May 11, 2005 - Regular City Council Session

 

City Council, May 11, 2005

 

A regular session of the Pawtucket City Council is held Wednesday, May 11, 2005, at 7:15 P.M. in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 137 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket, RI.  

 

Present – President Grebien, Councilors Barry, Carr, Clemente, and Moran, Vitali, and Wildenhain.

 

Absent – Councilors Bray and Hodge 

 

President Grebien presides.

 

PRESIDENT GREBIEN STATES FOR THE RECORD THAT COUNCILOR HODGE IS ABSENT DO TO ILLNESS.

 

The reading of the records of April 20, 2005 is dispensed with and the records are APPROVED as prepared by the Clerk.

 

 

Upon motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Barry, the *Consent Agenda is APPROVED, on a unanimous voice vote.

 

 

*THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATIONS ARE READ AND ORDERED FILED:

 

028   028  A.  Communication from Deborah A. Smith, Director External Affairs, Office of the Governor to the Honorable Donald Grebien and Pawtucket City Council. (Marine Shipments: Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)

 

28     028  B.   Communication from the City of East Providence to the Pawtucket City Council. (Public Hearing to Consider a Proposed Ordinance to Amend Chapter 19 Zoning)

 

7       7    C.  Communication from the Rhode Island Clean Water Finance Agency to the City of Pawtucket. (Revolving Fund Program Project Payment Requisition Form)

 

7       7    D.  Communication from the Rhode Island Clean Water Finance Agency to the City of Pawtucket. (Statement)

 

7       7    E.   Communication from the Rhode Island Clean Water Finance Agency to the City of Pawtucket. (Construction Fund Draw Schedule Analysis)

 

622   622 F.  Communication from Ronald F. Travers, Director, Zoning and Code Enforcement to Council President Donald R. Grebien. (133 Webster Street – Hi-Output Auto Tuning, LLC)

 

611   611 G.  Communication from Ronald L. Wunschel, Director of Finance to the Pawtucket City Council. (City/Debt Service)

 

028   028  H.  Communication from Kimberly A. Turcone, Jamestown Deputy Town Clerk to Janice M. LaPorte, CMC, City Clerk. (Resolution to Increase Real Estate Conveyance Tax Received by Municipalities)

 

028   028  I.  Communication from Kathleen Viera Beaudoin, Portsmouth Town Clerk to Janice M. LaPorte, CMC, City Clerk. (Resolution to Increase Real Estate Conveyance Tax Received by Municipalities and Resolution in Support of Pension Reform)

 

590   590  J.  Communication from Mayor James E. Doyle to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council. (RI Energy Aggregation Program (REAP) – Monthly Savings Analysis)

 

7 & 611          7 & 611 K.  Communication from Ronald L. Wunschel, City Treasurer to Janice M. LaPorte, CMC, City Clerk. (City of Pawtucket, RI – Water System Revenue Bonds 2004 Series A)

 

7 & 61         7 & 611  L.  Communication from Ronald L. Wunschel, City Treasurer to Janice M. LaPorte, CMC, City Clerk. (City of Pawtucket, RI – Water System Revenue Bonds 2005 Series A)

 

592      M.        Communication from Michael D. Cassidy, Director of Planning and Redevelopment to Council President Donald R. Grebien. (Gas and Electric Company Property – Tidewater Project)

 

617      N.        Communication from Frank Corrao, III, PE, Secretary, State Traffic Commission to Janice M. LaPorte, CMC, City Clerk. (Request for Crosswalk at St. Teresa’s Church – Pedestrian Warning Signs)

 

 

COUNCILOR BRAY ARRIVES AT 7:20 P.M.

 

THE FOLLOWING SHOW CAUSE HEARING WAS CONTINUED AT THE APRIL 20, 2005, MEETING AND IS AGAIN TAKEN UP AND CONTINUED UNTIL THE MAY 25, 2005, MEETING:

 

AUTO REPAIR SHOP & SECOND HAND SHOP (CLASS A & B - Selling used automobiles and parts) -

 

*Mario Jimenez d/b/a Fonseca A/S, 263 Dexter St. LIC#30265 #40277

1.   License approved on a 12 month conditional basis.

2.   There shall be a three month review of the business operation with the neighbors.

3.   The hours of operation shall be as follows:

      a.   9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. for auto repair - Monday-Friday

      b.   9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. for auto sales-Monday-Friday

      c.   10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. for auto sales-Saturdays - No auto repair

      d.   No operation on Sundays or Holidays.

4.   Owner shall provide, in writing, off-street parking arrangement with neighbor.  Agreement shall be presented to the City Clerk within 30 days.

5.   No parking on Dexter Street.

6.   Towing allowed during business hours only 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F.  No Saturdays.

7.   Rear of building shall be clear of all vehicles at all times.

8.   No parking on Dexter Court.

9.   No painting or auto bodywork allowed.

10. Outside premises to be kept clean and free of parts and debris.

11. No more than 12 vehicles shall be allowed to park in front of property.

12. The owner of business shall monitor customer parking.

13. No road testing on Dexter Court

14. No repair allowed outside.

15. No motorcycle repairs allowed at any time.

16. Keep rear doors closed at all times.

 

 

Petition for Auto Repair Shop License by Candeias Auto Service Inc.,   (previously Alves Service Center Inc.) 35 Cedar Street, Tax Assessors Plat 53 Lot 624, to keep a shop for the purpose of repairing automobiles, LIC#30313, which was advertised for a hearing at this time is taken up:

 

Speaking in favor is Dimas Candeias, 48 Country Side Drive, North Providence, RI.

 

Mr. Candeias states that he is operating the business and has worked there for a few years.

 

He states that there will not be any changes to the business.

 

Councilor Barry asks Mr. Candeias to be sensitive to the neighbors.

 

There are no other speakers.

 

The Hearing is closed.

 

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR BARRY.

 

Upon motion made Councilor Barry, seconded by Councilor Moran the following license is APPROVED on an unanimous voice vote:

 

Petition for Auto Repair Shop License by Candeias Auto Service Inc., (previously Alves Service Center Inc.) 35 Cedar Street, Tax Assessors Plat 53 Lot 624, to keep a shop for the purpose of repairing automobiles, LIC#30313.

 

 

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MORAN.

 

With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Vitali, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:

 

The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to James P. Mooney, Health Agent, City of Attleboro, regarding landscaping materials being dumped by Case Construction on their property in Attleboro. Councilor Moran states that this material is being dumped close to the backyard property line of homes on Kenyon Avenue in Pawtucket, and would like to know if this is legal under Massachusetts zoning or environmental laws. A response is requested in time for the next City Council meeting scheduled for May 25, 2005.

 

590   590  Communication from Mayor James E. Doyle to Donald Grebien, President of the Pawtucket City Council. (Request a Member of the City Council to Serve on a Committee to Examine the Issue of Overtime in the Pawtucket Fire Department) is READ AND ORDERED FILED.

 

Communication from His Honor, Mayor James E. Doyle, to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council, submitting the following reappointment as a member of the Historic District Commission, for confirmation:

 

HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION

 

590   590  Carol A Jackson, 8 Blodgett Avenue Pawtucket, RI 02860.  Term expires the first Monday in February, 2008 is READ AND ORDERED FILED.

 

The following nomination submitted by His Honor, Mayor James E. Doyle for confirmation is CONFIRMED on a roll call vote as follows:

 

AYES – President Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION

 

Carol A Jackson, 8 Blodgett Avenue Pawtucket, RI 02860.  Term expires the first Monday in February, 2008.

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Communication from His Honor, Mayor James E. Doyle, to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council, submitting the following reappointment as a member of the Historic District Commission, for confirmation:

 

HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION

 

590   590  Nancy Callaghan, 423 Lonsdale Avenue, Pawtucket, RI 02860.  Term expires the first Monday in February, 2008 is READ AND ORDERED FILED.

 

The following nomination submitted by His Honor, Mayor James E. Doyle for confirmation is CONFIRMED on a roll call vote as follows:

 

AYES – President Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION

 

Nancy Callaghan, 423 Lonsdale Avenue, Pawtucket, RI 02860.  Term expires the first Monday in February, 2008.

 

 

The following appointment is taken up:

 

APPOINTMENT TO ARTS PANEL REVIEW COMMITTEE - Representative from the Planning Department:

 

Susan A. Mara

 

The following appointment is APPROVED on a roll call vote as follows:

 

AYES – President Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

Susan A. Mara

 

 

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR BRAY.

 

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

 

Communication from Michael F. Horan, Esq. to Councilor Mary Bray. (City of Pawtucket Police Retirees.)

 

Upon motion made by Councilor Bray, seconded by Councilor Barry, the following communication is READ AND ORDERED FILED and REFERRED TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE:

 

Communication from Michael F. Horan, Esq. to Councilor Mary Bray. (City of Pawtucket Police Retirees.)

 

643   643  Communication from Angel S. Garcia, Director of Personnel to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council. (Collective Bargaining Agreement Contract – RI Council 94, AFSCME Local 3960) is READ AND ORDERED FILED.

 

 

Ratification of Contract Between the City of Pawtucket and the RI Council 94, AFSCME, Local 3960 for a Period Beginning July 1, 2003 to June 30, 2004 IS REFERRED TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE.

 

 

 

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CARR.

 

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

 

Communication from Michael D. Cassidy, Director of Planning and Redevelopment to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council. (Property Disposition Agreement – GMC Property.)

 

Upon motion made by Councilor Carr, seconded by Councilor Barry, the following communication is READ AND ORDERED FILED:

 

644   644  Communication from Michael D. Cassidy, Director of Planning and Redevelopment to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council. (Property Disposition Agreement – GMC Property.)

 

 

643   643  Communication from Angel S. Garcia, Director of Personnel to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council. (Collective Bargaining Agreement Contract – RI Council 94, AFSCME Local 3960) is READ AND ORDERED FILED.

 

 

Ratification of Contract Between the City of Pawtucket and the RI Council 94, AFSCME, Local 3960 for a Period Beginning July 1, 2004 to June 30, 2007 IS REFERRED TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE.

 

 

643   643  Communication from Angel S. Garcia, Director of Personnel to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council. (Collective Bargaining Agreement Contract – FOP Lodge No. 4) is READ AND ORDERED FILED.

 

 

Ratification of Contract Between the City of Pawtucket and FOP Lodge No. 4 for a Period Beginning July 1, 2004 to June 30, 2005 IS REFERRED TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE.

 

 

THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR WILDENHAIN.

 

 With majority consent of the Councilor, Councilor Wildenhain introduces the following communication:

 

Communication from Chief George L. Kelley, III, Chief of Police to Mayor James E. Doyle. (Requesting approval to purchase an Animal Control Van from the Animal Control Fund.)

 

Upon motion made by Councilor Wildenhain, seconded by Councilor Moran, the following communication is READ AND ORDERED FILED and REFERRED TO THE ANIMAL CONTROL COMMITTEE:

 

Communication from Chief George L. Kelley, III, Chief of Police to Mayor James E. Doyle. (Requesting approval to purchase an Animal Control Van from the Animal Control Fund.)

 

Communication from Daniel Samborn, Chief Executive Office, American Red Cross, Rhode Island Chapter to Janice M. LaPorte, CMC, City Clerk. (Request for a Donation in the Amount $3000.00) is READ AND ORDERED FILED and REFERRED TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE.

 

 

Communication from Mayor James E. Doyle to the Honorable City Council. (Request for a Donation to Participate in the National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine) is READ AND ORDERED FILED and REFERRED TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE.

 

Communication from Margaret M. Lynch-Gadaleta, Esq., City Solicitor to City Council President Donald Grebien. (Historic Tax Exemption) is READ AND ORDERED FILED and REFERRED TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE.

 

Communication from Michael D. Cassidy, Director of Planning and Redevelopment to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council. (Reuse of Former Newell Avenue Playground and Laurel Hill Playground Sites) is READ AND ORDERED FILED and REFERRED TO THE CITY PROPERTY COMMITTEE.

 

 

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

 

AYES – President Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

032   032  RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE CARE OF BURIAL LOT OF ALFRED GRAY.

 

588   588  Communication from Ronald L. Wunschel, Director of Finance to Donald R. Grebien, President, Pawtucket City Council. (Amended Finance Lease/Item Only) is READ AND ORDERED FILED.

 

 

THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION IS LAID ON THE TABLE AND REFERRED TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE:

 

RESOLUTION IN AMENDMENT OF THE RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FUNDING OF THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT AS PART OF THE 2 YEAR MASTER LEASE PURCHASE PROGRAM WITH QUICK & REILLY, A BANK OF AMERICA COMPANY, AS AMENDED.

 

 

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

 

AYES – President Grebien, Councilors Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, and Vitali.

 

NOES – Councilors Barry, Wildenhain.

 

588   588  RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF LEGISLATION TO INCREASE THE TOTAL PRIZES ALLOWED AT CHARITY BINGOS ON ANY ONE NIGHT.

 

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

 

AYES – President Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

588   588 RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING GERALD F. QUINN FOR RECEIVING THE 2004 DISTINGUISHED LEADERSHIP AWARD FROM THE RI CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN PLANNING ASSOCIATION.

 

 

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

 

AYES – President Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

330   330  AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET TO ISSUE BONDS AND NOTES IN THE AMOUNT OF ONE MILLION ($1,000,000.00) DOLLARS PROVIDING FOR CONSTRUCTION AND RECONSTRUCTION OF STREETS AND SIDEWALKS.

 

 

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

 

AYES – President Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

330   330  AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET TO ISSUE BONDS AND NOTES IN THE AMOUNT OF THREE HUNDRED THOUSAND ($300,000.00) DOLLARS PROVIDING FOR CONSTRUCTION AND RECONSTRUCTION OF SEWER AND SANITATION SYSTEM.

 

 

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

 

AYES – President Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

330   330  AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET TO ISSUE BONDS AND NOTES IN THE AMOUNT OF THREE MILLION ($3,000,000.00) DOLLARS PROVIDING FOR THE RENOVATION AND EQUIPPING OF PUBLIC SCHOOL BUILDINGS.

 

 

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

 

AYES – President Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

330   330  AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET TO ISSUE BONDS AND NOTES IN THE AMOUNT OF ONE MILLION TWENTY-FIVE THOUSAND ($1,025,000.00) DOLLARS PROVIDING FOR THE RENOVATION AND IMPROVEMENT OF PUBLIC BUILDINGS.

 

 

COUNCILOR CLEMENTE LEAVES THE CHAMBERS AT 7:50 P.M.

 

 

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

 

AYES – President Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

330   330  AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET TO ISSUE BONDS AND NOTES IN THE AMOUNT OF ONE HUNDRED TWENTY-FIVE THOUSAND ($125,000.00) DOLLARS PROVIDING FOR IMPROVEMENTS AND REPLACEMENT OF ROAD AND TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES.

 

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

 

AYES – President Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

330   330  AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET TO ISSUE BONDS AND NOTES IN THE AMOUNT OF FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND ($500,000.00) DOLLARS PROVIDING FOR THE RENOVATION AND RECONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPPING OF PUBLIC RECREATION FACILITIES.

 

 

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

 

AYES – President Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

330   330  AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET TO ISSUE BONDS AND NOTES IN THE AMOUNT OF THREE MILLION ($3,000.000.00) DOLLARS PROVIDING FOR THE RENOVATION AND IMPROVEMENT OF CITY HALL.

 

 

COUNCILOR CLEMENTE RETURNS TO THE CHAMBERS AT 8:53 P.M.

 

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

 

AYES – President Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

330   330  AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET TO ISSUE BONDS AND NOTES IN THE AMOUNT OF FIFTY THOUSAND ($50,000.00) DOLLARS PROVIDING FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF BRIDGES.

 

 

THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCES ARE LAID ON THE TABLE AND REFERRED TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE AND A PUBLIC HEARING IS SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, MAY 23, 2005, AT 6:00 P.M.:

 

CAPITAL BUDGET ORDINANCE 2005-2006

 

ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET ORDINANCE 2005-2006

 

 

592   592  Communication from Michael D. Cassidy, Director of Planning and Redevelopment to the Honorable Pawtucket City Council. (Zoning Ordinance Amendment) is READ AND ORDERED FILED.

 

 

THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE IS LAID ON THE TABLE AND REFERRED TO THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE AND THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION:

 

ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 410 OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET (ZONING ORDINANCE) TEXT AND OFFICIAL ZONING MAPS (Historic District List)

 

 

THE FOLLOWING PETITIONS WERE LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD APRIL 20, 2005, AND ARE AGAIN TAKEN UP AND ARE CONTINUED UNTIL MAY 25, 2005:

 

 

AUTO REPAIR SHOP & SECOND HAND SHOP (CLASS A & B - Selling used automobiles and parts) -

 

*Mario Jimenez d/b/a Fonseca A/S, 263 Dexter St. LIC#30265 #40277

1.   License approved on a 12 month conditional basis.

2.   There shall be a three month review of the business operation with the neighbors.

3.   The hours of operation shall be as follows:

      a.   9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. for auto repair - Monday-Friday

      b.   9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. for auto sales-Monday-Friday

      c.   10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. for auto sales-Saturdays - No auto repair

      d.   No operation on Sundays or Holidays.

4.   Owner shall provide, in writing, off-street parking arrangement with neighbor.  Agreement shall be presented to the City Clerk within 30 days.

5.   No parking on Dexter Street.

6.   Towing allowed during business hours only 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F.  No Saturdays.

7.   Rear of building shall be clear of all vehicles at all times.

8.   No parking on Dexter Court.

9.   No painting or auto bodywork allowed.

10. Outside premises to be kept clean and free of parts and debris.

11. No more than 12 vehicles shall be allowed to park in front of property.

13. The owner of business shall monitor customer parking.

13. No road testing on Dexter Court

14. No repair allowed outside.

15. No motorcycle repairs allowed at any time.

16. Keep rear doors closed at all times.

 

 

THE FOLLOWING LICENSE IS APPROVED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:

 

VICTUALLING HOUSE 1st Class (NEW) –

 

Cedar Foods LLC d/b/a Lang’s Villa, (transfer from Lang’s Villa Restaurant Inc) 47 Mendon Avenue, LIC#00738

 

 

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

 

ENTERTAINMENT -

 

Petition of Bethel International Ministries for a license to conduct a Religious Service at 300 Barton Street (C-Town Supermarket) on May 14 and 28, June 4 and 25, July 16 and 30 August 6 and 27, September 3 and 24, 2005, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. LIC. #0289M

 

Petition of St. Anthony’s Church, Holy Spirit Society for a license to conduct an In and Outdoor Festival-Feast at 32 Lawn Ave. on Friday, June 10, 2005, from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., Saturday, June 11, 2005, from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., and Sunday, June 12, 2005, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. LIC. #0290M

 

Petition of The Bon Temps Bayou Bash for a license to conduct a Fundraising Dinner on Slater Mill Grounds on Saturday, May 14, 2005, from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. LIC#0291M

 

Petition of Blackstone Valley Tourism Council for a license to conduct a RiverSing Festival of Music Celebrating the Blackstone River, at Various Locations on Roosevelt Avenue between Exchange Street & Main Street (See Attached), on Saturday, June 18, 2005, from 12:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. LIC#0291M

 

 

AUTOMOBILE REPAIR SHOP AND SECOND HAND SHOP LICENSES (CLASS A & B -Selling used automobiles and parts) Renewals –

 

*Higginson Collision & Auto Sales Inc., 616 Weeden St. LIC#30310 #40334

1.   There shall be no parking on any of the sidewalks in the area, specifically on Weeden Street and Samuel Avenue.

New Stipulation added on 10/20/04

2.   Relocate dumpster, which is on the sidewalk, which is to be screened in according to city ordinance.

*Wheels of Freedom Inc., 121 Benefit St. LIC#30199 #40196

1.         Property will be enclosed all around the building.

2.         Vehicle testing on Benefit Street ONLY.

 

 

AUTO REPAIR SHOP & SECOND HAND SHOP (CLASS B – Selling Used Parts) Renewals -

 

Lourenco Docouto d/b/a Larry’s Auto Repair, 519 Pawtucket Ave. LIC#30208,  LIC#40205

Firestone Tire & Rubber Co., 270 Broadway LIC#30295 #40312

Hi-Output Auto Tuning LLC, 133 Webster Street, Unit C-7, LIC#30293 #40310

1.   Hours of operation shall be 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. M-F; 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,
      Saturdays; No Sundays.

2.   Towing allowed only during operating hours, if necessary.

3.   No outside storage.

4.   No outside repairs.

5.   No test driving in the neighborhood.

*Pedro C. Lopes d/b/a Pedro’s Auto Repair, 145 Benefit St. LIC#30288 #40305

1.   No painting allowed.

2.   No bodywork allowed.

3.   Dumpster to be enclosed.

Alan & Keith Perry d/b/a A & E Auto Service, 50 Alden St.  LIC#30286 #40302 

 

AUTO REPAIR SHOP Renewals -

 

Richard L. Audette d/b/a A & S Wheel and Brake, 514 Broadway LIC#30010

*John Jeha d/b/a Jeha's Citgo, 76 Newport Ave. LIC#30057

1.   Maintain 6 ft. stockade fence.

2.   Inform City Council prior to doing any towing.

James E. Martins d/b/a In ‘N Out Preventive Maintenance Specialist, 1438 Newport Ave. LIC#30269

*Manuel A. Rojas d/b/a Manny’s Transmission, 1114 Newport Ave. LIC#30280 

1.  No auto parts stored outside the building.

2.  No unregistered autos parked outside building.

3.  Only 8 cars allowed on lot and 2 cars allowed in building.

4.  Hours of operation shall be 8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.   M-F;

       8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. on Saturdays.

5.   No Sundays.

6.   All repairs inside building.

7.   Outside security light turn off by 9:00 p.m.

 

 

SECOND HAND SHOP (CLASS C - USED Miscellaneous Merchandise) Renewals –

 

*Marie Fortune d/b/a Fortune’s Store, 130 Broad St. LIC#40333

1.     No selling or displaying items on the sidewalk.

J & M Mower Inc., d/b/a J & M Mower Sales and Service, 137 Newell Ave. LIC#40227

Margaret M. Lussier d/b/a J & M Antiques & Used Furniture, 386 Central Ave. LIC#40228

 

 

SUNDAY SALES 1st Class Renewals –

 

Barney's Bakery, Inc d/b/a Barney's, 727 East Ave. LIC#20009

Central Avenue Bakery Inc., 679 Central Ave.  LIC#20020 

RIPJ Management Inc., d/b/a Papa John’s, 295 Armistice Blvd. LIC#20417

RIPJ Management Inc., d/b/a Papa John’s, 379 Smithfield Ave. LIC#20418

Fola Sule d/b/a Toofs Market, 916 Main St. LIC#20230

Thrifty Store Inc., d/b/a J and L Superstores, 562 Broadway LIC#20227

 

 

SUNDAY SALES 2nd Class Renewal –

 

Colonial Mills Inc., d/b/a Rug Factory Store, 560 Mineral Spring Ave. LIC#20088

 

 

SUNDAY SALES 3rd Class Renewal –

 

East Side Eden Home and Garden LLC,  1 Alfred Stone Rd. LIC#20467

 

 

SUNDAY SALES 5th Class Renewals –

 

Hollywood Entertainment Corporation d/b/a Hollywood Video Game Crazy #039-117, 398 Cottage St. LIC#20481

 

 

SUNDAY SALES 1st Class NEW –

 

Esteban Aybar d/b/a The Caribbean Fruits & Vegetable, (Prev. Nonito Lipa d/b/a Nano’s Fruits & Veggies), 949 Main Street, LIC #20491

 

 

SUNDAY SALES 3rd Class NEW –

 

Elizabeth Shackelford d/b/a Hillside Florist & Gifts, (Prev. Sandra Patricio d/b/a Hillside Florist)  612 Pawtucket Ave. LIC#20490

 

 

VICTUALLING HOUSE 1st Class  NEW 

 

Davco Management Inc. d/b/a Quiznos Sub, 448 Newport Avenue, LIC.#00739

 

 

 

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

 

Sarah Cyrs-Liston - $281.86/$300.00

Edward Knight - $430.00/$1166.00

 

 

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 Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

Roland Belanger – $93.15

 

 

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 Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

Anthony Ciolli - $45.50

 

 

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 Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

Robert Hunt - $141.00

 

 

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 Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

Mary Karsulavitch - $157.23

 

 

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 Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

Theodore Lefort - $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 Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

Clarence Ouellette - $66.63

 

 

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 Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

Norman Simoneau - $170.75

 

 

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 Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

Michael W. Taylor - $200.55

113

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 Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

Constance Boisclair - $828.56

 

 

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 Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

Brian Sousa - $500.00

 

 

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 Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

Ignacio Benitez by Maria’s Insurance - $996.98

 

 

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 Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

Philippa Cully by Amica Insurance - $305.00

 

 

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 Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

Leone Gerlo - $1158.25

114

 

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 Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.

 

NOES - 0.

 

Marsha Rosenblatt - $826.74

 

 

UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS, THE FOLLOWING CLAIM FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY IS DENIED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:

 

Curt Thomson - $278.03

 

 

UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS, THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY IS LAID ON THE TABLE ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:

 

Laurie Tessier - $597.85/$1198.00

Michelle Villa by Allstate Insurance - $850.31

 

 

UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS, THE FOLLOWING CLAIM FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY IS DENIED – CLAIMANT TO CONTACT PAWTUCKET HOUSING AUTHORITY ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:

     

Celeste Camara by Christopher E. Fay Esq. – No Amount Specified

 

 

Upon motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Clemente the meeting is adjourned at 8:04 p.m.

 

May 11, 2005 - Regular City Council Session
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