City Council, May 24, 2006
A regular session of the Pawtucket City Council is held Wednesday, May 24, 2006, at 7:10 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 137 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket, RI.
Present – President Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Hodge, Moran, Vitali, and Wildenhain.
Absent – 0.
President Grebien presides.
The reading of the records of May 10, 2006, 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:
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| | A. Communication from William Mulholland, Superintendent, Pawtucket Parks & Recreation to Ice Cream Vender, (Rules and Regulations Regarding City Parks and Fields) | |
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| | B. Communication from Ronald F. Travers, Director of Zoning & Code Enforcement to Donald R. Grebien, President, Pawtucket City Council, (Vacant Property Housing Report) | |
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| | C. Communication from Kathleen M. Silvia, Newport City Clerk to RI City and Town Councils, (Resolution in Support of Housing Works RI Legislative Platform) | |
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| | D. Communication from Angelo Liberti, P.E. Chief of Surface Water Protection, Office of Water Resources to Pawtucket City Council, (Announcement of Availability of Draft 2006 303(d) List of Impaired Waters) | |
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| | E. Communication from Jack Lucas, Executive Secretary, Pawtucket Veterans Council to the Pawtucket City Council, (Invitation to the Memorial Day Ceremonies on Monday, May 29, 2006, at Veterans’ Memorial Park) | |
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| | F. Communication from the Rhode Island Clean Water Finance Agency to the City of Pawtucket, (Construction Fund Draw Schedule Analysis) | |
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| | G. Communication from the Rhode Island Clean Water Finance Agency to the City of Pawtucket, (Statements) | |
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| | H. Communication from Michael D. Cassidy, Director of Planning and Redevelopment to Joseph Roque, Purchasing Agent, (GIS Consulting Services) | |
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| | I. Communication from Ronald L. Wunschel, Director of Finance to Councilor Thomas Hodge, (Bonding for Jenks Junior High School) | |
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| | J. Communication from Michael E. Burns, Traffic Engineering Supervisor to the Pawtucket City Council, (Daggett Avenue “Road Markings” | |
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| | K. Communication from Valerie Forti, President, The Education Partnership to Recipients of the Executive Summary, (Teacher Contracts: Restoring the Balance Volume II, 2006, Executive Summary) | |
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| | L. Communication from Mayor James E. Doyle to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council, (Support of Funds for Slater Mill) | |
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| | M. Communication from Jeanne Zavada, CEO, Slater Mill to the Pawtucket City Council, (Fixed Charges-Contributions from the City of Pawtucket) is READ AND ORDERED FILED and REFERRED TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE. | |
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| | N. Communication from Angel S. Garcia, Director of Personnel to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council. (Classified Non-Union Pay Plan) | |
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| | O. An Ordinance Establishing a Pay Plan for the City of Pawtucket for Classified Non-Union – July 1, 2006-June 30, 2007 is LAID ON THE TABLE and REFERRED TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE. | |
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| | P. Communication from Angel S. Garcia, Director of Personnel to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council. (Ordinance Fixing the Salaries of Heads of Departments and other Officers of the City of Pawtucket and Repealing Chapter 2772) | |
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| | Q. An Ordinance Fixing the Salaries of Heads of Departments and Other Officers of the City of Pawtucket and Repealing Chapter 2772 is LAID ON THE TABLE and REFERRED TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE. | |
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| | R. Communication from Angel S. Garcia, Director of Personnel to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council. (Salary Increase for Unclassified Non-Union Employees) is READ AND ORDERED FILED and REFERRED TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE. | |
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| | S. Communication from Joseph M. Hall, Hall Associates, Attorneys at Law to Janice M. LaPorte, CMC, City Clerk, Telecommunications Site on Chimney Located off Grotto Avenue is READ AND ORDERED FILED and REFERRED TO THE CITY PROPERTY COMMITTEE. | |
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| | T. Communication from George L. Kelley, III, Chief of Police to the Honorable Paul Wildenhain, requesting the Disbursement of Funds from the “Substance Abuse DARE Fund to Purchase a Vehicle for the Community Police Unit is READ AND ORDERED FILED and REFERRED TO THE SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION/DARE FUND COMMITTEE. | |
*TAKEN OFF CONSENT AGENDA FOR COMMENTS ONLY. NO OTHER ACTION TAKEN.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VITALI.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Vitali, seconded by Councilor Hodge, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to John E. Carney, Director of Public Works and Michael Burns, Traffic Engineering Supervisor informing them that the Rhode Island Department of Transportation has approved placing “Temporary Pedestrian Cross Signs” on Newport Avenue, in front of St. Teresa’s Church.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VITALI.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Vitali, seconded by Councilor Barry, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to John E. Carney, Director of Public Works and Michael D. Cassidy, Director of Planning and Redevelopment requesting a time schedule for completing the parking lot at the McKinnon/Alves Soccer Complex; and further, would like to have this work finished before the opening of the soccer season. A response is requested in time for the June 7, 2006, Council meeting.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VITALI.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor, seconded by Councilor Carr, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Michael D. Cassidy, Director of Planning and Redevelopment requesting an update on the meeting with Councilor Carr and Vitali, on the possibility of replacing the old pavilion in Slater Park with a new outdoor skating rink. A response is requested in time for the June 7, 2006, Council meeting.
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 (Correction), FOR CONFIRMATION:
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION – Alternate Member
(Correction)
Carl I. Freedman, 17 Lowden Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860. Term expires First Monday in January, 2009.
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, Hodge, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION – Alternate Member
(Correction)
Communication from His Honor, Mayor James E. Doyle, to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council, submitting the following appointment as a member of the Historic District Commission (Correction), FOR CONFIRMATION:
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION – ALTERNATE MEMBER
(Correction)
Monique Renaud, 283 Bloomfield Street, Pawtucket, RI 02861. Term expires First Monday in January, 2009.
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, Hodge, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION – ALTERNATE MEMBER
(Correction)
The following resolution is read and PASSED on a roll call vote as follows:
AYES – President Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Hodge, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CARR.
Upon motion made by Councilor Carr, seconded by Councilor Wildenhain, the following ordinance is read for the second time and is LAID ON THE TABLE on a unanimous voice vote:
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, Hodge, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
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THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE SUBMITTED BY THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE WITH THE RECOMMENDATION FOR APPROVAL IS TAKEN UP:
AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF §347-14 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET, 1996, ESTABLISHING REFUSE COLLECTION RULES.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VITALI.
Upon motion made by Councilor Vitali, seconded by Councilor Hodge, the following ordinance is LAID ON THE TABLE on a unanimous voice vote:
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VITALI.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Vitali, seconded by Councilor Hodge, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to John E. Carney, Director of Public Works requesting that he attend the next City Council meeting on June 7, 2006, at 6:45 p.m., to discuss the proposed ordinance Establishing Refuse Collection Rules for the City of Pawtucket.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE IS READ FOR THE FIRST TIME AND PASSED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
AYES – President Grebien, Councilors Barry, Bray, Carr, Clemente, Hodge, Moran, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
THE CITY PROPERTY COMMITTEE RETURNS THE FOLLOWING REQUEST FOR ABANDONMENT WITH THE RECOMMENDATION FOR A PUBLIC HEARING SET FOR WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21, 2006, AT 7:00 P.M.:
THE FOLLOWING REQUEST WAS LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD MAY 10, 2006, AND IS AGAIN TAKEN UP, AND IS APPROVED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
THE FOLLOWING APPLICATIONS WERE LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD MAY 10, 2006 AND IS AGAIN LAID ON THE TABLE ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
AUTO REPAIR SHOP & SECOND HAND SHOP CLASS B (Parts Only)
*Lourenco DoCouto d/b/a Larry's Auto Repair, 519 Pawtucket Ave. LIC#30208 #40205
1. No painting or auto body work.
2. No parking on Glenwood Avenue.
3. All work shall be done in building.
4. No storage of junk cars or parts outside.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MORAN.
With majority consent of the Councilor, Councilor Moran introduces the following communication.
Communication from Irene Kocima, President, Pleasant View Neighborhood Association, Member of Pleasant View Weed & Seed, to Ricky L. Costello, c/o Providence Pawn Brokers, (Sandwich Type Sign for Broadway Loan & Jewelry)
Upon motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Barry, the following communication is READ AND ORDERED FILED:
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MORAN.
With majority consent of the Councilor, Councilor Moran introduces the following communication.
Communication from Irene Kocima, President, Pleasant View Neighborhood Association, Member of Pleasant View Weed & Seed, to Councilor David Moran (Sandwich Type Sign for Broadway Loan & Jewelry)
Upon motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Barry, the following communication is READ AND ORDERED FILED:
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MORAN.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Moran introduces the following communication.
Communication from Ronald F. Travers, Director of Zoning & Code Enforcement to Donald R. Grebien, President, Pawtucket City Council, (Sandwich Board Signs – Illegal))
Upon motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Barry, the following communication is READ AND ORDERED FILED:
THE FOLLOWING APPLICATION WAS LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD MAY 10, 2006, AND IS AGAIN LAID ON THE TABLE ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
SIGN BOARD PERMIT – New
Rickey L. Costello d/b/a Broadway Loan & Jewelry, 720 Broadway, LIC#N0017
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 Burns, Traffic Engineering Supervisor regarding placing a sandwich board sign on the sidewalk at Broadway Loan & Jewelry, 720 Broadway. The Council is asking if this location is a potential traffic hazard and also, requesting a determination of where the sign could be placed. A response is requested in time for the June 7, 2006, Council meeting.
THE FOLLOWING LICENSES ARE APPROVED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
ENTERTAINMENT –
Petition of American Cancer Society for a license to conduct a Fundraiser with live music in Pariseau Field, starting on Friday, June 2, 2006, at 6 p.m. and ending Saturday, June 3, 2006, at 12:00 noon. LIC#0444M
Petition of Pleasant View Business Association for license to conduct Pleasant View Family Day, at John Street Playground, on Sunday, June 11, 2006, from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm., rain day Sunday, June 18, 2006, LIC#0442M
Petition of Slater Mill Historic Society for a license to conduct a Festival/Concert at Slater Mill Grounds on Saturday, June 17, 2006, from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (Closing Roosevelt Avenue, from Exchange Street to Main Street from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.) LIC#0443M
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR BRAY.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Bray introduces the following license:
Petition of St. Anthony’s Church for a license to conduct an Annual Parish Feast-Outdoor Festival with Live Music, at 32 Lawn Avenue, on Friday, June 9, 2006, from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight, Saturday, June 10, 2006, from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight, and Sunday, June 11, 2006, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. LIC.#0445M.
Upon motion made by Councilor Bray, seconded by Councilor Barry, the following license is APPROVED on a unanimous voice vote:
Petition of St. Anthony’s Church for a license to conduct an Annual Parish Feast-Outdoor Festival with Live Music, at 32 Lawn Avenue, on Friday, June 9, 2006, from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight, Saturday, June 10, 2006, from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight, and Sunday, June 11, 2006, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. LIC.#0445M.
AUTO REPAIR SHOP & SECOND HAND SHOP CLASS B (Parts Only) RENEWALS
Kenneth R. Carosi d/b/a Broadway Collision Center, 519 Broadway, LIC#30284 #40299
PINBALL & AMUSEMENT DEVICES - RENEWALS
1537 Corp d/b/a M Spumoni & Family, 1537 Newport Ave. (ONE) LIC#70002
Benefit Street Pub Inc., 433 Benefit St. (ONE) LIC#70049
Carousel Sports Lounge Inc. 507 Armistice Blvd. (TWO) LIC#70029
Celtic Pub Inc. d/b/a Celtic Pub, 755 Broadway & 5 Columbine Ave. (TWO) LIC#70012
Clube Social Portugues Inc., 131 School St. (ONE) LIC#70013
Elias Dernikos d/b/a City Line Pizza & Restaurant, 594 Pawtucket Ave. (ONE) LIC#70014
Four Corners Building Association of Post No. 2339 Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Incorporated, 178 Columbus Ave. (ONE) LIC#70050
K.J. Cummings Inc., d/b/a KC’S Tap, 140 Japonica St. (FOUR) LIC#70042
Leonora R. Marques d/b/a Boulevard Tap, 572 Armistice Blvd. (TWO) LIC#70040
M and S Barbosa Tavern Inc. d/b/a Charlie's Tavern, 185 Dexter St. (ONE) LIC#70024
Peddlers Inn Inc., 94 Middle St. (ONE) LIC#70028
Provincial Grand Lodge of New England of the Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes, 532 Lonsdale Ave. (TWO) LIC#70030
S & L Inc. d/b/a Cafe Ordway, 3 Ordway St. (ONE) LIC#70031
George Thurber d/b/a George’s Games & Music, 101 Main St. (FORTY) LIC#70054
GAME ROOM (RENEWAL)
George Thurber d/b/a George’s Games & Music, 101 Main St. LIC#80001
VICTUALLING HOUSE – First Class
Seung-Han Cheon d/b/a 126 Fish Market, (Prev. Smithfield Market Inc., d/b/a Smithfield Market) 453 Smithfield Ave. LIC#00776
Pho Horn Inc., d/b/a Pho Horn, (transfer from Vibol Prum d/b/a Golden Nime Chow) 50 Ann Mary St. LIC#00778
*THE FOLLOWING CLAIM FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY IS REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS:
Antonio DeCarvalho - $1783.94/$2023.00
Upon motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by the Councilor Wildenhain the meeting is adjourned at 7:50 p.m.