At a regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Narragansett held Monday, April 4, 1988, at 7:30 p.m., Town Hall.
| Present: | Joan Bartolomeo, President |
| | Thomas P. Cronin, President Pro Tem |
| | Anne E. N. Hoxsie |
| | Maurice J. Loontjens, Jr., Members |
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| Absent: | Kathleen A. Fagan, Member |
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| Present: | Vincent T. Izzo, Acting Town Manager |
| | John V. Kenny, Town Solicitor |
President Bartolomeo calls the meeting to order and leads those in attendance in pledging allegiance to the flag.
It is unanimously VOTED: That the minutes of the Town Council meetings of March 16,1988 (Work Session), March 16, 1988 (Recessed Meeting), March 21, 1988 (Work Session) and March 21, 1988 (Regular Meeting) be accepted as presented. (Loontjens - Cronin)
At this time, the certificates for duly elected Knights of the Rockingham Arch, outstanding Harragansett Citizen Volunteers, are presented on behalf of the following committee members: Town Council Representative, Maurice J. Loontjens, Jr., School Committee Representative, James W. Hayes, Jr., Director of Parks and Recreation, Ralph S. Coppa, Chairman of the Republican Town Committee, Jay Z. James, Chairman of the Democratic Town Committee, Winters B. Hames, III, and Town Clerk, Mary M. Beck.
The following individuals are honored:
Joseph O. Laurie - For his years of involvement in the Narraganset Little League, coach since 1977. Coaching Babe Ruth League and serving as President, equipment manager and currently Treasurer of the Babe Ruth League. Also filming all football games for the Narragansett High School Football Team.
Judy Ann Laurie - Girl Scout leader since 1978 and involved with many service projects for the community, including the Festival of Lights, Special Olympics and projects with the elderly. Involved vith Narragansett Little League since 1981 and served on the Board of Directors of the Narragansett Little League.
Stanley J. Knox - Served on the Narragansett Rotary for five years as a member of the board of directors and organizing committee for Christmas party for Nursing Home Patients. Member of the Pop Warner Football Club, the current Treasurer of the Narragansett Little League and member of the Narragansett High School Athletic Boosters.
Louis E. Graichen Sr. - Always available to give a helping hand to anyone. Driving people and running errands, helping out when needed. Donates two weeks vacation at Christmas being Santa Claus and visiting all the nursing homes in the areas, the schools and the hospitals.
Judith A.Callaghan - Volunteer with the Narragansett PTO for many years, working at the Elementary School for fund raisers, including the "Run for Life" and the "Pasta Pig Out".
It is unanimously VOTED That these Resolutions be and they are hereby adopted, viz: (Loontjens - Cronin)
(A Sample Resolution Follows)
These 1988 Knights of the Rockingham Arch are duly congratulated by Members of the Town Council and those present.
At this time, a presentation is made, by Frank Wiener, of a signed and framed document "A Pledge to Support the United States Constitution and its Bill of Rights". This document is signed by Federal, State and Local government officials and is presented to the Town Council to be hung in the Town Hall. Mr. Weiner is thanked by the Council Members.
It is unanimously VOTED: That the following Resolution be and is hereby adopted, viz: (Loontjens - Cronin)
This Resolution will be presented to Philip H. Piccirillo, by Council President Pro Tem, at his Eagle Scout Court to be held on April 9, 1988.
It is unanimously VOTED: To schedule a Public Hearing on May 2, 1988 at 7:30 p.m., on proposed amendments to Chapter 246 of the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Narragansett, entitled "An Ordinance in Relation to Zoning" changing certain lots from present zone to use applicable under former (1974) zoning. (Loontjens - Cronin)
The Narragansett Town Council make the following findings of fact relative to a petition from The Shell Restaurant, Inc., Angelo Pizzo, President, holder of a Class B Victualing Alcholic Beverage License at 1200 Ocean Road, requesting that the Town Council remove restrictions:
1. Said business has operated as a non-conforming use for the past 14 years.
2. Said business has always operated as a family restaurant without a bar or cocktail lounge and with a closing time of approximately 10:00 p.m.
3. Said business was purchased after restrictions were attached.
4. The addition of a bar and cocktail lounge would significantly increase the noise and traffic into the early morning hours.
5. 5.Within 500' of The Shell Restaurant there are 31 single family homes.
Due to these findings of fact,it is unanimously VOTED: That said Petition be and is hereby DENIED. (Loontjens - Cronin)
A continuation of a Public Hearing is held on a petition for Change of Zone from TRIOOMPH ASSOCIATES, Joseph W. Frisella, Partner, requesting that Tax Assessor's Plat 0, lot 50 be changed from R-10 Residence District to B-B General Business District for premises located on the easterly side of Old Point Judith Road.
The following correspondence is read and it is unanimously VOTED: That this correspondence be made part of the official record, viz: (Loontjens - Cronin)
Attorney Archibald B. Kenyon, Jr. addresses the Council on behalf of the Petitioners and presents copies of CONDITIONAL USES SUGGESTED BY TRIOOMPH ASSOCIATES to the Council. It is unanimously VOTED: That this document be marked as Exhibit #6. (Loontjens - Cronin)
Following discussion regarding the proposed changes requested by the petitioner and the Council's feelings relative to these changes, Council President Bartolomeo calls for Proponents to this petition. Samuel Kolodney, Sweet Meadows Condominium Association, addresses the Council, noting that he previously went on record as opposing this requested change of zone. However, if this petition were limited to use of the location as a bank only, Mr. Kolodney states that he would not continue with his objection. Also presenting the same point of view, is Sweet Meadows Condominium Owner, Eileen Kenahan Klein. President Bartolomeo calls for Opponents. No one is heard.
Following discussion, it is unanimously VOTED: That the Public Hearing be closed and a decision on this petition be rendered at the May 2, 1988 Town Council meeting. (Loontjens - Cronin)
PLEASE SEE STENOGRAPHER'S MINUTES FOR DETAILS
A Public Hearing is conducted on a Petition from Mercedes Ocean House, Inc., Bruce W. Beaumont, President, for transfer of stock for a Class B Victualing Alcoholic Beverage License at 140 Point Judith Road, to Mercedes Ocean House, Inc., Bruce W. Beaumont, Presidentand Secretary, Ellen E. Garceau,Vice President and Treasurer, same premises.
Cynthia Collins, Attorney for the Petitioner, is present and addresses the Council. Following discussion as to whether there are any plans to change the operation of this establishment, President Bartolomeo calls for Proponents to this petition. None are heard. Opponents are called and none are heard. It is unanimously VOTED: That the Public Hearing be and is hereby closed and further that said Petition be and is hereby granted, subject to all local and state regulations. (Loontjens - Cronin)
PLEASE SEE STENOGRAPHERS MINUTES FOR DETAILS
At this time, a Public Hearing is conducted on the School Budget for Fiscal Year 1988/89. President Bartolomeo reads a minority opinion and it is unanimously VOTED: That this report be made part of the official minutes, viz: (Loontjens - Cronin)
At this time. Council President Bartolomeo turns the hearing over to John M. Hobin, Narragansett School Committee. Mr. Hobin notes that the School Budget, as presented, represents the smallest increase in the last ten years.
Council Member Loontjens notes that the budget is presented in two sections. The proposed increase for the budget is 5.5%, with a contingency account of $172,678 to be used only if the enrollment of the school, as projected, warrants this additional money.
Dr. William Davis, Superintendent of Schools, addresses the Council and those present, discussing the projected increase in enrollment and the current situation with temporary facilities.
Comments are solicited from those present, but no one addresses this budget proposal.
It is unanimously VOTED: That the Public Hearing be closed. (Loontjens - Cronin)
It is unanimously VOTED: That the following licenses be and they are hereby granted subject to all local and state regulations, viz: (Loontjens - Cronin)
It is unanimously VOTED: To approve the services of South County Real Estate Title Insurance Company regarding the title searches required for the Tax Sale. (Loontjens - Cronin)
It is unanimously VOTED: To authorize the Acting Town Manager, Vincent T. Izzo, to enter into a contract with Angell, Disend & Quesnel, Inc., for an Actuarial Study of the Town of Narragansett Pension Plan, in an amount not to exceed $3,000. (Loontjens - Cronin)
President Bartolomeo asks if anyone wishes to address the Council under the Open Forum segment. No one comes forward.
It is unanimously VOTED: To accept, with regret, the resignation of Richard A. Montanaro as a member of the Pension Board, effective April 9, 1988 and the Town Clerk is instructed to send a letter to Mr. Montanaro, thanking him for his service to the Town of Narragansett. (Loontjens - Cronin)
A communication is received from Ralph S. Coppa, Director of Parks and Recreation, relative to the Comfort Station Building in Jerusalem. Also received is a communication from Archibald B. Kenyon, Jr., Attorney for the Estate of Nathan G. Kenyon. Following consideration, it is unanimously VOTED: To release the Town of Narragansett's right, title and interest in the Jerusalem Comfort Station Building to the Estate of Nathan G. Kenyon. (Loontjens - Cronin)
A communication is received from Joan M. Karakas, Vice President, of the Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island, concerning invoices from Thomas J. Souls & Associates, Inc., for services rendered and requesting payment from the Town of Narragansett. It is unanimously VOTED: That this matter be referred to the Town Solicitor for any further information that may be available, including minutes of the League meetings, and report back to the Town Council. (Loontjens - Cronin)
A discussion is held on the bid for Spring Household Collection and following consideration, it is unanimously VOTED: To reject the bid for Spring Household Collection, in the amount of $19,400, and that the Town Manager be requested to investigate alternate means of accomplishing this proposed clean-up and report back to the Town Council. (Loontjens - Cronin)
It is unanimously VOTED: To refer to the Insurance Carrier, Miller & Peck, a class action suit filed in Federal District Court in Providence by non-residents who had been Canonchet Beach Facility holders in previous years. (Loontjens - Cronin)
A request is received from the School Building Committee that the Town Council formerly authorize the use of Plat H, lot 83 for the School Committee to use for incorporation into the site for the proposed elementary school. It is unanimously VOTED: That it is the sense of the Narragansett Town Council to dedicate lot 83, Tax Assessor's Plat H, to the Narragansett School Committee and it is requested that a Resolution be drawn up for adoption by the Town Council. (Loontjens - Cronin)
Consideraton is given to Block Grant Small Cities Program for demolition of the Town Beach Pavilion. It is unanimously VOTED: To amend the order of the docket for this meeting to consider at this time the following addendum item (Loontjens - Cronin)
It is unanimously VOTED: That the Town Council of the Town of Narragansett clarify the March 7, 1988 vote by including approval of staff recommendations to file a grant application for Plat N-0, lots 8-1 through 8-13, 8-B, 2, 2-2, 2-3, and Plat N-L, lot 1 in the Bridgepoint area. (Loontjens - Cronin)
It is unanimously VOTED: That the following Resolution be and is hereby adopted, viz: (Loontjens - Cronin)
A discussion is held regarding authorizing the Acting Town Manager to enter into a contract for temporary beach facilities. The Council notes that they have not been provided with a copy of the contract in question. Following discussion, it is VOTED: To authorize the Town Manager to enter into a contract for temporary beach facilities subject to review by the Town Solicitor and the Town Council in final form. (Hoxsie - Cronin)
Vote is recorded as follows: Aye - Council President Bartolomeo and Council Members Cronin and Hoxsie. No - Council Member Loontjens.
The Acting Town Manager is further requested to have the Building Inspector examine the Beach Facilities, namely the Pavilion where the concession was located last season and the porch on the beach side of the building, and report back to the Council.
A communication is received from the Acting Town Manager relative to the proposed purchase of a new school site on South Pier Road and following discussion, it is VOTED: That the Town Council authorize a purchase price of $750,000 for the purchase of land on South Pier Road, Plat H, lot 90, for the construction of a proposed elementary school. (Cronin - Loontjens)
Vote is recorded as follows: Aye - Council President Bartolomeo and Council Members Cronin and Loontjens. Abstain - Council Member Hoxsie.
It is unanimously VOTED: To adjourn. Council adjourns at 10:10 p.m.
ATTEST:
Mary M. Beck
Council Clerk