| | | SMITHFIELD TOWN COUNCIL MEETING SMITHFIELD TOWN HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 64 FARNUM PIKE TUESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2024 6:00 P.M. |
6:00 P.M. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Convene into executive session to consider, discuss, and act upon matters pursuant to Rhode Island General Laws Section 42-46-5(a)(1) Personnel; to interview Samantha Kerwin, Donald L. Clarke II, and Stephen M. Bailey for possible appointment or reappointment to a Town board or commission, Section 42-46-5(a)(2); Existing Litigation, Case #PC-2019-10870 - Town of Smithfield vs. State of Rhode Island, and Section 42-46-5(a)(6); to review, consider, and discuss a prospective business to locate in the Town of Smithfield, RI.
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
I. Regular meeting reconvened at 7:00 p.m.
- Announce any executive session votes required to be disclosed pursuant to Rhode Island General Laws, Sec. 42-46-4.
II. Prayer
III. Salute to the Flag
IV. Emergency Evacuation and Health Notification
V. Presentations:
A. Smithfield Home for the Holidays House and Doorway Decorating Contest Winners.
VI. Minutes:
A. Move that the minutes of the December 5, 2023 executive session meeting held pursuant to Rhode Island General Laws Section 42-46-5(a)(1) Personnel; to interview Deana M. Mills and Lisa M. Baillargeon for possible appointment to a Town board or commission and Rhode Island General Laws Section 42-46-5(a)(2); Existing Litigation, Case # PC-2019-10870 - Town of Smithfield vs. State of Rhode Island be approved as recorded and sealed.
B. Move that the minutes of the December 5, 2023 open session meeting be approved as recorded.
VII. Consider, discuss and act upon the following possible appointments and reappointments:
A. Boyle Athletic Complex Building Committee appointment.
VIII. Public Hearings:
A. Conduct a public hearing to consider and act upon Zoning Ordinance amendments to Section 4.4 “Supplementary Use Regulations”, Section 4.3 “Table Of Uses” to add a new use category entitled “Battery Energy Storage Facility”, and Section 9.4.8, Table 3 “Economic Growth Overlay District Land Uses” sponsored by Council Members Rachel S. Toppi and Michael P. Iannotti.
B. Schedule a public hearing on February 6, 2024 to consider and act upon Zoning Ordinance amendments to Section 4.3 “Table of Uses” to add a new use category entitled “Wind Energy Facilities” and Section 5.10 “Inclusionary Zoning” sponsored by Council Members Rachel S. Toppi and Michael P. Iannotti.
C. Schedule a public hearing on February 6, 2024 to consider and act upon the adoption of the Capital Improvements Program Plan for Years 2025-2044.
D. Schedule a public hearing on February 6, 2024 to consider and act upon Code of Ordinance amendments to Section 312 “Streets and Sidewalks” to add Article IV entitled “Vehicle Impact Protection Devices” sponsored by Council Member John J. Tassoni, Jr.
E. Conduct a public hearing to consider, discuss, and act upon approving the renewal of the Intoxicating Beverage Licenses, as listed, as applied, subject to compliance with all State regulations, local ordinances and a Certificate of Good Standing from the RI Division of Taxation.
INTOXICATING BEVERAGE LICENSE RENEWALS 2023-2024
CLASS A RETAILER’S BEVERAGE LICENSES
1. Smithfield Liquor Mart, Inc. d/b/a “Smithfield Liquor Mart”, 970 Douglas Pike, Bldg. B Left Side
CLASS B-VICTUALLER BEVERAGE LICENSES
1. 970 Douglas Pike, LLC d/b/a “Condesa Mexican Restaurant”, 970 Douglas Pike (approved for outdoor bar service)
2. Brewology, LLC d/b/a “Brewology”, 9 Cedar Swamp Road, Unit 4 (approved for outdoor bar service)
3. Douglas Eatery, LLC d/b/a “Twin River Pizzeria, Crazy Wings, Thai Café”, 55 Douglas Pike (approved for outdoor bar service)
4. Ichiraku, LLC d/b/a “Ichiraku Ramen and Fusion”, 970 Douglas Pike (approved for outdoor bar service)
5. LJD, LLC d/b/a “Laura’s Bar and Grill”, 943 Douglas Pike (approved for outdoor bar service)
6. Palio, Inc. d/b/a “Siena”, 40 Putnam Pike, Unit B4
7. Terrazza, LLC d/b/a “Terrazza”, 645 Douglas Pike (approved for outdoor bar service)
8. Thirsty Beaver Smithfield, LLC d/b/a “Thirsty Beaver Pub & Grub”, (approved for outdoor bar service)
9. Uno Restaurants, LLC d/b/a “Uno Pizzeria & Grill”, 371 Putnam Pike, Suite 200
CLASS D-CLUB BEVERAGE LICENSES
1. Portuguese American Social & Athletic Club, 40 Fenwood Avenue
2. Smithfield Elks #2359, 326 Farnum Pike
F. Consider scheduling a Show Cause Hearing on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 to consider, discuss and act upon the possible suspension, revocation, or other sanction regarding the listed Liquor Licenses due to non-renewal or non-compliance with the conditions of renewal:
1. Cedar Spill Group d/b/a “Cedar Spill”, 566 Putnam Pike, Unit 4 (Failure to produce a Certificate of Good Standing)
2. Chacon Restaurant, LLC d/b/a “Frank & John from Italy on the Water”, 743 Putnam Pike (Failure to pay outstanding tangible taxes)
3. Copperfield’s, Inc. d/b/a “Copperfield’s Bar & Grill”, 375 Putnam Pike, Unit 35 (Failure to produce a food business license)
4. Crudo, LLC d/b/a “Crudo”, 266 Putnam Pike (Failure to produce a food business license)
5. El Taco Loco, LLC d/b/a “Don El Diablo Taqueria Y Tequila”, 55 Douglas Pike (Failure to produce a Certificate of Good Standing)
6. Rogue Squadron Group, LLC d/b/a “Tavolo Wine Bar & Tuscan Grille”, 970 Douglas Pike, Building C (Failure to produce a Certificate of Good Standing)
7. LeeDeg, Inc. d/b/a “Rocco’s Pub & Grub”, 55A Douglas Pike (Failure to produce a Certificate of Good Standing)
8. Val’s English Tea & Pie Shop, LLC d/b/a “Val’s English Tea & Pie Shop”, 466 Putnam Pike, Unit 1 (Failure to produce a Certificate of Good Standing)
G. Consider scheduling a Show Cause hearing on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 to consider, discuss, and act upon the possible suspension, revocation, or other sanction regarding the listed Victualling Only Licenses due to non-renewal or non- compliance with the conditions of renewal:
1. The Sevigny Group, LLC d/b/a “Smithfield Fitness”, 970 Douglas Pike (Failure to produce necessary paperwork required for renewal)
H. Conduct a public hearing to consider, discuss, and act upon approving the renewal of the following one (1) Victualling Only License to include renewal of the Extended Hours of Operation, as applied, subject to compliance with all State Regulations and local ordinances:
1. Marylou’s News, Inc. d/b/a “Marylou’s Coffee”, 368 Putnam Pike to extend hours of operation to 4:30 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.
IX. Licenses:
A. Consider, discuss, and act upon approving the renewal of seven (7) of Entertainment Licenses, as listed, as applied, subject to compliance with all State regulations and local ordinances:
1. 970 Douglas Pike, LLC d/b/a “Condesa Mexican Restaurant”, 970 Douglas Pike
2. Brewology, LLC d/b/a “Brewology”, 9 Cedar Swamp Road, Unit 4
3. LJD, LLC d/b/a “Laura’s Bar and Grill”, 943 Douglas Pike
4. Palio, Inc. d/b/a “Siena”, 400 Putnam Pike, Unit B4
5. Terrazza, LLC d/b/a “Terrazza”, 645 Douglas Pike
6. Thirsty Beaver Smithfield, LLC d/b/a “Thirsty Beaver Pub & Grub”, 45 Cedar Swamp Road
7. TMG Trap North d/b/a “The Trap North Brew Pub & Grill”, 10 Smith Avenue
B. Consider, discuss, and act upon approving the renewal of four (4) Special Dance Licenses, as listed, as applied, subject to compliance with all State regulations and local ordinances:
1. 970 Douglas Pike, LLC d/b/a “Condesa Mexican Restaurant”, 970 Douglas Pike
2. Brewology, LLC d/b/a “Brewology”, 9 Cedar Swamp Road, Unit 4
3. LJD, LLC d/b/a “Laura’s Bar and Grill”, 943 Douglas Pike
4. Thirsty Beaver Smithfield, LLC d/b/a “Thirsty Beaver Pub & Grub”, 45 Cedar Swamp Road
C. Consider, discuss, and act upon approving the renewal of five (5) Victualling Only Licenses, as listed, as applied, subject to compliance with all State regulations and local ordinances:
1. Chipotle Mexican Grill of Colorado, LLC d/b/a “Chipotle Mexican Grill”, 473 Putnam Pike
2. DK Convenience, LLC d/b/a “DK Convenience”, 200 Pleasant View Avenue, Unit 3
3. Ivy and Lace Bakeshop, LLC d/b/a “The Ivy and Lace Bake Shop”, 592 Putnam Pike
4. J’s Delicatessen, Inc. d/b/a “J’s Delicatessen”, 285 George Washington Highway
5. Target Corporation d/b/a “Target T-1404”, 371 Putnam Pike
D. Consider, discuss, and act upon approving a new Holiday Sales License for James’ Fine Cigars, LLC d/b/a “James’ Fine Cigars” located at 20 Cedar Swamp Road, as applied, subject to compliance with all State regulations and local ordinances.
E. Consider, discuss, and act upon approving one (1) One-Day Beer/Wine License for the Smithfield Senior Center as follows:
· New Year’s Party to be held on Thursday, January 18, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The party will take place at the Smithfield Senior Center, 1 William J. Hawkins, Jr. Trail from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., as applied, subject to all State regulations and local ordinances.
X. Old Business:
A. Consider, discuss, and act upon authorizing the Fire Department to purchase Ballistic Protective Equipment from Triage Training Group in an amount not to exceed forty-nine thousand, eight hundred sixty-four dollars and twenty-five cents ($49,864.25) to be funded from the Bryant University billing account.
B. Sitting as the Smithfield Water Supply Board, consider, discuss, and act upon a request for waiver of water main extension based on the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 350 Water Line Extensions, Article 1 Construction of Waterlines and Other Water Capital Equipment by Private Developers, Section 350-1 Extension of Water Service Article 1.C.
XI. New Business:
A. Consider, discuss, and act upon authorizing the Fire Department to purchase a resource management software from Tablet Command, Inc. in the amount of thirty-eight thousand, five hundred dollars and zero cents ($38,500.00) to be funded by RIEMA Grant 34-02-2022 HSGP.
B. Consider, discuss, and act upon authorizing the Fire Department to submit a Municipal Public Safety Infrastructure Grant in the amount of $1 million to be used to assist in financing a new fire station.
C. Sitting as the Smithfield Water Supply Board, consider, discuss, and act upon a bid award for the North Providence Pressure Reducing Project.
D. Sitting as the Smithfield Water Supply Board, consider, discuss, and act upon authorizing the Town Manager to enter into contract with Pare Corporation in an amount not to exceed fifty-five thousand, five hundred dollars and zero cents ($55,500.00) for contract and engineering services for the North Providence Pressure Reducing Project.
E. Consider, discuss, and act upon awarding a contract to Lake Shore Environmental in an amount not to exceed thirteen thousand, five hundred fifty dollars and zero cents ($13,550.00) for installation of three test wells onsite at the Gallagher Middle School.
F. Consider, discuss, and act upon approving tax abatements in the amount of four thousand, three hundred, thirty-two dollars and seventy-eight cents ($4,332.78).
XII. Public Comment.
XIII. Adjournment.
AGENDA POSTED: FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 2024
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