City Council, January 5, 2000
A regular session of the Pawtucket City Council is held Wednesday, January 5, 2000, at eight five o’clock p.m., in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 137 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket, RI.
Present – President Barry, Councilors Bray, Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
Absent – Councilor Carr.
President Barry presides.
The reading of the records of December 17, and 23, 1999, is dispensed with and the records are APPROVED as prepared by the Clerk.
Upon motion made by Councilor Bray, seconded by Councilor Grebien, the *Consent Agenda is APPROVED, on a unanimous voice vote.
*THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATIONS ARE READ AND ORDERED FILED:
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 Joe Roque, Purchasing Agent, regarding the rules and regulations for the distribution of surplus/obsolete equipment.
The Council is asking for the following information:
1. A list of all city surplus/obsolete equipment sold over the last 12 months with the details regarding the sale, such as, to whom and for how much.
2. A list of all city surplus/obsolete equipment trashed over the last 12 months and how it was disposed of.
3. Copies of the notices as described in the standard operating procedure, which is mentioned in his communication dated December 12, 1999.
The Council is further requesting that copies of lists of all future surplus/obsolete equipment be forwarded to the Council prior to their disposition.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MORAN.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Wildenhain, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to His Honor, Mayor James E. Doyle, concerning the communication from Joseph Roque, Purchasing Agent, regarding the disposition of surplus equipment in the City.
The Council would like to know the Mayor’s feelings about this issue and if he concurs with Mr. Roque’s interpretation of the section of the City Charter dealing with the distribution of surplus equipment.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR HODGE.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Hodge, seconded by Councilor Grebien, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Michael D. Cassidy, Director, Planning and Redevelopment, requesting that he forward the information concerning grants for the 2000 Youth Litter/Conservation Corps to those non profit organizations holding a 501(c)3 status, who are eligible to apply for grant funds
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CLEMENTE.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Clemente, seconded by Councilor Moran, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to request that Newton Carrasco appear for a Formal Hearing on January 19, 2000, to discus the charge of failure to comply with State Law relative to hours of operation (RIGL 5-24-1)
Petition for Auto Repair Shop and Second Hand Shop Licenses Class A & B of U-Haul Company of Rhode Island, Inc., d/b/a U-Haul Center of Pawtucket, 2 Lonsdale Avenue & 125 Newell Avenue, Tax Assessor’s Plat 57, Lots 484, 517, to keep a shop for the purpose of repairing automobiles and purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically used vehicles, auto parts, and moving equipment, LIC# 40257, and LIC# 30246, which was advertised for a hearing at this time is taken up:
Speaking in favor is John McBurney, Attorney, 100 Cottage Street, representing the applicant.
Mr. McBurney states that the U-Haul Company has purchased the Monet property and intends to open a full service center similar to the U-Haul in East Providence.
The business will consist of rentals and sales of boxes, tapes, etc. There will only be minor repair work done to their own vehicles, specifically minor scratches and dents. They will also sell their own vehicles when they become obsolete.
Mr. McBurney states that U-Haul has met with the neighbors, and have invested millions of dollars into this business.
Mr. McBurney introduces Bob Fico, Marketing President.
Mr. Fico states that the hours of operation will be 7:00 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Thursday, Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Saturday 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., and on Sunday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Mr. Fico states that they will be hiring 20-30 employees and priority will be given to hiring Pawtucket residents.
The building will be properly maintained and improvements will be done to the landscaping.
Councilor Bray states that if this license is approved the following stipulation will be a condition to the granting.
STIPULATIONS ON U-HAUL
1. Repair of U-Haul Vehicles only
2. No Auto Body Work
3. No spray painting
4. All repair work shall be conducted inside garage area
5. No used auto parts or junk shall be stored outside.
6. Shall adhere to current zoning regulations for landscaping of parking lots
7. No auto repair work on Sundays
8. Schedule a meeting with the neighbors on Hayward Street within 6-8 weeks to review operation of business.
Speaking in opposition is John Docouto, of Hayward Street.
Mr. Docouto states that he is speaking for the residents of Hayward Street, and states that they are all in opposition to any auto body type of work being done at this location.
THE PUBLIC HEARING IS RECESSED AT EIGHT THIRTY O’CLOCK P.M.
COUNCILOR BRAY LEAVES THE CHAMBERS AT EIGHT THIRTY O’CLOCK P.M.
The following resolution is read and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES - President Barry, Councilors Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
The following resolution is read and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES - President Barry, Councilors Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
The following resolution is read and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES - President Barry, Councilors Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
The following resolution is read and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES - President Barry, Councilors Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
The following resolution is read and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES - President Barry, Councilors Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
The following resolution is read and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES - President Barry, Councilors Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY PROPERTY COMMITTEE, THE FOLLOWING REQUEST IS DENIED, ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR GREBIEN.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Grebien introduces Exhibit A, to add to the following resolution:
RESOLUTION CONVEYING EASEMENTS OVER CONCORD STREET TO CENTRAL SOYA COMPANY, INC.
Upon motion made by Councilor Grebien, seconded by Councilor Clemente, Exhibit A is ADDED to the following resolution, on a unanimous voice vote:
RESOLUTION CONVEYING EASEMENTS OVER CONCORD STREET TO CENTRAL SOYA COMPANY, INC.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY PROPERTY COMMITTEE, THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION IS READ AND PASSED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
AYES - President Barry, Councilors Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MORAN.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Wildenhain, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to His Honor, Governor Lincoln Almond, requesting a status report regarding the disposition of the tattoo sign located at 1518 Newport Avenue in the City of Pawtucket.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MORAN.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Grebien, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Robert Paquin, Director, US Department of Housing & Urban Development, requesting a status report as to the investigation on the Pawtucket Housing Authority and is asking for some correspondence as to what the status of the investigation is and why there is a delay in any response to this issue.
The Council further states that they are displeased at the lack of response they have received regarding this matter.
The following resolution is taken up:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PAWTUCKET PUBLIC BUILDINGS AUTHORITY TO RELEASE $1,200,000 OF THE $10,000,000 BOND ISSUE PASSED BY THE VOTERS ON NOVEMBER 4, 1997, FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE PAWTUCKET WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM, THE REMAINING FUNDS SHALL REMAIN FROZEN UNTIL AUTHORIZED FOR USE BY THE CITY COUNCIL.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR HODGE.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Hodge introduces the following amendments to the resolution entitled “RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PAWTUCKET PUBLIC BUILDINGS AUTHORITY TO RELEASE $1,200,000 OF THE $10,000,000 BOND ISSUE PASSED BY THE VOTERS ON NOVEMBER 4, 1997, FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE PAWTUCKET WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM, THE REMAINING FUNDS SHALL REMAIN FROZEN UNTIL AUTHORIZED FOR USE BY THE CITY COUNCIL”:
Change the following:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, THAT THE PAWTUCKET CITY COUNCIL, AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCILOR THOMAS E. HODGE, DOES HEREBY AUTHORIZE REQUEST THAT THE PAWTUCKET PUBLIC BUILDINGS AUTHORITY TO RELEASE $1,200,000 OF THE $10,000,000 BOND ISSUE PASSED BY THE VOTERS ON NOVEMBER 4, 1997, FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE PAWTUCKET WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, THAT THE REMAINDER OF THESE FUNDS SHALL REMAIN FROZEN UNTIL THE CITY COUNCIL IS FULLY INFORMED OF THEIR USE AND IS SATISFIED THAT THE USE IS WHAT THE VOTERS APPROVED AUTHORIZED FOR USE BY THE CITY COUNCIL.
Upon motion made by Councilor Hodge, seconded by Councilor Grebien, the following amendments are APPROVED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES - Councilors Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
PASS – President Barry.
Change the following:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, THAT THE PAWTUCKET CITY COUNCIL, AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCILOR THOMAS E. HODGE, DOES HEREBY AUTHORIZE REQUEST THAT THE PAWTUCKET PUBLIC BUILDINGS AUTHORITY TO RELEASE $1,200,000 OF THE $10,000,000 BOND ISSUE PASSED BY THE VOTERS ON NOVEMBER 4, 1997, FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE PAWTUCKET WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, THAT THE REMAINDER OF THESE FUNDS SHALL REMAIN FROZEN UNTIL THE CITY COUNCIL IS FULLY INFORMED OF THEIR USE AND IS SATISFIED THAT THE USE IS WHAT THE VOTERS APPROVED AUTHORIZED FOR USE BY THE CITY COUNCIL.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR HOYAS.
Upon motion made by Councilor Hoyas, seconded by Councilor Wildenhain, the following resolution is LAID ON THE TABLE and is REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE, on a unanimous voice vote:
RESOLUTION REQUESTING THAT THE PAWTUCKET PUBLIC BUILDINGS AUTHORITY TO RELEASE $1,200,000 OF THE $10,000,000 BOND ISSUE PASSED BY THE VOTERS ON NOVEMBER 4, 1997, FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE PAWTUCKET WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM, THE REMAINING FUNDS SHALL REMAIN FROZEN UNTIL THE CITY COUNCIL IS FULLY INFORMED OF THEIR USE AND IS SATISFIED THAT THE USE IS WHAT THE VOTERS APPROVED, AS AMENDED.
COUNCILOR BRAY RETURNS TO THE CHAMBER AT NINE TWO O’CLOCK P.M.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR GREBIEN.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Grebien, seconded by Councilor Moran, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Pamela M. Callahan, P.E., Chief Engineer, Pawtucket Water Supply Board, requesting a complete listing of all work done on city streets by the Water Supply Board over the past two years.
The Clerk is further instructed to forward this list to John E. Carney, Director of Public Works, and request that he inspect the work to determine if it was properly finished and restored to it’s original condition.
THE PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FOLLOWING LICENSE IS RECONVENED AT NINE FIVE O’CLOCK P.M.
Petition for Auto Repair Shop and Second Hand Shop Licenses Class A & B of U-Haul Company of Rhode Island, Inc., d/b/a U-Haul Center of Pawtucket, 2 Lonsdale Avenue & 125 Newell Avenue, Tax Assessor’s Plat 57, Lots 484, 517, to keep a shop for the purpose of repairing automobiles and purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically used vehicles, auto parts, and moving equipment, LIC# 40257
There are no other speakers. The Hearing is closed.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR BRAY.
Upon motion made by Councilor Bray, seconded by Councilor Hodge, the following license is APPROVED on a unanimous voice vote with the following STIPULATIONS:
Petition for Auto Repair Shop and Second Hand Shop Licenses Class A & B of U-Haul Company of Rhode Island, Inc., d/b/a U-Haul Center of Pawtucket, 2 Lonsdale Avenue & 125 Newell Avenue, Tax Assessor’s Plat 57, Lots 484, 517, to keep a shop for the purpose of repairing automobiles and purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically used vehicles, auto parts, and moving equipment, LIC# 40257
STIPULATIONS ON U-HAUL
1. Repair of U-Haul Vehicles only
2. No Auto Body Work
3. No spray painting
4. All repair work shall be conducted inside garage area
5. No used auto parts or junk shall be stored outside.
6. Shall adhere to current zoning regulations for landscaping of parking lots
7. No auto repair work on Sundays
8. Schedule a meeting with the neighbors on Hayward Street within 6-8 weeks to review operation of business.
The following license is APPROVED on a unanimous voice vote:
SUNDAY SALES 2nd Class New –
U-Haul Company of Rhode Island, Inc., d/b/a U-Haul Center of Pawtucket, 2 Lonsdale Avenue & 125 Newell Avenue, LIC# 20360
The following license is APPROVED on a unanimous voice vote:
VICTUALLING HOUSE 1st Class –
Mombelly Corporation d/b/a Heritage Tap (transfer from Aline Oddi d/b/a Heritage Tap), 264 Grand Avenue, LIC# 00548
*The following licenses are APPROVED on a unanimous voice vote:
PEDDLER Renewal –
Victor Iannitti, 21 George Street, Pawtucket, RI, LIC# 5
TO PEDDLE: Fruits and Vegetables
LOCATION: Exchange Street & Central Falls Line
VICTUALLING HOUSE 1st Class New –
M.B. Elshanawany d/b/a Benefit Express Mart (Previously A/E Corporation d/b/a Benefit Express Mart), 364 Benefit Street, LIC#00550
VICTUALLING HOUSE 1st Class Renewal –
Sembel Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a Goff Gas, 75 Goff Avenue, LIC# 00533
*THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS:
Richard H. James, by Atty. Thomas J. Fay – NO AMOUNT SPECIFIED
Jonathan H. Louttit - $443.10
Robert Pine, by Atty. Joseph R. Ballirano - $500,000.00
Mary Ann Spooner, by Atty. Joseph A. Capineri - $100,000.00
PRESIDENT BARRY SUBMITS TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE RECORD, THE FOLLOWING COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS:
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEES FOR 2000 – 2002
| ANIMAL CONTROL COMMITTEE | LICENSE COMMITTEE |
| Chair Paul J. Wildenhain | Chair Thomas E. Hodge |
| David P. Moran | David Clemente |
| Robert E. Carr | Raymond T. Hoyas, Jr. |
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| CEMETERIES COMMITTEE | ORDINANCE COMMITTEE |
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| Chair Thomas E. Hodge | Chair Thomas E. Hodge |
| Robert E. Carr | Paul J. Wildenhain |
| Donald R. Grebien | Donald R. Grebien |
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| CITY PROPERTY COMMITTEE | PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE |
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| Chair Donald R. Grebien | Chair Raymond T. Hoyas |
| Thomas E. Hodge | David Clemente |
| David Clemente | Paul J. Wildenhain |
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| CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS | RECREATION COMMITTEE |
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| Chair Robert E.Carr | Chair David P. Moran |
| Paul J. Wildenhain | Donald R. Grebien |
| David Clemente | Raymond T. Hoyas, Jr. |
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| ENERGY COMMITTEE | SNOW REMOVAL COMMITTEE |
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| Chair Paul J. Wildenhain | Chair David Clemente |
| David Clemente | Robert E. Carr |
| Raymond T. Hoyas, Jr. | Raymond T. Hoyas, Jr. |
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| ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITTEE | PARKS COMMISSION SUB COMMITTEE |
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| Chair David Clemente | Three At-Large Councilors |
| Donald R. Grebien | Chair Thomas E. Hodge |
| Thomas E. Hodge | |
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| FINANCE COMMITTEE | FIRE WORKS COMMITTEE-LIAISON TO CITIZENS FIREWORKS COMMITTEE |
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| Chair David P. Moran | David Clemente |
| Mary E. Bray | Donald R. Grebien |
| Paul J. Wildenhain | |
AD HOC COMMITTEES
| AFFIRMATIVE ACTION COMMITTEE DARE FUND | SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION/ |
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| Councilor David P. Moran | Chair Robert E. Carr |
| 4 Members of the Public Sector | Mary E. Bray |
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| ABANDONED PROPERTIES APARTMENT UNITS | COMMITTEE TO STUDY ILLEGAL |
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| Chair Thomas E. Hodge | Chair David Clemente |
| Donald R. Grebien | Mary E. Bray |
| Mary E. Bray | Donald R. Grebien |
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| MILLENNIUM COMMITTEE TASK FORCE | SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION |
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| Chair Raymond T. Hoyas, Jr. | |
| Mary E. Bray | Paul J. Wildenhain will be the |
| John J. Barry, III | City Council Representative |
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| TAX TREATY COMMITTEE | YEAR 2000 CENSUS COMMITTEE |
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| Chair Robert E. Carr | Chair Robert E. Carr |
| David P. Moran | Mary E. Bray |
| Thomas E. Hodge | Raymond T. Hoyas, Jr. |
Upon motion made by Councilor Hoyas, seconded by Councilor Moran, the meeting is adjourned at nine thirteen o’clock p.m.