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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, November 24, 2025, at 7:00 PM at the Tiverton Public Library, 34 Roosevelt Ave, Tiverton, Rhode Island 02878.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Council President Edwards V called the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
3. ROLL CALL
Present
| President John G. Edwards V | Vice President David J. Paull | David Perry |
| Deborah G. Janick | Craig R. Committo | Denise M. deMedeiros |
| Michael S. Burk | | |
Solicitor Marcello, Administrator Jones, Town Clerk Chabot, and Deputy Town Clerk Veegh were also present.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
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. November 10, 2025 – Regular Meeting (Councilor Paull abstains – absent)
B. Acknowledge Receipt of Minutes from Boards/Commissions/Committees
1. Building Code Board of Appeals (1)
2. Historic Preservation Advisory Board (2)
3. Cemetery Commission (6)
4. Dog Park (2)
5. Recreation & Beaches (5)
6. Conservation Commission (2)
7. Economic Development Commission (1)
8. Litter Control Committee (1)
9. Historical Cemeteries Commission (3)
10. Harbor Commission (1)
11. Historic Preservation Advisory Board (2)
12. Open Space & Land Preservation (1)
C. Acknowledge Receipt of Reports
1. Treasurer Saurette – Budget and Revenue Reports – October 2025
2. School Department YTD Budget v. Actual Report – October 2025
D. Approval of Narragansett Electric Pole Petition to install 1 new pole on Sawdy Pond Road
E. Approval of License Renewals – Non-Advertised (December 1, 2025, to November 30, 2026)
Holiday License Renewals
Tobacco Dealers License Renewals
Victualling License Renewals
F. Approval of Resolution 2025-0039 Bay Street Moratorium Extension to June 30, 2026
G. Approval of 2026 Calendar for the Town Council Meetings
H. Cancellation of December 22, 2025, council meeting
Councilor Janick pulled B-11
Councilor Perry removed C-1
Councilor Burk pulled B-12
Councilor Paull motioned to approve the Consent Agenda items except items B-11, B-12, and C-1. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
Re: B-11, Councilor Janick noted that after the Lafayette house demolition, the Preservation Advisory Board had
been tasked with developing an ordinance to prevent a similar future occurrence. She relayed that the board had met with Preserve Rhode Island, and a proposal had been developed and included in their minutes. She requested that the council plan on attending a proposed future joint workshop to be scheduled for April or May.
Re: B-12, Councilor Burk pointed out as a public service opportunity that the Hicks Farm conservation easement was still short by $700,000.00 if anyone wished to donate.
Re: C-1, Councilor Perry asked for clarification on a previous $50,000 allocation for the Public Service Safety Complex. Administrator Jones explained that $50,000 was previously earmarked by the council for a public
safety study plus an approximate $650,000 earmarked for a recycling center. He noted another feasibility study for recreation of approximately $24,000.
Councilor Burk motioned to approve the Consent Agenda items B-11, B-12, and C-1. Seconded by Councilor Janick, the motion passed unanimously.
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING A COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM OR OTHER TOWN BUSINESS
No one presented to speak.
6. APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS– Discussion and possible votes
A. Harbor Master – Annual Term expiring 12/31/2025
1. Tyler Loomis, 89 John Duggan Road – Requests Annual Re-Appointment with Harbor and Coastal
Waters Management Commission Recommendation
Councilor deMedeiros motioned to re-appoint Tyler Loomis as Harbor Master for an annual term to expire 12/31/2026. Seconded by Councilor Paull, the motion passed unanimously.
Without objection, President Edwards V took item 7-B ahead of 7-A.
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS (ADVERTISED) – Discussion and possible votes, subject to meeting all legal requirements
B. Approval of the proposed text amendments to the Comprehensive Community Plan:
1. Chapter 3.0 Planning Concept, Section 3.1 The Nature of Tiverton: Issues and Opportunities, “A
Location of Business Opportunities” and
2. Chapter 5.0 Land Use Plan, Section 5.5 Future Land Use, “Industrial / Technology.”
President Edwards V opened the public hearing. No one presented to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Councilor Committo had questioned the addition of “the lack of infrastructure particularly sewers and public water” on page 1, line 23. Solicitor Marcello replied it was the Planning Board’s update to the comprehensive plan that governs zoning changes in order to accurately reflect the actual status of the town's use of land. He further explained that in those areas of the town without sewer and water, is where we are constrained to havebusinesses. Mr. Committo also questioned why on the PDP overlay, the words “industrial and technology” was crossed out, citing potential confusion over re-naming what had always been referred to as the Industrial park. The Solicitor explained that the planner had recommended the change as more of an overarching description of potential mixed uses, although still considered the PDP overlay district.
Councilor Paull motioned to approve the proposed text amendments to the Comprehensive Community Plan. Seconded by Councilor Janick, the motion passed unanimously.
A. Approval of the proposed amendment to the Tiverton Code of Ordinances, Articles of Appendix A –
Zoning Ordinance:
1. Article II, Definitions: Add definition for “Commercial athletic recreation facility.”
2. Article IV, Section 6: Adding to the District Use Table “Commercial athletic recreation facility”
(§6(h)).
3. Article VI, Other District Regulations: performance standards are proposed in Article VI, Section 10,
for: “Commercial athletic recreation facility” (§6(h)).
President Edwards V opened the public hearing. No one presented to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Councilor Burk questioned Article II, Definitions under accessory facilities and services that may include health
fitness club pro shop or retail sales of recreation equipment, clothing and nutrition. Then, under Article VI, he
questioned limitations on entertainment events and special event permits granted pursuant to Chapter 51 of
the code of ordinances. The Solicitor replied that it should be a joint application between the town business
owner and the vendor. Mr. Burk further questioned why the category of accessory non-sporting events would not fall under convention center, a non-permitted use. The Solicitor explained it essentially codified the related superior court ruling.
Councilor Committo had several questions related to the performance criteria and who would own the responsibility of infrastructure development such as curbs and sidewalks. The Solicitor responded that it would be up to the planning board as part of the process for final plan approval.
Councilor Paull motioned to approve the changes to the Zoning code as listed. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed 6-1, with Councilor Burk opposed.
8. BOARD OF LICENSING– Discussion and possible votes, subject to meeting all legal requirements
Directions to view licensing applications: 1) Click on https://tivertonri.portal.opengov.com/search,
2) Click Records and then type in the record number listed on the agenda, 3) Click on the highlighted record to view the application
ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR LICENSE RENEWALS
A. Liquor License Renewals (December 2, 2025, to December 1, 2026)
CLASS A – Liquor Stores - ($1000)
1. Vyana, Inc. d/b/a Tiverton Liquor, 65 Main Road (LIQ-23-19)
2. Nimraj, Inc. d/b/a Crossroad Liquor, 1540 Bulgarmarsh Road (LIQ-23-5)
3. Smittom, Inc. d/b/a Stone Bridge Liquors, 2490 Main Road (LIQ-23-22)
President Edwards V opened the public hearing. No one presented to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Councilor Burk motioned to approve the CLASS A – Liquor Stores license renewals, as listed. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
CLASS BC – Casino - ($2,500)
1. Twin-River-Tiverton, LLC d/b/a Bally's Tiverton Casino & Hotel, 777 Casino Blvd (LIQ-23-13)
President Edwards V opened the public hearing. No one presented to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Councilor Paull motioned to approve the CLASS BC – Casino license renewal, as listed. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
CLASS BV– Full Liquor License - ($800)
1. Black Goose Company d/b/a Black Goose Café, 2160 Main Road (LIQ-24-2)
2. Evelyn’s Nanaquaket Drive-In, Inc., 2335 Main Road (LIQ-23-6)
3. Foodworth Inc. d/b/a Atlantic Sports Bar & Restaurant, 70 Shove Street (LIQ-23-4)
4. Sports Kitchen LLC, 300 Industrial Way (LIQ-23-24)
5. Restiv, LLC d/b/a Four Corners Grille, 3841 Main Road (LIQ-23-9)
6. Riptide Sports Grille Inc., 1 Bay Street (LIQ-23-16)
7. Sakonnet River Grille, 524 Main Road (LIQ-23-8)
8. Silva Brothers Inc. d/b/a Barcello’s Family Restaurant, 1214 Stafford Road (LIQ-23-20)
9. Spring Restaurant, Inc., 118-120 Main Road (LIQ-23-11)
10. Newport Harbor Corp. d/b/a The Boat House Restaurant LLC, 227 Schooner Drive (LIQ-25-3)
11. Dory Go Inc. d/b/a Red Dory Restaurant, 1848 Main Road (LIQ-23-12)
12. Macray’s Seafood II Inc. d/b/a Macray’s Seafood, 115 Stafford Road (LIQ-23-14)
13. Localz Inc. d/b/a Localz Burger & Cocktails, 4 Stafford Road (LIQ-23-21)
14. Everett Lane Inc. d/b/a Family Ties Restaurant, 221 Main Road (LIQ-23-23)
15. Bistro Paris, Inc. d/b/a Le Moulin Rouge, 1403 Main Road (LIQ-23-25)
16. 77 Main Rd LLC d/b/a Palhares Restaurant, 77 Main Road (LIQ-23-18)
17. Pine House Kitchen & Bar, 13 Crandall Road (LIQ-23-26) – Request for change of hours from
Mon-Sun 11am-12am to Mon-Sun 6am-1am
President Edwards V opened the public hearing. No one presented to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Councilor Paull motioned to approve the CLASS BV– Full Liquor License renewals for items 1-16, as listed. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
The Pine House Kitchen & Bar’s renewal included a request to change business hours as listed. Police Chief Costa addressed the council with an updated related to excessive noise and music, sometimes lasting past the allowed business hours. The Chief confirmed that there had been no repeat incidences or citizen complaints. While he voiced some reservation over the requested hours, he stated he would not object to hours from 11am to a strict 1am closing time.
Councilor deMedeiros stated she would be hesitant to allow the 1am closing time because of the previous problems that she described as disrespectful to neighbors and police. She also thought 1am closing time in general was too late, especially for surrounding residents. Officer Costa explained his recommendation was based on the operating hours of similar businesses in the area. He suggested his recommended hours to include a review after 6 months. He noted that he would not recommend a portion of the request that included Thanksgiving and Black Friday hours “that may vary”.
Councilor Committo suggested a show-cause hearing to require him to answer specific questions related to his establishment. Administrator Jones explained a show-cause hearing would typically be related to punitive action, suggesting instead inviting the owner back to address any concerns.
After significant discussion, the consensus was to approve the renewal at the current hours of operation and to ask the owner to return to answer questions related to potential new hours.
President Edwards V again opened the public hearing. No one presented to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Clerk Chabot interjected to explain the request to change the hours were in part to correct liquor service hours that were inconsistent with the victualling hours that extended to 12:30am on Friday and Saturday. She said the liquor service to 1am was consistent with other similar businesses, and furthered that if music volume was an issue, that was a separate entertainment license matter.
Councilor Burk motioned to approve the CLASS BV– Full Liquor License renewal for Pine House Kitchen & Bar at current hours, for three months (March 1), with the expectation of his return before council within that timeframe to answer questions. Seconded by Councilor deMedeiros, the motion passed unanimously.
CLASS BVL – Limited Liquor License ($400)
1. Classic Pizza Inc., 486 Main Road (LIQ-23-10)
2. Jacky's Galaxie Tiverton Inc., 777 Casino Blvd (LIQ-23-3)
3. Groundswell Cafe & Bakery, LLC, 3883 Main Road (LIQ-23-17)
President Edwards V opened the public hearing. No one presented to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Councilor Burk motioned to approve the CLASS BVL – Limited Liquor License renewals, as listed. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
CLASS BT – Bed and Tavern - ($800)
1. Senior Lifestyle Sakonnet Bay LP, 1215 Main Road (LIQ-23-15)
President Edwards V opened the public hearing. No one presented to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Councilor Paull motioned to approve the CLASS BT – Bed and Tavern license renewal, as listed. Seconded by Councilor Janick, the motion passed unanimously.
CLASS D –Unlimited Club Licenses ($200)
1. Woodrow L. Silvia Post Home Association, Inc., 134 Shove Street (LIQ-24-4)
2. Bayview Holy Ghost Citizens Club, 66 Bottom Street (LIQ-24-3)
President Edwards V opened the public hearing. No one presented to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Councilor Paull motioned to approve the CLASS D – Unlimited Club liquor license renewals, as listed. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
B. Indoor Shooting Range License Renewals (December 1, 2025, to Nov. 30, 2026)
1. East Bay Ammunition LLC d/b/a Sakonnet River Outfitters, 777 Main Road (ANN-23-63)
2. Tiverton Rod & Gun Club, 1529 Fish Road (ANN-23-37)
President Edwards V opened the public hearing. No one presented to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Councilor Paull motioned to approve the Indoor Shooting Range license renewals, as listed. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
C. Junkyard Dealer/Junkyard License Renewals (December 1, 2025, to Nov. 30, 2026)
1. Arnold’s Auto Parts, 1484 Crandall Road (ANN-23-26)
2. General Auto Recycling, Inc., 384 King Road (ANN-23-39)
3. Lagasse Salvage Yard, 20 Cory’s Lane (ANN-23-38)
4. Sanford & Son LTD, 104 Cynthia Avenue (ANN-23-12)
5. Tiverton Auto Parts, Inc., 541 Bulgarmarsh Road (ANN-23-78)
6. Sakonnet Recycling LLC., 413 Bulgarmarsh Road (ANN-24-4)
President Edwards V opened the public hearing. No one presented to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Councilor Paull motioned to approve the Junkyard Dealer/Junkyard license renewals, as listed. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
NON-ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR LICENSE RENEWALS - (December 1, 2025, to Nov. 30, 2026)
D. Approval of Entertainment Licenses
1. Foodworth Inc. d/b/a Atlantic Sports Bar & Restaurant, 70 Shove Street (ANN-23-32)
2. Bayview Holy Ghost Citizens Club, 66 Bottom Street (ANN-23-50)
3. Sandywoods Farm, Inc., 43 Muse Way (ANN-23-71)
4. Spring Restaurant, 118-120 Main Road (ANN-23-65)
5. Bally’s Tiverton Casino & Hotel, 777 Casino Blvd. (ANN-23-54)
6. Barcello’s Family Restaurant. 1214 Stafford Road (ANN-23-88)
7. Brookdale Sakonnet Bay, 1215 Main Road (ANN-23-79)
8. Woodrow L. Silvia VFW Post 5392, 134 Shove Street (ANN-24-11)
9. Four Corners Art Center, 28 East Road (ANN-23-18)
10. Sports Kitchen, LLC, 300 Industrial Way (ANN-23-100)
11. Localz Burgers & Cocktails, 4 Stafford Road (ANN-23-109)
12. 77 Main Rd LLC d/b/a Palhares Restaurant, 77 Main Road (ANN-23-107)
13. Pine House Kitchen & Bar, 13 Crandall Road (ANN-23-108)
14. Riptide Sports Grille Inc., 1 Bay Street (ANN-23-112)
President Edwards V opened the public hearing. No one presented to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Councilor Paull motioned to approve the Entertainment license renewals, 1-12, and 14. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
Councilor Burk motioned to approve the Entertainment license renewal for Pine House Kitchen & Bar at current hours, for three months (March 1), with the expectation of his return before council within that timeframe to answer questions. Seconded by Councilor deMedeiros.
President Edwards V opened the public hearing. No one presented to speak, and the hearing was closed.
The motion passed unanimously.
E. Petroleum Storage License Renewals
1. Andrew E. Snider, 605 Neck Road (ANN-23-7)
2. Tiverton Department of Public Works, 50 Industrial Way (ANN-23-34)
3. Inland Fuel Terminals, 25 State Avenue (ANN-23-17)
4. Phil’s Propane, 477 Crandall Road (ANN-23-3)
5. George’s Gas & Service, 1215 Stafford Road (ANN-23-73)
6. Bally’s Tiverton Casino & Hotel, 777 Casino Blvd. (ANN-23-54)
7. Joe’s Kwik Marts #5014, 1308 Stafford Road (ANN-23-83)
8. Quick Fuel Stop, 861 Main Road (ANN-23-2)
9. Kingfisher Housing Assoc LP, 40 Alicia Circle (ANN-23-111)
10. Standish Boatyard, 1697 Main Road (ANN-25-9)
11. American Dream Gas, 400 Main Road (ANN-23-92)
12. Tiverton Sun, 497 Main Road (ANN-23-114)
13. Ferrellgas LP, 896 Fish Road (ANN-23-110)
President Edwards V opened the public hearing. No one presented to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Councilor Paull motioned to approve the Petroleum Storage license renewals, as listed. Seconded by Councilor deMedeiros, the motion passed unanimously.
J. Flea Market License Renewal
1. Route 177 Flea Market, 1560 Bulgarmarsh Road (ANN-24-17)
President Edwards V opened the public hearing. No one presented to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Councilor Perry motioned to approve the Flea Market license renewal, as listed. Seconded by Councilor Paull, the motion passed unanimously.
E. Mobile Home-Park License Renewals
1. Dadson Estates Mobile Home Park, 301 Bulgarmarsh Road (ANN-24-18)
2. Four Seasons Mobile Home Association, 225 Brayton Road (ANN-23-77)
3. Heritage Home Park Cooperative Inc., 100 Heritage Park (ANN-23-49)
4. Pachet Brook Park Inc., 4502 Main Road (ANN-23-70)
President Edwards V opened the public hearing. No one presented to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Councilor Burk motioned to approve the Mobile Home-Park license renewals, as listed. Seconded by Councilor deMedeiros, the motion passed unanimously.
F. Manufactured Home Elderly Community License Renewal
1. Countryview Estates, 213 Hurst Lane (ANN-24-12)
(pending positive Planning Board Recommendation)
President Edwards V opened the public hearing. No one presented to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Councilor Paull motioned to approve the Manufactured Home Elderly Community license renewal, as listed, subject to meeting all legal requirements. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
G. Quarry
1. Helger Bros. Sand & Gravel, LLC, 1764 Crandall Road (ANN-23-103)
(pending positive Planning Board Recommendation)
President Edwards V opened the public hearing. No one presented to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Councilor Perry motioned to approve the Quarry license renewal, as listed, subject to meeting all legal requirements. Seconded by Councilor Burk, the motion passed unanimously.
I. Fireworks License Renewals
1. Elaine’s Country Store, 1204 Fish Road (ANN-23-94)
2. Crossroads Liquors, 1540 Bulgarmarsh Road (ANN-23-36)
3. RAMCO Fireworks, 1560 Bulgarmarsh Road (ANN-23-8)
4. Firework Connection, 34 Main Road (ANN-23-82)
5. Stateline Tobacco, 29 Stafford Road (ANN-23-95)
6. Tiverton Liquors, 65 Main Road (ANN-23-87)
7. Step By Step Convenience, 429 Main Road (ANN-23-23)
President Edwards V opened the public hearing. No one presented to speak, and the hearing was closed.
Councilor Paul motioned to approve the Fireworks license renewals, as listed. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
9. GENERAL BUSINESS
A. Congratulations and Recognition of the Tiverton High School RIIL Girls Soccer Division IV Champions
Presentation by Representative Edwards and Senator Felag
The Council recognized the success of the Tiverton girls' soccer team after capturing a second straight Division IV state championship. State delegates Edwards and Felag presented citations to the team, acknowledging their impressive performance and resilience throughout the season.
B. Administrator Jones: Discussion and possible vote to approve Resolution 2025-0038 to reallocate
$650,000 for study, siting, design, and building of a Public Works Department, inclusive of a municipal
recycling center
Councilor Paull motioned to approve Resolution 2025-0038. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
C. Administrator Jones: Discussion and possible vote to authorize payment of DaPonte’s Landscaping
Services invoice 0825334 for $3,028.00 using Municipal Capital Account 640 (cont. from 11/10/25)
The Administrator explained the work was related to town renovations, and as DaPonte already has an account
under DPW, no further action was necessary.
D. Police Chief Costa – Discussion and possible vote to authorize Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest
Partnership (BVP) grant application with matching funds for Bulletproof Vests
Councilor Paull motioned to approve the Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) grant application with matching funds for Bulletproof Vests. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
E. Police Chief Costa/ACO Sartini: Discussion and possible vote to consider and advertise a public hearing
on Tiverton Code of Ordinance amendment to Chapter 10 Animals regarding feral/backyard feeder
cats and the prohibition on feeding wildlife
Chief Costa introduced Animal Control Officer Sartini to have her speak to the proposed ordinance she had developed to address the town’s feral cat problem. She explained the ordinance will allow for RIGL 4-22-2 to move from state law to municipal law, to allow related matters to be handled through the district court. She clarified that the new law would mandate that if you feed a cat for a period of 60 days or more, you are now responsible for its care, including spaying/neutering, feeding, and medical care.
Resident Kim Kolodzi asked to speak on the subject. She said that prior to her arrival in town in 2021, she had formed a coalition in southern California that partnered with local shelters, veterinarians, animal control, and foster/rescue groups to manage the feral cat colonies. She stated that we “cannot starve our way out of a cat population problem” and the only true way was to spay/neuter. She hoped for support of rescuers and Trap, Neuter, and Release (TNR) programs, in order to prevent their starvation. She finished by stating that we can be kind and humane and still end the problem with population control.
Councilor Paull motioned to advertise a public hearing for the ordinance. Seconded by Councilor Perry, the motion passed unanimously.
F. Charter Review Commission/Chair Janick – Update related to work to date
Chair Janick briefed the council on the progress of the Charter Review Commission, which forms every six years to discuss and recommend amendments to the Charter. Among the potential recommendations was to establish longer Council terms from 2 to 4 years, which he said would give councilors more time to become accustomed to the role. Other recommended changes included changing the town treasurer position from elected to appointed, adding a town planner to the town charter, and revising the town's budget process to give the schools more time before providing yearly layoff notices on June 1, as well as potentially giving the town’s budget committee an expanded role in the process of budgeting, increasing that committee’s oversight.
He said the commission was scheduled to conclude on December 4. He would be prepared to deliver the commission’s final recommendations at the December 8 Council meeting.
G. Administration Jones - Update on Town Hall Renovations
Administration Jones reminded that completion of the renovations had been held up by the asbestos project. The RFP process had recently been completed, and a vendor had been awarded the contract. He expected the preparation work to commence December 1, with actual abatement work to begin on December 8. He advised that there was a potential that the town hall might need to close for a period, but it was not the intent. He would advise the Council if that became necessary. Of the work completed to date, he described it as an enormous improvement from a customer safety and access perspective, and also improved efficiency in the clerk's office.
H. Administrator Jones - Request to allocate funds from council contingency (1020-6890) related to
boarding fees for property at 35 Hilton Street
Administration Jones noted the request for fees was similar to recently allocated council contingency funds to board the Canonicus Street property. He explained this property had been under investigation by the building, zoning, and police departments for suspected drug use. When illegal activity was confirmed, the building was condemned and boarded. He requested the amount not to exceed $5000. He added that he planned on proposing in the future a specific budget line item for large boarding projects, as well as recommending an RFP for a dedicated on-call contractor for future large boarding jobs as needed.
Councilor Burk motioned approval not to exceed $5,000 from council contingency related to boarding fees for property at 35 Hilton. Seconded by Councilor deMedeiros, the motion passed unanimously.
I. Town Clerk Chabot: Discussion and possible vote to advertise a public hearing on Tiverton Code of
Ordinance – Section 22-3 Holiday business, to repeal this section effective 1/1/2026
Solicitor Marcello explained that under state law, effective January 1, 2026, the ability of the town to issue holiday sales licenses is no longer valid. All businesses can open any day of the week except for Christmas and
Thanksgiving.
Councilor Burk motioned to approve to advertise the public hearing. Seconded by Councilor deMedeiros, the motion passed unanimously.
10. EXECUTIVE SESSION
A. Administrator Jones: R.I.G.L. 42-46-5(a)(5), Discussion and potential vote related to the sale of
town-owned property in the Industrial Park, review of proposal
Councilor Edwards V motioned to enter into Executive Session for agenda item 10-A. Seconded by Councilor deMedeiros, the motion passed unanimously.
The Council entered a closed executive session at approximately 8:45 p.m.
The Council returned to open session at approximately 9:21 p.m.
Councilor Burk motioned to seal the minutes of Executive Session. Councilor deMedeiros seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Solicitor Marcello reported that item 10-A discussion only, no votes were taken.
11. ADJOURNMENT
Councilor Burk motioned to adjourn the meeting. Councilor deMedeiros seconded the motion. The motion unanimously passed. The meeting adjourned at 9:22 p.m.
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ATTEST______________________________________
Joan B. Chabot, Town Clerk