City Council, August 19, 1992.
A regular session of the City Council is held Wednesday, August 19, 1992, at eight forty-three o’clock p.m. All the members are present except Councilors Bray, Doyle and Rabbitt; President Barry presides.
The reading of the records of August 5, 1992, is dispensed with and the records are approved as prepared by the Clerk.
Upon Motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Kinder the *Consent Agenda is approved on a unanimous voice vote.
Petition for FLEA MARKET of Ocean State Market Place Inc., 555 Prospect Street, Tax Assessor’s Plat 36B, Lots 185, 189, 146, Plat 37A, Lots 484, 485, Plat 37B, Lot 489, to keep a shop for the purpose of Operating a Flea Market, on Saturday, Sunday and Monday Holidays Only, which was advertised for a hearing at this time, is taken up:
Representing the Applicant is Kevin Horan, Attorney, 393 Armistice Blvd.
Attorney Horan submits the following:
Exhibit A. Decision of Board of Appeals approving application to operate a retail marketplace.
Exhibit B. Copy of Traffic Study Report by James N. Salem, Transportation and Traffic Consultant.
Attorney Horan states that the application for a marketplace was approved by the Zoning Board and is now requesting approval for a license to allow his client to operate a Flea Market.
The next speaker is Bernard Lightman, 29 Miles Avenue, Providence RI. owner of the property located at 555 Prospect Street.
Mr. Lightman states that he has owned this property for approximately 28 years and operated a textile manufacturing business on a 24 hour a day schedule. Approximately 150 - 200 people were employed there. He states that this facility has been up for sale since 1990 and he has had no prospects until now.
The next speaker is Dennis Almonte, Vice President of Ocean State Marketplace Inc.
Mr. Almonte states that he intends to sell 45% new merchandise; 30 - 35% in crafts and jewelry; and only about 5% in used (junk) merchandise. He wants to have an upscale type of flea market.
There will be approximately 266 booths in the building and between 90 - 100 outdoors in the back. There is parking for 311 cars. He submits a parking plan (Exhibit C) as well as letters of commitment from 5 businesses in the area negotiating to lease parking spaces to Ocean State Marketplace. (Exhibit D)
He states that the vendors will have to park off premises at designated parking areas.
The hours of operation will be limited to Saturdays, Sundays, and Monday Holidays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
1000 people are expected on Saturdays and Monday Holidays; and up to 2000 people on Sundays.
Police will be hired for security and there will also be parking attendants. An Alarm system and live security will be provided when the building is closed.
Councilor Clement states that she has concerns about trash and the physical appearance of the Building.
Mr. Almonte states that there will be dumpsters on the premi***es and people will also be hired to clean up after each weekend.
Councilor Clement asks if the exclusion of outside vendors would pose a problem in the operation of this business.
Mr. Almonte states yes, that the outside booths attract people who will then go inside.
Mr. Almonte says there are no plans to sell food outside.
The next speaker is Judith Harris, 181 Arnold’s Neck Drive, Warwick, RI.
Ms. Harris states that she conducted a marketing survey in the neighborhood for the applicant. She states that of the 200 households that were surveyed, door to door, only 21 objected.
Speaking in opposition is Representative Mabel Anderson, 26 South Street.
Mrs. Anderson states that she is opposed to the flea market at this location. She has spoken to many of the neighbors who were present at a tour of the facility, and they were all opposed. She states that Mike Burns, Traffic Division, did a traffic study of accidents occurring in the vicinity of this location and the amount of traffic which would be substantially increased would be a hazard to the neighbors and residents of this area.
Speaking in opposition is Senator John McBurney, 5 Nancy Street, Pawtucket, RI.
Senator McBurney challenges the survey by Judith Harris. He states that the Bishop Bend area is going to be gravely affected by traffic and parking problems if a flea market is allowed to operate at this location. The quality of life will be impacted and he requests that the Council deny this application for license.
The next speaker is Attorney Robert Parker, from the Law Firm of Timkin, Lipsey & Skolnik, 321 South Main Street Providence, RI, representing RIDCO, Inc., the owner of the real estate located adjacent to the property which is seeking a flea market license.
Mr. Parker states his clients’ concerns regarding the parking congestion, traffic danger to the community, trash, and general deterioration of the Beverage Hill Avenue area, which will be caused if a flea market is allowed at this location.
The next speaker is Eileen Rock, 115 Beverage Hill Avenue, Pawtucket, RI.
Mrs. Rock states that she lives directly across the street from the proposed flea market and is very concerned about the increase in traffic that will be caused by this type of business. She states that this is a small congested neighborhood and she fears the community will be hurt if this license is approved. She states that Hope Webbing was never a problem. It was a weekday operation, working three shifts. The number of people on one shift was no more than 100.
The next speaker is Jodi 56 Charlton Street.
Jodi states that she has lived at this location for one month but has lived in the area for 16 years. She states that she is concerned with the parking plan, extra trash that will be caused by this business, and the extra traffic.
The next speaker is Robert Rock, 115 Beverage Hill Avenue, Pawtucket, RI.
Mr. Rock states that he is concerned that a flea market will cause extra traffic and will be a hazard and is afraid that someone is going to get killed. He states that this is a very clean neighborhood now and this type of business will deteriorate the neighborhood.
Mr. Rock also questions the number of parking spaces and states his concern of a potential litter problem.
The next speaker is Michael Cassidy, Secretary to the Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency.
Mr. Cassidy reads a Communication into the record which points out that the Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency has deed restrictions on one of the lots proposed for this use, (Lot 489 Plat 37B). He states that this lot cannot be used for retail sales.
The next speaker is Bud Potter, 108 Bishop Street, Pawtucket, RI.
Mr. Potter asks what the sanitation facilities will be.
He is informed that there are facilities on both floors of the building.
The next speaker is Michael Sheehan, 79 Charlton Avenue, Pawtucket, RI.
Mr. Sheehan states his concerns about the 5-Way Intersection. He states that this is a dangerous intersection and with the added traffic that this business will cause he feels it is a major concern for public safety.
The next speaker is George Anderson, 26 South Street, Pawtucket, RI.
Mr. Anderson states that a flea market business is not the type of business that is compatible to this neighborhood. He states that the deed restrictions were put on for a particular reason to limit the use of this site to textile dying or bleaching or other light industrial uses by special permit of the Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency.
The next speaker is Robert Rock, 106 Stoneridge Road.
Mr. Rock states that he owns property in the immediate area which he has been trying to sell. He states that if a flea market is allowed at this location, his property will never sell. He also brings up the deed restrictions.
The next speaker is Frances Bigos, 50 Charlton Avenue, Pawtucket, RI.
Ms. Bigos states that she has lived there for 38 years and is opposed to the traffic plan being proposed. She also states her concern with fumes, traffic flow, and that property values will go down.
There are no other speakers.
The Hearing is Closed.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CLEMENT.
With majority consent of the Council, a Motion made by Council Clement, seconded by Council Calista, to Lay on the Table the application for the Flea Market License of Ocean State Market Place, Inc., 555 Prospect Street, due to the information presented by Michael Cassidy stating deed restrictions is DEFEATED on a voice vote.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CALISTA.
Upon Motion made by Councilor Calista, seconded by Councilors Kinder and Moran, the following application for license is DENIED on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Calista, Kinder, Moran, and Vieira.
Noes - 0
Abstain - Councilor Clement.
Petition for FLEA MARKET of Ocean State Market Place Inc., 555 Prospect Street, Tax Assessor’s Plat 36B, Lots 185, 189, 146, Plat 37A, Lots 484, 485, Plat 37B, Lot 489, to keep a shop for the purpose of Operating a Flea Market, on Saturday, Sunday and Monday Holidays Only. LIC#860
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VIEIRA.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Vieira introduces the following communication:
Upon Motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Kinder the following Communication is Read and Ordered Filed.
Communication from Stephen H. Burke, Esq., Temkin, Lipsey & Skolnik, Ltd., to Council President John J. Barry, III. (Ocean State Marketplace, Inc., application for Flea Market Permit)
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VIEIRA.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Vieira introduces the following communication:
Upon Motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Kinder the following Communication is Read and Ordered Filed:
Communication from Hye Rapaporte, RIDCO, Inc., to Council President John J. Barry, III. (Ocean State Marketplace, Inc.)
THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATIONS ARE READ AND ORDERED FILED:
**TAKEN OFF CONSENT AGENDA FOR COMMENTS ONLY, NO OTHER ACTION TAKEN.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CLEMENT.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilor Clement, seconded by Councilor Kinder, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Bruce N, Hague, Certified Public Accountant, Hague & Sahady, regarding the Fiscal Year 1991 City Audit.
It is requested that as soon as the Audit is completed, that a copy be sent to the Council’s Fiscal Advisor, Robert J. Uyttebroek.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CALISTA.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilor Calsita, seconded by Councilor Clement, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a copy of the letter from Michael D. Cassidy, regarding the Slater Park Projects to Save the Park.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR KINDER.
UPON MOTION MADE BY COUNCILOR KINDER, SECONDED BY COUNCILOR VIEIRA, THE MEETING IS EXTENDED UNTIL 12 O’CLOCK MIDNIGHT ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE.
Petition for SECOND HAND SHOP LICENSE of Kathryn Richard d/b/a Baby Bloomers, 460–464 Broadway, Tax Assessor’s Plat 7, Lot 166, to keep a shop for the purpose of purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically: Used clothing, baby strollers and like items, which was advertised for a hearing at this time, is taken up:
Speaking in favor is Kathryn Richard, 67 Highwod Drive, Coventry, RI.
Mrs. Richard states that she will sell used baby and children’s articles.
She states that there is 10 off-street parking spaces. The hours will be 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Monday thru Saturday.
There are no other speakers.
The Hearing is Closed.
Upon Motion made by Councilor Kinder, seconded by Councilor Calista, the following petition for SECOND HAND SHOP LICENSE is GRANTED on a unanimous voice vote:
Petition for SECOND HAND SHOP LICENSE of Kathryn Richard d/b/a Baby Bloomers, 460–464 Broadway, Tax Assessor’s Plat 7, Lot 166, to keep a shop for the purpose of purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically: Used clothing, baby strollers and like items. LIC#40107
Communication from His Honor Mayor Robert E. Metivier, submitting the following reappointment to the Parks Commission FOR CONFIRMATION:
James B. Sheehan, 57 Anderton Avenue, Pawtucket, RI. (Term expires the first Monday in August, 1995) is Read and Ordered Filed.
The following nomination, submitted by His Honor, Mayor Robert E. Metivier, for confirmation, is confirmed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Calista, Clement, Kinder, Moran and Vieira.
Noes - 0
PARKS COMMISSION
James B. Sheehan, 57 Anderton Avenue, Pawtucket, RI. (Term expires the first Monday in August, 1995)
Fred Kent, 42 Greeley Street, Pawtucket, RI. (Term expires the first Monday in August, 1995) is Read and Ordered Filed.
The following nomination, submitted by His Honor, Mayor Robert E. Metivier, for confirmation, is confirmed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Calista, Clement, Kinder, Moran and Vieira.
Noes - 0
PARKS COMMISSION
Fred Kent, 42 Greeley Street, Pawtucket, RI. (Term expires the first Monday in August, 1995)
William C. Gucfa, 1101 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket, RI (Term expires the first Monday in August, 1995) is Read and Ordered Filed.
The following nomination, submitted by His Honor, Mayor Robert E. Metivier, for confirmation, is confirmed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Calista, Clement, Kinder, Moran and Vieira.
Noes - 0
PARKS COMMISSION
William C. Gucfa, 1101 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket, RI (Term expires the first Monday in August, 1995)
The following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Calista, Kinder, Moran and Vieira.
Noes - 0
Abstain - Councilor Clement.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE, THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE IS READ FOR THE FIRST TIME AND PASSED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Calista, Clement, Kinder, Moran and Vieira.
Noes - 0
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CLEMENT.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilor Clement, seconded by Councilor Kinder, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to John T. Gannon, City Solicitor, requesting a legal opinion on an ordinance entitled "ORDINANCE RELATING TO ALCOHOL TRAINING CERTIFICATION FOR LIQUOR LICENSE HOLDERS.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CLEMENT.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Clement introduces the following communication:
Upon Motion made by Councilor Clement, seconded by Councilor Vieira, the following Communication is Read and Ordered Filed:
Communication from Save the Park, to Mayor Robert E. Metivier. (Water Crisis)
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CLEMENT.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Clement introduces the following communication:
Upon Motion made by Councilor Clement, seconded by Councilor Vieira, the following Communication is Read and Ordered Filed:
Communication from William J. Lynch, to Council President John J. Barry, III. (Need for Continuous and Regular Public Disclosure of Water Quality)
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE, THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE IS READ FOR THE FIRST TIME AND PASSED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Calista, Clement, Kinder, Moran and Vieira.
Noes - 0
ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A PAY PLAN FOR THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET AND REPEALING CHAPTER 2259.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE, THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE IS READ FOR THE FIRST TIME AND PASSED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Calista, Clement, Kinder, Moran and Vieira.
Noes - 0
ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 2197 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A PAY PLAN FOR THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET. (Recreation Department)
ORDINANCE COMMITTEE RETURNS THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WITH A RECOMMENDATION FOR APPROVAL WITH THE FOLLOWING AMENDMENT:
ORDINANCE CREATING AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PROGRAM.
Add to Section 1 (f) Freedom of Information, subsection (3) the following:
"except when required to do so by State and/or Federal Law."
Upon Motion made by Councilor Clement, seconded by Councilor Kinder, the AMENDMENT to the Ordinance Entitled "ORDINANCE CREATING AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PROGRAM" is passed on a roll call vote as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Calista, Clement, Kinder, Moran and Vieira.
Add to Section 1 (f) Freedom of Information, subsection (3) the following:
"except when required to do so by State and/or Federal Law."
The following ordinance is read for the first time and passed on a roll call vote as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Calista, Clement, Kinder, Moran and Vieira.
ORDINANCE CREATING AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PROGRAM. AS AMENDED
THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCES ARE LAID ON THE TABLE AND REFERRED TO THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
A. ORDINANCE ENTITLED "BUSINESS REGISTRATION"
B. ORDINANCE ENTITLED "REGISTRATION OF VENDING MACHINES"
C. 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" (DESIGNATION OF HISTORIC DISTRICTS) AS AMENDED (Park Place and McCoy Stadium)
D. ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 2273 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET ENTITLED, "AN ORDINANCE FIXING THE SALARIES OF HEADS OF DEPARTMENTS AND OTHER OFFICERS OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET AND REPEALING CHAPTER 2174" (Supervisor of Environmental Action)
THE FOLLOWING PETITIONS WERE LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD AUGUST 5, 1992, AND ARE AGAIN TAKEN UP AND ARE TAKEN UNDER ADVISEMENT ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
SECOND HAND SHOP AND AUTO REPAIR SHOP LICENSE
Julio Martinez d/b/a J J Auto Sales, 540 Weeden Street, (previous owner Antonio Fonseca d/b/a Fonseca’s Auto Sales & Repair) Tax Assessor’s Plat 48, Lot 256 LIC #40071 #30128
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VIEIRA.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Kinder, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Julio Martinez, regarding his application for Second Hand Shop License and Automobile Repair Shop License, which was Taken Under Advisement. Councilor Vieria would like to know if he intends to appear before the City Council regarding his License or is it his intention to withdraw the application.
THE FOLLOWING LICENSE IS LAID ON THE TABLE ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
VICTUALLING HOUSE (FIRST CLASS)
El Nido Ltd. (transfer from Arcadia Enterprises Inc d/b/a Galateo) 210 Dexter Street, LIC#252
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Moran is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Frank Rendine, Director of Zoning and Code Enforcement; Lt. Peter O’Neill, Fire Prevention Officer; Kenneth Kovack, Rhode Island Department of Health, regarding an application for a First Class Victualling House transfer in the name of El Nido Ltd., 210 Dexter Street (transfer from Arcadia Enterprises Inc., d/b/a Galateo)
The Council is requesting inspections of the business and a report of the findings in time for the next meeting of the City Council scheduled for September 9, 1992.
THE FOLLOWING LICENSES ARE DENIED ON A VOICE VOTE:
SUNDAY SALES (SECOND CLASS) NEW
Ocean State Marketplace Inc., 555 Prospect Street, LIC #20143
Abstain - Councilor Clement.
VICTUALLING HOUSE (FIRST CLASS)
Ocean State Marketplace Inc., 555 Prospect Street, LIC #243
Abstain - Councilor Clement
City Council, August 19, 1992.
*THE FOLLOWING LICENSES ARE GRANTED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
ENTERTAINMENT:
Atlantic National Association (To Raise money for the Jerry Lewis Telethon and for the Atlantic National Association) for license to conduct Third Annual Dance-A-Thon, at Portuguese Social Club, 131 School Street, on Saturday September 5, 1992, at 7 PM - 2 AM.
LIC#798
International Steamboat Muster, for license to conduct Steamboat Muster at Old State Pier, School Street, and Roosevelt Avenue, on Friday, August 21, from 5 PM - 11 PM, Saturday, August 22, and Sunday August 23, 1992, from 9 AM - 7 PM LIC# 801
Steamboat Muster Weekend for license to conduct concert at Slater Mill Complex on Friday August 21, 1992, from 7 PM - 9 PM LIC #799M
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR KINDER.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Kinder introduces the following Petition:
Petition of Young Adult Group of Calvary Baptist Church for license to conduct Outdoor Musical Concert at the Slater Jr. High on September 5, 1992, from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm LIC #864M
Upon Motion made by Councilor Kinder, seconded by Councilor Vieira, the following PETITION is GRANTED on a unanimous voice vote:
Petition of Young Adult Group of Calvary Baptist Church for license to conduct Outdoor Musical Concert at the Slater Jr. High on September 5, 1992, from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm LIC #864M
BINGO - YEARLY (RENEWAL)
St. Basil the Great Church, 92 East Avenue - THURSDAYS 6:30 PM - 11 PM LIC #C0007
PIGEON LOFT (RENEWAL)
James Luiz, 163 Division Street LIC #D0003
Geraldo L. Neves, 189 Magill Street LIC #D0004
Filomina Sousa, 9 Winter Street LIC #D0007
SUNDAY SALES (FIRST CLASS)
Midland Farms Inc., (transfer from Dairy Mart East Inc., 136 Spring Street, LIC #20139
VICTUALLING HOUSE (FIRST CLASS)
Midland Farms Inc., (transfer from Dairy Mart East Inc) 136 Spring Street, LIC #178
*CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS:
Penelope Bartis - 358.50
Sally A. Beland - $10,000.00
Madelene D’ Oliveira - $19,455.00
Helene Sanderson - $340.00
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VIEIRA.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilor Vieria, seconded by Councilor Kinder, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Jack Rahill, Director of Finance, requesting that all financial reports received by the City Council be sent to the Council’s Fiscal Advisor, Robert J. Uyttebroek at the same time.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by the entire City Council, is passed on unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Commander Richard DeLyon, to thank him for having the "Truck Squad" on Division Street during the third shift, as requested.
The Council further requests that the squad be placed on Division Street during the other two shifts as well, as the problem with tractor trailers is not limited to late night hours.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Kinder, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Commander Richard DeLyon, regarding the early morning hours of activity at McKenna Roofing Company, Pawtucket.
The Council has received complaints that heavy motorized equipment is being operated at 5:00 am by this Company, and is requesting the Police Department to notify the owner of the establishment regarding the City’s Noise Ordinance and that no activity of this nature is allowed before 7:00 a.m.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Kinder, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Senator John H. Chafee; Senator Claiborne deB. Pell; Representative Ronald K. Machtley, regarding the Home Heating Energy Program and Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program, which are scheduled for cuts in Federal Funding. The Council is requesting that they do everything in their power to insure that the funding for these Programs is not reduced.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CALISTA.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilor Calista, seconded by Councilor Kinder, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Dr. Richard P. Charlton, Superintendent of Schools; Gerald Resnick, Chairman of the Pawtucket School Committee, regarding a vacant building located at 555 Prospect Street.
The Council is suggesting that this building be inspected by both the Pawtucket School Committee and the School Department to determine if it would be feasible to use this facility for additional classrooms.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CLEMENT.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilor Clement, seconded by Councilor Kinder, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to John T. Gannon, City Solicitor, requesting a list of any outside Attorneys hired by the City since January 1, 1992. The Council is requesting that the dates of approval by the Purchasing Department and City Council be provided as well as the "R.F.P.’s".
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VIEIRA.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Vieira introduces the following communication:
Upon Motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Kinder the following Communication is Read and Ordered Filed:
Communication from Mayor Robert E. Metivier, to Council President John J. Barry, III. (Water Emergency)
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VIEIRA.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Vieira introduces the following communication:
Upon Motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Kinder the following Communication is Read and Ordered Filed:
Communication from Donald L. Mailhot, Pawtucket School Department, to June Swallow, P.E., Chief, Division of Drinking Water Quality, Department of Health. (Water Crisis)
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VIEIRA.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Vieira introduces the following communication:
Upon Motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Kinder the following Communication is Read and Ordered Filed:
Communication from Walter S. Combs, Jr., PhD Associate Director of Health, Environmental Health, to Eugene J. Jeffers, Chief Engineer. (Water Crisis - Consent Agreement)
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VIEIRA.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Vieira introduces the following communication:
Upon Motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Kinder the following Communication is Read and Ordered Filed.
Communication from Rex Appenfeller, MD Public Education Chair, Central Unit, American Cancer Socity, to Councilor President John J. Barry, III. (Tobacco Ordinance)
Upon Motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Kinder, the meeting is adjourned at eleven forty seven o’clock pm.