City Council, December 19, 1990.
A regular session of the City Council is held Wednesday, December 19, 1990, at seven fifteen o’clock p.m. All the members are present and President Houle presides.
The reading of the records of December 4 and 5, 1990, are dispensed with and the records are approved as prepared by the Clerk.
Upon Motion made by Councilman Barry, seconded by Councilman Kinder the *Consent Agenda is approved on a unanimous voice vote.
THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATIONS ARE READ AND ORDERED FILED:
**TAKEN OF CONSENT AGENDA FOR COMMENTS ONLY, NO OTHER ACTION TAKEN.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN RABBITT.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Rabbitt seconded by Councilman Barry, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Louis Simon, Acting Director of Public Works, and the Public Works Committee, to schedule a meeting on January 9, 1990. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss large item pick-up.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN KINDER.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilman Kinder introduces the following entitled communications:
Upon Motion made by Councilman Kinder, seconded by Councilman Barry, the following communications are Read and Ordered Filed:
Communication from Fred E. Joslyn, Jr., City Solicitor, to Richard J. Goldstein, Clerk of the Council. (Request of Councilmen Doyle and Lynch regarding Grzyb claim)
Communication from Roger F. Giraud, Director of Planning and Development, to Council President Raymond Houle, Jr. (Responses to Requests of the Council)
Communication from Joseph A. Lamagna, Esq., representing Kazarian Industries, Inc., to Richard J. Goldstein, Clerk of the Council requesting that the property at 231 Japonica Street, Pawtucket, Rhode Island, Assessor’s Plat 8, Lots 297 & 342, zoned Residential Multi-family (RM) be rezoned to Commercial General (CG) is REFERRED TO CITY PROPERTY COMMITTEE, CITY PLANNING COMMISSION, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS, CITY ENGINEER.
Petition for Auto Repair Shop License, of Allou Inc d/b/a Meineke Discount Muffler (Previous owner Jodat Inc) at 36 Newport Avenue, Tax Assessor’s Plat 40, Lot 805, to keep a shop for repairing automobiles, which was advertised for a hearing at this time, is taken up: LIC #132
Requesting information is James Lunderville, 421 Williston Way, Pawtucket, RI
Mr. Lunderville wants clarification on hours and any changes in operation.
Representative of Meineke Discount Muffler states that there are no changes.
There are no other speakers.
The Hearing is closed.
Upon Motion made by Councilman William Lynch, seconded by Councilman Kinder, the following petition for license is GRANTED on a unanimous voice vote:
Petition for Auto Repair Shop License, of Allou Inc d/b/a Meineke Discount Muffler (Previous owner Jodat Inc) at 36 Newport Avenue, Tax Assessor’s Plat 40, Lot 805, to keep a shop for repairing automobiles. LIC #132
Petition for Second Hand Shop License, of Howard S. Sperberg d/b/a Pawtucket Pawn Brokers, at 69 Exchange Street, Tax Assessor’s Plat 43, Lot 438, to keep a shop for the purpose of purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically Used Miscellaneous Items, which was advertised for a hearing at this time, is taken up: LIC #113
Speaking in favor is Howard Sperberg, 11 Bruce Circle, Randolph, MA
Mr. Sperberg states that he is operating as pawnbrokers now at this location.
There are no other speakers.
The Hearing is closed.
Upon Motion made by Councilman Vieira, seconded by Councilmen Kinder and Calista, the following petition is GRANTED on a unanimous voice vote:
Petition for Second Hand Shop License, of Howard S. Sperberg d/b/a Pawtucket Pawn Brokers, at 69 Exchange Street, Tax Assessor’s Plat 43, Lot 438, to keep a shop for the purpose of purchasing and selling second hand articles, specifically Used Miscellaneous Items. LIC #113
COUNCILMAN RABBITT LEAVES AT 7:33 P.M.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN KINDER.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilman Kinder introduces the following entitled communication:
Upon Motion made by Councilman Kinder, seconded by Councilman Barry, the following communication is Read and Ordered Filed:
Communication from Fred E. Joslyn, Jr., City Solicitor, to Richard J. Goldstein, Clerk of the Council. (Proposed Ten (10) Year Tax Agreement)
THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION IS TAKEN UP:
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN KINDER.
With majority consent of the Council, the following AMENDMENTS as per communication from Fred Joslyn, City Solicitor, which reads as follows, is approved on a unanimous voice vote:
1. The resolution should describe the parcel with the assessor’s plat and lot number.
2. The word "demur" was incorrectly typed. "Inure" is the intended word.
3. The term "substantially all of the building" has been deleted from the revised resolution.
4. The word "is" was incorrectly typed. "As" is the intended word.
5. The purchaser has not negotiated to buy a "$40,000 square foot" lot to be used for parking.
5A. The purchaser has negotiated to buy a "$40,000 foot lot to be used for parking.
5B. The vacant lot is not the subject of the proposed agreement.
5C. The statute does not permit vacant lots.
5D. Not applicable.
6. In the November 20, 1990 letter of David Hibbitt to Mayor Sarault he states in paragraph one (1) that the firm is in need of "additional office space". Further in the last paragraph he states that he is anxious "to make a site selection for the expansion of our firm". I have no reason to believe that the firm is relocating to Pawtucket.
The following resolution is read and passed AS AMENDED on a roll call vote as follows.
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch and Vieira.
Noes - 0
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN WILLIAM LYNCH.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman William Lynch, seconded by Councilman Doyle, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to H. D. Hibbitt, of Hibbitt, Karlsson & Sorensen Inc., to congratulate him on his commitment to the City of Pawtucket through the improvements to the "Postron Building" in the City.
Councilman Lynch is pleased that new jobs will be brought into the City and is requesting that every effort to be made to allow Pawtucket residents to fill those new positions.
COUNCILMAN RABBITT RETURNS AT 7:37 PM.
COUNCILMAN KINDER LEAVES AT 7:38 PM.
The following resolution is read and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
Submitted by Councilman William Lynch, District One. Councilman John Q. Calista, Jr., District-at-Large
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN WILLIAM LYNCH.
With majority consent of the Council, Councilman William Lynch introduces the following entitled communication:
Upon Motion made by Councilman William Lynch, seconded by Councilman Doyle, the following Communication is Read and Ordered Filed.
Communication from Mayor Brian J. Sarault, to Council President Raymond W. Houle, Jr. ("Inter-local Cooperation Commission")
COUNCILMAN KINDER RETURNS AT 7:42 PM.
The following Ordinance is read for the second time and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - Councilmembers Barry and William Lynch.
The following Ordinance is read for the second time and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Kinder, Robert Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - Councilmembers Doyle and William Lynch.
The following Ordinance is read for the second time and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - Councilman William Lynch.
The following Ordinance is read for the second time and passed on a roll call vote, as follows:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCES ARE LAID ON THE TABLE ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
Ordinance in Amendment of Chapter 991 of the Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket Entitled "The Traffic Ordinance." (4-Way Stop Signs -- Perrin Avenue and Carter Avenue)
Ordinance in Amendment of Chapter 991 of the Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket Entitled "The Traffic Ordinance." (4-Way Stop Signs -- Pond Street and Brewster Street.)
Ordinance in Amendment of Chapter 991 of the Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket Entitled "The Traffic Ordinance." (4-Way Stop Signs -- Bloomfield Street and Liberty Street.)
Submitted by: Councilman Kevin J. Rabbitt
Ordinance in Amendment of Chapter 2167 of the Ordinances of the City of Pawtucket Regulating the Licensing of Mobile Prepared Food Vendors in the City of Pawtucket, AS AMENDED. (Expiration date)
THE FOLLOWING LICENSES WERE LAID ON THE TABLE ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
BINGO (New)
Citizens for Education Inc., to conduct Yearly Bingo Games at 92 East Avenue on Friday Evenings in year ending 8/31/91 from 6 PM - 11 PM LIC #722
VICTUALLING HOUSE (NEW)
Delaney Columbus Club, 87 North Bend St. LIC #240
ABSTAINS - COUNCILMEN BARRY, KINDER AND WILLIAM LYNCH.
*THE FOLLOWING LICENSES ARE GRANTED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
ENTERTAINMENT (RENEWAL)
Laurel Acres Inc d/b/a Bobby’s Rollerway for license to conduct Rollerskating Rink in Corner Mill & Garrity Sts, on Sundays & Weekdays for year ending December 31, 1991, LIC #769
FLOWER PEDDLER LICENSE (RENEWALS)
Geraldine Teixiera, Res: 54 Paul Street, Pawtucket, RI #764
Mary Teixiera, Res: 54 Paul Street, Pawtucket, RI, 766
Manuel Teixiera, Res: 54 Paul Street, Pawtucket, RI, LIC #765
Peter Giossi d/b/a Flower’s Unlimited, Res: 110 Post Road, Warwick, RI, LIC #797
POOL TABLE
C M Teens Inc d/b/a Images, 44 East Avenue, (8) Weekdays & Sundays LIC #32
SUNDAY SALES (FIRST CLASS) NEW
Alves Service Station Inc. d/b/a Sunoco Food Mart, 79 School Street, LIC #180
SUNDAY SALES (SECOND CLASS) New
Rodrigo Velez d/b/ Lasa Del Perfume, 320 West Avenue, LIC #179
VICTUALLING HOUSE (FIRST CLASS) RENEWAL
Arcadia Enterprises Inc d/b/a Galateo, 210 Dexter Street, LIC #1
Cream N Bean Inc., 604 Smithfield Avenue, LIC #164
Dominic Mazza d/b/a Dominic’s Deli, 223 Walcott Street, LIC #116
Gregory Sankey & Henry Barber d/b/a Sank & Hank’s Place, 816 Main Street, LIC #228
Milton G. Tripp d/b/a Leo’s Spa, 875 Central Avenue, LIC #161
VICTUALLING HOUSE (FIRST CLASS) NEW
Alves Service Station Inc. d/b/a Sunoco Food Mart, 79 School Street, LIC #241
*THE FOLLOWING BONDS ARE APPROVED, SURETIES NAMED ARE ACCEPTED:
PRIVATE DETECTIVE BOND -
Kenneth R. Gendron - Surety Peerless Insurance Company.
PAWN BROKERS BOND -
Howard S. Sperberg d/b/a Pawtucket Pawn Brokers - Surety Western Surety Company.
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE APPROVED FOR PAYMENT ON A ROLL CALL VOTE, AS FOLLOWS:
Ayes - President Houle, Councilmembers Barry, Calista, Doyle, Kinder, Robert Lynch, William Lynch, Rabbitt and Vieira.
Noes - 0
Claim of Adrien F. Blanchet, in the amount of $538.45
Claim of Blackstone Valley Elect., in the amount of $604.70
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE TAKEN UNDER ADVISEMENT AND REFERRED TO THE LEGAL DEPARTMENT:
Claim of Gail Cabral, in the amount of $6,280.00
Claim of Kevin Loiselle, in the amount of $1000,000.00
Claim of Derrith McDade, in the amount of $5,418.00
UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE DENIED:
Claim of Richard Boynes, in the amount of $203.00
Claim of Lisa J. Ledoux, in the amount of $55.00
Claim of Daniel Nason, in the amount of $758.05
Claim of Maria Ramirez, no amount specified.
*CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE CITY ARE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND PENDING SUITS:
Lillian M. Choches - $399.75/479.93
Carol A. Jackson - $1,215.00/1,700.33
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILMAN RABBITT.
With majority consent of the Council, the following Motion made by Councilman Rabbitt, seconded by Councilman Calista, is passed on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to James Kulczycki, Director of Parks, requesting that he has a new line item put into the next budget for "parks maintenance" and that he meet with Christine Tague, to determine what amount that line item will contain. The Councilman would appreciate it if he could have this information in time for the next Council meeting on January 9, 1991.
Upon Motion made by Councilman Barry, seconded by Councilmen Vieira and Kinder, the meeting is adjourned at eight o’clock p.m.