East Providence public meetings in 2024

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The East Providence Waterfront Development Special District Commission will meet to conduct a continued public hearing regarding a development application. The body will also vote on the approval of minutes from the October 17, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing continuation for Metacomet Property LLC development at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway (Map 107, Block 15, Lot 1 and Lot 1-10)

The Waterfront Commission approved the development application for 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway. The approval is subject to 11 conditions, including requirements for traffic studies, public access to the East Bay Bike Path, and compliance with historical preservation directives. The Commission denied the requested variance for monument signage without prejudice.

• Approved October 17, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Closed public hearing for 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway (6-0)
• Approved development at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway with conditions (6-0)
• Denied monument signage variance for 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The Waterfront Commission Hearing Panel will meet to provide an advisory opinion on a development application from Metacomet Property LLC. The discussion focuses on requested variances for a property located at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

• Public hearing on Metacomet Property LLC application for 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway
• Requested variances for monument signage on Veterans Memorial Parkway
• Requested variances for parking ratios
• Requested variances for fenestration percentage

The East Providence Waterfront District Commission Hearing Panel held a public hearing on Metacomet Property LLC's development application at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway. The panel unanimously approved the requested parking relief and unanimously denied the requested monument signage variance without prejudice. The minutes do not record a decision on the fenestration percentage request.

• Approved requested parking relief for Metacomet Property LLC application (unanimous)
• Denied requested variance without prejudice for monument signage (unanimous)

East Providence Police and Fire Retirement System Pension Board

The East Providence Police and Fire Retirement Pension Board will meet to vote on the reappointment of a civilian representative and the swearing-in of a new administrator. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss disability pension requests for three individuals.

• Vote to reappoint John Wallace as Civilian Representative
• Disability pension requests for N. Garcia, A. Handfield, and P. Taaffe
• Review and possible adoption of Plan Administrative Documents prepared by Ice Miller LLP
• Approval of 3rd quarter invoices for Barings, IR+M, RhumbLine, and Wainwright Investment Counsel, LLC
• Setting of regular quarterly meeting dates for 2025

The Board approved proposed policies from Ice Miller LLP to ensure IRS compliance, though the Solicitor will review specific language in Section 4. The Board also reappointed John Wallace as the civilian representative and approved a 2025 meeting schedule.

• Reappointed John Wallace as civilian representative (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar including 29 items such as invoices and performance reports (7-0)
• Scheduled 2025 workshop for 2/11 and quarterly meetings for 2/25, 5/27, 8/26, and 11/12 (7-0)
• Adopted proposed Ice Miller LLP policies for IRS compliance (7-0)
• Directed Solicitor to contact Ice Miller regarding language in Section 4 (1) (A) (7-0)

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will discuss and possibly vote on funding for school capital improvements and a contract for the Carousel Stabilator Project. The body will also review several business license applications and tax abatements.

• Appropriation of $552,100 from the East Providence School Department Capital Improvement Revolving Fund
• Resolution to contract with Carousel & Carvings Inc. for Phase II of the Carousel Stabilator Project
• Tax abatements totaling $6,962.08 (Board of Review) and $91,221.16 (Tax Assessors Office)
• New business licenses for Beauty by Tabitha (101 Turner Avenue) and La Loncherita Food Truck (108 Congress Avenue)
• Business license transfer for Brazilian Family Market RI (1024 S. Broadway)

East Providence Canvassing Authority

The East Providence Canvassing Authority is meeting to certify the results of the November 5, 2024 General Election. The body will also consider a motion to approve write-in votes from the same election.

• Certification of East Providence School Committee election results
• Approval of November 5, 2024 write-in votes

The Board of Canvassing certified the November 5, 2024 election and approved write-in candidates for that election. The board also met in executive session to discuss a human rights complaint.

• Certified 11/5/2024 election (Unanimous)
• Approved write-ins for 11/5/24 election (Unanimous)

East Providence Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review reports on public housing, Section 8, and finances. The board is scheduled to vote on the 2025 meeting schedule and the closing of the public housing wait list.

• Paid Bill Report October 2024: $178,327.65
• Paid Bill Report November 2024: $720,639.92
• Vote on 2025 Board Meeting Schedule
• Vote on closing of Public Housing Wait List
• Approval of October 15, 2024 minutes

The Board of Commissioners approved the closing of the Public Housing Wait List for efficiencies, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom units effective January 1, 2025. The board also accepted several administrative reports and approved paid bills for October and November 2024.

• Approved closing of Public Housing Wait List for efficiencies, 1, and 2 bedrooms on January 1, 2025 (All Aye)
• Approved October 2024 Paid Bills Report of $178,327.65 (All Aye)
• Approved November 2024 Paid Bills Report of $720,639.92 (All Aye)
• Approved 2025 Board Meeting Schedule (All Aye)
• Approved October 15, 2024 meeting minutes (All Aye)
• Accepted Executive Director Report (All Aye)
• Accepted Public Housing Vacancy Report (All Aye)
• Accepted Resident Coordinator, Housing Choice Voucher, and Family Self Sufficiency reports (All Aye)

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will discuss the allocation of ARPA funds and the distribution of $1.2 million in financial relief for businesses affected by the Washington Bridge closure. The body will also consider an ordinance to establish a school department capital improvement revolving fund.

• Ordinance to establish an East Providence school department capital improvement revolving fund
• Discussion on $1.2 million allocated for Washington Bridge closure business relief
• Resolution to purchase a dump truck for DPW Parks Division and two pickup trucks for DPW Highway Division
• Resolution for GPS mapping of the water transmission pipeline via Pure Technologies
• Proposed no-parking ordinance on School Street (north side) from Potter Street to Purchase Street

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several minor subdivision requests and a preliminary plan extension. The board will also provide a recommendation on a proposed mixed-use development at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

• Mixed-use development proposal at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway
• Preliminary Plan Approval extension for 330, 350, 354 Taunton Avenue
• Minor Subdivision request for 25 Orange Street
• Minor Subdivision and Special Use Permit request for 11-19 Whelden Ave and 6 Short St
• Approval of the 2025 Planning Board Meeting Calendar

The East Providence Planning Board approved two minor subdivision requests and provided a positive advisory recommendation for a mixed-use development at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway. The Board also granted a preliminary plan extension for 350 Taunton Avenue and approved the 2025 meeting calendar. All meeting minutes from August through November 2024 were approved with amendments.

• Approved preliminary plan extension for 350 Taunton Ave (unanimous)
• Approved 25 Orange St subdivision and dimensional relief (unanimous)
• Approved 11-19 Whelden Ave subdivision and special use permit (5-1)
• Recommended 500 Veterans Memorial Pkwy project consistency (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Planning Board meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Approved Aug-Nov 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The East Providence Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial and personnel reports. The board will discuss the progress of the Five Year Plan and vote on a tabling policy.

• Discussion and vote on tabling policy
• Onboarding plan for a new Trustee following Kathy Dias' non-renewal
• Progress check on the Five Year Plan
• Executive session regarding EPPMTEA grievances update

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved a new tabling policy. Members also reviewed progress on the library's Five Year Plan and discussed the onboarding process for new trustees.

• Approved November 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved new tabling policy (unanimous)

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss and potentially vote on a master plan submission for 100 Wampanoag Trail. The proposal seeks to convert a former nursing home into a 26-unit residential apartment building via adaptive reuse.

• Land Development Application # 2024-07-LDP: 26-unit residential apartment building at 100 Wampanoag Trail

The Planning Board approved the master plan for an adaptive reuse project at 100 Wampanoag Trail. Approval is conditional upon the submission of peer-reviewed plans for landscaping, stormwater, lighting, and traffic. The board also required privacy fencing and dark sky compliant lighting.

• Approved master plan for 100 Wampanoag Trail subject to peer-reviewed landscape, stormwater, lighting, and traffic plans (5-0)
• Approved master plan subject to applicant paying City public notification expenses (5-0)
• Approved master plan subject to preliminary plan meeting Land Development and Subdivision Review Regulations (5-0)
• Approved master plan subject to compliance with all City, State, and Federal regulations (5-0)
• Approved master plan subject to installation of privacy and anti-trespassing fencing for abutters (5-0)
• Approved master plan subject to dark sky compliant lighting to prevent pollution toward abutting properties (5-0)
• Voted to enter 13 documents, including plan sets and neighbor emails, into the record (5-0)

East Providence Crescent Park Commission

The commission will review updates on the Stabilization Phase II and New Building projects. Members will discuss mobile food establishments on Carousel Grounds and evaluate 2024 fundraising events. The meeting includes a possible vote on a donation request from Edward R. Martin Middle School.

• Donation request from Edward R. Martin Middle School
• Stabilization Phase II project update
• New Building Project update
• Mobile Food Establishments on Carousel Grounds
• 2025 fundraising ideas and nominating committee

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Conservation Commission will meet to discuss shoreline repairs at Crescent Park and the establishment of a new trailhead. The body will also review trail kiosk signage and property encroachment issues.

• CRMC public notice for storm damage repair and new revetment construction at Crescent Park
• Proposed new trailhead at Newman Crossing
• Trail kiosk maps and signage for four kiosks
• Status of Seekonk property owners encroaching upon City property

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will discuss and possibly vote on a resolution authorizing the mayor to enter a contract with W. Walsh Company for the cleaning and lining phase V of the water system upgrade. Two utility ordinance amendments will be considered, changing the grace period for sewer and water payments from seven calendar days to seven business days. The council will also receive updates on ARPA‑funded projects and other routine items.

• Resolution authorizing Mayor to contract with W. Walsh Company for cleaning and lining phase V water system upgrade
• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 17 utilities: change 7‑calendar‑day grace period to 7 business days for sewer (Sponsor Councilwoman Sousa)
• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 17 utilities: change 7‑calendar‑day grace period to 7 business days for water (Sponsor Councilwoman Sousa)
• Ordinance creating East Providence School Department Capital Improvement Revolving Fund (Sponsors Councilman President Rodericks, Councilwoman Sousa)
• Consent calendar notice for new property at 125‑127 Valley Street, East Providence, RI 02914 (Map 105 Block 04 Parcel 002.00)

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The provided document is a schedule of regular meetings for the Personnel Hearing Board in 2025. It contains no specific agenda items for discussion or decision.

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The Personnel Hearing Board will meet to approve the 2025 board calendar and review eligibility and certification lists for three specific job roles.

• Review of Senior Planner (Planner II) employment lists
• Review of HVAC Technician – General Maintenance employment lists
• Review of Parks Superintendent employment lists
• Approval of Annual 2025 Personnel Hearing Board Calendar

The Personnel Hearing Board approved eligibility, certification, and promotional lists for three city roles. These lists cover the positions of Senior Planner (Planner II), HVAC Technician, and Parks Superintendent.

• Approved Senior Planner eligibility list (unanimous)
• Approved Senior Planner certification list (unanimous)
• Approved HVAC Technician eligibility list (unanimous)
• Approved HVAC Technician certification list (unanimous)
• Approved Parks Superintendent promotional list (unanimous)
• Approved Parks Superintendent certification list (unanimous)
• Approved October 21, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The Design Review Committee will hold a continued public hearing regarding a proposed development by Metacomet Property LLC. The committee will vote on a recommendation to the Waterfront District Commission concerning the project.

• Public hearing and vote on Metacomet Property LLC application for 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway (Map 107, Block 15, Lot 1 and Lot 1-10)
• Vote on meeting minutes from August 8, 2024

The Design Review Committee voted to recommend a positive advisory opinion to the Waterfront Commission for the Metacomet Property LLC development at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway. The recommendation covers Phases 1A, 2, and 3 of the project and is subject to ten specific conditions, including state agency approvals, traffic studies, and affordable housing certifications.

• Approved August 8, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended positive advisory opinion for Metacomet redevelopment (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

East Providence Planning Board

The East Providence Planning Board will discuss and vote on two minor subdivision proposals. One request involves a property on Orange Street needing relief for lot depth and area, while the other involves properties on Whelden Avenue and Short Street requiring variances for setbacks and parking. Both items are being considered under the Unified Development Plan Review process.

• Minor subdivision of 25 Orange Street (Petition No. 7002) seeking relief for deficient lot depth, area, and building coverage.
• Minor subdivision of 11-19 Whelden Ave and 6 Short St (Petition No. 7003) seeking relief for setbacks, lot area, and parking.
• Special Use Permit request for the 11-19 Whelden Ave property to use an existing three-family dwelling in an R-6 Zoning District.
• Approval of Planning Board minutes from August 19, August 26, September 9, and October 15, 2024.

The East Providence Planning Board meeting scheduled for November 12, 2024, did not take place. No substantive business was conducted or decisions made.

• Meeting cancelled

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will discuss potential overrides of a mayoral veto regarding the FY2025 capital budget. The body will also review various business licenses and a scholarship appropriation. An executive session is scheduled to discuss litigation updates.

• Possible vote to override Mayor's veto of Capital Budget FY25 amendments
• Ordinance to appropriate up to $5,500 for East End Theatre & Performing Arts scholarship
• Public hearing for annual miscellaneous and alcoholic beverage license renewals
• Application for Domino’s Pizza (2145 Pawtucket Avenue) to open between 1:00am and 6:00am
• Appointment of Joseph Votolato as Assistant City Solicitor

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The East Providence Library Board of Trustees will discuss and vote on changes to operating hours for Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve, and the Saturday following Black Friday. The meeting includes reports on finances, personnel, and usage statistics.

• Vote on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve hours
• Vote on whether to remain open the Saturday after Black Friday
• Review of financial, personnel, and facilities reports
• Discussion of Niche Academy trustee trainings

The Board of Trustees approved a permanent change to holiday operating hours. The board also decided to maintain existing schedules for the Saturday following Thanksgiving.

• Approved changing future Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve hours from 9-12 to 9-12:30 (unanimous)
• Decided to make no change to library hours on the Saturdays after Thanksgiving
• Approved October 2024 minutes (unanimous)

East Providence Canvassing Authority

The East Providence Canvassing Authority is meeting to conduct business for the November 5, 2024 General Election. The agenda does not list specific items beyond general election business.

• Conducting business for the November 5, 2024 General Election

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

The committee is meeting to vote on previous meeting minutes and the appointment of a committee secretary. Members will discuss diversity and inclusion training for EPFD recruits and the appointment of a new City Clerk and Director of Finance.

• Diversity and Inclusion training for E.P.F.D. Recruits
• Appointment of a new Director of Finance
• Appointment of a new City Clerk
• Rhode Island State Government Internship Program
• Annual Native American Month Celebration on November 20, 2024

East Providence City Council

The City Council will consider appointing a new City Clerk and hiring a law firm to conduct inquiries. The proposed inquiries concern the Office of the City Clerk and the administration of Washington Bridge Small Business Grant Program funds.

• Acceptance of City Clerk Jill Seppa's resignation effective November 1, 2024
• Appointment of Andreza Skipworth as City Clerk effective November 1, 2024
• Resolution to hire law firm Oliverio & Marcaccio LLP as special legal counsel
• Discussion of part-time Council position job description and advertisement
• Executive session regarding City Clerk resignation and misconduct investigations

The City Council accepted the resignation of City Clerk Jill Seppa and appointed Andreza Skipworth to the position. The Council also authorized the hiring of special legal counsel.

• Accepted resignation of City Clerk Jill Seppa effective November 1, 2024
• Appointed Andreza Skipworth as City Clerk effective November 1, 2024
• Approved resolution authorizing the hiring of special legal counsel by the City Council

East Providence City Council

The East Providence City Council will discuss updates on all ARPA-funded projects and review a $3.75 million Safer Grant allocation for the Fire Department. The body will also consider several contracts for infrastructure and library furnishings.

• Contract with Manafort Brothers, Inc. for Booth Avenue Slope Stabilization Project
• Contract with Robert H. Lord Company, Inc. for library furnishings
• Appropriation of up to $5,500 for East End Theatre & Performing Arts scholarship
• Public hearing for annual alcoholic beverage license renewals
• Ordinances changing sewer and water grace periods from calendar days to business days

The East Providence City Council approved the purchase of property at 0 Pawtucket Avenue using ARPA funds and authorized contracts for library furnishings and slope stabilization. The Council also tabled ordinances regarding utility bill grace periods and the creation of a school capital improvement fund until the November 12 meeting. Additionally, several appointments to the Crescent Park Advisory Commission and the Zoning Board of Review were confirmed.

• Approved $6,196.28 in tax abatements (4-0)
• Confirmed Matthew Gunnip to Zoning Board of Review (4-0)
• Approved $750 for Historical Society holiday hayride (4-0)
• Approved Booth Avenue slope stabilization contract (4-0)
• Approved $127,375 library furnishings contract (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 0 Pawtucket Avenue property (4-0)
• Tabled utility grace period ordinances to Nov 19 (4-0)
• Tabled school capital fund ordinance to Nov 12 (4-0)

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The Personnel Hearing Board will review eligibility and certification lists for several city job openings. The board will also consider the meeting calendar for 2025.

• Review of Police Officer (Entry Level) employment lists
• Review of Water Utility Laborer employment lists
• Review of Automotive Mechanic I employment lists
• Review of Police Officer (Lateral) employment lists
• Review of Assistant Fleet Manager and Accounts Maintenance Clerk/Payroll Backup lists

The East Providence Personnel Hearing Board approved the minutes from the August 19, 2024 meeting and the 2025 meeting calendar. The Board also reviewed and unanimously approved eligibility and certification lists for various city positions, including police officers, water utility laborers, and mechanics.

• Approved August 19, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted annual 2025 Personnel Hearing Board calendar (unanimous)
• Approved Police Officer - Entry Level eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Water Utility Laborer eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Automotive Mechanic I eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Police Officer - Lateral eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Assistant Fleet Manager eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Accounts Maintenance Clerk/Payroll Backup eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The East Providence Waterfront Development Special District Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed development by Metacomet Property LLC. The body will also review a financial audit report for Fiscal Year 24.

• Public hearing on Metacomet Property LLC application for 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway
• Report on Fiscal Year 24 Financial Audit
• Vote on September 25, 2024 meeting minutes

The East Providence Waterfront District Commission approved the September 25, 2024 meeting minutes and accepted the Fiscal Year 24 financial audit as presented. The Commission also heard presentations and public comments regarding Metacomet Property LLC's development application at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway, voting to continue the public hearing to November 21, 2024.

• Approved September 25, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Fiscal Year 24 financial audit (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing on Metacomet Property LLC application to November 21, 2024 (unanimous)

East Providence Economic Development

The Economic Development Commission will discuss the economic development element of the Comprehensive Plan. The body will also vote on storefront improvement grant applications for four local businesses.

• Storefront Improvement Grant application: Italian Corner Deli
• Storefront Improvement Grant application: Supra Nails
• Storefront Improvement Grant application: M&M New York System
• Storefront Improvement Grant application: Zoe's Pizza
• Discussion on Economic Development Element of Comprehensive Plan

The Economic Development Commission recommended approval for three storefront improvement grant applications. The commission also discussed updates to the Economic Element of the Comprehensive Plan and current Commerce RI Grant applications.

• Approved September 19, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval for storefront grants for Italian Corner Deli, M&M New York System, and Zoe’s Pizza
• Denied recommendation for Supra Nails storefront grant

East Providence Veterans Advisory Committee

The East Providence Veterans Advisory Committee will meet to discuss old and new business. The agenda includes a review of the Veterans Appreciation Dinner and a discussion regarding goals for 2024.

• Veterans Appreciation Dinner
• 2024 goals

East Providence Tree Commission

The East Providence Tree Commission will review an appeal of a Tree Warden's decision regarding 82 Padelford Avenue. The body will also review a new street tree inventory report and discuss the Strategic Tree Canopy Plan.

• Appeal of Tree Warden’s decision for 82 Padelford Avenue, Riverside, RI
• Review of Street Tree Inventory Report results
• Updates on the USDA Urban and Community Forestry Grant
• Discussion of East Providence Strategic Tree Canopy Plan presentation to the Mayor

The East Providence Tree Commission unanimously denied a homeowner's appeal to remove a healthy black oak street tree at 82 Padelford Avenue to accommodate solar panels. The commission also approved the July 17, 2024 meeting minutes and set its 2025 meeting dates.

• Approved July 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Denied appeal to remove the black oak street tree at 82 Padelford Avenue (unanimous)
• Accepted proposed 2025 meeting dates of January 15, April 16, July 16, and October 15 (unanimous)

East Providence City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially amend the Mayor's proposed FY2025 budget. The session includes votes on several ordinances related to city appropriations, property tax collection, and borrowing authority.

• Proposed appropriation of $221,692,101 for city government support for FY2025
• Proposed appropriation of $6,118,625 for the FY2025 Capital Budget, including $2,300,000 for road and sidewalk improvements
• Ordinance to assess and collect property tax up to $118,754,645
• Ordinances authorizing the Director of Finance to borrow funds in anticipation of taxes and bonds
• Resolution to hire outside legal counsel following the resignation of the Assistant City Solicitor

The City Council held a special meeting to review the proposed FY2025 budget and conduct public hearings on financial ordinances. The Council approved ordinances regarding property tax assessment, tax anticipation borrowing, and bond anticipation borrowing. An ordinance appropriating $6,118,625 for the FY2025 Capital Budget was also approved, while no motion was made for the general city government appropriation ordinance.

• Approved property tax assessment and collection ordinance (5-0)
• Approved tax anticipation borrowing ordinance (5-0)
• Approved bond anticipation borrowing ordinance (5-0)
• Approved $6,118,625 FY2025 Capital Budget ordinance (3-2)
• Denied resolution to hire outside legal counsel (2-3)

East Providence Historic District Commission

The East Providence Historic District Commission will meet to receive updates on the Hunt’s Mills pump house and its key. The body will also discuss a condition assessment and maintenance plan for Newman Cemetery.

• Update on Hunt’s Mills pump house
• Key to the Hunt’s Mills pump house
• Newman Cemetery condition assessment and maintenance plan

The Commission approved the minutes from September 11, 2024. Members discussed the status of the Hunt’s Mill pump house and the Newman Cemetery condition assessment. No new ordinances or contracts were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved September 11, 2024 minutes
• Denied key access to the East Providence Historical Society for the pump house

East Providence City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting for a budget workshop regarding Fiscal Year 2024-2025. This session is for discussion only and covers several city departments.

• Discussion of Community Development, Planning & Economic Development budget
• Discussion of Public Works, Building Inspection, Engineering, Highway/Parks, and Streetlights budget
• Discussion of Police, Fire, and Public Safety Communications budget
• Discussion of Finance Department budget

The East Providence City Council held a special meeting and workshop to discuss the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget, hearing presentations and updates from various city departments including Planning, Public Works, Public Safety, and Finance. The minutes record discussion only with no substantive final votes or policy adoptions taken.

• Held a workshop for the FY 2024-2025 proposed budget with no final votes recorded

East Providence Mayor's Council on Indigenous Affairs

The Mayor's Advisory Council on Indigenous Affairs will meet to discuss preparations for Native American Month. The body will also address upcoming board elections and review patch illustrations for the E.P.F.D. "Wampanoag Warriors".

• Review of E.P.F.D. "Wampanoag Warriors" patch illustrations
• Native American Month display case decoration
• Native American Month Celebration scheduled for 11/20 at 6:00pm
• November Board Elections

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review will consider several variance requests and special use permits. The agenda includes decisions on industrial storage, commercial signage, and residential additions.

• Special use permit for four exterior ethanol storage tanks at 275 Ferris Avenue
• Special use permit to convert a static billboard to LED at 1175 Warren Avenue
• Use variance for an automotive warehousing facility at 0 Colwell Street
• Dimensional variances for a car wash mechanical room at 2200 Pawtucket Avenue and 645 Waterman Avenue
• Dimensional variance for a second-floor addition at 38 Manning Drive

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review approved a special use permit for Latitude Beverages Company to install four in-ground ethanol storage tanks at 275 Ferris Avenue and approved a special use permit for Luckys Realty to convert a static billboard to LED at 1175 Warren Avenue. The board also granted dimensional and use variances for a car wash modernization project at 2200 Pawtucket Avenue and 645 Waterman Avenue, and a dimensional variance for a covered porch at 130 Lindy Avenue. Additionally, the board denied a Class I survey waiver for 38 Manning Drive and continued two petitions to November 6, 2024.

• Approved six-month extension for SFD Holdings at 1002 Pawtucket Avenue (5-0)
• Continued Patricio Vally Pinto storage facility petition to November 6, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved dimensional variance for covered porch at 130 Lindy Avenue (5-0)
• Approved use variance and dimensional variances for Colbea Enterprises car wash modernization at 2200 Pawtucket Avenue and 645 Waterman Avenue (5-0)
• Denied waiver of Class I survey for 38 Manning Drive (0-5)
• Continued Jonathan Pangborn addition petition at 38 Manning Drive to November 6, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved special use permit for exterior ethanol storage tanks at 275 Ferris Avenue (4-1)
• Approved special use permit to convert static billboard to LED at 1175 Warren Avenue (4-1)

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The East Providence Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and vote on the library's mission statement and operating hours for Friday, November 29. The meeting includes reports on finances, personnel, and the Summer Reading Program.

• Vote on library hours for Friday, November 29
• Vote on Library Mission Statement
• Copper Beech Tree facilities update
• Five Year Plan update
• Summer Reading Program summary

The East Providence Library Board of Trustees approved the library's new mission statement and voted to close the Riverside Branch on Friday, November 29. The board also approved the September 2024 meeting minutes and heard reports from library staff, leadership, and the Foundation.

• Approved September 2024 meeting minutes unanimously
• Approved closing Riverside Branch on Friday, November 29 unanimously
• Adopted new library mission statement unanimously

East Providence City Council

The City Council is deciding on the FY2025 city government budget and a $6.1 million capital budget. Members will also discuss small business grants related to the Washington Bridge closure and various special event licenses.

• Ordinance appropriating $221,692,101 for city government support for FY2025
• Ordinance appropriating $6,118,625 for FY2025 Capital Budget and FY2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program
• Discussion on hiring legal counsel regarding Mayor's withholding of small business grants
• Liquor license public hearing for Himalayan Spice dba SWAD at 185-187 Willett Ave
• Resolution for asbestos removal change order at former Oldham Elementary School

The East Providence City Council met on October 1, 2024, issuing several proclamations, approving various licenses and board appointments, and authorizing resolutions regarding asbestos removal and sister city relations. The council tabled votes on the FY2025 capital budget, capital improvement program, and city government budget ordinances until the October 15 meeting. Additionally, the council introduced ordinances concerning utility grace periods, property tax assessments, and borrowing funds.

• Approved various licenses including special events, road races, alcohol permits, and a liquor license for Himalayan Spice (5-0 on final vote)
• Accepted mayoral appointments and reappointments to the Affirmative Action Commission and Housing Authority (5-0)
• Tabled FY2025 Capital Budget and Capital Improvement Program ordinance to October 15 (5-0)
• Tabled City Government support budget ordinance to October 15 (5-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing change order with Acme Abatement Contractor, Inc. for Oldham Elementary roof asbestos removal (5-0)
• Approved resolution entering agreement with ITsavvy LLC for security training and e-mail archiving (5-0)
• Approved resolution reaffirming sister city relations with Vila Franca do Campo, Portugal (5-0)
• Introduced utility ordinances changing grace periods to 7 business days and property tax/borrowing ordinances for first passage

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The Waterfront Development Special District Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed development at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway. The body will also review reports on Kettle Point and the city's Comprehensive Plan.

• Public hearing on Metacomet Property LLC application for 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway
• Kettle Point Annual Assessment Report
• Planning Department Report on Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion on updating Ordinances for consistency with Rhode Island General Laws

The Commission voted to have staff and legal counsel prepare ordinances that conform to 2024 Rhode Island General Laws regarding land use. A public hearing for a proposed development by Metacomet Property LLC was continued to October 17, 2024.

• Approved August 13, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Directed staff and legal counsel to present ordinances conforming to Rhode Island General Laws (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing on Metacomet Property LLC application to October 17, 2024 (unanimous)

East Providence City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting for a budget session. This session is a workshop for discussion only regarding the proposed FY25 budget.

• Discussion of City Government budget (City Council, Mayor’s Office, City Clerk, Law, Canvassing)
• Discussion of City Operations budget (Finance, Tax Collection, Tax Assessment, HR, IT, Debt Service, Capital)
• Discussion of Community Development and Community Services budgets (Planning, Recreation, Pierce Stadium, Carousel, Library, Senior Center)
• Discussion of Public Works budget (Building Inspection, Engineering, Highway/Parks, Refuse Disposal)
• Discussion of Public Safety and Enterprise Fund budgets (Police, Fire, Animal Shelter, Wastewater, Water Utilities)

East Providence Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review reports on Section 8, FSS, and finances. The board is scheduled to vote on a proposed operating budget and a window replacement project.

• Harbor View Manor partial window replacement: $996,000.00
• Resolution #585: Proposed Operating Budget
• Pilot: $114,954.05
• Finance reports for June ($261,289.57), July ($107,968.25), and August ($124,636.60)
• Executive session regarding an addendum to the Executive Director's contract

The Board approved a bid for partial window replacements at Harbor View Manor and adopted the proposed 2025 operating budget. The Board also authorized a pilot payment to the City of East Providence and updated the Executive Director's contract.

• Approved $996,000 bid for partial window replacement at Harbor View Manor (All Aye)
• Approved Proposed Operating Budget 2025 (All Aye)
• Approved $114,954.05 pilot payment to the City of East Providence (All Aye)
• Approved paid bills for June ($261,289.57), July ($107,968.25), and August ($124,636.60) (All Aye)
• Approved updates to Executive Director's contract regarding union changes, language, and raises (All Aye)
• Accepted June 18, 2024 meeting minutes (All Aye)
• Accepted Executive Director, Public Housing Vacancy, Housing Choice Voucher, and Family Self Sufficiency reports (All Aye)

East Providence City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposed $6,118,625 capital budget focusing on public safety vehicles and roadway improvements. The body is also discussing the distribution of $1.2 million for small businesses impacted by the Washington Bridge closure.

• Proposed $6,118,625 FY 2025 Capital Budget including $2.3 million for roadway and sidewalk improvements
• Discussion on dispersing $1.2 million for small businesses impacted by bridge closure
• Proposed purchase of new fire department helmets from Firematic Supply Co., Inc.
• Public hearing for a Class BY liquor license for The Outsider Cooking Company at 1055 South Broadway
• Petition for zone change from I-1 to C-2 at 0 Wantpanoag Trail

The Council established a schedule of public hearings for the mayor's proposed budget starting October 1. Several one-day entertainment and food truck licenses were approved, and a parking ordinance for Somerset, Arrowhead, and Kingsford Avenues was passed.

• Approved $444.56 in tax abatements
• Approved 6 licenses for special events and food trucks
• Approved Liquor License-Class BV for The Outsider Cooking Company
• Passed parking ordinance for Somerset, Arrowhead, and Kingsford Avenues
• Scheduled first budget public hearing for October 1 (4-0)
• Authorized Mayor to purchase new fire department helmets from Firematic Supply Co., Inc
• Moved to remove from table and set hearing date for JAG Properties LLC zone change (I-1 to C-2)
• Rescheduled November 5 meeting to November 12 due to Election Day

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The East Providence Personnel Hearing Board will meet to review eligibility and certification lists for several city roles. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the August 19, 2024 meeting.

• Review of ESOL Teacher employment lists
• Review of Part Time Pound Keeper employment lists
• Review of Animal Control Supervisor employment lists
• Review of Plumbing, Mechanical, and Energy Code Inspector employment lists

The Board reviewed and signed employment lists. No other new or old business was discussed during the meeting.

• Reviewed and signed employment lists

East Providence Veterans Advisory Committee

The East Providence Veterans Advisory Committee will meet to plan upcoming events and set legislative goals for the 2025 General Assembly session.

• Discussion of September 21st event
• Legislative goals for 2025 GA session
• Veterans Appreciation Dinner
• Veterans Day celebration

East Providence Historic District Commission

The East Providence Historic District Commission will meet to discuss a condition assessment and maintenance plan for Newman Cemetery. The body will also review minutes from May and July 2024.

• Newman Cemetery condition assessment and maintenance plan

The Commission discussed deficiencies in a condition assessment and maintenance plan for Newman Cemetery provided by consultant David Taylor. Members noted the report contained incorrect information and poor quality images, suggesting the contract was not fully followed. No formal vote was taken on the report's acceptance.

• Approved minutes from July 10, 2024, and May 15, 2024

East Providence Canvassing Authority

The East Providence Canvassing Authority is meeting to conduct business for the September 10, 2024 primary election. The agenda notes that polls will be open from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

• Conducting business for the September 10, 2024 primary election

East Providence Planning Board

The East Providence Planning Board will meet to discuss and potentially vote on two land development applications. The board will also review minutes from the August 19, 2024 meeting.

• Master plan extension request for Igus Industrial Building at 275 Ferris Avenue (Application # 2022-14)
• Release of improvement guarantee for a minor subdivision at 50 Fenmoor Street (Application # 2019-07-Minor)

The Planning Board approved a one-year extension for a major land development project and released an improvement guarantee for a minor subdivision. Staff also announced a grant program for small businesses affected by the Washington Bridge closure.

• Granted one-year master plan extension for Igus Industrial Building at 275 Ferris Avenue (Unanimous)
• Released improvement guarantee for minor subdivision at 50 Fenmoor Street (Unanimous)

East Providence City Council

The provided document is a 2024 annual calendar of meeting dates. It does not list specific agenda items, motions, or decisions for the September 5, 2024 date.

East Providence Crescent Park Commission

The commission will meet to discuss and possibly vote on several park projects and upcoming seasonal events. The agenda includes reviews of the treasurer's and manager's reports.

• Stabilization Phase II
• New Building Project
• Commission By Laws
• 2024 Fundraising
• Seasonal events including Movies in the Park, Summerfest, and The Great Townie Pumpkin Festival

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding a continued public hearing regarding the proposed 2024 East Providence Comprehensive Plan. The board will discuss and consider a recommendation to the City Council for the adoption of this plan, which would replace the 2010 version.

• Public hearing for the 2024 East Providence Comprehensive Plan

The Planning Board voted to recommend that the City Council adopt the 2024 East Providence Comprehensive Plan. The board approved the plan with specific edits outlined in a staff memorandum dated August 23, 2024. The plan updates the 2010 version and covers topics including housing, transportation, and sustainability.

• Recommended 2024 Comprehensive Plan for City Council adoption (unanimous)

East Providence Police and Fire Retirement System Pension Board

The East Providence Police and Fire Retirement Pension Fund Board will meet to discuss disability pension requests in executive session. The board will also review the 2nd Quarter 2024 performance report and funding recommendations from Wainwright Investment Counsel, LLC.

• Disability pension requests for N. Garcia, A. Handfield, and Christian Brassill
• Review of 2nd Quarter 2024 Performance Report by Wainwright Investment Counsel, LLC
• Request for a cost of living increase by Shirley Burgess
• Return of contributions to former employees S. Kelleher and B. Godek
• Discussion on next steps regarding the selection of Ice Miller LLP

The Board approved shifting investments from Barings to a RhumbLine index fund due to underperformance. It also approved returning pension contributions to two former employees and denied a request for a cost-of-living increase.

• Approved moving investments from Barings to RhumbLine index fund, retaining $1 million for capital calls (6-0)
• Approved returning $11,473.36 in contributions to former officer Stephen Kelleher (6-0)
• Approved returning $16,981.61 in contributions to former firefighter Benjamin Godek (6-0)
• Denied cost-of-living increase request from Shirley Burgess (6-0)
• Approved 25 items on the Consent Calendar (6-0)
• Approved sending a letter to Retired Fire Chief Brassill following executive session (6-0)
• Accepted 2nd Quarter 2024 Performance Report handouts into record (6-0)

East Providence Canvassing Authority

The East Providence Canvassing Authority is meeting to accept the final canvassing and correction of the district list of voters for the September 10, 2024 primary election.

• Acceptance of final canvassing and correction of district list of voters for September 10, 2024 primary election

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Conservation Commission will discuss the status of herbicide use for water chestnuts in Turner Reservoir and Central Pond. The body will also receive updates on tree removal at Bridgham Farm Conservation Area and Turner Reservoir.

• Water chestnut herbicide status for Turner Reservoir and Central Pond
• Storm damage tree removal at Bridgham Farm Conservation Area
• Trail clearing and tree removal at Turner Reservoir
• Newman Avenue crossing trailhead

The Commission approved the minutes from the June 18, 2024 meeting. Members received updates on stormwater infrastructure at Sabin Point, invasive plant treatments at Turner Reservoir and Central Pond, and storm-damage tree removal at Bridgham Farm.

• Approved June 18, 2024 meeting minutes

Council Meeting

The council will consider three license applications for the RI Folk Fest at Crescent Park on August 25, 2024. The applications cover a one‑day entertainment permit, a Class F alcohol permit, and approval for multiple food‑truck vendors. The council will also discuss a resolution that would allow the mayor to purchase two pick‑up trucks for the Water Utilities Division. Votes will be recorded for each item.

• Special Events – One Day Entertainment license for RI Folk Fest, Crescent Park, Bullocks Point Ave, Aug 25 2024
• Special Event Alcohol – Class F license for RI Folk Fest, Crescent Park, Bullocks Point Ave, Aug 25 2024
• Special Events – Food Truck vendor approvals for RI Folk Fest, Crescent Park, Bullocks Point Ave, Aug 25 2024
• Resolution authorizing the mayor to purchase two pick‑up trucks for the Water Utilities Division

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding the adoption of the 2024 East Providence Comprehensive Plan. This proposed plan would replace the 2010 version in its entirety.

• Public hearing on the 2024 East Providence Comprehensive Plan
• Review of plan chapters including Housing, Economic Development, and Land Use

The Planning Board held a public hearing regarding the proposed 2024 East Providence Comprehensive Plan. Following a presentation and public comments, the board voted to continue the hearing to a later date to allow for further review and revisions.

• Approved July 8, 2024 minutes (6-0)
• Voted to continue public hearing on 2024 Comprehensive Plan to August 26, 2024 (6-0)

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The Personnel Hearing Board will meet to review eligibility, certification, and promotional lists for several city positions. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the July 15, 2024 meeting.

• Review of Firefighter eligibility, certification, and Three Plus Three lists
• Review of Battalion Chief promotional and certification lists
• Review of Planner II (Senior Planner) eligibility and certification lists
• Review of Engineering Aide III promotional and certification lists

The Board reviewed and signed eligibility, certification, and promotional lists for several city positions. The minutes from the July 15, 2024 meeting were also approved.

• Approved Firefighter eligibility list (unanimous)
• Approved Firefighter certification list (unanimous)
• Approved Firefighter Three Plus Three List (unanimous)
• Approved Battalion Chief promotional list (unanimous)
• Approved Battalion Chief certification list (unanimous)
• Approved Planner II (Senior Planner) eligibility list (unanimous)
• Approved Planner II (Senior Planner) certification list (unanimous)
• Approved Engineering Aide III promotional and certification lists (unanimous)

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The East Providence Waterfront Development Special District Commission is meeting to continue a public hearing regarding a development application. The commission will also vote on the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing continuation for Metacomet Property LLC development at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway (Map 107, Block 15, Lot 1 and Lot 1-10)

The Commission approved the minutes from the June 27, 2024 meeting. A public hearing regarding a proposed development at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway was continued to the September 19 meeting following presentations on fiscal impact and archaeology.

• Approved June 27, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Continued Metacomet Property LLC public hearing to September 19 (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss and potentially vote on tax abatements and various event and liquor licenses. The meeting includes a public hearing for specific entertainment and alcohol permits and updates on city infrastructure projects.

• Tax abatements totaling $61,567.22 for years 2007-2024
• Liquor license applications for KPOT, Dune Brothers Seafood, and Met Links Golf
• Special event licenses for a Multicultural Soccer Event at Pierce Field and a Pumpkin Patch Fundraiser at 1336 Pawtucket Ave
• Discussion on the impact of the Washington Bridge closure
• Review of the Storefront Improvement Grant applicants and awardees

East Providence Economic Development

The Economic Development Commission will meet to review and vote on several storefront improvement grant applications. The body will also vote on meeting minutes from May and June 2024.

• Grant application vote: Riverside Creamery
• Grant application vote: Joe’s Automotive Services
• Grant application vote: Vally Auto Service & Towing

The Economic Development Commission approved meeting minutes from May and June 2024 and voted to approve Storefront Improvement Grant applications for Riverside Creamery, Joe’s Automotive Services, and Vally Auto Service and Towing. The commission also received a staff report regarding a loan payment condition for Tropical Ilhas.

• Approved meeting minutes for June 20, 2024 and May 22, 2024 (unanimous, with Mr. Brown recusing himself from the May 22 vote)
• Approved Storefront Improvement Grant application for Riverside Creamery
• Approved Storefront Improvement Grant application for Joe’s Automotive Services
• Approved Storefront Improvement Grant application for Vally Auto Service and Towing
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review will consider two dimensional variance petitions. The board will also swear in Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel and discuss internal rules and procedures.

• Petition 6989: Request to convert accessory garage to living space at 22 Grassy Plain Road
• Petition 6990: Request for addition at Perry McStay Funeral Home, 2555 Pawtucket Avenue
• Swearing in of Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel
• Discussion on Motion Forms and Zoning Application Instructional Package

The Zoning Board of Review approved two dimensional variances for property modifications. The board also approved previous meeting minutes and cancelled the August 14 meeting.

• Approved dimensional variance to convert accessory garage to living space at 22 Grassy Plain Road (5-0)
• Approved dimensional variance for addition at Perry McStay Funeral Home at 2555 Pawtucket Avenue (5-0)
• Approved June 5, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved June 10, 2024 special meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Cancelled August 14, 2024 meeting (Unanimous)

East Providence Crescent Park Commission

The commission will meet to discuss and potentially vote on several park improvements and upcoming community events. Agenda items include a trash cart from Dunes Brother’s and the Stabilization Phase II project.

• Possible vote on Stabilization Phase II
• Possible vote on New Building Project
• Discussion of 2024 Fundraising
• Planning for Movies in the Park, Summerfest, and The Great Townie Pumpkin Festival
• Review of By Laws

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The Personnel Hearing Board will meet to review eligibility and certification lists for several city positions. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the June 17, 2024 meeting.

• Review of Water Utility Laborer eligibility and certification lists
• Review of Water Utility Meter Mechanic promotional and certification lists
• Review of Traffic Control eligibility and certification lists

The Board unanimously approved eligibility and certification lists for four different positions. No other new or old business was discussed during the meeting.

• Approved Water Utility Laborer eligibility and certification lists (Unanimous)
• Approved Library Aide– Part Time eligibility and certification lists (Unanimous)
• Approved Water Utility Meter Mechanic eligibility and certification lists (Unanimous)
• Approved Traffic Control eligibility and certification lists (Unanimous)
• Approved June 17, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

East Providence Historic District Commission

The East Providence Historic District Commission will meet to discuss several administrative and preservation items. The agenda includes the adoption of bylaws and assessments for local historic sites.

• Adoption of bylaws
• City-wide interpretive signage
• Newman Cemetery condition assessment and maintenance plan

The commission reviewed updates on the city-wide interpretive sign program and the Newman Cemetery condition assessment. No formal votes or new business items were decided during the meeting.

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will consider several license applications for local events and food vendors. The meeting includes a public hearing on a traffic ordinance regarding stop signs at Fairview Avenue and Bloomfield Street. Members will also discuss the impact of the Washington Bridge closure.

• Ordinance to amend traffic rules for stop signs at Fairview Avenue and Bloomfield Street
• Rhode Island Energy review of a multi-year gas project in Kent Heights
• Special event licenses including the Feast of the Holy Ghost
• Discussion on the impact of the Washington Bridge closure
• Update on Fire Academy and collective bargaining for a fourth rescue

East Providence Planning Board

The Board will consider a petition by Michael Diquinzio for a minor subdivision at 94 Hospital Road. The request includes dimensional relief regarding lot frontage and lot width requirements for single-family residential development. The Board will also receive an informational presentation on the 2024 Comprehensive Plan.

• Minor Subdivision and dimensional variances for 94 Hospital Road (Petition No. 6981)
• Informational Presentation on the 2024 Comprehensive Plan

The Board granted dimensional variances and conditional approval for a minor subdivision at 94 Hospital Road to allow for single-family residential development. The Board also waived requirements for concrete sidewalks and granite curbing for the project.

• Granted dimensional variances for lot frontage and width at 94 Hospital Road (Unanimous)
• Granted conditional approval for minor subdivision at 94 Hospital Road (5-0)
• Approved waiver for concrete sidewalks and granite curbing (5-0)
• Delegated final plan approval for 94 Hospital Road to the Administrative Officer (5-0)
• Entered Staff Recommendation and memoranda from N. Rashid and E. Pimentel into the record (5-0)

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The Waterfront Commission will hold a continued public hearing regarding a development application by Metacomet Property LLC. The commission will also discuss and vote on the adoption of the FY 25 Budget.

• Continuation of public hearing for Metacomet Property LLC development at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway
• Discussion and vote on FY 25 Budget adoption
• Vote to approve meeting minutes from May 16, 2024

The Commission approved the May 16, 2024 meeting minutes. It voted to refer the proposed Phase 1A of the Metacomet Property LLC development to the Planning Board for comprehensive plan consistency and continued the public hearing on the project.

• Approved May 16, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Referred Metacomet Property Phase 1A to Planning Board (unanimous)
• Continued Metacomet Property public hearing to July 18th meeting (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will discuss pending vendor payments for city vehicle repairs and receive an update on the On Call Financial Advisor. The council may also vote on suggested charter changes recommended by the Charter Commission.

• Review of suggested charter changes from the Charter Commission
• Discussion of pending vendor payment for City vehicle repair
• Update and possible vote on On Call Financial Advisor

East Providence Crescent Park Commission

The commission will hold open discussions and possible votes on park infrastructure and event planning. Key topics include the Stabilization Phase II and a new building project.

• RI Rebounds Summer Events Placemaking Mini Grants Initiative
• Stabilization Phase II
• New Building Project
• 2024 Clam Shack
• Review of By Laws

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will consider an ordinance to reallocate up to $3,000,000 from a Community Recreation Center fund toward the Oldham School Building. The meeting also includes discussions regarding charter amendments and various business licenses.

• Ordinance to reallocate up to $3,000,000 for Oldham School upgrades
• Proposed no-parking zones on Commercial Way
• Public hearing for outdoor liquor and dance licenses at Union Square Bistro LLC
• Discussion regarding the impact of the Washington Bridge closure
• Review of suggested Charter Commission amendments

East Providence Economic Development

The Economic Development Commission will vote on grant applications for two local businesses. The body will also receive updates on UDAG account balances, All Season Cafe, and the bankruptcy of EnoTap.

• Vote on Storefront Improvement Grant application for Vargas Auto Service
• Vote on Storefront Improvement Grant application for Bead Chroma
• Update on UDAG account balances
• Update regarding bankruptcy of EnoTap
• Update on All Season Cafe

The Economic Development Commission approved storefront improvement grant requests for Vargas Auto and Bead Chroma. The body also directed staff to pursue outstanding payments from several businesses and coordinate with the Legal and Clerks departments.

• Approved storefront improvement grants for Vargas Auto and Bead Chroma
• Requested Planning Staff and Legal Department send second payment letters to Kjane & Co. LLC, Fella’s Fitness, and Z&S Express, LLC
• Requested Planning Staff notify Tropical Ilhas that funds owed must be paid in full upon sale of business
• Requested Planning Staff pursue a payment plan with All Seasons Café

East Providence Conservation Commission

The Commission will discuss several items including a goose crossing sign at Veteran’s Memorial Parkway and the status of law department letters regarding Seekonk property owners encroaching on City property. The agenda also includes updates on the Newman Avenue crossing trailhead and the ACOE Ten Mile River Restoration Project fish weirs.

• Goose crossing sign at Veteran’s Memorial Parkway at Watchemoket Cove
• Status of law department letters to Seekonk property owners along Central Pond
• Newman Avenue crossing trailhead
• ACOE Ten Mile River Restoration Project fish weirs
• Boyden Heights conservation area boardwalk

The Commission approved the May 21, 2024 meeting minutes. Members received updates on stormwater projects, a $10 million USDA grant for flood-prone property acquisition, and the status of various conservation area repairs and signage.

• Approved May 21, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred discussion on Goose crossing sign at Veteran’s Memorial Parkway

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The Board will review several employment lists for various city positions. These reviews include eligibility and certification lists for multiple part-time and full-time roles.

• Community Health Worker Intern – Senior Services (Part time - Grant Funded)
• Library Aide (Part Time and Full Time)
• HVAC – General Maintenance Technician
• Seasonal Laborer
• Engineering Aide I

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 20, 2024 meeting. The Board also reviewed and signed eligibility and certification lists for seven different employment positions.

• Approved Community Health Worker Intern – Senior Services lists (unanimous)
• Approved Library Aide – Part Time lists (unanimous)
• Approved Library Aide – Full Time lists (unanimous)
• Approved HVAC – General Maintenance Technician lists (unanimous)
• Approved Seasonal Laborer lists (unanimous)
• Approved Engineering Aide I lists (unanimous)
• Approved Seasonal Landscape/Sports Construction Assistant lists (unanimous)
• Approved May 20, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The City Council will review, discuss, and potentially vote on proposed charter changes recommended by the Charter Commission. The agenda also includes consideration of several mobile food establishment licenses and a special event permit. Additionally, council members will discuss the Oldham School and the Clam Shack and Municipal Beach project.

• Vote on suggested charter changes from the Charter Commission
• Mobile food establishment license applications
• Special event entertainment permit for 145 Taunton Avenue
• Discussion regarding Oldham School
• Discussion regarding Clam Shack and Municipal Beach Project at Crescent Park

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The Zoning Board of Review will hold a special meeting to swear in the Zoning Officer. The board will also continue business regarding a dimensional variance petition for a residential facility.

• Swearing in of Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel
• Petition No. 6973: Dimensional variance for Safe Harbor Properties, LLC at 48 Lincoln Avenue to retain a residential facility for 13 unrelated individuals

The Zoning Board of Review granted a dimensional variance for home additions and a garage at 57 Terrace Avenue. Additionally, a petition regarding a residential recovery facility at 48 Lincoln Avenue was withdrawn.

• Approved dimensional variance for additions and accessory garage at 57 Terrace Avenue (5-0)
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice of petition for residential facility at 48 Lincoln Avenue (4-1)

East Providence Planning Board

The regular Planning Board meeting scheduled for June 10, 2024, has been canceled.

The regular scheduled meeting of the East Providence Planning Board for June 10, 2024, was canceled. No substantive decisions or actions were taken.

• Canceled regular scheduled meeting for June 10, 2024

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review will consider several requests for dimensional and use variances. The board will also swear in Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel and discuss internal rules and procedures.

• Petition 6982: Side-yard setback variance for a porch at 118 Waterview Avenue
• Petition 6983: Side-yard setback and impervious coverage variance for a deck at 64 Ivy Street
• Petition 6984: Use variance for off-street parking to convert a home to a three-unit residence at 142 Waterman Avenue
• Petition 6985: Side-yard setback variance for additions and a garage at 57 Terrace Avenue
• Petition 6987: Use variance to allow an automotive warehousing facility at 0 Colwell Street

The Board approved dimensional variances for a porch at 118 Waterview Ave, a deck at 64 Ivy St, and a porch enclosure at 115 Terrace Ave. A use variance was granted to convert a residence at 142 Waterman Ave into a three-unit property. Two other petitions were continued to future dates.

• Approved dimensional variance for porch at 118 Waterview Ave (5-0)
• Approved dimensional variance for deck at 64 Ivy St, subject to building code inspection (5-0)
• Approved use variance for 3-unit conversion at 142 Waterman Ave (4-1)
• Approved dimensional variance for porch enclosure at 115 Terrace Ave (5-0)
• Continued petition for 57 Terrace Ave to June 10, 2024
• Continued petition for 0 Colwell St to August 14, 2024
• Approved postponement of July meeting to July 24, 2024
• Approved postponement of August meeting to August 14, 2024

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The East Providence Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and vote on a Long Range Plan. The agenda also includes reports on finances, personnel, and facilities, as well as a decision regarding a Juneteenth ad hoc committee.

• Vote on Long Range Plan
• Decision on Juneteenth ad hoc
• Executive session regarding a grievance
• Financial, personnel, and facilities reports

The Board approved the library's Long Range Plan with an edit to Goal 2 Objective 2 regarding cultural recognition. The Board also approved the May 2024 meeting minutes. A six-month progress review of the Long Range Plan is scheduled for November 2024.

• Approved May 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Long Range Plan with edit to Goal 2 Objective 2 (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss an ordinance to appropriate funds for the full-time operation of a fourth rescue. The meeting also includes updates on various infrastructure projects, such as the Clam Shack and Riverside Middle School recreation field. Additionally, several business and special event licenses are up for discussion and possible vote.

• Ordinance to fund the full-time operation of a fourth rescue
• Public hearing for outdoor liquor and entertainment licenses at The 133 Club
• Special event licenses for the Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity Annual Feast
• Discussion regarding utility pole removal in coordination with RI Energy
• Updates on the Clam Shack project at Crescent Park

East Providence Economic Development

The Economic Development Commission will vote on storefront improvement grant applications. The board may also enter an executive session to review a loan application request.

• Vote on storefront improvement grant application for Endicott Dance
• Vote on storefront improvement grant application for Brown Playschool
• Executive session to review loan application request of Co Creative Center

The Economic Development Commission approved a loan for equipment purchases and granted two storefront improvement grants. The commission also voted to seal the minutes of its executive session.

• Approved $46,000 Community Development Block Grant loan to Co Creative Center (unanimous)
• Approved Storefront Grant applications for Endicott Dance and Brown Playschool (unanimous)
• Approved April 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Voted to seal executive session minutes (unanimous)

East Providence Police and Fire Retirement System Pension Board

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss disability pension requests in executive session and review the March 2024 performance report from Wainwright Investment Counsel, LLC. The agenda also includes a vote to return contributions to former employee Z. Fortier and discussions regarding Ice Miller LLP.

• Disability pension requests for N. Garcia and A. Handfield
• Review of March 2024 Performance Report and Funding Recommendations by Wainwright Investment Counsel, LLC
• Vote to return Z. Fortier contribution to the pension system
• Discussion regarding selection of Ice Miller LLP

The Board authorized the reallocation of $1 million from specific equity trusts for payments or capital calls. It also approved returning over $53,000 in pension contributions to a former police officer. Members tabled a decision on Ice Miller LLP recommendations pending further review.

• Approved reallocation of $1M from RhumbLine Group Trust and Vangard FTSE All World (5-1)
• Approved return of $53,148.41 in contributions to former employee Zeke Fortier (5-1)
• Approved Consent Calendar including various invoices and APRA requests (5-1)
• Approved sending Firefighter A. Handfield’s medical records for doctor review (unanimous)
• Tabled Ice Miller LLP recommendations to allow more review time and a potential special meeting (5-2)

East Providence Housing Authority

The East Providence Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to review agency reports and vote on several administrative resolutions. The board will also consider a contract for the Executive Director during a potential executive session.

• Roof Replacement City View Manor: $620,000.00
• Resolution #580: ACOP Revisions (PH)
• Resolution #581: Administrative Plan Revisions (Section 8)
• Resolution #582: Annual Plan 2024
• Resolution #583: Hud Epic Five Year Capital Fund Action Plan

The Board approved a $620,000 bid for roof replacement at City View Manor and renewed the Executive Director's contract for three years. Several administrative reports and HUD-related policy revisions were accepted. A vote on commissioners attending an annual conference was tabled.

• Approved $620,000 roof replacement for City View Manor (All Aye)
• Renewed Executive Director's contract for three years (All Aye)
• Approved ACOP-HUD Public Housing Revisions Resolution #580 (All Aye)
• Approved Administrative Plan-HUD Section 8 Revisions Resolution #581 (All Aye)
• Approved Annual Plan #582 (All Aye)
• Approved Action Plan-Epic #583 (All Aye)
• Approved Operating Fund Submission #584 (All Aye)
• Tabled vote on Commissioners attending one conference per year (All Aye)

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Conservation Commission will review the status of legal letters regarding property encroachments at Central Pond. The body will also discuss updates on the Ten Mile River Restoration Project and various trail-related projects.

• Law department letters to Seekonk property owners encroaching on City property along Central Pond
• ACOE Ten Mile River Restoration Project fish weirs update
• June 1, 2024 trails day project at Hunt's Mill
• Boyden Heights conservation area boardwalk
• Newman Avenue crossing trailhead

The East Providence Conservation Commission approved the minutes from its April 16, 2024 meeting and received updates on planning, tree canopy reports, legal encroachment letters, restoration projects, and trail maintenance.

• Approved April 16, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously

Council Meeting

The City Council will review a new collective bargaining agreement for United Steelworkers Local 15509. The agenda includes several resolutions regarding water meter contracts, park improvements, and various municipal updates.

• Ratification of United Steelworkers Local 15509 contract (effective 11/1/23 to 10/31/26)
• Resolution for water meter furnishing via Ti-Sales
• Resolution for water meter installation via Hydro Utilities LLC
• Resolution for Providence Avenue Park splash pad installation via O'Brien & Sons
• Discussion of allocating unspent ARPA funding toward the former Oldham school

East Providence City Charter Review Commission

The East Providence City Charter Review Commission will discuss the city council charter amendment process with the law department. The commission will also discuss and potentially vote on remaining recommendations from the law department that were not addressed during the May 8, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of May 8, 2024 minutes
• Discussion with law department on City Council charter amendment process
• Discussion and possible vote on remaining law department recommendations

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The Board will review eligibility and certification lists for Landscape Construction Worker and Confidential Secretary positions. The meeting also includes the welcome of new Board Member Christopher Clancy.

• Review of Landscape Construction Worker - Parks eligibility and certification lists
• Review of Confidential Secretary - Police eligibility and certification lists
• Welcome of new Personnel Hearing Board Member Christopher Clancy

The Board approved the minutes from the April 15, 2024 meeting. Members reviewed and signed eligibility and certification lists for two specific employment roles.

• Approved April 15, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Landscape Construction Worker - Parks eligibility list (unanimous)
• Approved Landscape Construction Worker - Parks certification list (unanimous)
• Approved Confidential Secretary - Police eligibility list (unanimous)
• Approved Confidential Secretary - Police certification list (unanimous)

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The Waterfront Commission will vote on the April 18, 2024, meeting minutes and discuss a submission for 0 Massasoit Ave to the Rhode Island Ready program. The commission will also continue a public hearing regarding Metacomet Property LLC’s proposed development at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway, which includes a nine-hole public golf course.

• Submission of 0 Massasoit Ave to the Rhode Island Ready program
• Continuation of public hearing for Metacomet Property LLC's development at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway
• Proposed nine-hole public golf course at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway

The Commission approved Phase 1 of a development by Metacomet Property LLC, which includes a nine-hole public golf course. The approval is limited to Phase 1 and the overall phasing schedule, with a requirement to return for discussions on walking paths. The Commission also authorized staff to develop a memorandum of understanding for 0 Massasoit Ave.

• Approved Phase 1 of Metacomet Property LLC development and its phasing schedule
• Required Metacomet Property LLC to return for discussion regarding walking paths
• Authorized Executive Director and Legal Counsel to develop a memorandum of understanding for 0 Massasoit Ave (unanimous)
• Approved April 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Moved June meeting date from June 20th to June 27th (unanimous)

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a recommendation regarding Phase 1 of Metacomet Property LLC’s mixed-use development at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway. The board will also hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Subdivision and Land Development Review Regulations regarding outdoor dining requirements.

• Review of Metacomet Property LLC's mixed-use development at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway (public golf course portion only)
• Public hearing on proposed amendments to Subdivision and Land Development Review Regulations regarding outdoor dining

The Board adopted amendments to the Land Development and Subdivision Review Regulations to require development plan applications for outdoor dining. It also issued an advisory opinion that a proposed public 9-hole golf course is consistent with city plans.

• Adopted amendments requiring Development Plan Review for outdoor dining at restaurants (Unanimous)
• Issued advisory opinion that Phase 1 of Metacomet Property LLC's public golf course is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved April 8, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

East Providence City Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will vote on substantive changes to the city charter and the transmission of those recommendations to the City Council. Members will also discuss adjustments to City Council and School Committee compensation and a proposed budget amendment.

• Vote to amend City Council and School Committee compensation to include cost of living adjustments up to 3% per year
• Discussion and vote on a proposed budget amendment from the law department
• Vote to approve substantive changes to the city charter
• Vote to transmit approved substantive recommendations to the City Council

The Charter Review Commission approved a series of amendments to the city charter, including updates to finance and budget procedures and cost-of-living adjustments for elected officials. The commission voted unanimously to transmit these substantive recommendations to the City Council for further action.

• Approved cost-of-living adjustments for City Council/School Committee (6-0)
• Repealed Sec. 4-3 regarding Director of Finance salary
• Approved various amendments to Articles IV and V regarding budget procedures
• Approved transmission of all substantive charter changes to City Council (7-0)

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council is holding a regular meeting with an executive session to discuss a lawsuit settlement. In open session, they will vote on zoning ordinance amendments for outdoor dining and hotels/motels, as well as numerous resolutions including contracts for park improvements and a new community center. The agenda also includes several special event licenses and a resolution requesting an investigation of the Rumford Motor Inn.

• Outdoor Dining Zoning Ordinance Amendment (Sections 19-1 & 19-284)
• Hotel/Motel Zoning Ordinance Amendment (Section 19-98, new Section 19-360.9)
• Resolution requesting AG Nuisance Task Force investigation of 400 Newport Avenue (Rumford Motor Inn)
• Resolution authorizing CMAR contract for new East Providence Community Center
• Resolution authorizing contract with Hartford Paving for Glenlyon Park walking path resurfacing

East Providence Mayor's Council on Indigenous Affairs

The Mayor's Advisory Council on Indigenous Affairs will meet to review previous minutes and discuss membership. The body is planning for two events in July: the Harry “Hawk” Edmonds Event and the “Gathering” at Pierce Field.

• Discussion on Harry “Hawk” Edmonds Event scheduled for July 13, 2024
• Discussion on the “Gathering” at Pierce Field scheduled for July 14, 2024
• Review of April meeting minutes
• Discussion on council membership

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review approved a dimensional variance for a home addition at 244 Wilson Avenue. The board also approved the withdrawal without prejudice of two petitions and discussed scheduling a special meeting for a continued recovery facility property.

• Approved April 3, 2024 Zoning Board of Review minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice for Petition No. 6974 at 1320 Pawtucket Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice for Petition No. 6976 at 109 Wilson Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved dimensional variance for single-family addition at 244 Wilson Avenue, Petition No. 6980 (5-0)

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly vote on two license applications. One is a Special Event Class F1 license for RIHousing to host a housing-related networking event in the Council Chambers. The other is a mobile food establishment license for Kona Ice, a shaved ice business. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Special Event Class F1 license for RIHousing event 'Housing Highlights; News and Networking' on May 3, 2024, 3:30-5:00pm at 145 Taunton Ave
• Mobile Food Establishment license for Kona Ice, applicant Jane Eccleston, business address 64 Winsor Ave
• No public hearings on the agenda
• Meeting is a special session starting at 12:30 p.m. in Council Chambers

East Providence Crescent Park Commission

The commission will meet to review the status of a new building project and finalize its bylaws. Members will also discuss planning and fundraising for several upcoming community events.

• New Building Project update and possible vote
• Final review of By Laws
• 2024 Fundraising
• Planning for Movies in the Park, Summerfest, and The Great Townie Pumpkin Festival
• Seasonal Sponsors

East Providence City Council

This document outlines the scheduled meeting dates for the East Providence City Council throughout 2024. The calendar includes regular meetings, budget workshops, and budget hearings.

• Budget workshops scheduled for September 10, 2024, and September 24, 2024
• Regular/budget hearing scheduled for October 1, 2024
• Budget hearing scheduled for October 15, 2024

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a development application from Metacomet Property LLC. This item is for discussion only and does not include a vote.

• Public hearing on Metacomet Property LLC’s development application
• Proposed development at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway (Map 107, Block 15, Lot 1 and Lot 1-10)
• Vote to approve meeting minutes from March 28, 2024

The Commission held a public hearing regarding a development application by Metacomet Property LLC for 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway. The Commission referred the Phase 1 proposal for a 9-hole golf course to the Planning Board for review. The public hearing was continued to May 16, 2024.

• Approved March 28, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Referred Phase 1 golf course proposal to Planning Board for Comprehensive Plan review (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for Metacomet Property LLC to May 16, 2024 (unanimous)

East Providence Tree Commission

The Commission will discuss recommendations from the East Providence Strategic Tree Canopy Plan prepared by the Green Infrastructure Center in March, 2024. The meeting also includes reports from the Conservation Commission and the Planning Department.

• Review of the East Providence Strategic Tree Canopy Plan (March, 2024)
• Liaison Report from the Conservation Commission
• Liaison Report from City Staff: Johanna Walczak (Planning Department)

The Commission approved the minutes from the January 17, 2024, meeting. Members discussed potential collaborations with the East Providence High School horticulture department and reviewed the March 2024 Strategic Tree Canopy Plan, with further discussion on priorities tabled until the July 17 meeting.

• Approved January 17, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council is meeting to vote on several items, including a zone change and comprehensive plan amendment for a property at 0 Wampanoag Trail, and to discuss various reports and resolutions. The agenda includes an executive session on two lawsuits, several special event and road race license approvals, and multiple resolutions authorizing contracts and purchases.

• Ordinance to amend Comprehensive Plan Map 4 to designate Assessor's Map 709, Block 1, Parcel 1 (0 Wampanoag Trail) as Mixed Use
• Ordinance to change zoning from I-1 to C-2 for 0 Wampanoag Trail (JAG Properties LLC)
• Resolution authorizing contract with JCJ Architecture for Police Department Renovation Project
• Resolution authorizing purchase of Hackney Spartan Rescue for Fire Department
• Resolution authorizing contract with Yard Works, Inc. for Hull Street Playground Drainage Improvement Project

East Providence Conservation Commission

The Commission will discuss National Trails Day projects and several items of old business. The agenda includes updates from the Planning Department and the Tree Commission.

• National Trails Day projects
• Newman Avenue crossing trailhead
• Trail head Kiosks
• Chestnut abatement for Central Pond and Turner Reservoir

The Commission approved the March 26, 2024 meeting minutes. Members discussed upcoming cleanup projects for Earth Day and National Trails Day, and received updates on invasive species treatment and city property encroachments.

• Approved March 26, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

East Providence Tree Commission

The East Providence Tree Commission is holding a special meeting for a workshop. Consulting Arborist Doug Still will lead a session on understanding tree risk assessment reports.

• Workshop on tree risk assessment reports with Doug Still

The East Providence Tree Commission met for an instructional workshop led by consulting arborist Douglas Still. The session included a presentation and a field assessment of city trees using the International Society of Arborists' risk assessment method.

• Held instructional workshop on tree risk assessment

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The Personnel Hearing Board will meet to review eligibility and certification lists for several city positions. The board will also welcome a new member, Raymond J. Pouliot.

• Review of Building Custodian eligibility and certification lists
• Review of Lateral Police Officer eligibility and certification lists
• Review of Police Officer eligibility and certification lists

The East Providence Personnel Hearing Board welcomed new member Raymond J. Pouliot and unanimously approved the minutes from the March 6, 2024 meeting. The Board also unanimously approved eligibility and certification lists for Building Custodian, Lateral Police Officer, Police Officer, and a second Police Officer list.

• Approved March 6, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Building Custodian eligibility list (unanimous)
• Approved Building Custodian certification list (unanimous)
• Approved Lateral Police Officer eligibility list (unanimous)
• Approved Lateral Police Officer certification list (unanimous)
• Approved Police Officer eligibility list (unanimous)
• Approved Police Officer certification list (unanimous)
• Approved second Police Officer eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a mixed-use development proposal at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway. The board will also discuss proposed zoning amendments regarding parking and safety standards for restaurants offering outdoor dining.

• Mixed-use development application by Metacomet Property LLC at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 19 Zoning regarding outdoor dining parking relief
• Proposed new Section 19-360.4 establishing safety standards for outdoor dining

The Board recommended zoning amendments to allow restaurants to use some required parking spaces for outdoor dining. A recommendation regarding a mixed-use development at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway was tabled for 60 days to allow for more information.

• Recommended zoning amendments for outdoor dining parking relief (unanimous)
• Tabled Metacomet Property LLC mixed-use development application for 60 days (3-1)
• Adopted March 25, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Accepted Planning Department memorandum and Keep Metacomet Green correspondence into the record (unanimous)
• Accepted Planning Department memorandum and Zoning Ordinance Draft dated 2/27/24 into the record (unanimous)

East Providence Veterans Advisory Committee

The East Providence Veterans Advisory Committee will meet to review a recent veterans get-together and plan support for the Elk's Veteran Expo on May 11th. The committee will also discuss the Memorial Day Parade and the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Support for Elk's Veteran Expo on May 11th
• Memorial Day Parade planning
• 2024 meeting schedule

The East Providence Veterans Advisory Committee reviewed recent events and agreed to schedule another veterans gathering in June. Members discussed support for the upcoming Elk's Veteran Expo on May 11 and confirmed details for the Memorial Day parade. The committee decided to pause meetings over the summer and regroup in September.

• Agreed to hold another Veterans Get Together in June
• Decided to suspend committee meetings for the summer and reconvene in September

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review will consider three dimensional variance petitions for residential properties. The board will also swear in Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel and discuss internal rules and procedures.

• Petition 6973: Safe Harbor Properties, LLC request to retain a residential facility for 13 unrelated individuals at 48 Lincoln Avenue
• Petition 6978: Kenneth S. and Melanie J. Twitchell request for side-yard setback and building coverage variances at 210 Riverside Drive
• Petition 6979: Wayne A. Fortin request for story count and setback variances for a residence and detached garage at 160 Worcester Avenue
• Swearing in of Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review approved dimensional variances for properties at 210 Riverside Drive and 160 Worcester Avenue. A petition regarding 48 Lincoln Avenue was continued to the May 1, 2024 meeting. The board also voted to continue the approval of minutes from February 29 and March 6, 2024, due to potential discrepancies.

• Continued 48 Lincoln Avenue petition to May 1, 2024
• Approved dimensional variance for 210 Riverside Drive (5-0)
• Approved dimensional variance for 160 Worcester Avenue (5-0)
• Continued approval of Feb 29 and March 6 minutes (5-0)

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The East Providence Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial and personnel reports. The board is scheduled to vote on a privacy policy and hourly rate increases for two positions.

• Vote on Privacy Policy
• Vote on hourly rate increase for two positions
• Financial, personnel, and capital projects reports

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved a new Privacy Policy and increased the hourly rate for part-time Library Aides. The board also reviewed reports from the Friends of the Library, the Foundation, and the Library Director.

• Approved March 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved new Privacy Policy (unanimous)
• Approved hourly rate increase for part-time Library Aides from $15.00 to $17.00 (unanimous)

East Providence Canvassing Authority

The East Providence Canvassing Authority is meeting on April 2, 2024. The body will conduct business related to the Presidential Primary Election, with polls open from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

• Presidential Primary Election administration

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session on litigation, followed by votes on licenses, appointments, and multiple resolutions. Key actions include authorizing contracts for security cameras, playground equipment, sidewalk reconstruction, and a DPW truck, plus a resolution opposing a state ADU bill. The council will also introduce a tax stabilization ordinance for a housing development at 330, 350 & 354 Taunton Avenue.

• Resolution authorizing contract with O'Brien & Sons for playground equipment at Sabin Point, Vintner Avenue, and Hull Street playgrounds
• Resolution authorizing contract with Pawtucket Hot Mix Asphalt for sidewalk and curbing reconstruction on Lyon Avenue and near Agnes B. Hennessey Elementary School
• Resolution authorizing contracts with Communication Systems, Inc. and Third Millennium Communications for security cameras and Wi-Fi at East Providence Housing Authority buildings
• Introduction of ordinance adding a tax stabilization agreement for One Neighborhood Builders' project at 330, 350 & 354 Taunton Avenue
• Resolution in opposition to House Bill 7062 relating to accessory dwelling units

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The Waterfront Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed development by Metacomet Property LLC at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway. The commission will also consider a $103,625 fund transfer to Neighborworks Blackstone River Valley for the Ivy Place Development.

• Public hearing for Metacomet Property LLC development at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway
• $103,625 transfer to Neighborworks Blackstone River Valley for Ivy Place Development
• Appointment of two members to the Design Review Committee
• Proposed change of regular meeting times to 6:30 PM for the remainder of 2024

The Commission approved a fund transfer for the Ivy Place Development and appointed two members to the Design Review Committee. The body also changed its 2024 meeting start time to 7 PM and continued a public hearing regarding a proposed development on Veterans Memorial Parkway.

• Approved $103,625 fund transfer to Neighborworks Blackstone River Valley for Ivy Place Development (Unanimous)
• Appointed CT Narayanan to the Design Review Committee (Unanimous)
• Appointed Jacques Afonso to the Design Review Committee (Unanimous)
• Changed regular meeting times to 7 PM for the remainder of 2024 (Unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for Metacomet Property LLC development to April 18, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved February 15, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

East Providence City Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will consider amending a recommendation to increase the Mayor's salary. The body will also vote on transmitting editorial and substantive recommendations to the City Council.

• Proposed increase of Mayor's recommended salary from $100,000 to $110,000
• Vote to transmit approved editorial recommendations to City Council
• Review and possible vote to transmit substantive amendments to City Council

The East Providence Charter Review Commission voted unanimously to amend its recommendation and propose setting the mayor's annual salary at $110,000 starting January 1, 2025, subject to voter approval and annual inflation adjustments capped at 3%. The commission also voted unanimously to transmit approved editorial recommendations to the City Council. Action on substantive charter amendments was deferred for further review prior to the next meeting on May 8, 2024.

• Approved minutes of the February 28, 2024 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved charter recommendation to set mayoral salary at $110,000 with annual CPI adjustments up to 3%, subject to voter approval (unanimous roll call vote)
• Approved transmitting editorial charter recommendations to the City Council (unanimous roll call vote)
• Deferred vote on transmitting substantive charter amendments pending further review

East Providence Conservation Commission

The Commission will conduct an election of officers, including the Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary. The agenda includes discussions regarding chestnut abatement and trailhead projects.

• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman and Secretary
• Chestnut abatement for Central Pond and Turner Reservoir
• Newman Avenue crossing trailhead
• Trail head Kiosks

The Commission unanimously elected its officers for the 2024 calendar year. Members also scheduled a coastal cleanup for April 20 and discussed invasive species management and property boundary issues.

• Approved February 20, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected W. Barnes as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected E. Germani as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected J. Boyd as Secretary (unanimous)
• Agreed to conduct coastal cleanup at Boyden Heights Conservation Area on April 20

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session on a lawsuit, followed by open session votes on licenses, appointments, and several resolutions. Key items include a $95,000 appropriation for a highway department roll-off truck, a resolution to contract with Arista Information Systems for utility bill printing, and a resolution for a feasibility study on converting the former Oldham Elementary School into a small business incubator. The council will also consider a zone change for property at 0 Wampanoag Trail, which is continued to April 16, 2024.

• Ordinance appropriating $95,000 for a roll-off truck for the Highway Department
• Resolution authorizing contract with Arista Information Systems for utility bill printing
• Resolution authorizing contract with New Venture Advisors LLC for Oldham Elementary School incubator feasibility study
• Zone change petition by JAG Properties LLC for 0 Wampanoag Trail (Map 709, Block 1, Parcel 1) from I-1 to C-2, continued to April 16
• Resolution to purchase a 20-passenger commercial bus for the Recreation Department

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

The East Providence Municipal Integrity Committee is meeting to receive updates on entry-level interview processes for the police and fire departments. The body will also discuss open positions for Director of Finance and Chief Information Officer.

• EPPD and EPFD entry level interview process update
• Discussion of open Director of Finance position
• Discussion of open Chief Information Officer position
• Recap of Black History Month Celebration

East Providence Historic District Commission

The East Providence Historic District Commission will meet to discuss city-wide interpretive signage and a maintenance plan for Newman Cemetery. The body is also considering the adoption of bylaws.

• City-wide interpretive signage
• Newman Cemetery condition assessment and maintenance plan
• Adoption of bylaws

The East Providence Historic District Commission reviewed ongoing projects including the city-wide interpretive sign program, Newman Cemetery condition assessment proposals, and upcoming Cemetery Awareness dates. The commission also discussed bylaws updates and concerns regarding truck traffic and potential changes related to the Parkway. No final votes or formal decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved minutes from February 14, 2024
• Established dates for Cemetery Awareness events from April 1 to May 13

East Providence Economic Development

The Economic Development Commission will discuss modifications to storefront improvement grants. The board may also enter an executive session to review a loan application from Myrtlebank LLC dba Myrtle.

• Storefront Improvement Grant Modification for MC's Pizza
• Storefront Improvement Grant Modification for Shrine Tattoo
• Loan application request from Myrtlebank LLC dba Myrtle

The Commission approved funding modifications for two storefront improvement grants. It also approved a partial loan request for Myrtlebank LLC following an executive session.

• Approved Storefront Improvement Grant modifications for MC’s Pizza ($12,369.19) and Shrine Tattoo ($18,000) (unanimous)
• Approved $65,000 of Myrtlebank LLC’s loan request (5-1)
• Approved February 15, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Voted to seal executive session minutes (unanimous)

East Providence Planning Board

The regular scheduled Planning Board meeting for March 11, 2024, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided during this session.

The meeting scheduled for March 11, 2024, was cancelled. The record indicates the meeting was instead held on March 25, 2024.

East Providence Veterans Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the City Veteran Liaison and a Veteran Info Session. Members will also discuss collaboration with other groups and planning for 2024 events.

• Recap of prior events
• City Veteran Liaison discussion
• Veteran Info Session discussion
• Collaboration with other groups on Veteran issues/causes
• Events for 2024

The committee established a fixed monthly meeting schedule on the first Thursday of every month, setting the next meeting for April 4. Members also scheduled a Veterans Get Together for March 28 at Skeff's. Additional discussions covered legislative ideas, student outreach, and potential additions to Veterans Memorial Park, but no other formal actions were taken.

• Scheduled a Veterans Get Together for March 28 at Skeff's
• Established a static monthly meeting schedule for the first Thursday of each month

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review will consider five new petitions for dimensional and use variances. The board will also swear in Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel and discuss internal rules and procedures.

• Use variance for a Place of Worship at 10 Tripps Lane (Petition No. 6977)
• Subdivision and setback variances for 47 Dunbar Avenue (Petition No. 6973)
• Subdivision and setback variances for 960 Waterman Avenue and 40 Luther Avenue (Petition No. 6975)
• Detached garage setbacks and coverage variances for 109 Wilson Avenue (Petition No. 6976)
• Trash storage relocation variance for 1320 Pawtucket Avenue (Petition No. 6974)

The Board approved dimensional variances for two residential subdivisions and a use variance to allow a church in an industrial zone. Several other petitions were continued to future meetings, and two six-month extensions were granted.

• Approved dimensional variance for subdivision at 47 Dunbar Avenue (3-1)
• Approved dimensional variance for subdivision at 960 Waterman Ave and 40 Luther Ave (4-0)
• Approved use variance for Renaissance Church at 10 Tripps Lane (3-1)
• Granted six-month extension for 297 Terrace Avenue (Unanimous)
• Granted six-month extension for 22 Catlin Avenue (Unanimous)
• Continued petition for 48 Lincoln Avenue to April 3, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Continued petition for 1320 Pawtucket Avenue to May 1, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Continued petition for 109 Wilson Avenue to May 1, 2024 (Unanimous)

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The Personnel Hearing Board will review eligibility and certification lists for several city roles. The board will also address the Human Resource Director's approval of lists from previously cancelled meetings.

• Review of Canvassing Clerk eligibility and certification lists
• Review of Library Aide (Cataloging & Acquisitions) eligibility and certification lists
• Review of Highway Laborer certification list
• Review of Central Communication Dispatcher full-time certification list extension
• Review of Traffic Control eligibility and certification lists

The Board reviewed and signed employment lists for multiple city positions. This included approving eligibility and certification lists for various roles and extending one dispatcher list.

• Approved Canvassing Clerk eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Library Aide – Cataloging & Acquisitions Department eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Highway Laborer certification list (unanimous)
• Approved Central Communication Dispatcher – Full Time certification list and extended Employment List # 31-22 until September 15, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Traffic Control eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved November 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council is holding its regular meeting on March 5, 2024. The agenda includes an executive session for legal matters, followed by open session actions on licenses, appointments, and various reports. Key items include discussions on the Washington Bridge closure's impact, updates on capital projects, and several resolutions.

• Resolution requesting mayor to work with state leaders to compensate local businesses impacted by Washington Bridge closure
• Resolution in support of H-7759 for 'snapshot' reporting on Washington Bridge repairs
• Licenses: Special events, road races, self-storage Sunday/holiday, hawker permits
• Appointments: Library Board of Trustees, Small Business Advisory Committee
• Handicapped parking requests at 28 Cornell Avenue and 169 S. Rose St.

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The Planning Board and Zoning Board of Review will hold a special joint meeting. The session is for discussion only regarding land use bills passed by the RI General Assembly in 2023 and related city regulation changes.

• Discussion of 2023 RI General Assembly land use bills
• Review of previously approved city land use regulation changes

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board and Zoning Board of Review will hold a special joint meeting. The session is for discussion only regarding land use bills passed by the RI General Assembly in 2023 and related city regulation changes.

• Discussion of 2023 RI General Assembly land use bills
• Review of previously approved city land use regulation changes

The East Providence Planning Board and Zoning Board of Review held a joint meeting to discuss land use bills passed by the Rhode Island General Assembly in 2023 and related local regulation changes. A presentation was given by legal and planning professionals regarding how state laws affect the boards, but no votes were taken.

• Adjourned the meeting unanimously (8:37 PM)

East Providence City Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will discuss and vote on expanding the City Council from five to seven members. The body will also consider increasing the recommended salary for the Mayor and approving editorial changes to the city charter.

• Vote to expand City Council from five to seven members
• Proposed increase of Mayor's recommended salary from $100,000 to $110,000
• Vote to approve editorial changes to the city charter
• Vote to transmit editorial recommendations to the City Council

The East Providence Charter Review Commission approved several editorial amendments to the city charter, including language clarifications in sections 2-2, 3-5, and 3-9. The commission tabled a proposal to increase the Mayor's salary and a motion to transmit the approved editorial changes to the City Council. A proposal to expand the City Council from five to seven members failed to move forward.

• Approved minutes for Sept 20, 2023 and Jan 31, 2024 (unanimous)
• Motion to expand City Council to seven members failed (3-4)
• Tabled recommendation on mayoral salary increase (unanimous)
• Approved editorial amendments to sections 2-2, 3-5, and 3-9 (unanimous)
• Tabled transmission of editorial recommendations to City Council (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for March 27, 2024 (unanimous)

East Providence Crescent Park Commission

The commission will meet to review and potentially vote on updated bylaws. Members will also discuss 2024 fundraising events and season sponsors.

• Possible vote on By Laws
• Discussion of Food & Wine Pairing fundraiser
• Discussion of Line Dancing fundraiser
• Possible vote on Season Sponsors

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The Zoning Board of Review will meet to swear in Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel and consider one new business item. The board will review a petition regarding a residential facility for individuals in recovery.

• Swearing in of Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel
• Petition No. 6973: Dimensional Variance for Safe Harbor Properties, LLC at 48 Lincoln Avenue to retain a residential facility for 13 unrelated individuals

The Board heard testimony regarding a petition by Safe Harbor Properties, LLC to operate a recovery house for 13 individuals at 48 Lincoln Avenue. Due to a conflict of interest involving legal representation and requests for further neighbor notification, the matter was postponed.

• Approved entry of Rhode Island General Law 40.1-1-13 as Applicant’s Exhibit 1 (Unanimous)
• Approved entry of NARR Standards as Applicant’s Exhibit 2 (Unanimous)
• Approved entry of certificate of inspection for 48 Lincoln Ave as Applicant’s Exhibit 3 (Unanimous)
• Approved entry of Brisan Recovery Housing Handbook as Applicant’s Exhibit 4 (Unanimous)
• Approved entry of Brian Sylvestre’s resume as Applicant’s Exhibit 5 (Unanimous)
• Approved entry of Ian Knowles' biography as Applicant’s Exhibit 6 (Unanimous)
• Approved entry of Lori Dorsey's resume as Applicant’s Exhibit 7 (Unanimous)
• Continued Petition No. 6973 for 48 Lincoln Avenue to March 6, 2024 (Unanimous)

East Providence Police and Fire Retirement System Pension Board

The East Providence Police and Fire Retirement Pension Fund Board will review quarterly investment performance and consider bids for legal counsel to update ordinances and policies. The board will also vote on returning contributions to three former employees and filling a civilian representative position.

• Review of quarterly performance and recommendations from Wainwright Investment Counsel, LLC
• Vote on returning contributions to former employees G. Potter, D. Burley, and G. Smith
• Review of three bids for legal counsel to assist with updating ordinances and policies
• Vote to fill an expired civilian representative board position
• Executive session to discuss disability pension requests for N. Garcia, A. Handfield, and C. Brassill

The Board approved the return of contributions to three former city employees and reappointed John Wallace as the civilian representative. The Board also accepted a performance report showing a total market value of $155,089,433.

• Accepted performance report showing portfolio up 9.79% year to date (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including various invoices and meeting journals (5-0)
• Approved return of $9,130.35 in contributions to Graeme Potter (5-0)
• Approved return of $8,078.85 in contributions to Darren Burley (5-0)
• Approved return of $15,905.36 in contributions to Grayson Smith (5-0)
• Reappointed John Wallace as civilian representative for a three-year term (5-0)
• Tabled decision on legal counsel RFQ pending further interviews (5-0)

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including a zone change and comprehensive plan amendment for a property on Wampanoag Trail, a mobile food establishment license, and various appointments. The council will also discuss snow removal requirements, sewer rates, ARPA-funded projects, and the impact of the Washington Bridge closure. The agenda includes an executive session for a lawsuit status update and a water/sewer charge abatement.

• Public hearing: Ordinance to amend Comprehensive Plan Map 4 to designate Assessor's Map 709, Block 1, Parcel 1 (0 Wampanoag Trail) as Mixed Use (Petitioner: JAG Properties LLC)
• Public hearing: Ordinance to rezone Assessor's Map 709, Block 1, Parcel 1 (0 Wampanoag Trail) from I-1 to C-2 (Petitioner: JAG Properties LLC)
• License: Mobile Food Establishment for Yagi Food Truck, applicant Tarci Lee Galarza, 39 Rhode Island Ave
• Appointment: Eileen Harvey to Small Business Advisory Committee (sponsored by Councilman Lawson)
• Discussion: Flat sewer rate, sewer billing, and ARPA-funded projects (Crescent Park, Business Incubator, Splashpad, Police Station Renovation, Pierce Stadium, Bold Point Park, Municipal Parking Lot, Citywide Placemaking, Kent Heights)

East Providence Economic Development

The Economic Development Commission will vote on a storefront improvement grant for Check The Florist. Members will also discuss the economic impact of the Washington Bridge closure on the City.

• Vote on Storefront Improvement Grant Application of Check The Florist
• Discussion on Washington Bridge closure’s economic impact to the City

The Commission approved a Storefront Improvement Grant for Check The Florist to install new lighting and windows. Members discussed the economic impact of the Washington Bridge closure and requested the City publish a business owner survey.

• Approved January 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Storefront Improvement Grant for Check The Florist (unanimous)

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing for discussion regarding a development application by Metacomet Property LLC. The meeting also includes a vote to approve the minutes from the January 18, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing for Metacomet Property LLC development at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway
• Vote to approve meeting minutes from January 18, 2024

The Commission approved the minutes from the January 18, 2024 meeting. A public hearing was held for a proposed development at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway, but no final decision was made.

• Approved January 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Voted to continue Public Hearing for Metacomet Property LLC development to March 28, 2024 (unanimous)

East Providence Housing Authority

The East Providence Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss agency reports and vote on several months of paid bill reports. The board may also enter executive session to discuss pending litigation from Louise Marcus.

• Resolution #579: Approval for new laundry services vendor, Automatic Laundry
• Vote on January 2024 Paid Bill Report totaling $450,215.07
• Vote on December 2023 Paid Bill Report totaling $284,055.57
• Vote on November 2023 Paid Bill Report totaling $324,663.88
• Vote on October 2023 Paid Bill Report totaling $304,120.62

The Board approved a new vendor for laundry services across all buildings. The Board also accepted several administrative reports and paid bills reports for October 2023 through January 2024.

• Approved Automatic Laundry as new vendor for laundry services (All Aye)
• Approved Paid Bills Report October 2023 for $304,120.62 (All Aye)
• Approved Paid Bills Report November 2023 for $324,663.88 (All Aye)
• Approved Paid Bills Report December 2023 for $284,055.57 (All Aye)
• Approved Paid Bills Report January 2024 for $450,215.07 (All Aye)
• Approved October 17, 2023 and January 9, 2024 meeting minutes (All Aye)
• Accepted Executive Director, Public Housing Vacancy, Housing Choice Voucher, and Family Self Sufficiency reports (All Aye)

East Providence Historic District Commission

The East Providence Historic District Commission will meet to approve January minutes and discuss two new business items: city-wide interpretive signage and a condition assessment and maintenance plan for Newman Cemetery. No correspondence was received, and no other business is listed.

• Approval of January 10, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of city-wide interpretive signage
• Review of Newman Cemetery condition assessment and maintenance plan

The Commission approved the minutes from the January 10, 2024 meeting. Members discussed the status of the city-wide interpretive sign program and the RFP for the Newman Cemetery condition assessment.

• Approved January 10, 2024 minutes

East Providence Planning Board

The East Providence Planning Board will meet to discuss and potentially vote on one new business item. The board will also review minutes from the December 11, 2023 meeting.

• Release of Improvement Guarantee for CT Properties at Lynn Avenue and Oregon Avenue (Map 305, block 8, parcel 20)

The Planning Board approved the partial release of an improvement guarantee for a subdivision located at Lynn Avenue and Oregon Avenue. The board also adopted minutes from a previous meeting.

• Approved release of $60,000 improvement guarantee for CT Properties (5-0)
• Adopted December 11, 2023 Planning Board minutes (5-0)

East Providence Assessment Board of Review

The Board of Assessment Review is meeting to hear cases from applicants, with each person allotted 15 minutes to present. The board will also consider approving minutes from two previous January meetings.

• Approval of January 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of January 24, 2024 meeting minutes

East Providence Canvassing Authority

The East Providence Canvassing Authority is meeting to consider the approval of polling locations for the April 2, 2024 PPP. The agenda includes proposed combinations of specific polling sites across four wards.

• Approval of Ward 1 polling locations including Myron Francis School, Rumford Towers, and City View Manor
• Approval of Ward 2 polling locations including St. Francis Church, Hennessey, Whiteknact, and Senior Center
• Approval of Ward 3 polling locations including Kent Heights School, Martin Middle School, Fuller Learning Center, and Riverside Cong Church
• Approval of Ward 4 polling locations including Harbor View Manor, Crescent View Manor, Riverside Library, Waddington School, and Oldham School

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The Zoning Board of Review will consider petitions for dimensional and use variances. The board will also swear in Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel and discuss new statewide regulations.

• Petition 6970: Request for additional wall-mounted signage at 1100 Warren Avenue
• Petition 6971: Request to convert a residence to a principal dental office at 1002 Pawtucket Avenue
• Petition 6972: Request for off-street parking variance for a dental office at 1002 Pawtucket Avenue
• Swearing in of Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel

The Board approved a use variance to establish a principal dental office at 1002 Pawtucket Avenue and granted a dimensional variance for additional signage at 1100 Warren Avenue. The dental office approval includes strict limits on the number of chairs and usage.

• Approved dimensional variance for additional wall-mounted signage at 1100 Warren Avenue (3-2)
• Approved use variance to convert 1002 Pawtucket Avenue to a principal dental office with accessory residence (5-0)
• Approved dimensional variance for off-street parking requirements at 1002 Pawtucket Avenue (5-0)
• Limited 1002 Pawtucket Avenue to a maximum of four dental chairs
• Limited 1002 Pawtucket Avenue strictly to dental office use
• Continued approval of November 1, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)
• Continued approval of December 13, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The East Providence Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the Director's report and discuss the 2024 holiday closing schedule. The board will also discuss core values and the mission statement to provide input for the next Five Year Plan.

• 2024 Library Holiday Closings schedule
• Discussion on core values, mission statement, and goals for the Five Year Plan
• Update on potential Library Trustee appointments

The Board of Trustees unanimously accepted the 2024 Library Holiday Closings schedule. Members also discussed the library's mission statement, core values, and goals for the upcoming Five Year Plan.

• Approved January 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted 2024 Library Holiday Closings schedule (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session to discuss a lawsuit, followed by open session actions. The council will vote on consent items including tax abatements and a special event license, and will consider several license transfers and new licenses. Discussions are scheduled on ARPA-funded projects, the impact of the Washington Bridge closure on traffic, and other city matters.

• Tax abatement totaling $5,676.92 for 2023
• Transfer of victualing and Sunday/holiday licenses for Save A Lot at 2830 Pawtucket Ave to Riverside Market LLC
• Special event alcohol license for East End Theatre's Murder Mystery 2024 at 1336 Pawtucket Avenue
• Appointments to RI250 board and Small Business Advisory
• Discussion on ARPA project updates and Washington Bridge closure impact

CANCELLED - Feb. 1, 2024 - Council Meeting

The special docketed council meeting was cancelled. The original agenda included a show-cause hearing regarding the hotel license for the Rumford Motor Inn and a special event license application for St. Francis Xavier Church.

• Show-cause hearing regarding Rumford Motor Inn hotel license at 400 Newport Avenue
• Special event alcoholic license application for St. Francis Xavier Church at 160 Orchard Street

East Providence City Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss City Council procedures with Council President Rodericks and the Solicitor’s office. The commission is scheduled to vote on transmitting its recommendations for charter changes to the City Council.

• Vote to transmit charter change recommendations to City Council
• Discussion on City Council procedures following transmission of recommendations
• Approval of September 20, 2023 minutes

The Charter Review Commission approved a motion to change School Committee terms to four-year staggered terms. The Commission also voted to eliminate Section 9-3 of the City Charter regarding personnel. Other proposed changes to the Department of Public Works were denied, and no changes were made to the Police, Fire, Wards, or Court articles.

• Approved minutes from August 16, 2023 (unanimous)
• Denied motion to change Public Works Director appointment language (1-8)
• Eliminated Section 9-3 of the City Charter (unanimous)
• Approved four-year staggered terms for School Committee (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

East Providence Crescent Park Commission

The commission will review updates and potentially vote on a new building, bylaws, and 2024 fundraising. Members will also discuss event chairs for various community programs including Summerfest and the Great Townie Pumpkin Festival.

• Possible vote on new building
• Possible vote on bylaws
• 2024 fundraising planning
• Review of event chairs for Movies in the Park and Winterfest

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will hold a show-cause hearing on the Rumford Motor Inn's hotel license, potentially amending, restricting, or revoking it. The council will also discuss and vote on collective bargaining agreements with the Educational Secretaries Association and the police union, plus several resolutions including a new police K9 vehicle and a fire department detection meter. Several special event licenses and a new cafe's licenses are also on the agenda.

• Show-cause hearing on hotel license for Rumford Motor Inn, 400 Newport Avenue
• Ratification of collective bargaining agreement with East Providence Educational Secretaries Association
• Modification of police union contract section 18.01 on Detail Pay (Local 569)
• Resolution to purchase a fully built Expedition K9 vehicle for the Police Department
• Special event licenses for Crescent Park Carousel events (Movies in the Park, Summerfest, Pumpkin Festival)

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The Board reviewed and signed employment lists. No other new or old business was discussed.

• Reviewed and signed employment lists

East Providence Economic Development

The commission will meet to call the meeting to order and vote on the meeting minutes from December 21, 2023. No new business is listed on the agenda.

• Vote on meeting minutes from December 21, 2023

The Commission approved the minutes from the December 21, 2023 meeting. Staff provided updates on loan repayments for EnoTap and All Seasons Café. No new business was introduced.

• Approved December 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

East Providence LBGTQI+ Affairs Board

The Mayor’s Advisory Council on LGBTQIA+ Affairs is meeting to discuss continued business and new business. The primary focus of the meeting is the planning of the East Providence Pride Celebration scheduled for June 1, 2024.

• Planning for East Providence Pride Celebration (June 1, 2024)

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The Commission will meet to approve minutes from the December 21, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes a report on the Fiscal Year 23 Financial Audit and an update from the Planning Department regarding city-wide projects and demographic trends.

• Approval of December 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Report on Fiscal Year 23 Financial Audit
• Planning Department update on city-wide projects and demographic trends

The Commission approved the minutes from the December 21, 2023 meeting and accepted the Fiscal Year 2023 financial audit report. Staff provided updates on affordable housing funds and a scheduled design review for the Metacomet Development application.

• Approved December 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Fiscal Year 2023 financial audit report (unanimous)

East Providence Conservation Commission

The Commission will conduct an election of officers including Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary. The agenda includes discussions regarding Squantum Woods parking, Boyden Heights blue trail, and the 2023 draft annual report.

• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman and Secretary
• Squantum Woods parking area
• Boyden Heights blue trail
• 2023 draft annual report
• Newman Avenue crossing trailhead

East Providence Conservation Commission

The Commission has released its regularly scheduled meeting dates for the 2024 calendar year. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of every month at City Hall.

• Meetings held at City Hall, 145 Taunton Avenue, room 308
• Meetings scheduled for the third Tuesday of every month

East Providence Historic District Commission

The Commission has released its regularly scheduled meeting dates for the 2024 calendar year. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of every month at City Hall, 145 Taunton Avenue.

• Meetings held at 6:30 pm in room 308

The commission approved the minutes from November 8, 2023. Members discussed the status of a city-wide interpretive sign program and a pending RFP for the Newman Cemetery condition assessment.

• Approved minutes from 11.8.2023

East Providence Canvassing Authority

The East Providence Canvassing Authority will schedule meetings as needed rather than providing a set annual schedule for 2024. Meetings will be announced and posted in accordance with the East Providence City Charter, RI General Laws, and the OMA.

• No annual schedule of meetings for 2024

East Providence Assessment Board of Review

The East Providence Board of Assessment Review heard commercial and property tax appeals, unanimously denying seven assessment reduction requests and one tax-exempt status request. One case was continued to allow a property inspection, and another appointment was canceled to be rescheduled.

• Denied Bank of America assessment appeal for 3400 Pawtucket Ave (unanimous)
• Denied tax-exempt status appeal for 1445 Wampanoag Trail units 107 & 203 (unanimous)
• Continued assessment appeal for 415 and 500 Taunton Ave to allow property inspection (unanimous)
• Denied S-BNK East Providence assessment appeal for 95 Amaral St (unanimous)
• Denied Vieira Rentals assessment appeal for 95 Commercial Way (unanimous)
• Denied GSI Riverside assessment appeal for 3346 Pawtucket Ave (unanimous)
• Denied Stephen Decastro assessment appeal for 54 Hilltop Ave (unanimous)
• Denied Stephen Decastro assessment appeal for vacant lot at 0 Robinson St (unanimous)

East Providence Historic District Commission

The East Providence Historic District Commission will discuss outstanding items for a city-wide interpretive sign program. The commission will also review a condition assessment and maintenance plan for Newman Cemetery.

• City-wide interpretive sign program outstanding items
• Newman Cemetery condition assessment and maintenance plan
• Adoption of 2024 meeting dates

The commission approved the November 8, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed the status of a city-wide interpretive sign program and a pending RFP for the Newman Cemetery condition assessment.

• Approved minutes from 11.8.2023
• Noted 30-day extension for city-wide interpretive sign program
• Reviewed RFP for Newman Cemetery condition assessment and maintenance plan

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will hold public hearings and vote on two ordinances: one reallocating up to $1,000,000 for the Kent Heights Recreational Facility Improvement Project and another $1,000,000 for citywide sewer and drain infrastructure, and a second appropriating up to $50,000 for a citywide utility box art project. The council will also discuss zoning changes for outdoor dining and hotels, consider several resolutions authorizing contracts (including carpet installation at City Hall, a property revaluation, and field lighting), and review appointments to the Conservation Commission. An executive session is scheduled to discuss a claim by Barbara Baptista.

• Ordinance to reallocate up to $1,000,000 for Kent Heights Recreational Facility and $1,000,000 for sewer/drain improvements
• Ordinance to appropriate up to $50,000 for a citywide utility box art project
• Resolution to contract with Catalis Tax and CAMA for 2024-2025 full property revaluation
• Resolution to contract with Johnson Landscaping for Kent Heights Recreational Facility improvements
• Discussion of zoning code changes for outdoor dining and hotels in C1-C5 and I-1 zones

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The provided document is a meeting schedule for the 2024 Library Board of Trustees. It lists dates, times, and locations for regular meetings throughout the year.