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CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE
MINUTES COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY, July 18, 2023
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, 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 J. Marcello
City Clerk, Jill Seppa
I. CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call
Fogarty__X___ Lawson___X__ Rego__X___ Sousa ___X__ Rodericks___X__
II. SALUTE TO THE FLAG
III. PROCLAMATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
1. Acknowledgement of Amy Barbosa Corrections Officer of the Year– Sponsor: Vice President Rego
Vice President Rego presented an acknowledgment to Amy Barbosa for corrections officer of the year.
2. Acknowledgment of Rumford Little League for hosting the State Little League Championship – Sponsor: Vice President Rego
Vice President Rego announced acknowledgement of Rumford Little League for hosting the state little league championship.
III. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The City Council of East Providence may meet in Executive Session,
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pursuant to RIGL §42-46-5 (a)(2)
A. Claims
1. Mynor Osorio
2. Manuel & Gilda Pereira
B. Sewer Abatements
1. Alda Cordeiro
2. Industrial Heights Condo (Steve Gentile)
3. Kristine Carlson Dreyer
C. Samantha N. Burnett vs. City of East Providence
R.I. Commission for Human Rights
RICHR No. 22 ERA 019
Update based on finding of no probable cause
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
IV. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
Councilman Lawson made a motion to reconvene to open session, Councilman Fogarty seconded, and the motion passed (5-0)
Fogarty_____ Lawson_____ Rego_____ Sousa _____ Rodericks_____
V. MOTION TO SEAL EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
VI. CONSENT CALENDAR - For discussion and possible vote
Councilwoman Sousa made a motion to approve the Consent Council with the exception of meeting dates, seconded by Councilman Lawson, the motion carried 5-0.
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A. COUNCIL JOURNALS:
1. Regular Meeting Minutes June 20, 2023
2. Executive Meeting Minutes June 20, 2023
B. MEETING DATES
Councilwoman Sousa suggested rescheduling meetings to Tuesday September 12, 2023 and November 14, 2023. Council Vice President Rego expressed concern about having meetings back-to-back.
Councilwoman Sousa made a motion to move the September 5, 2023 to September 12, 2023 and November 7, 2023 to November 14, 2023. Councilman Lawson seconded the motion and the motion carried (5-0)
a. Move City Council Meeting from September 5, 2023 to September 6, 2023 -Discussion and Vote- Council Vice President Rego
b. Move City Council Meeting from November 7, 2023 to November 8, 2023 – Discussion and Vote – Council Vice President Rego
C. TAX ABATEMENTS-Council accepting correspondence.
Year Amount
2022 $276.04
2023 $8861.08
Total $9137.12
D. LETTERS
1. Notice of New Property Number, Richard Palumbo, 36 Miles Avenue (02914), Map 305 Block 08 Parcel 007. 10
2. Notice of New Property Number, CT Properties LLC, 72 Burnside Avenue (02915), Map 411, Block 17, Parcel 005.30
3. Notice of New Property Number, Madhavan Rackappan & Narayanan Chidambaram, 70 Burnside Avenue (02915), Map 411, Block 17, Parcel 005.20
4. Notice of New Property, William Lino Campos, 68 Burnside Avenue (02915), Map 411, Block 17, Parcel 005.10
5. Notice of New Property, J & E Holdings LLC, 66 Burnside Avenue (02915), Map 411, Block 17, Parcel 005.00
6. Notice of New Property, Bharat Gadiraju & Clairmont Properties LLC, 53 Hoppin Avenue (02915), Map 411, Block 17, Parcel 005.80
7. Notice of New Property, Narayanan Chidambaram, 49 Hoppin Avenue (02915), Map 411, Block 17, Parcel 005.70
8. Notice of New Property, 57B Rodman LLC, 45 Hoppin Avenue (02915), Map 411, Block 17, Parcel 005.60
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9. Notice of New Property, Richard Palumbo, 41 Hoppin Avenue (02915), Map 411, Block 17, Parcel 005.50
10. Notice of New Property, John J Flatley, 1279 Wampanoag Trail, AKA 101 Countryside Lane (02915) Map 711, Block 03, Parcel 015.00
E. READ IN
1. Block Party
Applicant: St. Francis Xavier Feast (Adelino & Maria Rosa)
Applicant Location: 15 Purchase St
Time and Date: June 18, 2023 1:30-3:00pm
Street to be closed: Warren Ave, Purchase Ave, School St
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
VII. LICENSES - For discussion and possible vote
A. Motion to bundle licenses C1-C7
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty Seconded, X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa Motion, X
Council President Rodericks X
B. Motion to approve licenses C1-C7
Councilwoman Sousa to approve C1, C2, C3, C4, C6 and C7, Seconded by Councilman Fogarty the motion carries (4-0)
Councilwoman Sousa made a motion to approve C5, Seconded by Councilman Fogarty the motion carries (4-0)
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Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty SecondX
Councilman Lawson recused
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa Motion, X
Council President Rodericks X
C. NON-PUBLIC HEARING
1. Road Race
Applicant: Ocean State MultiSport (Gary Menissian)
Applicant Location: Pierce Field
Date and Time of Function: June 2, 2024 8am-noon
Street to be closed: N/A
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
2. Road Race
Applicant: Ocean State MultiSport (Gary Menissian)
Applicant Location: Pierce Field
Date and Time of Function: September 8, 2024 8am-noon
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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3. Block Party
Applicant: Sacred Cow (Rob Armstrong)
Applicant Location: 187 and 151 N Brow
Date and Time of Function: August 20, 2023 3:00-6:00 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: Lindsey Oldham
Applicant Location:22 Ferncrest Dr
Date and Time of Function: August 12, 2023 4:00-11:00pm
Street to be closed: Ferncrest Drive
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
5. Block Party
Applicant: Rick Lawson
Applicant Location: (Riverside Square) 3730 Pawtucket Ave
Date and time of Function:July 28, 2023 August 11, 2023, August 25,2023, September 8, 2023 5:00-8:00pm
Street to be closed: Pawtucket Ave between Burnside and Turner
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
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6. Block Party
Applicant: Diane Pacheco
Applicant Location:39 Richfield Ave
Date and Time of Function: August 12, 2023 2:00-8:00pm
Street to be closed: Section of Richfield Ave; corner of Clyde Avenue to the corner of
Townhouse Street
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
7. Special Events One Day Entertainment License
Applicant: Rob Armstrong
Event: Munroe Dairy Cruise Night
Location: 187-151 N Brow St
Date and Time of Event: August 20, 2023 3-6pm
Type of Entertainment: DJ
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
D. PUBLIC HEARING –
Council Vice President Rego recused on this item.
Kristen Johnson appeared for the application and reviewed the business and application.
Councilwoman Sousa made a motion to approve, Councilman Lawson seconded and the motion carried (4-0)
1. Class B- Full Privilege- New
Applicant: Kristin Smith
Business name: Scentique
Location: 136 Taunton Avenue
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Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego recused
Councilwoman Sousa X
Council President Rodericks X
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.
1. Nancy Hale – Public Safety
Nancy Hale spoke on Public Safety.
Candy Seal spoke on concerns of land disturbance at Metacomet.
Heather Andrade spoke on concerns of land disturbance at Metacomet.
Napoleon Gonsalves read a letter into the record on behalf of the Mayor regarding
revenue from Speed Citation Camera program.
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.
XI. APPOINTMENTS
Motion to bundle re-appointments XI1-XI8
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson Motion 1-8 X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa Second X
Council President Rodericks X
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Motion to Approve Re-Appointments XI1-XI8
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson Motion 1-8 X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa Seconded, X
Council President Rodericks X
1. Re-Appointment to the Crescent Park Advisory Commission – Paulo Salgueiro Jr. – Councilman Lawson
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
2. Re-Appointment to the Crescent Park Advisory Commission – Bruce Rogers – Councilman Lawson
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
3. Re-Appointment to the Crescent Park Advisory Commission – Joan Hanrahan-Miller – Councilman Lawson
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Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
4. Re-Appointment to the Crescent Park Advisory Commission – Joanne Perella– Councilman Lawson
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
5. Re-Appointment to the Crescent Park Advisory Commission – Lumena Rodrigues – Councilman Lawson
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
6. Re-Appointment to the Crescent Park Advisory Commission – Izilda Fernandes – Councilman Lawson
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
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7. Re-Appointment to the Crescent Park Advisory Commission – Donna McMahon – Councilman Lawson
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
8. Re-Appointment to the Crescent Park Advisory Commission – Stephen Costa – Councilman Lawson
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
9. Re-Appointment to the Crescent Park Advisory Commission – Rick Lawson as Council Liason– Council President Rodericks
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
XII. COUNCIL MEMBERS
1. City infrastructure drainage issues and plan development throughout East Providence; to include but not limited to the Dewey Avenue neighborhood- Discussion only- Council President Rodericks & Vice President Rego
Item moved without objection following Consent Calendar.
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Dan Borges reported that significant cleaning happened on Dewey Avenue and has not found issues. He reported that the department CC camera inspected 18 miles and found the system in good condition. They identified 26 low lying locations and mobilized crews to install additional catch basins.
Council Vice President Rego expressed concern that Ferris Ave is not on the list.
2. Discussion and act on allocation of ARPA funding - possible vote
Councilwoman rescinded motion for item d
Councilwoman Sousa made a motion to allocation of APRA funds to A-I with the caveat that ordinances to follow to each project, Councilman Lawson seconded, and the motion carried 5-0.
a. $250,000 to update, road (ground surface) landscape and public access to the boat ramps, lighting, and parking for trailers at Bold Point Park and John Lewis Waterfront Park.-Councilwoman Sousa
Councilwoman Sousa gave an overview of her intent to improve the waterfront area to be enjoyable and accessible. Councilman Lawson spoke that the Council is requesting 3.5 million out of 28 million available ARPA funding and would like to get the funds moving and bring the projects forward. He noted that he is going to add Business Incubator at the former Oldham School.
The mayor spoke on updates of various projects such as Bold Point.
Councilwoman Sousa made a motion to approve funds allocated from APRA funding for Bold Point Project and John Lewis Waterfront Park with a dollar amount to be determined. Councilman Lawson seconded and the motion carries, 5-0.
Vice President Rego recommended bundling all items. Councilwoman Sousa highlighted that there is a typo on the docket for item c. the dollar amount is $500,000 not $50,000.
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
b. Utility Box Art Project- Citywide $50,000- Councilwoman Sousa
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Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
c. Pierce Field Football stadium $500,000 – replaces walking track ADA compliance- Councilwoman Sousa
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
d. Townie Pride Park $250,000 (secure parameter, fixed benches, cobblestone or brick
walking path around pond, define parking lot) – Councilwoman Sousa
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
e. Placemaking throughout the City- $550,000- Councilman Lawson
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f. Funding of Crescent Park Concession/Event Tent Project- $1,000,000- Councilman Lawson
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
g. Adaptive playground equipment for our special needs’ population $500,000- Councilman Lawson
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
h. Discussion of amount to be allocated to a Community Center – Councilman Lawson
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
i. Discussion and vote on allocating $200,000 towards a splash pad in Riverside- Councilman Lawson
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3. Update on restriping of traffic lines at the end of Waterman Ave and Massasoit Ave.-Discussion Only-Councilwoman Sousa
Councilwoman Sousa combined item 3 and 8 without objection and shared photos of the areas of concerns. She spoke about safety concerns since the lines are unclear and expressed frustration about the ongoing lack of activity in these areas. Councilman Lawson sked if this area is part of the DOT project. Dan Borges, director DPW reported that the area is a State DOT area. Dan Borges offered to contact them to alert them to the lines needing to be stripe the lines.
4. Update on the hiring of Arborist as required by the Charter. Overgrowth of Tree branches at trunk of tree in the center city-Councilwoman Sousa
Councilwoman Sousa expressed concern about overgrowth in some areas.
5. Council Rules -(Mayor Communication)- Provide updated guidelines on appropriate communication for council meetings -Discussion only-Councilwoman Sousa
Councilwoman Sousa clarified that she believes that Mayor Communications should be a quick update and summary on city business and budget items. She would like items are of more informative substance regarding city business. Councilman Lawson agreed to streamline these communications. Councilman Lawson said the proclamations can be on consent agenda.
6. Update from Solicitor regarding House and Senate Bill about Short term rentals, Airbnb – Discussion- Councilwoman Sousa
Councilwoman Sousa reviewed the two bills.
7. Crook's Point - City to seek leasing property from the State to create public access (emergencies) to waterfront and pond for residents. - Discussion only- Councilwoman Sousa Councilwomans Sousa expressed the importance of Crooks Point safety access. She is exploring the options of leasing the space for waterfront access to the public. Dan Borges learned from DOT is that the parcel is owned by them and is in the process of ownership to Providence and East Providence. Councilwoman Sousa asked for ongoing updates.
8. An update on the construction on the Henderson Bridge project and road striping. – Discussion Only-Councilwoman Sousa
Dan Borges said this is slated to be complete by 2025, RIDOT is targeting opening the bridge by the end of the year.
9. Install 4 way stop sign at intersection of Barney and Bishop Ave.-Discussion only-Council Vice President Rego and Councilman Fogarty
Council Vice President said speeding is an issue at Barney and Bishop Ave and requested a stop sign. Dan Borges inquired if the intent to install stop signs to slow down traffic. Director of Public Works said there is no evidence that stop signs do not offer speed control. He recommended a traffic study.
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10. Update on Radar Speed Sign placements, receive list of locations and projected timeline, including Don Ave and Kelly Ave-discussion only-Council Vice President Rego and Councilwoman Sousa
Council Vice President Rego reported that Dan Borges already notified him that they were delivered and that his crew that would normally install these is working on catch basins. Councilwoman Sousa clarified that the signs have not been assigned. Dan Borges reported that there are some determined but he’s open to ideas. Councilwoman Sousa inquired as to cost and Dan Borges estimated the 18 cost about $40,000.
11. Update of city paving program for 2023 from Department of Public Works – Discussion only - Council Vice President Rego
Dan Borges reported that the hope is to be able to pave this year.
12. Discussion on trash collection in East Providence public parks from Department of public Works- Discussion only- Councilman Lawson
Councilman Lawson shared he wants to open a conversation to address improving trash pick up at the parks. Director Dan Borges reported that implementing carry in and carry out in lighter use parks and trash removal for more popular parks. He expressed that even though his staff picks up everyday in the summer they can not keep up with the demand. He is hoping to use trash compacter barrels with a higher capacity, and they notify the crew with alerts when they are full. He also shared that tipping fees are going to increase 35% this year. Councilman Lawson suggested signs to promote Carry In Carry Out. Director Dan Borges reported that the are in the works.
13. City Council response to Charter Commission inquiry- Discussion only -Council President Roderick and Council Vice President Rego
Council President, Council Vice President and Councilwoman Sousa all spoke on the Charter Commissions charge. Council President Rodericks said that the council was taking aback at the chairs comments that the council is incompetent. Council President clarified that the Charter Commission is asked to review the Charter how they would like and present recommendations to the Council. The Council will review the current charter and come up with their own suggestions. The City Administration will send in recommendations for the Charter Commission to consider.
Councilman Lawson read the charter guidance.
Council Vice President shared clarification for the Charter Commission endorsing a collaborative effort. He clarified that reviewing Charter Commission recommendations will be reviewed as a whole as in pieces is not productive.
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Councilwoman Sousa expressed that watching the recent Charter Commission meeting was disheartened. She suggested focusing on the task at hand and the mission.
14. Request for RFP to build a concession building at Crescent Park and a concrete pad to hold an event tent. – Vote- Councilman Lawson
Councilman Lawson gave an overview of history of Crescent Park projects. He said that there is already 100,000 for a previous project and has been redefined to a clamshack building, covered seating area and couple public gender-neutral bathrooms and a concrete pad for an event tent.
Napoleon Gonsalves, Director of Administration, clarified with Councilman Lawson on the request. Council President confirmed with Dan Borges that there is already an architect. Napoleon Gonsalves said that there is a meeting in the next couple of weeks.
Councilman Lawson makes a motion to move the funding that was allocated for the ice rink over to the clam shack, seconded by Councilman Fogarty, the motion carries 5-0.
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty Second, X
Councilman Lawson Motion, X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa X
Council President Rodericks X
XIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS – Ordinance for first and final passage and second passage - For discussion and possible vote
1. An ordinance of the Council of the City of East Providence appropriating $100,000 for the support of the Crescent Park Concession Project
Sponsor: Councilman Lawson
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty Second, X
Councilman Lawson Motion, X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa X
Council President Rodericks X
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2. 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: Council Vice President Frank Rego
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego Motion, X
Councilwoman Sousa Second, X
Council President Rodericks X
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 16-94 Ratable Property Classification
Sponsor: Council President Rodericks
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty Motion, X
Councilman Lawson Second, X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa X
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 16-56 One Time Tax Amnesty Period-Real Property Tax Payments
Sponsor: Council President Rodericks
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty Second, X
Councilman Lawson Motion, X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa X
Council President Rodericks X
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5. 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
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson Motion, X
Council Vice President Rego Second, X
Councilwoman Sousa X
Council President Rodericks X
XIV. CONTINUED BUSINESS –
Receive reports and act on possible audit- Discuss and vote- Full City Council
Councilman Fogarty tabled this item until the next meeting.
a. Number of citations were paid from post warning period inception to June 30, 2023
b. Number of events from Sensys Gatso issued from inception to June 30, 2023
c. Number of citations were generated from these events from inception to June 30, 2023
d. Number of citations are unpaid from inception to June 30, 2023?
e. How many were adjudicated/dismissal from inception to June 30,2023?
f. What is the total revenue from inception to June 30, 2023?-
g. A report by zip code of total tickets from inception to June 30, 2023?
h. Contract revisions permissions related to times, locations and hours of operation of School Zone and Red Light Cameras.
i. What are the total hours and number of a police officer spent on the ticket reviewing process?
j. Time frame of issuance for violation for previous school year.
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
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XV. NEW BUSINESS
Councilman Lawson made a motion to bundle appointments, Councilwoman Sousa seconded and the motion carries 5-0.
Councilman Lawson made a motion to approve of bundled appointments, Councilwoman Sousa seconded and the motion carries 5-0.
6. MAYOR COMMUNICATIONS-Dir. of Administration Napoleon Gonsalves
a. Appointment /Reappointment requiring Council Confirmation
i. Appointment – Mr. Bazl Taliaferreow-Mosleh Appointment 8 – Economic Development Commission. Five-year Term: 10/18/2022 – 10/17/2027
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson Motion, X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa Second, X
Council President Rodericks X
ii. Reappointment – Dominic Leonardo, Appointment 6 – Economic Development Commission. Five-year Term: 2/22/22 - 2/21/2027
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
iii. Reappointment – Michelle Martins-Botehlo, Appointment 9 – Economic Development Commission. Five-year Term: 5/16/23-5/15/28
iv. Reappointment-Daniel Corria, Appointment 7 – Economic Development Commission. Five-year Term 7/27/22-7/26/27
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Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty
Councilman Lawson
Council Vice President Rego
Councilwoman Sousa
Council President Rodericks
b. Items for discussion or announcement
Director of administration, Napoleon Gonsalves, reported on the following matters.
i. Allocation of funds from the sale of Platt Watters property to Economic Development Urban Development Action Grant (UDAG) account
ii. Finance Update: June Revenues and Capital Expense – Dir of Finance Malcolm Moore
iii. Crescent Park Carousel Summerfest; Thursday July 20,2023 6-10pm, Friday July 21, 2023 6-10pm, Saturday July 22, 2023 1-10pm & Sunday July 23, 2023 1-5pm
iv. Holy Ghost Brotherhood/Santa Maria Club feast July 28 and 29 from 6pm-midnight and July 30 10:30am to 10 pm
v. National Night Out: August 1, 2023 5-8pm East Providence Senior Center
vi. Loof Arts Festival: Saturday, August 12, 2023; RAIN DATE Sunday August 13, 2023
7. REPORTS OF OTHER CITY OFFICIALS
a. Report of City Solicitor
i. Claims Committee Report
City Solicitor reported the Claims Committee met and approved the claim by Mynor Osorio in the amount of $1895.20, and they approved the claim of Manuel & Gilda Pereira in the amount of $467.00. For sewer abatements, Alda Cordeiro’s claim was approved in the amount of $283. 97. Industrial Heights Condo (Steve Gentile) denied in the amount of $1347.47 and Kristine Carlson Dreyer approved in the amount of $490.43.
In the matter of Samantha N. Burnett vs. City of East Providence, the previous city council had received an allegation of discrimination of the previous city clerk. The Rhode Island Human Rights board investigated and found no wrong doing, they closed the case.
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8. REPORT OF SCHOOL COMMITTEE LIAISON
Councilman Lawson reported that he and the mayor attended the most recent budget meeting. He reported that the school is increasing their request for the budget. Councilwoman Sousa requested that the budget that the Council is presented from the school be itemized.
9. RESOLUTIONS - For discussion and possible vote.
a. Resolution establishing the East Providence Small Business Advisory Committee.
Sponsor: Councilwoman Sousa
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson Second, X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa Motion, X
Council President Rodericks X
b. Resolution re-naming Rose Larisa Memorial Park to Crescent Park.
Sponsor: Councilman Lawson
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson Motion, X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa Second, X
Council President Rodericks X
c. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract for the City Hall ceiling tile replacement project.
Sponsor: Council President Rodericks
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego Second, X
Councilwoman Sousa X
Council President Rodericks Motion, X
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d. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract for the City Hall VAV boxes replacement project.
Sponsor: Council President Rodericks
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego Seconded, X
Councilwoman Sousa X
Council President Rodericks Motion, X
e. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract for the Weaver House porch exterior repairs.
Sponsor: Council President Rodericks
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson Seconded, X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa X
Council President Rodericks Motion, X
f. Resolution supporting the increased funding of the small business revolving loan fund.
Sponsor: Council President Rodericks, Councilman Lawson
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty X
Councilman Lawson Motion, X
Council Vice President Rego Second, X
Councilwoman Sousa X
Council President Rodericks X
10. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES - For discussion and possible vote
a. 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 18-307 entitled “Parking prohibited at all times” Troughton Place
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Sponsor: Council President Rodericks and Councilwoman Sousa
Member Aye Nay
Councilman Fogarty Second, X
Councilman Lawson X
Council Vice President Rego X
Councilwoman Sousa Motion, X
Council President Rodericks X
XVII. ADJOURNMENT
Member Aye Nay
Fogarty X
Lawson Second, X
Rego X
Sousa Motion, X
Rodericks X
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.
Approved by Council: August 15, 2023
Attest:___________________________
Jill Seppa, City Clerk
