CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE
DOCKET-REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY, MARCH 15, 2022
CALL TO ORDER: 6:30 P.M.
145 TAUNTON AVENUE-CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND
EXECUTIVE SESSION: CONFERENCE ROOM A
OPEN SESSION WILL IMMEDIATELY FOLLOW EXECUTIVE SESSION
Notice: The meeting will also be viewable live at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0YEW6s1RpjcKR47VMil1LA
City Council:
Council President, Robert Britto - Ward 1
Council Vice-President: Bob Rodericks - At Large
Councilwoman Anna Sousa - Ward 2
Councilman Nate Cahoon - Ward 3
Councilman Ricardo Mourato - Ward 4
City Solicitor, Michael J. Marcello
Deputy City Clerk, Leah Stoddard
I. CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call
Cahoon_____ Mourato_____ Rodericks_____ Sousa _____ Britto_____
II. SALUTE TO THE FLAG
III. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The City Council of East Providence may meet in Executive Session,
pursuant to RIGL §42-46-5 (a)(2) claims/litigation
A. New Claims
1. Matthew McNulty
2. Jason & Alison Mimoso
3. Maria Paiva
4. Donna Popolillo
5. Cynthia Samson
6. Scott Travers
B. Pursuant to R.I. Gen. Laws 42-46-5(a)(2) Litigation - Cheryl Curti vs. City of East Providence, R.I. Commission for Human Rights, RICHR No. 21 ESE 071-05/03
Discussion, update and possible vote to authorize compromise
IV. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
Cahoon_____ Mourato_____ Rodericks_____ Sousa _____ Britto_____
V. MOTION TO SEAL EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES
VI. CONSENT CALENDAR – For discussion and possible vote
A. COUNCIL JOURNALS:
1. Executive Session meeting minutes February 15, 2022
2. Executive Session meeting minutes March 1, 2022
3. Regular meeting minutes March 1, 2022
VII. LICENSES - For discussion and possible vote
A. NON-PUBLIC HEARING
1. Road Race
Applicant: Nick Rebar
Location: 20 Newman Ave., 02916
Date & Time of Event: April 24, 2021
2. Application for Victualling License – Class 2 - New
Applicant: David Boutros
Business Name: Bajas Fresh Grill III, LLC
Business Address: 75 Highland Ave., 02914
3. Application for Holiday Sales - New
Applicant: David Boutros
Business Name: Bajas Fresh Grill III, LLC
Business Address: 75 Highland Ave., 02914
4. Application for Victualling License – Class 2 - New
Applicant: Robert Peretti
Business Name: Cigar World, LLC
Business Address: 899 Warren Ave., 02914
5. Application for Holiday Sales - New
Applicant: Robert Peretti
Business Name: Cigar World, LLC
Business Address: 899 Warren Ave., 02914
6. Application for Holiday Sales - New
Applicant: Kungkea Sam
Business Name: K Nails and Spa
Business Address: 575 Taunton Ave., 02914
7. Application for Holiday Sales - New
Applicant: John McKenna
Business Name: The Paint Shoppe
Business Address: 2719 Pawtucket Ave., 02914
8. Application for Victualing License – Class 3 – Transfer
Transfer from: EP Donuts, LLC
Transfer to: Pawtucket Ave Donuts, LLC
Location: 2371 Pawtucket Ave., 02914
9. Application for Victualing License – Class 3 – Transfer
Transfer from: Martins Bakers, LLC
Transfer to: Rumford Donuts, LLC
Location: 399 N Broadway, 02916
10. Car parade
Applicant: Joseph Thompson
Location: Commercial Way to Waterman Ave., to highway on ramp
Date & Time of Event: August 10, 2022, 7:00pm
B. PUBLIC HEARING
1. BV Liquor License – New
Applicant: David Boutros
Business Name: Baja Fresh Grill III, LLC
Business Address: 75 Highland Ave., 02914
2. BV Liquor License – New
Applicant: Robert Peretti
Business Name: Cigar World, LLC
Business Address: 899 Warren Ave., 02914
VIII. PROCLAMATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
A. Presentations
1. Review and discussion of proposed ward redistricting by ARCBridge Consulting & Training Inc. related to City wards as a result of the 2020 census – Priti Mathur
IX. COMMUNICATIONS – None
Any person who submits a communication to the Council and wishes to speak on it must indicate this in writing no later than 4:00 p.m. the Thursday prior to the next regularly scheduled Council meeting. A person who lists more than one topic on their communication will be allowed to speak on the first one listed.
X. PUBLIC COMMENT – None
All persons wishing to make public comment shall sign a public comment sheet stating their name, address and the subject of their comments. Each speaker will be limited to three (3) minutes. The order of speakers will be on a first come, first serve basis and the maximum time for public comment shall by limited to thirty (30) minutes per meeting.
XI. APPOINTMENTS - None
XII. COUNCIL MEMBERS
1. Potential City Ordinance regarding the rise in catalytic converter thefts – Council Vice President Rodericks - Discussion only
2. Conversation on community notification of council meetings, workshops, etc. – Council Vice President Rodericks – Discussion only
3. Organiztion of a task force consisting of City engineers, residents and other interested parties regarding the years long problem of ground water drainage in Riverside and other effected areas – Council Vice President Rodericks – Possible vote
XIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS – Ordinances – For discussion and possible vote
A. First and Final Passage
1. An ordinance of the Council of the City of East Providence appropriating $97,250 for
the installation of a new interior sprinkler system for the Department of Public Works complex located at 60 Commercial Way
Summary: The purpose of this Ordinance is to allocate $97,250 of the remaining unencumbered and unallocated balance of funds remaining in the Capital Budget in an amount equal to $2,909,108.
Sponsor: Councilman Cahoon
B. Second Passage
1. An ordinance Rescinding Prior Bond Borrowing Authorizations
Summary: To rescind and extinguish the authorization to borrowing for select projects
Sponsor: Council President Britto
2. An ordinance adopting an amended East Providence waterfront special development district tax increment financing plan (the “amended project plan”) and authorizing the issuance of bonds to finance certain public infrastructure and public improvements necessary in connection with the East Point Site project
Summary: A list of findings, determinations and declarations with regard to the East Providence Waterfront Special Development District Tax Increment Finance Plan
Sponsor: Council President Britto
Presentation: City of East Providence Planning Department
3. An ordinance in amendment of chapter 18 of the revised ordinances of the City of east Providence, Rhode Island, as amended, entitled “Vehicles and Traffic”
Summary: Sec. 18-307 no parking Broadway (west side), from Freeborn Avenue to Warren Avenue
Sponsor: Council Vice President Rodericks
4. An ordinance in amendment of Chapter 18 of the revised ordinances of the City of East Providence, Rhode Island, 1998, as amended, entitled “Vehicles and Traffic”
Summary: Sec 18-307 no parking Goldsmith Avenue (east side), from Taunton Avenue north for 80 feet
Sponsor: Council Vice President Rodericks
5. An ordinance in amendment of Chapter 8 of the revised ordinances of the city of East Providence, Rhode Island, 1998, as amended, entitled “Licenses and Business Regulations”
Summary: Amending the ordinance to exclude certain crafters, artisans, religious groups and civic & youth groups from the requirement of getting a Hawkers and Peddlers license
Sponsor: Council Vice President Rodericks
XIV. CONTINUED BUSINESS - None
XV. NEW BUSINESS
A. MAYOR COMMUNICATIONS
1. Appointment not requiring Council Confirmation
a. Deborah T. Omerod, reappointment to the East Providence Historic District Commission, term 03/15/2022-03/14/2025
b. Nancy Moore, reappointment to the East Providence Historic District Commission, term 03/15/2022-03/14/2025
2. Items for Discussion
a. 2021 Departmental Accomplishments/2022 Goals – Mayor Roberto DaSilva
b. Women’s Month Proclamation & Remarkable Women
c. Flag Day – Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day and Irish Heritage
B. REPORTS OF OTHER CITY OFFICIALS
1. Report of the City Solicitor
a. Claims Committee Report
2. Zoning – Ed Pimental
a. 1. Jackie Trudel dba Jackie on Broadway – Sign for new business: 36” projection, 24” Tall, 11’ 4” above the sidewalk to bottom of sign, will be over public sidewalk – For discussion/approval and possible vote
C. RESOLUTIONS – For discussion and possible vote
1. Resolution authorizing the purchase or required Fire Fighter equipment
Sponsor: Council Vice President Rodericks
2. Resolution requesting the Rhode Island General Assembly to pass legislation which authorizes the City to delay the implementation of the most recent revaluation without penalty
Sponsor: Councilman Cahoon
3. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Fire Equipment Inc. for the installation of a new interior sprinkler system for the Department of Public Works complex located at 60 Commercial Way
Sponsor: Councilman Cahoon
D. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES – For discussion and possible vote
1. An ordinance in amendment of Chapter 12 of the revised ordinances of the City of East Providence, Rhode Island, 1998, as amended, entitled “Police”
Summary: Requires City Council authorization related to the use, funding and regulation of automated license plate readers
Sponsor: Councilman Mourato and Councilwoman Sousa
XVII. ADJOURNMENT
If communication assistance is needed or any other accommodations to ensure equal participation, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 401.435.7596 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting date.
