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AGENDA

 

TOWN OF SOUTH KINGSTOWN

 

RHODE ISLAND

 

 

TOWN COUNCIL

 

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

 

WORK SESSION

6:30 PM

REGULAR SESSION

7:30 PM

 

TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS

180 HIGH STREET

WAKEFIELD, RI

 

Please be advised meetings are now being held in person.  Due to the expiration of the Governor’s Executive Order 21-72, fully virtual meetings are no longer permitted. All Council members and applicants must attend in person. Members of the public are welcome and encouraged to attend in person or view the meeting live on ClerkBase at https://clerkshq.com/SouthKingstown-ri or on your local Public Access Television Station. Standard COVID-19 protocols in town buildings apply to all meeting attendees. Attendees who are not vaccinated must wear a mask and maintain social distancing.

 

NOTE:  Individuals requesting American Sign Language interpreters or CART service must call the Town Clerk’s Office at 401-789-9331 seventy-two (72) hours in advance of the meeting date.

 

DATE POSTED: 9/9/2021

1.         A.        WORK SESSION – 6:30 PM Video

Presentation by the Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

 

B.        INTERVIEWS – 6:45 PM Video

See Attachment A for Boards and Commissions Appointments Report.

 

C.        WORK SESSION – immediately following Video

All items listed on Town Council agenda are subject to discussion.

 

D.        REGULAR SESSION – 7:30 PM Video

Please be advised that the Council intends to discuss and/or act upon each and every item appearing on this agenda.

 

2.         PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG Video

 

3.         ROLL CALL Video

 

4.         APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS Video

 

            A.        Work Sessions – August 2, August 4 and August 10, 2021

 

B.        Regular Sessions – August 5, August 10 and August 16, 2021

 

C.        Closed Executive Session – August 10, 2021

 

5.         CONSENT AGENDA Video

 

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I.              Rule 10A.  for the conduct of the meetings of the South Kingstown Town Council:  Members of the public shall be entitled to speak at regular meetings during any period designated on the agenda for public comment, once, for a period of five minutes, or longer at the discretion of the President, and at other times when invited to do so by the President.  The public shall address their comments to the question under debate as indicated on the agenda. Pursuant to RI General Laws §42-46-6(b), public comment regarding subject matter not on the agenda but received during the public participation portion of a meeting shall be for information purposes only and may not be voted on except where necessary to address an unexpected occurrence that requires immediate action to protect the public or to refer the matter to an appropriate committee or to another body or official.

 

II.             Rule 11:  No item of business other than that of adjournment may be brought before the Town Council at any meeting unless such an item is introduced before 11:00 PM; provided, however, that this rule may be suspended by an affirmative vote of a majority of members present.

 

III.            Rule 13:  All items listed with a (CA) are to be considered routine by the Town Council and will be enacted by one motion.  There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a member of the Council, or a member of the public so requests, in which event the item will be removed from Consent Agenda (CA) consideration and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda.

 

Pursuant to RIGL §42-46-6(b). Notice – “Nothing contained herein shall prevent a public body, other than a school committee from adding additional items to the agenda by majority vote of the members.  Such additional items shall be for informational purposes only and may not be voted on except where necessary to address an unexpected occurrence that requires immediate action to protect the public or to refer the matter to an appropriate committee or to another body or official.”

 

 

6.         LICENSES

 

            A.        A resolution granting Victualling and Holiday Sales Licenses to ACL, LLC d/b/a Audrey’s Coffee House & Lounge, 60 South County Commons Way, Unit G2, Wakefield, RI 02879 subject to approval by the Wastewater Superintendent, RI Department of Health and RI Division of Taxation.  Application by Jared Haibon, Member; New. Video

 

            B.        A resolution granting Theater and Dance Licenses to South County Center for the Arts d/b/a Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Road, West Kingston, RI 02892 subject to approval by the Police Chief. Application by Mariann Almonte, Executive Director; New. Video

 

            C.        A resolution granting Victualling and Holiday Sales Licenses to RI Guys Donuts, LLC d/b/a RI Guys Donuts, 99 Fortin Road, Unit 122, Kingston, RI 02881 subject to approval by the RI Department of Health. Application by Ryan Zeolla, Owner; New. Video

 

            D.        A resolution granting a Holiday Sales License to Core Fitness of Wakefield, LLC d/b/a Planet Fitness, 160 Old Tower Hill Road, Wakefield, RI 02879 subject to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy and approval by the RI Department of Health.  Application by Jennifer Littlefield, Licensing; New. Video

 

            E.         A resolution granting a Miscellaneous Permit to conduct the “Angry Unicorn” Half Marathon/5K Road Race on Sunday, November 13, 2022 at 7 AM to Ocean State Multisport, P.O. Box 14103, East Providence, RI 02914 subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement and certificate of insurance in the amounts specified by the Finance Director.  Application by Gary Menissian, Race Director; Renewal. Video

 

            F.         A resolution granting a Miscellaneous Permit to conduct the Octoberfest Art Festival on Saturday, October 2, 2021 on Main Street, between Robinson Street and Kenyon Avenue, and in the Municipal Parking Lot from 12 PM to 11 PM to the Wakefield Village Association, 133 Old Tower Hill Road, Suite 1, Wakefield, RI 02879 subject to the execution of a hold harmless agreement indemnifying the Town, and issuance of a Certificate of Insurance naming the Town as an additional insured for the event in the amounts specified by the Finance Director. Application by Janet Bertwell, Secretary; Renewal. Video

 

            G.        A resolution granting a Temporary Mass Gathering Permit to conduct the Octoberfest Art Festival on Saturday, October 2, 2021 on Main Street, between Robinson Street and Kenyon Avenue, and in the Municipal Parking Lot from 12 PM to 11 PM to the Wakefield Village Association, 133 Old Tower Hill Road, Suite 1, Wakefield, RI 02879. Application by Kenneth Burke, Event Coordinator; New. Video

 

            H.        A resolution granting a Class F-1 19 Hour Beverage License to the Wakefield Village Association, 133 Old Tower Hill Road, Suite 1, Wakefield, RI 02879 for the Oktoberfest event to be held on Saturday, October 2, 2021 from 12 PM to 11 PM in the parking lot at 323 Main Street. Application by Kenneth J. Tetzner, President. Video

(CA)    I.          A resolution granting a Tourist Accommodations – Trailer Park License to Blackbeard Homeowners Association, 836 Matunuck Beach Road, Wakefield, RI  02879.  Application by Sabrina Courville, Member; Renewal.

 

(CA)    J.         A resolution granting a Holiday Sales License to Matunuck Surf Shop, Inc., 920 Matunuck Beach Road, Wakefield, RI 02879. Application by Tia Guilbert; Renewal.

           

7.         PUBLIC HEARING

 

            A.        A Public Hearing relative to an application for expansion of a license to keep and sell alcoholic beverages in South Kingstown in accordance with the General Laws of 1956, as amended, as follows: Video

 

CLASS B VICTUALLER LIQUOR LICENSE

 

Application for expansion of a Class B Victualler Liquor License by 629 Succotash, LLC d/b/a Matunuck Oyster Bar, 629 Succotash Road, Wakefield, RI by Perry Raso, Member for the 1,500 square foot rooftop deck that was previously constructed to accommodate the allocation of seating due to COVID-19 restrictions, conditioned upon no music or amplified music allowed on the roof deck in accordance with a Special Use Permit granted November 18, 2020 by the Zoning Board of Review; and as further defined in a site plan dated July 20, 2021 on file in the Town Clerk’s office.

 

Said expansion is contingent upon the issuance of a Certificate of Good Standing from the Rhode Island Division of Taxation, filing of a Certificate of Insurance evidencing required liability coverage, compliance with all Town ordinances and regulations, the payment of any municipal taxes and user fees in arrears to the Town, and the correction of any fire code violations.

 

8.         COMMUNICATIONS

 

            A.        Communications from Dorald Beasley concerning the State owned property on Stonehenge Road in Kingston that was sold at auction on August 17, 2021, and a response from the Assistant Town Solicitor are received, placed on file and the Town Council further directs                                       . Video

 

(CA)    B.        An email dated August 9, 2021 from Ken Burke, Event Coordinator inviting Council members to help kick off the Wakefield Village Association’s 5th annual Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 2, 2021 is received and placed on file.

 

(CA)    C.        An email dated August 10, 2021 from Jamie Palter concerning universal masking in South Kingstown Schools is received and placed on file.

 

(CA)    D.        An email dated August 6, 2021 from Timothy S. Murphy, President on behalf of the South Kingstown Library Board of Trustees to the Rhode Island Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission expressing concerns regarding parking at the Kingston Free Library is received and placed on file.

 

            E.         A letter dated August 8, 2021 from Donald E. Tencher concerning traffic safety on Succotash Road is received, placed on file and the Town Council further directs _______________. Video

 

(CA)    F.         A letter dated August 10, 2021 from Abigail P. Rider, URI Vice President to Timothy S. Murphy, President, South Kingstown Public Library Board of Trustees and his letter in response dated August 12, 2021 concerning parking at the Kingston Free Library are received and placed on file.

 

(CA)    G.        Letters dated August 10, 2021 from Richard Youngken, Chair on behalf of the South Kingstown Historic District Commission to the Town Council and to URI President Marc B. Parlange expressing concerns regarding parking at the Kingston Free Library are received and placed on file. 

 

(CA)    H.        An email dated August 11, 2021 from Senator Sue Sosnowski to Abigail P. Rider, URI Vice President regarding parking at the Kingston Free Library is received and placed on file.

 

(CA)    I.          Emails from Alyssa Taft, Carol Miro, Caitlin Restivo, Eleanor Freda and Colin Murphy concerning parking at the Kingston Free Library are received and placed on file.

 

            J.         A letter dated August 11, 2021 from URI President Marc Parlange to Council President Collins advising of his intent to meet with local public leaders to discuss their perspectives on the University is received, placed on file and the Town Council further directs _____________________. Video

 

(CA)    K.        An email dated August 19, 2021 from Richard Grant concerning the Village of Kingston and advising that the South County History Center has been awarded a National Endowment for the Humanities Sustaining Cultural Heritage Collections grant to fund enhancements at the Old Washington County Jail, is received and placed on file.

 

(CA)    L.         A letter dated August 19, 2021 from Colonel James M. Manni, Superintendent, RI State Police requesting recognition of the Town’s Emergency Medical Services personnel for their extraordinary efforts in responding to an emergency at his home on July 23, 2021 is received and placed on file. (See New Business Item 12A.)         

 

            M.        Emails from Stacey Greene Bodziony, Sarah Markey, Emily Cummiskey, Dee Shea, and Lou Chrostowski concerning the AFL-CIO mailer investigation report, and a response from Councilwoman Bergner to Ms. Cummiskey are received, placed on file and the Town Council further directs                                     . Video

 

(CA)    N.        Emails dated August 30, 2021 from Dorald Beasley concerning the removal of a portion of the sidewalk on the east side of Upper College Road near the Kingston Free Library are received and placed on file.

 

            O.        A letter dated September 7, 2021 from Larry Fish, Chairman, Economic Development Committee requesting a joint work session with the Town Council and Planning Board to discuss zoning regulations in the Commercial Highway (CH) District is received, placed on file, and the Town Council further directs _________________. Video

 

            P.         An email dated September 8, 2021 from Marc Levitt advising of his resignation from the Economic Development Committee is received, placed on file, and the Town Council further directs             . Video

 

(CA)    Q.        Any communication added to the Agenda subsequent to this is hereby added by majority vote, in accordance with RIGL §42-46-6 (b) Notice --…  “Nothing contained herein shall prevent a public body, other than a school committee, from adding additional items to the agenda by majority vote of the members.  Such additional items shall be for informational purposes only and may not be voted on except where necessary to address an unexpected occurrence that requires immediate action to protect the public or to refer the matter to an appropriate committee or to another body or official.”

 

9.         COMMENTS FROM INTERESTED CITIZENS Video

 

10.       TOWN MANAGER’S REPORT Video

See Attachment B for Town Manager’s Reports

 

11.       APPOINTMENTS

 

A.           A resolution appointing ___________________________________ to the ______________________________ Board/Committee/Commission for a term to expire in _______________. (See Attachment A for Boards and Commissions Appointments Report) Video

 

            B.        A resolution appointing ____________________________________ to the Canvassing Authority to fill a term to expire in March 2025. Video

 

 

12.       NEW BUSINESS

 

            A.        A resolution recognizing members of South Kingstown Emergency Medical Services for their life-saving efforts, as follows: Video

 

The Town Council hereby offers its appreciation to members of the South Kingstown Emergency Medical Services team:

 

Lieutenant Frank Capaldi

Paramedic Keith DeCesare

Paramedic Sarah Peet

 

In recognition of their professionalism during an emergency call to the home of Colonel James M. Manni on the evening of July 23, 2021. The crew’s quick response and professional training likely saved Colonel Manni’s life when he suffered anaphylactic shock after being stung by several yellow jacket bees. Members of the South Kingstown Emergency Medical Services personnel are commended for their expert care and extraordinary efforts in this life-threatening situation. The Town Council joins the Manni family in extending their appreciation, and offering their congratulations for a job well done. 

 

            B.        A resolution adopting a proclamation recognizing September 2021 as Military Suicide Awareness Month in the Town of South Kingstown, as follows: Video

 

MILITARY SUICIDE AWARENESS MONTH

 

WHEREAS,    family matters, support matters, and every military Veteran matters, this September, Suicide Prevention Month encourages Veterans and their loved ones to focus on the things that give life meaning, the things that matter; anyone who knows a Veteran can help, and

 

WHEREAS,    whether a Veteran has just returned home or served years ago, their experiences remain with them, their wounds might not be visible, but they need our attention.  We can support Veterans who are dealing with challenges of all kinds; we’re in this together, and

 

WHEREAS,    the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) urges groups and individuals nationwide to stay alert for signs of suicide risk in the Veterans they care about.  If you’re concerned about the Veteran in your life, lending a hand doesn’t have to be hard, just talking about it opens the door to finding support and the Veterans Crisis Line can help, and

 

WHEREAS,    the first step in preventing suicide is to understand the warning signs; people may show signs of risk before considering harming themselves.  Warning signs include: hopelessness, anxiety, agitation, sleeplessness, or mood swings, rage or anger, engaging in risky activities, increasing alcohol or drug abuse, and withdrawing from family and friends.

 

WHEREAS,    the Veterans Crisis Line is a free, confidential resource that Veterans and their families and friends can access any day, any time.  Trained professionals at the Veterans Crisis Line, many who are Veterans themselves are ready to listen, providing free confidential support, 24/7, 365 days a year, and 

 

WHEREAS,    the VA counts on grassroots networks and community organizations to spread the word that support is just a call, click, or text away.  It’s up to all of us to get educated, get involved, and take action to help Veterans access the support and care they deserve, and

 

NOW THEREFORE WE THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SOUTH KINGSTOWN proclaim September 2021 as MILITARY SUICIDE AWARENESS MONTH in the Town of South Kingstown and request our residents to let a Veteran know they are not alone and that they matter.

 

(CA)    C.        A resolution authorizing the Town Clerk to advertise for Order of Notice a Public Hearing relative to an application for a license to keep and sell alcoholic beverages in South Kingstown in accordance with the General Laws of 1956, as amended, as follows:

 

CLASS B VICTUALLER LIQUOR LICENSE

 

Application for a Class B Victualler Liquor License by ACL, LLC d/b/a Audrey’s Coffee House & Lounge, 60 South County Commons Way, Unit G2, Wakefield, RI by Jared Haibon, Member for the dining room and bar areas; and as further defined in a site plan on file in the Town Clerk’s office.

 

            D.        A resolution authorizing the purchase of one Stryker Power-Pro XT stretcher from Stryker Medical Corporation, 3800 East Centre Avenue, Portage, MI 49002-9799 in an amount not to exceed $21,389; and as further described in a memorandum from the Chief of Emergency Medical Services to the Interim Town Manager dated August 10, 2021 and entitled “Power Stretcher Replacement.” Video

 

            E.         A resolution authorizing the purchase of two multi-function copiers from Ricoh USA Inc., P.O. Box 41564, Philadelphia, PA 19101-1564 in an amount not to exceed $15,029, in accordance with RI Master Price Agreement #337; and as further described in a memorandum from the Director of Technology to the Interim Town Manager dated August 30, 2021 and entitled “Multi-Function Copier Recommendation.” Video

 

(CA)    F.         A resolution that a Notice of Injury filed by Annie Laurie and Joseph Esposito on behalf of “Jane Doe,” a minor, relative to an incident that occurred on or about July 23, 2021 be referred to the Town Solicitor and the Town’s insurance carrier.

 

            G.        A resolution authorizing an award of bid to Eagle Point Gun, 1707 Third Street, Thorofare, NJ 08086 for ammunition per the unit prices as submitted by bid on August 31, 2021; unit pricing to be held through June 30, 2022, with the option to extend one additional year through June 30, 2023, inclusive, if mutually agreeable to both parties; and as further described in a memorandum from the Police Chief to the Interim Town Manager dated September 1, 2021 and entitled “Bid Recommendation – Ammunition – SK0053PD.” Video

 

            H.        A resolution authorizing an award of bid to Stillman Uniforms, 271 Post Road E-1, Westerly, RI 02891 for Point Blank soft body armor per the unit prices as submitted by bid on August 31, 2021; unit pricing to be held through June 30, 2022, with the option to extend one additional year through June 30, 2023, inclusive, if mutually agreeable to both parties; and as further described in a memorandum from the Police Chief to the Interim Town Manager dated September 1, 2021 and entitled “Bid Recommendation – Body Armor – SK0054PD.” Video

 

(CA)    I.          A resolution authorizing the Town Clerk to advertise for Order of Notice a Public Hearing relative to an application for a license to keep and sell alcoholic beverages in South Kingstown in accordance with the General Laws of 1956, as amended, as follows:

 

CLASS T LEGITIMATE THEATER LIQUOR LICENSE

 

Application for a Class T Legitimate Theater Liquor License by South County Center for the Arts d/b/a Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Road, West Kingston, RI by Mariann Almonte, Executive Director for the first and second floor of the building, in accordance with a Special Use Permit granted by the Zoning Board of Review on November 28, 2012; and as further defined in a site plan on file in the Town Clerk’s office.

 

            J.         A resolution authorizing the Tax Assessor to abate taxes in the total amount of $12,371.64, as shown on Tax Abatement Request No. 591. Video

 

            K.        A resolution extending the Town’s Declaration of Emergency adopted at an Emergency Session on March 15, 2020 and subsequently renewed on April 13, 2020, May 11, 2020, June 8, 2020, July 13, 2020, August 11, 2020, September 14, 2020, October 13, 2020, November 9, 2020, December 14, 2020, January 11, 2021, January 25, 2021, February 22, 2021, March 22, 2021, April 26, 2021, May 24, 2021, June 28, 2021, July 26, 2021 and August 10, 2021 as shown on Exhibit 1 attached hereto. Video

 

            L.         A resolution authorizing the Interim Town Manager to execute a contract with Tyler Technologies Incorporated, 1 Tyler Drive, Yarmouth, ME 04096 to upgrade its Munis software; as described in a memorandum from the Finance and IT Directors to the Interim Town Manager dated September 7, 2021 and entitled “Tyler Technology Cloud Migration.” Video

 

(CA)    M.        Any New Business added to the Agenda subsequent to this is hereby added by majority vote, in accordance with RIGL §42-46-6 (b) Notice --…  “Nothing contained herein shall prevent a public body, other than a school committee, from adding additional items to the agenda by majority vote of the members.  Such additional items shall be for informational purposes only and may not be voted on except where necessary to address an unexpected occurrence that requires immediate action to protect the public or to refer the matter to an appropriate committee or to another body or official.”

 

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 1

 

Town of South Kingstown

Renewed Declaration of Emergency

 

 

On March 15, 2020, pursuant to Sec. 3214 of the South Kingstown Home Rule Charter, the Town Council declared the existence of an emergency. The basis for the Council’s emergency declaration was the danger to health and life posed by the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19, as set forth in Governor Gina Raimondo’s Executive Order 20-02 dated March 9, 2020 declaring a state of emergency, and Executive Order 20-03 dated March 13, 2020 containing a supplemental emergency declaration.  Governor Raimondo extended the state of emergency as set forth in Executive Order 20-23 on April 10, 2020, and it was further extended on May 7, June 4, July 3, July 31, September 2, October 2, November 2, December 2, December 22, 2020, January 19, and February 16, 2021. Governor Daniel McKee further extended the state of emergency on March 16, April 21, May 20, and June 10, July 9, and August 6, 2021.  The Town Council voted to extend the date of the local emergency declaration on April 13, 2020, and it was further extended on May 11, June 8, July 13, August 11, September 14, October 13, November 9, December 14, 2020, January 11, January 25, February 22, March 22, April 26, and May 24, June 28, July 26, and August 10, 2021.

 

Since the Council’s declaration of emergency, the Governor of the State of Rhode Island has issued 187 further supplemental emergency declarations (as of August 16, 2021) relating to the COVID-19 pandemic, and circumstances continue to be of concern both locally, statewide, and nationwide.  On September 3, 2021, Governor McKee issued Executive Order 21-95 further extending the state of emergency to October 2, 2021.  Therefore, the Town Council deems it prudent to declare that a state of emergency continues to exist in Town, and hereby extends the end date of its emergency declaration from September 4, 2021 to October 2, 2021.  The substance of the Council’s declaration of emergency remains in full force and effect, except to the extent that it has been superseded by an Executive Order of the Governor of the State of Rhode Island.

 

The Council hereby delegates the authority to the Interim Town Manager to take any and all actions deemed necessary to address the ongoing emergency. The Interim Town Manager shall report actions taken pursuant to this emergency declaration to the Council and to the public as soon as practicable, including ongoing updates on the Town’s website.

 

This Ordinance shall take effect immediately and remain in full force and effect until October 12, 2021 unless renewed, modified, or terminated by a subsequent ordinance. Provided, however, that if the statewide state of emergency is not extended by executive order of the Governor of the State of Rhode Island on or before October 2, 2021, this Ordinance shall expire on that date.

 

 

 

Attachment A

 

Boards and Commissions Appointments Report

 

 

The following information reflects the status of those Town boards, commissions and committees which have vacancies, members whose terms are expiring and are eligible for reappointment, and/or applications filed for consideration of appointment. The Town Council may make appointments at any meeting.

 

Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee (7 members; 3 year term)

Vacancy: term expires August 2024 (Joshua Daly resigned upon appointment to the Planning Board)

 

Bicycle – Pedestrian Advisory Committee (minimum 5, maximum 9 members; 2 year term)

Vacancies: two terms expiring July 2023 (William McCusker and Paul Higgins resigned)

Reappointments for terms expiring July 2021: Kenneth Burke, Kateri Collins, David E. Hamel, Jenn Judge and James Vogel wish to be reappointed. It is reported that of 23 meetings held during the current term, Mr. Burke and Ms. Collins attended 23, Mr. Hamel attended 19, Ms. Judge attended 18 and Mr. Vogel attended 17.

Applicant: Lisa-Beth Sanford (applied 7/30/2021)

 

Canvassing Authority (3 members; 6 year term)

Vacancy: term to expire March 2025 (John Patrick Shanley, Jr., deceased)

 

Conservation Commission (7 members; 3 year term)

Reappointments for a term expiring September 2021: David Flanders wishes to be reappointed (to be interviewed 9/13/2021). It is reported that Mr. Flanders attended 28 of the 29 meetings held during the current term. Anne Heffron does not wish to be reappointed.

 

Economic Development Committee (11 members, 3 year term)

Applicant: Susan Walsh (applied 1/14/2021; interviewed 3/8/2021 and appointed to Zoning Board of Review)

 

Historic District Commission (7 members, 3 year term)

Vacancy: term expires December 2021 (James Garfield resigned)

 

Library Board of Trustees (7 members; 3 year term)

Reappointments for terms expiring July 2021: Timothy S. Murphy and Hillary M. Carlson wish to be reappointed (to be interviewed 9/13/2021). It is reported that Mr. Murphy has attended 29 and Ms. Carlson has attended 26 of 30 meetings held during the current term.

Applicants: Stephanie R. Canter (applied 10/7/2020); Joanne Mikolajewski Walsh (applied 10/19/2020)

 

Planning Board (7 members; 3 year term)

Applicants: Michael L. Geremia (applied 6/29/2020; interviewed 10/13/2020 and 6/14/2021); James M. Murdock (applied 05/25/2021; interviewed 6/14/2021)

 

Route 1 Stewardship Plan Development Committee (7 members)

Vacancy (Steve Wood resigned)

Applicant: Thomas J. Daniels (applied 4/21/2021)

 

Route 138 Reconstruction Project Area Committee (11 members; 2 year term)

Vacancies: Ex-officio member of Historic District Commission (James Garfield resigned) and URI representative.

Reappointments for terms expired May 2021: Susan E. Axelrod, Dorald Beasley, Gail Faris, Thomas Marcello, Peter Maynard and William Rosen wish to be reappointed.

 

Saugatucket Veterans’ Memorial Park Commission (5 members; 5 year term)

Vacancy: term expires January 2025 (Mark Spangler deceased)

 

School Building Committee

Applicants: Tim J. LaRose (applied 4/7/2021; did not attend interview on 5/10/2021); Maria Berube (applied 5/10/2021); Michelle Davis (applied 5/10/2021); Cadence Hansen (applied 5/10/2021); Christine Pierce (applied 5/10/2021); Lauren Ralph (applied 5/10/2021)

 

Applicants: Ryan V. Muir (applied 3/5/2021; interviewed 4/12/2021); Brian W. Nelson (applied 3/5/2021; interviewed 4/12/2021); Roland J. Fiore (applied 3/8/2021; interviewed 4/12/2021; withdrew); Robert A. Mohr (applied 3/12/2021; interviewed 4/12/2021); Robert E. Littlefield (applied 3/23/2021; interviewed 4/12/2021); Daniel L. Secone (applied 4/1/2021; interviewed 4/12/2021); Dorald Beasley (applied 4/7/2021; interviewed 4/12/2021); Robert Hicks (applied 4/7/2021; interviewed 4/12/2021; withdrew 7/28/2021); Steve Torbett (applied 4/7/2021; withdrew); Thomas J. Routliffe (applied 4/5/2021; interviewed 5/10/2021); Doug Bates (applied 4/7/2021; interviewed 5/10/2021); Gregory C. Sweet (applied 4/7/2021; interviewed 5/10/2021); Joseph F. Short (applied 4/21/2021; interviewed 5/10/2021, withdrew); Christopher N. Roman (applied 5/5/2021; interviewed 5/10/2021); Charles J. Brown (applied 5/5/2021; interviewed 5/10/2021); Jacy A. Northup (applied 5/5/2021; interviewed 5/10/2021)

 

Statistical Modeling and Analytics Research Tools (SMART) Committee

Two vacancies: (Lauren Weinstock and Jonathan E. Daly-LaBelle resigned)

Applicant: Nathaniel H. Merrill (applied 8/11/2021)

 

Sustainability Committee (7 members)

Vacancy (Hannah Morini resigned)

 

Waterfront Advisory Commission (7 members; 3 year term)

Reappointment for a term expired June 2021: Bruce Laramee wishes to be reappointed (to be interviewed 9/13/2021). It is reported that Mr. Laramee attended 7 of the 26 meeting scheduled in the current term.

Applicant: Nathaniel H. Merrill (applied 8/11/2021)

 

Zoning Board of Review (5 members, 2 alternates; 3 year term)

Vacancy: Alternate #2 for a term expiring March 2023 (Casey Charkowick promoted to full member 4/12/2021)

Impending vacancy for a term expiring March 2023: Richard Jurczak (resigning as of 10/1/2021)

Applicant: Russell W. Brown (applied 9/9/2021)

 

 

 

 

Attachment B

 

 

1.    Manager’s Report dated August 12, 2021

 

2.    Manager’s Report dated August 19, 2021

 

3.    Manager’s Report dated August 26, 2021

 

4.    Manager’s Report dated September 2, 2021

 

5.    Manager’s Report dated September 9, 2021


 

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