City Council, November 20, 2007
A regular session of the Pawtucket City Council is held Tuesday, November 20, 2007, at 5:36 p.m. in the Pawtucket Library Auditorium, 13 Summer Street, Pawtucket, RI.
Present - President Bray, Councilors Carr, Grebien, Hodge, Kinch, and Wildenhain.
Absent - Councilors Barry, Chadwick, and Moran.
President Bray presides.
The reading of the records of November 7, 2007 is dispensed with and the records are APPROVED as prepared by the Clerk.
Upon motion made by Councilor Hodge, seconded by Councilor Grebien, the *Consent Agenda is APPROVED, on a unanimous voice vote.
*THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATIONS ARE READ AND ORDERED FILED:
| | A. Communication from Ronald L. Wunschel, Director of Finance, to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council (Statement of Estimated, Realized and Unrealized Revenues, for the fiscal July 1, 2007 through October 31, 2007) Copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office. |
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| | B. Communication from Rhode Island Clean Water Finance Agency to the City of Pawtucket (Various Forms and Statements) |
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| | C. Communication from John E. Carney, Director of Public Works, to the Pawtucket City Council (Response - Winter Wonderland Building in Slater Park) |
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| ** | D. Communication from Margaret M. Lynch-Gadaleta, Esq., City Solicitor to Richard J. Goldstein, City Clerk (Response - Green Lane Road Parking) |
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| ** | TAKEN OFF CONSENT AGENDA FOR COMMENTS ONLY, NO OTHER ACTION TAKEN. |
COUNCILOR MORAN ARRIVES AT 5:39 P.M.
Petition for Tattoo Shop License by Michael Fasulo d/b/a Sin Alley Tattoo, 431 Benefit St. Tax Assessor’s Plat 12, Lot 1, LIC#4824, which was advertised for a hearing at this time, is taken up:
Speaking in favor is Mark Welch, Esq., 141 Power Road, Pawtucket, RI, attorney representing the applicant, Michael Fasulo.
Mr. Welch states that the tattoo parlor has been there at 431 Benefit Street for approximately 15 years. He states that his client, Mr. Fasulo, took over the business from the prior owner. There will be no change to the hours of operation.
Also speaking in favor is the applicant, Michael Fasulo, 82 Manistee Street, Pawtucket, RI.
Mr. Fasulo states that he currently works at Red’s Tattooing on Federal Hill and has been in this business for 12 years. He states that he has done a complete revamping of the interior of this business and his hours of operation will be 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
There are no other speakers. The hearing is closed.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MORAN.
Upon motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Grebien, the following license is APPROVED on a unanimous voice vote:
Petition for Tattoo Shop License by Michael Fasulo d/b/a Sin Alley Tattoo, 431 Benefit St. Tax Assessor’s Plat 12, Lot 1, LIC#4824
Petition for Tattoo Shop License by Kevin and Carey Bledsoe d/b/a The Hive Art Gallery Custom Tattoo, 1005 Main St., Tax Assessor’s Plat 62, Lot 305, LIC#4852, which was advertised for a hearing at this time, is taken up:
Speaking in favor is Carey and Kevin Bledsoe, applicants, 207 Lafayette Street, Pawtucket, RI.
Ms. Bledsoe states that this business will be located in the Hope Artiste Village. She states that they have their state license and this business has received Zoning approval and State Health Department approval. The hours of operation will be from 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and Monday’s by appointment only.
Ms. Bledsoe states that she wants to run a clean establishment and thinks that this business will be a good fit for the area.
There are no other speakers. The hearing is closed.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR KINCH.
Upon motion made by Councilor Kinch, seconded by Councilor Hodge, the following license is APPROVED on a unanimous voice vote:
Petition for Tattoo Shop License by Kevin and Carey Bledsoe d/b/a The Hive Art Gallery Custom Tattoo, 1005 Main St., Tax Assessor’s Plat 62, Lot 305, LIC#4852
THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATION WAS LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON NOVEMBER 7, 2007, AND IS AGAIN TAKEN UP:
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 Juvenile Hearing Board, FOR CONFIRMATION:
JUVENILE HEARING BOARD
The following nomination submitted by His Honor, Mayor James E. Doyle for confirmation is confirmed on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES - President Bray, Councilors Carr, Grebien, Hodge, Kinch, Moran and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Matthew F. Gunnip, 90 Summit Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860. Term expires the first Monday in December, 2010.
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 Juvenile Hearing Board, FOR CONFIRMATION:
JUVENILE HEARING BOARD
The following nomination submitted by His Honor, Mayor James E. Doyle for confirmation is confirmed on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES - President Bray, Councilors Carr, Grebien, Hodge, Kinch, Moran and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Christopher McDonald, 84 Greeley Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860. Term expires the first Monday in December, 2010.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE, THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION IS LAID ON THE TABLE AND A PUBLIC HEARING ON A FIVE YEAR TAX TREATY FOR 125 GOFF AVENUE, AT THE RATE OF $1.75 PER SQUARE FOOT, IS SET FOR WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2007, AT 7:00 P.M.:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TAX STABILIZATION FOR PROPERTY OWNED BY FIRST NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, 125 GOFF AVENUE, PAWTUCKET, RHODE ISLAND FOR A PERIOD OF FIVE YEARS. (Union Wadding)
THE FOLLOWING MATTER IS TAKEN UP:
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR HODGE.
The motion made by Councilor Hodge, seconded by Councilor Kinch, to have this matter LAID ON THE TABLE is DEFEATED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES - President Bray, Councilors Carr, and Hodge.
NOES - Councilors Grebien, Kinch, Moran and Wildenhain.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE, THE FOLLOWING REQUEST FOR A SECOND ASSISTANT FIRE CHIEF BEING HIRED IN JANUARY 2008 THROUGH THE PROMOTION PROCESS, AND WITH THE NEW FIRE FIGHTER TO BE HIRED IN FY’09 IS APPROVED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
AYES - President Bray, Councilors Barry, Carr, Hodge, Kinch, Moran and Wildenhain.
NOES - Councilor Grebien.
The following ordinance is read for the second time and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES - President Bray, Councilors Carr, Grebien, Hodge, Kinch, 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 Bray, Councilors Carr, Grebien, Hodge, Kinch, 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 Bray, Councilors Grebien, Hodge, Kinch, and Moran.
NOES - Councilors Carr and Wildenhain.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE, THE AMENDMENT TO THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE IS APPROVED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
AYES - President Bray, Councilors Carr, Grebien, Hodge, Kinch, Moran and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 388 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET, 1996, ENTITLED “VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC.” (ESTABLISHING PENALTIES FOR PARKING VIOLATIONS)
Amend the following:
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| Parking within 8 feet of a fire hydrant |
| $38.00 |
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| Parking in a fire zone |
| $38.00 |
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| Commercial vehicle parked during prohibited hours |
| $55.00 |
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The following ordinance is read for first time AS AMENDED and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES - President Bray, Councilors Carr, Grebien, Hodge, Kinch, Moran and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 388 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET, 1996, ENTITLED “VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC.” (ESTABLISHING PENALTIES FOR PARKING VIOLATIONS) AS AMENDED.
THE COUNCIL RECESSES AT 6:28 P.M. TO CONVENE AS THE BOARD OF LICENSE COMMISSIONERS.
THE COUNCIL RECONVENES AT 6:55 P.M.
THE FOLLOWING LICENSE RENEWAL WHICH WAS LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD NOVEMBER 7, 2007, IS APPROVED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
VICTUALLING HOUSE First Class - Renewal
*Eagle Express Chinese Restaurant Corporation d/b/a Le-Noir, 852 Newport Ave. LIC#3655
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR WILDENHAIN.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Wildenhain introduces the following communication:
Communication from Chris Lord, Principal and Cynthia Greenwood, Assistant Principal, Charles E. Shea Senior High School, to Councilor Paul J. Wildenhain. (Request for funding - Senior Trip)
Upon motion made by Councilor Wildenhain, seconded by Councilor Grebien, the following communication is READ AND ORDERED FILED and REFERRED TO THE AD HOC SUBSTANCE ABUSE/DARE FUND COMMITTEE:
Communication from Chris Lord, Principal and Cynthia Greenwood, Assistant Principal, Charles E. Shea Senior High School, to Councilor Paul J. Wildenhain. (Request for funding - Senior Trip)
THE FOLLOWING LICENSE RENEWAL WHICH WAS LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD NOVEMBER 7, 2007, IS APPROVED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
VICTUALLING HOUSE First Class - Renewal
*Nova Churrasqueira Restaurant J & M LTD., 434 Broadway LIC#4022
THE FOLLOWING LICENSE RENEWAL WHICH WAS LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD NOVEMBER 7, 2007, IS APPROVED PENDING THE RECEIPT OF THE LEASE AGREEMENT AND CREDENTIALS OF THE MANAGEMENT, AND WITH THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
VICTUALLING HOUSE First Class - Renewal
*Tropical Vibes Corporation d/b/a Tabu Restaurant & Lounge, 17 Exchange St. LIC#4706
STIPULATIONS:
1. Police Officer at every Party.
2. Fire Detail at all events.
*THE FOLLOWING PETITIONS FOR LICENSES ARE APPROVED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
ENTERTAINMENT
Petition of St. Teresa’s Church to conduct a New Years Eve Dance for Delaney St. Teresa Council, at St. Teresa’s Church Hall, Newport Avenue, on Monday, December 31, 2007, from 6:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. LIC#4863
Petition of Knights of Columbus Council #91 to conduct a Fundraiser at St. John’s Baptist Church, 69 Quincy Avenue, on December 8, 2007 from 7:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. LIC#4862
INTELLIGENCE OFFICE - Renewal
Labor Ready Northeast, Inc., d/b/a Labor Ready, 200 Main St. LIC#3293
HOLIDAY LICENSE New -
Bach LLC d/b/a A & S Convenience & Deli, (Prev. Mohammad Sari d/b/a A & G Convenience & Deli) 248 West Ave. LIC#4861
VICTUALLING HOUSE First Class New -
Bach LLC d/b/a A & S Convenience & Deli, (Prev. Mohammad Sari d/b/a A & G Convenience & Deli) 248 West Ave. LIC#4842
VICTUALLING HOUSE First Class - All Renewals
Ayala Enterprises LLC d/b/a Bill’s Pizza, 605 Smithfield Ave. LIC#4783
Darlington Braves Inc., 92 East Avenue, LIC#3428
Investment Donuts, Inc. d/b/a/ Dunkin Donuts, 727 East Ave. LIC#4740
Lonsdale Donuts Inc., d/b/a Dunkin Donuts, 465 Lonsdale Ave. LIC#4822
Stop & Shop Supermarket Company LLC., d/b/a Super Stop & Shop, 380 Cottage St. LIC#4720
TNT Enterprises Inc., d/b/a Subway, 355 Fountain St. LIC#4109
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MORAN.
Upon motion made by Councilor Moran, seconded by Councilor Hodge, the following matter is LAID ON THE TABLE on a unanimous voice vote:
SETTLEMENT - NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND PRIVATE INDUSTRY COUNCIL (C.A. No.: PC02-7096)
*THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS:
Michael Aguiar - $1882.25
Jose Goulart - by the Patrons Groups - $4,977.26
Tomasso’s Auto Center by EMC Insurance Company - $18,654.49
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR GREBIEN.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Grebien, seconded by Councilor Hodge, is APPROVED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Margaret M. Lynch-Gadaleta, Esq., City Solicitor, requesting information regarding responsibility for the problems at the Northern RI Private Industry Council.
Upon motion made by Councilor Hodge, seconded by the entire City Council, the meeting is adjourned at 7:00 p.m. in memory of The Honorable Dennis M. Lynch, former Mayor of the City of Pawtucket.