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CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE
DOCKET-REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 4, 2025
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, Andreza (Andy) Skipworth
I. CALL TO ORDER 
Roll Call
Fogarty X Lawson X Rego X Sousa A Rodericks X
II. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The City Council of East Providence may meet in Executive Session,
pursuant to RIGL §42-46-5 (a)(2)
1. Claims & Litigation Docket
a. Drew Tasca – RM No. 24-099, Claim No. 25-002
b. Briana Miceli – RM No. 24-093, Claim No. 24-039
c. Mickeda Barnes – RM No. 19-153, Claim No. 25-005
d. Laura Francis - Sewer Abatement
| Member | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | Motion | |
| Lawson | X | |
| Rego | Seconded | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
Fogarty_____ Lawson_____ Rego_____ Sousa _____ Rodericks_____
MOTION TO SEAL EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES
| Member | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | Motion | |
| Lawson | X | |
| Rego | Seconded | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
III. SALUTE TO THE FLAG
IV. PROCLAMATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
Janine Cooney, Principal – St. Margaret School
Council Vice President Rego presented Jan Cooney with her proclamation. While accepting her certification she stated “it takes a village” I will share this with St. Margaret School employees
V. CONSENT CALENDAR - For discussion and possible vote
A. COUNCIL JOURNALS:
1. February 4, 2025, Regular Meeting
2. February 4, 2025, Executive Session
B. LETTERS
1. Notice of new property number – 300 Massasoit Map 204, Block 02, Parcel 003.00
2. Notice of new property number - 1075 Bullocks Point Avenue, Riverside Map 414, Block 04, Parcel 016.00
3. Notice of new property number - 100 Hospital Road, Riverside, Map 711, Block 03, Parcel 018.10
4. Notice of new property number – 28 Mayflower St., Map 407, Bloc 06, Parcel 008.10
5. Notice of new property number – 27 Hoppin Ave, Map 312, Block 10, Parcel 011.10
6. Notice of new property number – 3 Colwell St., Map 307, Block 36, Parcel 016.00
| Member | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | Seconded | |
| Lawson | Motion | |
| Rego | X | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
VI. LICENSES - For discussion and possible vote
A. Motion to bundle licenses
| Member | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | Seconded | |
| Lawson | Motion | |
| Rego | X | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
B. Motion to approve licenses
| Member | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | Seconded | |
| Lawson | Motion | |
| Rego | X | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
Motion passed 4-0
1. Type of Business: R-1 Road Race
Applicant: Frazier Bell
Business Name: Family Service of RI
Address: Pierce Field Stadium
Date & Time: 5/3/25; 9am – 1pm
2. Type of Business: Fast Food License Renewal
Applicant: Aderito Lopes
Business Name: I-Mel Pizza, LLC
Location: 68 Taunton Ave
3. Type of Business: New License - Clothing Store
Applicant: Robert Soccio
Business Name: JL3 Enterprise, LLC
Location: 412-414-420 Taunton Avenue
4. Type of Business: One Day Block Party Application
Applicant: Jennifer Champlin
Business Name: UOI Kettle Point LLC
Address: 1 Kettle Point Avenue
Date & Time: 9/27/25; 11am – 2pm
5. Special Event – One Day Entertainment License
Applicant: Jennifer Champlin
Business Name: UOI Kettle Pint LLC
Address: 1 Kettle Point Avenue
Date & Time: 9/27/25; 11am – 2pm
6. Special Event – One Day Entertainment License
Applicant: Nina Guidaboni
Business Name: Nina Guidaboni/Igus, Inc.
Address: 257 Ferris Avenue
Date & Time: 6/14/25; 2pm – 7pm
7. Special Event – One Day Liquor License
Applicant: Karen Zyons
Business Name: Rhode Races & Event, Inc.
Address: Bold Point Park
Date & Time: 5/4/2025; 9am – 2pm
8. Special Event – One Day Liquor License
Applicant: Armando Medeiros
Business Name: Sacred Heart Church
Address: 116-118 Taunton Ave
Date & Time: 2/8/2025; 7pm – 12am 1:30pm – 6pm
(Approved – Read Only)
9. Special Event – One Day Entertainment
Applicant: Armando Medeiros
Business Name: Sacred Heart Church
Address: 116-118 Taunton Ave
Date & Time: 2/8/2025; 7pm – 12am 1:30pm – 6pm
(Approved – Read Only)
D. PUBLIC HEARING - NONE
VII. 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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XIII. 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. Candy Seel – Met Advertisement signage proposal
2. Mark Vierra – Residential Parking passes - Ivy Street
3. Jeanne Lafond - Residential Parking passes – Ivy Street
4. Steven Donahue – property encroachment – Tanglewood Drive
IX. APPOINTMENTS
1. Reappointment of Chris LaRoux to the East Providence Public Library Trustees Board. This is a 3-year appointment 4/3/2025 – 4/4/2025. Councilman Lawson
| Member | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | Seconded | |
| Lawson | Motion | |
| Rego | X | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
X. COUNCIL MEMBERS
1. Request for plan to use remaining ARPA funds allocated to former Oldham building. Councilman Lawson
Chief of Staff Resende stated there are no more funds available.
2. Information from the City Assessor related to the publishing of the 2025 property tax rate. Councilman Lawson
New assessed values will not be available until May 2025
3. Request to know if the city can assist with a Hometown Heroes Initiative and if they can produce the banners in house. Councilman Lawson
Chief of Staff Resende will work with Councilman Lawson as to size and the application process
4. Request administration into replacing the dock at Bold Point with a floating dock. Councilman Lawson
Department of Public Works Director, Dan Borges will look into options to present to Councilman Lawson
5. Narragansett Bay Commission treatment plant on Campbell Avenue odor complaints. Council Vice President Rego
Council vice President has received multiple calls from residents with odor complaints. A follow up is necessary.
6. Railroad update. Council Vice President Rego
City Solicitor informed the Council they he reached to railroad for update on clean up; Response pending.
7. Update of fire department’s rescue mutual aid call in 2025 to date. Council Vice President Rego
Chief of Staff Resende presented the council with a final update from 2024
8. Discussion and review of property encroachment on Grassy Plains Park and Tanglewood Drive (City of East Providence v. Steven & Constance Donahue PC2022-06687). Councilman Lawson
A meeting will be scheduled to further discuss claim with be set up with resident’s attorney, city solicitor and Mayor Bob DaSilva
9. East Providence Restaurant Week June 15th – June 21st. Council Vice President Rego
Vice President Rego was appointed chair of a subcommittee to include Councilman Lawson and Councilwoman Sousa
10. Discussion relating to citizen’s complaints about rising gas and electricity rates from RI Energy. Council President Rodericks
Council President requested RI Energy to attend Council Meeting to discuss customer complaints
XI. PUBLIC HEARINGS – Ordinance for second and final 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”
Article X entitled “Stopping, Standing and Parking” is amended by adding thereto the following: Sec. 18-317. Resident Parking Only. (a) The following streets shall be designated as Resident Parking Only: Ivy Street from Waterman Avenue to Blanding Street, both sides, from 5 p.m. to 6 a.m. weekdays and Saturday and Sunday, all day. Introduced by: Council President Bob Rodericks, Councilwoman Anna Sousa
| Member | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | X | |
| Lawson | Motion | |
| Rego | Seconded | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
XII. CONTINUED BUSINESS
XIII. NEW BUSINESS
Chief of Staff Patricia Resende
1. Appointment/Reappointment requiring Council Confirmation - NONE
2. Appointment/Reappointment not requiring Council Confirmation - NONE
3. Items for announcement/discussion
· December Finances and Expenses – Glenda Delgado
· 2025 Remarkable Women Nominations Open March 1-March 22nd.
· International Women’s Day/Women’s History Month Proclamation
· Greek Independence Day Proclamation
· Irish American Heritage Month Proclamation – Event – March 17, 2025 @ 11:30 AM
· City Road Improvement Presentation
· Cleaning and Lining update on East Providence water distribution system
· Rhode Island Energy Pavement Projects
B. REPORTS OF OTHER CITY OFFICIALS
1. Claims & Litigation Docket
C. REPORT OF SCHOOL COMMITTEE LIAISON
1. Recap of Martin Middle School building tour
2. Upcoming school funding statement
D. RESOLUTIONS - For discussion and possible vote
1. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an extension of the agreement for red light enforcement services and school zone speed enforcement services. Sponsored by Council President Rodericks, Council Vice President Rego, Councilman Fogarty
| Member | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | Motion | |
| Lawson | X | |
| Rego | Seconded | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
2. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract extension with Pawtucket Hot Mix Asphalt, Inc. for City Roadway Improvements. Sponsored by Council President Rodericks & Council Vice President Rego
| Member | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | Seconded | |
| Lawson | Motion | |
| Rego | X | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
3. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Fuss & O'Neill for Engineering Services to Conduct a Citywide Stormwater Hydraulic Analysis. Sponsored by Council President Rodericks & Council Vice President Rego
| Member | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | Seconded | |
| Lawson | Motion | |
| Rego | X | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
4. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Arcadis U.S., Inc. to Conduct an Assessment and Structural Rehabilitation of the Final Clarifiers at the East Providence Water Pollution Control Facility. Sponsored by Council President Rodericks
| Member | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | Seconded | |
| Lawson | Motion | |
| Rego | X | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
5. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to replace flooring and purchase furnishings for the final upgrades to the East Providence animal control facility. Sponsored by Council Vice President Rego
| Member | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | X | |
| Lawson | Motion | |
| Rego | Seconded | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
E. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES - For discussion and possible vote
1. An ordinance in amendment Section 18-307 entitled “Parking prohibited at all times” of Article X entitled “Stopping, Standing and Parking” of Chapter 18 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of East Providence, Rhode Island, 1998, as amended, entitled “Vehicles and Traffic” is amended by adding thereto the following: Washington Avenue (east side), from a point 260 feet north of Bullocks Point Ave northerly 30 feet. Introduced by Councilman Fogarty
| Member | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | Motion | |
| Lawson | X | |
| Rego | Seconded | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
XVII. ADJOURNMENT
| Member | Aye | Nay |
| Fogarty | Seconded | |
| Lawson | X | |
| Rego | Motion | |
| Sousa | A | |
| Rodericks | X | |
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.
Posted: 2/28/25