City Council, December 9, 1992.
A regular session of the City Council is held Wednesday, December 9, 1992, at eight o’clock p.m. All the members are present and President Barry presides.
THE COUNCIL RECESSES AT 8:01 PM TO CONTINUE THE PUBLIC INPUT PERIOD.
THE COUNCIL RECONVENES AT 8:15 PM.
The reading of the records of November 25, 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.
THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATIONS ARE READ AND ORDERED FILED:
**TAKEN OFF CONSENT AGENDA FOR COMMENTS ONLY, NO OTHER ACTION TAKEN:
THE COUNCIL RECESSES AT 8:18 PM TO CONVENE AS THE PAWTUCKET BOARD OF LICENCE COMMISSIONERS.
THE COUNCIL RECONVENES AT 8:50 PM.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CLEMENT.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilor Clement, seconded by Councilor Calista, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Michael D. Cassidy, Director of Planning and Redevelopment, to remind him that the Friendship Gardens Project must come back to the City Council for final approval prior to any work being done.
The Council is requesting that when Mr. Cassidy comes before the Council, he is to bring with him a detailed maintenance plan on the Project, including specifics as to how many people will be working there; how many hours a day; and all other specific information that he can provide.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MORAN.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Vieira, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Wiley Archer, Acting Chief Engineer, Pawtucket Water Supply Board, regarding his response on the Branch Street matter.
Councilor Moran was particularly concerned after reading his response about the possibility of the 54 inch pipe under Branch Street bursting, due to the large traffic volume on the Street. The Council would like to know how dangerous this situation really is.
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 voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Members of the Purchasing Board c/o Joseph Rogue, Purchasing Agent, regarding the request of Fred Ihenacho for approval of an RFP for Solid Waste Hauling and Rental Services at the old Incinerator. Prior to voting on the request, Mr. J. Richard Nelson from Waste Management Inc. spoke to the Council about his concerns over the awarding of this contract.
The Council felt that he should make his presentation to the Purchasing Board and not to the Council; and has, therefore, referred this matter back to the Purchasing Board for further study. The Council is asking that the Board get in touch with Mr. Nelson to allow him time to address them on his concerns.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT BARRY VOTES "NO"
Agreement of Modification of the lease between the City of Pawtucket, and Alfred C. Riuzzo, Sr., d/b/a Fred’s Parking IS TAKEN UP:
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR RABBITT, CHAIRPERSON OF THE CITY PROPERTY COMMITTEE.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Rabbitt with the recommendation of the City Property Committee, introduces the following resolution:
Upon Motion made by Councilor Rabbitt, seconded by Councilor Calista, the following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Calista, Clement, Doyle, Kinder, Moran, Rabbitt, and Vieira.
Noes - 0
Resolution Extending the Lease for Fred’s Parking Lot, 46 Summer Street, through December 31, 1995, and Approving the "Agreement of Modification."
Reverend Paul F. Mouawad, 50 Main Street. (Term expires the first Monday in January, 1998) 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 Bray, Calista, Clement, Doyle, Kinder, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
PUBLIC BUILDINGS AUTHORITY
Reverend Paul F. Mouawad, 50 Main Street. (Term expires the first Monday in January, 1998)
The following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Calista, Clement, Doyle, Kinder, Moran, Rabbittt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
Submitted by: Council President John J. Barry, III.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR KINDER.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Kinder introduces the following resolution:
Upon Motion made by Councilor Kinder, seconded by Councilor Vieira, the following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Calista, Clement, Doyle, Kinder, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CALISTA.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Calista introduces the following Communication:
Upon Motion made by Councilor Calista, seconded by Councilor Kinder, the following Communication is Read and Ordered Filed.
Communication from Frank Garrison, Pro Audit, Inc., to Councilor John Calista. (Company Services)
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 Pro Audit Inc., to acknowledge receipt of their letter, and to let them know that their proposal has been forwarded to the Energy Committee for consideration.
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 Gary F. Gregory, to notify him that the Council is aware of his desire to make a proposal to the City regarding his services and that his name has been forwarded to the Energy Committee who will be studying this matter.
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 Kevin J. Shea, Executive Director, Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency, regarding the possibility of building a Public Safety Building in the City. Councilor Calista remembers that there were some architectural plans drawn up several years ago for such a building, and is requesting that he and Mike Cassidy look through the files to see if these plans can be located.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR RABBITT.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Rabbitt introduces the following Communication:
Upon Motion made by Councilor Rabbitt, seconded by Councilor Calista, the following Communication is Read and Ordered Filed and FOR A SIX MONTH PERIOD NO OTHER APPLICANT WILL RECEIVE AN ANNUAL BINGO LICENSE FOR TUESDAY EVENINGS.
Communication from Norman Brule, President of Darlington American Little League, to Pawtucket City Council. (Approval of a six Month extension)
The following Ordinance is read for second time, and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Calsita, Clement, Doyle, Kinder, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
The following Ordinance is read for second time, and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Calsita, Clement, Doyle, Kinder, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
THE FOLLOWING LICENSES WERE LAID ON THE TABLE, AND ARE AGAIN TAKEN UP AND ARE AGAIN LAID ON THE TABLE ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
Snicker’s Inc. d/b/a LaVault’s Restaurant, 55 Memorial Dr LIC#181
Voutena, Inc. d/b/a Bootlegger’s Saloon, 852–856 Newport Avenue LIC#203
*THE FOLLOWING PETITIONS ARE GRANTED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
ROLLERSKATING RINK (RENEWAL)
Laurel Acres Inc., d/b/a Bobby’s Rollerway, for license to conduct Rollerskating Rink at the corner of Mill & Garity Streets, on Sundays & Weekdays for year ending 12/31/93 LIC#869
VICTUALLING HOUSE (FIRST CLASS) NEW
Cynthia Perry d/b/a Cindy’s Restaurant, 204 Broad Street, LIC#278
Kostas Trikoulis d/b/a Plaza Deli, 242 Main Street, LIC#276
VICTUALLING HOUSE (SECOND CLASS) NEW
James Koutros d/b/a The Kitchen Restaurant, 562 Mineral Spring Avenue, LIC#277
VICTUALLING HOUSE (FIRST CLASS) RENEWALS
Vernon & Sandra L. Duhamel d/b/a Over Easy Diner, 365 Fountain Street, LIC#69
Bob’s Family Restaurant Inc., 54 Smithfield Avenue, LIC#122
Checkmate Inc., 11 Benefit Street, LIC#244
Laurel Acres Inc. d/b/a Bobby’s Rollerway, Mill & Garity Street, LIC#118
N.I.N. Inc., d/b/a Don’s Luncheonette, 169 Benefit Street, LIC#141
Mr. Torris Donuts and Pizza Inc., 904 Main Street, LIC#126
*CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS:
George W. Barber, Sr. - No amount specified
Jose Cruz - No amount specified
John Sojka - No amount specified
Thomas Tinkham - $3,026.98
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 Mayor Robert E. Metivier, to ask when the RIPEC Study will be available for the Council’s review.
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 William Mulholland, Director of Recreation, to remind him of the Council’s strong desire that no major expenditures take place regarding the Slater Park Zoo until such time as a decision has been made on the future of the Zoo.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VIEIRA.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Clement, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Jack Rahill, Director of Finance, regarding three transactions on the latest Turnaround Report. These transactions are as follows:
M06321 - East Side Travel Agency in the amount of $418
M06333 - Sheraton Washington Hotel in the amount of $440
V05097 - Boulevard Insurance Center in the amount of $51,734
Councilor Vieira would like to know what these transactions were for.
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 Bruce G. Sundlun, Governor of the State of Rhode Island, regarding the work being done by the Department of Transportation at the intersection of Exchange and Goff Streets.
At the last two meetings of the Council, which were held on November 11, and 25, 1992, letters were sent to Mr. Fanning requesting an update on this work and questioning why no work was taking place, which has left a very hazardous situation at this intersection.
To date no response has been received.
The Council would like to know why they have not been able to get any information on this matter and would like an update on this project as soon as possible.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR RABBITT.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilor Rabbitt, seconded by Councilor Kinder, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Mike Burns, Traffic Engineer, to ask that he find some way to improve the lighting at the intersections along the Industrial Highway where the railroad tracks are laid.
Councilor Rabbitt has received several complaints from people who have had problems at these intersections with the railroad tracks because of poor lighting.
Councilor Rabbitt suggests that Mr. Burns either do this on his own, or call the Providence/Worcester Railroad to see if they have some suggestions on improving the situation.
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 Kevin J. Shea, Executive Director, Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency, requesting a Status Report on the closing of Branch Street and on the housing project that was proposed for that Street.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR RABBITT.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilor Rabbitt, seconded by Councilor Kinder, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to James Kulczycki, Director of Parks, to ask that the Detailed Maintenance Plan on Slater Park be made available to the City Council in time for their meeting on December 18, 1992.
The Council would like him to take into account the proposed renovations to Friendship Gardens in his Maintenance Plan.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MORAN.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Rabbitt, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Captain Patrick McConaghy, to request an update on the P.A.R.E. Program.
Councilor Moran noted that the last update was for the month of August.
Upon Motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Kinder, the meeting is adjourned at nine fifty six o’clock p.m.