City Council, May 9, 2001
A regular session of the Pawtucket City Council is held Wednesday, May 9, 2001, at eight o’clock p.m., in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 137 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket, RI.
Present – President Barry, Councilors Bray, Carr, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
Absent – Councilor Clemente.
President Barry presides.
PRESENTATION TO EAGLE SCOUT, IAN MASSEY IS TAKEN UP:
President Barry requests the Clerk to read the following resolution into the record and present it to Ian Massey:
RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING IAN MASSEY ON ACHIEVING THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT.
The following resolution is read and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Carr, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
COUNCILOR CLEMENTE ARRIVES AT EIGHT FIVE O’CLOCK P.M.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR BRAY.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Bray introduces the following Entertainment License:
Petition of St. Anthony’s Church, Holy Spirit Society for a license to conduct an Outdoor Festival – Feast at the Church Hall Parking Lot, 32 Lawn Avenue, on Friday, June 7, and Saturday, June 8, 2001, from 8:00 p.m. until 12:00 a.m. and on Sunday, June 9, 2001, from 4:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m., LIC# 0053M
Upon motion made by Councilor Bray, seconded by Councilor Grebien, the following License is APPROVED on a unanimous voice vote:
Petition of St. Anthony’s Church, Holy Spirit Society for a license to conduct an Outdoor Festival – Feast at the Church Hall Parking Lot, 32 Lawn Avenue, on Friday, June 7, and Saturday, June 8, 2001, from 8:00 p.m. until 12:00 a.m. and on Sunday, June 9, 2001, from 4:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m., LIC# 0053M
THE COUNCIL RECESSES AT EIGHT EIGHT O’CLOCK P.M. TO CONVENE AS THE PAWTUCKET BOARD OF LICENSE COMMISSIONERS.
THE COUNCIL RECONVENES AT EIGHT SIXTEEN O’CLOCK P.M.
THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE IS LAID ON THE TABLE ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 2373 AND CHAPTER 410, THE REVISED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET, RHODE ISLAND - CHANGE IN OFFICIAL ZONING MAP PAGE 50B (Brooks Pharmacy)
The reading of the records of April 25, 2001, 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 GREBIEN.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Grebien, seconded by Councilor Hodge, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Bill Mulholland, Superintendent of Parks and Recreation, requesting a specific time frame for the release of the RFP for Daggett Farm.
The Council is further requesting a diligent effort be taken in the preparation of the RFP and prior to it’s release, be submitted to the Council for their review.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR WILDENHAIN.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Wildenhain, seconded by Councilor Hoyas, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Joseph Roque, Purchasing Agent, regarding a $10,325.00 emergency purchase authorization in the month of March granted to the Planning Department for hiring First Response Emergency Services to secure the Parkin Yarn Mill Building.
The Council is asking why outside services were hired to secure the abandoned Parkin Yarn Mill Building, as opposed to hiring city employees, specifically the carpenter shop, to conduct this type of work.
The Council is further requesting that city employees perform this type of work for future projects.
A response is requested in time for the May 23, 2001, Council meeting.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR BRAY.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Bray, on behalf of Council President Barry, seconded by Councilor Grebien, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Pamela M. Marchand, P.E., Chief Engineer, Pawtucket Water Supply Board, regarding the condition of the streets in the 4th District, for instance Norton, Young, White, and Mulberry Streets, which have temporary patches.
The Council is requesting that all of the streets be restored to their original condition and that the Water Supply Board hire a street sweeping company to clean the streets and sidewalks after the project is complete.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR WILDENHAIN.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Wildenhain, seconded by Councilor Bray, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is further instructed to include in the communication to Pamela M. Marchand, P.E., Chief Engineer, Pawtucket Water Supply Board, that she personally drive through these streets before she respond.
A response is requested in time for the May 23, 2001, Council meeting.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CARR.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Carr, seconded by Councilor Wildenhain, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Margaret M. Lynch, City Solicitor, regarding 362 Daggett Avenue.
Based upon the inspection conducted by the Zoning division, which indicates that six related individuals reside at 362 Daggett Avenue, the Council is requesting the following:
1. Owner of property to provide the legal department with documents that will show the relation of said individuals.
2. Research city ordinances to determine how many related individuals can live in the same house.
3. Request a zoning determination for the number of individuals allowed in one dwelling, based on square footage.
A response is requested in time for the May 23, 2001, Council meeting.
Communication from Bill Mulholland, Superintendent of Parks and Recreation, to the Pawtucket City Council. (Cremated Remains) is READ AND ORDERED FILED, and is REFERRED TO THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE.
Communication from Janice M. LaPorte, CMC, City Clerk, to Council President John J. Barry, III, and all Members of the Pawtucket City Council. (Street Sweeping Information) is READ AND ORDERED FILED, and is REFERRED TO THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MORAN.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Moran introduces the following communication:
Communication from Ronald L. Wunschel, Director of Finance, to John J. Barry, III and Council Members, regarding disclosure of terms of contracts of all Unions and the effect of any increases to the annual budget (FY 2001).
Upon motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Hodge, the following communication is READ AND ORDERED FILED:
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MORAN.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Moran introduces the following petition:
Petition from the residents of County, Sachem, and Dawson Streets, to the Pawtucket City Council, regarding the congestion and speeding traffic during the hours of 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Upon motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Wildenhain, the following petition is READ AND ORDERED FILED:
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 Michael E. Burns, Traffic Engineering Supervisor, requesting that a traffic study be conducted on County, Sachem, and Dawson Streets in Pawtucket, between the hours of 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
The Council is further requesting, in an effort to curb speeding in this area, input on the feasibility of placing a four-way stop sign at the corners of County and Sachem Street, or the feasibility of one-way traffic on these streets.
A response is requested in time for the May 23, 2001, Council meeting.
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 Lieutenant John Rabbitt, Pawtucket Police Department, regarding speeding traffic on County and Sachem Streets in Pawtucket.
The Council is requesting that a radar patrol be assigned to County Street between the hours of 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. when traffic in this area is the heaviest.
A response is requested in time for the May 23, 2001, Council meeting.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MORAN.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Moran introduces the following communication:
Communication from Craig H. Close, 300 Front Street, to Councilor David Moran, regarding trash being dumped in the 200 block of Front Street.
Upon motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Hodge, the following communication is READ AND ORDERED FILED:
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, Zoning and Code Enforcement, regarding the former Front Street Auto located in the 200 block of Front Street.
The Council is requesting that this site be inspected in an effort to remove the trash and debris at this location.
A response is requested in time for the May 23, 2001, Council meeting.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR GREBIEN.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Grebien, seconded by Councilor Hodge, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Michael D. Cassidy, Director, Planning and Redevelopment, regarding the former Parkin Yarn Mill Building.
The Council is requesting that an overview be submitted of the three RFP’s that were submitted for the Parkin Yarn Mill Building prior to the Planning Commission making their final decision.
A response is requested in time for the May 23, 2001, Council meeting.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE, A PUBLIC HEARING IS SET FOR MAY 23, 2001, AT 8:00 P.M. ON THE FOLLOWING REQUEST:
Communication from Michael G. McCarthy, Senior Vice President and General Manager, PFPC, to the Honorable John Barry, President, Pawtucket City Council, requesting to negotiate tangible real estate tax relief.
The following ordinance is read for the second time and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Carr, Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
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, Carr, Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE, THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE IS READ FOR THE FIRST TIME AND PASSED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
AYES - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Carr, Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A CAROUSEL ENTERPRISE FUND.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE, THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE IS READ FOR THE FIRST TIME AND PASSED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
AYES - Councilors Bray, Carr, Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, and Moran.
NOES – President Barry, Councilors Hoyas and Wildenhain.
AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 2567 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET ENTITLED “AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A PAY PLAN FOR THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET” (Upgrade: Customer Service Representative, T & D Operations Assistant, Water Board Clerk (Treatment Plant), Water Treatment Assistant Maintenance Technician; Add: Information systems Specialist PWSB)
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR WILDENHAIN.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Wildenhain, seconded by Councilor Hoyas, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Agnes Rawnsley, Hasbro, Inc., regarding her lack of response to the problem of 18 wheel trucks causing damage to the curbing on London Avenue. The Council is requesting a response to this situation.
The Clerk is further instructed to send a copy of this communication by Certified Mail to Alfred Verrecchi, Hasbo, Inc.
COUNCILOR BRAY LEAVES THE CHAMBER AT EIGHT FIFTY-FIVE O’CLOCK P.M.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE, THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE IS READ FOR THE FIRST TIME AND PASSED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
AYES - President Barry, Councilors Carr, Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 2567 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET ENTITLED “AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A PAY PLAN FOR THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET” (Upgrade: Senior Services Coordinator; Add: Police Computer Operations Specialist; Increase Hour Pay Rates: Police VIN Inspectors)
COUNCILOR BRAY RETURNS TO THE CHAMBER AT EIGHT FIFTY-SIX O’CLOCK P.M.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE, THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE IS READ FOR THE FIRST TIME AND PASSED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
AYES - President Barry, Councilors Bray, Carr, Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF ARTICLE XVIII OF CHAPTER 363 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET ENTITLED, “PROPERTY TAX CLASSIFICATION”
The following license is APPROVED on a unanimous voice vote:
VICTUALLING HOUSE 1st Class –
Jimmy’s Bar & Grill, Inc. (Transfer from R & N Pubs Inc. d/b/a Caster’s Pub) 605 Broadway, LIC# 00592
*The following licenses are APPROVED on a unanimous voice vote:
ENTERTAINMENT –
Petition of Capeverdean American Community Development for a license to conduct St. John’s Festival (Live Band) at 120 High Street (Parking Lot) on Saturday, June 23, 2001, from 2:00 p.m. until 1:00 a.m., LIC# 0051M
Petition of Capeverdean American Community Development for a license to conduct 7th Anniversary Gala at 120 High Street on Saturday, June 16, 2001, from 8:00 p.m. until 1:00 a.m., LIC# 0052M
AUTO REPAIR SHOP & SECOND HAND SHOP (Class A & B – Selling Used Automobiles & Parts) RENEWALS –
Duffy’s Auto Sales, Inc., 65 Harris Street, LIC# 30034 & 40033
* Rodolphe Drolet d/b/a Motorcycle Accessories, LTD, 49-51 Montgomery Street, LIC# 30033 & 40032
1. Must vent fumes through roof.
2. Parking regulations to be adhered to.
Ernest & Doris Normandin d/b/a Ernie’s Small Engine Service, 369 Roosevelt Avenue, LIC# 30082 & 40069
Paul’s Auto Sales, Inc. d/b/a Sandra Ashburn, 39 Central Avenue, LIC# 30087 & 40073
* Mario Veiga d/b/a Mo Performance, 45 Sharon Avenue, LIC# 30157 & 40144
1. No work outside garage.
2. No parking on Sharon Avenue.
3. Trash & debris will be picked up.
4. No auto body or spray painting.
AUTO REPAIR SHOP & SECOND HAND SHOP (Class B – Parts Only) RENEWAL –
Division Brakes, Inc., 272 Broadway, LIC# 30168 & 40156
AUTO REPAIR SHOP RENEWAL –
Jeovany Calero and Abel A Fuer d/b/a J & J Auto Repair, 511 Broadway, LIC# 30127
John Jeha d/b/a Jeha’s Texaco, 76 Newport Avenue, LIC# 30057
SECOND HAND SHOP (Class A – Used Automobiles Only) RENEWAL –
Sandra Ashburn d/b/a Paul’s Auto Sales Annex, 355 Fountain Street, LIC# 40188
SECOND HAND SHOP (Class C – Used Miscellaneous Merchandise Only) RENEWAL –
Diane Currie d/b/a Grammy’s Unique Treasures, 550 Smithfield Avenue, LIC# 40244
SUNDAY SALES 1st Class RENEWAL –
Fola Sule d/b/a Toofs Market, 916 Main Street, LIC# 20230
PEDDLER RENEWAL –
Leonard E. Rounds III d/b/a Len’s Hot Dog Haven, 41 Harcourt Avenue, Pawtucket, LIC# 6
TO PEDDLE: Hot Dogs
LOCATION: Corner of Goff & Commerce St. and Streets surrounding McCoy Stadium on the 4th of July.
*THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS:
Eric M. Asselin - $259.30
Lolita M. Childress - $969.55/$1609.44
David Hasslinger - $7,161.42
Alfred M. Parent - $3,201.45
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, Carr, Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Omer Dike – Additional $50.00 for a total of $965.92
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, Carr, Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Karen Asselin - $111.67
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, Carr, Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Patricia A. Bonin - $51.68
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, Carr, Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Raymond Chabot - $100.00
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, Carr, Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Kevin Fortin - $300.00
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, Carr, Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Antonio Goncalves - $250.00
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, Carr, Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Elise Mankes - $98.67
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, Carr, Clemente, Grebien, Hodge, Hoyas, Moran, and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Kenneth Roy - $87.92
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS, THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE DENIED, ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
Eric Mutter, by Atty. John T. Gannon - $375,000.00
Reno G. Poli - $846.80/$1025.00
Joseph Renaud - $2,288.18
Grace Roy, by Atty. Ronald J. Resmini - NO AMOUNT SPECIFIED
Annie S. Zainyeh, by Atty. Monica Horan - NO AMOUNT SPECIFIED
Thomas Thompson - $1,031.49
Upon motion made by Councilor Bray seconded by Councilor Hoyas, the meeting is adjourned at nine five o’clock p.m.