East Providence public meetings in 2022

Regular Meeting

The East Providence City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several major items, including the second passage of ordinances authorizing up to $148 million in bonds for school construction, $4.85 million for sewer system improvements, and $26.1 million for water system infrastructure. The council will also consider zoning ordinance amendments, including adding a unified development review article, and vote on a tentative agreement with the Paraprofessionals' Association in executive session.

• Ordinance for $148,000,000 school construction bond (second passage)
• Ordinance for $4,850,000 wastewater system revenue bonds (second passage)
• Ordinance for $26,100,000 water revenue bonds (second passage)
• Zoning amendment adding Article XI, unified development review (first/final passage)
• Resolution to sell real property at 336 Bullocks Point Avenue

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The East Providence Waterfront Development Special District Commission is meeting to vote on previous meeting minutes and accept an audit report. The commission will also receive a report regarding a site walk of 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

• Acceptance of Audit Report from Greg Parisi, Baxter, Dansereau, and Associates LLP
• Design Review Committee site walk report for 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway

The Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the November 17, 2022 meeting and accepted the annual audit report. Members discussed a recent site walk of 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway and received staff updates on grants and property developments.

• Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted annual audit report from Baxter, Dansereau, and Associates LLP (unanimous)

East Providence Assessment Board of Review

The Board of Assessment Review is meeting to hear 2022 tax assessment appeals. The board will decide whether to approve, continue, table, dismiss, or deny the submitted appeal.

• Tax appeal for PACE Org. Of RI at 10 Tripps Ln regarding real and personal property tax exemption

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Conservation Commission is meeting to provide an advisory opinion on design guidelines for the Metacomet sub-district. The body will also discuss a pedestrian link from Redland Avenue to the Ten Mile River Bike Path and stormwater management updates.

• Advisory opinion on Metacomet sub-district design guidelines
• Pedestrian link from Redland Avenue (parcel 502-05-068.00) to Ten Mile River Bike Path
• Army National Guard remediation status of former Rumford Rifle Range
• Runnins River stormwater management plan update
• Comprehensive Plan update

The Conservation Commission voted to support in principle design guidelines proposed by Keep Metacomet Green. The body recommended that the East Providence Waterfront Commission adopt these guidelines.

• Adopted November 15 meeting minutes
• Approved support in principle for KMG proposed design guidelines (Chair abstained)
• Recommended East Providence Waterfront Commission adopt KMG guidelines
• Determined Planning Department staff should conduct site visit for Redland Avenue pedestrian link

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board voted to provide a positive recommendation to the City Council for amendments to Chapter 19 of Zoning. The recommendation is contingent upon adding specific application and recording fees and limiting the board's authority to dimensional relief only.

• Recommended Unified Development Review ordinance to City Council with revisions (6-0)
• Entered Planning Department memorandum dated 12/6/22 into the record (6-0)

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved a new Collection Development Policy and the 2023 holiday closing schedule. The board also scheduled future meetings at the Riverside and Fuller library locations.

• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved new Collection Development Policy (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Library Holiday Closing Schedule (unanimous)
• Scheduled March 2023 meeting at Riverside Library
• Scheduled October 2023 meeting at Fuller Library

Regular Meeting

The East Providence City Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session on the disposition of publicly held property at 0 Standish. In open session, they will vote on several ordinances, resolutions, and licenses, including a $148 million school construction bond, water and sewer revenue bonds, and purchases for the Police Department. The agenda also includes public hearings on traffic ordinances, appointments, and a farewell message from the Council President.

• Ordinance authorizing up to $148,000,000 in bonds for school construction and renovation, subject to state aid
• Ordinance authorizing up to $4,850,000 in wastewater system revenue bonds
• Ordinance authorizing up to $23,100,000 in water revenue bonds
• Resolution authorizing purchase of 50 computers and monitors for the Police Department
• Resolution authorizing purchase of network switches and firewalls for the Police Department

East Providence Economic Development

The Economic Development Commission will meet to discuss a loan application request. This item is scheduled for review during an executive session to avoid adversely affecting the public interest.

• Loan application request of The Nerdy Baker

The Economic Development Commission reconvened from executive session and unanimously voted to decline a $99,000 loan application for The Nerdy Baker due to insufficient collateral, business capital, and management experience. The commission also heard a staff report on the UDAG account balance and property sales, and voted to adjourn.

• Declined $99,000 loan for The Nerdy Baker (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:04 PM (unanimous)

East Providence Police and Fire Retirement System Pension Board

The Board approved a 2023 meeting schedule with a new 9:00 a.m. start time and authorized the creation of comprehensive information packets for retiring police and fire employees. Trustees also approved the consent calendar, which included various invoices and trade authorizations. A decision regarding a pay increase for the pension clerk was tabled pending a review of documented work hours.

• Approved 2023 meeting dates (Feb 13, May 15, Aug 14, Nov 20) at 9:00 a.m.
• Approved creation of inclusive retirement information packets
• Approved consent calendar including invoices and trade authorizations
• Tabled re-adoption of Investment Policy Statement
• Tabled pension clerk compensation increase pending time documentation

East Providence Assessment Board of Review

The Board of Assessment Review heard three tax appeals regarding commercial and tangible assets. All three appeals were denied by unanimous votes.

• Denied tax appeal for Bank of America NA at 3400 Pawtucket Avenue (unanimous)
• Denied tax appeal for Mansion House Trust & Pawtucket House Trust at 2928 Pawtucket Ave (unanimous)
• Denied tangible tax bill appeal for 370 Wampanoag Trl due to applicant absence (unanimous)

East Providence Economic Development

The Economic Development Commission is meeting to provide recommendations on several storefront improvement grant applications. The session includes a staff report and new business regarding specific applicants.

• Grant application recommendation: O Dinis
• Grant application recommendation: Way of the Dragon
• Grant application recommendation: Fred’s Service Center
• Grant application recommendation: 373 Taunton LLC

The East Providence Economic Development Commission unanimously approved Storefront Improvement Grant applications for four local businesses. Commissioners also received updates from staff regarding delinquent COVID-19 emergency loans, an ongoing tourism assessment, and active grant applications.

• Approved Storefront Improvement Grant Application for O Dinis (Unanimous)
• Approved Storefront Improvement Grant Application for Way of the Dragon (Unanimous)
• Approved Storefront Improvement Grant Application for Fred’s Service Center (Unanimous)
• Approved Storefront Improvement Grant Application for 373 Taunton LLC (Unanimous)

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The East Providence Waterfront Development Special District Commission is meeting to appoint a new DRC Chair and discuss design guidelines for the Metacomet sub-district. The meeting includes comments from the Cultural Landscape Foundation.

• Vote on the appointment of Steve Amoroso as Chair of DRC
• Discussion of design guidelines for Metacomet sub-district
• Comments from Heather Andrade of the Cultural Landscape Foundation
• Vote to approve September 15, 2022 meeting minutes

The Commission approved the minutes from the September 15, 2022 meeting and appointed a new Chair for the DRC. Members discussed draft design guidelines for the Metacomet sub-district and received a presentation on the Veterans Memorial Parkway.

• Approved September 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Steve Amoroso as Chair of DRC (unanimous)

East Providence Housing Authority

The East Providence Housing Authority Board of Commissioners meets to review financial reports and vote on several operational items. Key decisions include approving a write-off of $14,288.42, setting new flat rents for public housing, and accepting bids for property improvements. The board also votes on a change order for an entrance ramp at Harbor View Manor.

• Vote on write-off amount of $14,288.42
• Vote on Resolution #564 for proposed Public HA Flat Rents
• Vote on Resolution #565 for updated ACOP Plan revisions
• Vote on change order #8 for Harbor View Entrance Ramp ($124,316.50)
• Vote on bid acceptance for Warren Avenue Improvements ($268,850.00)

The East Providence Housing Authority Board of Commissioners approved routine reports, a write-off amount of $14,288.42, flat rents, and ACOP plan revisions. The board also approved a $124,316.50 change order for the Harbor View entrance ramp and a $268,850.00 bid for Warren Avenue improvements. Additionally, staff holiday time and $150 employee gift cards were approved.

• Accepted October 18, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Accepted Executive Director Report (5-0)
• Accepted Public Housing Vacancy Report (5-0)
• Accepted Housing Choice Voucher Report (5-0)
• Accepted Family Self Sufficiency Report (5-0)
• Accepted Paid Bills Report for October 2022 (5-0)
• Accepted Resident Coordinator Report (5-0)
• Approved write off amount of $14,288.42 (5-0)

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Conservation Commission will meet to receive updates on several environmental and infrastructure projects. Discussions include stormwater management and the city's Comprehensive Plan.

• Army National Guard remediation of former Rumford Rifle Range (Ten Mile River Greenway)
• Runnins River stormwater management plan update
• Trailhead Kiosk project update
• Newman crossing trailhead
• Correspondence from Keep Metacomet Green

The Commission adopted the October 18 meeting minutes with corrections. The remainder of the meeting consisted of status updates on city planning, stormwater management, and trail maintenance.

• Adopted October 18 meeting minutes with corrections

East Providence Tree Commission

The East Providence Tree Commission is meeting to review tree planting projects and the city forester position. The body will also discuss a new web page regarding city trees, permits, and ordinances.

• Review of Orlo Avenue School tree planting
• Planned Hennessey School planting for spring 2023
• Tree planting at Bullocks Point Avenue
• Study of Dover Avenue right of way and tree sites
• Update on Capital Improvements Budgets for Trees from 2020 to present

The commission took no substantive policy or regulatory decisions, conducting routine business and approving the prior meeting's minutes. Members discussed progress on tree plantings at local elementary schools and Bullocks Point Avenue, and noted the City Council allocated $50,000 in the 2022–2023 budget for a City Forester position.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimously)

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider providing advisory opinions to the City Council regarding multiple amendments to Chapter 19 of the city Zoning Ordinance. This includes a proposal to introduce a Unified Development Review ordinance.

• Advisory opinion on amendments to multiple sections of Chapter 19 Zoning Ordinance
• Advisory opinion on adding Article XI Unified Development Review to Chapter 19
• Approval of September 12, 2022 and October 11, 2022 minutes

The Planning Board recommended several updates to the city Zoning Ordinance, including changes to off-street parking requirements and use regulations. The Board also requested further review of additional allowed uses in I-1 Zones. A proposal for a Unified Development Review ordinance was continued to next month.

• Approved minutes for Sept 19 and Oct 11, 2022 (4-0)
• Recommended positive amendments to multiple Zoning Ordinance sections including parking and use regulations (4-0)
• Directed Planning Department to align 'Mixed Use' definition with Rhode Island General Laws (4-0)
• Requested City Council direct Planning Department to review the McCoy Memorandum regarding I-1 Zone uses (4-0)
• Continued Unified Development Review ordinance item to next month (4-0)

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The Board unanimously approved eligibility and certification lists for several municipal positions. These lists cover roles in police, public works, senior services, and administration.

• Approved Lateral Police Officer eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Accounts Payable Clerk eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved P/T Building and Zoning Electrical Inspector eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved P/T Community Health Worker- Senior Services eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved P/T Housing Rehabilitation Specialist eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Clerk Typist II Highway eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Fuller Creative Learning Center Assistant eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Assistant Superintendent of Public Buildings and Water Operations Manager lists (unanimous)

East Providence Historic District Commission

The East Providence Historic District Commission will meet to review new business items. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Green Jacket Shoal and a city-wide interpretive sign program.

• Green Jacket Shoal – David Robinson
• City-wide Interpretive sign program
• Little Neck and Newman Cemeteries

East Providence Canvassing Authority

The East Providence Canvassing Authority is meeting to conduct necessary business for the General Election. The agenda does not list specific items for decision or discussion.

The Canvassing Authority met to open and close polling locations. The board visited precincts throughout the day and scheduled a reconvening for the following day to handle write-ins.

• Approved opening polling locations (3-0)
• Approved closing polls at 8PM without recessing the meeting (3-0)

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The Zoning Board of Review will consider three dimensional variance petitions regarding parking, lot subdivisions, and residential additions. The board will also swear in Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel.

• Petition 6922: Request to retain expanded parking and trash storage at 100 and 120 Forbes Street
• Petition 6923: Request to subdivide parcels at 0 and 91 Main Street
• Petition 6924: Request for additions at 253 Terrace Avenue exceeding maximum coverages and side-yard setbacks
• Swearing in of Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel

The Board approved dimensional variances for a lot subdivision on Main Street and home additions on Terrace Avenue. A petition regarding parking and trash storage on Forbes Street was continued to a later date.

• Approved dimensional variances for lot subdivision at 0 and 91 Main Street (5-0)
• Approved dimensional variances for home additions at 253 Terrace Avenue with a stipulation of no windows on the south side (5-0)
• Continued Petition No. 6922 for 100 and 120 Forbes Street to January 11, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The East Providence Library Board of Trustees will review and vote on the Fuller Use Policy and the Meeting Room Policy. The board will also discuss the cost of color printing and the legal authority of the Trustees.

• Vote on updated Fuller Use Policy
• Vote on Meeting Room Policy
• Vote to lower cost of color printing
• Financial end of year report
• Evaluation of Farmers Market 2022

The Board of Trustees approved a revised Meeting Room Policy and reduced the cost of color printing. Members also voted to amend the Fuller Use policy and decided to consult the city solicitor regarding the Board's legal authority.

• Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to strike one word and one sentence from the Fuller Use policy (unanimous)
• Approved Meeting Room Policy with the addition of '2022' (unanimous)
• Approved lowering color printing cost from $1.00 to $0.50 (unanimous)
• Decided to appoint a meeting with the city solicitor to review Board authority laws

East Providence City Council

The East Providence City Council is reviewing several resolutions to apply for state revolving funds for clean and drinking water projects. The body is also voting on traffic ordinances and renewing various city licenses.

• Application for Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Program for up to $23,100,000
• Application for Clean Water State Revolving Fund Program for up to $4,850,000
• Ordinance for stop sign at Lakeside Street (northbound) and Catalpa Avenue
• Ordinance to prohibit parking on Dover Avenue (both sides) from Warren Avenue southerly for 50 feet
• Resolution in support of Ballot Question 3 for $50 million in Green Economy Bonds

The East Providence City Council approved a new stop sign on Lakeside Street and a parking restriction on Dover Avenue. The Council also passed resolutions supporting Green Economy Bonds and applications for state revolving funds for water projects. Additionally, the Council approved several claims, sewer abatements, and two handicapped parking requests.

• Approved stop sign at Lakeside Street and Catalpa Avenue (4-0)
• Approved parking restriction on Dover Avenue (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Ballot Question 3 (5-0)
• Approved applications for state water revolving funds (5-0)
• Approved two handicapped parking requests (5-0)
• Approved claims for Nicole Barrows ($300) and Domingos Domingues ($568)
• Approved seven sewer abatements totaling $11,614.10
• Tabled annual miscellaneous license renewals to Nov 15 (5-0)

East Providence Economic Development

The Economic Development Commission will meet to discuss a loan application and provide recommendations for storefront improvement grants. The body will enter an executive session to review a specific investment request.

• Loan application request of Tropical Ilhas
• Storefront Improvement Grant application: Millers Roast Beef
• Storefront Improvement Grant application: High Tide Holdings
• Storefront Improvement Grant application: All Seasons Cafe

The Commission approved a $50,000 loan for Tropical Ilhas, Inc. and three storefront improvement grants. The body also directed staff to seek full payment from Fella’s Fitness and send collection letters to two other businesses.

• Approved $50,000 loan to Tropical Ilhas, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Miller’s Roast Beef storefront improvement grant (unanimous)
• Approved High Tide Holdings storefront improvement grant (unanimous)
• Approved DK LLC for the benefit of All Seasons Café storefront improvement grant (unanimous)
• Approved Open Session Minutes of April 21, 2022 (unanimous)

East Providence LBGTQI+ Affairs Board

The board is reviewing old business regarding sub-committees and city coordination. Discussion items include requesting a budget from the City Council and increasing awareness of the council.

• Request for budget from City Council
• Motion to create a Pride committee
• Coordination with Weaver Library for event hosting
• Request to add meetings and events to the City website
• Proposal to invite State Representatives to meetings

Regular Meeting

The East Providence City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the $212,623,141 FY2022 budget ordinance and a property tax assessment ordinance. They will also consider several licenses, including a new BV license for The Incred-A-Bowl Food Company, and discuss updates on Dewey Avenue flooding and the Cumberland Farms Newport Avenue project.

• Appropriation of $212,623,141 for city government FY ending October 31, 2022
• Property tax assessment and collection ordinance (second passage)
• New BV license for The Incred-A-Bowl Food Company at 1075 S Broadway
• Resolution authorizing contract for three police vehicles
• No parking ordinance on Roger Williams Avenue (west side) from Wilson Avenue north 135 feet

East Providence Canvassing Authority

The East Providence Canvassing Authority approved minutes from September 29, 2022, and reorganized the board by ratifying Peter Barilla Sr. as presiding officer and selecting Christopher Dias as clerk. The board also approved the final canvassing and correction of the district list of voters for the November 8, 2022 general election.

• Approved minutes from the September 29, 2022 meeting (3-0)
• Ratified and confirmed Peter Barilla Sr. as presiding officer (3-0)
• Selected Christopher Dias as clerk (3-0)
• Approved final canvassing and correction of district list of voters for the November 8, 2022 general election (3-0)

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Conservation Commission will meet to receive updates on several environmental and infrastructure projects. Discussions include stormwater management and city development.

• Army National Guard remediation of former Rumford Rifle Range (Ten Mile River Greenway)
• Runnins River stormwater management plan update
• Trailhead Kiosk project update
• Newman crossing trailhead
• Comprehensive Plan update

The Commission approved the minutes from November 16, 2021, and unanimously elected its officers for 2022. Members discussed various maintenance needs at Hunt's Mills and Turner Reservoir, and received updates on city-wide tree surveys and grant applications.

• Approved November 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Elected Keith Gonsalves as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Ernie Germani as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected James Boyd as Secretary (unanimous)

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The East Providence Board of Library Trustees will meet to review financial reports and discuss several new business items. The board is considering pay rate increases for two vacant part-time positions and a solicitation policy.

• Pay rate increases for 2 part-time vacant positions
• Solicitation Policy
• Copper Beech Tree Painting Commission
• December 5, 2022 staff training

The Board of Trustees approved a new solicitation policy and authorized the library to close on December 5, 2022, for staff training on crisis de-escalation and homelessness. The board also approved the September meeting minutes.

• Approved September meeting minutes
• Approved solicitation policy
• Approved library closure on 12/5/22 from 9:00-12:00 for staff training

Regular Meeting

The East Providence City Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session to discuss a tax settlement with Providence & Worcester Railroad and sewer abatements. In open session, the council will vote on the FY23 budget ordinance, several budget amendments, licenses, and resolutions, including contracts for fire trucks and a school athletic field. The agenda also includes public hearings on a 24-hour Cumberland Farms license and a new BV license for Francescas 2.

• Ordinance appropriating $211,868,538 for FY2022 city government support (first and final passage)
• Resolution authorizing settlement of tax appeals filed by P&W Railroad Company
• Resolution authorizing purchase of two fire trucks from Toyne, Inc.
• Resolution authorizing contract for multi-use athletic field and parking lot at Riverside Middle School
• Budget amendments: add $150,000 for traffic calming, $150,000 for Glenlyon Field lighting, $50,000 for Weaver Library cupola repairs

East Providence Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review agency reports and vote on the 2023 proposed operating budget. The meeting includes votes on by-law revisions and several service contracts.

• Resolution #560: Proposed Operating Budget 2023
• Proposed Change Order for Site Improvements: $59,500.00
• Proposed Contract for Goldsmith Garbage Shute: $24,720.00
• Resolution #561: Family Self Sufficiency Action Plan Revision
• Resolution #562: By-Law Revisions

The East Providence Housing Authority Board of Commissioners approved past meeting minutes, administrative reports, and the 2023 proposed operating budget. They also passed resolutions regarding the Family Self Sufficiency Action Plan and by-law revisions, alongside approving several contracts and change orders.

• Approved June 14, 2022 and July 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved Executive Director Report, Public Housing Vacancy Report, Housing Choice Voucher Report, and Family Self Sufficiency Report
• Approved Paid Bills Reports for June, July, and August 2022
• Approved Resolution #560 Proposed Operating Budget 2023
• Approved PILOT Amount for City of East Providence
• Approved Resolution #561 Family Self Sufficiency Action Plan
• Approved Resolution #562 By-Law Revision
• Approved contracts for Goldsmith Garbage Shute, Elevator Services, and a site improvements change order

Special Meeting

The East Providence City Council is holding a special meeting for a budget session focused on the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 proposed budget. The agenda includes a workshop discussion on City Operations, specifically Capital items. This is a discussion-only session, with no votes scheduled on the budget itself.

• Workshop discussion on FY23 proposed budget, Capital items
• Budget available online and in City Clerk's office
• Special meeting held at 145 Taunton Avenue, City Council Chambers

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Conservation Commission will meet to receive updates on several environmental and infrastructure projects. Discussions include stormwater management and updates to the Comprehensive Plan.

• Army National Guard remediation of former Rumford Rifle Range (Ten Mile River Greenway)
• South Quay offshore wind site
• Runnins River stormwater management plan update
• Trailhead Kiosk project update
• Newman crossing trailhead

The Commission received updates on the Ten Mile River remediation and the installation of four trailhead kiosks funded by a $13,750 RIDEM grant. Members discussed potential wetland mitigation sites for the South Quay offshore wind project and reviewed stormwater management concerns. No formal votes were taken on new business.

• Postponed adoption of June 21 meeting minutes until October 18
• Suggested Boyden Heights and Carousel sites as preferred wetland mitigation alternatives for South Quay project

Regular Meeting

The East Providence City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including a $375,000 appropriation for the Crescent Park Looff Carousel and concession facility, a resolution to contract with Axon for police body cameras and tasers, and a three-year tentative agreement with Firefighter Local 850. The council will also consider budget increases for parks and library repairs, and hold public hearings on various licenses.

• Ordinance appropriating $375,000 for Crescent Park Looff Carousel and concession facility
• Resolution authorizing contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police body cameras and tasers
• Firefighter Local 850 three-year tentative agreement review and approval
• Potential $225,000 DPW budget increase for three new Parks and Recreation laborer positions
• Potential $50,000 capital budget increase for Weaver Library trim and cupola painting

East Providence Planning Board

The East Providence Planning Board is meeting to review a new land development master plan and a continued minor subdivision application. The board will also vote on the approval of minutes from August 15 and August 22, 2022.

• Master Plan submission for Igus Bearings, Inc. at 275 Ferris Avenue
• Preliminary Plan for Minor Subdivision # 2022-11-Minor at 0 Baker Street

The Planning Board approved a Master Plan submission for a land development project at 275 Ferris Avenue, subject to specific conditions for the Preliminary Plan phase. The Board also authorized a peer review of the project's future traffic report at the applicant's expense.

• Approved Master Plan for Igus Bearings at 275 Ferris Avenue (unanimous)
• Authorized peer review of traffic report to be funded by applicant (unanimous)
• Continued Baker Street Minor Subdivision application to resolve fence encroachments (unanimous)
• Approved August 15 and August 22, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The Waterfront Development Special District Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss and vote on a plan amendment. The proposal seeks to include the Metacomet sub-district property at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway within the Waterfront District.

• Public hearing and vote on plan amendment for 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway (Map 107, Block 15, Lot 1)
• Appointment of Secretary
• 2022 Kettle Point Annual Assessment Report

The East Providence Waterfront District Commission unanimously approved a plan amendment to include 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway (Metacomet sub-district) within the Waterfront District following a public hearing. The Commission also unanimously approved the July 21, 2022 meeting minutes and appointed Rick Lawson as secretary. Additionally, the Commission discussed the 2022 Kettle Point Annual Assessment Report and received a staff report.

• Approved minutes of July 21, 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted plan amendment for 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway / Metacomet sub-district (unanimous)
• Appointed Rick Lawson as secretary (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:46 PM (unanimous)

East Providence Historic District Commission

The commission reviewed the status of signage projects and the maintenance of Little Neck Cemetery. No formal votes were recorded for new business items, though the June minutes were approved.

• Approved June minutes
• Planned letter to Mayor regarding proper materials for Little Neck Cemetery care

CANCELLED Sep. 14, 2022 - Special Meeting

This special meeting of the East Providence City Council, scheduled as a budget session for fiscal year 2022-2023, has been cancelled. The agenda was to include a workshop discussion of the proposed budget across city departments, but no decisions were to be made.

• Meeting cancelled
• Budget workshop for FY 2022-2023
• Discussion of city government, operations, community development, services, public works, public safety, and enterprise funds

East Providence Economic Development

The Economic Development Commission approved two $10,000 micro-loans for High Tide Holdings and Cedar House LLC, both with 24-month terms and personal guarantee requirements. The Commission also received updates on the City's Storefront Improvement Program and the status of delinquent COVID-19 Emergency Loan Program accounts.

• Approved $10,000 micro-loan for High Tide Holdings (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 micro-loan for Cedar House LLC (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:25 PM (unanimous)

Special Meeting

The East Providence City Council is holding a special meeting for a budget session focused on the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 proposed budget. The agenda lists a workshop covering all city departments, from City Government to Public Safety and Enterprise Funds, but it is explicitly marked as discussion only, with no votes or decisions scheduled. The meeting is open to the public and viewable online.

• Budget workshop covering City Council, Mayor's Office, City Clerk, Law, and Canvassing
• Discussion of City Operations including Finance, Tax Collection, Human Resources, IT, Debt Service, and Capital
• Community Development: Planning & Economic Development
• Community Services: Recreation, Pierce Stadium, Carousel, Library, Senior Center
• Public Safety: Police, Fire, Animal Shelter, Harbormaster, Public Safety Communications

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review will consider several dimensional variance petitions. The board will discuss property subdivisions and additions to existing residences and commercial facilities.

• Request to unmerge two parcels at 177 Dover Avenue (Petition No. 6915)
• Request for additions without side-yard setbacks at 210 Riverside Drive (Petition No. 6916)
• Request to subdivide split-zoned property at 697-699 Willett Avenue (Petition No. 6917)
• Request for a six-month extension on approval for 62 Cedar Avenue (Petition No. 6890)
• Swearing in of Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review was unable to conduct its September 7, 2022, meeting because a quorum was not present. Consequently, all items on the agenda were automatically continued to the next scheduled hearing on October 5, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• All agenda items continued to October 5, 2022

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The East Providence Library Board of Trustees will review the FY 23 City Budget and the Public Library Annual Report. The board is scheduled to discuss the Library Director position and a proposed Community Center.

• FY 23 City Budget
• Library Director position
• Proposed East Providence Community Center
• Solicitation Policy
• SGIA application

The Board approved the May meeting minutes. Trustees and staff discussed the library's potential involvement in a proposed community center and the need for additional staffing if the Fuller location is moved. The Board also discussed a proposal to commission a painting of the Copper Beech tree.

• Approved May minutes
• Proposed commissioning a painting of the Copper Beech tree

Regular Meeting

The East Providence City Council is meeting to vote on a 3-year tentative agreement with Firefighter Local 850, approve a settlement in a human rights case, and consider several traffic ordinances including new parking restrictions and school-hour one-way streets. The council will also vote on contracts for a police station access control system and a citywide property revaluation, plus multiple license transfers and new licenses.

• Approval of 3-year tentative agreement with Firefighter Local 850
• Settlement agreement in Cheryl Curti vs. City of East Providence human rights case
• Ordinances creating school-hour one-way streets on multiple roads including Blanche, Bourne, Clifford, Dodge, Fort, Glenrose, Grosvenor, Howland, Hoyt, Progress, Purchase, Silver Spring, and Wannamoisett
• Resolution authorizing contract with Northeast Revaluation Group LLC for reappraisal of all real property
• Resolution authorizing contract with Communication Systems, Inc. for police station access control system

Special Meeting

The East Providence City Council is holding a special meeting for a budget session on the proposed Fiscal Year 2023 budget. The agenda includes a presentation by the Mayor and a discussion-only workshop covering all city departments. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Mayor's presentation of proposed FY23 budget
• Workshop discussion on City Government departments
• Workshop discussion on City Operations including debt service and capital
• Workshop discussion on Public Safety (Police, Fire, Communications)
• Workshop discussion on Enterprise Fund (Wastewater, Water Utilities)

East Providence Planning Board

The East Providence Planning Board will consider three land-use applications and elect its officers. The board will also discuss the Storefront Improvement Program.

• Modification to approved plan at 366 Newman Ave
• Preliminary Plan for Minor Subdivision at 0 Baker Street
• Minor Subdivision Preliminary Plan at 10 Brunswick Street
• Election of Planning Board Officers
• Storefront Improvement Program discussion

The East Providence Planning Board elected new officers, approved a plan modification to construct a driveway at 366 Newman Ave, and conditionally approved a two-lot minor subdivision with a sidewalk waiver at 10 Brunswick Street. The board also continued a minor subdivision application for 0 Baker Street and discussed the Storefront Improvement Program.

• Appointed Mr. Grant as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Mr. Robinson as Chair (unanimous)
• Granted conditional approval for plan modification at 366 Newman Ave (7-0)
• Delegated final plan approval for 366 Newman Ave to the Administrative Officer (7-0)
• Continued minor subdivision application for 0 Baker Street (unanimous)
• Granted sidewalk waiver for 10 Brunswick Street (7-0)
• Granted conditional approval for minor subdivision at 10 Brunswick Street (7-0)
• Delegated final plan approval for 10 Brunswick Street to the Administrative Officer (7-0)

East Providence Canvassing Authority

The East Providence Canvassing Authority is meeting to approve the final canvassing and correction of the district list of voters for the primary held on September 13, 2022.

• Approval of final canvassing and correction of district list of voters for the September 13, 2022 primary

The East Providence Canvassing Authority met on August 19, 2022, and unanimously approved the final canvassing and correction of the district list of voters for the September 13, 2022 primary. The meeting was adjourned at 11:30 AM.

• Approved final canvassing and correction of district list of voters for the September 13, 2022 primary (2-0)

East Providence LBGTQI+ Affairs Board

The Mayor’s Advisory Council on LGBTQIA+ Affairs is meeting to discuss membership changes and the establishment of a council charter. Members will propose initiatives for the school system and plan potential fall events to increase visibility and inclusion in East Providence.

• Proposal to ask Keri Giacomini to step down due to attendance
• Vote to add Rock Jocelyn to the Council
• Proposal to change Council name to LGBTQIA2S+
• Discussion on requiring teachers to use preferred names and pronouns
• Proposal to create an East Providence youth pride organization

Regular Meeting

The East Providence City Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session to discuss new claims and litigation, followed by open session votes on licenses, resolutions, and ordinances. Key items include approving several new business licenses, adopting the 2022 Hazard Mitigation Plan, and introducing traffic ordinances for school zones. The council will also discuss FY23 budget hearing dates and hear reports on city finances and grants.

• Tax abatement totaling $6,880.07 for years 2015-2022
• New licenses: Teddy's Candy Bar & More (220 Willett Ave), Blount Clam Shack Food Truck, Scully's Cart, Best Dogs LLC, Bossy Nails LLC, one-day entertainment license for 1058 Bullocks Point Ave
• Resolution to purchase two pickup trucks for Water Utilities and a Bobcat Compact Excavator for Public Works
• Ordinances: no parking on Commack Ave, one-way streets on Providence Ave and multiple streets during school hours, stop sign on Allen Ave at Smith St
• Resolution accepting 9.062 acres as Lot B in Waterfront Special Development District

East Providence Police and Fire Retirement System Pension Board

The East Providence Firemen’s and Policemen’s Retirement Pension Fund Board will review the June 2022 Performance Report. The board is considering recommendations for the Investment Policy Statement and an RFP for Emerging Markets Equity Investment Management.

• Review of June 2022 Performance Report by Wainwright Investments LLC
• Proposed updates to the Investment Policy Statement
• Review of RFP for Emerging Markets Equity Investment Management
• Approval of COLA listings for June, July, and August 2022
• Payment of 2nd Quarter invoices for Barings, IR+M, Invesco, RhumbLine, and Wainwright Investment Counsel, LLC

The Board approved taking $1 million from ABS Offshore for cash flow. Members also accepted the June performance report and a 17-item consent calendar. Recommendations to update the Investment Policy Statement were tabled.

• Approved taking $1 million from ABS Offshore (5-0)
• Tabled recommendations for updating the Investment Policy Statement (5-0)
• Accepted performance report, IPS draft, and RFP handouts into record (5-0)
• Approved 17-item consent calendar including invoices and meeting journals (5-0)

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider the proposed Capital Improvement Plan and the FY 23 Budget. The board will also review a Hazard Mitigation Plan advisory opinion and discuss proposed zoning amendments.

• Proposed Capital Improvement Plan & FY 23 Budget
• Hazard Mitigation Plan Advisory Opinion
• Proposed Zoning Amendments regarding parking requirements, commercial mixed use, and plan review (discussion only)

The Planning Board voted to send advisory recommendations to the City Council to approve the FY 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan and the 2022 local hazard mitigation plan. The board also approved minutes from previous meetings and received a staff report on ongoing city projects.

• Approved June 20th and June 13th meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve FY 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan (7-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt 2022 local hazard mitigation plan (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:59 pm

East Providence Tree Commission

The East Providence Tree Commission is meeting to discuss the permitting process for removing city trees and the development of a new city tree web page. The body will also review tree planting projects for 2022 and a study of Dover Avenue.

• Permitting process for city tree removal
• Study of Dover Avenue for street tree planting
• Tree planting planning for Orlo and Hennessey Schools
• Commission letter regarding the City Budget

The East Providence Tree Commission approved a draft letter to the Mayor and City Council requesting the hiring of a City Forester for the 2022-2023 budget. Members also reviewed planning progress for tree planting projects at Orlo Avenue School and Hennessey School. Additionally, the commission approved the minutes from their June 23, 2022 meeting.

• Approved June 23, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved budget request letter for a City Forester (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review will consider dimensional variance petitions for residential properties and a subdivision request. The board will also discuss a request for a six-month extension for a project at 1320 Pawtucket Avenue.

• Request for six-month extension for Touchdown Realty Group, LLC at 1320 Pawtucket Avenue
• Petition No. 6912: Accessory shed variance for 112 Fort Street
• Petition No. 6913: Residence expansion variance for 18 Merrick Street
• Petition No. 6914: Parcel subdivision and parking variance for 56 Oxford Street
• Swearing in of Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel

The Zoning Board of Review approved a six-month extension for a previously granted variance at 1320 Pawtucket Avenue. The Board also granted dimensional variances for shed and lot coverage at 112 Fort Street and for a residential expansion at 18 Merrick Street. Additionally, the Board approved a lot subdivision at 56 Oxford Street despite neighbor opposition.

• Approved 6-month extension for 1320 Pawtucket Ave (Unanimous)
• Granted dimensional variances for 112 Fort Street (5-0)
• Granted dimensional variances for 18 Merrick Street (5-0)
• Granted dimensional variances for 56 Oxford Street (4-1)
• Approved July 13, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The Personnel Hearing Board is meeting to review eligibility and certification lists for several city positions. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from June 16 and July 7, 2022.

• Review of Part Time Housing Rehabilitation Specialist eligibility and certification lists
• Review of Teen Services Librarian eligibility and certification lists
• Review of Fire Captain promotional and certification lists

The Board reviewed and signed eligibility and certification lists for three positions. The board also approved the minutes from June 16 and July 7, 2022.

• Approved Part Time Housing Rehabilitation Specialist eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Teen Services Librarian eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Fire Captain eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved June 16, 2022 and July 7, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

East Providence Police and Fire Retirement System Pension Board

The East Providence Police and Fire Retirement System Board of Trustees met in a special session. The board unanimously approved a disability pension for FF Burn effective July 27, 2022.

• Approved disability pension for FF Burn effective 7/27/2022 (7-0)

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The Waterfront Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss and vote on amending the 2003 Waterfront Special Development District Plan. The proposed amendment would include the Metacomet sub-district property at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

• Public hearing and vote on plan amendment for 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway (Map 107, Block 15, Lot 1)
• Vote on sub-committee appointments for Stephen Amoroso, Richard Lawson, and Jennifer Griffith

The East Providence Waterfront Development District Commission approved minutes, subcommittee appointments, and a plan amendment to incorporate 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway into the 2003 Waterfront Plan. The commission also held a public hearing regarding the property amendment before voting to approve it unanimously.

• Approved minutes of June 16, 2022, as amended (unanimous)
• Appointed Stephen Amoroso to Design Review Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Richard Lawson to Design Review Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Jennifer Griffith to Hearing Panel (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on the Metacomet property plan amendment (unanimous)
• Approved plan amendment incorporating the Metacomet property and Metacomet sub-district into the waterfront plan (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:32 PM

Regular Meeting

The East Providence City Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session to discuss new claims, a reconsideration, and school security. In open session, they will vote on consent items, licenses, a zoning change for 697-699 Willett Avenue, second passage of the waterfront TIF bond ordinance, and resolutions on police mutual aid and an auditing contract. They will also discuss several council member items, including a cannabis referendum, crosswalks, and short-term rental enforcement.

• Zoning change for 697-699 Willett Avenue from R-3 to R-3 and C-2
• Second passage of amended waterfront TIF plan and bond authorization for East Point Site Project
• Resolution authorizing police mutual aid agreement with non-adjacent municipalities
• Resolution authorizing contract with Clifton Larson Allen LLP for auditing services
• Tax abatement totaling $18,639.32

East Providence Historic District Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the June meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of updates on various local landmarks and ongoing discussions regarding commission leadership and membership recruitment.

• Approved June minutes

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Conservation Commission is meeting to review project updates and provide letters of support for environmental grants. Discussions include stream restoration and invasive species management.

• Project status update on Army National Guard remediation of former Rumford Rifle Range (Ten Mile River Greenway)
• Letter of support for City and Save The Bay grant for Runnins River bridge abutment removal and stream restoration
• Letter of support for NEIWPCC grant for Water Chestnut management in Central Pond
• Comprehensive Plan update
• Newman crossing trailhead

The Commission voted to send letters of support for grants regarding Runnins River stream restoration and invasive water chestnut management in Central Pond. Members also discussed the remediation of the former Rumford Rifle Range and planned a site visit to the Boyden Heights boardwalk.

• Approved May 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved letter of support for City and Save The Bay grant for Runnins River restoration
• Approved letter of support for NEIWPCC grant for Water Chestnut management in Central Pond

Regular Meeting

The East Providence City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including an amended tax increment financing (TIF) plan for the East Point Site Project, which authorizes bonds for public infrastructure. The council will also consider licenses for events and food trucks, discuss a possible cannabis referendum, and review new small business loans.

• Amended and restated ordinance for East Providence waterfront special development district TIF plan, authorizing bonds for East Point Site Project infrastructure
• Resolution authorizing contract amendment with FR Engineering Group, Inc. for seawall repair oversight at Rose Larisa Park
• Discussion of possible referendum on adult recreational cannabis licenses for November 2022 election
• Loan of $99,999 to Union Bar at 332 Bullocks Point Ave. and $50,000 loan to East Providence Yacht Club for improvements
• Licenses for block parties, one-day entertainment, and mobile food establishments (Supa Dupa Food Truck, Joey V's Steak and Cheese)

East Providence Planning Board

The East Providence Planning Board will consider a zoning map amendment and a master plan extension. The board will also review two preliminary plans for minor subdivisions.

• Zoning Map Amendment request for 697-699 Willett Avenue
• Master plan extension request for Narragansett Park Plaza at 0 and 52 Narragansett Park Drive
• Minor Subdivision # 2022-09-Minor at 833 Willett Avenue
• Minor Subdivision # 2022-05-Minor at 38 Miles Avenue

The board granted conditional approval for two minor subdivisions on Willett Avenue and Miles Avenue. It also recommended a zoning map amendment for a Willett Avenue property and granted a master plan extension for Narragansett Park Plaza.

• Recommended Zoning Map amendment from Residential-3 to Residential-3 and Commercial-2 at 697-699 Willett Avenue (7-0)
• Granted one-year master plan extension for Narragansett Park Plaza to July 16, 2023 (7-0)
• Granted conditional approval for minor subdivision at 833 Willett Avenue subject to 6 conditions (7-0)
• Delegated final plan approval for 833 Willett Avenue to the Administrative Officer (7-0)
• Granted waiver for sidewalk and curbing requirements at 38 Miles Avenue (7-0)
• Granted conditional approval for minor subdivision at 38 Miles Avenue subject to 6 conditions (7-0)
• Delegated final plan approval for 38 Miles Avenue to the Administrative Officer (7-0)

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The Board unanimously approved eligibility and certification lists for various municipal roles. These lists include positions in procurement, water utility, recreation, and public safety. The Board also approved the May 11, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approved May 11, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Procurement Specialist eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Water Utility Worker eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA Project Manager eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Auto Equipment Operator I promotional and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved various Recreation staff eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Bus Driver eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Custodian II recertification eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)

East Providence Economic Development

The meeting scheduled for June 16, 2022, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

The meeting scheduled for June 16, 2022, was cancelled. No substantive decisions were made.

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The Waterfront District Commission will discuss and vote on resolutions regarding the East Point project and the adoption of the FY 23 budget. The body will also consider an amendment to the Waterfront District boundaries.

• Resolution on project plan for East Point (Map 203, Block 1, Lot 4 & Map 303, Block 13, Lots 4 & 5)
• Resolution imposing Special Assessments for the East Point Project
• FY 23 Budget Adoption
• Boundary amendment to include 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway (Map 107, Block 15, Lot 1)
• FY 22 Financial Report as of March 31, 2022

The Waterfront Commission approved a positive advisory opinion for an amendment to the East Point TIF district to support affordable housing. The Commission also authorized a special assessment for the TIF district, approved the FY 23 budget, and voted to update the Waterfront District boundaries to include the Metacomet Sub District.

• Approved April 28, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved positive advisory opinion for East Point TIF amendment (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to impose special assessment on East Point TIF (unanimous)
• Approved FY 23 Waterfront Commission budget (unanimous)
• Approved Waterfront District boundary amendment (unanimous)

East Providence Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review financial and vacancy reports and vote on several resolutions. Discussions include a financial audit by Marcum LLP and solar options with Chad Whittaker.

• Resolution #559 to proceed with Renewables Worldwide
• Vote on $10,681.00 for lightning protection code updates at Harbor View
• Resolution #560 regarding By-Law Revisions
• Review of May 2022 paid bills totaling $625,380.74

The Board approved additional costs to bring lightning protection at Harbor View up to code. Several resolutions regarding renewables and by-law revisions were deferred. The Board also voted to cancel meetings in July and August.

• Approved $10,681 for lightning protection at Harbor View (All Aye)
• Deferred Resolution #559 to proceed with Renewables World wide (All Ayes)
• Deferred Resolution #560 regarding By-Law Revisions (All Ayes)
• Approved cancellation of July and August meetings (All Ayes)
• Accepted May 10, 2022 meeting minutes (All Aye)
• Accepted Executive Director Report (All Aye)
• Accepted Public Housing Vacancy Report (All Aye)
• Accepted Paid Bills Report for May 2022 (All Ayes)

East Providence Municipal Integrity Committee f/k/a East Providence Affirmative Action

The East Providence Municipal Integrity Committee is meeting to discuss schedules for police and fire department recruitment and training. The body will also review upcoming community events and advisory council matters.

• EPPD informational session (6/15), written test (6/20), and interviews (6/23-6/24)
• Dispatchers written exam (6/8)
• 35th EPFD Training Academy training (6/28)
• ARPA Project Manager interviews (6/10)
• Annual Neighborhood Day scheduled for August 20, 2022

East Providence Planning Board

The East Providence Planning Board will consider several minor subdivision applications and one improvement guarantee release. The board is reviewing preliminary and final plans for various residential and commercial properties.

• Improvement guarantee release for 122 Bishop Street
• Preliminary plan for minor subdivision at 19 Rutland Street
• Final plan for minor subdivision at 160 Vincent Avenue
• Preliminary plan for 2 lot minor subdivision at 697-699 Willett Avenue
• Preliminary plan for minor subdivision at 500 Veteran’s Memorial Parkway

The Planning Board granted final or conditional approval for four minor subdivision applications. The board also released a $25,000 improvement guarantee for a completed project on Bishop Street.

• Released $25,000 improvement guarantee for 122 Bishop Street (4-0)
• Granted Final Approval for 3-lot subdivision at 160 Vincent Avenue (4-0)
• Granted conditional approval and sidewalk/curbing waivers for 19 Rutland Street (4-0)
• Delegated final plan approval for 19 Rutland Street to Administrative Officer (4-0)
• Granted Conditional Approval of Preliminary Plan for 697-699 Willett Avenue (4-0)
• Delegated final plan review for 697-699 Willett Avenue to Administrative Officer (4-0)
• Granted conditional approval for 2-lot subdivision at 500 Veteran’s Memorial Parkway (4-0)
• Approved May 9, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

East Providence Historic District Commission

The East Providence Historic District Commission will meet to discuss various sites and organizational matters. The agenda includes discussions on local landmarks and the recruitment of new members.

• Veteran’s Memorial Parkway
• Odd Fellows Hall
• Union Primary School
• Friends of Newman Cemetery
• Selection of Chair, Vice-Chair and Secretary

The East Providence Historic District Commission met on June 8, 2022, to discuss various agenda items including the Veteran's Memorial Parkway nomination, renovations at Odd Fellow Hall, and the purchase and sale agreement for Union Primary. The commission also reviewed updates on the Friends of Newman Cemetery, the Caleb Williams House, and grants received for signage. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Regular Meeting

The East Providence City Council is voting on a $475,000 appropriation for improvements to the Riverside Recreation Field and authorizing a contract with Arcadis U.S., Inc. for sanitary sewer rehabilitation design. The meeting also includes votes on a seawall repair contract at Rose Larisa Park, a parking lot construction contract for Riverside Middle School, and a statewide police mutual aid agreement. Additionally, the Council is taking second passage on ordinances regarding metal transaction licensing and native plant standards on city property.

• Ordinance appropriating $475,000 for improvements to the Riverside Recreation Field
• Resolution authorizing contract with Arcadis U.S., Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Design
• Resolution authorizing contract with MAS Building & Bridge, Inc. for seawall repairs at Rose Larisa Park
• Resolution authorizing contract for construction of a parking lot at Riverside Middle School
• Resolution allowing Police Department to collaborate via statewide mutual aid agreement

East Providence Tree Commission

The East Providence Tree Commission will review updates on 2022 tree planting projects and an ordinance regarding native plants. The body will also discuss the permitting process for removing trees on city property.

• Updates on 2022 tree planting projects
• Updates on ordinance to promote native plants and diversity
• Permitting process for tree removal on city property

East Providence Police and Fire Retirement System Pension Board

The Board met in executive session and subsequently approved a unanimous vote to modify a letter. The changes include adding a Handbook Standard, a job description, and specific questions regarding disability and return-to-work capability.

• Approved modifications to a letter including Handbook Standard and Job Description enclosures (4-0)
• Approved adding questions regarding disability cause and return-to-work capability (4-0)

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review will consider variance petitions for two properties. The board will also swear in Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel.

• Petition 6903: Request to subdivide 138 Burgess Avenue into two parcels
• Petition 6904: Request to convert 11 Elmwood Dr to an accessory commercial parking area
• Petition 6905: Request for impervious coverage and fence height variances at 11 Elmwood Dr
• Swearing in of Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel

The Board granted a dimensional variance to subdivide a property at 138 Burgess Avenue into two parcels. A request to convert a residential lot at 11 Elmwood Drive into commercial parking for Cross Insurance was denied.

• Approved dimensional variances to subdivide 138 Burgess Avenue into two parcels (5-0)
• Accepted Mr. Mclean as an expert in land use (4-1)
• Denied use variance to convert 11 Elmwood Drive to commercial parking (3-2)
• Approved May 11, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Tabled approval of April 13, 2022 meeting minutes to July 13, 2022 (Unanimous)

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The Board approved a motion to increase the pay grade by two steps for the Fuller assistant, Circulation coordinator, and Administrative/technical services assistant. The Board also accepted the 2022 holiday closing schedule provided by the Mayor's office.

• Approved May minutes
• Accepted 2022 holiday closing schedule
• Approved pay grade increase of two steps for Fuller assistant, Circulation coordinator, and Administrative/technical services assistant

East Providence Crescent Park Commission

The commission will review project updates on stabilization and discuss fundraising events. Members may vote on chariot restoration, new carousel artwork, and the purchase of new gift stand inventory.

• Possible vote on chariot restoration and reupholstering
• Possible vote on new carousel artwork
• Possible vote on new gift stand inventory including mugs, t-shirts, and ornaments
• Discussion of fundraising events including a kickball tournament and movies in the park
• Status update on stabilization project

The Commission approved the purchase of artwork and new inventory using funds from the RI Foundation. Members discussed ongoing floor stabilization and various fundraising efforts, including cruise nights and restaurant nights.

• Approved $1,000 purchase of artwork by Jalysa Harrington for gift stand inventory and advertising
• Approved use of remaining $4,000 RI Foundation funding for new inventory
• Approved allowing sponsors to set up tables at a cruise night of their choosing
• Approved May 31, 2022 minutes as written

East Providence Crescent Park Commission

The commission will review project updates regarding stabilization and discuss fundraising events. Members may vote on the restoration of a chariot and the addition of new carousel artwork.

• Possible vote on chariot restoration and reupholstering
• Possible vote on new carousel artwork
• Discussion of stabilization project status
• Fundraising discussion for events including a kickball tournament and Memorial Day Parade

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The public meeting scheduled for May 19, 2022, has been cancelled. No other business or agenda items were listed.

Regular Meeting

The East Providence City Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session on litigation, followed by votes on licenses, ordinances, resolutions, and appointments. Key items include a second-passage ordinance raising the tobacco purchase age to 21, a resolution for a $148 million school bond ballot question, and several contract authorizations.

• Ordinance second passage: raise tobacco purchase age to 21 (Chapter 9, Sec. 9-15)
• Resolution: $148,000,000 school bond ballot question for Nov. 8, 2022
• Resolution: authorize contract for John Deere backhoe for DPW Highway Division
• Resolution: authorize contract for Riverside Middle School parking lot construction
• Appointment: Michelle Saucier Rockwell to Planning Board, Ward 1 seat, term 2022-2027

East Providence Police and Fire Retirement System Pension Board

The East Providence Police and Fire Retirement Pension Board will review the March 2022 performance report from Wainwright Investments LLC. The board will also discuss updates to a military buyback policy and a specific ordinance regarding the death of retired participants.

• Review of March 2022 Performance Report by Wainwright Investments LLC
• Vote on editing wording of Ordinance 11-252 regarding death of a retired participant
• Discussion on Military Buyback policy and Federal Law regarding re-deployment
• Payment of 1st Quarter invoices for Barings, IR+M, Invesco, and RhumbLine
• Executive session regarding a service-connected disability pension request for FF Burns

The Board approved a search for emerging markets to potentially replace Invesco and authorized the Finance Director to rebalance funds for invoices and capital calls. The Board also accepted a performance report showing a fund balance of $159,568,232 as of March 2022.

• Approved search for emerging markets to potentially replace Invesco (6-0)
• Authorized Finance Director to rebalance funds from Principal and RhumbLine for invoices and capital calls (6-0)
• Accepted performance report into record (6-0)
• Approved 20-item consent calendar including quarterly invoices and capital calls (6-0)
• Tabled editing of Ordinance 11-252 regarding Death of a Retired Participant (6-0)
• Unanimously selected two doctors for FF Burns in executive session

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review will consider several dimensional variance requests and property subdivisions. The board will also swear in Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel and discuss amending its rules and procedures.

• Subdivision of 56 Oxford Street into two lots (Petition No. 6891)
• Subdivision of 160 Vincent Avenue into three parcels (Petition No. 6899)
• Addition request at 99 Circuit Drive (Petition No. 6900)
• New accessory shed request at 73 Fenner Avenue (Petition No. 6901)
• Fence variance request at 103 Arnold Street (Petition No. 6902)

The Board granted several dimensional variances for home additions, accessory sheds, and fencing. It also approved two requests to subdivide residential parcels into smaller single-family lots.

• Approved lot subdivision at 56 Oxford Street into two single-family lots (5-0)
• Approved lot subdivision at 160 Vincent Avenue into three single-family lots (5-0)
• Approved dimensional variances for home addition at 99 Circuit Drive (5-0)
• Approved dimensional variances for new accessory shed at 73 Fenner Avenue (5-0)
• Approved variance to retain 6-foot front-yard fence at 103 Arnold Street (4-1)
• Granted six-month approval extension for 1 Sabin Street (Unanimous)
• Continued petitions for 65 Willow Street to July 13, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Mandated that all motions be rendered in an affirmative manner (4-1)

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a two-lot subdivision at 56 Oxford Street, granting a sidewalk waiver and delegating final approval to the administrative officer. The Board also granted conditional approval for a two-lot subdivision at 500 Veteran’s Memorial Parkway, which includes a land donation to the city.

• Approved April 11, 2022 minutes (7-0)
• Approved 56 Oxford St. subdivision sidewalk waiver (7-0)
• Granted conditional approval for 56 Oxford St. subdivision (7-0)
• Delegated final approval for 56 Oxford St. to administrative officer (7-0)
• Granted sidewalk and curbing waiver for 500 Veteran’s Memorial Pkwy (7-0)
• Granted conditional approval for 500 Veteran’s Memorial Pkwy (6-1)

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The East Providence Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the search for a Library Director and the Weaver Library fire sprinkler system. The board is scheduled to vote on the 2022 holiday closing schedule.

• Vote on 2022 Holiday Closing Schedule
• Library Director search and interim consultant
• Weaver Library fire sprinkler system
• Take It Outside grant
• LORI Summer Reading Mini Grant

The Board approved the April meeting minutes. Members discussed the library's plan to add a Drag Story Hour to the city's June Pride events and reviewed the status of the Library Director search.

• Approved April minutes
• Confirmed C. LaRoux will serve as consultant to Acting Director M. Bonds-Harmon
• C. LaRoux took a temporary leave of absence from voting

Regular Meeting

The East Providence City Council is holding its regular meeting on May 3, 2022, with an executive session for litigation and personnel matters. In open session, the council will vote on several items, including a second-passage ordinance to allow chickens in residential areas by permit, a resolution to purchase ten police vehicles, and a resolution to convey eight residential lots on Burnside and Hoppin Avenues. The agenda also includes license applications, appointments, and a resolution supporting local tobacco regulation.

• Ordinance to allow keeping chickens in residential neighborhoods by permit (second passage)
• Resolution authorizing purchase of ten police vehicles
• Resolution to convey 8 residential lots on Burnside Avenue and Hoppin Avenue to highest bidder
• Resolution supporting H7725 for local regulation of tobacco and e-cigarette sales
• One-day entertainment licenses for El Azteca Mexican Restaurant (May 5) and 2 Riverside Drive (June 4)

Joint Council and School Committee Meeting

The East Providence City Council and School Committee are holding a joint meeting. The only substantive item is a presentation from Ai3 on the Martin Middle School and Waddington School construction project. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including roll call, flag salute, and adjournment.

• Presentation on Martin Middle School and Waddington School construction project by Ai3
• Meeting held at East Providence High School Auditorium, 2000 Pawtucket Avenue

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The East Providence Waterfront District Commission will discuss a proposal for Crook Point Park and review design guidelines. The body is also scheduled to discuss and act on the appointment of an Executive Director.

• Crook Point Park Proposal discussion
• Overview of Design Guidelines discussion
• Executive Director Appointment vote

The East Providence Waterfront District Commission appointed Raymond Lavey as Executive Director by a unanimous vote. The Commission also discussed a conceptual proposal to develop Crook Point into a public park and reviewed plans to update the 2003-2004 design guidelines to include green energy elements.

• Appointed Raymond Lavey as Executive Director (Passed unanimously)
• Adjourned meeting (Passed unanimously)

East Providence Municipal Integrity Committee f/k/a East Providence Affirmative Action

The East Providence Municipal Integrity Committee will review personnel resignations and recruitment efforts. The body will also receive updates on the Human Resources Director search and the Mayor’s Youth Workforce Summer Program.

• Resignation of an East Providence Fire Department Training Recruit
• Resignation of an East Providence Police Department Lateral Police officer
• RI Rebounds: Take it Outside Initiative update
• Human Resources Director search update
• LGBTQIA Advisory Board onboarding

East Providence Crescent Park Commission

The Commission is meeting to review project updates for stabilization and a new building/ice rink. Members will discuss fundraising events and a potential sponsorship program for the upkeep of carousel figures.

• Possible vote on a sponsorship program for carousel figure restoration
• Status update on stabilization project
• Status update on new building/ice rink project
• Cost update for exterior bench restoration with memorial plaques
• Request for a donated item for the East Providence Democratic Ward 2 Committee raffle

The Commission denied a request for a donated item for a Democratic Ward 2 Committee raffle. The City has put the new building and ice rink project on hold. The Commission discussed upcoming 2022 fundraising events and a proposed sponsorship program for carousel restoration.

• Denied donation request from East Providence Democratic Ward 2 Committee
• Approved April 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Tabled 'Limited Annual Sponsor' program for carousel restoration to next meeting

East Providence Economic Development

The Economic Development Commission will consider a tax stabilization request for a property on Newport Avenue. The board may also enter an executive session to review a loan application for a business on Bullocks Point Avenue.

• Tax stabilization request for Newport Apartments, LLC at 95 Newport Avenue
• Loan application request for Ruarri Miller (Union Bar) at 332 Bullocks Point Avenue

The Economic Development Commission unanimously approved a loan for Ruarri Miller's Union Bar with specific terms regarding interest rates and collateral. The board also voted to seal the minutes of the executive session where the loan was deliberated.

• Approved $99,999 loan for Ruarri Miller - Union Bar (unanimous)
• Voted to seal executive session minutes (unanimous)

East Providence Tree Commission

The East Providence Tree Commission approved sending a draft ordinance regarding native plants on city property to the city legal council for review. The commission also reviewed a preliminary landscape design for a tree planting project at Orlo Avenue Elementary School and plans to request $25,000 in capital improvement funds for the project.

• Approved March 30, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved presenting native plants ordinance to city legal council (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:10 PM (unanimous)

Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss several ordinance amendments regarding tobacco sales, nicotine delivery devices, and cannabis use in public spaces. The agenda also includes a first reading of an ordinance to allow chickens in residential neighborhoods by permit.

• Ordinance to prohibit electronic nicotine delivery devices and combustible cannabis in public places
• Ordinance to raise the tobacco purchase age to 21 years
• Ordinance requiring city-issued annual licenses for state-licensed tobacco retailers
• First reading of ordinance to allow keeping chickens in residential neighborhoods via permit
• Various business license applications including victualing, entertainment, and hawker permits

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review will consider several dimensional and use variance requests. The board will also discuss a potential settlement agreement regarding a nursing home property and a possible cap on agenda items per hearing.

• Potential vote on a settlement agreement for 200 Wampanoag Trail (Petition No. 6833)
• Use variance for 2224 Pawtucket Avenue to allow mixed commercial and residential use
• Subdivision request for 56 Oxford Street failing minimum lot area and width requirements
• Dimensional variances for 99-101 Waterman Avenue to expand retail and restaurant operations
• Subdivision of 160 Vincent Avenue into three parcels with dimensional variances

The Board denied a request to convert a commercial facility into a mix of commercial and residential units. Several dimensional variances for residential porches and additions were approved, and a settlement regarding a nursing home property was authorized.

• Approved settlement agreement for 200 Wampanoag Trail (Unanimous)
• Denied use variance for residential conversion at 2224 Pawtucket Avenue (3-2)
• Granted dimensional variance for front-yard porch at 365 Fort Street (5-0)
• Granted dimensional variance for mudroom and deck at 5 Sprague Avenue (5-0)
• Granted dimensional variance for retail/restaurant expansion at 99-101 Waterman Avenue (4-1)
• Approved six-month continuance for 21 Arlington Street (Unanimous)
• Continued petitions for 56 Oxford Street and 160 Vincent Avenue to May 11 (Unanimous)
• Approved moving May meeting from May 4 to May 11 (Unanimous)

East Providence Canvassing Authority

The East Providence Canvassing Authority is meeting to review previous meeting minutes. The body will also discuss or vote on establishing precincts as they relate to changes in ward boundaries.

• Discussion and/or vote regarding the establishment of precincts related to ward boundary changes

East Providence Planning Board

The East Providence Planning Board will consider a preliminary plan for a minor subdivision and an advisory opinion regarding zoning amendments. The board will also receive a staff report concerning a Small Business Liaison.

• Minor Subdivision Preliminary Plan Submission for 15 Payette Street (Cosmo Properties LLC)
• Proposed amendment to Zoning Section 19-322 regarding Main Street and Neighborhood Center Overlay Districts
• Proposed extension of the Riverside Square Overlay District
• Staff report on Small Business Liaison

The Planning Board voted to recommend that the City Council amend the zoning ordinance to extend the Riverside Square Overlay District. The proposed change would include all parcels with frontage on Bullocks Point Avenue from Riverside Square to the intersection of Beach Road and Crescent View Avenue. A subdivision application for 15 Payette Street was continued to a later date.

• Approved March 14, 2022 minutes (6-0)
• Continued Minor Subdivision Preliminary Plan for 15 Payette Street to May 9, 2022
• Accepted Planning Department memorandum dated April 7, 2022 (6-0)
• Recommended City Council amend section 19-322 of Zoning regarding Main Street and Neighborhood Center Overlay Districts (6-0)

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The East Providence Personnel Hearing Board approved the minutes from the March 10, 2022 meeting. The Board also unanimously approved both the promotional and certification employment lists for the Water Metering & Backflow Program Supervisor.

• Approved March 10, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Water Metering & Backflow Program Supervisor promotional employment list (unanimous)
• Approved Water Metering & Backflow Program Supervisor certification employment list (unanimous)

Special Meeting

The East Providence City Council is holding a special meeting with one substantive item: a second-passage vote on an ordinance to redraw ward boundaries to comply with the 2020 census results. This is the final step for the ordinance, which was previously discussed. The meeting also includes routine items like call to order, roll call, and adjournment.

• Second passage of ordinance amending Chapter 2 (Administration) to redraw ward boundaries per 2020 census

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The East Providence Library Board of Trustees will discuss the library director search and vote on an acting director appointment. The board will also consider a $65K grant for a play space on the Weaver lawn and a 2022 holiday closing schedule.

• Vote on appointment of Acting Director
• Vote on use of consultant during interim period
• Take It Outside $65K grant for Weaver lawn play space
• Vote on 2022 Holiday Closing Schedule
• Discussion of Weaver Library fire sprinkler system

The Board approved the appointment of Ms. Bonds-Harmon as Acting Director and Mr. LaRoux as Consultant. The Board also decided to repost the Library Director position for four weeks after receiving seven resumes.

• Approved March minutes
• Approved Ms. Bonds-Harmon as Acting Director
• Approved Mr. LaRoux as Consultant
• Decided to repost Library Director job for four weeks

Regular Meeting

The East Providence City Council is meeting to vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including a request to authorize borrowing up to $10 million for a multi-purpose community recreation complex, new tobacco restrictions, and a first-passage review of ward redistricting based on the 2020 census. The council will also consider a lease agreement with Live Nation Worldwide, Inc., and discuss a potential eminent domain ballot question for the November 2022 election. An executive session is scheduled for litigation and collective bargaining matters.

• Resolution requesting General Assembly authorize borrowing up to $10 million for a multi-purpose community recreation complex
• Resolution authorizing Mayor to execute lease agreement with Live Nation Worldwide, Inc.
• Ordinance prohibiting electronic nicotine delivery devices and combustible cannabis in public spaces
• Ordinance raising tobacco purchase age to 21 and requiring city tobacco licenses
• Review of first passage ordinance on redistricting ward boundaries per 2020 census

East Providence Tree Commission

The East Providence Tree Commission approved minutes from previous meetings and selected Orlo Avenue Elementary School as a site for future tree planting. Members discussed a $25,000 capital improvements budget and reviewed a draft ordinance regarding native plant diversity on city property. No final votes were taken on the ordinance or budget allocations.

• Approved minutes from 11/22/21 and 1/18/22 (unanimous)
• Selected Orlo Avenue Elementary School as a tree planting site
• Adjourned meeting at 8:40 pm (unanimous)

East Providence Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners held an emergency meeting to approve two cost additions to an ongoing roofing project. These actions were taken to avoid project delays and potential contract termination.

• Approved $29,700 to bring lightning protection up to code (4-0)
• Approved $57,262 for Elevator Penthouse Thru Wall Flashing Relocation (4-0)

Special Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss the introduction of ordinances for redrawing ward boundaries following the 2020 census. The Council may also enter executive session to update and potentially vote on a settlement regarding National Prescription Opiate Litigation.

• Introduction of ordinances to redraw city ward boundaries
• Update and possible vote on settlement with Teva and Allergan Pharmaceutical Companies

East Providence Crescent Park Commission

The Commission will hold open discussions regarding Stabilization Phase I and a new building/ice rink. The body will also consider votes on 2022 fundraising and the 2022 Nominating Committee.

• Stabilization Phase I update
• New Building / Ice Rink update
• 2022 Fundraising vote
• Nominations for 2022 Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary and Treasurer
• Memorial Day Parade discussion and vote

The Commission approved the 2022 nominations for Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary, and Treasurer. Members coordinated assignments for the September 8 Food and Wine Pairing and the November 27 Tree Lighting. The board also discussed the status of Stabilization Phase 1 and the need for a new RFP for the Ice Rink project.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting
• Appointed Stephen Costa as Chairperson
• Appointed Izilda Fernandes as Vice Chairperson
• Appointed Joan Hanrahan Miller as Secretary
• Appointed Lumena Rodrigues as Treasurer

Special Meeting

The East Providence City Council is holding a special meeting to review and discuss adjusting ward boundaries (Wards 1-4) based on the 2020 census, with consultant Priti Mathur from ABCBridge Consulting. They will also discuss and possibly vote on setting a date for the second passage of the redistricting ordinance. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Review and discussion of ward boundary adjustments with Priti Mathur (ABCBridge Consulting)
• Possible vote on setting date for second passage of redistricting ordinance

East Providence Economic Development

The Economic Development Commission will meet to discuss a startup proposal and a loan request. The board may enter an executive session to review applications regarding the investment of public funds.

• Discussion of Ruarri Miller startup proposal
• Loan application request of Enotap, LLC

The Economic Development Commission unanimously approved a commercial loan for Enotap, LLC for tasting room improvements at 310 Bourne Avenue. The commission also voted to seal the minutes of its executive session.

• Approved $99,000 loan to Enotap, LLC (unanimous)
• Voted to seal executive session minutes (unanimous)

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Conservation Commission is meeting to receive updates on several infrastructure and remediation projects. The body will also discuss planning for Earth Day events on April 22nd.

• ACOE remediation project along the Ten Mile River Bike path
• Repairs to Turner Reservoir boardwalk
• Proposed pedestrian crosswalk at Pleasant Street and Hunt's Mill
• Pleasant Street bridge replacement at Ten Mile River
• Earth Day events for April 22nd

The East Providence Conservation Commission approved meeting minutes from February 15, 2021, and heard updates on grants, remediation projects, and local environmental initiatives. Public commenters shared updates on Annawamscutt Creek outreach and scheduled a cleanup event.

• Approved February 15, 2021 meeting minutes

Regular Meeting

The East Providence City Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session for litigation and claims, followed by open session votes on licenses, ordinances, and resolutions. Key items include a $97,250 appropriation for a new sprinkler system at the DPW complex, second passage of an amended waterfront TIF plan for the East Point Site, and several license applications. The agenda also includes discussions on ward redistricting, catalytic converter theft, and a possible task force on groundwater drainage.

• Appropriation of $97,250 for interior sprinkler system at 60 Commercial Way DPW complex
• Second passage of amended East Providence waterfront TIF plan for East Point Site project
• New BV liquor licenses for Baja Fresh Grill III (75 Highland Ave.) and Cigar World (899 Warren Ave.)
• Transfer of Class 3 victualing licenses for donut shops at 2371 Pawtucket Ave. and 399 N Broadway
• Discussion of ordinance requiring Council authorization for automated license plate readers

East Providence Planning Board

The East Providence Planning Board will meet to approve minutes from February 14, 2022. The board will also consider a new business item regarding a minor subdivision application.

• Minor subdivision #2021-15-Minor at 138 Burgess Avenue (Applicant: Annette Roy)

The board granted conditional approval for a minor subdivision at 138 Burgess Avenue, subject to seven specific conditions. The board also waived the requirement for sidewalks and curbing on the frontage of the two proposed parcels.

• Approved February 14, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Accepted staff and engineer memoranda regarding 138 Burgess Avenue (5-0)
• Granted conditional approval for minor subdivision #2021-15-Minor (5-0)
• Granted waiver for sidewalks and curbing at 138 Burgess Avenue (5-0)
• Delegated final plan approval for 138 Burgess Avenue to Administrative Officer (5-0)

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to discuss the search for a new Library Director and updates on facility maintenance. The agenda includes a report on $21,000 in City ARPA funds for network data closet updates.

• Library Director Search
• $21,000 in City ARPA funds for Weaver main network data closet updates
• Weaver Library fire sprinkler system, pump replacement, and roof leak
• 2022 Holiday Closing Schedule
• Library participation on the Mayor’s Internal Community Center Building Committee

The Board of Library Trustees accepted the minutes from the January meeting. The session primarily consisted of staff updates regarding hiring, facility maintenance, and the search for a new Library Director.

• Approved January meeting minutes (unanimous)

Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several ordinance amendments regarding vehicle parking on Broadway and Goldsmith Avenue. The agenda also includes discussions on regulating automated license plate readers and updating hawker and peddler licensing requirements.

• Ordinance to prohibit parking on the west side of Broadway from Freeborn Avenue to Warren Avenue
• Ordinance to prohibit parking on the east side of Goldsmith Avenue for 80 feet north of Taunton Avenue
• Ordinance requiring Council authorization for use and funding of automated license plate readers
• Resolution authorizing a lease agreement with the East Providence Boys & Girls Club
• Public hearing for a new BV liquor license for Ponto Um Take Out at 233 Warren Ave

East Providence Police and Fire Retirement System Pension Board

The East Providence Police and Fire Retirement Pension Fund Board will review the December 2021 performance report from Wainwright Investments LLC. The board is scheduled to vote on a military buyback policy and edits to an ordinance regarding the death of a retired participant.

• Vote to appoint Board Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Discussion and vote on Military Buyback policy
• Discussion and vote on editing Ordinance 11-252 regarding death of a retired participant
• Review of December 2021 Performance Report by Wainwright Investments LLC
• Executive session regarding a service-connected disability pension request for FF Burns

The Board appointed a Chairman and Vice Chairman and approved a 24-item consent calendar. Members authorized the City to seek an Independent Medical Examination (IME) for FF Burns as part of the pension disability process.

• Appointed Lt. Wyrostek as Chairman (6-0)
• Appointed Capt. Nelson as Vice Chairman (6-0)
• Authorized Trustee Moore to work with Wainwright to rebalance funds for invoices and capital calls (6-0)
• Accepted performance report into record (6-0)
• Approved 24-item consent calendar including invoices and capital calls (6-0)
• Tabled editing of Ordinance 11-252 regarding death of a retired participant (6-0)
• Requested Solicitor update on Military Buyback policy for next meeting (6-0)
• Authorized City to seek an IME for FF Burns for pension disability process (6-0)

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The East Providence Waterfront Development Special District Commission cancelled its public meeting scheduled for February 17, 2022. No agenda items were discussed or decided because the meeting did not take place.

East Providence Economic Development

The Economic Development Commission voted to table a decision on a commercial loan application from Enotap, LLC. The commission requested additional financial data and projections before taking further action. The minutes of the executive session regarding this matter were sealed.

• Voted to seal executive session minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled vote on Enotap, LLC loan application pending additional information

East Providence Economic Development

The Commission entered executive session to review a commercial loan application for Enotap, LLC. Following the session, the Commission voted to table the loan request pending the submission of additional financial and operational information. The staff report was deferred due to the length of the meeting.

• Voted to enter executive session (unanimous)
• Voted to seal executive session minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled Enotap, LLC loan application pending additional information
• Deferred staff report
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Regular Meeting

The East Providence City Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session for new claims, collective bargaining, and litigation. In open session, they will consider two ordinances: one to rescind prior bond borrowing authorizations and another to adopt an amended waterfront special development district tax increment financing plan for the East Point Site project. They will also review and vote on ratifying two collective bargaining agreements with the EPPMTEA, and confirm a reappointment to the Conservation Commission.

• Ordinance to rescind prior bond borrowing authorizations
• Ordinance adopting amended waterfront TIF plan and authorizing bonds for East Point Site infrastructure
• Ratification of EPPMTEA collective bargaining agreements (2020-2021 and 2021-2024)
• Public hearing for new BV liquor license for Taconeando Mexican Style at 181 Willett Ave.
• New carnival and special event alcohol license for East Providence Heritage Days at Pierce Memorial Field, July 29-31, 2022

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss elements of the comprehensive plan regarding housing, demographics, and economic development. The board will also consider the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Review of comprehensive plan elements: Housing, Demographics and Economic Development
• Approval of Planning Board dates for 2022
• Staff report update on ongoing development projects

The board discussed the Housing, Demographics, and Economic Development elements of the Comprehensive Plan. No formal actions were taken on these elements as the meeting was for discussion only.

• Approved December 13, 2021 minutes (6-0)

East Providence Assessment Board of Review

The Board of Assessment Review is meeting to hear and take action on 2021 tax assessment appeals. The board may approve, continue, table, dismiss, or deny the submitted appeals.

• 2021 Tax Appeal for Bank of America NA at 3400 Pawtucket Ave (Account # 310-05-009-00)

The Board of Assessment Review heard a 2021 tax appeal for a commercial property. The board determined the assessor's valuation was reasonable and denied the request for a value change.

• Denied 2021 tax assessment appeal for Bank of America NA at 3400 Pawtucket Avenue (unanimous)
• Confirmed Maria L. Stoddard as Chairman (unanimous)
• Confirmed Dereck Mendoza as Vice Chairman (unanimous)

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The Personnel Hearing Board is meeting to review eligibility and certification lists for several city positions. The meeting is being conducted virtually via Zoom.

• Review of Part-time Digital Services & Reference Librarian employment lists
• Review of Traffic Control employment lists
• Review of Youth Services Assistant employment lists

The Board reviewed and signed eligibility and certification lists for three positions. The January 20, 2022 meeting minutes were also accepted.

• Approved Part-Time Digital Services & Reference Librarian eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Traffic Control eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Youth Services Assistant eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Accepted January 20, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The Zoning Board of Review will consider several dimensional and use variance petitions for residential and commercial properties. The board will also discuss amending its policy to cap the number of agenda items per hearing.

• Petition 6886: 16-unit residential facility at 336 Bullocks Point Avenue
• Petition 6889: Conversion of commercial facility to mixed commercial/residential at 2224 Pawtucket Avenue
• Petition 6890: Third-floor attic dormer addition at 62 Cedar Avenue
• Petition 6891: Parcel subdivision at 56 Oxford Street
• Petition 6892: Single-family dwelling addition at 31 Pokanoket Avenue

The Zoning Board of Review approved a 16-unit affordable housing project at 336 Bullocks Point Avenue and dimensional variances for a home addition at 31 Pokanoket Avenue and a dormer at 62 Cedar Avenue. A request for a dimensional variance at 16 Rounds Avenue was denied. Two other petitions were continued to April 6, 2022, to allow for further planning and review.

• Denied dimensional variance for 16 Rounds Avenue (1-4)
• Approved 16-unit residential project at 336 Bullocks Point Avenue (5-0)
• Tabled 2224 Pawtucket Avenue use variance to April 6 (5-0)
• Approved dormer dimensional variance for 62 Cedar Avenue (5-0)
• Tabled 56 Oxford Street subdivision to April 6 (5-0)
• Approved dimensional variance for 31 Pokanoket Avenue (5-0)

East Providence Crescent Park Commission

The East Providence Crescent Park Commission will discuss a revised bid for a new building and ice rink. The body will also consider requests for memorial benches and plan 2022 fundraising.

• Revised bid from Morton Builders for New Building / Ice Rink
• Memorial bench requests from Dana Gee and Jamie Glenn
• Update on Stabilization Phase I
• Review of COVID-19 guidelines for 2022 fundraising
• Selection of 2022 Nominating Committee

The Commission voted to cancel and postpone indoor fundraising events due to Covid-19 guidelines. Members decided to seek more detailed cost specifications for a new building and ice rink before presenting the project to the Council.

• Approved offering restoration of three entrance benches to families requesting memorial plaques
• Voted to revisit ice rink building costs with Erik Skadberg and the Purchasing Agent
• Cancelled March Comedy Show/Pasta Dinner and postponed February Family Bingo
• Approved ordering a memorial plaque for Sharlene Damiani for the Memorial Tree
• Appointed Izilda Fernandes, Joan Hanrahan-Miller, and Lumena Rodrigues to the 2022 Nominating Committee
• Approved October 26, 2021 minutes

Regular Meeting

The East Providence City Council is meeting to consider two ordinances introduced by Councilwoman Sousa: one to raise the tobacco purchase age to 21, and another to regulate electronic nicotine devices and combustible cannabis in public places. The agenda also includes numerous license applications, including transfers of Dunkin Donuts victualing licenses, and discussions on automated license plate readers and ARPA plans.

• Ordinance to raise tobacco purchase age to 21 (Chapter 9 amendment)
• Ordinance to regulate e-cigarettes and combustible cannabis in public places (Chapter 13 amendment)
• Transfer of three Dunkin Donuts victualing licenses to East Providence Donuts LLC
• Show cause hearings for Asian Taste, Rei De Carne, Golden House for operating without valid victualing licenses
• Discussion on Flock Group Inc. automatic license plate detection cameras

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The Board approved a request to close all library locations on the morning of March 1 for grant-funded EDI training. The Board also accepted the December minutes and received updates on facility repairs and staffing.

• Approved closing all library locations March 1 from 9:00am-1:00pm for EDI Training
• Accepted December minutes

East Providence Housing Authority

The East Providence Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to elect officers and review several operational reports. The board is scheduled to vote on contracts for masonry at Harbor View and parking lot improvements at Goldsmith Manor.

• Masonry Harbor View bid/contract vote
• Goldsmith Manor Parking Lot improvements bid/contract vote
• Board Election of Officers
• Discussion and possible vote on Community Room

The Board of Commissioners approved two major construction contracts for masonry restoration at Harborview Manor and parking lot upgrades at Goldsmith. The board also accepted several administrative reports and deferred the election of board officers until the next meeting.

• Approved $618,300 masonry contract for Harborview Manor (7-0)
• Approved $258,000 parking lot upgrade contract (7-0)
• Accepted December 2021 paid bills of $194,968.69 (7-0)
• Tabled board officer elections until March 8, 2022 (7-0)
• Accepted December 14, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Accepted Executive Director, Vacancy, Voucher, and Self Sufficiency reports (7-0)

East Providence Economic Development

The commission will meet to approve its 2022 meeting calendar and review minutes from December 2021. Members will hold an open discussion on local economic development issues and a specific funding request from Stephen DeMello.

• Approval of 2022 Meeting Calendar
• Discussion on funding request of Stephen DeMello
• Open discussion on East Providence economic development issues
• Staff report on active and recently approved city projects

The Commission approved the minutes from their previous meeting and adopted the 2022 meeting calendar. Members also discussed various economic development projects, including potential grant applications, a new GIS mapping tool, and the status of ongoing local construction projects.

• Approved December 16, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Determined vehicle purchase request ineligible for funding

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The East Providence Waterfront District Commission is meeting to review updates on South Quay. The body will vote on the FY22 Mid-Year Financial Report and the Calendar Year 2021 Annual Report.

• South Quay updates
• FY22 Mid-Year Financial Report
• Calendar Year 2021 Annual Report
• Approval of December 16, 2021 meeting minutes

The Commission approved the first and second quarter financial reports for FY21 and the Calendar Year 2021 Annual Report. Staff provided updates on the FY2023 proposed budget and the sale of Phillipsdale Landing.

• Approved December 16, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY21 1st and 2nd Quarter Financial Reports (unanimous)
• Approved Calendar Year 2021 Annual Report (unanimous)

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Conservation Commission will meet to elect its Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The body will also discuss several maintenance and activity items at Hunt’s Mills and review a draft annual report.

• Election of officers (Chair, Vice Chair and Secretary)
• Composting toilets at Hunt’s Mills
• Blackstone Heritage Corridor sponsored hikes at Hunt’s Mills
• Repair of stair posts at Hunt’s Mills
• Newman crossing trailhead

The Commission approved the minutes from November 16, 2021, and unanimously elected its officers for 2022. Members discussed various trail maintenance needs and potential infrastructure improvements at Hunt's Mills.

• Approved November 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Elected Keith Gonsalves as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Ernie Germani as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected James Boyd as Secretary (unanimous)

Regular Meeting

The East Providence City Council is meeting to consider several items, including new business licenses, resolutions for water infrastructure studies, and an ordinance to raise the tobacco purchase age to 21. They will also discuss a community meeting on automated license plate detection cameras and a procedure for reviewing city clerk applications. The agenda includes routine items like tax abatements and appointments.

• Ordinance to raise tobacco purchase age to 21 (Chapter 9 amendment)
• Ordinance to add electronic nicotine devices and combustible cannabis to public places rules (Chapter 13 amendment)
• Resolution authorizing agreement with CDM Smith for water supply main inspection study
• Resolution authorizing agreement with CDM Smith for Pawtucket Water interconnection project study
• Resolution authorizing interconnection operation agreement with Bristol County Water Authority

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The meeting scheduled for January 12, 2022, was not held due to an executive order. All petitions have been automatically continued to February 2, 2022.

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The January 12, 2022, meeting was continued to February 2, 2022, by executive order of Mayor DaSilva due to an increase in COVID. The original agenda included hearings on residential and commercial variances and a discussion on capping agenda items.

• Petition No. 6858: Variance for above-ground pool at 16 Rounds Avenue
• Petition No. 6886: Variance for 16-unit residential facility at 336 Bullocks Point Avenue
• Petition No. 6889: Use variance for mixed commercial/residential use at 2224 Pawtucket Avenue
• Proposed cap on the number of agenda items permitted per hearing

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review meeting scheduled for January 12, 2022, was not held due to an executive order. As a result, all continued and new petitions were automatically continued to February 2, 2022.

• All petitions continued to February 2, 2022 due to cancellation

East Providence Municipal Integrity Committee f/k/a East Providence Affirmative Action

The East Providence Affirmative Action Committee will meet to review minutes and discuss body cameras with East Providence Police Department leadership. The body will also discuss upcoming celebrations for Martin Luther King Jr. and Black History Month.

• Discussion of EPPD Body Cameras with Chief Christopher Francesconi and Major Barry Ramer
• Planning for Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on January 19, 2022
• Planning for Black History Month Celebration

East Providence Planning Board

The regularly scheduled Planning Board meeting for January 10, 2022, was canceled.

The provided document is a 2022 meeting schedule and does not contain minutes or records of actions taken during the January 10, 2022 meeting.

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The East Providence Personnel Hearing Board unanimously approved the minutes from its December 20, 2021 meeting. The Board also unanimously approved eligibility and certification lists for Part-Time Member Services Representative and Police Officer positions.

• Approved December 20, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Part-Time Member Services Representative eligibility list (unanimous)
• Approved Part-Time Member Services Representative certification list (unanimous)
• Approved Police Officer eligibility list (unanimous)
• Approved Police Officer certification list (unanimous)

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The provided document is a schedule of hearing dates and submission deadlines for the Zoning Board of Review. It does not list specific cases or items for decision.

CANCELLED - Jan. 4, 2022 - Regular Meeting

This regular City Council meeting was cancelled, so no official business will be conducted. The agenda included items that would have been considered, such as license applications and resolutions, but none were acted upon.

• Victualling License application for The Hookah Trap at 259 Waterman Avenue
• Special event alcohol license for St. Francis Xavier Church, 81 N. Carpenter Street, Jan. 29, 2022
• Resolution to authorize agreement with CDM Smith for East Providence Water Supply Main Project inspection
• Resolution to authorize agreement with CDM Smith for Pawtucket Water Interconnection Project study