WARREN TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
October 13, 2026
Town Hall, Town Council Chambers
514 Main Street
7:00 PM
The Meeting will be live streamed on YouTube (Copy and Paste the Entire Line/Link)
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The public is welcome to attend in-person in the Town Council Chambers at 514 Main Street.
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Written public comment to be read into the record must be received via email or in writing by Town Clerk Sandrea Speroni (ssperoni@townofwarren-ri.gov) no later than 4:00 PM on October 13, 2026.
RESOLUTION:
RECOGNITION:
PROCLAMATION:
PROCLAMATION:
INTERVIEWS:
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee-1 position available (5 members):
1.
Arts & Culture Commission-2 position available (9 members):
1. Agnieszka Rosner-350 Water Street, Warren, RI 02885
Juvenile Hearing Board-1 alternate position available (5 members + 2 alternates):
1. Katherine Primeau-175 Water Street 2R, Warren, RI 02885
Planning Board-2 alternate positions available
(7 members + 2 alternates):
1.
Tax Board of Assessment Review-2 positions available (5 members):
1.
Zoning Board of Review-1 position available (5 members + 2 alternates):
1.
RESIGNATIONS:
Discussion and action regarding the advertisement of open board position(s) and request the Town Clerk to send an appreciation letter to the following resigning board member(s):
· Planning Board Member John Bento
· Recreation and Juvenile Hearing Board Member Maria Ursini
· Voluntary Historic District Committee Alternate Member Lisa A. Martins
ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES:
Acceptance of September 14, 2026, Regular Scheduled Meeting Minutes
Acceptance of September 14, 2026, Executive Session Meeting Minutes
Acceptance of September 29, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes
Acceptance of August 11, 2026, Executive Session Meeting Minutes
(continued from September 14, 2026 meeting)
*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no separate discussion of these items unless requested by a council member or citizen, in which event the item will be withdrawn from the General Order of Business and considered in the normal sequence on the agenda.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:
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PETITIONS:
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Request for a Class F Beverage License
From: Anthony Urban
500 Metacom Avenue
Warren, RI 02885
Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026 (Date Change)
(Original date May 10, 2026)
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Location: St. Thomas the Apostle Church
500 Metacom Avenue
Warren, RI 02885
Event: Dominga Night
Request for a Class F1 Beverage License
(Amendment from Class F Beverage License)
From: Julie Blount
11 Wheaton Street
Warren, RI 02885
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Parker Mills
426 Metacom Avenue
Warren, RI 02885
Event: Warren Heritage Foundation 12th Annual Gala-Harvest & Heritage
Request for a Two-Day Entertainment License
From: Elwood Donnelly
20 Campbell Steet
Warren, RI 02885
Date: Friday, November 27, 2026 and Saturday, November 28, 2026
Time: Friday 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Saturday 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Place: Parts of Water Street and Main Street
Warren, RI 02885
Event: Warren Holiday Festival
Entertainment: Music, Magic and Activities along the Streets of Water and Main
PUBLIC HEARING:
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Chapter 32-ZONING, Article VIII.-Zoning District Use Regulations, Sec. 32-55.-
Wholesale Business and Storage Uses. (Self-Storage Facilities Allowed by Special Use
Permit in Certain Zones). (2nd Reading) (continued from September 14, 2026 meeting)
| Wholesale Business and Storage Uses | R40 | R20 | R15 | R10 | R6 | VB | B | W | SD | M | CI | FC |
| Wholesale Business and Storage of Non-Flammable and Non- Explosive Materials Within a Structure | | | | | | S | S | S | S | P | S | |
| Open Lot Storage of New Building Materials or Machinery | | | | | | | S | | | S | | |
| Storage of Flammable Materials | | | | | | | | | | S | | |
| Self-Storage Facilities | | | | | | | S | | | S | S | |
ORDINANCE:
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Chapter 12. MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC, Article II- Operation of Vehicles (1st reading)
Sec. 12-30. - Designated fines.
Sec. 12-30- Obedience to stop signs.
Every driver of a vehicle approaching a stop sign shall stop before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersection. In the event there is no crosswalk, the driver shall stop at a clearly marked stop line, but if none, then at the point nearest the intersecting roadway where the driver has a view of approaching traffic on the intersecting roadway before entering the intersection, except when directed to proceed by a police officer or traffic control signal.
Sec. 12-31. - Designated fines.
The designated fines for violation of this article are specifically listed as follows:
Stop sign ....$35.00
Traffic signal ....$35.00
One-way street ....$35.00
Left turn prohibited ....$35.00
Payment of such fines may be made in accordance with the provisions of section 12-64 of this Code.
(Ord. of 4-9-91(2); Ord. of 4-12-2005; Ord. No. O-3, 8-14-2007)
Secs. 12-31 12-32—12-50. - Reserved.
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Chapter 32-ZONING, Article XXVIII.-Rural Business Zoning District,
Sec. 32-166.-Permitted Uses. (1st reading)
All uses permitted within the rural business district shall require a special use permit, unless otherwise indicated. Those uses permitted within the rural business district by special use permit are:
| Veterinary hospital | Trade school | Office building |
| Specialty service businesses | Appliance repair | Commercial recreation structure |
| Landscaping services | Automotive repair | Boat repair and service |
| Wholesale business | Wholesale storage | Communication studio |
| Light assembly | Manufacturing uses | Plumbing, welding, carpentry |
| Commercial agriculture | Greenhouse/Nursery | Retail sales of goods produced onsite |
| Tele exchange/call center | Catering Service | Funeral home/Mortuary |
| Restaurant (full-service only, drive-thru prohibited) | Bank | Farm* |
| Personal service businesses | Cannabis retailer | Boat and Trailer Storage Accessory to Boat Repair, Service and Manufacturing |
| Telecommunication antenna attached to existing structures and modifications thereto | ||
| Wood-related retail and services (including stoves, parts and wood-based fuel) | ||
*A farm that is greater than ten (10) acres and has been in operation as a farm engaged in agriculture, horticulture, stabling of animals, commercial greenhouses or nurseries, and aquaculture, engaged in any form of such listed activities ten years prior to seeking designation as a farm, shall be considered a farm for purposes of this ordinance and a permitted use, without need for a special use permit, in the Rural Business District.
(Amd. of 10-8-13; Amd. of 6-9-15; Ord. of 11-12-2025(2))
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Chapter 14-PARKS AND RECREATIONS*, Article III. Parks And Recreation
Areas, Sec. 14-49.-Use of facilities generally. (1st Reading)
(a) All pets must be under control and kept on a leash at all times while in any of the Town's parks and recreational facilities. Those in control of said animals are required to clean up after their animals and may be required to show proof of same when requested by park or police personnel. To protect the public's health and safety, the Town reserves the right to limit or restrict access for dogs at any Town-owned park or field facility.
(See Article V, Athletic Recreation Sites and Facilities for further restrictions.)
(b) Littering is prohibited; trash must be disposed of in the receptacles provided.
(c) No alcoholic beverages shall be consumed or sold at any parks and recreational facility without a permit issued by the Town Council.
(d) No person shall be allowed to sell goods or services at any of the Town's parks and recreation areas without a peddler's license issued by the Town Council.
(e) No camping is permitted, except by special permit issued by the Parks and Recreation Department.
(f) No person shall be allowed to feed any fowl of any type, including seagulls, ducks, geese and pigeons, in any public recreation area.
(g) No person shall cut, remove, or damage any tree, shrub or vegetation within a park area, nor shall any person deface any building or public property.
(Ord. of 6-12-2018(1))
Chapter 7-FINANCE AND TAXATION*, Article VI. Real Estate Non-Utilization Tax
(1st Reading)
· Sec. 7-145. - Definitions
· Sec. 7-146. - Imposition and Implementation of the Non-Utilization Tax
· Sec. 7-147. - Exemptions, Notification, and Assessment Procedures.
CORRESPONDENCE:
**These items are received and filed with no other action taken.
Bristol County Water Authority Monthly Report.
Department Head Reports.
NEW BUSINESS:
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Discussion and action regarding the dedication of the East Warren Bike Path in
memory of Corporal David C. Massa. (President DePasquale)
TOWN MANAGER:
1. Discussion and action regarding a proposal from the University of Massachusetts, Boston, Edward J. Collins Jr Center for Public Management to develop Financial Policies and Procedures for the Finance Department.
2. Discussion and action regarding bid for HVAC System for the MCC Room at the Wastewater Treatment Facility.
3. Discussion and action regarding bid for the Roof Deck Repairs at the Wastewater Treatment Facility.
4. Discussion and action regarding postage machine lease.
5. Discussion and action regarding update from the Traffic Commission concerning:
· Snow and Ice on Sidewalks
· Nobert Street
· Orchard Avenue
SOLICITOR:
1. Request a motion for Executive Session (closed session) Pursuant to RIGL § 42-46-5 Sub Section (a) (1) (Personnel). (employee has been notified)
2. Discussion and action on items discussed in executive session.
FINANCE DIRECTOR:
TAX ASSESSOR:
1. Additions to 2026 tax roll in the amount of $3,694.35.
RECREATION DIRECTOR:
1. Discussion and action regarding approval for Kayla Sibilia of Altear, LLC to use Warren Town Beach for sauna operations from November 2026 through May 2027, daily from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
2. Discussion and action regarding Veterans Field (RIDEM Recreational Grant) project change orders:
· Techline Sports Lighting $11,905.00-light pole water issue
· Beausoleil Bros Bleachers $2,500.00 + $5,475.00 = $7,975.00 - original measurements off, need more concrete for the ramp
3. Discussion and action on the formation of rules and regulations regarding the use of the track at Veteran’s Field.
Planning and Community Development:
1. Discussion regarding GrowSmart Event taking place on October 17, 2026.
2. Discussion and action regarding Community Development Block Grants.
3. Update on the application to Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) on the extension of the East Warren Bike Path.
4. Discussion on the Request for Proposals (RFP) packet.
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR:
1. Discussion and action regarding Winter Storm Operations.
TOWN CLERK:
1. Discussion and action to begin Tuesday, November 10, 2026 Town Council meeting at 6:00 pm.
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: 10-08-2026 S.O.S Website, Town Hall, and Library