STATE OF RHODE ISLAND, COUNTY OF NEWPORT
The Town Council of the Town of Tiverton, County and State aforesaid held a Regular Council Meeting on
Monday, July 26, 2021 at 7:00 at the Tiverton Town Hall, 343 Highland Road. Note: A portion of the meeting
[6. PUBLIC HEARINGS (ADVERTISED)] - will also be virtual via Zoom.
Council President deMedeiros called the meeting to order with the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
Members present
| Council President deMedeiros | Council Vice President Burk | Council Edwards |
| Councilor Janick | Councilor Vieira | |
| Councilor Cook | Councilor Perry | |
Town Administrator Cotta, Solicitor Marcello, Clerk Chabot and Deputy Clerk Veegh were also present.
BUSINESS BROUGHT BEFORE THE COUNCIL
Council President deMedeiros read the items on the Consent Agenda.
Note 3: All items listed within the Consent Agenda are to be considered routine by 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 for separate consideration later on the agenda.
A. Approval of Town Council Minutes
1. June 28, 2021 – Regular Session (Councilors Cook, Perry and Vieira abstain, absent)
B. Acknowledge Receipt of Minutes from Boards/Commissions/Committees
1. Board of Canvassers (3)
2. Cemetery Commission (1)
3. Historic Preservation Advisory Board (1)
4. Personnel Board (2)
5. Town Farm Renovation Committee (9)
6. Open Space and Land Preservation Commission (1)
C. Acknowledge Receipt of Correspondence
1. Tiffany Peay, 3851 Main Rd – Support of Groundswell Bakery & Café
2. Christine Ryan and Walter Brown – Seapowet Oyster Farm Application/Letter to CRMC
3. Robert Martin – Suggestions for Casino Gaming Revenue
4. Town of Warren - Proclamation of the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
Councilor Cook removed item C-2.
Councilor Burk removed item A-1 and B-6.
Councilor Perry removed item C-3.
Councilor Janick motioned to approve the Consent Agenda items with the exception of C-2, A-1, B-6, and C-3. Councilor Perry seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
With regard to 4-A, Councilor Burk requested a minor spelling typo be corrected.
Councilor Perry motioned to approve Consent Agenda item 4-A as amended. Councilor Vieira seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Regarding B-6, Councilor Burk cited a portion on the second page of the Open Space minutes that mentioned not being informed about picnic table repairs despite falling under Open Space jurisdiction. He believed that highlighted the importance of finding a way to encourage Chairs to communicate with each other.
Councilor Burk motioned to approve Consent Agenda item B-6. Councilor Perry seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Councilor Cook pulled item C-2 as an opportunity to answer questions posed by Christine Ryan related to the Seapowet Oyster Farm application. She relayed that earlier in the year, Solicitor Marcello was told by CRMC that sufficient policies were in place and an MOU with the town was not necessary. She noted her disagreement with the CRMC’s response. Ms. Cook read aloud Ms. Ryan and Walter Brown’s letter to CRMC that expressed great concern over the allowance of a commercial enterprise operating in a long standing recreational area.
Councilor Burk motioned to approve Consent Agenda item C-2. Councilor Janick seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Regarding item C-3, at the request of Bob Martin, Councilor Perry read aloud his suggestions for use of casino gaming revenue.
Councilor Perry motioned to approve Consent Agenda item C-3. Councilor Janick seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Councilor Burk motioned to move agenda Item 9-A ahead of Item 5-A. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
A. State Representative Edwards – Brief Presentation and Discussion Regarding Watuppa Pond
Collaboration with Fall River and Westport and outflow from Stafford Pond
Representative Edwards introduced the proposal that was recommended by neighboring Massachusetts Representative Paul Schmid as a three town/city plan that incorporates a watershed issue between Westport, Fall River and Tiverton, whereas Tiverton is the watershed area from Watuppa Pond as well as downstream water from Stafford Pond. He emphasized this was a grant program that only works if all three towns are involved. He said that as North Tiverton derives their water from Fall River, it behooves us as a community to keep our water safe. The funds received would be to keep the watershed areas clean and address severe algae bloom problems. He noted that only Fall River had signed the agreement thus far and hoped Council could make a decision by Labor Day.
Councilor Burk motioned to refer the proposal to the Solicitor and Administrator for review and written feedback from both water districts and revisit the item on the last meeting in August. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
A. Comments received
There were no written comments. New resident John Quark from 1974 Crandall Road addressed Council with concerns about local internet connectivity and questioned if any member of council has had related discussions with Cox Communications. Councilor Burk assured Mr. Quirk that discussions have been ongoing and offered to bring his specific concerns directly to his point of contact at Cox.
Councilor Edwards motioned to move agenda Item 9-B ahead of Item 6-A. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
B. Administrator Cotta – Landfill and Recycling Center update
Tim Thies with Pare Corporation addressed Council with an update on the status of both the Landfill Closure and the Recycle Center projects. He explained the two year operating license extension application was submitted to RI DEM on November, 2020 and was approved/received on June 25, 2021, making November 30, 2022, the last day for operation. A requirement of the license renewal was to begin closure process immediately. The bid package for the capping project would be ready for advertisement the week of August 16, 2021. Bid phase would take approximately 45 days, and estimated an additional 60 days for Town review and contract award. Per the license, construction must begin within 30 days post contract award and is expected to extend into the middle of 2023. Due to extreme volatility in the commodities market, Pare expected the current projected cost estimate of $10.7M to increase to $11M.
As to the Recycling Center project, Mr. Thies noted that the storm water permit was submitted to RI DEM in May, 2020 and a wetland permit in June, 2020. He said final drawings should be ready for RI DEM by August 6, 2021 and expected final approval by end of August 2021. He anticipated the bid period to last from October/November 2021 with expected contract award in December 2021.Construction should start in spring of 2022 and last 6 to 12 weeks. The original cost estimate in March 2020 of $565,000 to build and $161,000 for access road construction was expected to increase to $1M, due to including a water main in the road and overhead electric as well as increased materials costs.
Notice: This portion of the meeting was also held via Zoom for the purpose of public comment only.
A. Jane Bitto, Evelyn’s Drive-In, Singing Out Against Hunger, 2335 Main Road – on Sunday,
September 12, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
(1) Approval of Sound Variance
(2) Approval of Special Event License – Subject to Meeting All Legal Requirements
Lisa Machado with Coastal Roasters who had planned another Singing Out Against Hunger event later in the month, briefly explained the event on behalf of her business and Evelyn’s Drive-In. Held annually for the past 18 years, the event includes bands, raffles, etc. with proceeds going to local food banks
President deMedeiros opened the Public Hearing. She repeated the Zoom meeting call in numbers and asked multiple times if others from the public wished to speak; there were none and President deMedeiros closed the public hearing.
Councilor Edwards motioned to approve the aforementioned sound variance and special event license. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
B. Lisa Machado, Coastal Roasters, Singing Out Against Hunger, 1791 Main Road – on Sunday,
September 26, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
(1) Approval of Sound Variance
(2) Approval of Special Event License – Subject to Meeting All Legal Requirements
President deMedeiros opened the Public Hearing. She repeated the Zoom meeting call in numbers and asked multiple times if others from the public wished to speak; there were none and President deMedeiros closed the public hearing.
Councilor Vieira motioned to approve the aforementioned sound variance and special event license. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
Councilor Burk motioned to move agenda Item 6-E ahead of Item 6-C. Seconded by Councilor Janick, the motion passed unanimously.
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E. John Cordeiro, Megan L. Cordeiro Memorial Foundation – Request approval to conduct the 13th
Annual Miles for Megan Bike Ride/Walk” Event on September 25, 2021 from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Subject to Meeting All Legal Requirements
John Cordeiro briefly addressed Council noting the annual Miles for Megan Bike Ride/Walk held at Town Farm benefits his youngest daughter’s memorial foundation. The walking route uses the track, and he explained three separate bike routes available for beginner, novice and experienced riders that were 12.5 miles, 25 miles and 62.5 miles, respectively.
Councilor Cook motioned to approve the aforementioned special event license. Seconded by Councilor Janick, the motion passed unanimously.
C. Approval of proposed amendment to Tiverton Code of Ordinance Chapter 78 Traffic and Vehicles,
Section 78-31 Trucks exceeding four tons in overall weight prohibited from using certain streets
Councilor Burk explained he had worked with the Administrator and Solicitor Ordinance on amendment language intended to address issues with excessive commercial truck use previously brought forth by residents of the affected streets.
Chief Jones explained the plan was to work with the DPW Director and assign officers to talk to residents and inform cut-through truckers for a 30 day after passage education period prior to enforcement.
President deMedeiros opened the Public Hearing. She repeated the Zoom meeting call in numbers and asked multiple times if others from the public wished to speak.
Resident John Quirk questioned whether commercial vehicles would be defined by tonnage or commercial plates. Councilor Burk responded noting the specific parameters in the amendment that defined commercial motor vehicle.
President deMedeiros closed the public hearing.
It was noted that two sections in the proposed amendment were not necessary and recommended to be stricken.
Councilor Burk motioned to approve the Ordinance amending Chapter 78 Traffic and Vehicles, Article II Operation, Section 78-31 related to trucks on certain roads and strike the reference “Kenyon Road (East beginning from Fish Road) except for making deliveries on the street” and the entire section related to “Controlled substance.” Seconded by Councilor Vieira, the motion passed unanimously.
D. Approval of proposed amendment to Tiverton Code of Ordinance Chapter 2 Administration,
Section 2-107 Casino Gaming Revenue
President deMedeiros stressed the amendment pertained only to funds through June 20, 2022. She added that sports betting was not included so if Council wished it be included specific wording must be added. Solicitor Marcello furthered that RIGL 42-61.2-7 was for the gaming revenue only and 42-61.2-5 would need to be added in order to encompass sports betting. Otherwise, funds would go directly into the General fund.
Councilor Edwards stated he would like to see all sports betting revenue be included in the Ordinance. Councilor deMedeiros noted an amendment to that effect was prepared. She also pointed out that the language, as previously promised, would be used for municipal as well as school department capital expenditures. Councilor Janick stated she believed the Council shouldn’t be the determiners of what constituted school departments capital needs.
The Solicitor clarified the original Ordinance would have locked the money until next fiscal year, but due to budget issues, the consensus was to tap into money this year, therefore changing FY 2023 to FY 2022. During the time this was written, negotiation with the lottery commission was ongoing, and the exact amount of monies expected was unknown. The state has guaranteed the $3M and language was also amended to protect the $3M if the Casino were to be shut down by the State. It now must be an emergency situation with the Casino being closed for 30 days or more.
Councilor Cook asked how the monies would be spent, and questioned if Section 203 of the Charter allowed special appropriations without voter approval. President deMedeiros responded the matter had already been discussed and approved by a majority. Solicitor Marcello confirmed it does not violate Section 203 as the funds are not raised by taxation.
Councilor deMedeiros opened the Public Hearing. Administrator Cotta repeated the Zoom meeting call in numbers and asked multiple times if others from the public wished to speak. There were none.
Councilor deMedeiros asked again if there were any opinions on the matter of sports betting revenue. Administrator Cotta clarified the two components of gaming revenue, one being the monies generated by table games and slot machines, and the other was sports betting.
Councilor Janick voiced agreement with Councilor Edwards that sports betting revenue be included in the Ordinance. Councilor deMedeiros handed out a draft amendment that would include sports betting to Council for review.
Councilor Burk motioned to approve amending the Ordinance Concerning the Establishment of Reserve Accounts for Funds Received from the State Pursuant To R.I.G.L. 42-61.2-7 by replacing the word “city” with “town” in section (d). Seconded by Councilor Janick, the motion passed 5-2, with Councilors Perry and Cook opposed.
Councilor Burk motioned to approve amending the Ordinance Concerning the Establishment of Reserve Accounts for Funds Received from the State Pursuant To RIGL 42-61.2-7 by adding to the title R.I.G.L. 42-61.2-5 and adding in section (a), “R.I.G.L. 42-61.2-5 and” before R.I.G.L 42-61.2-7. Seconded by Councilor Edwards, the motion passed 4-3, with Councilors Vieira, Perry and Cook opposed.
Councilor Edwards motioned to approve the Ordinance Concerning the Establishment of Reserve Accounts for Funds Received from the State Pursuant To R.I.G.L. 42-61.2-5 and R.I.G.L. 42-61.2-7, as amended. Seconded by Councilor Janick, the motion passed 4-3, with Councilors Vieira, Perry and Cook opposed.
F. Public comment and input in regard to the use of Casino Gaming Revenue for School and Municipal
Capital Expenditures – Limited to 30 minutes
Councilor deMedeiros noted this public comment forum was held for three consecutive meetings and asked for input related to spending of casino monies after 2022. She referenced Bob Martin’s letter of suggestions that was read earlier in the meeting.
School Committee Chair Jerry Larkin approached Council in an effort to explicate ideas he presented in previous meeting. He stated some money should be allocated towards tax relief for those affected financially by the pandemic. He suggested allocating thousand dollar grants that residents could apply for based on income and property values, believing the process could also provide valuable data of those tangibly affected. Regarding the schools, he affirmed there was a $32.5M budget and a $1.4M shortfall. He furthered that statewide student performance data showed 2 - 3 month delays for grades 3 -5, and 1 -2 month delays for grades 2, 6 and 7 in math and 1-2 month delays for grades 3,4 and 5 in reading, indicating quantifiable education losses. Tiverton data was not yet available. He listed 7 teaching positions that would be eliminated along with the Culinary Arts program in an effort to balance the budget. He commended the Budget Committee on giving them 4% but stated that was cut into by a drop in $600K of state aid. He finished by suggesting a joint meeting between the Council and School Committee to continue discussions. Council President deMedeiros said a financial forum with audience participation sometime in September might be possible.
Resident Sally Black commented that only one person ran for budget committee, and aside from the final two contentious meetings, commended the Budget Committee and the Council on a good job and hard work. She said now is the time for Tiverton to come together.
Councilor deMedeiros closed the public comment forum. She queried Council on potential dates for a special meeting to approve the Ordinance. Councilor Burk suggested waiting until September, reminding that a planned public comment electronic survey had yet to be prepared.
(Councilor Burk chaired the meeting while Councilor deMedeiros briefly stepped away).
A. Peter Lacasse/Antiques At Olde Tiverton, 1019 Main Road - Request approval of Holiday license,
subject to meeting all legal requirements
Councilor Perry motioned to approve the aforementioned Holiday license, subject to meeting all legal requirements. Seconded by Councilor Edwards, the motion passed unanimously.
A. Conservation Committee – (7) Member Board, (3) Year Terms, (1) Vacancy
1. Tom Molinski, 122 Thomas Street - Request re-appointment to expire 7/15/2024
Councilor Cook expressed reservation about re-appointment without information about applicant’s attendance information.
Councilor Cook motioned to table item until the August 10 meeting for further information. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
B. Economic Development Committee – (5) Member Board, (4) Year Terms, (1) Vacancy
1. Renee Jones, 161 Highland Road - Request re-appointment to expire 7/15/2025
Ms. Jones briefly addressed Council noting the EDC’s past accomplishments as well as future endeavors planned under her direction. Councilor Vieira commended Ms. Jones on her energy and thanked her for her hard work. Councilors’ Burk and Perry concurred, praising her leadership of the committee.
(Councilor deMedeiros returned).
Councilor Perry motioned to waive policy and proceed to the aforementioned appointment. Seconded by
Councilor Vieira, the motion passed unanimously.
Councilor Perry motioned to approve the appointment of Renee Jones to the Economic Development Committee to expire 7/15/2025. Seconded by Councilor Vieira, the motion passed unanimously.
C. Harbor Commission - (9) Member Board, (2) Year Terms, (5) Vacancies
(4 expiring 7/15/2021 and 1 unexpired term 7/15/2022)
1. David E. Stewart, 593 Highland Road – Request re-appointment to expire 7/15/2023
2. John Deveau, 31 Marilyn Drive – Request appointment to expire 7/15/2023
3. Deb Hagen, 540 Nanaquaket Road – Request appointment to expire 7/15/2023
Deb Hagen addressed Council noting her interest in aquaculture development and representing Tiverton waterfront property owners as well as residents that use waterways for recreation.
Councilor Janick motioned to waive policy and proceed to the aforementioned appointment. Seconded by
Councilor Burk, the motion passed unanimously.
Councilor Vieira motioned to approve the re-appointment of David E. Stewart to the Harbor Commission to expire 7/15/2023. Seconded by Councilor Burk, the motion passed unanimously.
Regarding new applicant John Deveau, Councilor Cook expressed concern over his mention of being unable to attend meetings from January through March, despite otherwise favorable credentials and experience. The Council concurred, therefore failed to nominate Mr. Deveau, without prejudice.
Councilor Burk motioned to approve the appointment of Deb Hagen to the Harbor Commission to expire 7/15/2023. Seconded by Councilor Edwards, the motion passed unanimously.
D. Zoning Board of Review - (5) Member Board, (5) Year Terms, (3) Vacancies
(1 expiring 7/15/2021 and 2 alternates with 1-year terms expiring 7/15/2021)
1. David B. Collins, 4001 Main Road – Request re-appointment to expire 7/15/2026
2. Jennifer Hilton, 128 Church Pond Drive – Request re-appointment to expire 7/15/2022
Councilor Perry motioned to waive policy and proceed to the aforementioned appointment. Seconded by
Councilor Burk, the motion passed unanimously.
Councilor Perry motioned to approve the re-appointment of David B. Collins to the Zoning Board of Review to expire 7/15/2026. Seconded by Councilor Janick, the motion passed unanimously.
Councilor Perry motioned to approve the re-appointment of Jennifer Hilton as an alternate to the Zoning Board of Review to expire 7/15/2022. Seconded by Councilor Janick, the motion passed unanimously.
Note: Item 9-A was taken previously out of order.
Item 9-B was taken previously out of order.
Councilor Vieira motioned to move agenda Item 9-E ahead of Item 9-C. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
E. Councilor Vieira – Climate Change and its effect on Tiverton Coastal Area, presentation by the Harbor
Commission
Harbor Commission member Professor Chip Lawrence gave a slide show presentation on climate change and its potential effect/risks on the Tiverton coastal area. He noted he was a Professor in applied mathematics at Brown University and had been doing applications in climatology for over 20 years. He attributed global warming to hurricanes and heavy rains. Using storm tools that assumed a 2 foot rise and a 25 year storm, he showed slides depicting areas of Riverside Drive, Stonebridge, Fogland and Seapowet marsh under water.
He suggested steps the town could take to prepare for coming changes including sending warning letters to homeowners and businesses in flood prone areas as well as setting up a task force made up of various commissions, business people and stakeholders. He furthered that adopting more renewable energy installations and improving energy efficiency could fight existential threats. In the interest if public safety, he also suggested investigating the installation of flood gauges. He offered personal assistance with any of his recommendations.
Chair Bruce Cox said last year, pre-Covid, he had been in contact with National Grid about the possibility of putting flood gauge straps on poles – an idea he attributed to former Harbor Commission member Roger Winiarski. He intended to revisit the idea as a possible future campaign whereas the town may want to solicit funding.
Councilor Vieira noted that citizenry groups were forming and hoped to see them working with the Harbor Commission to move the topic forward.
C. Councilor Edwards – Discussion and possible vote on Resolution to State Legislature requesting
Change to CRMC notification requirements
Councilor Edwards explained proposal was driven by recent controversy over proposed aquaculture farms in the Seapowet area. He stated his intent was not to stop farms, but to modify notification rules so CRMC would notify the Town directly upon permit application, to allow adequate time for the public and abutters to weigh in. It was noted that the legislature was no longer in session, so wouldn’t be heard until next year. Councilor Burk agreed with the proposal to require proactive notification, and suggested the Solicitor review for fine tuning and appropriate language. Councilor deMedeiros asked the Harbor Commission to review as well.
Councilor Edwards motioned to send draft resolution to the Solicitor and Harbor Commission for review and comment. Councilor Burk seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
D. Deb Hagen, Nanaquaket Neighborhood Association – Requesting a public meeting with The Town
Council, Harbor Commission and CRMC Bay SAMP working Group to discuss mapping aquaculture
development in Tiverton
Ms. Hagen explained that the Nanaquaket Neighborhood Association had made a request to CRMC to have Nanaquaket Pond mapped as an exclusion site on the Bay SAMP based on a long stablished history of recreational use. She noted that although there were over 40 homes surrounding the pond, many others are looking for protected waterways to kayak, jet-ski, paddle board, swim, fish etc.
She noted CRMC’s conflicting tasks to preserve as well as develop and define the balance. Her concerns included oyster farms not only competing with recreational users but with each other. She said residents are asking when areas would be considered saturated and when development and expansion would stop.
She stated the town needs to do more than simply know an application is received by CRMC, adding that it was in the town's best interest to secure an active role in the application process so residents are sufficiently notified and afforded an opportunity to express both objection and support.
In addition to forums for public input, she requested the town ask state representatives to intervene and impose a moratorium on aquaculture permits in Narragansett Bay until the base SAMP is complete and approved.
Councilor Burk reiterated that as legislature was on summer recess, progress would be unlikely until June 2022. He would also want to know if SAMP was on board, otherwise holding meetings would be futile. Discussion continued about potential future meetings, collaboration and development of a Harbor Management plan. A mention of an upcoming Introduction to Aquaculture presentation was to be held at the Tiverton Library on August 12 at 6pm.
F. Administrator Cotta – Update on Onsite Wastewater transfer of management and programs
Administrator Cotta explained notice had been provided to the town related to an active, long standing violation of septic treatment facilities at Dadson Estates Mobile Home Park at 301 Bulgarmarsh Road. He furthered that Tiverton Wastewater District had been managing on-site wastewater on behalf of the Town for the past 8-10 years until recently, when responsibility fell back on the Town due to budgetary reasons. He said the facilities have deteriorated creating unsafe living conditions and the owners had exceeded a 30 day required notice to RI DEM to apply for a permit to repair or replace the OWTS. Noting that about 100 families live in the park, he asked Council for input and direction on how to proceed. Also mentioned was the likelihood of hiring a clerk to assist with program administration. After discussion, it was decided the Administrator would meet with the owners and RI DEM and return with more information at the next meeting.
G. Administrator Cotta/ Police Chief Jones – Approval of budget transfers
1. $2,500 from Acct# 3330-7611 Gas to Acct# 3330-7950 IT Expenses
Councilor Perry motioned to approve the aforementioned budget transfer. Seconded by Councilor Janick, the motion passed unanimously.
H. Councilor deMedeiros – Discussion and possible vote on advisory subcommittee and members
regarding Financial Town Referendum (FTR) and Personnel Changes Advisory Committee
Councilor deMedeiros noted that although no public applications were received, Councilor Burk and Councilor Edwards volunteered for subcommittee, with Councilor deMedeiros as alternate. Also volunteered were Town Administrator Cotta, Town Solicitor Marcello, Town Treasurer Saurette and Town Clerk Chabot
A. Town Administrator – Updates on
1. DPW and Town Farm efforts
2. Federal Stimulus Money
Administrator Cotta thanked DPW members Jody Tripp, Harry Cookinham, Rob Byron, Cody Carpenter, Ed Mello, Darren Lynch, Dave Rigo, John Ferreira, Sue Richardson, Director Rogers and Joe Pacheco (no longer with the department) for their significant efforts with the installation of the new playground.
As to the stimulus monies, the first municipal installment of $819,611 was received, and a first installment county piece is expected at $1.521M, equating to approx. $2.3M for this year. The same amounts are expected in FY23, giving a total in federal stimulus monies at approx. $4.6M. He furthered there were specific spending guidelines attached and Treasurer Saurette had confirmed approx. $2.6M in lost revenue, mostly attributed to lost gaming revenue in FY20. Although about $2.6M can be used for general governmental purposes, the $2.1M balance beyond that has stringent spending criteria attached. He added that approximately $2.4M was also expected directly for the schools as educational grant needs. He suggested sending out surveys for public input on spending prior to public forums.
B. Town Clerk – Update on Financial Town Referendum (FTR)
Clerk Chabot advised there were 119 total voters over the three days, including mail ballots. The budget proposal as recommended by the Budget Committee was approved as were the 6 Budget Committee and 3 Town Council resolutions.
A. Town Administrator – RIGL 42-46-5(a)(1) – Personnel -Job Performance/Annual Evaluation for Tax
Assessor David Robert – Notice given
B. Town Solicitor – Litigation – RIGL 42-46-5(a)(2) – Discussion of case status for Tiverton v. Lee Shore
Realty, et al. (Shore Road Case) CA No: NC 2016-0462
C. Town Solicitor – Litigation – RIGL 42-46-5(a)(2) – Discussion of APRA case status for Katz vs. Tiverton
filed on June 28, 2021
D. Town Solicitor – Litigation – RIGL 42-46-5(a)(2) – Discussion of case status for Diane Farnworth et al.
v. Tiverton, et al. CA No: NC 2021-0209
E. Town Solicitor – Litigation – RIGL 42-46-5(a)(2) – Discussion of case status for Katz v. Tiverton et al.
CA No: NC 2021-0216
Councilor Perry motioned to enter executive session for agenda items 11.A though 11.E as read. Councilor Vieira seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Council entered closed executive session at approximately 10:20 p.m.
Council returned to open session at approximately 11:01 p.m.
Council President deMedeiros reported no votes taken in executive session, discussion only.
Councilor Burk motioned to seal the minutes of the Executive Session. Councilor Perry seconded the motion. The motion unanimously passed.
Councilor Perry motioned to adjourn the meeting. Councilor Burk seconded the motion. The motion unanimously passed. The meeting adjourned at 11:02 p.m.
A True Copy.
ATTEST_________________________
Joan B. Chabot, Town Clerk