May 20, 1992 - Regular City Council Session

City Council, May 20, 1992.

A regular session of the City Council is held Wednesday, May 20, 1992, at eight two o’clock p.m. All the members are present and President Barry presides.

THE COUNCIL RECESSES IMMEDIATELY TO CONVENE AS THE PAWTUCKET BOARD OF LICENSE COMMISSIONERS.

THE COUNCIL RECONVENES AT NINE TEN O’CLOCK PM.

The reading of the records of April 22, 28, May 5, 6, 1992 are 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:

595      **A.    Communication from Kevin J. Shea, Executive Director, Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency, to Council President John J. Barry, III. (Modification to the Redevelopment Plan)

617      B.         Communication from Clifford F. Cherry, Jr., Resident Engineer Construction Operations of Rhode Island Department of Transportation, to Richard J. Goldstein, City Clerk. (Reconstruction of Roosevelt Avenue/East Street)

625      **C.    Communication from Raymond W. Houle, Jr., Director of Administration, to Council President John J. Barry, III. (Items needing Council Action)

590      E.         Communication from Mayor Robert E. Metivier, to Members of the City Council. (Pension Board - David Quinn)

625      **F.     Communication from Raymond W. Houle, Jr., Director of Administration, to Members of the City Council. (Installation of an elevator)

625      G.        Communication from Raymond W. Houle, Jr., Director of Administration, to Members of the City Council. (Legal Fees - Olenn & Penza)

028      H.        Communication from David L. Quinn II, Acting Tax Assessor, to Richard J. Goldstein, City Clerk. (Xey Corporation)

028      I.          Communication from David L. Quinn, II, Acting Tax Assessor, to Richard J. Goldstein, City Clerk. (Xey Corporation)

595      **J.      Communication from Mayor Robert E. Metivier, to Council President John J. Barry, III. (Fiscal Year 1992 and 1993)

028      L.         Memo from Richard J. Goldstein, City Clerk, to Members of the City Council. (Rehabilitation Loan Program)

592      N.        Communication from Michael D. Cassidy, Director of Planning and Development, to Council President John J. Barry, III. (Community Development Block Grant Program Year 18)

028      O.        Communication from Morris Nathanson, Owner & Developer of Blackstone Studios and Founder of Morris Nathanson Design, Inc. (Supporting the Purchase of the Peerless Building)

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

THE COUNCIL RECESSES AT NINE FOURTEEN O’CLOCK PM TO CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FOLLOWING:

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION FOR FUNDS UNDER THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM.

THE COUNCIL RECONVENES AT NINE FORTY-TWO O’CLOCK PM.

590      D.        Communication from Mayor Robert E. Metivier, to Members of the City Council. (Fiscal year 1993 budget) is Read and Ordered Filed.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CLEMENT.

With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilor Clement, seconded by the entire City Council, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Mayor Robert E. Metivier, requesting updates on the RIPEC Study and the 1991 Audit.

028      K.        Communication from Jeanne Engel, Director Policy and Program Development, Rhode Island Housing & Mortgage Finance Corporation, to Members of the City Council. (Rhode Island Housing) is Read and Ordered Filed.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CALISTA.

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

The Clerk is instructed to return the application to the Rhode Island Housing and Mortgage Finance Corporation, to have both the City Council and the Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency placed on the mailing list for REO properties.

028      M.        Communication from William J. Lynch, to Council President John J. Barry, III. (City Hall Snack Bar/Service for the Blind) is Read and Ordered Filed.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR DOYLE.

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

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Mayor Robert E. Metivier, requesting that the relocation of the Snack Bar be delayed for one month, so that the issue may be studied further.

The Council is inviting the Services for the Blind to attend a pre-council session on June 10, 1992, to discuss their concerns with the move. The Council is also inviting a representative of the Administration to attend.

128      Communication from Joseph A. Piccardi, Assistant Director of Rhode Island Department of Transportation, to Richard J. Goldstein, City Clerk. (Disposition of Surplus State Land Plat 1173 Parcels 151, 160, 161) is REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CITY PROPERTY AND CITY PLANNING COMMISSION.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CALISTA.

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

624      Communication from Joseph Roque, Purchasing Agent, to Pawtucket City Council. (Vendor Awareness/Purchase Order Policy)

Upon Motion made by Councilor Calista, seconded by Councilor Kinder, the following communication is Read and Ordered filed and referred to the Ordinance Committee on a unanimous voice vote:

Communication from Joseph Roque, Purchasing Agent, to Pawtucket City Council. (Vendor Awareness/Purchase Order Policy)

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VIEIRA.

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 Raymond W. Houle, Jr., Director of Administration, regarding the recently discovered backhoe owned by the City of Pawtucket.

Councilor Vieira would like to know the following:

1.         How long has the City owned the backhoe?

2.         What was the price of the backhoe?

3.         What is the current value of the backhoe and the expected value after it is repaired?

4.         When will it be operational?

5.         Has it ever been operational while owned by the City?

6.         Has any other equipment recently been discovered by the City?

330      Communication from His Honor Mayor Robert E. Metivier, to Pawtucket City Council Members. (Veto Message regarding "Ordinance in Amendment of Chapter 2174 of the Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket Entitled "An Ordinance Fixing the Salaries of the Heads of Departments and other officers of the City of Pawtucket and Repealing Chapter 2145." (Acting City Solicitor) is Read and Ordered Filed.

The following Ordinance is vetoed by Mayor Robert E. Metivier:

ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 2174 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE FIXING THE SALARIES OF THE HEADS OF DEPARTMENTS AND OTHER OFFICERS OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET AND REPEALING CHAPTER 2145." (Acting City Solicitor)

330      CH 2260 THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VIEIRA.

With majority consent of the Council, upon Motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Bray, the Veto of Mayor Robert E. Metivier, regarding the following ordinance, is OVERRIDDEN on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Calista, Clement, Doyle, Moran and Vieira.

Noes - Councilors Kinder and Rabbitt.

ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 2174 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE FIXING THE SALARIES OF THE HEADS OF DEPARTMENTS AND OTHER OFFICERS OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET AND REPEALING CHAPTER 2145." (Acting City Solicitor)

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR BRAY.

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

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Honorable James E. O’Neil, Attorney General of Rhode Island, to ask if it is a violation of the "Open Meetings Law" for the Mayor to notify the Council, in a hand-delivered letter, of his appointment of the position of City Solicitor in the City of Pawtucket.

THE RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR RABBITT.

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

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Mayor Robert E. Metivier, regarding the position of City Solicitor.

The Council would like his opinion on the following:

1.         Hiring an outside law firm to handle the City’s legal business.

2.         Making the City Solicitor’s position a tenured position, so that he or she would not have to worry about losing his or her job when a new mayor comes in.

3.         Increasing the salary of the City Solicitor to make it equitable for a full-time position.

THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATION IS READ AND ORDERED FILED AND REFERRED TO THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:

Communication from His Honor Mayor Robert E. Metivier, to Pawtucket City Council Members. (Veto Message regarding "Ordinance to Amend Chapter 2063 of the City of Pawtucket Entitled "Installation of a Panic Button System in Business Establishments Operating Between the Hours of 11:00 P.M. and 5:00 A.M.)

THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATION WAS LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD MAY 6, 1992, AND IS AGAIN TAKEN UP AND IS AGAIN LAID ON THE TABLE UNTIL AFTER A REVIEW OF THE FISCAL YEAR 1993 CITY BUDGET, ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:

Communication from Peter P. Granieri, Jr., P.E., Acting Director of Public Works, to Members of the City Council. (Approval to Purchase Equipment and Supplies from Cemetery Account 709–4120711–0092)

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR RABBITT.

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

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Peter Granieri, Acting Director of Public Works, Requesting an inventory of all public works equipment owned by the City of Pawtucket.

Petition for AUTO REPAIR SHOP LICENSE AND SECOND HAND SHOP LICENSE of Star Auto Sales Inc., 512 York Avenue, Tax Assessor’s Plat 28, Lot 1006, to keep a shop for the purpose of purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically used automobiles and repairing the same, which was advertised for a hearing at this time, is taken up:

Speaking in favor is Anthony Salvatore, Boston Neck Road, Narragansett.

Mr. Salvatore reads a letter from Mr. Rendine stating that Auto Repair Shops and Second Hand Shops are legal, non-conforming use of the property. He presents a parking plan showing parking for the entire building.

Mr. Salvatore states that he will not rent out portions of the building, so if he needs to expand, he will use the rest of the building. Originally the area was for 14 spaces.

Mr. Salvatore states that he received verbal permission from Cala Fruit Company to use that lot for parking, but gives no definite number of spaces provided.

He states there are 3 legal parking spaces on the street, and there will only be two after he puts in the garage door; and 2–4 spaces in the front of building.

Mr. Salvatore discusses the petition against the application.

He discusses the following concerns:

1.         He can address the parking problem.

2.         He doesn’t believe that the business will cause constant traffic problems.

3.         By fixing the building, he feels he will not decrease property values.

Mr. Salvatore states that he did not contact neighbors about their concerns, but he did try to speak to Mr. Rogers, but was shut off.

He currently has 13 cars in North Providence, which are not being junked. He is selling mostly high line cars. He states that the hours will be from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM.

Mr. Salvatore submits a petition and parking plan for the record which is Ordered file.

Upon Motion made by Councilor Rabbitt, seconded by Councilor Vieira, the following petition is LAID ON THE TABLE on a unanimous voice vote:

Petition for AUTO REPAIR SHOP LICENSE AND SECOND HAND SHOP LICENSE of Star Auto Sales Inc., 512 York Avenue, Tax Assessor’s Plat 28, Lot 1006, to keep a shop for the purpose of purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically used automobiles and repairing the same. LIC #30124 & #40105

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.

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

032      RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE CARE OF BURIAL LOTS OF MATTHEW S. OGARA.

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

032      RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE CARE OF BURIAL LOTS OF FRANCES DRAPER.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR KINDER.

With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Kinder introduces the following entitled resolution:

RESOLUTION REDEDICATING THE METROPOLITAN PARK AS "MAYOR LAWRENCE A. MCCARTHY PARK".

Upon Motion made by Councilor Kinder, seconded by Councilor Vieira, the following resolution is referred to the Property Committee on a unanimous voice vote:

RESOLUTION REDEDICATING THE METROPOLITAN PARK AS "MAYOR LAWRENCE A. MCCARTHY PARK".

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CLEMENT.

With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Clement introduces the following entitled resolution:

330      RESOLUTION REQUESTING THAT ALL RETAILERS NOT SELL "SERIAL KILLER" TRADING CARDS.

Upon Motion made by Councilor Clement, seconded by Councilor Kinder, the following resolution is read and passed on a unanimous voice vote:

RESOLUTION REQUESTING THAT ALL RETAILERS NOT SELL "SERIAL KILLER" TRADING CARDS.

THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD ON MAY 6, 1992, AND IS AGAIN TAKEN UP AND IS AGAIN LAID ON THE TABLE AN A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:

RESOLUTION ABATING REAL, PERSONAL AND TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY TAXES, MOTOR VEHICLES TAXES AMOUNTING TO $881,761.66

COUNCILOR DOYLE LEAVES AT 11:24 PM.

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

Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Calista, Kinder, Moran and Vieira.

Noes - 0

Abstains - Councilors Clement and Rabbitt.

619      Councilor Brenda Clement Abstains based on her statement that "several non-profits of which I am a member may benefit from CDBG Funds" (report filed)

619      Councilor Kevin J. Rabbitt Abstains based on his statement that "Family member is on the Board" (report filed)

588      RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION FOR FUNDS UNDER THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MORAN.

With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Moran introduces the following petition:

327      Petition from the residents of Wendell Street, to Pawtucket City Council. (Wendell Street - one way)

Upon Motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Vieira, the following petition is referred to the Traffic Department on a unanimous voice vote:

Petition from the residents of Wendell Street, to Pawtucket City Council. (Wendell Street - one way)

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 Mayor Robert E. Metivier, requesting that he have a police officer stationed at the corner of Cottage Street and Newport Avenue between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday, to monitor traffic.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MORAN.

With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Moran introduces the following communications:

622      Communication from Frank A. Rendine, P.E., Director of Zoning and Code Enforcement, to City Council President John J. Barry, III. (L & L Sunoco Gas Service Station)

622      Communication from Frank A. Rendine, P.E., Director of Zoning and Code Enforcement, to L & L Sunoco Service Station. (Property location at 736 Broadway)

Upon Motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Vieira, the following communications are Read and Ordered Filed.

Communication from Frank A. Rendine, P.E., Director of Zoning and Code Enforcement, to City Council President John J. Barry, III. (L & L Sunoco Gas Service Station)

Communication from Frank A. Rendine, P.E., Director of Zoning and Code Enforcement, to L & L Sunoco Service Station. (Property location at 736 Broadway)

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 L & L Sunoco Inc., requesting that he attend a pre-council session on Wednesday, June 10, 1992. The purpose of the session is to discuss a violation of selling used cars without the proper license.

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 John W. Tomlinson, Chief of Police, requesting monthly reports for the last two months regarding the P.A.R.E. Program.

COUNCILOR DOYLE RETURNS AT 11:26 PM.

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

588      RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING STUDENTS, FACULTY, PARISH STAFF AND FAMILY ON THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF ST. MARY’S SCHOOL AND WISHES THEM GREAT SUCCESS.

Submitted by:   Council President John J. Barry, III, Councilor District Four

Councilor Mary E. Bray, District Five

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

588      RESOLUTION SUPPORTING 92-H 8558 "AN ACT RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES".

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

588      RESOLUTION SUPPORTING 92-S 1597 "AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY—SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT".

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

588      RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE PURCHASING DIRECTOR TO PREPARE AND SUBMIT A MONTHLY REPORT OF ALL EMERGENCY PURCHASES TO THE PAWTUCKET CITY COUNCIL.

Submitted by:   Councilor David P. Moran, District One

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CLEMENT.

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

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Raymond W. Houle, Jr., Director of Administration, asking what purchasing procedures were used for the renovations to the City Clerk and City Council offices.

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

588      RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING BOB AND JACKIE BRASSARD FOR THEIR OUTSTANDING COMMITMENT TO THE COMMUNITY AND IN RECEIVING THE JEFFERSON AWARD.

Submitted by:   Councilor J. Raymond Kinder, Council-at-Large

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

588      RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING NICHOLAS ESTRELLA FOR HIS ACHIEVEMENT IN WINNING THE ARROW OF LIGHT AWARD.

Submitted by:   Councilor J. Raymond Kinder, Council-at-Large

THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION IS TAKEN UP:

RESOLUTION URGING PASSAGE OF THE LEGISLATION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET TO PROVIDE FOR THE SYNCHRONIZATION OF THE CITY’S TAX AND FISCAL YEAR AND TO ISSUE NOT MORE THAN $40,000,000 BONDS AND NOTES THEREFORE.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR DOYLE.

With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Doyle requests that the resolution Entitled "RESOLUTION URGING PASSAGE OF THE LEGISLATION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET TO PROVIDE FOR THE SYNCHRONIZATION OF THE CITY’S TAX AND FISCAL YEAR AND TO ISSUE NOT MORE THAN $40,000,000 BONDS AND NOTES THEREFORE" BE AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:

To add BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this legislation should include a provision to allow the placement of the referendum on the ballot at any regular election within the next five years.

Upon Motion made by Councilor Doyle, seconded by the entire City Council, the following amendment to the Resolution Entitled "RESOLUTION URGING PASSAGE OF THE LEGISLATION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET TO PROVIDE FOR THE SYNCHRONIZATION OF THE CITY’S TAX AND FISCAL YEAR AND TO ISSUE NOT MORE THAN $40,000,000 BONDS AND NOTES THEREFORE, is passed on a roll call vote, as follows:

Ayes - President Barry, Councilors, Bray, Calista, Clement, Doyle, Kinder, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

To add BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this legislation should include a provision to allow the placement of the referendum on the ballot at any regular election within the next five years.

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

Ayes - President Barry, Councilors, Bray, Calista, Clement, Doyle, Kinder, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

588      RESOLUTION URGING PASSAGE OF THE LEGISLATION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET TO PROVIDE FOR THE SYNCHRONIZATION OF THE CITY’S TAX AND FISCAL YEAR AND TO ISSUE NOT MORE THAN $40,000,000 BONDS AND NOTES.

THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION IS STRICKEN FROM THE DOCKET ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:

023      RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CALSITA.

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

588      Communication from Karen S.D. Grande, Tillinghast, Collins and Graham, to Richard J. Goldstein, City Clerk. (Revised Resolution of the City Council Authorizing the Issuance of General Obligation Refunding Bonds)

Upon Motion made by Councilor Calista, seconded by Councilor Kinder, the following communication is Read and Ordered Filed.

Communication from Karen S.D. Grande, Tillinghast, Collins and Graham, to Richard J. Goldstein, City Clerk. (Revised Resolution of the City Council Authorizing the Issuance of General Obligation Refunding Bonds)

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CALSITA.

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

588      RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET.

Upon Motion made by Councilor Calista, seconded by Councilor Kinder, 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 AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET.

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

Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Calista, Clement, Doyle, Kinder, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

330      CH 2250 ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 2251 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A PAY PLAN FOR THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET". (Police Payroll Clerk)

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

Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Calista, Clement, Doyle, Kinder, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 2194 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET ESTABLISHING A MAXIMUM NUMBER OF LIQUOR LICENSES WITHIN THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET.

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

Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Calista, Clement, Doyle, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - Councilor Kinder.

ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 2249 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE REGARDING PROMPT PAYMENT BY THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET."

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

Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Calista, Clement, Doyle, Kinder, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.

Noes - 0

ORDINANCE ENTITLED CLEARANCE OF VACANT LAND VACANT LOTS AND VACANT FIELDS.

Submitted by:   Kevin J. Rabbitt, Councilor District Three

THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD MAY 6, 1992, IS AGAIN TAKEN UP AND IS READ FOR THE FIRST TIME AND PASSED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS:

Ayes - Councilors Calista, Clement, Doyle, Kinder and Rabbitt.

Noes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Moran and Vieira.

ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 1810, 1845, 1853, 1899, 1933, 2007, 2037, AND 2114 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 10 TO THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM, AMENDING SAID PLAN BY ADDING THERETO PROVISIONS FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AREAS FOR PROJECT NO. P-CDA-XVII (See Exhibit A) (Peerless Building)

THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE ARE LAID ON THE TABLE AND REFERRED TO THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:

ORDINANCE RELATING TO NEPOTISM. (Copy of Ordinance to be distributed prior to Council Meeting)

Submitted by:   Councilor Brenda J. Clement, Council-at-Large

ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE TIPS PROGRAM. (Copy of Ordinance to be distributed prior to Council Meeting)

Submitted by:   Councilor Brenda J. Clement

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VIEIRA.

With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Vieira introduces the following entitled Ordinance:

ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE PAY PLAN FOR THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET. (City Solicitor)

Upon Motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Calista, the following Ordinance is LAID ON THE TABLE on a unanimous voice vote:

ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE PAY PLAN FOR THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET. (City Solicitor)

THE FOLLOWING PETITION WAS LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD MAY 6, 1992, AND IS AGAIN TAKEN UP AND IS AGAIN 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

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

AUTO REPAIR SHOP (RENEWAL)

*Agency Auto Sales Inc., 65 East Avenue, LIC#30002

Cesar’s Car Palace Inc., 519 Pawtucket Avenue LIC #30023

Modern Auto Inc., 531 Main Street LIC#30077

Monarock Truck & Trailer Service Inc., 350 Walcott Street LIC#30079

Thomas Palangio and Nicholas D’Amica d/b/a Consumers Auto Sales and Service, 610 Weeden Street LIC#30085

*STIPULATION THAT NO AUTO BODY AND HEAVY REPAIR WORK SHALL BE DONE ON THE PREMISES.

ENTERTAINMENT

Rhode Island Trucking Association for license to conduct Truck Driving Championship Race at New England Tractor Trailer Training School on Prospect Street, Saturday, July 11, 1992, at 7:00 am - 3:00 pm LIC#778

FORTUNE TELLER’S LICENSE (RENEWAL)

Christina White d/b/a Miss White’s Tea Room, 818 Newport Avenue LIC#855

GAME ROOM (RENEWAL)

Boulevard Billiard Club, 508 1/2 Armistice Blvd LIC#80001

MOBILE FOOD VENDOR (NEW)

Domenic Africo d/b/a Domenicks Frozen Lemonade and Ice Cream, Bus: 970 Douglas Pike, Smithfield RI LIC#115

PINBALL & AMUSEMENT DEVICES (ALL RENEWALS)

342 East Avenue Inc. d/b/a East Avenue Cafe, 344 East Ave. (ONE) LIC#70001

1537 Corp d/b/a M Spumoni & Family, 1537–1539 Newport Ave. (TWO) LIC#70002

The American Polish Mutual Association, 927–929 Central Ave. (ONE) LIC#70003

Aurora C. Antunes d/b/a Belmont Cafe, 1513–1515 Newport Ave & 747 Cottage St. (TWO) LIC#70004

Blarney Stone Pub Inc., 142 & 146 Dexter St. (ONE) LIC#70007

Boulevard Billiard Club, 508 1/2 Armistice Blvd. (FIVE) LIC#70008

C.M. Teens Inc. d/b/a Images, 44 East Ave. (TWO) LIC#70010

Cape Verdean American Lounge Inc., 17 Exchange St. (ONE) LIC#70011

Celtic Pub Inc. d/b/a Celtic Pub, 755 Broadway & 5 Columbine Ave. (TWO) LIC#70012

Clube Social Portugues Inc., 131 School St. (TWO) LIC#70013

Elias Dernikos d/b/a City Line Pizza & Restaurant, 592–594 Pawtucket Avenue. LIC#70014

Duffin’s Pub Inc., 215 Division St. (TWO) LIC#70015

Fred’s Place Inc., 4 Grace St. (FOUR) LIC#70016

G I Veterans Association Club Inc. d/b/a Archie’s Tavern, 47 Mendon Ave. (ONE) LIC#70017

Happy Hour Club, 404 Benefit St. (ONE) LIC#70018

Harry O’s Place Inc d/b/a Harry O’s Place, 605–607 Broadway. (ONE) LIC#70019

J.A.R. Beverage Inc. d/b/a Murray’s Pub, 1091 Main St. (TWO) LIC#70020

LeFoyer Club, 151 Fountain St. (TWO) LIC#70023

M and S Barbosa Tavern Inc. d/b/a G & T Tavern, 185 Dexter St. (TWO) LIC#70024

Armindo J Marques d/b/a Boulevard Tap, 572 Armistice Blvd. (ONE) LIC#70025

Maugus Corporation d/b/a The Ground Round, 2 George St. (TEN) LIC#70026

Pawtucket Lodge of Elks No 920, 27 Exchange St. (ONE) LIC#70027

Peddlers Inn Inc., 94 Middle St. (ONE) LIC#70028

S & L Inc. d/b/a Cafe Ordway, 3 Ordway St. (ONE) LIC#70031

South End Saloon Inc. d/b/a The Corner Pocket, 569 Broadway. (ONE) LIC#70032

Stooge’s Inc. d/b/a Stooge’s Pub & Deli, 90 Broad St. (TWO) LIC#70033

Surkont’s Inc. d/b/a Surkont’s Cafe, 140–142 Japonica St. (ONE) LIC#70034

Swallow Club, 21 & 25 Kenyon Ave. (ONE) LIC#70035

Town Lounge Inc., 451 Prospect St. (TWO) LIC#70036

Vet’s Bar & Grill Inc., 623 Central Ave. (TWO) LIC#70037

SECOND HAND SHOP (RENEWAL)

*Agency Auto Sales Inc., 65 East Street LIC#40002

Cesar’s Car Palace Inc., 519 Pawtucket Avenue LIC#40019

Modern Auto Inc., 531 Main Street LIC#40063

Monarock Truck & Trailer Service Inc., 350 Walcott Street LIC#40109

Prime Auto Brokers Inc., 888 Central Avenue LIC#40080

*STIPULATION THAT NO AUTO BODY AND HEAVY REPAIR WORK SHALL BE DONE ON THE PREMISES.

SUNDAY SALES (FIRST CLASS) NEW

Christy Mihos d/b/a Christy’s Market, 755 Mineral Spring Avenue LIC#20040

SUNDAY SALES (FIRST CLASS) RENEWAL

Ernest J. Kenney Jr and John J Kenney d/b/a Kenny’s Variety Store, 548 Smithfield Avenue LIC#20043

VICTUALLING HOUSE (FIRST CLASS) NEW

Berg Eatery Inc. d/b/a Valerie Anne’s, 727 East Avenue LIC#255

VICTUALLING HOUSE (FIRST CLASS)

Frank Silva d/b/a Leaning Tower of Pizza (transfer from Dice Pizza), 549 Armistice Boulevard LIC#256

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

Mario and Maria Fiqueriedo - No amount specified

Tina Kachuk - No amount specified

Luke J. Malloy - $335.00

Damicel M. Rameika - No amount specified

Marie Patnaude - $394.45

Ernest Potter - $75.00

Gregory Thorpe - $100,000.00

Steven R. Webb - $260.00

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR DOYLE.

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

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Mayor Robert E. Metivier, asking that the appropriate department maintain the median strip on Armistice Boulevard.

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR RABBITT.

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

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to James Kulczycki, Director of Park, requesting that he attend a pre-council session scheduled for June 10, 1992, regarding the maintenance plan for Slater Park.

Upon Motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Kinder, the meeting is adjourned at twelve twenty five o’clock p.m.

May 20, 1992 - Regular City Council Session
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