City Council, August 8, 2012
A regular session of the Pawtucket City Council is held Wednesday, August 8, 2012, at 7:29 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 137 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket, RI.
Present - President Moran, Councilors Barros, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
Absent – Councilors Barry and Chadwick.
President Moran presides.
The reading of the records of July 25, 2012 is dispensed with and the records are APPROVED as prepared by the Clerk.
Upon motion made by Councilor Hodge, seconded by Councilor Tetreault, the *Consent Agenda is APPROVED, on a unanimous voice vote.
*THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATIONS ARE READ AND ORDERED FILED:
| | A. Communication from Rhode Island Department of Transportation to the Pawtucket City Council (Pawtucket Bridge #550 Updates for July 22-28, 2012 and July 29–August 4, 2012) |
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| | B. Various Forms and Statements from RI Clean Water Finance Agency for the Month Ending July 30, 2012. |
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| | C. Communication from Diane E. Wyman, Acting Tax Collector, to Council President David P. Moran and Members of the City Council. (Repayment of Tax Anticipation Note) |
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| | D. Communication from David Clemente, Purchasing Agent, to the Honorable Members of the Pawtucket City Council. (Policy regarding the Disposition of Property) |
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| | E. Communication from Robert W. Burns, Acting Tax Assessor, to Councilor Thomas Hodge & Members of the Pawtucket City Council. (Response – Historic Exemptions) |
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| | F. Communication from Barney S. Heath, Acting Director, Planning & Redevelopment, to Richard J. Goldstein, City Clerk. (Response – Certificate of Appropriateness Historic District Commission) |
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| | G. Communication from Michael E. Burns, Traffic Engineering Supervisor, to the Pawtucket City Council. (Response - Armistice Boulevard & Newport Avenue Northwest Corner Diagonal Parking Request Referred to State Traffic Commission) |
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| | H. Communication from Robert W. Burns, Acting Tax Assessor, to the Pawtucket City Council. (Correction to Tax Stabilization Resolution for 163 Exchange Street) IS REFERRED TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE. |
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| | I. An Ordinance in Amendment of Chapters 1 and 260 of the Code of Ordinances of The City of Pawtucket, 1996, Entitled “General Provisions” and “Licensing,” Respectively. (License Approval and Adjudication by Board of License Commissioners) IS LAID ON THE TABLE AND REFERRED TO THE LICENSE COMMITTEE. |
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THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR WILDENHAIN.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Wildenhain, seconded by Councilor Vitali, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Anna Stetson, Providence City Clerk, requesting a copy of Providence’s ordinance on Abandoned and blighted properties.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR WILDENHAIN.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor Wildenhain, seconded by Councilor Vitali, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Frank J. Milos, Jr., Esq., City Solicitor, requesting that he review the 1990 court decision by Judge Mutter regarding the Dollar Tree property on Central Avenue to determine what was decided about the use of the back lot on the property.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR O’NEILL.
With majority consent of the Council, the following motion made by Councilor O’Neill, on behalf of Council President Moran, seconded by Councilor Wildenhain, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to John Hanley, Acting Director, Zoning & Code Enforcement, requesting the reinstatement of the vacant and abandoned housing report on a monthly basis.
Petition for a Second Hand Shop License (Class C – used miscellaneous merchandise) by Spindle City Pawnbrokers, Inc., d/b/a Fall River Pawnbrokers, 121 Broad Street, Tax Assessors Plat 43, Lot 63, to keep a shop for the purpose of purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically used general merchandise etc. LIC#8339, which was advertised for a hearing at this time, is taken up:
Speaking in favor is the applicant, Aaron Tetreault, 1282 Highland Avenue, Fall River, MA and Peter Saulino, Esq., 550 Locust Street, Fall River, MA.
Mr. Tetreault states that the hours of operation will be 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday and 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Saturday.
They operate 13 other stores.
There are no other speakers. The Public Hearing is closed.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR WILDENHAIN.
Upon motion made by Councilor Wildenhain, seconded by Councilor Barros, the following license is APPROVED on a unanimous voice vote:
Petition for a Second Hand Shop License (Class C – used miscellaneous merchandise) by Spindle City Pawnbrokers, Inc., d/b/a Fall River Pawnbrokers, 121 Broad Street, Tax Assessors Plat 43, Lot 63, to keep a shop for the purpose of purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically used general merchandise etc. LIC#8339
UPON UNANIMOUS CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL, THE COUNCIL TAKES UP THE FOLLOWING MATTERS AT THIS TIME:
AN ORDINANCE FIXING THE SALARIES FOR CLASSIFIED NON-UNION POSITIONS AND REPEALING CHAPTERS 2990 & 2991 IN THEIR ENTIRETY. (Public Works)
AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 2998 ESTABLISHING A PAY PLAN FOR THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET FOR LOCAL 3960 (PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL UNION) (Public Works)
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 Moran, Councilors Barros, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
AN ORDINANCE FIXING THE SALARIES FOR CLASSIFIED NON-UNION POSITIONS AND REPEALING CHAPTERS 2990 & 2991 IN THEIR ENTIRETY. (Public Works)
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 Moran, Councilors Barros, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 2998 ESTABLISHING A PAY PLAN FOR THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET FOR LOCAL 3960 (PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL UNION) (Public Works)
UPON UNANIMOUS CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL, THE COUNCIL TAKES UP THE FOLLOWING MATTER AT THIS TIME:
AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 63 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET, ENTITLED “PERSONNEL POLICIES” (Payment in Lieu of Medical/Dental Benefits)
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR HODGE.
A motion made by Councilor Hodge, seconded by Councilor Wildenhain, to LAY ON THE TABLE the following ordinance is DEFEATED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES – Councilors Hodge, Tetreault and Wildenhain.
NOES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, O’Neill, and Vitali.
AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 63 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET, ENTITLED “PERSONNEL POLICIES” (Payment in Lieu of Medical/Dental Benefits)
THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE, SUBMITTED WITH THE RECOMMENDATION FOR APPROVAL BY THE FINANCE COMMITTEE, IS DEFEATED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, O’Neill, and Vitali.
NOES – Councilors Hodge, Tetreault and Wildenhain.
AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 63 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET, ENTITLED “PERSONNEL POLICIES” (Payment in Lieu of Medical/Dental Benefits)
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR O’NEILL.
Upon motion made by Councilor O’Neill, seconded by Councilor Vitali, the following ordinance is RECONSIDERED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Hodge, O’Neill, and Vitali.
NOES – Councilors Tetreault and Wildenhain.
AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 63 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET, ENTITLED “PERSONNEL POLICIES” (Payment in Lieu of Medical/Dental Benefits)
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR O’NEILL.
Upon motion made by Councilor O’Neill, seconded by Councilor Hodge, the following ordinance is LAID ON THE TABLE on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault and Vitali.
NOES – Councilor Wildenhain.
AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 63 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET, ENTITLED “PERSONNEL POLICIES” (Payment in Lieu of Medical/Dental Benefits)
UPON UNANIMOUS CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL, THE COUNCIL TAKES UP THE FOLLOWING MATTER AT THIS TIME:
AMENDMENT TO THE ORDINANCE ENTITLED “AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 2990 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET ESTABLISHING A PAY PLAN FOR THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET FOR CLASSIFIED NON-UNION POSITIONS (Adding Police Administrative Assistant)”
COUNCILOR WILDENHAIN LEAVES THE CHAMBERS AT 8:24 P.M.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE, THE FOLLOWING AMENDMENT TO THE ORDINANCE ENTITLED “AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 2990 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET ESTABLISHING A PAY PLAN FOR THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET FOR CLASSIFIED NON-UNION POSITIONS (Adding Police Administrative Assistant)” IS APPROVED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, and Vitali.
NOES – 0.
Amend the following:
Section 1. Section 3 of Chapter 2990 of the Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket Establishing a Pay Plan for the City of Pawtucket for Classified Non Union shall be amended as follows:
CREATE:
Delete: Position of Police Administrative Secretary as a Classified Non Union position at a pay grade of X07 with a salary range of $39,415.90 - $45,298.58
Add: Position of Police Administrative Secretary as a Classified Non Union position at a pay grade X05 with a salary range of $36,003.94 - $41,300.05
COUNCILOR WILDENHAIN RETURNS TO THE CHAMBERS AT 8:27 P.M.
Petition for a Second Hand Shop License (Class C - used miscellaneous merchandise) by Saunders, Sterling and Kathleen d/b/a CKS Etc, 822 Newport Avenue, Tax Assessors Plat 27, Lot 938, to keep a shop for the purpose of purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically used collectables, furnishings, clothing etc. LIC#8296, which was advertised for a hearing at this time, is taken up:
Speaking in favor are applicants, Kathleen Weaver Saunders and Sterling Saunders, 767 Newport Avenue, Pawtucket, RI.
Ms. Saunders states that the shop is two storefronts away from KIPS Restaurant. They will offer consignments and will sell new and used articles. The hours of operation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
There are no other speakers. The Public Hearing is closed.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR O’NEILL.
Upon motion made by Councilor O’Neill, seconded by Councilor Barros, the following license is APPROVED on a unanimous voice vote:
Petition for a Second Hand Shop License (Class C - used miscellaneous merchandise) by Saunders, Sterling and Kathleen d/b/a CKS Etc, 822 Newport Avenue, Tax Assessors Plat 27, Lot 938, to keep a shop for the purpose of purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically used collectables, furnishings, clothing etc. LIC#8296
Petition for Auto Repair Shop and Second Hand Shop Licenses (Class B - used auto parts) by Pawtucket Automotive Inc. (transfer from Americar Sales & Collision Center Inc.), 626 Main Street, Tax Assessors Plat 53 Lot 636, 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#8322 #8321, which was advertised for a hearing at this time, is taken up:
Present is applicant, Domenic Coccia, Jr., 15 Angel Road, North Providence, RI.
Also present is Domenic Coccia, Sr. 10 DiFilippo Court, North Providence, RI.
Speaking in favor is Mr. Coccia Sr. who states that he had conducted business there for over 40 years.
Speaking in opposition is Edward Knight, 100 Cleveland Street, Pawtucket, RI.
Mr. Knight states that he opposes the license. He got his money back, but he was just 1 of 50. He wants to know how much the City paid for the police to investigate what took place there and for the towing of the cars. He believes it’s a disgrace to the City of Pawtucket. He questions how many people didn’t know their cars were being rented out.
There are no other speakers. The Public Hearing is closed.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR VITALI.
Upon motion made by Councilor Vitali, seconded by Councilor Wildenhain, the following license is APPROVED on a unanimous voice vote:
Petition for Auto Repair Shop and Second Hand Shop Licenses (Class B - used auto parts) by Pawtucket Automotive Inc. (transfer from Americar Sales & Collision Center Inc.), 626 Main Street, Tax Assessors Plat 53 Lot 636, 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#8322 #8321
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 Parks Commission for confirmation.
PARKS COMMISSION
Beth Roberge, 105 Park Street, Apt. B102, Pawtucket, RI 02860. Term expires the first Monday in August, 2015 is READ AND ORDERED FILED.
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, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
PARKS COMMISSION
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 Parks Commission for confirmation:
PARKS COMMISSION
Tammy Ward, 66 Dawson Street, Pawtucket, RI 02861. Term expires the first Monday in August, 2015 is READ AND ORDERED FILED.
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, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
PARKS COMMISSION
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 Parks Commission for confirmation:
PARKS COMMISSION
Charles Allen, 23 Atwood Avenue, Pawtucket, RI 02860. Term expires the first Monday in August, 2015 is READ AND ORDERED FILED.
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, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
PARKS COMMISSION
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 Parks Commission for confirmation:
PARKS COMMISSION
Richard Tierney, 52 Stafford Street, Pawtucket, RI 02861. Term expires the first Monday in August, 2015 is READ AND ORDERED FILED.
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, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR TETREAULT.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilor Tetreault introduces the following communication:
Upon motion made by Councilor Tetreault, seconded by Councilor Hodge, the following communication is READ AND ORDERED FILED:
Communication from Joanna L’Heureux, Finance Director, to Councilor Tetreault (Response to Questions regarding the June 2012 Status of Appropriations)
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE AND THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS, THE FOLLOWING TAX APPEAL MATTERS ARE SETTLED FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT OF $29,257.27, ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES – 0.
Leviton Manufacturing Co Inc
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES – 0.
International Wire & Cable Corp
The following ordinance is read for the SECOND time and PASSED on a roll call vote, as follows:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE IS READ FOR THE FIRST TIME AND PASSED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 410 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET, ENTITLED “ZONING” (Text and Official Maps) Historic Overlay – 39 Lafayette Street & 14 Perrin Avenue
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE, THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE IS READ FOR THE FIRST TIME, AS AMENDED, AND PASSED ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
AYES – President Moran, Councilors Barros, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 2990 _______ OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET ESTABLISHING A PAY PLAN FOR THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET FOR CLASSIFIED NON-UNION POSITIONS. (POLICE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT) AS AMENDED
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 Moran, Councilors Barros, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
AN ORDINANCE IN AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 2976 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET ESTABLISHING A PAY PLAN FOR THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET FOR LOCAL 1012 (Deleting Police/ CD Secretary)
THE FOLLOWING LICENSES WERE LAID ON THE TABLE AT THE MEETINGS HELD APRIL 11 & 25, MAY 9 & 23, JUNE 6 & 20, 2012 AND ARE AGAIN TAKEN UP:
AUTOMOBILE REPAIR SHOP AND SECOND HAND SHOP LICENSES (CLASS A & B) (Selling used automobiles and parts) (Renewals)
RZG Inc., d/b/a Tiki’s Auto Sales, 66 Hilton St. LIC#4887 #4891
RZG Inc., d/b/a Tiki’s Auto Sales Annex, 772 Main St. LIC#5071 #5091
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR BARROS.
Upon motion made by Councilor Barros, seconded by Councilor O’Neill, the following licenses are again LAID ON THE TABLE and the license holders are SUMMONED TO APPEAR FOR A FORMAL HEARING TO BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 5, 2012.
AUTOMOBILE REPAIR SHOP AND SECOND HAND SHOP LICENSES (CLASS A & B) (Selling used automobiles and parts) (Renewals)
RZG Inc., d/b/a Tiki’s Auto Sales, 66 Hilton St. LIC#4887 #4891
RZG Inc., d/b/a Tiki’s Auto Sales Annex, 772 Main St. LIC#5071 #5091
*THE FOLLOWING PETITIONS FOR LICENSES ARE APPROVED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
PUBLIC LAUNDRY Renewal –
Bawa & Gill, Inc. d/b/a Tidy Mom, 11 Benefit St, LIC#3055
SIGN PERMIT New –
David M. Bogdanski d/b/a My Daddy’s Pizza and Grille, 596 Pawtucket Ave. (1) LIC#8358
SIGN PERMIT Renewal –
Apex Tire & Service Center, LLC., d/b/a Apex Tire & Service Center, 33 Main St. (2) LIC#3320
Jeanne’s Printing Inc., d/b/a Minuteman Press of Pawtucket, 580 Central Ave. (1) LIC#3333
WASTE HAULER Renewals –
Coastal Recycling Inc., d/b/a Coastal Recycling , 761 Great Road, North Smithfield, RI, LIC#3342
M & M Disposal, Inc., d/b/a M & M Disposal, 46 Shun Pike, Johnston, RI, LIC#3344
MTG Disposal LLC, 19 Industrial Way, P.O. Box 70, Seekonk, MA, LIC#5765
*THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS:
Kerry Dean - $30.00
Mary Grigas - $162.07
Aicha Ly and Anna Sidibe, by Metlife Auto & Home - $2,990.88
David Sklarski - $812.60
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 Moran, Councilors Barros, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Gale Martin - $200.00
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 Moran, Councilors Barros, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Anthony Croce by American Commerce Insurance Company - $3,428.42
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 Moran, Councilors Barros, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Marisol Polanco - $1,800.00
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, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Ramiro Ricaurte – by Allstate Insurance - $6,000.00
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, Hodge, O’Neill, Tetreault, Vitali and Wildenhain.
NOES - 0.
Ramiro Ricaurte - $23,705.70
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:
Robert Zampini by Jennifer Sylvia, Esq. – No Amount Specified
Chanel Velasquez by Matthew Durfee, Esq. – No Amount Specified
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS, THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE LAID ON THE TABLE, ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
Laurie Beck - $135.71
Kevin Bessette - $941.35-$998.39
Upon motion made by Councilor Wildenhain, seconded by the entire City Council, the meeting is adjourned at 9:11 p.m., in memory of BILL WARE, the Uncle of Councilor Wildenhain, and RONALD MURBY, who was an employee of the City of Pawtucket for 52 years.