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TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA
TOWN OF SOUTH KINGSTOWN
RHODE ISLAND
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
WORK SESSION – 7:00 PM
REGULAR SESSION – 7:30 PM
TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
180 HIGH STREET
WAKEFIELD, RI
TOWN COUNCIL
Rory H. McEntee, President
Abel G. Collins, Vice President
Deborah D. Bergner
Deborah J. Kelso
Jessica L. Rose
James M. Manni, Town Manager
Michael A. Ursillo, Esquire, Town Solicitor
Susan M. Flynn, CMC, Town Clerk
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. Masks are optional, but attendees are asked to 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: 9/8/2022
1. A. WORK SESSION – 7:00 PM 
All items listed on Town Council agenda are subject to discussion.
C. REGULAR SESSION – 7:30 PM
Please be advised that the Council intends to discuss and/or act upon each and every item appearing on this agenda.
2. A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
B. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT
C. ROLL CALL
3. INTRODUCTION OF NEW POLICE COMPASSION DOG, LEO
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
A. Work Session – August 9, 2022
B. Regular Session – August 9, 2022
C. Closed Executive Session – August 9, 2022
5. CONSENT AGENDA
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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.
I. Rule 18: Correspondence to the Town Council shall be placed on the Council agenda only where action by the Council is requested. Correspondence relating to personnel issues or personal matters shall not be placed on the agenda. The Town Clerk shall confer with the Town Manager and/or Town Solicitor where the intent of the correspondence may be unclear. Correspondence not placed on the agenda may be available for public review pursuant to the Access to Public Records Act.
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 a Temporary Mass Gathering Permit to conduct the Wakefield Octoberfest event on Saturday, October 1, 2022 from 10 AM to 11 PM on Main Street between Robinson Street and Kenyon Avenue to The Contemporary Theater Company, 321 Main Street, Wakefield, RI 02879 subject to public safety requirements set by the Building Official and Police Chief. Application by Christopher J. Simpson, President; New.
7. PUBLIC HEARING
A. A Public Hearing relative to proposed amendments to the Town Code, Chapter 12 Offenses and Miscellaneous Provisions, that would add Article III. Cannabis, as follows:
CHAPTER 12
OFFENSES AND MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
ADD:
ARTICLE III. CANNABIS
Sec. 12-36. Definitions
For the purposes of this chapter, “cannabis” shall be defined by R.I. General Laws § 21-28.11-3(6), as amended.
Sec. 12-37. Prohibition Against Cannabis Smoking/Vaporizing in Public Places.
No person shall smoke or vaporize cannabis in public places, including outdoor common areas, parks, beaches, athletic and recreational facilities, and other public spaces.
Sec. 12-38. Enforcement.
Any person who violates the provisions of this chapter may be fined $100 for the first offense, up to $250 for a second offense, and up to $500 for a third offense.
This Ordinance shall take effect upon passage.
8. COMMUNICATIONS
A. An email dated August 3, 2022 from Valerie Speredelozzi requesting a letter of support for a proposed new Spanish language immersion charter school and potential rental of the South Road School building is continued from August 9, 2022, and an email dated September 7, 2022 providing additional details is received, placed on file, and the Town Council further directs .
B. A letter dated August 10, 2022 from Russell Brown tendering his resignation from the Zoning Board of Review is received, placed on file, and the Town Council further directs .
C. An email dated August 18, 2022 from the Exeter Town Council requesting support from the RI League of Cities and Towns for legislation mitigating the negative effects of House Bill H8220 SubA An Act Relating to Taxation – Levy and Assessment of Local Taxes relative to assessment of renewable energy resources is received, placed on file, and the Town Council further directs .
D. A letter dated August 22, 2022 from Joanne Esposito, 300th Anniversary Steering Committee Chair requesting approval for a Town Hall Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, December 17, 2022 is received, placed on file, and the Town Council further directs .
E. An email dated September 7, 2022 from Susan Barbato requesting traffic controls on Old North Road in the Kingston Historic District is received, placed on file, and the Town Council further directs .
(CA) F. 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
10. TOWN MANAGER’S REPORT
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)
12. NEW BUSINESS
A. A resolution adopting a proclamation recognizing September 2022 as Military Suicide Awareness Month in the Town of South Kingstown, as follows:
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 2022 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.
B. A resolution authorizing the Town Clerk to advertise for Order of Notice a Public Hearing to consider proposed amendments to the Town Code, Chapter 12 Offenses and Miscellaneous Provisions, that would add Article IV. Municipal Court and Housing Court, as shown on Exhibit 1 attached hereto.
(CA) C. A resolution authorizing an amendment and extension of an award of bid to CDM Smith Inc. (formerly known as Camp, Dresser and McKee, Inc.), 75 State Street, Suite 701, Boston, MA 02109 for WebGIS Hosting and Technical Support Services in an amount not to exceed $6,200 for FY2023; and as further described in a memorandum from the GIS Administrator to the Town Manager dated August 30, 2022 and entitled “CDM Smith WebGIS Contract Renewal” and a proposal from CDM Smith dated August 5, 2022 and entitled “Proposal for Hosting / GIS Support Services.”
D. A resolution authorizing an award of bid to Turf Robotics, LLC, 1041 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06110 for the purchase of a new GPS robotic line painting machine in accordance with all bid specifications in an amount not to exceed $41,950; and as further described in a memorandum from the Director of Leisure Services to the Town Manager dated September 6, 2022 and entitled “Bid Recommendation, GPS Robotic Line Painting Machine.”
E. A resolution authorizing an amendment to an award of contract originally granted on April 11, 2022 to Clifton Larson Allen, LLP, 1 Capital Way, Cranston, RI 02910 and 29 South Main Street, 4th Floor, West Hartford, CT 06107 for Professional Audit Services to comply with new GASB-87 reporting requirements with respect to leases in an additional amount not to exceed $20,305 for the FY2022 audit, and an additional annual cost thereafter of $5,425; and as further described in a memorandum from the Finance Director to the Town Manager dated September 6, 2022 and entitled “Amend Professional Audit Services Contract – New Reporting Guideline – GASB-87 (Leases).”
F. A resolution authorizing the Tax Assessor to abate taxes in the total amount of $10,454.37, as shown on Tax Abatement Request No. 605.
G. A resolution authorizing the Tax Assessor to abate taxes in the total amount of $26,209.48, as shown on Tax Abatement Request No. 606.
H. A resolution authorizing a Mutual Aid Agreement with the Town of Narragansett for South Kingstown police services in Jerusalem, as shown on Exhibit 2 attached hereto.
(CA) I. 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
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE TOWN CODE
CHAPTER 12
OFFENSES AND MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
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ADD:
ARTICLE IV. MUNICIPAL COURT AND HOUSING COURT
Sec. 12-50. Establishment.
Pursuant to Title 45, Chapter 2, Section 67 of the General Laws of the State of Rhode Island, there is established a Municipal Court and a Housing Court for the Town of South Kingstown. The Court shall commence on July 1, 2023.
Sec. 12-52. Appointment, term and qualifications of Judge.
A. The Municipal Court shall be composed of one Judge appointed by the Town Council for a two-year term to run concurrent with the Council and until a successor is appointed.
B. The Municipal Court Judge shall be a lawyer admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the State of Rhode Island in good standing and shall have not less than ten years of experience in the active practice of law in the State of Rhode Island.
C. The Municipal Court Judge shall not hold any other Town office or Town position during his/her term, whether the same is elected or appointed.
D. The Municipal Court Judge shall not be permitted to appear before any court, board or agency within the Town of South Kingstown and/or the State of Rhode Island, including but not limited to the Town Council, Zoning Board of Review, Planning Board, School Committee, Probate Court, District Court or Superior Court, wherein the matter to be before said court, board or agency concerns a local matter or case.
E. The Housing Court Judge may be, but is not required to be, the same person(s) appointed as Judge of the Municipal Court. The Housing Court Judge shall meet the qualifications and abide by the restrictions outlined above for the Municipal Court Judge.
Sec. 15-53. Municipal Court Clerk/Housing Court Clerk.
A. The Clerk of the Court shall be appointed by the Town Manager to serve for an indefinite term. The Town Manager may appoint such other assistants as may be deemed necessary for the Court to carry out its duties.
B. The Clerk of the Court shall keep a regular docket of all cases disposed of, shall record the judgments, orders and sentences of said Court, and shall furnish certified copies thereof, when required, for which copies said Clerk shall charge the same fees as are allowed by law to be charged by Clerks of the District Court of the State of Rhode Island. The Clerk's office shall be open to the public during such hours as the Court shall determine from time to time.
C. When it is deemed necessary during the absence of the Municipal Court Clerk, the Town Manager may appoint an Acting Municipal Court Clerk who shall meet the same qualifications and shall perform all duties of the Municipal Court Clerk and in the performance of said duties shall have the same effect as if performed by the Municipal Court Clerk.
D. The Clerk may be assigned duties in addition to the duties of Municipal Court Clerk, but in no way shall the additional duties interfere with the primary duties of the Municipal Court Clerk.
E. The Housing Court Clerk may be, but is not required to be, the same person(s) appointed as Clerk of the Municipal Court.
Sec. 15-54. Seal; administering of oaths.
A. The Municipal Court and Housing Court shall have a seal which shall contain such words and devises as the Town Council shall adopt and approve.
B. The Municipal Court Judge and/or the Municipal Court Clerk and the Housing Court Judge and/or the Housing Court Clerk shall have the power to administer oaths and affirmations.
Sec. 15-55. Sessions of Municipal Court and Housing Court.
The Municipal Court and Housing Court shall be considered to be in session at all times and in such place or places in the Town of South Kingstown as said Court or Justice holding said sessions shall so appoint and determine, subject, however, to the provisions that the Court shall hold no less than one session a month in the South Kingstown Town Hall Building on such days, times and in such places to be determined by the Municipal Court Judge and Housing Court Judge.
Sec. 15-56. Jurisdiction of Municipal Court and Housing Court.
A. The Municipal Court shall have original jurisdiction to hear and determine causes involving the violation of any ordinance; provided, however, that any defendant found guilty of any offense, excluding violations outlined in subsection (b) of this section, may, within seven (7) days of conviction, file an appeal from the conviction to the Washington County superior court and be entitled in the latter court to a trial de novo.
B. The Housing Court shall have original jurisdiction to hear and determine causes involving the violation of the zoning ordinances of the town and any violation of the provisions of chapter 24 of this title (the Rhode Island zoning enabling act of 1991); any violation of chapter 24.1 of this title (the historical zoning act); any violation of chapter 24.2 of this title (minimum housing standards act); any violation of chapter 24.3 of this title (housing maintenance and occupancy code); any violation of chapter 23 of this title (subdivision and land development act); any violation of any local South Kingstown ordinance or regulation enacted pursuant to these chapters; and any violation of the provisions of chapter 27.3 of title 23 (the Rhode Island state building code); and any violation of the provisions of those regulations promulgated by the state building code commission entitled SBC-1 Rhode Island state building code; SBC-2 Rhode Island state one and two (2) family dwelling code; SBC-3 Rhode Island state plumbing code; SBC-4 Rhode Island state mechanical code; SBC-5 Rhode Island state electrical code; SBC-6 state property maintenance code; SBC-8 Rhode Island state energy conservation code; and SBC-19 Rhode Island state fuel and gas code; and provided, further, that any party aggrieved by a final judgment, decree, or order of the South Kingstown housing court may, within twenty (20) days after entry of this judgment, decree, or order, file an appeal to the Washington County superior court and be entitled in the latter court to a trial de novo.
C. With respect to violations falling under the jurisdiction of the Housing Court, as outlined in subsection (B) of this section, the Town Council hereby confers upon said Housing Court, in furtherance of the aforementioned jurisdiction, the power to proceed according to equity:
(1) To restrain, prevent, enjoin, abate, or correct a violation;
(2) To order the repair, vacating, or demolition of any dwelling existing in violation;
(3) To otherwise compel compliance with all provisions of said ordinances and statutes; or
(4) To order a dwelling into receivership and to order the removal of any cloud on the title to the building or property that shall be binding upon all those claiming by, through, under, or by virtue of any inferior liens or encumbrances pursuant to chapter 44 of title 34.
Sec. 15-57. Power to impose penalties.
The Municipal Court and Housing Court are empowered to impose a sentence as provided in Chapter 1, Sec. 9, General Penalty; provided, however, that the Courts shall not be empowered to impose imprisonment as a penalty. The Municipal Court and Housing Court shall also have the power to compel the attendance of witnesses and to punish persons for contempt and to authorize and execute search warrants to the extent that the same could be authorized and executed by a Justice of the District Court.
Sec. 15-58. Complaints, warrants and writs.
A. It shall be lawful for the Judge of the Municipal Court and Housing Court to prescribe and vary the form of all complaints, warrants, writs or other process, as to make the same consistent with the organization, style and jurisdiction of said Courts; and such complaints, warrants, writs and other process shall have the same effect, validity, and extent, and be served, obeyed, enforced and returned, in the same manner and by the same officers, as if issued from the District Courts; and they may be served by any officer or official of the Town who is authorized to serve process in civil or criminal cases.
B. In all cases involving motor vehicle violations, the Municipal Court shall operate in a manner consistent with RIGL Title 31, Chapter 41.1, and with the procedures of the traffic tribunal of the district court. In all other cases, the Municipal Court and Housing Court shall operate under the state district court rules of civil or criminal procedure, as amended; provided, however, that a case may be charged either by complaint, or by summons or citation issued by the authorized officer or official of the Town at the discretion of the Municipal Court Judge or Housing Court Judge.
Sec. 15-59. Costs.
The Municipal Court and Housing Court shall be authorized to tax costs in the same manner as those taxed by the District Courts of the State of Rhode Island. The payment of said costs shall be a part of the sentence to the extent that the same would be in the District Courts. All payments of costs shall be deposited in the general fund of the Town of South Kingstown.
Sec. 15-60. Temporary disability or disqualification; Acting Judge; qualifications and duties.
In the event of the temporary disability or disqualification of the Judge of the Municipal Court and/or Housing Court so that he or she is unable to perform his or her duties, the Council may appoint an Acting Judge to serve during such temporary disability or disqualification and until such disability or disqualification shall cease. An Acting Municipal Court Judge and/or Housing Court Judge must meet the same qualifications and shall perform all duties of the Municipal Court Judge and/or Housing Court Judge and, in the performance of said duties, shall have the same effect as if performed by the Municipal Court Judge or Housing Court Judge.
Sec. 15-61. Compensation of Judge.
The compensation of the Municipal Court Judge and Housing Court Judge shall be set by the Town Council of the Town from time to time and in the sole discretion of the Town Council.
Sec. 15-62. Contempt of Court.
The Municipal Court and Housing Court may punish any contempt of its authority by fine as provided in Chapter 1, Sec. 9, General Penalty; provided, however, that the Courts shall not be empowered to impose imprisonment as a penalty for contempt.
Sec. 15-63. Filing of complaints.
Subject to any other provisions of law relative to the filing of complaints for particular crimes, any Judge of the Municipal Court may place on file any complaint in a criminal case other than a complaint against a person who has been convicted of a felony or a private complaint. The Court may, in its discretion, require as a condition of such filing the performance of services for the public good or may attach such other conditions thereto as such Court shall determine. If no action is taken on such complaint for a period not to exceed one year following such filing, such complaint shall be automatically quashed and destroyed. Filing of complaints shall not be available for violations of laws/ordinances under the jurisdiction of the Municipal Court.
Sec. 15-64. Failure to appear.
Failure to appear in answer to a summons, subpoena or complaint may be punished by a fine not over $50.
Sec. 15-65. Bail Commissioners; qualifications.
A. Bail Commissioners. The Judge of the Municipal Court shall from time to time appoint, with power to revoke such appointments, Bail Commissioners who shall be authorized to set and take bail, in all complaints bailable before the Municipal Court, from all respondents arrested on such complaints, and such Municipal Court Judge shall authorize the Bail Commissioners, as appointed by him or her, to issue warrants and complaints to the Municipal Court for any offense for which, by law, the Municipal Court Judge may issue a warrant and complaint, and all warrants as issued, and all complaints upon which bail is taken as aforesaid, shall be forthwith returned to the Municipal Court, provided that such Bail Commissioners shall not in any case or for any purpose have the power to issue search warrants.
B. Qualifications. A Bail Commissioner shall be an attorney at law in good standing who has been admitted to the practice of law in this state.
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This ordinance shall take effect upon passage.
Exhibit 2
MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT
BETWEEN SOUTH KINGSTOWN AND NARRAGANSETT
WHEREAS, the General Assembly enacted an Act relating to the Jurisdiction of the Police Departments of Narragansett and South Kingstown; and
WHEREAS, the police officers of the Town of South Kingstown pursuant to said act have police powers in that portion of Narragansett commonly called Jerusalem; and
WHEREAS, the Towns are desirous of entering into an agreement for South Kingstown to police the Jerusalem areas.
NOW THEREFORE, the Town of Narragansett and the Town of South Kingstown, for consideration of the mutual agreements herein contained, do hereby covenant and agree as follows:
1. The Town of South Kingstown hereby agrees to annually provide total police coverage in the Village of Jerusalem to include routine police patrols, responding to all complaints and calls for service, and conducting investigations associated with complaints.
2. The term of the agreement shall be for a three-year period from the date set forth above and may be renewed biennially by mutual agreement of the parties. This agreement may be terminated by either party by providing 30 days' notice to the other party. The consideration set forth in Paragraph 5 shall be pro-rated if the agreement is terminated prior to the end of the term.
3. Police reports generated by the South Kingstown Police in Jerusalem will be made available to the Narragansett Police Chief.
4. The South Kingstown Police will enforce all traffic and parking regulations in the Village of Jerusalem and forward any suggested amendments to parking regulations to the Narragansett Police Chief and/or the State Traffic Commission for consideration.
5. The Town of Narragansett shall pay to the Town of South Kingstown the sum of Eight Thousand Dollars {$8,000.00} per annum subject to the annual rate being adjusted based on actual documented costs.
6. The Town of Narragansett agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Town of South Kingstown, its municipal departments, employees, town officials, and agents from any and all loss, liability, costs, damage, expenses, and claims of any kind which may hereinafter be incurred, suffered, or sustained in connection with the services performed by the Town of South Kingstown in the Village of Jerusalem, pursuant to the terms and conditions of this agreement, except for any and all losses, liabilities, costs, damages, expenses and/or claims that are related to the gross negligence or willful misconduct of the Town of South Kingstown or the South Kingstown Police Department.
7. The Town of South Kingstown agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Town of Narragansett, its municipal departments, employees, town officials, and agents from any and all losses, liabilities, costs, damages, expenses, and/or claims of any kind which may hereinafter be incurred, suffered, or sustained related to the gross negligence or willful misconduct of the Town of South Kingstown or the South Kingstown Police Department in connection with the services performed by the Town of South Kingstown in the Village of Jerusalem, pursuant to the terms and conditions of this agreement.
8. This agreement encompasses the entire agreement between the parties, and supersedes all previous understandings and agreements between the parties, whether oral or written.
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)
Vacancies: terms expire August 2025 (Kenneth Burke, Liz Karp, and Alicia Johnson resigned)
Assessment Board of Review (3 members, 1 alternate; 3 year term)
Vacancy: Alternate member term expires January 2024 (Bradford Hevenor appointed to full member to fill the term of William Salerno)
Bicycle – Pedestrian Advisory Committee (minimum 5, maximum 9 members; 2 year term)
Vacancies: terms expire July 2023 (Jenn Judge and Kateri Collins resigned)
Applicant: Thomas Hogan (applied 9/6/2022)
Conservation Commission (7 members; 3 year term)
Vacancy: term expires September 2024 (Anne Heffron did not wish to be reappointed) Reappointments for terms to expire September 2022: Christopher O’Connor does not wish to be reappointed. J. Vernon Wyman wishes to be reappointed (to be interviewed 9/26/2022). It is reported that Mr. Wyman has attended 25 of 27 meetings held since his appointment.
Applicant: John J. McGinn (applied 2/20/2022; interviewed 3/14/2022)
Economic Development Committee (11 members, 3 year term)
Vacancy: term expires March 2023 (Marc Levitt resigned)
Historic District Commission (7 members; 3 year term)
Vacancy: term expires December 2022 (Karen DaSilva resigned)
Applicant: David Hill (applied 9/1/2022; to be interviewed 9/26/2022)
Planning Board (7 members; 3 year term)
Applicants: William Eden (applied 5/23/2022; interviewed 6/13/2022); and Ellen Noordzy (applied 6/7/2022; interviewed 6/13/2022).
Route 1 Stewardship Plan Development Committee (7 members)
Vacancy: Route 1 business owner (Steve Wood resigned)
Applicant: John J. McGinn (applied 2/20/2022; interviewed 3/14/2022)
Route 138 Reconstruction Project Area Committee (11 members; 2 year term)
Vacancies: terms expire May 2023 (Peter Maynard did not wish to be reappointed; James Garfield, Ex-officio member of Historic District Commission resigned; and URI representative)
Saugatucket Veterans’ Memorial Park Commission (5 members; 5 year term)
Vacancy: Vietnam Veteran term expires January 2025 (Mark Spangler deceased)
Statistical Modeling and Analytics Research Tools (SMART) Committee
Two vacancies: (Lauren Weinstock and Jonathan E. Daly-LaBelle resigned)
Sustainability Committee (7 members)
Two vacancies: (Angela Tuoni and Chris Hubbard resigned)
Trustees of the South Kingstown School Funds (5 members; 5 year term)
Vacancy: term expires June 2027 (Carol Vetter resigned due to appointment to the School Committee)
Waterfront Advisory Commission (7 members; 3 year term)
Vacancy: term expires June 2025: (Barry Ennis did not wish to be reappointed)
Zoning Board of Review (5 members, 2 alternates; 3 year term)
Vacancy: Alternate #2 for a term expiring March 2023
Applicant: John J. McGinn (applied 2/20/2022; interviewed 3/14/2022)