City Council, February 9, 2011
A regular session of the Pawtucket City Council is held Wednesday, February 9, 2011, at 7:57 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 137 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket, RI.
Present - President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
Absent – 0.
President Moran presides.
The reading of the records of January 19, 2011 is dispensed with and the records are APPROVED as prepared by the Clerk.
Upon motion made by Councilor Hodge, seconded by Councilor Chadwick, the *Consent Agenda is APPROVED, on a unanimous voice vote.
*THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATIONS ARE READ AND ORDERED FILED:
| | A. Communication from Joseph Roque, Purchasing Agent, to the Pawtucket City Council (Emergency Purchase Authorizations – September and October 2010) | |
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| | B. 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 Period July 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010) | |
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| ** | C. Communication from Mayor Donald R. Grebien to the Pawtucket City Council (Keeping the Council Informed on Cost Saving Measures) | |
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| | D. Communication from Mayor Donald R. Grebien to Jack Carney, Director Emeritus, Pawtucket Department of Public Works (Unused Vacation Time) | |
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| ** | E. Communication from Mayor Donald R. Grebien to School Superintendent Deborah Cylke (Deficit Reduction Measures) | |
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| ** | F. Communication from Mayor Donald R. Grebien to the Pawtucket City Council (Mayor’s Recusal from Evaluation Process for Privatizing Rescue Services) | |
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| | H. Communication from Rosemary Booth Gallogly, Director, Department of Revenue to Mayor Donald R. Grebien (Budget Deficit) | |
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| | J. Communication from Kazem Farhoumand, P.E. Chief Engineer, RIDOT to Richard J. Goldstein, MMC, City Clerk (Response - Confirmation to Attend the Pre-Council Meeting) | |
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| | K. Communication from Rhode Island Department of Transportation to the Pawtucket City Council (Pawtucket Bridge #550 Updates for January 16-22, 2011; January 23-29, 2011 and January 30-February 5, 2011) | |
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| | L. Resolutions from Karin H. Clancey, Middletown Deputy Town Clerk and Dale S. Holberton, South Kingstown Town Clerk, to City and Town Clerks (Support of America’s Cup Races in Newport) | |
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| | M. Resolution from Cheryl A. Fernstrom, CMC, Jamestown Town Clerk, to City and Town Clerks (Support of Extended Producer Responsibility) | |
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| | N. Communication from Lisa Pinsonneault, Esq., to the Honorable Mayor Donald R. Grebien (Resignation from the Zoning Board of Appeals) | |
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| ** | O. Communication from Councilman Mark J. Wildenhain to Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (Regarding Low-Interest Loans to Help Struggling Communities) |
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| | P. Communication from James DeCelles, Chief Engineer, PWSB, to Richard J. Goldstein, MMC, City Clerk (PWSB Contribution Toward the Purchase of Emerson Property, Tower Hill Road, Cumberland) |
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| | Q. Communication from James DeCelles, Chief Engineer, PWSB, to Richard J. Goldstein, MMC, City Clerk (Enter into a Purchase and Sales Agreement for Property at 241 Grotto Avenue) is READ AND ORDERED FILED and REFERRED TO THE CITY PROPERTY COMMITTEE |
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| | R. Communication from Denise Panichas, Executive Director, The Samaritans, to Councilor John Barry is READ AND ORDERED FILED and REFERRED TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE REQUESTING APPROPRIATION FUNDS FROM THE FY’12 BUDGET |
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| | S. An Ordinance in Amendment of Chapter 2703 and 2795, of the Revised Ordinance of the City of Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Update to the 2005 Comprehensive Plan (Update to the Comprehensive Plan) (Chapter 1 - Land Use; Chapter 2 - Housing; Chapter 3 - Economic Development; Chapter 4 - Natural and Cultural Resources; Chapter 5 - Open Space and Recreation; Chapter 6 - Community Services and Facilities; Chapter 7 - Transportation; Executive Summary and Introduction and Appendix) is LAID ON THE TABLE AND A PUBLIC HEARING IS SET FOR FEBRUARY 23, 2011, WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE |
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| | T. Resolution Conditionally Approving the 2011 Updates of the Strategy for Reducing Risks From Natural Hazards in Pawtucket, Rhode Island: A Multi-Hazard Mitigation Strategy is READ AND ORDERED FILED and A PUBLIC HEARING IS SET FOR FEBRUARY 23, 2011, WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE |
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| ** | U. An Ordinance in Amendment of Chapter 59 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket, 1996, Entitled “Pensions” (Contribution to the Police and Fire Pension Fund) is LAID ON THE TABLE and REFERRED TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE |
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| | V. Communication from Lisa Primiano, Deputy Chief, RI Department of Environmental Management to Barney S. Heath, Acting Director, Department of Planning and Redevelopment (RIDEM’s Approval of the City’s Request to Transfer an 8.19 Acre Portion of the Seekonk River Reservation Property located on School Street to the Pawtucket Boys and Girls Club) is READ AND ORDERED FILED and REFERRED TO THE CITY PROPERTY COMMITTEE |
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**TAKEN OFF CONSENT AGENDA FOR COMMENTS ONLY, NO OTHER ACTION TAKEN.
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THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR O’NEILL.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor O’Neill, seconded by Councilor Hodge, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Mayor Donald R. Grebien, requesting that he look into and provide the Council with the affect on city revenues if the exemption on auto values is reduced from $3,400 to $500, while at the same time the auto tax rate is reduced by 10%.
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THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR O’NEILL.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor O’Neill, seconded by Councilors Hodge and Barros, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Mayor Donald R. Grebien, requesting that when he fills the position of Assistant City Solicitor, he gives strong consideration to selecting someone who has experience dealing with labor issues. It is hoped that by doing so, the city will be able to reduce the cost of outside legal services.
THE FOLLOWING LICENSE, WHICH WAS LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 5, 2011, IS AGAIN TAKEN UP:
Petition for Auto Repair Shop and Second Hand Shop Licenses (Class B - used auto parts) by Los Rosario Auto Repair Inc., d/b/a Los Rosario Auto Repair, (transfer from Ivonne Rosario’s Auto Repair, Inc., d/b/a Ivonne Rosario’s Auto Repair Shop), 36 Newport Avenue, Tax Assessors Plat 40, Lot 1032, to keep a shop for the purpose of repairing automobiles and purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically used auto parts for said repair LIC#6032 & #6031, which was advertised for a hearing at this time, is taken up:
STIPULATIONS:
1. No more than four (4) cars parked in the back of the building along the tree line.
2. All work must be done inside.
Speaking in favor is Eufrosina Pachaco, 40 Lighthouse View Drive, Middletown, RI.
Mr. Pachaco states that Mr. Rosario is aware of the stipulations on the license and is okay with them.
There are no other speakers.
The hearing is closed.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR O’NEILL.
Upon motion made by Councilor O’Neill, seconded by Councilor Hodge, the following license is APPROVED WITH ADDITIONAL STIPULATIONS as follows, on unanimous voice vote:
Petition for Auto Repair Shop and Second Hand Shop Licenses (Class B - used auto parts) by Los Rosario Auto Repair Inc., d/b/a Los Rosario Auto Repair, (transfer from Ivonne Rosario’s Auto Repair, Inc., d/b/a Ivonne Rosario’s Auto Repair Shop), 36 Newport Avenue, Tax Assessors Plat 40, Lot 1032, to keep a shop for the purpose of repairing automobiles and purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically used auto parts for said repair LIC#6032 & #6031
STIPULATIONS:
1. No more than four (4) cars parked in the back of the building along the tree line.
2. All work must be done inside.
3. No junk parts left outside
4. No inoperable vehicles used for parts
COUNCILOR WILDENHAIN LEAVES THE CHAMBERS AT 8:41 P.M.
THE ELECTION OF CITY OFFICERS IS TAKEN UP:
SEALER OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES (2-YEAR TERM)
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR BARRY.
Upon motion made by Councilor Barry, seconded by Councilor Hodge, the name of John Pita is placed in nomination to serve as the Sealer of Weights and Measures.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR BARROS
Upon motion made by Councilor Barros, seconded by Councilor Chadwick, the nominations for Sealer of Weights and Measures are closed, on a unanimous voice vote.
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, and Vitali.
NOES - 0.
COUNCILOR WILDENHAIN RETURNS TO THE CHAMBERS AT 8:45 P.M.
CITY SERGEANT (2-YEAR TERM)
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR HODGE.
Upon motion by Councilor Hodge, seconded Councilors Chadwick and Tetreault, the name of Ronald Gauthier is placed in nomination to serve as the City Sergeant.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR BARRY
Upon motion made by Councilor Barry, seconded by Councilor Vitali, the nominations for City Sergeant are closed, on a unanimous voice vote.
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
JUDGE OF PROBATE (2-YEAR TERM)
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VITALI.
Upon motion by Councilor Vitali, seconded Councilors Barry and Barros, the name of Cristine McBurney is placed in nomination to serve as the Judge of Probate.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR BARRY
Upon motion made by Councilor Barry, seconded by Councilor Hodge, the nominations for Judge of Probate are closed, on a unanimous voice vote.
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Communication from Richard J. Goldstein, MMC, City Clerk, to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council, submitting the following reappointment by Council President Moran as a member of the Riverfront Commission, pending confirmation from Mayor Donald R. Grebien
RIVERFRONT COMMISSION
The following reappointment is APPROVED pending confirmation by Mayor Donald R. Grebien on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Albert J. Vitali, Jr. 85 Pequot Road, Pawtucket, RI 02861. Term expires the first Monday in June, 2012.
Communication from Richard J. Goldstein, MMC, City Clerk, to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council, submitting the following reappointment by Council President Moran as a member of the Riverfront Commission, pending confirmation from Mayor Donald R. Grebien
RIVERFRONT COMMISSION
The following reappointment is APPROVED pending confirmation by Mayor Donald R. Grebien on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Miriam Plitt, 44 Cooke Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860. Term expires the first Monday in June, 2013
Communication from Richard J. Goldstein, MMC, City Clerk, to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council, submitting the following reappointment by Council President Moran as a member of the Riverfront Commission, pending confirmation from Mayor Donald R. Grebien
RIVERFRONT COMMISSION
The following reappointment is APPROVED pending confirmation by Mayor Donald R. Grebien on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Kathie Wheaton, 641 East Avenue, Pawtucket, RI 02860. Term expires the first Monday in June, 2013.
Communication from Richard J. Goldstein, MMC, City Clerk, to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council, submitting the following reappointment by Council President Moran as a member of the Riverfront Commission, pending confirmation from Mayor Donald R. Grebien
RIVERFRONT COMMISSION
The following reappointment is APPROVED pending confirmation by Mayor Donald R. Grebien on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
John J. Barry, III, 118 Division Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860. Term expires the first Monday in June, 2013.
Communication from Richard J. Goldstein, MMC, City Clerk, to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council, submitting the following reappointment by Council President Moran as a member of the Pension Board, pending confirmation from Mayor Donald R. Grebien
PENSION BOARD
The following reappointment is APPROVED pending confirmation by Mayor Donald R. Grebien on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Arthur M. Plitt, 44 Cooke Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860. Term expires the first Monday in June, 2013.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR O’NEILL
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor O’Neill introduces the following communication.
Upon motion made by Council O’Neill, seconded by Councilor Vital, the following communication is READ AND ORDERED FILED.
Communication from Richard Ledford, VP Sales, ACS Photo Enforcement Sales, to the Pawtucket City Council regarding Red Light Enforcement Cameras in the City of Pawtucket.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR O’NEILL.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor O’Neill, seconded by Councilor Vitali, is PASSED on unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Richard Ledford, VP Sales, ACS, at the request of Councilor Christopher O’Neill, inviting him to make a presentation regarding red light cameras at a pre-council session of the city council meeting on March 9, 2011.
Communication from His Honor, Mayor Donald R. Grebien, to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council, submitting the following appointment as a member of the Board of Appeals, FOR CONFIRMATION:
BOARD OF APPEALS
The following nomination submitted by His Honor Mayor Donald R. Grebien, for confirmation is CONFIRMED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Russell J. Ferland, 126 Slater Park Avenue, Pawtucket, RI 02861, term expires the first Monday in January, 2016
Communication from His Honor, Mayor Donald R. Grebien, to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council, submitting the following reappointment as a member of the Personnel Board, FOR CONFIRMATION:
PERSONNEL BOARD
The following nomination submitted by His Honor Mayor Donald R. Grebien, for confirmation is CONFIRMED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Frank M. Sylvester, 94 Gates Street, Pawtucket, RI 02861, term expires the first Monday in January, 2016
Communication from His Honor, Mayor Donald R. Grebien, to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council, submitting the following reappointment as a member of the Purchasing Board, FOR CONFIRMATION:
PURCHASING BOARD
The following nomination submitted by His Honor Mayor Donald R. Grebien, for confirmation is CONFIRMED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Charles Abdelahad, 300 Broadway, Pawtucket, RI 02860, term expires the first Monday in January, 2014
THE ELECTION OF A COUNCIL MEMBER TO SERVE ON THE PURCHASING BOARD, term expires the first Monday in January 2013, is taken up:
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VITALI.
Upon motion made by Councilor Vitali, seconded by Councilors Barros and Barry, the name of Councilor Tetreault is placed in nomination as a Council Member to serve on the Purchasing Board.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR BARRY.
Upon motion made by Councilor Barry, seconded by Councilor Hodge, the nominations are closed, on a unanimous voice vote.
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
THE ELECTION OF COUNCIL MEMBER TO SERVE ON THE WATER SUPPLY BOARD, term expires the first Monday in January 2013, is taken up:
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR BARRY.
Upon motion made by Councilor Barry, seconded by Councilor Chadwick, the name of Councilor Hodge is placed in nomination as a Council Member to serve on the Water Supply Board.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR BARRY.
Upon motion made by Councilor Barry, seconded by Councilor Chadwick, the nominations are closed, on a unanimous voice vote.
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
THE ELECTION OF COUNCIL MEMBER TO SERVE ON THE RIVERFRONT COMMISSION, term expires the first Monday in January 2011, is taken up:
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR HODGE.
Upon motion made by Councilor Hodge, seconded by Councilor Chadwick, the name of Councilor Moran is placed in nomination as a Council Member to serve on the Riverfront Commission.
CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR BARRY.
Upon motion made by Councilor Barry, seconded by Councilors Barros and Wildenhain, the nominations are closed, on a unanimous voice vote.
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
THE FOLLOWING OFFICERS ARE ELECTED FOR 2-YEAR TERMS ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
WEIGHERS OF MERCHANDISE
Adam Sinel
Charles R. Sinel
Samuel R. Sinel
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR WILDENHAIN.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Wildenhain introduces the following communication:
Upon motion made by Councilor Wildenhain, seconded by Councilor Chadwick, the following communication is READ AND ORDERED FILED
Communication from Vincent Medeiros, owner of Archie’s Pizza Restaurant stating that he is unable to attend the Council meeting on February 9, 2011, due to a recent hospitalization.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR WILDENHAIN.
Upon motion made by Councilor Wildenhain, seconded by Councilor Hodge, the hearing on the following license is POSTPONED until the next Council meeting, on a unanimous voice vote:
VICTUALLING HOUSE - First Class
Archie’s Pizza Restaurant, Inc., d/b/a Archie’s Pizza Restaurant, 1479 Newport Ave. LIC#3379
The following resolution is read and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
The following resolution is read and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
The following resolution is read and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
The following resolution is read and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION IS TAKEN UP:
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR WILDENHAIN.
Upon motion made by Councilor Wildenhain, seconded by Councilors Vitali and Barros, the following resolution is LAID ON THE TABLE on a unanimous voice vote:
RESOLUTION REQUESTING LEGISLATION TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET TO REQUIRE THAT ALL PEOPLE WHO SERVE ALCOHOL AT AN EVENT WITH A CLASS F LIQUOR LICENSE COMPLETE A COURSE OF ALCOHOL SERVER TRAINING PRIOR TO THE EVENT
The following resolution is read and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR CHADWICK.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Chadwick introduces the following communication:
Communication from Paul Dolan, Chair, Northern Rhode Island Conservation District, to David Moran, President, Pawtucket City Council requesting a donation to support programs through the Northern Rhode Island Conservation District.
Upon motion made by Councilor Chadwick, seconded by Councilor Barry, the following communication is READ AND ORDERED FILED and REFERRED TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE.
Communication from Paul Dolan, Chair, Northern Rhode Island Conservation District, to David Moran, President, Pawtucket City Council requesting a donation to support programs through the Northern Rhode Island Conservation District.
THE FOLLOWING PETITION FOR LICENSE IS APPROVED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
VICTUALLING HOUSE (First Class) transfer –
J. Lee’s and Mingo’s Entetainment Inc., d/b/a Jay-L Mingo’s Sports Bar and Grille (transfer from 10,000 Hours Inc., d/b/a TKS Tavern) 602 Smithfield Ave., LIC#6204
*THE FOLLOWING PETITIONS FOR LICENSES ARE APPROVED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
ENTERTAINMENT –
Petition of Traveling Theatre, to conduct an “Awards Gala” – Fundraiser at Pawtucket Armory, 172 Exchange Street, on Saturday, April 2, 2011, from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm LIC#6265
Petition of St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee for a license to conduct a Post Parade Party at 461 Main Street, on March 5, 2011, from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. LIC#6377
PEDDLERS Renewal –
Larry Klemanchuck d/b/a La’z Lemonade, 102 Sterry Street, Pawtucket, RI LIC#4924
DRIVER: Larry Klemanchuck, 102 Sterry Street, Pawtucket, RI
TO PEDDLE: Ice Cream & Lemonade
LOCATION: All of Pawtucket
POOL TABLE Renewals -
Carousel Sports Lounge Inc., 507 Armistice Blvd. (3) Weekdays & Sundays LIC#4967
Corina’s Pub Inc., 584 Smithfield Ave. (2) Weekdays & Sundays LIC#3166
Greek Island Inc. d/b/a George’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, 109 Newport Ave. (2) Weekdays & Sundays LIC#3141
J.A.R. Beverage Inc., d/b/a Murray's Pub, 1091 Main St. (1) Weekdays & Sundays LIC#3138
JK Club LLC d/b/a J K Club, 520 Central Ave. (1) Weekdays & Sundays LIC#4932
Lafayette Social Club Inc, 71 Benefit St. (1) Weekdays & Sundays LIC#3125
Maugus Corporation d/b/a The Ground Round, 2 George St. (1) Weekdays & Sundays LIC#5472
Triple P Inc., d/b/a Triple P, 435 York Ave. (1) Weekdays & Sundays LIC#5066
SIGN PERMIT New –
Quick Tax Services, Inc., 832 Main Street, (1) LIC#6236
VICTUALLING HOUSE First Class – transfer
JVD Enterprises LLC d/b/a Piezonis, (transfer from Luna Pichardo LLC d/b/a Pepperoni’s) 392 Cottage St. LIC#6332
*THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS:
Brian Bagshaw - $1,733.10-$2,066.50
Dislon Cosme - $213.48-$230.93 $327.00-$342.00
Edwin Divas by Keith Cardoza, Esq. – No Amount Specified
Jasmine DoCouto - $525.00
Kevin Dolan - $125.32
Domingues Fortes - $1,643.06-$2,918.50
Harry Ogden - $1,087.91-$2,349.99
Rafael Perez - $1,593.98-$1,715.33
Lloyd W. Pinderhughes - $1062.55/$1180.38
Dina Vincent - $172.34
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS, THE FOLLOWING CLAIM FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY IS APPROVED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Carmen Martins - $922.62
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS, THE FOLLOWING CLAIM FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY IS APPROVED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Timothy Mota - $3,500.00
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS, THE MOTION TO DENY THE FOLLOWING CLAIM FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY IS APPROVED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
School Department (Retired Employees) by Carly Beauvais Iafrate – No Amount Specified
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS, THE MOTION TO DENY THE FOLLOWING CLAIM FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY IS APPROVED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Barry, Chadwick, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Josiah Washington (minor of Vanessa Washington) by Fay Law Associates
– No Amount Specified
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS, THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE TAKEN UNDER ADVISEMENT AND REFERRED TO THE LEGAL DEPARTMENT, ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
Daniel Robitaille by Ryan & Ryan, Esq. - $200,000.00
David and Kate Keyser by Paul Cantor, Esq. - $45,000.00
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCIL WILDENHAIN.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Wildenhain, seconded by Councilor Chadwick, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The clerk is instructed to set a Public Hearing on placing a dog park in Slater Park at the location of the lawn bowling green on February 23, 2011.
Upon motion made by Councilor Chadwick, seconded by Councilor Barry, the meeting is adjourned at 9:49 p.m., in honor of Councilor Hodge’s 66th Birthday.