the following "following the passage of this Chapter, there shall be appointed nine (9) members to the Board of Park Commissioners, Three shall each serve a term of one (1) year, Three shall each serve a term of two (2) years, Three shall each serve a term of three (3) years. Any subsequent appointment in accord herein shall be for a term of three (3) years.

Upon Motion made by Councilman Rabbitt, seconded by Councilman Calista, the following amendment to the Ordinance Entitled Ordinance to Create a Board of Park Commissioners, is 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

Section 2, paragraph 1, line 1, change "five (5) members" to "nine (9) members".

Section 3, delete and replace with the following "following the passage of this Chapter, there shall be appointed nine (9) members to the Board of Park Commissioners, Three shall each serve a term of one (1) year, Three shall each serve a term of two (2) years, Three shall each serve a term of three (3) years. Any subsequent appointment in accord herein shall be for a term of three (3) years.

The following Ordinance is read for the first time AS AMENDED, 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 Create a Board of Park Commissioners.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN BARRY.

With majority consent of the Council, Councilmen Barry introduced the following entitled ordinance.

Ordinance in Amendment of Chapter 2140 of the Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket Entitled "The Annual Operating Budget Ordinance, 1990-1991" Approved June 29, 1990 (transfer of $1,200,000 from the Reserve Account)

Upon Motion made by Councilman Barry, seconded by Councilman Kinder, the following Ordinance is Laid on the Table on a voice vote:

Councilman William Lynch votes no, to Lay on the Table.

Ordinance in Amendment of Chapter 2140 of the Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket Entitled "The Annual Operating Budget Ordinance, 1990-1991" Approved June 29, 1990 (transfer of $1,200,000 from the Reserve Account)

THE CLERK IS INSTRUCTED TO ADVERTISE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD ON MONDAY, MAY 13, 1991, AT 4:30 PM.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN KINDER.

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

Ordinance Authorizing the Director of Finance, in his Capacity as City Treasurer and Collector of Taxes, to Grant a Discount on the Payment of Taxes in 1991.

Upon Motion made by Councilman Kinder, seconded by Councilman Barry, the following Ordinance is Laid on the Table on a unanimous voice vote:

Ordinance Authorizing the Director of Finance, in his Capacity as City Treasurer and Collector of Taxes, to Grant a Discount on the Payment of Taxes in 1991.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN BARRY.

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

Ordinance in Amendment of Chapter 2180 Establishing a Maximum Number of Liquor Licenses within the City of Pawtucket.

Upon Motion made by Councilman Barry, seconded by Councilman Kinder, the following Ordinance is Laid on the Table on a unanimous voice vote:

Ordinance in Amendment of Chapter 2180 Establishing a Maximum Number of Liquor Licenses within the City of Pawtucket.

THE FOLLOWING LICENSE WAS LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD APRIL 24, 1991, AND IS AGAIN TAKEN UP AND IS STRICKEN FROM THE DOCKET AT THE REQUEST OF THE APPLICANT.

ENTERTAINMENT

D’Angelo’s\Mama Spumoni\Peter J. Fonseca, for license to conduct Live Band Concert, at Slater Park, on Saturday, June 23, 1991, (if rain - June 30, 1991) from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm. LIC #M703

THE FOLLOWING LICENSE WAS LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD APRIL 24, 1991, AND IS AGAIN TAKEN UP AND IS GRANTED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:

ENTERTAINMENT

Pawtucket Fireworks Committee, for license to conduct Carnival, at McCoy Stadium Parking Lot, on May 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 1991. LIC #M701

THE FOLLOWING PETITION FOR LICENSE WAS LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD APRIL 24, 1991, AND IS AGAIN TAKEN UP AND IS GRANTED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:

AUTO REPAIR SHOP LICENSE

Jose P. Xavier d/b/a Joe’s Auto Care, (previously located at 72-74 Exchange Street) 514-B Broadway, Tax Assessor’s Plat 7, Lot 424, LIC #122

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

ENTERTAINMENT

Our Lady of Consolation, for license to conduct Jamboree-Live Band, at Church parking lot, 10 Webster Street, on Saturday June 15th 1991, 7:00 am - 12:00 pm LIC #M708

Sports Marketing Group Inc., Mazda Race for Hope for license to conduct Bicycle Race/Festival Downtown Area, on Roosevelt Ave\Hodgson Park\Slater Mill Parking Lot\Municipal Parking Lot\Roosevelt Ave, on Sunday July 28, 1991, at 8:00 am - 6:00 pm. LIC #M707

INTELLIGENCE OFFICE (RENEWAL)

Behavioral Management Associates, at 97 Cottage Street, LIC #20

MOBILE FOOD VENDORS (NEW)

Leo Lachance d/b/a Dotties Caterers, Res: 560 York Ave, LIC #69

PIN BALL & AMUSEMENT DEVICES (ALL RENEWALS)

342 East Avenue Inc. d/b/a East Avenue Cafe, 344 East Ave. (ONE) LIC#682

1537 Corp d/b/a M Spumoni & Family, 1537-1539 Newport Ave. (TWO) LIC#683

The American Polish Mutual Association, 927-929 Central Ave. (ONE) LIC#684

Aurora C. Antunes d/b/a Belmont Cafe, 1513-1515 Newport Ave & 747 Cottage St. (TWO) LIC#685

Bandilli Cafe Inc. d/b/a State Line Cafe, 514 Benefit St. (ONE) LIC#686

Boulevard Billiard Club, 508 1/2 Armistice Blvd. (FIVE)LIC#689

Clube Social Portugues Inc., 131 School St. (TWO) LIC#693

Elias Dernikos d/b/a City Line Pizza & Restaurant, 592-594 Pawtucket Avenue. LIC#695

Fred’s Place Inc., 4 Grace St. (TWO) LIC#698

G I Veterans Association Club Inc. d/b/a Archie’s Tavern, 47 Mendon Ave. (ONE) LIC#699

Happy Hour Club, 404 Benefit St. (ONE) LIC#700

Harry O’s Place Inc d/b/a Harry O’s Place, 605-607 Broadway. (ONE) LIC#784

J.A.R. Beverage Inc. d/b/a Murray’s Pub, 1091 Main St. (TWO) LIC#785

Lafayette Social Club Inc., 71-73 Benefit St. (ONE) LIC#786

Laurel Acres Inc. d/b/a Bobby’s Rollerway, Corner Mill & Garrity St. (TWO) LIC#787

LeFoyer Club, 151 Fountain St. (TWO) LIC#788

M and S Barbosa Tavern Inc. d/b/a G & T Tavern, 185 Dexter St. (TWO) LIC#790

Armindo J Marques d/b/a Boulevard Tap, 572 Armistice Blvd. (ONE) LIC#792

Pawtucket Lodge Of Elks No 920, 27 Exchange St. (ONE) LIC#794

Royal Antedeluvian Order of Buffaloes, 532 Lonsdale Ave. (ONE) LIC#797

S & L Inc. d/b/a Cafe Ordway, 3 Ordway St. (ONE) LIC#798

South End Saloon Inc. d/b/a The Corner Pocket, 569 Broadway. (ONE) LIC#799

Town Lounge Inc., 451 Prospect St. (TWO) LIC#804

Vet’s Bar & Grill Inc., 623 Central Ave. (TWO) LIC#805

GAME ROOM (RENEWAL)

Boulevard Billiard Club, 508 1/2 Armistice Blvd LIC#782

SUNDAY SALES (FIRST CLASS) NEW

Anna Famojure d/b/a Erica’s Mini Market, 418 Pawtucket Avenue, LIC #168

SUNDAY SALES (FIFTH CLASS) RENEWAL

William Frank Res: 53 Lafayette Street, (has peddler’s license to peddle balloons & novelties) LIC #146

VICTUALLING HOUSE (FIRST CLASS) NEW

Cheryl & Kenneth Hogen d/b/a KC Ice Cream, 704 Broadway, LIC #251

THE FOLLOWING LICENSE IS DENIED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:

PIN BALL & AMUSEMENT DEVICES (RENEWAL)

Lily Social Club Inc., 158 South Bend St. (TWO) LIC#789

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN RABBITT.

With majority consent of the Council, Councilman Rabbitt introduces the following Petition for Entertainment:

ENTERTAINMENT

Blackstone Valley Chapter RIARC for license to conduct Yearly Bingo Games, in Dunnell Lane East Recreation Area, on Sundays from 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm. LIC #806

Upon Motion made by Councilman Rabbitt, seconded by Councilmen Robert Lynch and Vieira, the following Petition is GRANTED on a unanimous voice vote:

ENTERTAINMENT

Blackstone Valley Chapter RIARC for license to conduct Yearly Bingo Games, in Dunnell Lane East Recreation Area, on Sundays from 2:00 pro - 5:30 pm. LIC #806

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 Peter F. Holden, Blackstone Valley Chapter RIARC, stating Councilman Barry’s concerns about potential traffic and parking problems around his establishment. If such problems do become a factor, Councilman Barry is informing him that he will call him in to discuss the possibility of rescinding the Bingo License.

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

Pauline Burgess - No amount specified

John & Frederita Jay - $2,100

Frances Grzyb - $75,000

Stanely Grzyb - $75,000

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, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

Claim of Louis Parente, in the amount of $646.44.

Claim of Lawrence A. Williams, by Arnica Mutual Insurance Company, in the amount of $1427.89.

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 Theresa Carroll, in the amount of $2,000.

Claim of Theresa Carroll, in the amount of $2,000.

Claim of Alice R. Cunha, in the amount of $1,342.95

Claim of Marilyn DeLeon, by Peter J. Cerilli, Esq., in no amount specified.

Claim of Mary Lightbown, in the amount of $1,090.

Charles E. Sczuroski, by Michael F. Burns, Esq., in the amount of $10,000.

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 SCHOOL DEPARTMENT:

Claim of G. J. Eak, by Joseph Palmieri, Esq., in the amount of $300,000.

Claim of Marcos Jimenez, by Alfred J. Gemma, Esq., in no amount specified.

UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE DENIED:

Claim of William J. Doyle, by the Shelby Insurance Group in no amount specified.

Claim of Claire Miller by Joseph Spaziano for General Accident Insurance Co., in the amount of $874.12.

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 Mike Burns, Traffic Engineer, requesting that he install temporary "Stop Ahead" signs on Pond Street at the Pond Street/Brewster Street intersection.

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 all sewer Claimants pervading on up date on the status of these claims.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN RABBITT.

With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion [illegible]

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Frank Rendine, Zoning and Code Enforcement Officer, requesting that inspections of property owners who have sewer claims with the City be given top priority, so that those claims deemed to be the responsibility of the City can be paid as soon as possible.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN ROBERT LYNCH.

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

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Blackstone Valley Electric Company and New England Telephone Company, requesting that the double pole on Rice Street and Welden Street be removed as soon as possible.

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

May 8, 1991 - Regular City Council Session
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