East Providence public meetings in 2025

East Providence Housing Authority

The provided document contains the board member list and the 2026 meeting schedule. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed for the December 19, 2025 meeting.

East Providence Housing Authority

The East Providence Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will review financial reports and vacancy data. The board is scheduled to vote on a Section 8 Administrative Plan change and several expenditures.

• Installation of cameras in stairwells at Harbor View by Communication Systems Inc. for $17,980.00
• Resolution #597 regarding a Section 8 Administrative Plan change and new passbook rate
• Write offs for East Providence Housing totaling $30,052.10
• Paid Bill Reports for October 2025 ($455,948.06) and November 2025 ($174,829.90)
• Approval of the 2026 Board Schedule of Meetings

East Providence Semiquincentennial Commission

The commission is holding its first organizational meeting to establish its structure and goals. Members will elect officers and develop a workplan for the city's 250th anniversary celebrations.

• Election of commission officers
• Establishment of meeting frequency and schedule
• Creation of a workplan including an events calendar and content guidelines
• Formation of subcommittees for communications, promotion, public input, and funding
• Review of the RI250 Commission Field Guide for event brainstorming

The commission held its initial meeting to introduce members and establish organizational structure. The body elected its leadership and determined a monthly meeting cadence.

• Elected Meredith Bonds-Harmon as Chairperson, Sandra Turgeon as Vice-Chairperson, and Patrick Hanner as Secretary (8-0)
• Established meeting schedule for the third Thursday of every month at 3:00 pm

CANCELLED Dec. 16, 2025 - Council Meeting

The scheduled City Council meeting for December 16, 2025, was cancelled. The original agenda included items regarding tax assessor settlements, business licenses, and city resolutions.

• Proposed settlement agreement: Mansion House Trust and Pawtucket House Trust vs. Sarah Frew
• Tax cancellations and abatements totaling $36,966.26
• New business licenses for Sav Store 970LLC (970 Willett Avenue), Crook Point Brewing Company (120 Waterfront Drive), and Kelly Pizza (324 Waterman Avenue)
• Proposed ordinance to repeal holiday sales licenses
• Resolutions for Otis Elevator Company upgrades at Weaver Library and a police mutual aid agreement with Seekonk, Massachusetts

East Providence Historic District Commission

The East Providence Historic District Commission will meet to introduce a new member and discuss the 250th Anniversary Committee. The body will also consider reducing the number of appointed commission members to help maintain a quorum.

• Discussion on reducing the number of appointed commission members
• 250th Anniversary Committee
• Introduction of new member

The Commission approved the minutes from the September 23, 2025, meeting. Members discussed the formation of a 250th Anniversary Committee and strategies to recruit new members to maintain a quorum. No other formal votes were taken during the session.

• Approved September 23, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussed 250th Anniversary Committee formation
• Discussed recruitment strategies for commission members

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider recommending zoning amendments to require residential developments of 10 or more units to set aside at least 15% as affordable. The board will also review several petitions to subdivide properties and grant dimensional or use variances.

• Proposed inclusionary zoning requiring 15% affordable units for developments of 10+ units
• Subdivision and dimensional variance request for 45-49 Metropolitan Park Drive
• Subdivision and dimensional variance request for 1 and 9 Vineland Avenue
• Subdivision, dimensional, and use variance requests for 1019-1029 South Broadway
• Approval of the 2026 Planning Board Meeting Calendar

The East Providence Planning Board approved multiple minor subdivisions with dimensional and use variances, and voted to recommend a new citywide inclusionary zoning ordinance to the City Council. The board also approved the 2026 meeting calendar with an earlier start time of 6:00 PM and approved past meeting minutes.

• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved minor subdivision and dimensional relief at 45-49 Metropolitan Park Drive with conditions (5-0)
• Granted sidewalk waiver for 45-49 Metropolitan Park Drive (5-0)
• Granted conditional approval of preliminary plan for 45-49 Metropolitan Park Drive with conditions (5-0)
• Approved minor subdivision and dimensional relief for 1 and 9 Vineland Avenue with conditions (5-0)
• Granted sidewalk waiver for 1 and 9 Vineland Avenue (5-0)
• Granted conditional approval for 1 and 9 Vineland Avenue (5-0)
• Approved dimensional and use variances for 1019-1021 and 1027-1029 South Broadway with conditions (5-0)

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review will consider several dimensional and use variance requests for residential, commercial, and industrial properties. The meeting includes the swearing-in of Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel.

• Request for an accessory dwelling unit at 45 Hazelwood Avenue
• Digital signage and signage program requests for Anderson Motors at 190 Amaral Street
• Open storage permit and dimensional relief for 370 Wampanoag Trail
• Warehouse addition requests for Brez Associates LLC at 40 Patton Road
• Commercial addition and signage requests for 447 Willett Avenue

The Board approved several dimensional and use variances for residential fencing, decking, and porches, as well as commercial signage and warehouse expansions. A special use permit for open storage was granted for a property on Wampanoag Trail. One petition for a commercial addition on Willett Avenue was not heard.

• Approved 10ft fence variance at 105 Hobson Avenue (5-0)
• Approved front decking variance at 121 Turner Avenue (4-1)
• Approved front farmers porch variance at 132 Roma Street (5-0)
• Approved digital signage use and dimensional variances for Anderson Motors (5-0)
• Approved warehouse expansion special use permit and variance at 40 Patton Road (5-0)
• Approved open storage special use permit and dimensional variances at 370 Wampanoag Trail (5-0)
• Approved detached ADU dimensional variances at 45 Hazelwood Avenue (3-2)
• Approved November 5, 2025 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The East Providence Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial, personnel, and facility reports. The agenda includes an update on a Department of Justice ruling regarding Title II ADA digital accessibility.

• Update on Title II ADA Digital Accessibility DOJ ruling by Systems Librarian John Carney
• Review of November 2025 minutes
• Director's report on finances, personnel, and facilities
• Assistant Director's report on usage statistics

The Board approved the minutes from the November 2025 meeting. Members discussed trustee authority regarding personnel and finance matters and received an update on ADA digital accessibility compliance for the library website.

• Approved November 2025 minutes
• Tabled OLIS Trustee Basics recording to January meeting

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will approve meeting dates for 2026 and consider ordinances regarding traffic stops, parking, and electric bicycles. The body will also discuss a Community Choice Electricity option and authorize contracts for city projects.

• Approval of 2026 regular meeting calendar
• Ordinance to require stops at Ferris Avenue and David Street
• Ordinance to prohibit electric bicycles on sidewalks
• Resolution to authorize HVAC contract with Automatic Temperature Controls
• Resolution to authorize construction contract for John Lewis Park

The East Providence City Council introduced and voted on multiple motions and resolutions, including a calendar change, property designation, licensing approvals, traffic ordinance amendments, and several contract authorizations. Votes were recorded for each item, but the minutes do not state the final outcomes of the motions. No substantive approvals or rejections were documented in the record.

• Motion to delete November 3 from the 2026 council calendar – vote recorded, outcome not indicated
• Motion to adopt new property number for 66 Fraser Street – vote recorded, outcome not indicated
• Motion to approve non‑public hearing licenses C1‑C2 – vote recorded, outcome not indicated
• Ordinance amendment adding stop‑and‑yield at Ferris Avenue & David Street – vote recorded, outcome not indicated
• Motion to table indefinitely the parking prohibition amendment for Fisher Street – vote recorded, outcome not indicated
• Motion to table the electric‑bicycle regulation amendment until January – vote recorded, outcome not indicated
• Resolution establishing the Sowams National Heritage Area – motion to withdraw and then motion to approve amended resolution; vote recorded, outcome not indicated
• Resolution authorizing the mayor to purchase two fire‑department replacement vehicles – vote recorded, outcome not indicated

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The Personnel Hearing Board will review eligibility and certification lists for several part-time positions. The board is also scheduled to approve the meeting calendar for 2026.

• Review of Pound Keeper (Part Time) employment lists
• Review of Plumbing Inspector (Part Time) employment lists
• Review of Mechanical Inspector (Part Time) employment lists
• Review of Bus Driver – Senior Services (Part Time) employment lists
• Approval of Calendar Year 2026 Personnel Hearing Board Meetings

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It contains no record of decisions, votes, or actions taken.

East Providence Economic Development

The Economic Development Commission will meet to discuss the use of remaining UDAG funds and continue discussions regarding the Washington Bridge. The body will also vote on the 2026 meeting calendar.

• Utilization of existing balance of UDAG funds
• Discussion on Washington Bridge
• Vote on 2026 EDC Meeting Calendar

The East Providence Economic Development Commission approved its October 16, 2025 meeting minutes and the 2026 meeting calendar. Members also discussed ideas for utilizing existing UDAG funds, reviewed the Washington Bridge construction timeline and traffic impacts, and received a staff update noting no new loan or pre-application requests.

• Approved October 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous, Mr. Brown recused)
• Approved 2026 Meeting Calendar (unanimous)

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The Waterfront Commission Hearing Panel will hold a public hearing regarding a development application from Aldersbridge Communities. The body will provide an advisory recommendation on requested variances for a 39-unit residential project.

• Public hearing for The Landing at East Point at 300 Bourne Avenue
• Requested variances for building façade material and glazing
• Proposed monument sign on Bourne Avenue
• Proposed light pole height of 16’11” (25’ required)
• Requested variances for front yard setback, first floor elevation, and parking configuration

The Design Review Committee and Hearing Panel both voted unanimously to recommend approval of several architectural and site development variances for a 39-unit residential project. The recommendation will be sent to the Waterfront Commission for final action.

• Approved April 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of variances for The Landing at East Point to the Waterfront Commission (DRC unanimous)
• Recommended approval of variances for The Landing at East Point to the Waterfront Commission (Hearing Panel unanimous)

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The Waterfront Commission will hold a public hearing regarding variance requests for a 39-unit residential project. The body will also review proposed zoning ordinance amendments regarding affordable and inclusionary zoning for recommendation to the City Council.

• Public hearing for The Landing at East Point (300 Bourne Avenue) regarding architectural and site variances
• Recommendation to City Council on proposed amendments to Zoning Ordinance Article IX, Sec. 19-485 (Affordable/Inclusionary Zoning)
• Appointment of Christopher Fragomeni to Hearing Panel
• Audit presentation by Greg Parisi of Damiano and Company CPA

The East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission approved architectural and site variances for The Landing at East Point residential development at 300 Bourne Avenue. The Commission also recommended proposed zoning amendments regarding inclusionary zoning to the City Council, accepted the annual audit, and approved 2026 meeting dates.

• Approved September 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Christopher Fragomeni to the Hearing Panel (unanimous)
• Approved design and requested variances for The Landing at East Point at 300 Bourne Avenue (unanimous)
• Accepted audit presented by Damiano and Company CPA (unanimous)
• Recommended proposed amendments to Article IX, Sec. 19-485 of the Zoning Ordinance to the City Council (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Waterfront Commission meeting dates (unanimous)

East Providence Crescent Park Commission

The commission will meet to discuss updates regarding a new building and nominations for 2026. The agenda also includes discussions on fundraising and sponsorships for 2026.

• New Building Update
• 2026 Nominations
• 2026 Fundraising
• 2026 Sponsorships

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Conservation Commission will meet to discuss the Boyden Heights boardwalk and introduce new members. The agenda also includes a Planning Department update and a Tree Commission report.

• Boyden Heights boardwalk discussion
• Introduction of new members
• Review of commission member expiration dates
• Correspondence regarding a 10/17/25 letter to the Rhode Island Scenic Roadway Board

The East Providence Conservation Commission met on November 19, 2025, to discuss updates from the Planning Department, Tree Commission, and ongoing projects. The minutes record no substantive votes, approvals, or formal decisions, noting only reports, correspondence submissions, and member announcements.

• Received Planning Department update on DEM grant application for Kettle Point Pier and Thomas Dambo troll area
• Received Planning Department update on Willett Pond water quality improvements
• Received Tree Commission report on USDA grant goals and Waterman Ave tree planting
• Noted submission of Conservation Commission letter regarding proposed Veterans Parkway roundabout
• Noted new member appointments of Michael Nelson and Chester Levine
• Noted permits obtained for Boyden Heights boardwalk project repairs for Spring 2026
• Noted upcoming expiration of appointments for Wayne Barnes and John Carney
• Adjourned meeting at 7:30 pm

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the abandonment of a 1,350 sq. ft. portion of Breeze Avenue. The body will also vote on tax abatements, various event licenses, and a new appointment to the Waterfront District Commission.

• Public hearing for abandonment of 1,350 sq. ft. of Breeze Avenue abutting 82 Crescent View Avenue
• Tax abatements totaling $25,982.76 (Tax Assessor) and $2,337.68 (Board of Review)
• Appointment of Jeremy Licht, Esq. to the Waterfront District Commission
• Resolution for a left-turn signal and lane at Pawtucket Avenue and Waterman Avenue
• Proposed ordinance to repeal holiday sales licenses (Sec. 8-31(b))

The East Providence City Council approved several tax abatements, bundled and approved non‑public hearing licenses, appointed Jeremy Licht to the Waterfront District Commission, and adopted resolutions for a grant application and a left‑turn signal at Pawtucket and Waterman. All motions passed by majority vote.

• Approved $25,982.76 Tax Assessor abatement (motion passed)
• Approved $2,337.68 Tax Assessment Board of Review abatement (motion passed)
• Approved bundle of non‑public hearing licenses C1‑C4 (motion passed)
• Approved non‑public hearing licenses C1‑C4 (motion passed)
• Appointed Jeremy Licht, Esq., to Waterfront District Commission (term 11/19/2025‑11/20/2029, motion passed)
• Approved resolution to submit grant application to RI Dept. of Environmental Management Recreation Development Grant (motion passed)
• Approved resolution requesting left‑turn signal and lane at Pawtucket Ave & Waterman Ave (motion passed)
• Approved ordinance amendment repealing holiday sales licenses (motion passed)

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

The East Providence Municipal Integrity Committee will meet to discuss East Providence Fire Department interview results and recent city staffing changes. The body will also plan for an AA/EEO intern and upcoming community celebrations.

• EPFD interview results
• Chief of Staff resignation
• Appointment of New Policy Director
• AA/EEO Intern planning for December/January
• Planning for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Program and Black History Month

East Providence Police and Fire Retirement System Pension Board

The East Providence Police and Fire Retirement Pension Board will discuss and vote on several disability pension requests. The board will also review the Q3 2025 performance report and funding recommendations from Wainwright Investment Counsel, LLC.

• Disability pension requests for N. Garcia, C. Weeden, P. Taaffe, J. Lowe, and C. Sperry
• Review of Q3 2025 Performance Report and funding recommendations from Wainwright Investment Counsel, LLC
• Vote to return contributions to R. Cute
• Update from City Solicitor on IRS compliance submission progress by Ice Miller LLP
• Approval of consent calendar including COLA listing for October 2025 and various Q3 2025 invoices

The Board approved drawing funds from Vanguard FTSE All World to cover expenses and authorized the return of $36,232.38 in contributions to R. Cute. The Board also set a two-week deadline for a disability request from N. Garcia to provide corrected medical forms.

• Approved drawing funds from Vanguard FTSE All World for expenses (5-0)
• Approved return of $36,232.38 in contributions to R. Cute (5-0)
• Approved two-week deadline for N. Garcia to contact doctor regarding disability request (5-0)
• Approved request for medical records from Mr. Weeden (5-0)
• Approved 2026 quarterly meeting dates: Feb 17, May 19, Sept 22, and Nov 17 (5-0)
• Approved 20 items on the Consent Calendar (4-0)
• Accepted Q3 2025 performance handouts into record (5-0)

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider recommending zoning amendments to the City Council that would require residential developments of 10 or more units to set aside at least 15% as affordable. The board will also review three separate petitions to subdivide properties into smaller parcels.

• Proposed inclusionary zoning requiring 15% affordable units for developments of 10+ units
• Minor subdivision and dimensional variance request for 45-49 Metropolitan Park Drive
• Minor subdivision and dimensional variance request for 1 and 9 Vineland Avenue
• Minor subdivision, dimensional variance, and use variance request for 1019-1029 South Broadway
• Proposed density bonus of 1.5 market rate units per required affordable unit

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review will meet to consider two new petitions regarding property modifications. The board will also swear in Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel.

• Petition No. 7025: Request to build an attached screened porch at 66–68 North Broadway
• Petition No. 7023: Request to replace fencing with a hedge and 10-foot wide gate at 210 Taunton Avenue

The Zoning Board of Review granted a special use permit for a screened porch and approved a modified use variance for a hedge and gate installation. Both decisions were passed unanimously by the present members.

• Approved special use permit for attached screened porch at 66-68 North Broadway (4-0)
• Approved use variance modification for six-foot hedges and a four-foot locked gate at 210 Taunton Avenue (4-0)
• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will consider ordinances for property tax collection and the appropriation of $134,795 from the School Department Capital Improvement Revolving Fund. The body will also discuss a tentative agreement with the Fire Fighters Local 850 and various business license renewals.

• Appropriation of $134,795 from the East Providence School Department Capital Improvement Revolving Fund
• Ordinance for the assessment and collection of property tax on real estate and tangible personal property
• Tentative Agreement with East Providence Fire Fighters Local 850 IAFF (2025-2030)
• Proposed $750 donation to the East Providence Historical Society
• New stop sign at Ferris Avenue (northbound) at David Street

The East Providence City Council passed four ordinances: borrowing authority for FY 2026, a pension‑benefits language amendment, a $134,795 appropriation from the School Department Capital Improvement Revolving Fund, and a property‑tax assessment ordinance. All four votes were 3‑0 in favor. The council also confirmed two new members to the Conservation Commission and approved contracts for city auditing services and police‑department social‑media work.

• Ordinance authorizing Director of Finance to borrow funds for FY 2026 – passed 3‑0
• Ordinance amending pension‑benefits language – passed 3‑0
• Ordinance appropriating $134,795 from School Department Capital Improvement Fund – passed 3‑0
• Ordinance ordering assessment and collection of property tax – passed 3‑0
• Appointment of Michael David Nelson to Conservation Commission – approved
• Appointment of Chester Levine to Conservation Commission – approved
• Resolution authorizing contract with CBIZ CPA for auditing services – approved
• Resolution authorizing contract with John Guilfoil PR for police social‑media services – approved

East Providence Assessment Board of Review

The Board of Assessment Review will meet to hear four real estate tax assessment appeals. Each applicant is allotted 15 minutes to present their case.

• Appeal for 63 Kettle Point Ave (Ronald & Edna Kurtzman)
• Appeal for 1481 Wampanoag Trail (Trail Associates)
• Appeal for 74 Ide Ave (Eric Rando)
• Appeal for 46 Jackson Ave (Kenneth & Valarie Pouliot)

The Board of Assessment Review heard and approved four residential and commercial tax appeals. Decisions included adjusting property square footage and property conditions downward to affect valuations.

• Approved square footage adjustment for 63 Kettle Point Ave (unanimous)
• Approved downward condition adjustment for 74 Ide Ave (unanimous)
• Approved downward condition adjustment for 46 Jackson Ave (unanimous)
• Approved value adjustment based on income and expense data for 1481 Wampanoag Trl (unanimous)

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The Personnel Hearing Board will review eligibility and certification lists for several city positions. The board is also scheduled to approve the meeting calendar for the 2026 calendar year.

• Review of Assistant City Sergeant (Part Time) lists
• Review of Assistant Animal Control Supervisor lists
• Review of Emergency Communication Dispatcher (Full Time) lists
• Review of Emergency Communication Dispatcher (Part Time) lists
• Review of Library Aide (Part Time) lists

The Board reviewed and signed employment lists for several city positions. One list was withdrawn, while others for animal control, dispatchers, and library aides were approved. The next meeting was rescheduled to November 24, 2025.

• Approved Assistant Animal Control Supervisor eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Full Time Emergency Communication Dispatcher eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Part Time Emergency Communication Dispatcher eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Part Time Library Aide eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Withdrew Assistant City Sergeant Part Time Certification & Eligibility List
• Rescheduled 11/17/2025 meeting to 11/24/2025
• Approved September 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will consider an amendment to the city’s traffic ordinance that adds a 50‑foot segment on both sides of Providence Avenue north of Sunset Avenue and a 50‑foot segment on the east side south of Sunset Avenue. Council members will also vote on a resolution to authorize the purchase of a mini excavator for the Department of Public Works water utilities division, and on a resolution concerning the preservation and future development of the Veterans’ Memorial Parkway. In addition, the council will review several licensing applications, including a special‑event entertainment license for an event at 37 North Blossom Street and a liquor license for United Skates of America at 75 New Road.

• Ordinance amendment adding Providence Ave sections (50 ft north and south of Sunset Ave) to the “vehicles and traffic” chapter
• Resolution to authorize purchase of a mini excavator for the Public Works water utilities division
• Resolution related to preservation and future development of the Veterans’ Memorial Parkway
• Special‑event entertainment license for JNS Associates LLC at 37 North Blossom Street (Oct 26, 2025, 4‑6 pm)
• Liquor license application for United Skates of America Inc. at 75 New Road

The council approved pending claims and sewer charge abatements totaling $8,718.57. It adopted a traffic‑ordinance amendment adding sections of Providence Avenue. The council also authorized the mayor to purchase a mini excavator for the public works water utilities division and approved several licenses, including a liquor license with service restrictions.

• Approved claims: Paula DeMelo $1,177.24, Anthony Estrela $395.00, and sewer abatements Kevin Miller $306.00, 50 Amaral LLC $7,236.33 – all present voted aye
• Approved council journals for 10/7/2025 – all present voted aye
• Approved bundling of non‑public hearing licenses C1‑C2 – all present voted aye
• Approved non‑public hearing licenses C1‑C2 – all present voted aye
• Approved liquor license for United Skates of America with serving restrictions – all present voted aye
• Approved amendment to traffic ordinance adding Providence Ave sections – all present voted aye
• Approved purchase of a mini excavator for public works water utilities division – all present voted aye
• Approved amendment to Veterans’ Memorial Parkway resolution to send copies to state agencies – all present voted aye

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Conservation Commission will meet to discuss new business regarding the Boyden Heights boardwalk. The agenda also includes reports from the Planning Department and Tree Commission.

• Discussion of Boyden Heights boardwalk
• Submission of letter to Rhode Island Scenic Roadway Board dated 10/17/25

East Providence Economic Development

The Economic Development Commission will meet to receive updates on Colonial Mills and the UDAG balance. The body will also continue discussions regarding the Washington Bridge.

• Update on Colonial Mills
• Update on UDAG Balance
• Discussion on Washington Bridge

The Commission approved the minutes from the September 18, 2025 meeting. Members discussed updates regarding Colonial Mills, the Washington Bridge, and UDAG loan balances.

• Approved September 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

East Providence Planning Board

The East Providence Planning Board will meet to discuss a preliminary plan extension and a road abandonment request. The board will also review minutes from the September 11, 2025, meeting.

• Preliminary plan extension request for Hundred Acre Cove (Map 811, block 1, parcel 3)
• Recommendation to City Council regarding partial road abandonment of Breeze Avenue abutting 82 Crescent View Ave

The Board recommended that City Council abandon a 1,350 sq. ft. unpaved portion of Breeze Avenue. It also granted a one-year extension for the Hundred Acre Cove preliminary plan.

• Approved preliminary plan extension for Hundred Acre Cove until November 12, 2026 (unanimous)
• Recommended positive action to City Council for abandonment of 1,350 sq. ft. of Breeze Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved September 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

East Providence Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review financial reports and vote on several resolutions. These include updates to maintenance policies, administrative plans, and rent standards for 2026.

• Resolution #593: Maintenance Policy Entering Resident’s Units
• Paid Bill Report for September 2025 totaling $478,242.92
• Resolution #594: Revised ACOP updates regarding 'Hotma'
• Resolution #595: HCV (Section 8) Payment Standards 2026
• Resolution #596: Public Housing Flat Rents 2026

The Board approved new maintenance policies for entering resident units and revised the ACOP with Hotma. Members authorized $14,830.82 for sprinkler repairs at City View, Goldsmith Manor, and Harborview. The Board also set the 2026 payment standards for Housing Choice Vouchers and flat rents for Public Housing.

• Approved New Policy Resolution #593 Maintenance Policy for Entering Resident Units (Unanimous)
• Approved $14,830.82 Encore Fire Protection proposal for sprinkler repairs (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #594 Revised ACOP with Hotma (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #595 HCV 2026 Payment Standards (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #596 PH 2026 Flat Rents (Unanimous)
• Approved Paid Bills Report of $478,242.92 (Unanimous)
• Approved combining November and December meetings (Unanimous)

Council Meeting

The City Council will consider changes to the Mayor's FY26 proposed budget across multiple city departments. The body will also review various claims, tax abatements, and business licenses. Public hearings are scheduled for traffic and parking ordinances and a park improvement appropriation.

• Appropriation of $115,824.50 for improvements at Vintner Avenue Park
• Tax abatements totaling $123,360.00
• Proposed stop and yield intersection at Providence Avenue and Sunset Avenue
• Proposed 'No Parking' zone on Lincoln Avenue (north side) from Crescent Ave westerly 175 feet
• Discussion and possible vote on a settlement agreement for Bank of America NA vs. Sarah Frew

The East Providence City Council moved into executive session, sealed the executive session minutes, and approved the consent‑calendar tax abatements. It also bundled and approved several special‑event and business licenses. Finally, the council adopted two amendments to the city traffic code concerning stop‑and‑yield intersections and a no‑parking zone.

• Moved into executive session (passed)
• Sealed executive session minutes (passed)
• Approved consent‑calendar tax abatements totaling $123,360.00 (passed)
• Bundled licenses for upcoming events and businesses (passed)
• Approved individual licenses for special‑event and business permits (passed)
• Amended traffic ordinance to add stop‑and‑yield at Providence Ave at Sunset Ave (passed)
• Amended traffic ordinance to prohibit parking on north side of Lincoln Ave from Crescent Ave for 175 ft (passed)

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review will consider petitions for residential construction and a modification to a previous zoning decision. The board will also swear in Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel.

• Petition 7021: Request to construct an attached garage and sun-porch at 15 Jenks Street
• Petition 7022: Dimensional variance for side-yard setback at 15 Jenks Street
• Petition 7023: Request to replace fencing with a hedge and 10-foot gate at 210 Taunton Avenue

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review approved a special use permit and a dimensional variance for a property at 15 Jenks Street to allow for the construction of an attached garage and sun-porch. The board also voted to continue a petition regarding a zoning modification for 210 Taunton Avenue to the November 5, 2025 meeting. Minutes from the September 10, 2025 meeting were approved.

• Approved 10 September 2025 meeting minutes
• Granted special use permit for 15 Jenks Street (5-0)
• Granted dimensional variance for 15 Jenks Street (5-0)
• Tabled petition for 210 Taunton Avenue until 5 November 2025 (4-0)

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The East Providence Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss administrative reports and unfinished business regarding pay grades and teleconferencing. The board will also address new business including the 2026 meeting schedule and trustee project focus.

• Review of Trustee bylaws
• Director evaluation
• Discussion of unresolved pay grade issue
• Open Meetings Act teleconferencing discussion
• Establishment of 2026 schedule of meetings

The Board approved the September 2025 minutes and established a subcommittee to update trustee bylaws. Members agreed to change the meeting start time to 6:00 PM beginning in November 2025 and adjusted several 2026 meeting dates.

• Approved September 2025 minutes with one spelling correction
• Created bylaw update subcommittee consisting of P. Marcotte, K. Alves Amoroso, B. Ingraham, and M. Bonds-Harmon
• Changed meeting start time from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM effective November 2025
• Rescheduled January 2026 meeting to Monday 1/5/26
• Rescheduled April 2026 meeting to Wednesday 4/8/26
• Rescheduled June 2026 meeting to Wednesday 6/10/26

Budget Hearing

The East Providence City Council held a special budget session to discuss the proposed fiscal year 2025‑2026 budget. Topics included community development, public safety (police and fire departments), and the Providence School Department. The meeting was for discussion only; no budget decisions were made.

• Discussion of Community Development budget – Planning & Economic Development (Keith Byrnes)
• Discussion of Police Department budget (Michael Rapoza)
• Discussion of Fire Department budget (Michael Carey)
• Discussion of EP Providence School Department budget (Susan Forand)

The East Providence City Council met on September 30, 2025 to review the proposed fiscal year 2025‑2026 budget. Presentations covered a $89,000 personnel budget reduction in Community Development, police recruitment efforts, fire department updates, and the school department’s enrollment of 5,257 students with $878,000 health‑care, $3.1 million salary, and $350,000 federal funding changes. No motions, approvals, or denials were recorded, and the meeting adjourned without any formal actions.

Budget Hearing

The East Providence City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 budget, followed by a council workshop to discuss the budget. Topics include city government operations, finance, community development, public works, public safety, and enterprise fund services. The budget documents are available online and at the City Clerk’s office.

• Public hearing on the proposed FY 2025‑2026 budget (available online and at City Clerk’s office)
• Council workshop to discuss the proposed FY 2025‑2026 budget
• Review of City Operations budget items such as finance controls, tax collection, and human resources
• Discussion of Community Development and Services budget including planning, recreation, library, and senior center
• Examination of Public Works, Public Safety, and Enterprise Fund budget components

The council met on September 24, 2025 for a special budget session. Administration presented the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget and city officials discussed it. No motions or approvals regarding the budget were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m.

East Providence Historic District Commission

The East Providence Historic District Commission will meet to discuss a letter of support for a grant application. The body will also review correspondence sent to federal representatives regarding the Green Jacket Shoal.

• Letter of support for the Historical Society’s grant application to the State Cultural Facility program
• Correspondence to Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, Senator Jack Reed, and Representative Gabe Amo regarding Green Jacket Shoal protection

The East Providence Historic District Commission approved a letter of support for the East Providence Historical Society's grant application to the state cultural facility program. The commission also discussed correspondence regarding the protection of the Green Jacket Shoal and noted that the upcoming October 8, 2025 meeting will require rescheduling due to a lack of quorum.

• Approved August 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved letter of support for Historical Society grant application

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 June 16, 2025 meeting.

• Review of Police Officer and Lateral Police Officer lists
• Review of Heavy Equipment Operator – Highway promotional and certification lists
• Review of Welder Fabricator eligibility and certification lists
• Review of Building Custodian eligibility and certification lists
• Review of Utility Recorder and Inspector and Battalion Chief promotional lists

The Board unanimously approved and signed eligibility, promotional, and certification lists for several city positions. The meeting also included the approval of minutes from June 16, 2025.

• Approved Police Officer eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Heavy Equipment Operator - Highway promotional and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Welder Fabricator eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Building Custodian eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Lateral Police Officer eligibility and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Utility Recorder and Inspector promotional and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved Battalion Chief promotional and certification lists (unanimous)
• Approved June 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The East Providence Waterfront Development Special District Commission will meet to discuss new business and old business. The agenda includes a review of the Kettle Point Annual Assessment Report.

• Kettle Point Annual Assessment Report
• Approval of July 24, 2025 meeting minutes

The Commission approved the minutes from its July 24, 2025 meeting. Members also received the Kettle Point Annual Assessment Report and an administrative update from the Executive Director.

• Approved July 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Conservation Commission will meet to review questions from the group Keep Metacomet Green and discuss tree inventory training. The agenda also includes a report from the Tree Commission and an update on the Boyden Heights boardwalk. No new business items were listed under Old Business.

• Questions and issues raised by Keep Metacomet Green
• Tree inventory training discussion
• Boyden Heights boardwalk update
• Tree Commission Report

The commission received a request to support environmental concerns regarding a planned rotary at Veteran’s Memorial Parkway and Lyon Ave. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

• Received request from Keep Metacomet Green to write a letter regarding Veteran’s Memorial Parkway / Lyon Ave rotary
• Noted that Sabin Point underground infrastructure work has been permitted
• Identified need for CRMC and Building permits for Boyden Heights boardwalk repair
• Noted Legal department involvement in property encroachment behind Harriet Court in Seekonk

East Providence Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will consider the approval of the Annual Operating Budget and payments to the town of East Providence. The meeting includes votes on specific maintenance projects at Warren Avenue and Goldsmith Avenue. Members will also discuss the recent sale of 89-91 Lena Street.

• Approval of Annual Operating Budget
• Warren Avenue Boiler Upgrade: $29,000
• Goldsmith Avenue Federal Pacific Panels replacement: $90,100.00
• Resolution regarding the sale of 89-91 Lena Street
• Replacement of office carpeting at 99 Goldsmith Avenue

The Board of Commissioners approved the 2026 operating budget and authorized the removal of 89-91 Lena Street from the HUD Annual Contributions Contract following its sale. The Board also approved several maintenance expenditures, including boiler engineering services, electrical panel replacements, and office flooring upgrades. Additionally, the Board approved a $119,634.31 payment in lieu of taxes (PILOT) to the City of East Providence.

• Approved 2026 operating budget (7-0)
• Approved removal of 89-91 Lena Street from HUD ACC (7-0)
• Approved $119,634.31 PILOT payment to the City (7-0)
• Approved $29,000 for Warren Avenue boiler engineering services (7-0)
• Approved $90,100 for Goldsmith Manor electrical panel replacement (7-0)
• Approved $29,557.30 for City View office flooring (7-0)
• Rescheduled October 2025 meeting to October 14 (7-0)

Council Meeting

The City Council will vote on ordinances to set the Mayor's salary at $120,000 and increase Council member salaries to $9,000, effective January 1, 2027. The body will also receive the proposed FY 2025-2026 municipal budget and discuss park improvements.

• Appropriation of $115,824.50 for improvements at Vintner Avenue Park
• Proposed salary of $120,000 for the Mayor and $9,000 for Council members
• Purchase of eight new police vehicles and one new K-9
• Contract with JR & Sons Construction Inc. for basketball court improvements at Providence Avenue Park
• Tax abatements totaling $39,046.20 for 2025

The council voted 4‑1 to raise the annual salary of each council member to $9,000, with the council president receiving an additional $1,000, effective Jan. 1 2027. A separate ordinance raising the mayor’s salary to $120,000, also effective Jan. 1 2027, passed 4‑1. Councilman Lawson was appointed to the East Providence Conservation Commission for a three‑year term. The council unanimously approved an amendment to the Exxon Mobil settlement agreement and approved a $666.16 tax‑abatement payment.

• Approved council members' salary increase to $9,000 (+$1,000 for president) (4‑1)
• Approved mayor's salary increase to $120,000 (4‑1)
• Approved appointment of Councilman Lawson to Conservation Commission (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Exxon Mobil settlement agreement (unanimous)
• Approved tax‑abatement payment of $666.16 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution honoring Vila Franca do Campo (renaming Grove Avenue)
• Approved resolution honoring Avelino “Chappy” Rose (renaming Carlton Avenue)
• Approved resolution authorizing contract for basketball court improvements at Providence Avenue Park

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss and consider a recommendation for the FY26 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan to the City Council. The board will also review two land development project requests.

• Proposed Capital Improvement Plan & FY26 Budget recommendation
• Master plan extension request for Igus Industrial Building at 275 Ferris Avenue
• Release of improvement guarantee for Newport Center Land Development at 125 Newport Ave

The East Providence Planning Board approved a one-year master plan extension for the Igus Industrial Building and authorized the release of an improvement guarantee for the Newport Center development. Additionally, the Board recommended the proposed FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan and the FY 2026 Capital Improvement Budget to the Mayor and City Council.

• Approved August 12, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved one-year master plan extension for 275 Ferris Avenue (4-0)
• Approved release of improvement guarantee for 125 Newport Ave (4-0)
• Entered 9/5/25 planning memorandum into record (4-0)
• Recommended FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan to City Council (4-0)

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review will consider several petitions for dimensional and use variances. The board will also swear in Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel.

• Petition 7016: Side-yard setback variance for a stairwell and porch at 55 White Avenue
• Petition 7017 & 7018: Use and parking variances for a four-unit residence at 41-43 Oakley Avenue
• Petition 7019 & 7020: Special use permit and setback variances for third-floor living space at 234-236 Wilson Avenue

The Zoning Board of Review granted several petitions for residential property modifications, including a conversion to a four-unit residence and the expansion of living space into a third floor. All substantive motions passed with unanimous 4-0 votes.

• Approved dimensional variance for stairwell and second-floor porch at 55 White Avenue (4-0)
• Approved use variance to retain a four-unit residence at 41-43 Oakley Avenue (4-0)
• Approved dimensional variance for off-street parking at 41-43 Oakley Avenue (4-0)
• Approved special use permit to convert third floor to living space at 234-236 Wilson Avenue (4-0)
• Approved dimensional variance for intensification and front-yard setbacks at 234-236 Wilson Avenue (4-0)
• Approved July 16, 2025 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will meet to discuss and vote on a zoning ordinance amendment and approve various licenses and public works requests. The session includes an executive session on labor negotiations.

• Vote on zoning ordinance amendment (Chapter 19)
• Approve non-public hearing licenses (road race, alcohol, food truck)
• Approve residential handicap parking sign at 95 Ivy Street
• Executive session on tentative agreement with Council 94, AFSCME
• Public comment on backyard hen ordinance

The council voted to amend multiple sections of Chapter 19 Zoning to align with state legislation, passing the ordinance amendment with three ayes and no nays. The council also approved the bundling and approval of several non‑public hearing licenses, each passing 3‑0. The executive session minutes were sealed and the council reconvened in regular session, both motions passing unanimously.

• Approved zoning ordinance amendment (3‑0)
• Approved bundling of non‑public hearing licenses (3‑0)
• Approved non‑public hearing licenses (3‑0)
• Sealed executive session minutes (2‑0)
• Moved into executive session (3‑0)
• Re‑convened into regular session (3‑0)
• Approved council journals for Aug 19 2025 (3‑0)

East Providence Veterans Advisory Committee

The East Providence Veterans Advisory Committee will meet to discuss upcoming social events and a Veterans Appreciation Dinner. The committee is also scheduled to hold a discussion regarding 2026 legislative matters.

• Hometown Heroes Banners
• Veterans Appreciation Dinner
• 2026 Legislative discussion

East Providence Crescent Park Commission

The Crescent Park Advisory Commission will meet to discuss and potentially vote on several upcoming community events and fundraising efforts for 2025.

• 2025 Fundraising
• Food and Wine Pairing
• The Great Townie Pumpkin Festival with Trunk or Treat
• Movies in the Park: Haunted Mansion on October 10, 2025

The East Providence Crescent Park Advisory Commission approved purchasing up to 600 pumpkins for the Townie Pumpkin Festival using up to $1,200.00. The commission also approved the July 22, 2025 meeting minutes and discussed preparations for upcoming fundraising and community events.

• Approved July 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved purchasing up to 600 pumpkins up to $1,200.00 for the Townie Pumpkin Festival

East Providence Tree Commission

The East Providence Tree Commission will meet to review several presentations regarding tree health and planting strategies. The meeting includes reports from the Conservation Commission and the Planning Department.

• Presentation on Emerald Ash Borer by Elska Alario
• Presentation on Hydropolitics and Forestry by Phoenix Perkins
• Presentation on Tree Planting in Wetlands by Lacey Sheehan
• Setback Planting Analysis and Recommendations by Tree Interns

The commission heard a research presentation from tree intern Elska Alario regarding the Emerald Ash Borer's impact on the local urban forest. Several agenda items, including the approval of minutes and liaison reports, were tabled until October.

• Tabled approval of minutes
• Tabled Conservation Commission liaison report
• Tabled City Staff liaison report

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will discuss several ordinances, including the adoption of the 2025-2035 Comprehensive Plan and a funding allocation for police station improvements. The body will also review various business licenses and a proposed settlement regarding National Prescription Opiate Litigation in executive session.

• Appropriation of $275,000 for unanticipated police station renovation costs
• Adoption of the 2025-2035 East Providence Comprehensive Plan
• Ordinance to allocate 50% of speed and red-light camera revenue to the School Department capital revolving fund
• Tax abatements totaling $26,847.71
• Contract extension for refuse/recycling collection with MTG Disposal, LLC

The August 19, 2025 East Providence City Council meeting discussed several ordinances, license applications, and reports, but the minutes do not show any vote tallies or final approvals. Motions were made on a traffic‑only sign, allocation of camera‑revenue, fire‑scene solicitation rules, adoption of the 2025‑2035 Comprehensive Plan, and a $275,000 police‑station renovation, yet no outcomes are listed. License applications and various departmental updates were also reviewed without recorded decisions.

• No vote outcomes or approvals were recorded for any motions presented

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Conservation Commission meeting scheduled for August 19, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 16, 2025.

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The East Providence Personnel Hearing Board will meet to review promotional, eligibility, and certification lists for several city roles. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the June 16, 2025 meeting.

• Review of Fire Captain promotional and certification lists
• Review of Rescue Captain promotional and certification lists
• Review of Truck Driver – Highway promotional and certification lists
• Review of Bus Driver – Senior Center (Part Time) eligibility and certification lists
• Review of Parking Enforcement Attendant and Part Time Librarian eligibility and certification lists

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It contains no record of decisions, votes, or actions taken during the meeting.

East Providence Historic District Commission

The amended meeting agenda posted on August 12, 2025, is not valid because it was posted less than 24 hours before the meeting. The commission directs participants to refer to the agenda posted on August 8, 2025.

The Commission approved the June 11, 2025, meeting minutes. Members discussed ongoing efforts to protect the Veteran’s Memorial Parkway and Green Jacket Shoal, including plans to write letters to state and federal agencies regarding preservation and funding.

• Approved June 11, 2025, meeting minutes
• Authorized letter to DOT and Scenic Highways regarding Veteran’s Memorial Parkway
• Authorized letter to Senators Whitehouse and Reed for Green Jacket Shoal funding

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss and potentially vote on a request by Piccon Management LLC to subdivide a property into two parcels. The proposal includes a request for relief from minimum lot area and depth requirements.

• Petition No. 7015: Dimensional Variance for 24-26 Peach Orchard Dr (Map 513, Block 2, Parcel 4)
• Minor Subdivision Preliminary Plan to create two parcels for single-family dwellings at 24-26 Peach Orchard Dr

The East Providence Planning Board approved a minor subdivision for 24-26 Peach Orchard Drive, allowing the property to be split into two parcels for single-family homes. The board granted necessary dimensional variances for lot area and depth, and approved a waiver for sidewalk construction. The project received conditional approval subject to final plan requirements.

• Approved July 21, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved dimensional variances for 24-26 Peach Orchard Dr (4-0)
• Granted sidewalk construction waiver for subdivision (4-0)
• Granted conditional approval for minor subdivision (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:32 PM (unanimous)

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The East Providence Personnel Hearing Board will meet to review employment lists for several city positions. The board will examine promotional and certification lists for police and fire department roles.

• Review of Police Captain promotional and certification lists
• Review of EMS Coordinator promotional and certification lists
• Review of Fire Lieutenant promotional and certification lists

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It contains no record of decisions, votes, or actions taken during the meeting.

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The East Providence Waterfront Development Special District Commission will meet to discuss and vote on the adoption of the FY 26 budget. The commission will also vote on the approval of meeting minutes from April 24, 2025.

• FY 26 Budget Adoption

The Commission unanimously adopted the FY 26 Budget. The body also approved the meeting minutes from April 24, 2025.

• Approved April 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted FY 26 Budget (unanimous)

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider recommending zoning ordinance amendments to the City Council to align with several 2024 state laws. The board will also hold a preliminary discussion regarding a proposed citywide inclusionary zoning requirement.

• Proposed amendments to Chapter 19 Zoning to conform to state laws 2024-H7026A, 2024-H7324A, 2024-H7382A, 2024-H7948A, 2024-H7949Aaa, 2024-H7950, 2024-H7951A and 2024-H7980Aaa
• Discussion of inclusionary zoning requiring 20% affordable units and 20% physically accessible units for developments of 10 or more dwelling units
• Discussion of a density bonus of 1.5 market rate units per required affordable unit

The Planning Board unanimously recommended several amendments to the City of East Providence Zoning Ordinance to align with 2024 Rhode Island general laws. The board also held a preliminary discussion regarding a proposed citywide Inclusionary Zoning requirement.

• Approved May 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended proposed zoning ordinance amendments to comply with 2024 RI general laws (unanimous)
• Adopted Staff's findings of consistency with the Comprehensive Plan and General Purposes of Zoning (unanimous)

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review will consider three variance petitions. These include a request to convert a static billboard to LED and two requests for residential construction improvements that do not meet setback requirements.

• Petition 7012: Request to convert a static billboard to LED at 855–865 Waterman Avenue
• Petition 7013: Request for second-floor balcony and decking at 21 Seaview Avenue
• Petition 7014: Request for additions for an Accessory Family Dwelling Unit at 10 Roseland Court
• Swearing in of Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel

The Zoning Board of Review granted a use variance to convert a static billboard to LED and approved three dimensional variances for residential improvements. The residential approvals include second-floor decking and the creation of an accessory family dwelling unit.

• Approved use variance to convert static billboard to LED at 855-865 Waterman Avenue (5-0)
• Approved dimensional variance for second-floor balcony and decking at 21 Seaview Avenue (4-0)
• Approved dimensional variance for additions and an accessory family dwelling unit at 10 Roseland Court (5-0)
• Approved June 4, 2025 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will vote on an ordinance allocating $275,000 for unanticipated police station renovation expenses. It will also consider three resolutions: two awarding contracts for HVAC ($999,200) and electrical work ($938,130) at the East Providence Community Center, and one moving $7,716.90 from the Live Nation Recreation Fund to cover a Food and Wine Pairing event. Additional agenda items include motions to bundle and approve non‑public hearing licenses C1‑C11.

• Ordinance appropriating $275,000 for police station renovation costs
• Resolution awarding $999,200 contract for HVAC/mechanical work at the East Providence Community Center
• Resolution awarding $938,130 contract for electrical work at the East Providence Community Center
• Resolution to transfer $7,716.90 from the Live Nation Recreation Fund to the Carousel account for a Food and Wine Pairing event
• Motion to bundle and approve non‑public hearing licenses C1‑C11

The council voted 3-0 to approve the Class B liquor license transfer from Good Venture Holding Inc. to TRC Restaurant Corp. dba Midici Italian Kitchen. Council Vice President Rego recused himself from the vote. No other motions were adopted during the meeting.

• Approved Class B liquor license transfer to Midici Italian Kitchen (3-0)

East Providence Crescent Park Commission

The Crescent Park Advisory Commission will meet to review minutes from June 24, 2025. The body will hold open discussions and possible votes regarding 2025 fundraising efforts.

• 2025 Fundraising
• Summerfest 130-year Celebration
• Food and Wine Pairing

East Providence Conservation Commission

The commission will meet to adopt minutes from June 17, 2025, and receive updates from the Planning Department and Tree Commission. No new or old business items are listed on the agenda.

• Adoption of June 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Planning Department Update
• Tree Commission Report

East Providence Planning Board

The regular Planning Board meeting scheduled for July 14, 2025, has been cancelled.

East Providence Crescent Park Commission

The commission will discuss and potentially vote on repairs, operations supplies, and gift stand inventory. Members will also review updates and bid tabulations for a new building project and discuss various 2025 events and fundraising opportunities.

• Review of Bid Tabulation sheet for New Building Project
• Vote on repairs and operations/gift stand supplies
• Discussion of Summerfest 130-year Celebration
• Discussion of The Great Townie Pumpkin Festival with Trunk or Treat
• Review of 2025 sponsorship and fundraising opportunities

The Commission approved funds to replace a cookie oven and reorder gift stand merchandise. The Treasurer's report was accepted, and the board reviewed an updated building project proposal that remains over budget.

• Approved up to $1,000 to replace cookie oven
• Approved $600 for horse T-shirts and $960 for ornaments from Silva Printing
• Approved $2,160 for T-shirts, sweatshirts, and pens from Graphic Ink
• Accepted Treasurer's report
• Approved April 22, 2025 minutes

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will vote on an ordinance adopting the 2025‑2035 Comprehensive Plan. It will also consider several resolutions, including office‑space leases with East Bay Community Action Program and the James L. Maher Center, and a tax abatement of $18,478.44. Additional items include amendments to traffic stop‑and‑yield rules on Irving Avenue and to parking time limits on Bullocks Point Avenue.

• Ordinance adopting the 2025‑2035 East Providence Comprehensive Plan
• Resolution to lease office space at Sweetland House with East Bay Community Action Program
• Resolution to lease office space at the senior center with the James L. Maher Center
• Amendment to stop‑and‑yield intersections on Irving Avenue at Whatcheer Avenue
• Amendment to 15‑minute parking time limits on Bullocks Point Avenue

The council approved two insurance claims, paying $1,509.98 to Allstate and $2,466.47 to Michael Reyes. It adopted a lease agreement with the James L. Maher Center for a two‑year term with minor legal amendments. A motion to table a public hearing liquor license was carried 3‑1, with Council Vice President Rego abstaining. Other items were discussed but no final votes were recorded.

• Approved Allstate Insurance claim $1,509.98 (motion passed)
• Approved Michael Reyes claim $2,466.47 (motion passed)
• Approved lease with James L. Maher Center – 2‑year lease, amended (motion passed)
• Motion to table public hearing liquor license passed 3‑1 (Rego abstained)

East Providence Police and Fire Retirement System Pension Board

The East Providence Police and Fire Retirement System Pension Board will discuss fund performance with Wainwright Investment Council and EnTrust. The board will also review disability pension documentation and IRS compliance progress. An executive session is scheduled to discuss specific disability pension requests.

• Review of fund performance by Wainwright Investment Council and EnTrust
• Annual documentation requirements for disability pensions
• Updated forms for pension conversions due to cancer
• IRS compliance project progress with Ice Miller LLP
• Disability pension requests for N. Garcia, P. Taaffe, R. Santos II, J. Lowe, and R. Preite

The Board approved moving $4 million from cash to the IR+M Core Bond. Following an executive session, the Board approved disability conversion requests for Mr. Santos and Mr. Preite pending written acceptance. Several items regarding tax compliance and disability forms were tabled.

• Approved moving $4 million from cash to IR+M Core Bond
• Approved disability conversion requests for Mr. Santos and Mr. Preite (pending written acceptance)
• Denied determination on Mr. Lowe's disability request pending MMI status
• Tabled annual documentation for disability pensions
• Tabled procedure and form for pension conversions due to cancer
• Tabled progress of Ice Miller IRS compliance filings
• Tabled tax issue regarding Retiree MacDonald

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Conservation Commission will meet to discuss the Historical District Commission's control over Hunts Mills. The body will also review the status of several ongoing projects including trail access and boardwalk maintenance.

• Historical District Commission control over Hunts Mills
• Newman Avenue crossing
• Hunt’s Mills boardwalk weatherproofing
• Grassy Plains trail status
• Proposed parking area on West Avenue for Central Pond trail access

The commission approved the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made during the session, which focused on reports and project updates.

• Approved April 15, 2025 minutes with spelling correction

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 March 2025.

• Review of Member Services Representative (Senior Center, Part Time) lists
• Review of Community Development Coordinator lists
• Review of Automotive Mechanic lists
• Review of Traffic Control lists
• Review of Parking Enforcement Attendant lists

The Personnel Hearing Board approved eligibility and certification lists for five city job titles. The board also approved the minutes from the March 17 and March 31, 2025, meetings.

• Approved minutes from March 17 and March 31, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved eligibility and certification lists for Members Services Representative (unanimous)
• Approved eligibility and certification lists for Community Development Coordinator (unanimous)
• Approved eligibility and certification lists for Automotive Mechanic (unanimous)
• Approved eligibility and certification lists for Traffic Control (unanimous)
• Approved eligibility and certification lists for Parking Enforcement Attendant (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:51 PM (unanimous)

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

The East Providence Municipal Integrity Committee will meet to review the EPFD interview panel and the East Providence School Department. The body will also discuss annual harassment, sexual harassment, and discrimination training.

• EPFD Interview Panel
• East Providence School Department
• Annual Harassment, Sexual Harassment and Discrimination Training
• Cape Verdean Flag Raising on July 2, 2025
• 34th Annual Neighborhood Day Celebration on August 16, 2025

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The Zoning Board of Review will conduct a workshop meeting to swear in Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel. The board will discuss internal rules, procedures, and the zoning application instructional package.

• Swearing in of Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel
• Discussion on Motion Forms
• Discussion on the Zoning Application Instructional Package
• Discussion on Rules and Procedures
• Review of May 2025 Zoning Complaint List

The Zoning Board of Review held a workshop meeting to discuss administrative procedures and upcoming meeting dates. The board approved moving the July meeting to July 16, 2025, and the September meeting to September 10, 2025. Additionally, the board voted to cancel the August 6, 2025, meeting.

• Approved May 7, 2025, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Moved July 9, 2025, meeting to July 16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Cancelled August 6, 2025, meeting (unanimous)
• Moved September 3, 2025, meeting to September 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:45 p.m. (unanimous)

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The East Providence Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the FY26 library budget. The board will also discuss the closure plan for the Weaver Library redesign and security at the facility.

• FY26 Library budget
• Weaver Library redesign closure plan
• Security at Weaver Library
• Federal Immigration Authorities staff protocol
• July 11 Adriana Trigiani author event

The Board approved the May 2025 meeting minutes. Members discussed the Weaver Library redesign closure plan, which schedules the library to close August 27 and reopen September 8.

• Approved May 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the update of the City of East Providence Comprehensive Plan for 2025 to 2035. The body will also consider various one-day entertainment and alcohol licenses for local events and churches.

• Public hearing for the City of East Providence Comprehensive Plan 2025 to 2035
• Road race license for Ocean State Multi Sport at Pierce Field on June 8, 2025
• Alcohol licenses for Sacred Heart Church, St. Francis Xavier Church, and RI Day of Portugal
• Private Detective license application for Christopher D. Francesconi
• Discussion of April Capital and Finance Reports

The council discussed a bundle of special‑event entertainment licenses and listed items for a non‑public hearing. No vote totals or approval/denial outcomes were recorded in the minutes. The meeting otherwise covered updates on the Comprehensive Plan and routine public comments.

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will hold a work session to review proposed zoning amendments and discuss a new inclusionary zoning article. The session includes a presentation by Libra Planners regarding state law compliance and a mark-up of various zoning code provisions.

• Presentation by Libra Planners on zoning amendments
• Review of zoning code provisions (Articles II, III, IV, V, VII, IX)
• Discussion of new Inclusionary Zoning Article XII
• Work session on zoning code changes
• Review of Special Use Permits and Variance processes

The council met in a work session to hear presentations from Libra Planners and community stakeholders about proposed changes to the city zoning ordinance. Council members discussed and marked up numerous zoning code provisions to align with recent state law updates. No formal votes or approvals were recorded during the meeting.

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 March 2025.

• Review of Member Services Representative (Senior Center, Part Time) employment lists
• Review of Community Development Coordinator employment lists
• Review of Automotive Mechanic employment lists
• Review of Traffic Control employment lists

East Providence Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will receive updates on a town building purchase and housing possibilities. The board will review various agency reports and vote on the approval of auditor bids.

• Update from Mayor DaSilva on town building purchase
• Update from Louise Marcus on housing possibilities
• Paid Bill Report for March 2025: $445,164.16
• Paid Bill Report for April 2025: $162,042.06
• Board approval of bids on Auditor

The Board approved a three-year contract with Marcum/CBIZ to perform required HUD audits, with a possible two-year extension. The Board also accepted several administrative reports and paid bill records for March and April. Mayor DaSilva discussed potential town partnerships for affordable housing purchases, but no vote was taken.

• Approved Marcum/CBIZ for three-year HUD audit contract (4-0)
• Approved March paid bills of $445,164.16 and April paid bills of $162,042.06 (4-0)
• Approved March 18, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Accepted Executive Director Report (4-0)
• Accepted Public Housing Vacancy and Resident Coordinator Reports (4-0)
• Accepted Housing Choice Voucher Report (4-0)
• Accepted Family Self Sufficiency report (4-0)

Council Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss a settlement agreement regarding the Tax Assessor and review various business and entertainment licenses. The body will also consider tax abatements and new property addresses.

• Settlement agreement discussion: S-BNK East Providence Call LLC vs. Sarah Frew, Tax Assessor
• Tax abatements totaling $21,590.00 for the year 2024
• Public hearings for liquor license transfers for Lee’s Chinese Restaurant & Lounge and Taconeando
• One-day entertainment licenses for Summer Concert Series, East Providence Pride, and various feasts
• New property address requests for multiple locations on Waterfront Drive and East Point Drive

The council approved the full consent calendar, which included a $21.590.00 tax abatement. It also approved the bundling and approval of licenses 1‑19 and bundled licenses 20‑23. All executive‑session motions and the consent‑calendar vote passed unanimously or with no opposition.

• Motion to enter executive session (Rego) passed 4-0
• Motion to reconvene to open session (Fogarty) passed 4-0
• Motion to seal executive‑session minutes (Lawson) passed 4-0
• Motion to approve full consent calendar, including tax abatement, (Lawson) passed 4-0
• Motion to bundle licenses 1‑19 (Lawson) passed 4-0
• Motion to approve licenses 1‑19 (Lawson) passed 4-0
• Motion to bundle licenses 20‑23 (Lawson) passed 3-0 (Rego recused)

East Providence Economic Development

The Economic Development Commission will meet to continue discussions on 2025 economic initiatives and the Washington Bridge. The body will also receive a status update on storefront projects.

• Discussion on Economic Development Initiatives for 2025
• Discussion on Washington Bridge
• Status update on storefront projects

The Commission approved the minutes from the April 17, 2025 meeting. Other agenda items consisted of discussions and staff updates regarding local economic initiatives and infrastructure projects.

• Approved April 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

East Providence Historic District Commission

The East Providence Historic District Commission will meet to discuss several preservation projects. The agenda includes items related to Crescent Park and the placement of historic markers on city-owned buildings.

• Veteran’s Memorial Parkway letter drafted by Nancy Moore
• Green Jacket Shoal
• Edward Serowik’s Crescent Park museum collection
• Interpretive signage for Crescent Park
• Status of Newman Cemetery grave marker repair

The commission decided not to approve or send a drafted letter concerning Veteran’s Memorial Parkway. Members discussed the historical importance of Green Jacket Shoal and potential future locations for the Edward Serowik museum collection.

• Declined approval and sending of Veteran’s Memorial Parkway letter
• Approved minutes of March 12, 2025

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss and consider a preliminary plan for a major land development project. The proposal involves converting a former nursing home into a residential apartment building.

• Preliminary plan for 26 unit residential apartment building at 100 Wampanoag Trail (Application # 2024-07-LDP)

The Planning Board granted conditional approval for Touchdown Realty Group LLC to convert a former nursing home at 100 Wampanoag Trail into a 26-unit residential building. Approval is subject to 12 conditions, including obtaining a state permit and addressing City Engineer comments.

• Approved April 1, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved entry of 14 project documents into the record for 100 Wampanoag Trail (4-0)
• Granted conditional approval of preliminary plan for 26-unit residential conversion at 100 Wampanoag Trail (4-0)

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review will consider dimensional variance petitions for properties on Broadway and Irving Avenue. The board will also swear in Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel and discuss internal procedural forms.

• Petition No. 7009: Request for ADA ramp and various dimensional variances at 888 Broadway
• Petition No. 7005: Request to retain basement entrance and document setback deficiency at 56 Irving Avenue
• Request for six-month extension for 130 Lindy Avenue
• Swearing in of Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel

The Zoning Board of Review approved a dimensional variance for a basement entrance at 56 Irving Avenue. The Board also granted a conditional dimensional variance for an ADA-compliant ramp at 888 Broadway, pending approval from the City Council. Additionally, the Board approved a six-month extension for a property at 130 Lindy Avenue.

• Approved March 5 and April 2, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved six-month extension for 130 Lindy Avenue (4-0)
• Granted dimensional variance for 56 Irving Avenue (4-0)
• Granted conditional dimensional variance for 888 Broadway (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:07 p.m. (4-0)

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will discuss a settlement agreement and a resignation acknowledgment, consider a range of one‑day entertainment and mobile food licenses, hold a public hearing on the Comprehensive Plan update, and vote on several resolutions including the purchase of a tower ladder truck for the fire department.

• Discussion and possible vote on Settlement Agreement S‑BNK East Providence Call LLC vs. Sarah Frew (C.A. No. PC2024-00775 and PC2024-06491)
• Consent calendar item: acknowledgment of resignation of Steve Hardcastle from the Waterfront Commission (term ending 5/7/2025)
• Licenses: approval of multiple one‑day entertainment licenses for Crescent Park Carousel events at 684‑700 Bullocks Point, plus mobile food and pest‑control solicitations
• Public hearing on the update of the City of East Providence Comprehensive Plan 2025‑2035
• Resolution authorizing the Mayor to purchase a Tower Ladder Truck from Greenwood Emergency Vehicles, LLC for the Fire Department

The council voted to table the consideration of the City of East Providence Comprehensive Plan 2025‑2035 update until the June 3, 2025 meeting. Council members affirmed support for a modest funding commitment (≤$5,000) for the Weaver Beach Tree treatment. The council also moved to table a settlement agreement with S‑BNK East Providence Call LLC and Sarah Frew until May 20, 2025 and acknowledged the resignation of Steve Hardcastle from the Waterfront Commission.

• Comprehensive Plan update tabled until June 3, 2025 (motion to table)
• Council affirmed support for ≤$5,000 funding for Weaver Beach Tree treatment (affirmative)
• Settlement Agreement (S‑BNK East Providence Call LLC vs. Sarah Frew) motion to table until May 20, 2025 (outcome not recorded)
• Acknowledged resignation of Steve Hardcastle from Waterfront Commission (no vote recorded)
• Motion to bundle licenses (outcome not recorded)
• Motion to approve licenses (outcome not recorded)
• Resolution in support of 2025‑H‑5746 and 2025‑S‑0113 (outcome not recorded)
• Resolution to table Solid Waste and Recycling Services Agreement until May 20, 2025 (outcome not recorded)

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 March 17 and March 31, 2025.

• Review of Assistant Superintendent of Highway (Amended) lists
• Review of Teen Services Librarian lists
• Review of Police Detective Corporal lists
• Review of Lateral Police Officer lists
• Review of Parks Laborer and Traffic Control lists

The board met to review eligibility and certification lists for several city positions. The provided document is an agenda and does not record the final outcomes or votes of the meeting.

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The Waterfront Commission will hold public hearings regarding modifications to two previously approved developments. The body will also consider appointments for the Design Review Committee.

• Public hearing for Noble Development LLC to convert two 2-unit buildings into four 1-unit buildings at East Point Drive
• Public hearing for Metacomet Property LLC regarding monument signage variances at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway
• Appointment of Design Review Committee Members

The Waterfront Commission approved a request from Noble Development LLC to modify the configuration of four condominium units at East Point. Additionally, the Commission approved a request from Metacomet Property LLC for monument signage variances at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway following a public hearing.

• Approved January 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved East Point unit configuration change (unanimous)
• Approved Metacomet Property LLC signage variances (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The Waterfront Commission will hold public hearings regarding two development modifications. The body will consider a request to change building layouts at East Point and provide an advisory opinion on signage for a property on Veterans Memorial Parkway.

• Public hearing for Noble Development LLC to convert two 2-unit buildings into four 1-unit buildings at East Point Drive (Map 203, Block 1, Parcel 7)
• Public hearing for advisory opinion on monument signage variances for Metacomet Property LLC at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway

The Hearing Panel and Design Review Committee voted to recommend approval for a condominium configuration change at East Point and signage variances for Metacomet Property LLC. Both recommendations are forwarded to the Waterfront Commission.

• Approved December 19, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Noble Development LLC's request to convert two 2-unit buildings into four 1-unit buildings at East Point (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Metacomet Property LLC's monument signage variances at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway (unanimous)

East Providence Police and Fire Retirement System Pension Board

The Board of Trustees will review the 2024 experience study conducted by Nyhart representatives. The board will discuss and potentially vote on recommended assumptions for the 11/1/2024 funding valuation and 10/31/2024 GASB report, including their impact on plan liabilities and contributions.

• Review and potential vote on Nyhart experience study recommendations

The Board reviewed a 2024 experience study from Nyhart that recommended lowering the discount rate to 7% or 6.75% to align with other state pensions. Trustees discussed the fund's critical status and the potential need for benefit reductions or increased contributions to ensure sustainability.

• Accepted the 2024 experience study handout (5-0)

East Providence Crescent Park Commission

The Crescent Park Advisory Commission will discuss and potentially vote on operations and gift stand supplies. The body will also review updates and bid tabulations for a new building project and discuss various 2025 fundraising events.

• Review of Bid Tabulation sheet for New Building Project
• Discussion of 2025 fundraising including Summerfest and Movies in the Park
• Possible vote on operations and gift stand supplies
• Discussion of food trucks, carts, and vendors
• Discussion of Narragansett Terrace Association Fundraiser

The Commission approved the minutes from February and March 2025 and accepted the treasurer's report. Members received a project update regarding the new building and the Rhode Island Historic Preservation and Heritage Commission easement review.

• Approved February and March 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:31 pm (unanimous)

East Providence Tree Commission

The East Providence Tree Commission will meet to review city ordinances affecting the urban forest with a guest speaker. The body will also discuss tree planting projects at Newman Cemetery, Hennessey Elementary School, and Weaver Library.

• Analysis of city ordinances affecting the urban forest
• Newman Cemetery tree planting project
• Arbor Day event at Hennessey Elementary School on April 22, 2025
• Weaver Library beech tree event on May 5, 2025
• Update on USDA Urban and Community Forestry Grant

The commission reviewed a report on urban forest ordinances and discussed the need for a management plan. Funding was confirmed for tree planting at Newman Cemetery, and several upcoming community planting events were scheduled.

• Approved March 31, 2025 minutes (Unanimous)
• Confirmed Green Infrastructure Center funding for Newman Cemetery tree planting
• Scheduled site visit for Newman Cemetery project in May

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Conservation Commission will discuss the removal of an illegal dock and stairs at 13 Harriet Court. The body will also review a base plan map for a proposed 5-6 vehicle parking area on West Avenue.

• Removal of illegal dock and stairs at 13 Harriet Court (Parcel: 602-01-002-000)
• Base plan map for 5-6 vehicle parking area on West Avenue (Parcel: 265/021.0-0000-0003.0)

The commission approved a letter of support to seek assistance from the URI Landscape Architecture program regarding a 9.6-acre land donation from the former Metacomet Country Club. The board also approved the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes
• Approved letter of support for URI Landscape Architecture program assistance regarding 9.6-acre Metacomet Country Club land donation

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will discuss and potentially vote on a contract for supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system upgrades. The body will also review numerous one-day entertainment, liquor, and food truck licenses for upcoming events. Additionally, the council will consider resolutions regarding pupil passenger limits and state highway sidewalk maintenance.

• Resolution to contract Woodard & Curran for SCADA system upgrades
• Resolution supporting Senate bill S-57 and House bill H-5393 regarding state highway sidewalk maintenance
• Resolution requesting General Assembly enact 2025-H 5420 and 2025-S 0636 to increase pupil passenger limits from 8 to 10
• One-day liquor licenses for St. Mary Academy-Bayview and Sons of Liberty Spirit
• Multiple one-day block party and entertainment licenses for Bullocks Point, Taunton Avenue, and Pavilion Avenue

The council voted not to approve the special‑event one‑day liquor license (item 14) for Sons of Liberty Spirit at 201 Mercer Street, scheduled for May 18 2025. No other license approvals or denials were recorded. The meeting also announced the appointment of Police Deputy Chief Michael Rapoza and Acting Deputy Chief Andy Benoit.

• Denied one‑day liquor license for Sons of Liberty Spirit (item 14)
• Announced appointment of East Providence Police Deputy Chief Michael Rapoza
• Announced appointment of East Providence Police Acting Deputy Chief Andy Benoit

East Providence Planning Board

The regular scheduled Planning Board meeting for April 14, 2025 has been cancelled.

East Providence Mayor's Council on Indigenous Affairs

The Mayor's Advisory Council on Indigenous Affairs is meeting to plan the Strawberry Moon Festival scheduled for June 29, 2025, at Central Ave Park. Members will discuss logistics such as grants, donations, food, and tent availability. The council will also vote on previous meeting minutes and address membership forms.

• Planning for Strawberry Moon Festival on June 29, 2025, at Central Ave Park
• Discussion on grant opportunities and raffle donations for the festival
• Inventory check for EZ Up tents and assignment of food and table responsibilities
• Vote on March meeting minutes
• Completion of membership forms by Edwina, Jake, and Karen

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review will meet to consider a dimensional variance for a residence at 56 Irving Avenue. The board will also swear in the Zoning Officer and discuss internal rules and procedures.

• Dimensional variance request for 56 Irving Avenue regarding basement entrance and front-yard setback
• Swearing in of Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel
• Six-month extension request for 130 Lindy Avenue
• Discussion on Zoning Application Instructional Package and Motion Forms

The meeting scheduled for April 2, 2025, was not held because a quorum of members was not present. No substantive decisions were made.

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The East Providence Library Board of Trustees will meet to conduct board elections and establish a budget subcommittee. The board will also review reports on finances, facilities, and the work of a PR consultant.

• Election of board officers
• Appointment of budget subcommittee
• Review of maintenance budget line
• Discussion of meal break closure feedback at Fuller Creative Learning Center
• Outcome of March 14 meeting with Attorney Bliss

The Board of Trustees re-elected its officers and approved the March 2025 meeting minutes. The appointment of a budget subcommittee was tabled until the May meeting.

• Approved March 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Re-elected Peg Marcotte as Chair
• Re-elected Paulo Silva as Vice Chair
• Re-elected Betsy Ingraham as Secretary
• Tabled appointment of budget subcommittee

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to consider recommendations for the City Council regarding the adoption of the new 2025 East Providence Comprehensive Plan. This plan would replace the 2010 version and covers areas including housing, transportation, and land use.

• Public hearing on the 2025 East Providence Comprehensive Plan
• Review of Future Land Use Map updates for Silver Spring Golf Course at 3303 Pawtucket Ave

The Planning Board voted to recommend that the City Council adopt the updated 2025 East Providence Comprehensive Plan. The plan replaces the 2010 version and includes updates to the implementation schedule and the future land use map.

• Approved January 13, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended 2025 Comprehensive Plan for City Council adoption (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:36 PM (4-0)

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will meet to approve police vehicle purchases, consider a parking ordinance amendment, and discuss various community projects and public hearings.

• Police vehicle purchase authorization
• Parking ordinance amendment on Washington Avenue
• Tax abatement totaling $38,533.64
• New convenience store license at 665-669 N. Broadway
• New restaurant license at 376 Bullocks Point Ave

The council voted to authorize the mayor to purchase two police vehicles using funds from the Federal Asset Forfeiture Fund. It approved tax abatements of $217.00 for 2021 and $56.64 for 2022, while the 2024 abatement failed to pass. Three city claims totaling $2,436.59 were approved unanimously. A motion to bundle licenses also passed.

• Approved $217.00 tax abatement (2021) – vote 4-0
• Approved $56.64 tax abatement (2022) – vote 4-0
• Tax abatement for 2024 denied – vote 2-2
• Approved claim for Jorge Kenny Porras $115.99 – vote 4-0
• Approved claim for Stacy Simmons $1,346.00 – vote 4-0
• Approved claim for Patricia Anthony $984.60 – vote 4-0
• Approved resolution to purchase two police vehicles – vote 2-0
• Approved motion to bundle licenses – vote 2-0

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The Personnel Hearing Board will hold a special meeting to review certification and eligibility lists for two city positions. The board will also address the approval of minutes and other new business.

• Review of Payroll Coordinator certification and eligibility lists
• Review of Assistant Superintendent of Highway certification and eligibility lists

The Board reviewed and signed eligibility and certification lists for the Payroll Coordinator and Assistant Superintendent of Highway positions. No other business was discussed.

• Approved Payroll Coordinator eligibility list (unanimous)
• Approved Payroll Coordinator certification list (unanimous)
• Approved Assistant Superintendent of Highway eligibility list (unanimous)
• Approved Assistant Superintendent of Highway certification list (unanimous)

East Providence Veterans Advisory Committee

The East Providence Veterans Advisory Committee will meet to discuss a benefits event and HomeTown Heroes banners. The committee also plans to discuss legislation for veterans.

• Benefits Event
• HomeTown Heroes Banners
• Legislative discussion for Veterans

East Providence Economic Development

The commission will continue discussions regarding economic development initiatives for 2025. The meeting also includes a staff report on the All Seasons Café and a community meeting announcement.

• Discussion on Economic Development Initiatives for 2025
• Update on All Seasons Café
• Community Meeting on Bike and Pedestrian Master Plan scheduled for March 26

The Commission voted to have planning staff and the City Solicitor draft a modified loan agreement to collect the remaining balance of a micro-loan from All Seasons Café. Members also discussed 2025 economic development initiatives and the local economic impact of the Washington Bridge.

• Approved January 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Directed staff and City Solicitor to draft modified loan agreement for All Seasons Café (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will consider a resolution to award a structural steel contract for the East Providence Community Center. The resolution is sponsored by Council President Bob Rodericks. Council members will vote on the resolution during the open session following the executive session.

• Resolution authorizing award of structural steel contract for the East Providence Community Center (sponsored by Council President Rodericks)

The council discussed a resolution to award a structural steel contract for the East Providence Community Center, sponsored by Council President Bob Rodericks. The minutes show a motion, a second, and members' votes, but they do not state the final vote tally or whether the resolution was approved. No other substantive actions were recorded in this meeting.

• Resolution to award structural steel contract for East Providence Community Center – outcome not recorded

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Conservation Commission will meet to review updates from the Planning Department and Tree Commission. The body will discuss the removal of an illegal dock and stairs at 13 Harriet Court and the development of a parking area map for West Avenue.

• Removal of illegal dock and stairs at 13 Harriet Court (Parcel: 602-01-002-00)
• Base plan map for a 5-6 vehicle parking area on West Avenue (Parcel: 265/021.0-0000-0003.0)

The Commission met to review administrative items and project updates. Members discussed progress on encroachment removal at 13 Harriet Court and upcoming trail maintenance and community events.

• Approved February 25, 2025 meeting minutes

Council Meeting

The City Council will consider a parking prohibition on the east side of Washington Avenue. The body will also review several business licenses and resolutions regarding city infrastructure and police equipment.

• Ordinance to prohibit parking on Washington Avenue (east side) from 260 feet north of Bullocks Point Ave northerly 30 feet
• Resolution to purchase 45 portable radios for the police department
• Resolution to contract with CDM Smith for phase I of a sanitary sewer evaluation study
• Resolution to grant an easement to Narragansett Electric Company for gas service at Martin Middle School
• Licenses for The Message Fairy, Keystone Novelties Distributors LLC, UOI Kettle Point LLC, East Providence Arts Council, and East Providence Library Foundation

The City Council approved the purchase of 45 portable police radios using asset forfeiture funds and a $1,092 claim. Several business licenses were approved, and Jerome Roystino Spinola was re-appointed to the Canvassing Authority.

• Approved $1,092.00 claim
• Approved bundle of business licenses including The Message Fairy and Keystone Novelties Distributors, LLC
• Approved re-appointment of Jerome Roystino Spinola to Canvassing Authority (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 45 portable radios for police department
• Tabled parking prohibition ordinance for Washington Avenue until 4/1/2025
• Tabled resolution regarding school traffic camera adjustments until further notice (4-0)

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 December 16, 2024.

• Review of Police Officer Lateral eligibility and certification lists
• Review of Police Officer Entry Level eligibility and certification lists
• Re-certification list for Fire Captain
• Re-certification list for Building Custodian

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The Waterfront Commission Hearing Panel and Design Review Committee will hold public hearings on two development modifications. The body will consider changes to building configurations at East Point and signage variances on Veterans Memorial Parkway.

• Public hearing for Noble Development LLC to convert two 2-unit condominium buildings into four 1-unit buildings at East Point Drive
• Public hearing for Metacomet Property LLC regarding monument signage variances at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway

The scheduled meeting for the East Providence Waterfront Development Special District Commission on March 13, 2025, was cancelled. No actions were taken.

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The Waterfront Development Special District Commission will hold public hearings regarding modifications to two previously approved projects. The body will also consider appointments for the Design Review Committee.

• Public hearing for Noble Development LLC to convert two 2-unit condo buildings into four 1-unit buildings at East Point Drive
• Public hearing for Metacomet Property LLC regarding monument signage variances at 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway
• Appointment of Design Review Committee Members

The Waterfront Commission meeting scheduled for March 13, 2025, was cancelled. No substantive business or decisions were conducted.

• Meeting cancelled

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

The East Providence Municipal Integrity Committee will meet to discuss entry-level interview panels and community advisory boards for the EPPD. The body will also discuss DEI and policing at the high school and the Citizen’s Police Academy.

• EPPD entry level interview panel
• Affirmative Action Visibility / Community Advisory Board
• DEI and Policing discussion at East Providence High School
• EPPD Citizen’s Police Academy discussion
• Re-appointments to the Affirmative Action Committee

Council Meeting

The council will consider an amendment to the city’s traffic ordinance that designates Ivy Street as a Resident Parking Only zone with specific time restrictions. They will also vote on several resolutions authorizing extensions and new contracts for red‑light enforcement, roadway improvements, storm‑water analysis, and water‑facility rehabilitation. Additional items include a contract for animal‑control facility upgrades and routine license approvals.

• Ordinance amendment adding Resident Parking Only on Ivy Street (Sec. 18-317)
• Resolution extending red‑light enforcement and school zone speed enforcement services
• Resolution extending contract with Pawtucket Hot Mix Asphalt, Inc. for roadway improvements
• Resolution contracting Fuss & O'Neill for citywide stormwater hydraulic analysis
• Resolution contracting Arcadis U.S., Inc. for assessment and rehabilitation of final clarifiers at the water pollution control facility

The City Council approved an ordinance designating Ivy Street as resident-only parking during specific hours. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts and a library board reappointment.

• Approved resident-only parking on Ivy Street from Waterman Ave to Blanding St (4-0)
• Approved reappointment of Chris LaRoux to the Public Library Trustees Board
• Approved bundled business licenses, including a road race and fast food renewal (4-0)
• Approved extension for red light and school zone speed enforcement services
• Approved contract extension with Pawtucket Hot Mix Asphalt, Inc. for roadway improvements
• Approved contract with Fuss & O'Neill for citywide stormwater hydraulic analysis
• Approved contract with Arcadis U.S., Inc. for water pollution control facility rehabilitation
• Approved flooring and furnishings for the animal control facility

East Providence Police and Fire Retirement System Pension Board

The Police and Fire Retirement Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to discuss disability pension requests in executive session. The board will also review the 4th Quarter 2024 Performance Report and discuss IRS compliance for the Ice Miller LLP project.

• Disability pension requests for N. Garcia, A. Handfield, P. Taaffe, R. Santos II, and J. Lowe
• Review of 4th Quarter 2024 Performance Report and Investment Policy Statement update
• Discussion on IRS compliance submission and forms for the Ice Miller LLP project
• Approval of COLA listings for December 2024, January, and February 2025
• Establishment of duties for processing pension and conversion requests

The Board approved changing investment managers and updating dividend reinvestment for Lion Industrial Trust. It also closed a disability pension file for a former officer and approved a routine consent calendar. Discussions were held regarding IRS compliance and updating disability forms.

• Terminated Westwood in full and reinvested funds into Rhumbline Index Fund (5-0)
• Approved stopping redemptions and starting dividend reinvestment for Lion (5-0)
• Accepted 4th quarter 2024 performance report (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including various invoices and reports (5-0)
• Voted in executive session to close the file of former officer P. Taaffe (unanimous)

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Conservation Commission will meet to discuss new business regarding Boyden Heights and Hunt’s Mills. The body will also review ongoing issues regarding property encroachment and parking area planning.

• Boyden Heights spring cleanup
• Hunt’s Mills trail
• Removal of illegal dock and stairs at 13 Harriet Court, Seekonk (Parcel: 602-01-002-00)
• Base plan map for proposed 5-6 vehicle parking area on West Avenue, Seekonk (Parcel: 265/021.0-0000-0003.0)

The East Providence Conservation Commission approved the January 21, 2025 meeting minutes with a correction and discussed upcoming trail maintenance, tree preservation efforts, and property encroachment issues. No other formal votes or final decisions were recorded.

• Approved January 21, 2025 minutes with correction

East Providence Crescent Park Commission

The commission will discuss and potentially vote on operations supplies and several ongoing park projects. The meeting includes updates on the New Building Project and the Carousels and Carvings assessment. Members will also review plans for 2025 fundraising and community events.

• Review of Bid Tabulation sheet for the New Building Project
• Assessment and repair of Carousels and Carvings 5 row
• Update on Stabilization Phase II project
• Discussion of operations and gift stand supplies
• Planning for Summerfest and The Great Townie Pumpkin Festival

East Providence Historic District Commission

The East Providence Historic District Commission will meet to review correspondence with RIDOT and the status of grave marker repairs at Newman Cemetery. No new business is scheduled for this meeting.

• Correspondence with Mr. Gagnon, RIDOT permitting
• Correspondence with Ms. Votta, RIDOT
• Status of Newman Cemetery grave marker repair

The East Providence Historic District Commission reviewed correspondence, approved previous meeting minutes, and discussed ongoing projects including Newman Cemetery grave marker repairs and a potential CLG grant application. No formal votes or new business items were decided at the meeting.

• Approved minutes of January 8, 2025

East Providence Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will hear a presentation on repositioning and redevelopment with a possible vote on changing to Section 18. The board will also review agency reports and vote on truck bids.

• Possible vote on changing to Section 18 for repositioning/redevelopment
• Vote on truck bids
• Review of January paid bill report totaling $370,594.72
• Approval of January 14, 2025 minutes

The Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of a truck for Harborview Manor and accepted the January paid bills report totaling $370,594.72. Commissioners also received reports regarding public housing vacancies, housing choice vouchers, and family self-sufficiency programs. Additionally, the board held a discussion regarding potential affordable housing developments.

• Approved January 2025 meeting minutes
• Accepted Executive Director report
• Accepted Public Housing Vacancy report
• Accepted Resident Coordinator report
• Accepted Housing Choice Voucher report
• Accepted Family Self Sufficiency report
• Approved $370,594.72 in paid bills
• Approved $61,232.40 truck purchase for Harborview Manor

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The East Providence Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial and facility reports. The board is scheduled to vote on hours for the Fuller location and discuss the authority of the Library Board.

• Vote on Fuller hours
• Discussion on Authority of the Library Board
• Review of 2025 Library Holiday Closing Schedule
• Review of materials budget line

The East Providence Public Library Board of Trustees approved a change to the operating hours for Fuller Library, which includes a daily lunch closure on Mondays and Wednesdays. The board also unanimously approved the 2025 library holiday closing schedule.

• Approved January 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved new operating hours for Fuller Library (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 library holiday closing schedule (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The City Council will consider ordinances to establish municipal parking lot regulations and a $60.00 fine for violations. The body is also discussing several business licenses, a new rescue vehicle for the Fire Department, and resident-only parking on Ivy Street.

• Proposed $60.00 fine for municipal parking lot regulation violations
• Resolution to purchase a new rescue vehicle for the Fire Department
• Proposed resident-only parking on Ivy Street from Waterman Avenue to Blanding Street
• Total abatement of $4,931.77 for previous years and 2024
• Resolution to extend agreements for red light and school zone speed enforcement

The City Council approved several business licenses, sewer charge abatements, and the purchase of a new rescue vehicle for the Fire Department. A new resident-only parking ordinance for Ivy Street was passed, while two municipal parking lot ordinances were tabled. The council also established the City Council Beautification Advisory Commission.

• Approved purchase of new rescue vehicle for Fire Department
• Approved resident-only parking on Ivy Street from Waterman Ave to Blanding St (4-0)
• Approved establishment of City Council Beautification Advisory Commission
• Approved naming of 'Big Al' Alfred D. Santie recreational park
• Approved re-appointment of Elizabeth Ingraham to Public Library Trustees (4-0)
• Approved sewer abatements for Lana Ferreira, Kathy Ann Gallant, and Marcus Lopes
• Denied claim by Octavia Cunha
• Tabled municipal parking lot regulations and traffic fine ordinances until 2/18/25

East Providence Personnel Hearing Board

The Personnel Hearing Board will review promotional, eligibility, and certification lists for several city positions. The board will also address the extension of the Fire Lieutenant Certification List.

• Review of Fire Lieutenant Promotional and Certification lists
• Review of Police Sergeant Promotional and Certification lists
• Review of Assistant Parks Superintendent lists
• Review of Part-Time Pound Keeper eligibility and certification
• Review of Emergency Communication Dispatcher lists

The Personnel Hearing Board met on January 27, 2025. The board reviewed and signed employment lists as part of new business.

• Signed employment lists

CANCELLED - Jan. 21, 2025 - Council Meeting

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers was cancelled. Because the meeting was cancelled, no agenda items were discussed or decided.

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Conservation Commission will vote on nominations for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The body will also discuss the Grassy Plain Trail and two properties in Seekonk.

• Vote on nominations for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary per City Ordinance § 2-98(a)
• Discussion of Grassy Plain Trail
• Follow-up on removal of illegal dock and stairs at 13 Harriet Court, Seekonk (Parcel: 602-01-002-00)
• Base plan map for proposed 5-6 vehicle parking area on West Avenue, Seekonk (Parcel: 265/021.0-0000-0003.0)

The East Providence Conservation Commission elected Wayne Barnes as Chair, Ernie Germani as Vice Chair, and John Carney as Secretary. Members reported that the Highway Department cut a new one-mile trail at Grassy Plain, which requires spring cleanup. A site visit to check on illegal dock removal at 13 Harriet Court was postponed due to snow and ice.

• Elected Wayne Barnes as Chair
• Elected Ernie Germani as Vice Chair
• Elected John Carney as Secretary
• Approved December 17, 2024 minutes with corrections
• Postponed site visit to 13 Harriet Court due to weather

East Providence Waterfront Development - Special District Commission

The East Providence Waterfront Development Special District Commission will meet to review previous minutes and establish its 2025 meeting schedule. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Approval of December 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Establishment of the 2025 Meeting Calendar

The Commission approved the meeting minutes from December 19, 2024, and adopted the 2025 meeting calendar. Executive Director Raymond Lavey provided an update on administrative activity.

• Approved December 19, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 meeting calendar (unanimous)

East Providence Economic Development

The provided document is a 2025 meeting schedule for the Economic Development Commission. It lists monthly meeting dates and notes that special meetings may be called for loan applications or tax stabilization advisory opinions.

East Providence Tree Commission

The provided document is a list of meeting dates for the East Providence Tree Commission in 2025. No specific agenda items or discussion topics are listed.

East Providence Tree Commission

The Tree Commission will meet to receive updates on the East Providence Urban Forest calendar and the Green Infrastructure Center. The body will also review updates regarding a USDA Urban and Community Forestry Grant.

• Introduction of Senior Planner Molly Ahern
• East Providence Urban Forest calendar and update
• Green Infrastructure Center future support and tree projects
• USDA Urban and Community Forestry Grant updates

The East Providence Tree Commission held a regular meeting on January 15, 2025, where members approved the minutes from the October 16, 2024 meeting unanimously. The commission also welcomed new Planning Department senior planner Molly Ahern and new commission member Elizabeth Kinder, and discussed tree planting projects, grants, and urban forest planning.

• Approved minutes of October 16, 2024 (unanimous)

East Providence Canvassing Authority

The provided document is a notice stating that the East Providence Canvassing Authority will not submit an annual schedule of meetings for 2025. Meetings will be scheduled, announced, and posted as needed.

East Providence Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a final plan submission for a major land development project. The board will also discuss compliance with the Open Meetings Act regarding meeting minutes.

• Final Plan for 144 affordable housing units, community space, and offices at 330, 350, and 354 Taunton Avenue (Application #2023-06-LDP)
• Discussion of Open Meetings Act compliance for preparation and filing of minutes

The East Providence Planning Board unanimously approved the final plan to convert 330, 350, and 354 Taunton Avenue into 144 affordable housing units with community space and offices. The Board also approved the minutes from the December 9, 2024 meeting and discussed Open Meetings Act compliance.

• Approved December 9, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Entered project documents into the record for the Taunton Avenue development (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plan for 144 affordable housing units at 330, 350, and 354 Taunton Avenue (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

East Providence Zoning Board of Review

The East Providence Zoning Board of Review will meet to discuss a request for dimensional variances for a single-family residence. The board will also swear in the Zoning Officer and discuss internal procedural rules.

• Dimensional variance request for 1099 Bullocks Point Avenue (Petition No. 7001)
• Swearing in of Zoning Officer Edward Pimentel
• Discussion on Motion Forms
• Discussion on Zoning Application Instructional Package
• Discussion on Rules and Procedures

The Zoning Board of Review denied a petition to redevelop a single-family residence at 1099 Bullocks Point Avenue. The request sought dimensional variances for building coverage, setbacks, and the creation of third-floor living space.

• Denied dimensional variance for 1099 Bullocks Point Avenue (3-2)
• Approved November 6, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved December 4, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

East Providence Conservation Commission

The East Providence Historic District Commission will meet to discuss a modification to a Section 106 review. The body will also review the status of repairs for grave markers at Newman Cemetery.

• Section 106 review modification for complete demolition of bridge substructures including piers
• Status update on Newman Cemetery grave marker repairs

East Providence Library Board of Trustees

The East Providence Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial, personnel, and facility reports. The board will discuss expired trustee positions and hours for the Fuller branch.

• Discussion of Fuller hours
• Review of expired Library Trustee positions
• Community Center update from the Assistant Director
• Financial, personnel, and facilities reports from the Director

The Library Board of Trustees approved the minutes from their December 2024 meeting. Trustees also edited a letter addressed to Mayor DaSilva and discussed potential changes to meal break hours at the Fuller library branch.

• Approved December 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted new Foundation logo
• Edited letter to Mayor DaSilva

Council Meeting

The East Providence City Council will vote on a $552,100 capital improvement fund for elementary school safety upgrades and several traffic-related ordinances, including parking restrictions and fines. The body will also consider resolutions for police mutual aid and public works equipment.

• Ordinance appropriating $552,100 for school safety improvements
• Ordinance adding parking restrictions on School St. and Ivy St.
• Ordinance establishing municipal parking lot regulations and $60 fines
• Resolution authorizing police mutual aid with Barrington, Bristol, and Warren
• Resolution requesting traffic control devices on Waterman Avenue

East Providence Housing Authority

The provided document is a 2025 board meeting schedule for the East Providence Housing Authority. It lists meeting dates and times for the calendar year.