(a) Leaf, lawn, and garden matter contained in paper bags will be picked up curbside on regular collection days weekly from April 1 until December 1 31. Christmas trees will be picked up curbside on regular collection days from January 1 through January 31.

(b) Chipping program: Brush will be collected and chipped by the department of public works by appointment only with the following restrictions:

(1) Piles must be placed curbside on the day of collection, or as instructed by the department of public works.

(2) Piles must be no higher than three (3) feet and no wider than four (4) feet.

(3) Brush larger than four (4) inches in circumference will not be accepted.

(4) No logs or stumps will be accepted.

(5) No piles generated by landscapers will be accepted.

PUBLIC HEARING:

PH-1

Public Hearing for a Transfer of Class A Beverage License

From: Malik’s Liquors, Inc.

254 Market Street

Warren, RI 02885

To: Baba Sameeh, Inc.

d/b/a Malik’s Liquors

254 Market Street

Warren, RI 02885

PETITIONS:

P-1

Request for Yearly Entertainment License

From: Trafford’s Inc. (Russell Goyette)

d/b/a Trafford’s Restaurant

285 Water Street

Warren, RI 02885

P-2

Request for an Amendment of Yearly Entertainment License to extend to the theater.

From: Beneath the Garden, LLC

d/b/a The Upside Tavern

28 Market Street

Warren, RI 02885

**CORRESPONDENCE:

**These items are received and filed with no other action taken.

**C-1

Letter of Recommendations from the Town of Warren to the State Traffic Commission regarding a request for Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons at the existing crosswalk across Main Street (RT 114) located in the vicinity of Main Street and Croade Street and for the installation of a “No Turn on Red” for the Metacom Avenue northbound approach to the signaled intersection at Metacom Avenue/Child Street.

**C-2

Letter of Request from the Town of Warren to Petition the State Traffic Commission on the feasibility of Reconfiguring Some State Transportation Roadways/Infrastructure.

**C-3

Warren Parks and Recreation Department 2023 Annual Report.

**C-4

Resignation Letter from Juvenile Hearing Board member Theresa Jeremiah.

**C-5

Resignation Letter from Planning Board member Matthew Atwood.

**C-6

Resignation Letter from Economic Development Board member Donald H. Mead II.

OLD BUSINESS:

OB-1

Update information regarding a streetlight at Child Street and Long Lane.

(Vice President Calenda).

OB-2

Update information regarding travel lanes on Metacom Avenue.

(Vice President Calenda).

NEW BUSINESS:

NB-1

Discussion, action, and authorization for the Town Council President to sign the Town of Warren Resolution regarding an amendment to the RIGL § 44-18-18.1

to include Class A Liquor Licensees Sales in the levy and imposition of a one percent tax on the gross receipts of the licensee. (Councilmember Cronin)

NB-2

Discussion and action regarding an increase in the number of Class A liquor licenses.

SOLICITOR:

1. Request for executive session pursuant to RIGL § 42-46-5 (a)(2) potential litigation.

(Department Policy including Finance)

2. Discussion and action regarding Pereira v. Town of Warren settlement.

PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT:

1. Discussion, action, and authorization for the Town Council President to sign the Resolution from the Town of Warren in support of contract extension from the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management Office of Water Resources for the “Second Amendment & Restatement of Agreement” for the Wood Street Pump Station Resiliency Improvements.

2. Discussion, action, and approval of letter for support for East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) / Warren Health Equity Zone's (HEZ) Application for a Climate Change Community Action Grant.

3. Discussion, action, and retroactive approval of the On-Call Engineering Services Agreement between the Town of Warren and BETA Group, Inc. related to the Penny Lane Comprehensive Permit Master Plan application, effective November 17, 2023.

4. Discussion, action, and authorization for the Town Council President to sign the Resolution in support of contract extension from RIDEM recreation development grant for the “Second Amendment & Restatement of Agreement” for Burr’s Hill Park and Town Beach Playground improvements.

PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR:

1. Discussion and action regarding bids received for Street Paving Services for Town Roadways.

2. Discussion and action to temporarily extend leaf and yard waste pickup to December 31^st.

3. Discussion and action to request to sell to the highest bidder for the following:

o 2014 Crane Carrier Company Recycle Truck

o 2004 Ford E450 16 Passenger Bus

o 2009 Ambulance

o 1998 Chevrolet 2500 Pickup Truck 4x4

o Oak Roll-Top Desk

o 2014 Ford Taurus

RECREATION DIRECTOR:

1. Discussion and action to add language to the Warren Dog Park Rules and Regulations.

2. Discussion and action to adjust Warren Summer camp rates for 2024.

TOWN CLERK:

1. Request approval for the 2024 Town Council Meeting Schedule.

January 9, 2024 July 9, 2024

February 13, 2024 August 13, 2024

March 12, 2024 September 10, 2024 (Tentative September 9, 2024)

April 9, 2024 October 8, 2024

May 14, 2024 November 12, 2024

June 11, 2024 December 10 2024

APPOINTMENTS:

Associate Housing Court Judge – 1 yr. term

1. Alden C. Harrington-38 Water Street, Warren, RI 02885

Associate Municipal Court Judge – 1 yr. term

1. Brett V. Beaubien-15 Thompson Street, Warren, RI 02885

Board of Canvassers-6 yr. term (3 members + 2 alternates)

1. Joanne Kersh-24 Ellis Avenue, Warren, RI 02885

Bristol County Water Authority-Board of Directors-3 yr. term (3 members)

1. Christopher W. Stanley-402 Market Street, Warren, RI 02885

Building Official-Alternate-1 yr. term

1. William Hanley-307 Main Street, Warren, RI 02885

Coastal Resource Management Council- 1 yr. term (1 member)

1. William J. Hunt Jr.-7 Beechwood Ct., Warren, RI 02885

Conservation Commission – 3 yr. term (7 members)

1. David Weed-23 Bridge Street, Warren, RI 02885

Economic Development Board – 3 yr. term (10 members + 2 alternates)

1. Kathryn Ablaschai-341 Child Street, Unit 1, Warren, RI 02885

2. Jesse Lee Bowen-341 Child Street, Unit 1, Warren, RI 02885

3. Ana Margarita Cabrera (alternate)-21 Federal Street Apt 1, Warren, RI 02885

4. Paul Thomas Gordon (alternate)-597 Child Street, Warren, RI 02885

Electrical Inspector -1 yr. term

1. Nicholas T. Massed-44 Everett Street, Warren, RI 02885

Electrical Inspector -Alternate-1 yr. term

1. Frederick Souza-875 Hope Street, Bristol, RI 02809

Harbor Management Commission – 3 yr. term (7 members)

1. Donald Betts-64 Water Street, Warren, RI 02885

2. Craig Lippman-25 Shore Drive, Warren, RI 02885

3. Donald (Rock) Singewald-10 Taylor Street, Warren, RI 02885

Holiday Festival- 1-year term (1 member)

1. Elwood Donnelly-20 Campbell Street, Warren, RI 02885

Juvenile Hearing Board – 3 yr. term (5members + 2 alternates)

1. Donna Razza-17 Denver Avenue, Warren, RI 02885

2. Geoffrey Keegan(alternate)-30 Beth Avenue, Warren, RI 02885

3. William F. Gosselin (alternate)-8 Colonial Drive, Warren, RI 02885

Library Trustee – 1 yr. term (2 members)

1. Carol A. Gafford-700 Metacom Avenue #133, Warren, RI 02885

2. John S. Chaney-172 Water Street, Warren, RI 02885

Municipal Court Judge – 1 yr. term

1. John J. Rego-29 Long Lane, Warren, RI 02885

Planning Board – 3 yr. term (7 members + 2 alternates)

1. Tyler C. Dixon, Jr., -60 Brownell Street, Warren, RI 02885

Plumbing/ Mechanical Inspector – 1 yr. term

1. Peter J. Withers-8 Brady St. Warren, RI 02885

Plumbing/ Mechanical Inspector – Alternate -1 yr. term

1. Gordon Meiggs-29 Greylock Road, Bristol, RI 02809

Probate Judge – 2 yr. term

1. Anthony DeSisto

Recreation Board -3yr. term – 5 members

1. Carol A. Gafford-700 Metacom Avenue Unit 133, Warren, RI 02885

2. Sarah Normandin-175 Fatima Drive, Warren, RI 02885

Town Sergeant – 1 yr. term

1. Arthur M. Franco-5 Country Road, Warren, RI 02885

Tree Commission – 3 yr. term – (5 members)

1. Elizabeth Lowe Andreadis-766 Main Street, Warren, RI 02885

2. Marian L. Clark-81 Union Street, Warren, RI 02885

Tree Warden-1 yr. term

1. Stephen Patistea-10 Kenny Drive, Warren, RI 02885

Voluntary Historic District Committee – 4 yr. term (5 members + 2 alternates)

1. Davison Bolster- 53 State Street, Warren, RI 02885

2. Jesse Cannon (alternate)-91 Main Street Unit 233B, Warren, RI 02885

3. Carol Meeker-54 Washington Street, Warren, RI 02885

Warren Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board of Directors-3 yr. term (6 members)

1. Joan Brenner Coltrain-1 Stonegate Road, Warren, RI 02885

2. Kristin Nancy Read-40 Cherry Street, Warren, RI 02885

Warren Housing Authority-5 yr. term (5 Members)

1. William (Woody) J. Kemp, 16 Bridge Street, Warren, RI 02885

Zoning Board of Review-5 yr. term (5 members +2 alternates)

1. Andrew G. Ellis-31 Liberty Street, Warren, RI 02885

2. Michael Anthony Alves (alternate), 35 Overhill Road, Warren, RI 02885

3. David J. Francis (alternate)-22 Haile Street, Warren, RI 02885

Adjournment:

Individuals requesting interpreter services for the hearing impaired must notify the Town Clerk’s Office at least forty-eight (48) Hours prior to the meeting. 401-245-7340(voice) or “via RI Relay 1-800-745-5555” (TTY).

Posted: 12/07/2023 S.O.S Website, Town Hall, and Library.