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CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE
MINUTES-REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY, June 20, 2023
145 TAUNTON AVENUE-CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND
EXECUTIVE SESSION: CONFERENCE ROOM A

City Council:
Council President, Bob Rodericks – At Large
Council Vice-President: Frank Rego – Ward 1
Councilman Frank Fogarty - Ward 3
Councilman Rick Lawson - Ward 4

City Solicitor, Michael J. Marcello
City Clerk, Jill Seppa

I. CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call

Fogarty_X____ Lawson__X___ Rego__X___ Sousa ____ Rodericks__X___

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)

A. Claims
a. Michael Brandao
b. Manuel Gomes
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks X

IV. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
Councilman Lawson made a motion to reconvene to open session, seconded by Council Vice President Rego, the motion carries 4-0.

Fogarty__X___ Lawson__X__ Rego__X___ Sousa _____ Rodericks__X___

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V. MOTION TO SEAL EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks X

VI. CONSENT CALENDAR - For discussion and possible vote
Councilman Lawson made a motion to approve the consent calendar, Councilman Fogarty seconded the motion and the motion carried 4-0.
A. COUNCIL JOURNALS:
1. Regular Meeting Minutes June 6, 2023
2. Executive Meeting Minutes June 6, 2023

B. TAX ABATEMENTS
Year Amount
2009 $893.95
2010 $265.44
2011 $716.72
2012 $288.91
2013 $273.36
2014 $275.40
2020 $134.72
2021 $74.90
2023 $46,138.68

Total $49062.08

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks X

VII. LICENSES - For discussion and possible vote

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A. Motion to bundle licenses C1-C42
Councilman Lawson made a motion to bundle C1-C42 license, Council Vice President Rego seconded the motion and the motion carried 4-0.
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

B. Motion to approve licenses C1-C42
Councilman Lawson made a motion to approve all licenses contingent upon the applicants meeting all State and Local regulations, Council Vice President Rego seconded the motion and the motion carried 4-0.
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks X

C. NON-PUBLIC HEARING

1. Road Race
Applicant: Rumford Community 5k (Nick Rabar)
Applicant Location: 20 Newman Ave
Date and Time of Function: October 22, 2023 9am-10am
Street to be closed: N/A

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
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2. Road Race
Applicant: University Orthopedics
Applicant Location: 1 Kettle Point Ave, East Providence
Date and Time of Function: September 24, 2023
Street to be closed: N/A

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

3. Block Party
Applicant: Sacred Cow (Rob Armstrong)
Applicant Location: 187 and 151 N Brow
Date and Time of Function: July 9, 2023 4:30-8 pm
Street to be closed: Cross Street from N Brow to Summit

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

4. Block Party
Applicant: Sacred Cow (Rob Armstrong)
Applicant Location:151 N Brow St
Date and Time of Function: August 6, 2023 4:30-8:00pm
Street to be closed: Cross St between N Brow and Summit

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
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5. Block Party
Applicant: James DeFayette
Applicant Location: 69 Harlem St
Date and Time of Function: July 3, 2023 11am-10pm
Street to be closed: small section of the street between Miller and Hood

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

6. Block Party
Applicant: Gregory Dias
Applicant Location: 57 Tryon Avenue
Date and Time of Function: July 15, 2023 2:00-10:00pm
Street to be closed: Close off Tryon Avenue at the intersection of Gibbs to the intersection of Merchant and Estelle blocked at Ferris Ave.
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

7. One Day Entertainment License
Applicant: Tony Amaral (Holy Ghost Feast)
Applicant Location: 846 Broadway
Date and Time of Function: July 28-July 30, 2023 7:00pm-11:00pm
Type of Entertainment: Band/DJ

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
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8. One Day Entertainment License
Applicant: Armando Medeiros (Feast of the Holy Ghost)
Applicant Location: 26 Teofilo Braga Way
Date and Time of Function: July 14- July 16, 2023 6:00pm-11:00pm
Type of Entertainment: Band

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

9. One Day Entertainment License
Applicant: Gregory Dias
Applicant Location: 57 Tryon Ave
Date and Time of Function: July 15, 2023 2:00pm-10:00pm
Type of Entertainment: DJ

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

10. One Day Entertainment License
Applicant: Tracy Johnson (Crescent Park Carousel Summerfest)
Applicant Location: 684 & 700 Bullocks Pt Ave
Date and Time of Function: July 20, 2023 6pm-10pm, July 21, 2023 6pm-10pm, July 22, 2023 1pm-10pm, July 23, 2023 1pm-5pm

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

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11. One Day Entertainment License
Applicant: Tiffany Barrera
Applicant Location: 611 Waterman Ave
Date and Time of Function: June 24, 2023 11:00am-2:00pm
Type of Entertainment: Acoustic Duo/Small Vendors

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

12. One Day Entertainment License
Applicant: Sacred Cow (Rob Armstrong)
Applicant Location:187 N Brow
Date and Time of Function: 4:30pm-8:00pm 7/9/23
Type of Entertainment: Band/ DJ

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

13. One Day Entertainment License
Applicant: Sacred Cow (Rob Armstrong)
Applicant Location: 187 N Brow
Date and Time of Function: 4:30pm-8:00pm 08/06/23
Type of Entertainment: Band/DJ

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
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14. Class F Application for Special Event – Alcoholic Beverage
Applicant: Teofilo Braga Club (Feast of the Holy Ghost)
Applicant Location: 26 Teofilo Braga Way
Date and Time of Function: 6:00pm- 11:00pm, July 14-July 16, 2023

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

15. Class F1 Application for Special Event (Beer & Wine)
Applicant: Joseph Braga (Holy Ghost Feast)
Applicant Location:856 Broadway
Date and Time of Function: July 28-30, 2023 7:00pm-12:00am

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

16. Applicant Second Hand - Misc
Applicant: Malin Marin
Business Name: Azul Marin
Business Address: 373 Taunton Ave

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

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17. Application for Sunday/Holidays License
Applicant: Jasmine Silva
Business Name: Just Stylez
Business Location: 161 Waterman Ave

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

18. Application for Sunday & Holidays License
Applicant: Eliene Lima
Business Name: Rapunzels Hair Extension and Curved Curls Inc
Business Location: 272 Warren Ave

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

19. Application for Hawker License
Applicant: Michael Korsak
Business Name: Diluvium Fireworks
Business Location: 3448 Pawtucket Ave

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwomen Sousa
Council President Rodericks

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20. Application for Sundays & Holidays License
Applicant: Michael Korsak
Business Name: Diluvium Fireworks
Applicant Location: 3448 Pawtucket Av

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

21. Application for Sundays & Holidays License
Applicant: Keith Lambert
Business Name: New England Novelty
Applicant Location: 1235 Wampanoag Trail

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

22. Application for Sundays & Holidays License
Applicant: Keith Lambert
Business Name: New England Novelty
Applicant Location: 141 Newport Ave

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

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23. Mobile Food Establishment License/Permit Application
Applicant: Randy Dantuano
Business Name: Friskie Fries LLC
Business Address:751 Hartford Avenue Johnston RI

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

24. Mobile Food Establishment License/Permit Application
Applicant: Daniel Nunez
Business Name: Cultro
Business Address: 26 Stanwood St. Providence

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

25. Mobile Food Establishment License/Permit Application
Applicant: Peter Kalemkeridis
Business Name: Mac N Cheese Please
Business Address: 60 Man Mar Dr. Plainville MA

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

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26. Mobile Food Establishment License/Permit Application
Applicant: Michael Leverone
Business Name: Birds Nest
Business Address: 41 Tiffany Cir Millbury MA

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

27. Mobile Food Establishment License/Permit Application
Applicant: Antonio Miranda
Business Name: La Guaguita Del Sabor
Business Address: 3 Pine Drive Hopkinton RI

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwomen Sousa
Council President Rodericks

28. Mobile Food Establishment License/Permit Application
Applicant: Andrew Cordeiro
Business Name: Championship Melt
Business Address: 121 Prescott Ave

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwomen Sousa
Council President Rodericks

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29. Mobile Food Establishment License/Permit Application
Applicant: Pocky Khamvongsa
Business Name: Twisted Churros LLC
Business Address: 41 Avenue A Woonsocket RI

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwomen Sousa
Council President Rodericks

30. Mobile Food Establishment License/Permit
Applicant: Jose Martinez
Business Name: BBqymas
Business Address: 3 Sylvania Rd Portsmouth RI

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwomen Sousa
Council President Rodericks

31. Mobile Food Establishment License/Permit
Applicant: Tiffany Bettez
Business Name: Chicked Out Nuggz LLC
Business Address: 150 James St, Warwick RI 02886

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

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32. Mobile Food Establishment License/Permit
Applicant: Jason Totten
Business Name: Big Dog Eats
Business Address: 23 Gibbons Ave. Warwick RI 02889

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

33. Mobile Food Establishment License/Permit
Applicant: Fanelli Amusement Company
Business Name: Johnny’s Ice Cream Shop
Business Address: 47 Barret Rd, Greenville NH 03048

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

34. Mobile Food Establishment License/Permit
Applicant:Fanelli Amusement Company
Business Name: Ginas Fried Dough
Business Address: 47 Barret Rd, Greenville NH 03048

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

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35. Mobile Food Establishment License/Permit
Applicant: Fanelli Amusement Company
Business Name: Fanelli Confections
Business Address: 47 Barret Rd, Greenville NH 03048

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

36. Mobile Food Establishment License/Permit
Applicant: Fanelli Amusement Company
Business Name: Fanelli Lemonade
Business Address: 47 Barret Rd, Greenville NH 03048

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

37. Amusement Ride License
Applicant Name: Fanelli Amusement Company (Crescent Park Carousel Summerfest)
Event Address: 684 & 700 Bullocks Point Ave
Date and time of event: July 20, 2023, 6-10pm, July 21, 2023 6-10pm, July 22, 2023 1-10pm, July 23, 2023 1-5pm
Ride description: 20 rides each unit, 4 concession each unit, 9 kiddie land rides

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
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38. Carnival License
Applicant Name: Fanelli Amusement Company (Crescent Park Carousel Summerfest)
Event Address: 684 & 700 Bullocks Point Ave
Date and time of event: July 20, 2023 6-10pm, July 21, 2023 6-10pm, July 22, 2023 1-10pm, July 23, 2023 1-5pm

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

39. License for Sundays and Holidays
Applicant Name: Fanelli Amusement Company (Crescent Park Carousel Summerfest)
Event Address: 684 & 700 Bullocks Point Ave
Date and time of event: July 20, 2023 6-10pm, July 21, 2023 6-10pm, July 22, 2023 1-10pm, July 23, 2023 1-5pm

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

40. License for Sundays and Holidays
Applicant Name: Deanna Gallo
Business Name: Slingshot Queen LLC
Business Address: 15 Newcomb Pl Taunton MA
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
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41. Application for Victualling Class II - Transfer
Transfer from: Broadway Lounge Inc. dba Merrill Lounge
Transfer to: Contenders Sports Bar LLC dba Contenders Sports Bar
Location: 535 N. Broadway, 02916

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

42. Application for Pool Table Annual and Sunday/Holiday - Transfer
Transfer from: Broadway Lounge Inc. dba Merrill Lounge
Transfer to: Contenders Sports Bar LLC dba Contenders Sports Bar
Location: 535 N. Broadway, 02916

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

D. PUBLIC HEARING - None

VIII. PROCLAMATIONS & PRESENTATIONS

1. Acknowledgement of Deputy Clerk Leah Stoddard in her capacity as acting City Clerk – Discussion Only- Councilman President Rodericks and Councilman Vice President Rego
Council President Rodericks and Council Vice President Rego acknowledged the diligent work of Deputy Stoddard in her efforts as the acting City Clerk.

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.

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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.

Captain Ferreira, retired Police Chief spoke against red light cameras.
Nancy Hale spoke regarding public safety, traffic concerns and pesticide use.

XI. APPOINTMENTS

1. Appointment to the City Council Veterans Committee – Brian Pearson – Councilwoman Sousa
Councilman Lawson made a motion on behalf of Councilwoman Sousa to appoint Brian Pearson to the City Council Veterans Committee, Councilman Fogarty seconded the motion and the motion carried 4-0.

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks X

2. Appointment to the City Council Veterans Committee – Henry Caparco – Councilmen Fogarty
3.
Councilman Lawson made a motion on behalf of Councilwoman Sousa to appoint Brian Pearson to the City Council Veterans Committee, Councilman Fogarty seconded the motion and the motion carried 4-0.

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

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XII. COUNCIL MEMBERS
1. Update on restriping of traffic lines at the end of Waterman Ave and Massasoit Ave.-Discussion Only-Councilwoman Sousa
This matter was tabled until July 18, 2023.
2. East Providence Small Business Advisory Committee.- Discussion Only-Councilwoman Sousa
This matter was tabled until July 18, 2023.
3. An update on the construction on the Henderson Bridge project and road striping. – Discussion Only-Councilwoman Sousa
This matter was tabled until July 18, 2023.
4. School zone Speed Cameras review of current revenue status. – Discussion only – Councilman Fogarty
5. Thirty day review of City Clerks office and salary considerations.- Discussion and possible vote- Councilman President Rodericks & Council Vice President Rego
Councilman President Rodericks updated the Council that he and Vice President Rego received a report of the Clerks office and is confident things are functioning well. He shared he would put forth salary considerations closer to the Budget season. No action was taken.
6. Request for separate fiscal and program independent audit of speed and red light camera program from inception to date (request for proposal). -Discussion and possible vote- Council Vice President Rego, Councilman Fogarty & Councilwoman Sousa
Council Vice President Rego shared that he is requesting a review of the program because it is a new council with a new clerk and it is best business practice to assess the program. He further noted he feels that this will verify that everything is being run well by the administration. After discussion, Council Vice President tabled his request finding that the reports that the Administration and Clerks office can provide would be sufficient detail at this time. President Rodericks requested detailed reports from inception to June 30, 2023 available by the next meeting. President Rodericks asked Solicitor Michael Marcello what the rules are of the contract in regards to times and locations for the cameras. No action was taken.
Council Vice President made a motion to table the audit to the next meeting
7. Adjustment to the hours of operation on all speed and red light cameras. –Discussion and possible Vote – Councilman Fogarty
Solicitor Michael Marcello shared that he would reassess the contract and discuss. Councilman Lawson verified that there was no existing ordinance dictating times and locations for the cameras.
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

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8. Update on Crescent Park Concession Stand and Cement Pad Project-Discussion Only- Councilman Lawson
Napoleon Gonsalves reported that the administration is still reviewing the bids and estimates that next month this should be complete.
9. Finance Questions; a.) impact of loss of tangible tax, b.) update on revenue projections current fiscal year c.) Administrations plan for the remaining unencumbered ARPA funds -Discussion Only-Councilman Lawson
Finance Director Malcolm Moore gave an explanation of loss of tangible tax. Councilman Lawson surveyed on revenues, Moore reported that things look generally positive. He reported that the City collects 70 percent of revenues June, July and May. Councilman Lawson asked for more detail from the original presentation of potential ARPA fund programs. He inquired if there are any specific programs happening. Chief of Staff; Napoleon Gonsalves reported that some of the money went to the Youth Summer Task Force and the Business Storefront Façade program and the Community Program. Gonsalves proposed for the interested councilors to sit down with the Mayor to review priorities and plans for the funds.
10. Flashing alert lighting to be added to all school camera zones. –Discussion and possible Vote – Council Vice President Rego
Napoleon Gonsalves reported that the lights have all been order and permissions from DOT need to be attained.

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

11. All school Camera zone signs and reduced speed signs be covered from the end of school year until school resumes in September. –Discussion and possible Vote – Council Vice President Rego
Council Vice President Rego made a motion to table this item, Councilman Lawson seconded and motion carries 4-0.
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

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Council Vice President Rego made a motion to table this item, Councilman Rodericks seconded and motion carries 4-0.

12. Speed and Red-Light Camera Report from inception to date, to include the following information; citations issued, citations paid, citations dismissed, general procedures of the East Providence Municipal Court. – Discussion only – Council Vice President Rego & Councilman Fogarty

13. Update and review of Dewey Avenue neighborhood street flooding situation – Discussion only – Council President Rodericks
Council President Rodericks stated that everytime it rains heavily this area becomes an issue. Napoleon Gonsalves reported that DPW is assessing the area.

XIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS – Ordinance for first and final passage and second passage - For discussion and possible vote

1. 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: Section 18-302, no parking Horsford Avenue (west side) from Holmes Avenue northerly for 160 feet between 8:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. and between 2:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on school days.
Sponsor: Council Vice President Rego

Council Vice President Rego made a motion for second passage of the Horsford Avenue no parking during drop off and dismissal. Councilman Lawson seconded, no public comment, the motion carried 4-0.

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks

XIV. CONTINUED BUSINESS - None

XV. NEW BUSINESS

A. MAYOR COMMUNICATIONS
1. Appointment /Reappointment requiring Council Confirmation
i. Appointment – Christopher Farrell, Appointment 1 – Economic Development Commission. Five-year Term: 9/4/2018 - 9/3/2023
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Napoleon Gonsalves nominated Christopher Farrell, Councilman Lawson made a motion to appoint, Councilman Fogarty seconded the motion and the motion carried 4-0.

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks X

ii. Reappointment – Frederick Radway, Appointment 2 – Economic Development Commission. Five-year Term: 11/22/22 - 11/21/2027
Napoleon Gonsalves nominated Frederick Radway, Councilman Lawson made a motion to appoint, Councilman Fogarty seconded the motion and the motion carried 4-0.

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks X

iii. Reappointment – Gregory Miller, Citywide Appointment – Planning Board. Five-year Term: 1/16/23-1/15/28
Napoleon Gonsalves nominated Gregory Miller, Councilman Lawson made a motion to appoint, Councilman Fogarty seconded the motion and the motion carried 4-0.

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks X

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2. Items for discussion or announcement
i. May Finance Update – Malcolm Moore
Finance Director, Malcolm Moore, reviewed May financial reports.
ii. Cape Verdean Independence Day Proclamation
Napoleon Gonsalves read the Cape Verdian Independent Proclamation and announced the raising of the flag event July 5, 2023 at noon. Council Vice President recommended that Napoleon Gonsalves raise the Cape Verdian flag on July 5, 2023.
iii. Summer Meals Release
Napoleon Gonsalves reported dates for summer meals release.
iv. Letter requesting support of House Bill h- 6165 Senate bill s-885
Napoleon Gonsalves requested the Councils support for H-6165, S-885.
B. REPORTS OF OTHER CITY OFFICIALS
1. Report of City Solicitor
i. Claims Committee Report
Solicitor Michael Marcello reported that the claim of Manuel Gomes was tabled pending further information and claim of Michael Brandao was approved.

C. REPORT OF SCHOOL COMMITTEE LIAISON
Councilman Lawson reported updates on various school projects. Martin Middle School is in phase II which has been submitted to R.I.D.E. RMS project, updating the science labs is on budget. Oldham is needing renovations in order to house k-12 while the Martin Middle School project is happening. School committee is starting budget meetings and Councilman Lawson encouraged council members to attend or watch to be informed on the budget requests of the school.

D. RESOLUTIONS - For discussion and possible vote.

1. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract for the purchase of sixty (60) new portable radios for the police department.
Sponsor: Council President Rodericks, Councilman Lawson
Councilman Lawson gave an overview of the radios which are to enough to cover the front line members of the police department and are outfitted with helpful updated technology. Councilman Lawson made a motion to approve, Councilman Vice President Rego seconded the motion and the motion carried (4-0.)
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Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks X
2. Resolution authorizing the granting of temporary easement to construct a series of fish passages weirs downstream of the hunt’s mill dam fish ladder.
Sponsor: Council Vice President Rego
Council Vice President Rego made a motion to approve, Councilman Fogarty seconded the motion and the motion carried (4-0.)

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks X

3. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract for the police department renovation analysis.
Sponsor: Council President Rodericks
Councilman Lawson made a motion to approve, Councilman Vice President Rego seconded the motion and the motion carried (4-0.)

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks X

E. Request for Rezone Petition

1. Petition from John Flatley Company for rezoning of property located at 1279 Wampanoag Trail (Map 711, Block 3, Parcel 15) from a Commercial- 1 (C-1) to a Commercial Mixed Use (CMU) District – referral to planning board for recommendation.
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Solicitor reported that this is an administrative function. Councilman Vice President made a motion to refer the matter to the Planning Board, Councilman Lawson seconded the motion and the motion carried (4-0).

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks X

F. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES - For discussion and possible vote
1. 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: Section 8-6 Authority to Issue One Day License
Sponsor: Frank Rego
Councilman Vice President Rego made a motion for first passage, Seconded by Councilman Lawson, motion carried (4-0).
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks X

2. An ordinance in amendment of Chapter 16 of the revised ordinances of the City of East Providence, Rhode Island, 1998, as amended, entitled “taxation”.
Summary: Section 16-94 Ratable Property Classification
Sponsor: Council President Rodericks
Councilman Vice President Rego made a motion for first passage, Seconded by Councilman Fogarty, motion carried (4-0).
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks X
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3. An ordinance in amendment of Chapter 16 of the revised ordinances of the City of East Providence, Rhode Island, 1998, as amended, entitled “taxation”.
Summary: Section 16-56 One Time Tax Amnesty Period-Real Property Tax Payments
Sponsor: Council President Rodericks

Councilman Fogarty made a motion for first passage, Seconded by Councilman Lawson, motion carried (4-0).

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks X

4. An ordinance in amendment of Chapter 16 of the revised ordinances of the City of East Providence, Rhode Island, 1998, as amended, entitled “taxation”.
Summary: Section 16-57 One Time Tax Amnesty Period-Tangible and motor vehicle taxes
Sponsor: Council President Rodericks

Councilman Lawson made a motion for first passage, Seconded by Councilman Fogarty, motion carried (4-0).

Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks X

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XVII. ADJOURNMENT
Councilman Vice President Rego made a motion to adjourn, Seconded by Councilman Fogarty, motion carried (4-0).

Member Aye Nay
Fogarty X
Lawson X
Rego X
Sousa
Rodericks X

Approved by Council: July 18, 2023
Attest: __________________________
City Clerk