STATE OF RHODE ISLAND AND PROVIDENCE PLANTATIONS
COUNTY OF NEWPORT
At a meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Tiverton, County and State aforesaid, held at the Tiverton Town Hall, 343 Highland Road, on the 12th day of December 2016 A.D. at 7:0 0 p.m.
President Chabot opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
| Roll Call: | Joan B. Chabot - President | John G. Edwards, V | Patricia M. Hilton |
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| Denise M. deMedeiros – Vice President (late) | Randy J. Lebeau | Joseph C. Perry, Jr. |
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| Christine E. Ryan |
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Town Administrator, Matthew Wojcik and Town Solicitors Peter Skwirz and Anthony DeSisto (later arrival) were also present.
Approval of Consent Agenda:
All items listed with “(CA) “are to be considered routine by the Town Council and will ordinarily 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 and the Town Council President permits, in which event the item will be removed from Consent Agenda (CA) consideration and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda.
Council President Chabot read the items on the Consent Agenda. President Chabot requested removal of item CA3a, Correspondence from Liz Cottrell.
Councilor deMedeiros made a motion to Approve the rest of the items on the Consent Agenda. The motion, seconded by Councilor Edwards passed unanimously.
The Consent Agenda was as follows:
A-1-Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings:
a. Approval of Regular Council Meeting Minutes of November 29, 2016
b. Approval of Executive Session Minutes November 29, 2016
A-2-Receipt of Minutes from the Following Boards, Commissions:
a. Open Space (6)
A-3-Correspondence – Receive and File
b. Kimberly J. Waltz, 18 Shore Road – Regarding Scaduto Complaint Letter
c. Open Government Summit 101 – Community College of RI, Warwick Campus January 9, 2017 - 9 a.m. to 12 noon
d. State Planning Council – Notice of Hearing & Public comment for Rulemaking on Tuesday, December 20th at 5:30 in Providence
A-4-Town Administrator – Department Monthly Reports for November
A-5-Town Administrator – Police and Fire Department Overtime Reports for November
A3a- Liz Cottrell, 1696 Fish Road Regarding Councilor Chabot’s Participation in a Discussion and Vote on Councilor Lebeau’s Shooting Range License
President Chabot read a statement relative to her husband who is retired and works part time in Providence. Mr. Chabot is not employed by Sakonnet River Outfitters, volunteers his time as a Range Safety Officer. The Chabot’s hold a paid family range membership; have NRA Range Safety Officer certifications and volunteer their time. There is no compensation of any kind, no investment or loans to Mr. Lebeau of any kind. Councilor Chabot has discussed this with the Solicitor and is working on a request for an advisory opinion from the Ethics Commission.
Councilor deMedeiros made a motion to Accept item A3a, seconded by Councilor Edwards passed unanimously.
Barbara Pelletier, Arts Council Chair had placed a Candy Cane Pony ornament, made by the members of the Arts Council, for the Tree Lighting. The turnout was much lighter than expected so Mrs. Pelletier has placed a basket of ornaments on the table in the rear of the Chambers and will bring more to the Library. Mrs. Pelletier planned to start this as an annual tradition. President Chabot thanked Mrs. Pelletier for a great job; praised the Recreation Commission for their participation with this event. Linda Larsen, Fire Department Retention Committee brought to the Council’s attention the portion of the Town Administrator report relative to the Fire Department section. Three members of the department resigned to take jobs elsewhere going from 56 to a 42 hour work week with more pay. These are seasoned, trained firemen; offers were made to three others who declined citing the above reasons. Ms. Larsen encouraged the Council to put on the next agenda to address this critical concern.
American Heart Association and Department of Health – Presentation of Heart Safe Community Award
Fire Department Chief Robert Lloyd explained this was a whole community award with EMS, Fire Police and Schools to enhance the ability of essential services to help counteract pre-cardiac arrests. EMS Working Group Chief John Potvin along with Michele Baron McGee, Department of Health Center for Community Care, congratulated Tiverton on being the 14th community in RI to receive this award. The program is designed to improve the chances of surviving a cardiac event and recognize the effort to improve chances. The goal is to increase training in CPR and the number of AED’s. Mr. Potvin recognized Chief Lloyd, Superintendent of Schools William Rearick, Middle School Principal Laurie Dias Mitchell and Middle School Nurse Laura Rocca. Mr. Potvin presented Chief Lloyd with Heart Safe Traffic Signs, a round of applause followed. Chief Lloyd recognized Dave Paul, Barrington Firefighter and Tiverton resident who put the grant together. Chief Lloyd was waiting for a representative from In A Heartbeat who will be giving an AED to the Tiverton Library, via the Tiverton Little League. President Chabot thanked them all for their hard work, shows how a community can pull together.
NON ADVERTISED LICENSES:
1. Jason Kobelecki, 135 Caribou Way, Tiverton – Request Renewal of Private Detective License Subject to Meeting All Legal Requirements to December 2017
The Town Clerk noted this was just for the annual renewal.
Councilor Edwards made a motion to Approve the Renewal of Private Detective License for Jason Kobelecki, 135 Caribou Way, Tiverton Subject to Meeting All Legal Requirements to December 2017. The motion seconded by Councilor deMedeiros passed unanimously.
Appointments
1. Cemetery Commission – One Vacancy – Unexpired Term to 4/15/2018
Alfred F. Almeida, Jr., 434 Bulgarmarsh Road
Mr. Almeida applied at the urging of the Cemetery Superintendent; a licensed funeral director since 1974, Mr. Almeida believes he can assist with Cemetery planning and expertise. Councilor deMedeiros asked the Solicitor if there would be a conflict of interest. Mr. Almeida spoke to Andrew Correia, Director of Inspections at DOH who did not see a conflict. Solicitor DeSisto requested this be continued to next week so he can contact the Ethics Commission.
Councilor deMedeiros made a motion to Continue the Cemetery Commission appointment to December 19 meeting. The motion, seconded by Councilor Edwards passed unanimously.
2. Planning Board – One Vacancy – Unexpired Term to 7/15/17
a. David Perry, 78 Bramble Way
Mr. Perry was on the Town Council for the past two years, former Chair and member of the Budget Committee for 12 years and on the Personnel Board before that. Mr. Perry has followed the Planning Board closely for the last two years, looking to bring common sense to that Board. In response to Councilor Hilton’s questions, Mr. Perry believed there would be a learning curve just like any other board; has been learning how to read plans. Mr. Perry is retired and would have the time to devote to the Board. Councilor Lebeau questioned if anyone else has applied; the Town Clerk just received an application this morning. President Chabot , as with all candidates asked if Mr. Perry was familiar with the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinances, Land Use and Subdivision Regulations; Mr. Perry affirmed he had including the current Comp Plan.
b. Brett Pelletier, 34 Evans Avenue
The Town Clerk handed out an updated resume for Mr. Pelletier. Mr. Pelletier is the Chief Operating Officer for Kirk & Company, Real Estate Counselors that provides appraisal, valuation, market analysis and counseling services for real estate investors. Mr. Pelletier has been doing this for over 11 years; does a lot of land use analysis, advise non-profits on re-use for buildings and develop strategies. Mr. Pelletier has attended Planning Board meetings, was familiar with the Charter, Comp Plan, zoning regulations and land use subdivision regulations. Councilor Lebeau’s goal was to rebuild the Planning Board; not ready to vote on this tonight. Mr. Pelletier believed he could help the Town as the Board going forward will be faced with increasing complexity that takes a lot of time and energy. President Chabot received numerous emails in support of Mr. Pelletier, did forward them to the Clerk. Councilors deMedeiros and Hilton also received emails in support of Mr. Pelletier. Mr. Pelletier served on the Land Use Improvements Committee, Grinnells’ Beach Improvement Committee and Chairs the Stone Bridge committee. The Planning Board is time consuming it does not nearly have the scope of the Town Council. President Chabot noted this appointment will be on the next meeting; requests to be on the next agenda close on Wednesday.
1. Approval of Conservation Easement for Longplex
a.Approval of Conservation Easement
b.Approval of Town Council Resolution Approving Purchase and Sales Agreement for Parcel B
c.Map and Town Planner Marc Rousseau’s Memorandum and Recommendation
Town Planner Marc Rousseau explained the Planning Board had approved the subdivision plan; one condition was the approval of a conservation easement before the final plan is recorded. Open space has been incorporated into the total space to accommodate the 127,000 square foot building footprint and the parking setbacks. The access easement is just for emergency vehicles. President Chabot noted back in November the Seller’s affidavit, conservation easement and deed were signed by then Councilor deMedeiros who was Council President at that time. President Chabot questioned if this was just for approval of the Resolution and it those documents have to change. Solicitor DeSisto affirmed this Resolution was just for parcel B and the documents have to be amended. In terms of this Resolution the property owner needs this for title, this will serve as corporate authority; opined the Council President had to sign it. Councilor Hilton questioned the language in the conservation easement regarding prohibitive uses; expressly prohibits buildings. Councilor Hilton requested a clarification on improvements vs buildings. The Solicitor explained even a parking lot or gravel parking lot would be considered an improvement. President Chabot recapped; the Council needs to approve the Resolution marked E-1a&b; it needs to be amended to change Denise M. deMedeiros to Joan B. Chabot, Council President. Solicitor DeSisto affirmed. President Chabot called for a motion.
Councilor deMedeiros made a motion to Approve the Resolution marked E-1a&b; and be amended to change Denise M. deMedeiros to Joan B. Chabot, Council President. The motion, seconded by Councilor Edwards passed unanimously.
2. Distribution of Boards & Commissions – Liaisons
Councilor Hilton questioned being a liaison to the Grinnell’s Beach Improvement Committee as she is one of two Councilors on that committee. Councilor deMedeiros agreed as both are voting members, don’t need liaisons. Councilor Lebeau requested to be a liaison to the Casino subcommittee and the Police Retention Committee. Councilor deMedeiros suggested that subcommittee for Casino did not need liaisons as the Council President and two other Councilors are members of that committee. The Town Clerk will remove the two just discussed from the liaison list; others were removed prior to this list. Councilor Hilton will take Fogland Beach Oversight Committee, Councilor deMedeiros Historic -Preservation Advisory Board, Councilor Ryan – Open Space; President Chabot requested her name be removed from Police Pension as only one Councilor can be on that and Councilor Edwards has expertise in that topic had already volunteered. Councilor Hilton will take Tree Commission and Councilor Lebeau will take Police Retention. President Chabot noted the Town Clerk will update the list and put on the website.
3. Councilor Hilton – Approval of Amended Resolution for Grinnell’s Beach Improvement Committee
Councilor Hilton explained when the Council created this committee, members of boards and commissions were named. During the course of the last few years some members have come and gone or moved around. Melissa Hutchinson was the Economic Development representative and has since been appointed to the Planning Board. Councilor Hilton requested the Council consider a few additions and to appoint Brett Pelletier from the Stone Bridge Committee in order to continue with the same group. As the Town Council rep Councilor Hilton would continue as Chair, Dave Stewart from Harbor Commission as Vice Chair, Melissa Hutchinson from Planning Board, Brian Janes from Open Space, Brett Pelletier from Stone Bridge Abutment Committee, the Town Administrator and Town Planner as ex officios. The Grinnell’s Beach would also like to have three at large members as they need to do some private fundraising, Liz Colbert has attended meetings from the start and will take the lead on the private fundraising, Susan Gill has also volunteered to help with this and Martha Moore is a talented landscape architect who has volunteered to do drawings of the sand garden area. President Chabot noted normally this would go out for advertising and interview for positions; affirmed with the Solicitor because these people have specific skill sets that meet the needs of the commission there won’t have to be advertising. President Chabot questioned the sunset clause; states at the completion of the project, suggested adding as identified by the Town Council. Solicitor DeSisto suggested adding the phrase as determined by the Town Council right after completion of the project.
Councilor Hilton made a motion to Amend the Resolution for the Grinnell’s Beach Improvement Committee as identified in agenda item E3. The motion, seconded by Councilor deMedeiros passed unanimously.
Adopted Resolution attached at end of minutes.
Councilor Hilton requested the Administrator check with Recreation to see if a rep could be named.
4. Councilor Ryan – Approval of Amended Council Casino Subcommittee Resolution to Reflect Recent Changes Brought About by the Approval of the Casino in Tiverton – Redlined and Clean Copy
Councilor Ryan requested the Council consider amending the Casino resolution as the sunset time has passed and need to have discussions about revenue and a host agreement. Councilor Ryan wished to be on this committee; the membership listed the Council President, two Councilors, two members each from the Budget and School Committees, Town Solicitor, Town Administrator and State Representative Jay Edwards. Solicitor DeSisto suggested moving the original resolution as attached.
Councilor Ryan made a motion to Amend the Resolution as shown in item E4 attachment. The motion was seconded by Councilor Lebeau, discussion followed. Councilor Ryan further amended the resolution to add 1 to 3 members of the public appointed to this subcommittee and clarify to meet monthly and report to the Town Council every two months. Councilor deMedeiros seconded for discussion.
Councilor deMedeiros suggested the members of the public be a specific number, suggested two; questioned if they would be voting members. Solicitor DeSisto explained this resolution would expand the number of ex officio members; the only members that vote are the Town Council as this is a subcommittee of Council. Councilor Ryan was expanding on the resolution since the casino was now approved; noting the subcommittee can meet with Twin River reps and set priorities regarding revenue. Solicitor DeSisto suggested having a separate motion to have the Town Clerk or designee be designated as Clerk of this committee so agendas and minutes can be posted. Solicitor DeSisto noted two things, questions about how the funds are allocated; in the other town it’s done by ordinance. A host agreement would have to be voted on by the Town Council which is how those come into play. The other questions about licensing are Town Council issues that would focus on this specialty use in the Town. President Chabot recapped, on the attachment for Membership under the letter c, changing to Two Members of the Budget Committee ex officio, under letter d changing to One Member of the School Committee ex officio, under letter e The Town Administrator ex officio, under letter f, The Town Solicitor ex officio, under letter g, State Representative John Edwards ex officio and adding letter h, 3 members of the public ex officio. For item 3 the Sub-committee shall report monthly to the Town Council on a bi-monthly basis. Councilor Ryan suggested that wording be every two months not bi-monthly. Clerk being added would be letter h under membership as ex officio. Solicitor DeSisto noted the Town Clerk would be the Clerk of the committee.
Councilor Edwards further amended the motion for number 4 to strike that language and put the subcommittee shall cease to exist upon further resolution of the Town Council. Councilor deMedeiros seconded this further amended motion. Councilor Edwards noted the committee was specifically tasked with the apportionment of the money, ultimately that rests with the Town Council. Jeff Caron opined the FTR vote would dictate the expenditures. The motion on the amendments passed unanimously.
President Chabot noted Council membership would be taken on the next agenda.
Amended Resolution attached at end of minutes.
At this point President Chabot deviated from the agenda for the presentation of an AED. David Paul introduced Mike Papalli, founder of “In a Heartbeat” who is a cardiac arrest survivor. This 1.5 year old foundation has donated 12 AED to various municipalities and organizations and money for research as well. Mr. Papalli appreciated the Council accepting the device; the foundation mission is to prevent sudden death from cardiac arrest. President Chabot thanked Mr. Papalli, a round of applause followed. Greg Jones, Library Trustees Chair noted this device would be used at the Library, thanked Mr. Papalli and the In A Heartbeat Foundation for the donation. President Chabot noted the Library was right next to the Recreation Area; thanked Mr. Papalli so much.
5. Town Administrator – Essex Library
a.Response to Councilors Concerns Regarding Peter Scotti’s Appraisal
b.Recommendation and Possible Vote on Sale of Building
Administrator Wojcik explained the brief memo had an attachment from Peter Scotti in response to the points raised by Brett Pelletier. Mr. Scotti has reached a conclusion that the market value would be between $260 to 280K. The appraisal is a public record, the T/A recommendation is to list with a professional, would be better than a sealed bid auction. Would like to have someone with expertise marketing the building and with rehab projects. A sealed bid auction would commit the Town to one price. President Chabot recapped, the T/A was asking to go out for an RFQ to engage a real estate broker to market this property. The T/A noted, under number 3 of the memo he would be directed to come back to the Council with an RFQ for December 19. The T/A was asking for authority to go for a sealed bid, live auction or listing with a broker. President Chabot noted the Town has not had much success with sealed bids. The President called for a motion.
Councilor deMedeiros made a motion to Direct the Town Administrator to prepare documents for an RFQ/RFP for December 19. The motion was seconded by Councilor Edwards, some discussion followed. Councilor Hilton suggested when the price comes up in the discussion with the agent it should be noted this is a unique property. The T/A explained the appraisal established the base value; President Chabot suggested it could be written into the RFQ. Renee Jones was concerned about the historic nature of the building and the maintenance. President Chabot explained this was only to get an agent to market the building. Jeff Caron recalled asking when this came up in August about not attaching stipulations; the building is supposed to be sold at fair market value, asking the Council not to include stipulations that may decrease the value. President Chabot repeated this is just to get an agent. The motion passed unanimously.
6. Town Administrator – Update on Paving List Project to Date
Administrator Wojcik noted the list was already finalized, this was just an update. The last third of King Road going to Crandall Road was done. The portion of East King Road in Tiverton was finished; Brayton Road culvert was patched, cold planed and restored to level. The T/A complimented the contractor on Bolduc’s Lane; Hancock Street was done from Perry (Fall River side) to Lake. Old Bulgarmarsh Road was done twice, the DPW caught it, was not done right the first time. The invoices have not been received yet, only plan to pay once. Half of the paving budget has been spent; Quintal and North Brayton will be done in the summer when school is not in session. As far as Cynthia Avenue a question arose about having Steere Engineering check out that road; Steere advised not to pave, will provide a more detailed report regarding the drainage options. After having discussions with some residents it appears the former DPW Director promised the resident of Prospect Street that it would be paved. This is a very small street running from St. Christopher’s down to Main Road; it is a Town road, may be able to use some of the paving contingency funds that are left after all the other projects are done. The T/A affirmed the paving is over and done for the winter.
7. Town Administrator - Update on Seaside Gas Station Demolition and Grinnell’s Beach Project
The T/A explained the asbestos abatement has been completed, DPW workers are stripping anything of value out of the building. At 7:45 am this Wednesday there will be an informal ceremony to tear the building down; this will be done in-house and the DPW will use the crushed concrete blocks for the roadway at the Landfill. The DPW will not be involved with the demolition of the playground, need assents from CRMC (Coastal Resources Management Council). The assent application permit will be completed by Civil Engineering Concepts, looking to a spring completion.
There were no items for this topic on the agenda.
1. Town Administrator – Request Authorization for PAYT Holiday Week After Christmas Beginning Tuesday, December 27 Through Saturday, December 31.
President Chabot noted this has been done every year at this time, allows residents to include up to two (2) non Pay As You Throw (PAYT) trash bags during that week; President Chabot called for a motion.
Councilor Edwards made a motion to Approve the week after Christmas beginning Tuesday, December 27 through Saturday, December 31 to be a PAYT trash bag holiday. The motion, seconded by Councilor Perry passed unanimously.
2. Town Administrator – Request Approval for DPW Surplus/Salvage Sale
President Chabot recalled, in the past cost more to advertise than what it was worth, should just sell or salvage. The T/A has received some interest, noted these are not road worthy vehicles; looking for authorization to sell, will put on the website.
Councilor Perry made a motion to put on the Website for Sale of Surplus Property and Authorize the Town Administrator to dispose of as needed. The motion, seconded by Councilor deMedeiros passed unanimously.
3. Town Clerk – Request Approval of Extension of Bay Street Moratorium to June 30, 2017
Councilor deMedeiros made a motion to Approve the Extension of Bay Street Moratorium to June 30, 2017. The motion, seconded by Councilor Chabot passed unanimously.
4. Councilor deMedeiros – Town Administrator Update on FY16/17 Budget Regarding Trash Collection
Councilor deMedeiros noted the Town Council was able to find enough to fund trash collection until the end of December; requested the Town Administrator to come up with a plan. The T/A explained after the original budget was cut it left $144,697. Two transfers were done to get through several months of service; long term bond savings of $111,456 and the unused salary of the vacant DPW Director position for $40k bringing that up to $296,153 to get through six months of service. The T/A asked the contractor to discontinue yard waste for a $40k savings. Trying to get to $600k; found 46 accounts from which funds can be transferred to arrive at the full amount will ask for transfers at the proper time. The largest of these accounts is Council Contingency at $69,786; propose taking $50k from that account. There were two part time positions in the budget that have not been filled; a one half positon in the Treasurer’s office and the Municipal Court clerk. The T/A proposed not doing any more drainage projects, can take $40k from that account, most of these transfers are a one-time gain. This contract ends June 30, 2017; need to do an RFP very soon. This contract has not gone out to bid for a very long time; had three extensions that were negotiated into the contract. The T/A had talked to other vendors, suggested recycling every other week or changing routes to four days. The T/A will have transfers for the December 19 meeting; expects to have an RFP for early February.
5. Councilor deMedeiros – Budget FY 17/18 Process, Timeline and Workshops Including Possible Vote on Percentage for Budget Increase
Councilor deMedeiros requested getting the Budget before the January 15 deadline; last year received it the day before the Budget Committee (BC) got it. Councilor deMedeiros suggested directing the T/A to go as low as possible suggesting no higher than a 1% increase; if higher then justify that increase and go through the priorities. Councilor Hilton agreed but would also like to see line items identified as non-negotiable or fixed by contract. Councilor Hilton also requested other items be identified as having a cost benefit. President Chabot requested seeing the trade –offs from what the Department heads would be requesting and the percentage amount. Councilor deMedeiros proposed having a meeting on Wednesday, January 4 just for the Budget. Town Clerk Mello noted the Zoning Board was meeting at the Town Hall on that date, will check what’s available between the Library and Senior Center; affirmed this would be a special meeting on the Budget at 7:00 pm. The T/A questioned if the 1% was from the tax levy or the municipal budget. Councilor deMedeiros explained the 1% would be from the Council municipal budget. The T/A wanted to be clear the Council is not just responsible for the municipal budget; the School bond proceeds become part of the budget. The proceeds if the work begins this year will come out of next year’s budget, estimated it would be $600k cut to the municipal budget. President Chabot recapped; there will be a special meeting on the budget on January 4 at 7pm, location to be determined. A joint meeting will be held with the BC, SC during the week of January 9 at the High School library: Councilor Edwards preferred January 10 or 11.
Councilor deMedeiros made a motion to direct the Town Administrator to prepare a Municipal Budget that is no more than 1%. The motion, seconded by Councilor Edwards passed on a vote of 6-1, Councilor Lebeau opposed.
6. Councilor deMedeiros – Town Administrator Report on Progress Regarding DPW Director and Senior Director Hiring
The T/A explained 10 applications were received for Senior Center Director, settled on three during the preliminary screening. There were 2 applications received for DPW Director after an extensive and expensive recruitment; both will be interviewed. Interviews will be conducted on Tuesday and Wednesday; the T/A was grateful to the members of the Personnel Board; on behalf of the Town thanked Jim Camara and the rest of the committee. The T/A plans to place these on the next agenda if all the documents are in place.
1. Town Administrator – Request Award of Bid for Fire Station 1 on East Road Furnace Replacement for $24,860 to Valcourt Heating, Tiverton, RI
The T/A explained only one bid were received well within the budget. The furnace has a crack in it, needs to be replaced. The circulator is going to be saved as that was replaced last year.
Councilor Edwards made a motion to Approve the Award of Bid for Fire Station 1 on East Road Furnace Replacement for $24,860 to Valcourt Heating, Tiverton, RI. The motion, seconded by Councilor deMedeiros passed unanimously.
1. Trash and Recycling Collection For Monday, December 26th and Monday, January 2nd
The T/A reminded people the Holidays fall over the weekends, trash will not be collected on Monday, December 26 or Monday, January 2; trash will be collected one day late for these two weeks.
There were no Council announcements.
There were no Solicitor items or announcements.
1. Approval of Town Council Meeting Schedule for 2017
There were no suggested changes or alteration to the 2017 Town Council Meeting Schedule.
Councilor Perry made a motion to Approve the Town Council Meeting Schedule for 2017. The motion, seconded by Councilor deMedeiros passed unanimously.
1. Town Administrator – 42-46-5(a) (1) – Personnel - Distribution of Tax Assessor, David Robert’s Annual Evaluation – Notice Given
2. Solicitor - Litigation – 42-46-5(a) (2) – Tiverton Police Department – Lt. Panell
3. Councilor deMedeiros – 42-46-5(a) (5) – Open Space Acquisition
4. Councilor deMedeiros – 42-46-5(a) (4) – Investigation
Councilor deMedeiros made a motion to go into Closed Executive Session pursuant to 42-46-5(a) (1) -
Town Administrator – Personnel - Distribution of Tax Assessor, David Robert’s Annual Evaluation – Notice Given. The motion, seconded by Councilor Hilton passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
Councilor deMedeiros made a motion to go into Closed Executive Session pursuant to 42-46-5(a) (2) - Solicitor - Litigation – Tiverton Police Department – Lt. Panell. The motion, seconded by Councilor Edwards passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
Councilor deMedeiros made a motion to go into Closed Executive Session pursuant to 42-46-5(a) (5) - Councilor deMedeiros – Open Space Acquisition. The motion, seconded by Councilor Edwards passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
Councilor deMedeiros made a motion to go into Closed Executive Session pursuant to 42-46-5(a) (4) -
Councilor deMedeiros – Investigation. The motion, seconded by Councilor Edwards passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
Council entered into Executive Session at approximately 9:15 p.m.
Council returned to Open Session at approximately 11:45 p.m.
In open session Council President Chabot announce items #1, 3 and 4 had no formal action.
Item #2 regarding Tiverton Police Department – Lt. Panell – Councilor Edwards motioned, seconded by Councilor Perry to directed Attorney Cavazza and Attorney Bernardo to act in accordance with the discussion held in executive session. Motion passed 5 to 2 on roll call vote. Councilors deMedeiros and Hilton opposed.
Councilor deMedeiros motioned to seal the minutes of executive session. Councilor Hilton seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
Councilor deMedeiros motioned to adjourn, seconded by Councilor Lebeau. The motion passed unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at approximately 11:55p.m.
A True Copy. ATTEST:
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Nancy L. Mello, Town Clerk