*Consent Agenda- all items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine by the Town Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless requested by a council member or citizen, in which event the item will be withdrawn from the General Order of Business and considered in the normal sequence on the agenda.

*CONSENT AGENDA:

*P-1, *P-2

PETITIONS:

*P-1

Request for a Class F Beverage License

From: Susan Hoffma Rabideau

17 Sandra Drive

Bristol, RI 02809

Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025

Time: 5:15 pm-8:00 pm

Location: St. Mary of the Bay Church

645 Main Street

Warren, RI 02885

Event: St. Patrick’s Dinner

*P-2

Request of extension of hours

From: Clube Recreativo e Cultural Portuguese

132 Child Street

Warren, RI 02885

Date: Saturday, March 1, 2025

Time: until 2:00 am

Date: Saturday, March 2, 2025

Time: until 2:00 am

Event: Annual Carnaval 2025

P-3

Request for a Mobile Food Establishment (MFE) Permit

From: Meat Sweats RI (Matthew E. Cowell)

109 Breakheart Hill Road

West Greenwich, RI 02817

P-4

Request for a Class F Beverage License

From: David Oliveira- Warren Citizens for Appropriate Development

175 Schoolhouse Road

Warren, RI 02885

Date: March 1, 2025

Time: 5:00 pm -9:00 pm

Location: Frerichs Farm

65 Kinnicutt Avenue

Warren, RI 02885

Event: Dinner at the Farm

CORRESPONDENCE:

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

**C-1

Bristol County Water Authority Monthly Report.

**C-2

Letter from Chief Executive Officer, Jennifer W. Fairbank, of Visiting Nurse/Home

& Hospice regarding the 2023 annual report.

**C-3

Warren Parks and Recreation Department 2024 Annual Report.

**C-4

Resolution from the Chariho Regional School District in Support of Full Funding of Categorical Transportation Aid as Outlined in RIGL § 16-7.2-6.

**C-5

Resignation from The 250^th Commission member Joseph DePasquale.

OLD BUSINESS:

OB-1

Discussion and action regarding Town of Warren, Wastewater Treatment

Operator, H2O Innovation, and Synagro.

OB-2

Update on Town of Warren State Road maintenance, upkeep, and safety

improvements:

· Pedestrian Crosswalks at Crossroads Restaurant, Market Street Pub, and the top of Miller Street.

· Move location of crosswalk on Main Street closer to the corner.

· Repair and paint the traffic light on Main and Market.

· Clean State sidewalks.

OB-3

Discussion and action regarding the new State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP).

NEW BUSINESS:

NB-1

Discussion and action for the reduction of members and alternates for the Economic Development Board from 9 members + 2 alternates to 5 members + 2 alternates. (Vice-President Cronin)

NB-2

Request for sponsorship from Lane Talbot Sparkman, Sense of Pride program $150.00.

NB-3

Discussion and action regarding findings and recommendations of the Auditor General's Municipality Financial Trend Report, Fiscal Years 2019-2023, Issued September 2024 as it relates to Warren (pg. 79-80). (Councilman Trombley)

NB-4

Discussion and Action regarding improving transparency in municipal government. (Councilman Trombley)

NB-5

Discussion and action regarding the adoption of ordinances related to accessory dwelling units. (Councilman Trombley)

NB-6

Discussion and action regarding the adoption of ordinances establishing permitted use in the model of "Cottages on Greene" in certain zones. (Councilman Trombley)

NB-7

Discussion and action requesting the Town Manager to study and make recommendations regarding revisions to municipal fees and fines.

(Councilman Trombley)

NB-8

Discussion and action regarding planting plan for the exterior landscape of the

Warren Town Hall. (Chuck Staton-Tree Commission)

NB-9

Town Hall Repairs (Councilman Rego):

· Repair front door of the Town Hall.

· Repair and paint the front side stairwell to the second floor

· Add stronger lighting to the Town Hall entrance.

· Repair and paint the lower entrance to the Town Hall windows.

NB-10

Send request to our Legislators to amend Low- & Moderate-Income Housing legislation to include Nursing Homes. (Councilman Rego)

NB-11

Clarify procedures for Councilors to place item on the agenda. (Councilman Rego)

NB-12

Request Department Heads to provide a monthly report. (Councilman Rego)

TOWN MANAGER:

1. Discussion regarding Rhode Island Energy Projects:

· Replacement of the large wooden transmission poles starting from the Swansea line.

· Replacement of 22 poles on Water Street.

· Replacement of gas lines on side streets running off Water Street.

2. Update on Broken Bridge.

SOLICITOR:

1. Discussion and action regarding subrogation claim of Geico Insurance regarding Fleming Incident.

2. Request a motion for Executive Session (closed session) Pursuant to RIGL § 42-46-5 Sub Section (a) (2) collective bargaining. (USW) (Update)

FINANCE DIRECTOR:

1. Revenues & Expenditures.

2. Discussion on report from Department Heads regarding line items that may go over budget.l

3. Discussion regarding non-discretionary expenses under contract

PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR:

1. Discussion, update, and action regarding RIDOT South Main Street improvement plan.

Discussion and action regarding a request for a Resolution in support of amending State Law Relating to Highways-Sidewalks.l

ADJOURMENT:

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: 02-06-2025 S.O.S Website, Town Hall, and Library.