City Council, October 23, 1996.
A regular session of the City Council is held Wednesday, October 23, 1996, at eight eight o’clock p.m. All the members are present and President Barry presides.
THE COUNCIL RECESSES IMMEDIATELY TO CONTINUE THE MEETING OF THE BOARD OF LICENSE COMMISSIONERS.
THE COUNCIL RECONVENES AT EIGHT TEN O’CLOCK P.M.
The reading of the records of October 9, 1996, is dispensed with and the records are APPROVED as prepared by the Clerk.
Upon Motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Butler, 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 CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR DOYLE.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Doyle, seconded by Council Rabbitt, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Ronald J. Leitao, Acting Director of Public Works, to congratulate him for his efforts in seeking contractors who are interested in providing snow plowing services to the city.
Councilor Doyle would encourage him to pursue this effort and in the same motion is suggesting that he re-advertise in December, with the hope of receiving a better response.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MORAN.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Hodge, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Ronald J. Leitao, Acting Director of Public Works, requesting that he provide an update on the status of the private contractors who are interested in providing snow plowing services.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR DOYLE.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Doyle, seconded by Councilor Cute, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Mayor Robert E. Metivier, regarding the decision to hire an outside attorney to review district court cases prior to their prosecution.
The Council is requesting that he re-think his position of hiring an outside attorney, and give serious consideration to having either the City Solicitor, or the Safety Director, who is an attorney, or one of the two police officers currently attending law school assemble the prosecution packages prior to going to court.
Councilor Doyle mentioned that he discussed this matter with one of the police officers currently in law school, who stated that he would be very interested in getting involved in such matters.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VIEIRA.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Cute, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to William Mulholland, Director of Parks and Recreation, requesting that he attend a meeting with the Pawtucket City Council Parks Commission Sub Committee and the Pawtucket Parks Commission. This meeting will be held Wednesday, November 6, 1996. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the issue of placing plaques in front of specific trees purchased through the Memorial Tree Program in the city.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR DOYLE.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Doyle, seconded by Councilor Moran, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Jack Rahill, Finance Director, regarding his letter which included a break-down of the cost savings and the added costs to the city resulting from the new contract between the city and AFSME Council 1012.
His letter compared the actual cost of medical and dental for police and fire, water department, retirees, and municipal. The Council would like the information for municipal employees only.
THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATION WAS LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD OCTOBER 9, 1996, AND IS AGAIN TAKEN UP:
Wallace B. Gernt, 45 Lafayette Street. (to fill the unexpired term of Richard H. James) Term expires September 12, 1999 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, Butler, Cute, Doyle, Hodge, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0.
PAWTUCKET REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Wallace B. Gernt, 45 Lafayette Street. (to fill the unexpired term of Richard H. James) Term expires September 12, 1999.
Thomas F. Scanlon, 88 Rosemere Road. Term expires first Monday in August, 2001 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, Butler, Cute, Doyle, Hodge, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0.
PARKS COMMISSION
Thomas F. Scanlon, 88 Rosemere Road. Term expires first Monday in August, 2001.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CUTE.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Cute introduces the following resolution:
Submitted by: Susan M. Cute, Councilor-at-Large
Upon motion made by Councilor Cute, seconded by Councilor Bray, the following resolution is read and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Butler, Cute, Doyle, Hodge, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0.
Submitted by: Susan M. Cute, Councilor-at-Large
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR HODGE.
Upon motion made by Councilor Hodge, seconded by Councilor Cute, the Clerk is instructed to prepare a resolution to waive interest payments on the property taxes of residents of the city of Pawtucket who have been laid off from their principal means of employment for six months or longer.
John L. DiPanni, 166 Alexander McGregor Road. Term expires first Monday in August, 2001 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, Butler, Cute, Doyle, Hodge, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0.
PARKS COMMISSION
John L. DiPanni, 166 Alexander McGregor Road. Term expires first Monday in August, 2001.
Petition for SECOND HAND SHOP LICENSE of Dolores LeClaire B & D’s Terrific Treasures, 582 Newport Avenue, Tax Assessor’s Plat 28, Lot 951, to keep a shop for the purpose of purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically second hand clothing, which was advertised for a hearing at this time, is taken up:
There are no speakers.
The Hearing is closed.
Upon motion made by Councilor Rabbitt, seconded by Councilor Butler, the following Petition is LAID ON THE TABLE on a unanimous voice vote.
Petition for SECOND HAND SHOP LICENSE of Dolores LeClaire B & D’s Terrific Treasures, 582 Newport Avenue, Tax Assessor’s Plat 28, Lot 951, to keep a shop for the purpose of purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically second hand clothing.
Petition for SECOND HAND SHOP LICENSE of George F. Thurber d/b/a George’s Games and Music, 101 Main Street, Tax Assessor’s Plat 23, Lot 661, to keep a shop for the purpose of purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically used pin ball machines, pool tables, games of all kinds, etc., which was advertised for hearing at this time, is taken up:
Speaking in favor is George Thurber, 49 Rice Street, Pawtucket, RI, applicant.
Mr. Thurber states that he will be selling used video game machines, pinball machines, and pool tables. In addition to this, he will be selling and renting to businesses. Part of the business is party rentals.
He has parking for 100 cars, three employees, and two trucks.
The next speaker is Ed Sheehan, 8 Ferncrest Dr., Cumberland, RI.
Mr. Sheehan states that he is the property manager for Apex, and is not opposed to this business. However, he is concerned with George Thurber’ s customers using the Apex parking lot.
Mr. Thurber replies that he has more than enough parking, and if Apex needed to, they could use his lot when necessary.
There are no other speakers.
The Hearing is closed.
Upon motion made by Councilor Butler, seconded by Councilor Bray, the following License is GRANTED on a unanimous voice vote.
Petition for SECOND HAND SHOP LICENSE of George F. Thurber d/b/a George’s Games and Music, 101 Main Street, Tax Assessor’s Plat 23, Lot 661, to keep a shop for the purpose of purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically used pin ball machines, pool tables, games of all kinds, etc. LIC#40211
Petitions for AUTO REPAIR SHOP LICENSE AND SECOND HAND SHOP LICENSE of Shant Krikorian d/b/a Fonseca’s Auto Sales, 263 Dexter Street, (transfer from 540 Weeden Street) Tax Assessor’s Plat 44, Lot 250, to keep a shop for the purpose of repairing automobiles and purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically used automobiles and used parts, which was advertised for a hearing at this time, is taken up:
Speaking in favor is Shant Krikorian, 17 Jewel Street, Providence, RI, applicant.
Mr. Krikorian states that he is moving his business from 540 Weeden Street to 263 Dexter Street and he will continue with the same type of business.
Councilor Vieira asks if he would have a problem with stipulations placed on the new location similar to those he had on Weeden Street. Mr. Krikorian replies that he would have no problem with the same type of stipulations.
He further states that there will be no painting or body work on the premises and there will be no towing services provided. Cars will be towed to the business during working hours only.
There are no other speakers.
The Hearing is closed.
Upon motion by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Butler, the following Petitions are GRANTED with the following stipulations on a unanimous voice vote:
*STIPULATIONS.
1. HOURS OF OPERATION SHALL BE 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM - MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:00 AM - 12 NOON - SATURDAYS
2. VEHICLES TOWED TO BUSINESS DURING OPERATING HOURS ONLY.
3. REAR OF BUILDING TO BE KEPT CLEAR OF ALL VEHICLES
4. NO PAINTING OR AUTO BODY WORK ALLOWED
5. OUTSIDE PREMISES TO BE KEPT CLEAN AND FREE OF PARTS, AND DEBRIS
6. NO MORE THAN 12 VEHICLES SHALL BE ALLOWED TO PARK IN FRONT OF PROPERTY.
7. CUSTOMER PARKING SHALL BE MONITORED BY THE OWNER OF BUSINESS
Petitions for AUTO REPAIR SHOP LICENSE AND SECOND HAND SHOP LICENSE of Shant Krikorian d/b/a Fonseca’s Auto Sales, 263 Dexter Street, (transfer from 540 Weeden Street) Tax Assessor’s Plat 44, Lot 250, to keep a shop for the purpose of repairing automobiles and purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically used automobiles and used parts. LIC#30213 & LIC#40214
COUNCILOR VIEIRA LEAVES AT 9:00 P.M.
The following resolution is read and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors, Bray, Butler, Cute, Doyle, Hodge, Moran and Rabbitt.
Noes - 0.
"Should Rhode Island adopt direct voter initiative, which would allow voters to amend the State Constitution and enact State statutes without approval of the General Assembly?"
Submitted by: Councilor David P. Moran District One
COUNCILOR VIEIRA RETURNS AT 9:02 P.M.
Petitions for AUTO REPAIR SHOP LICENSE AND SECOND HAND SHOP LICENSE of Prime Auto Brokers Inc., d/b/a Prime Auto Brokers, 367 Benefit Street, Tax Assessor’s Plat 4, Lot 1054, to keep a shop for the purpose of repairing automobiles and purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically used automobiles only, which was advertised for a hearing at this time, is taken up:
Speaking in favor is Farrell Jaffa, 178 Concord Avenue, Cranston, RI, applicant.
Mr. Jaffa states that he is now located on Broadway and this will be an Annex to. that business.
The front of the building is on Benefit Street; however, his part of the building is in the rear which is accessible from Slade Street. There will be no activity for his business through the Benefit Street entrance.
He states he can service six cars at one time inside the building and the lot is large enough to park 20 cars. He states that he has a zoning certificate approving the location for this type of business.
There will be no body work or painting done at this location. There will be four people working at this location. The hours of operation will be 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. (Summer hours); 9:00 a.m. -6:30 p.m. (Winter hours); 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays.
He states there will not be any cars parked on the street. Also, he has an alarm system and outdoor lighting is installed.
Speaking is opposition is Romeo Robitaille, 53 Slade Street, Pawtucket, RI.
Mr. Robitaille states that he lives two houses away. He states that there is already another similar type business in this area (Belanger Repairs), and a car rental company. Traffic is a problem already and this will increase this problem. He states that 20 cars in the lot will make the property look like a junk yard.
Speaking in opposition is Ernest Marot, 389 Benefit Street, Pawtucket, RI.
Mr. Marot states that he agrees with everything that Mr. Robitaille said.
Mr. Marot asks if a waste disposal license has been obtained. Mr. Jaffa states that he does not change oil; therefore he does not need a waste disposal license.
Mr. Marot also states his concerns about air pollution.
Speaking in opposition is John Joseph, 393 Benefit Street, Pawtucket, RI.
Mr. Joseph states that he agrees with Mr. Marot. He also adds that Tweed Street is overcrowded now and traffic congestion is a big problem. He states that there is only one side parking on Tweed Street, which is never enforced.
Speaking in opposition is Carol VanBever. 151 Tweed St, Pawtucket, RI.
Ms. VanBever states that she is concerned with the increase of traffic in the neighborhood and parking is a major problem now.
Speaking in opposition is Eva Morrow, 151 Tweed Street, Pawtucket, RI.
Ms. Morrow states that parking on Tweed Street to Benefit Street is a huge problem. Also, cars are parking on the sidewalk.
Speaking in opposition is Annette Connors, 144 Tweed Street, Pawtucket, RI.
Ms. Connors states that noise, traffic, and lack of parking are big problems now. She states that Mr. Belanger’ s business is in her back yard. She also states that there is no way 20 cars will fit on the parking lot on Slade Street.
Mr. Jaffa states that the lot will be used by the employees for their cars.
He states that in order to obtain a license by the Auto Dealer’ s Commission he must have a few cars for sale parked outside. He will limit the outside cars to three. Everything else will be inside the building which is 3300 square feet. He will not use the street for parking at all.
There are no other speakers.
The Hearing is closed.
Upon motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Butler, the following Petitions are LAID ON THE TABLE on a unanimous voice vote:
Petitions for AUTO REPAIR SHOP LICENSE AND SECOND HAND SHOP LICENSE of Prime Auto Brokers Inc., d/b/a Prime Auto Brokers, 367 Benefit Street, Tax Assessor’s Plat 4, Lot 1054, to keep a shop for the purpose of repairing automobiles and purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically used automobiles only.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MORAN.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Hodge, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Ronald F. Travers, Director of Zoning and Code Enforcement, regarding the building involved in applications for Second Hand Shop and Auto Repair Shop licenses, for Prime Auto Brokers Inc., d/b/a Prime Auto Brokers, 367 Benefit Street.
The Council is requesting that he look at the property at 367 Benefit Street and measure both outside and inside the building to determine how many cars can be parked on the lot and also in the bulling. Councilor Moran is also requesting that he submit a schematic diagram of the lot and building in question.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MORAN.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Hodge, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Michael Burns, Traffic Engineer, regarding complaints and concerns neighbors voiced at a public hearing held for an application for Second Hand Shop and Auto Repair Shop licenses at 367 Benefit Street.
The Council is requesting the following information:
1. How many accidents have occurred in the Tweed Street, Slade Street, Benefit Street area, which is in close proximity to the 367 Benefit Street address?
2. His opinion as to how an additional business in the neighborhood will impact the traffic situation.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR HODGE.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Hodge, seconded by Councilor Moran, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Richard E. DeLyon, Chief of Police, regarding numerous concerns on parking violations in the Slade Street, Tweed Street, Benefit Street area in the City. The Council is requesting that the police strictly enforce the traffic laws in these neighborhoods.
COUNCILOR MORAN LEAVES AT 9:30 P.M.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR HODGE, CHAIR OF THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE.
With majority consent of the City Council, Councilor Hodge returns the following Ordinance from the Ordinance Committee with a recommendation for passage.
Upon motion made by Councilor Hodge, seconded by Councilor Bray, the following Ordinance is read for the first time and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Butler, Cute, Doyle, Hodge, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR HODGE, CHAIR OF THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE.
With majority consent of the City Council, Councilor Hodge returns the following Ordinance from the Ordinance Committee with a recommendation for passage.
Upon motion made by Councilor Hodge, seconded by Councilor Bray, the following Ordinance is read for the first time and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Butler, Cute, Doyle, Hodge, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0.
The following resolution is read and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry Councilors Bray, Butler, Cute, Doyle, Hodge, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR DOYLE.
Upon motion made by Councilor Doyle, seconded by Councilor Hodge, the Clerk is instructed to notify the departments involved in submitting advisory opinions on making Walcott Street a one-way street, to have the opinions ready for the next City Council meeting.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE, THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION IS READ AND PASSED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Butler, Cute, Doyle, Hodge, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE, THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION IS READ AND PASSED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Butler, Cute, Doyle, Hodge, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE, THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION IS READ AND PASSED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Butler, Cute, Doyle, Hodge, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0.
COUNCILOR MORAN RETURNS AT 9:45 P.M.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE, THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION IS READ AND PASSED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Butler, Cute, Doyle, Hodge, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0.
THE COUNCIL RECESSES AT 10:00 o’CLOCK P.M.
THE COUNCIL RECONVENES AT 10:05 O’CLOCK P.M.
THE AD HOC COMMITTEE TO REVIEW PUBLIC HEARING PROCEDURES RETURNS THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WITH A RECOMMENDATION FOR APPROVAL, WHICH IS LAID ON THE TABLE ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL TO CREATE A TWO PART PUBLIC HEARING PROCESS.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CUTE.
Upon Motion made by Councilor Cute, seconded by Councilor Butler, the Ad Hoc Committee is requested to review the resolution amending the rules of the council to create a two part public hearing process.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR BRAY, CHAIR OF THE PROPERTY COMMITTEE.
With majority consent of the City Council, Councilor Bray returns the following resolution from the Property Committee with a recommendation for passage.
Upon motion made by Councilor Bray, seconded by Councilor Rabbitt, the following resolution is read and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Butler, Cute, Doyle, Hodge, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0.
The following Ordinance is read for the second time and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Butler, Cute, Doyle, Hodge, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0.
The following Ordinance is read for the second time and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Butler, Cute, Doyle, Hodge, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0.
The following Ordinance is read for the second time and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Butler, Cute, Doyle, Hodge, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0.
The following Ordinance is read for the second time and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Butler, Cute, Doyle, Hodge, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0.
THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCES ARE LAID ON THE TABLE AND REFERRED TO THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE:
ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 2408 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A PAY PLAN FOR THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET." (Executive Legal Secretary)
ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 363 ARTICLE XI OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET (TAX TREATY OR AGREEMENT REQUEST
THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE IS LAID ON THE TABLE:
ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 108-8 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET, 1996. (Maximum number of liquor licenses)
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CUTE.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Cute introduces the following licenses:
SUNDAY SALES (FIRST CLASS) NEW
Silver Mart Inc. d/b/a Silver Mart, 170 Cottage Street, LIC#20284
VICTUALLING HOUSE (FIRST CLASS) NEW
Silver Mart Inc. d/b/a Silver Mart, 170 Cottage Street, LIC#433
Upon motion made by Councilor Cute, seconded by Councilor Bray, the following licenses are GRANTED on a unanimous voice vote:
SUNDAY SALES (FIRST CLASS) NEW
Silver Mart Inc. d/b/a Silver Mart, 170 Cottage Street, LIC#20284
VICTUALLING HOUSE (FIRST CLASS) NEW
Silver Mart Inc. d/b/a Silver Mart, 170 Cottage Street, LIC#43
THE FOLLOWING LICENSE IS GRANTED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
SUNDAY SALES (SECOND CLASS) NEW
George F. Thurber d/b/a George’s Games and Music, 101 Main Street, LIC#20282
*THE FOLLOWING LICENSE IS GRANTED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
ENTERTAINMENT
St. Edward Church for license to conduct Bazaar & Festival, 396 Weeden Street, on Saturday, November 2, 1996, from 10:00 am - 9:00 pm and Sunday, November 3, 1996, from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm LIC#1041
*THE FOLLOWING BOND IS APPROVED, SURETY NAMED IS ACCEPTED:
Mark Huerta - surety, General Accident Insurance.
*CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS:
John & Kathleen Brown - $1,769.87
Tracy L. Goyette - $100,000.00
Margaret A. Morel - No amount specified
Tracey Poland - $1,000.000.00
Geziel G. Vasconcelos - $2,107.90/3,092.00
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS, THE FOLLOWING CLAIM FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY IS APPROVED FOR PAYMENT ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
Ayes - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Butler, Cute, Doyle, Hodge, Moran, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0.
Claim of Harriet Bellini, in the amount of $150.00
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 FOR FURTHER REVIEW:
Claim of Ken Haggard, in the amount of $75.99
Claim of Maureen E. McElroy, in the amount of $2,809.90
Claim of Robert Crausman, by Met P & C, in the amount of $7,013.14
Claim of Allan Ferraro, by his Attorney Theodore Koban, Esq., in no amount specified.
Claim of Frances D. Jardine, in the amount of $4,559.44
Claim of Roland W. Lemoi, in the amount of $558.00
Claim of Christina Maimoni, by her Attorney Erick T. Grande, Esq., in the amount of $60,000.00
Claim of Audrey J. McCabe, in no amount specified.
Claim of Claire R. Medeiros, in the amount of $3,450.90/$3,625.14
Claim of Pawtucket Firefighter Independent Union, in the amount of $2,114.28
Claim of Denise Servoss, by his Attorney Thomas DiPrete, Esq., in the amount of $100,000.00
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS, THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE DENIED:
Claim of Raymond Mathieu, in the amount $132.00
Claim of Catherine Meunier, in the amount of $1,048.21
COUNCIL PRESIDENT BARRY STEPS DOWN AT 10:08 o’CLOCK P.M.
PRESIDENT PRO-TEMPORE VIEIRA PRESIDES AT 10:08 o’CLOCK P.M.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR BARRY.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Barry, seconded by Councilor Cute, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Ronald F. Travers, Director of Zoning and Code Enforcement, regarding the overwhelming requests for auto repair shop and second hand shop licenses in certain areas that are allowed under the zoning regulations.
Council President Barry is requesting that Mr. Travers, along with the Zoning Board, the Director of Planning and Redevelopment, and the Planning Commission, get together to legally control the increasing problems of these types of businesses going into congested neighborhoods.
The Council is requesting that he make his recommendations to the City Council as to how this problem, which is so detrimental to the neighbors who live in close proximity to such businesses, can be solved.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR HODGE.
Upon motion made by Councilor Hodge, seconded by Councilors Doyle and Rabbitt, the Clerk is requested to prepare an ordinance to increase the salaries of the School Committee members by $1000 and the Chairperson by $1200. It is further requested that the ordinance be sent to the School Committee for their comments.
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 Richard E. DeLyon, Chief of Police, to ask for an update on the P.T.E. Program, beginning with January 1995 to the present.
Specifically, the Council is asking for the number of tickets issued, the amount of money taken in; and the cost to operate this program.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT BARRY PRESIDES AT 10:14 O’CLOCK P.M.
THE COUNCIL RECESSES AT 10:14 O’CLOCK P.M. TO MEET AS THE BOARD OF LICENSE COMMISSIONERS.
THE COUNCIL RECONVENES AT 10:15 O’CLOCK P.M.
Upon motion made by Councilor Vieira, seconded by Councilor Hodge, the meeting is adjourned at ten fifteen o’clock p.m.