CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE
DOCKET-REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
CALL TO ORDER: 6:30 P.M.
145 TAUNTON AVENUE-CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND
Notice: The meeting will also be viewable live at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0YEW6s1RpjcKR47VMil1LA
City Council:
Council President, Bob Rodericks – At Large
Council Vice-President: Frank Rego – Ward 1
Councilwoman Anna Sousa - Ward 2
Councilman Frank Fogarty - Ward 3
Councilman Rick Lawson - Ward 4
City Solicitor, Michael Marcello
City Clerk, Jill Seppa
I. CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call
Fogarty_____ Lawson_____ Rego_____ Sousa _____ Rodericks_____
II. SALUTE TO THE FLAG
III. PROCLAMATIONS & PRESENTATIONS-
IV. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The City Council of East Providence may meet in Executive Session,
pursuant to RIGL §42-46-5 (a)(1)- personnel, notice given
A. City Clerk
RIGL §42-46-5 (a)(2) litigation
B. Claims
1. Mario Correia
2. William Nichols
3. Edward Tanguay
C. Sewer Charge Abatement
1. JMB Enterprises
Member Aye Nay
Fogarty
Lawson
Rego
Sousa
Rodericks
IV. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
Fogarty_____ Lawson_____ Rego_____ Sousa _____ Rodericks_____
V. MOTION TO SEAL EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES
Member Aye Nay
Fogarty
Lawson
Rego
Sousa
Rodericks
VII. CONSENT CALENDAR - For discussion and possible vote –
A. TAX ABATEMENTS
Year Amount
2024 $444.56
Total $444.56
Member Aye Nay
Fogarty
Lawson
Rego
Sousa
Rodericks
VIII. LICENSES - For discussion and possible vote
A. Motion to bundle licenses 1-6
Member Aye Nay
Fogarty
Lawson
Rego
Sousa
Rodericks
B. Motion to approve licenses
Member Aye Nay
Fogarty
Lawson
Rego
Sousa
Rodericks
C. NON-PUBLIC HEARING
1. Special Events – One Day Entertainment
Applicant: Diane Sullivan
Location: 610 Waterman Avenue (02914)
Event: East Providence Winterfest
Date & Time: December 14, 2024 3:00pm-7:00pm
Member Aye Nay
Fogarty
Lawson
Rego
Sousa
Rodericks
2. Special Events – One Day Entertainment
Applicant: Melissa Miceli
Location: 33 Linden St (02914)
Event: Sixtieth Birthday Party
Date & Time: October 5, 2024 4:00pm-11:00pm
Member Aye Nay
Fogarty
Lawson
Rego
Sousa
Rodericks
3. Special Events – One Day Entertainment
Applicant: Celeste Bremer
Location 7 Forbes St (02915)
Event: Gluten Free Food Fest
Date & Time: October 4, 2024 5:00pm-8:00pm
Member Aye Nay
Fogarty
Lawson
Rego
Sousa
Rodericks
4. Food Truck Event
Applicant: Tracy Johnson/Crescent Park
Address: 700 Bullocks Point (02915)
Date & Time: October 5, 2024 11:00am-6:00pm (rain date October 6, 2024)
Member Aye Nay
Fogarty
Lawson
Rego
Sousa
Rodericks
5. Special Event – Alcohol
Applicant: Jahdae Thomas
Address: 680 Waterman Ave (02914)
Event: Alumni Dinner
Date and Time: October 18, 2024 6:00pm-10:00pm
Member Aye Nay
Fogarty
Lawson
Rego
Sousa
Rodericks
6. Mobile Food Establishment
Applicant: Caitlin White
Business: Iggys Food Truck
Business Address : 860 Oakland Beach Ave (02888)
D. PUBLIC HEARING
1. Liquor License-Class BV
Applicant: Victor Foley
Business: The Outsider Cooking Company
Address: 1055 South Broadway (02914)
Member Aye Nay
Fogarty
Lawson
Rego
Sousa
Rodericks
IX. COMMUNICATIONS
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
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.
1. William Lewis – Water Sewer Billing
XI. APPOINTMENTS - none
XII. COUNCIL MEMBERS
1. City Council - Administration Communication – discussion – Council President Rodericks
2. Open discussion on the proposed plan to disperse $1.2 million meant for small business impacted by the bridge closure – discuss – Councilman Lawson
3. Update on Volkswagon Settlement Funds for Sabin Point-discuss – Councilman Lawson
4. Update on crosswalk light repairs and replacement citywide – Discuss – Councilwoman Sousa
5. Update on Ward 1 traffic study requested 9/3/24 – discuss – Council Vice President Rego
6. Update on opening contract with East Providence Fire Department for implementation of Fourth Rescue – discuss – Council Vice President Rego
XIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS – Ordinance for final passage - For discussion and possible vote-
1. Ordinance - Sec. 18-307 No Parking - Somerset Avenue, Arrowhead Avenue and Kingsford Avenue
Sponsor: Council President Rodericks, Councilman Lawson
Member Aye Nay
Fogarty
Lawson
Rego
Sousa
Rodericks
XIV. CONTINUED BUSINESS
1. Standing Item - Discuss impact of Washington Bridge closure in the City of East Providence – City Council
XV. NEW BUSINESS
A. MAYOR COMMUNICATIONS-
1. Items for announcement/discussion
• FY 24/25 Capital Budget Proposal – Letter to Council
• East Providence High School Bond /Capital – Letter to Council
B. REPORTS OF OTHER CITY OFFICIALS-
1. Presentation of Fiscal Year 2025 East Providence School Budget / Dr Forand & Director of Finance Craig Enos – Review & Discuss
2. Presentation of Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Budget Proposal- Review & Discuss
3. City Solicitor - Claims Report
4. City Council to schedule and select date for Public Hearing on Mayor’s proposed FY25 budget (October 1, 2024)
Member Aye Nay
Fogarty
Lawson
Rego
Sousa
Rodericks
C. REPORT OF SCHOOL COMMITTEE LIAISON-
D. RESOLUTIONS - For discussion and possible vote
1. A Resolution To Authorize The Mayor To Purchase New Helmets For The Fire Department From Firematic Supply Co., Inc
Sponsor: Council President Rodericks, Councilman Fogarty
Member Aye Nay
Fogarty
Lawson
Rego
Sousa
Rodericks
E. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES - For discussion and possible vote-
1. Motion To Remove From Table And Set Hearing Date For Potential Zone/Comprehensive Plan Change
Summary: Petition for zone change from I-1 to C-2
Petitioner: JAG Properties LLC
Street address: 0 Wampanoag Trail
Location: Map 709, Block 1, Parcel 1
Member Aye Nay
Fogarty
Lawson
Rego
Sousa
Rodericks
XVII. ADJOURNMENT
Member Aye Nay
Fogarty
Lawson
Rego
Sousa
Rodericks
If communication assistance is needed or any other accommodation to ensure equal participation, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 401.435.7596 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting date.