Name: Zoning Board Meeting — Johnston, Rhode Island
Start: 2026-07-30
Location: Johnston, Rhode Island

Thu Jul 30, 2026

Zoning Board Meeting

Zoning Board to consider dimensional variance for two-family home on Killingly St

The Johnston Zoning Board of Review will meet to discuss two requests for dimensional relief. These decisions determine whether property owners can deviate from standard zoning requirements to build or modify structures.

Ronald Papa: Dimensional Variance for a two-family dwelling at 0 Killingly St Plat 16, Lot 630
Mark D’Elia: Dimensional Relief from property boundaries at 15 Belknap Farm Dr Plat 48 Lot 557

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ï»¿ CHAIRPERSON Thomas Lopardo Zoning Board Members Anthony Pilozzi Joseph Anzelone Charles Ainabe Richard Fascia Mayor Honorable Joseph M. Polisena , Jr Building/Zoning Official Edward Civito, C.B.O . Alternate Members Dennis Cardillo Albert Colannino Legal Counsel Joseph Ballirano, Esq. Director Development & Public Services Thomas E. Deller, AICP . JOHNSTON ZONING BOARD OF REVIEW 100 Irons Avenue, Johnston, Rhode Island 02919 Tel: Â 401-231-4000 - Fax: Â 401-231-4181 AGENDA Thursday, July,30,2026 at 6:30 PM Johnston Senior Center, 1291 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919 I.Roll Call and Pledge of Allegiance II. Minutes from Previous Meetings III. Old Business: None IV. New Business : Ronald Papa: 0 Killingly St Plat 16, Lot 630. Dimensional Variance. To construct a two-family dwelling. Site Plan Survey Radius Map Abutterâs List Zoning Application Â Mark DâElia 15 Belknap Farm Dr Plat48 Lot 557. Dimensional Relief being sought from the property boundaries. Radius Map Abutterâs List Zoning Application V. Â Adjournment: Per order of the Zoning Board of Review Thomas Lopardo, Chairman o The Zoning Board Agen [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Aug 4, 2026

Regular Planning Board Meeting

Planning Board to review residential developments and street abandonment

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on a minor subdivision and a major land development project. The board will also discuss pre-applications for luxury condos and a lot subdivision, and provide an advisory opinion on a street abandonment request.

PB 26-25: Public hearing for 25 market-rate residential units at 1284 Plainfield Street
PB 26-16: Public hearing for a minor subdivision at 181 Shun Pike
PB 26-24: Pre-application for 55-and-older luxury condos at 1801 Plainfield Pike
PB 26-27: Advisory opinion to Town Council on street abandonment of Erin Drive
PB 23-37: One-year extension request for Master Plan Review at 270 Putnam Pike

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ï»¿ CHAIRPERSON Joseph Lembo VICE-CHAIRPERSON George Lazzareschi SECRETARY Gina Sabitoni-Arakelian ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER Thomas E. Deller, AICP . Town of Johnston Planning Board 100 Irons Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919 TEL (401) 231-4000 Â Â FAX (401) 231-4181 MEMBERS Louis Prata Laura-Jean Ferranti Eric Carter Nicholas Samartino ALTERNATES Robert Pingitore Eric Peloquin BOARD COUNSEL Joseph R. Ballirano , Esq AGENDA Tuesday, July 7th, 2026 at 6:00 PM Johnston Senior Center, 1291 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI I. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES June 2 nd , 2026 Regular Meeting III. OLD BUSINESS PB 23-37- 270 Putnam Pike - The Gateway - Request for one-year extension to Master Plan Review. AP 42 Lot 31. Zoned R-40 and PD. Applicant/Owner- David Loffredo. One Year Extension Request IV. NEW BUSINESS PB 26-16 - 181 Shun Pike- Public Hearing on a Preliminary Plan for a Minor Subdivision with Unified Development Revie [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Sun Aug 30, 2026

Zoning Board Meeting

Johnston Asphalt seeks extension to start construction on 100 Allendale Ave

The Zoning Board will review several pending variance requests. It will consider Johnston Asphalt’s request to extend the start date for a special‑use permit at 100 Allendale Avenue, and a request by Robert Montaquilla for dimensional variances to build a detached garage at 34 River Avenue. New applications include dimensional variance requests from Smith and Oak for a future lot division at 30 Mill Street and from Steven Peterson for a new building at 0 Bishop Hill Road.

Johnston Asphalt, LLC – request for extension of time to commence construction on special‑use permit (100 Allendale Avenue, AP 35, Lot 7)
Robert Montaquilla – request for dimensional variances to construct a 24 × 36 detached garage (34 River Avenue, Plat 3, Lot 449)
Smith and Oak – dimensional variance requests for future lot division (30 Mill Street, Plat 4, Lot 12)
Steven Peterson – dimensional variance for new building (0 Bishop Hill Road, Plat 45, Lot 201)

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ï»¿ CHAIRPERSON Thomas Lopardo Zoning Board Members Anthony Pilozzi Joseph Anzelone Charles Ainabe Richard Fascia Mayor Honorable Joseph M. Polisena , Jr Building/Zoning Official Edward Civito, C.B.O . Alternate Members Dennis Cardillo Albert Colannino Legal Counsel Joseph Ballirano, Esq. Director Development & Public Services Thomas E. Deller, AICP . AGENDA Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:30 PM Johnston Senior Center, 1291 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919 I. Roll Call and Pledge of Allegiance II. Minutes from Previous Meetings III. Election of Officers IV. Old Business : ZBR 2022-2 Â Â Â Â Johnston Asphalt, LLC ; Request for Extension of Time to Commence Construction on Special Use Permit Granted in 2025; 100 Allendale Avenue, AP 35, Lot 7 Robert Montaquilla : Â 34 River Avenue; Request for dimensional variances to construct a 24 x 36 detached garage (Voluntary Agreed Upon Remand In lieu of Ap [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jul 13, 2026

Town Council Meeting

Resolution 2026-24 authorizes a new cloud‑based dispatch system for Police Dept

The Johnston Town Council will consider several resolutions that would allow the mayor to enter contracts for police, fire, and public works services and equipment. Specific items include a cloud‑based dispatch and records system for the Police Department, a fire alarm system for Town Hall, a new Kubota utility vehicle for the Buildings and Grounds Department, and a change‑order to increase funding for the Department of Buildings and Grounds facility. The council will also hear zoning petitions to reclassify land on Shun Pike and Morgan Avenue, and will review a number of business and liquor license applications. Additional agenda items are award ceremonies, constituent requests, and routine approvals such as minutes and tax abatements.

2025-CP-10 petition to change zone map for Assessor’s Plat 43, Lots 264 & 265 on Shun Pike from R‑40 to I‑Industrial (referral to Planning Board)
Ordinance 2026-1 to change zone map for Assessor’s Plat 8, Lot 14 on Morgan Avenue from R‑20 to R‑7
Resolution 2026-24 authorizing the mayor to contract a new cloud‑based dispatch and records system for the Police Department
Resolution 2026-21 awarding a bid for installation of a fire alarm system in Johnston Town Hall
Resolution 2026-23 authorizing purchase of a new Kubota Utility Vehicle for the Department of Buildings and Grounds

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ï»¿ Â Â Johnston Town Council 1385 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Town Council Agenda July 13, 2026 Johnston Municipal Court Building Council President Russo will call the meeting to order at 7:00 PM at the Johnston Municipal Court Building located at 1600 Atwood Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919. Town Sergeant, Stephen Mallane will lead with the Pledge of Allegiance Please note: pursuant to Rule 3 Section E of the Town Council Rules, adopted by Resolution 2025-1, the Council shall adjourn at 10:30 p.m. and any unfinished business shall be carried to the fourth Monday of the month or to a date agreed upon by the Council. Roll Call Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 1 â Councilwoman Linda L. Folcarelli Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 2 â Vice-President Lauren A. Garzone Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 3 â Councilman Alfred T. Carnevale Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 4 â President Robert V. Russo Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 5 â Councilman Robert J. Civetti Votes may be taken on any or all it [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Jul 7, 2026

Regular Planning Board Meeting

Public hearing on a minor subdivision at 181 Shun Pike

The Planning Board will consider an old‑business request for a one‑year extension of the master plan review for the Putnam Pike “Gateway” project (AP 42 Lot 31). New business includes public hearings and pre‑application reviews for several development proposals, such as a minor subdivision at 181 Shun Pike (AP 43 Lot 75) and a luxury condo project at 1801 Plainfield Pike (AP 27 Lot 239). The board will also provide an advisory opinion on a petition to abandon Erin Drive and discuss the Future Land Use Map as part of the Comprehensive Plan.

PB 23-37-270: One‑year extension request for master plan review of AP 42 Lot 31 on Putnam Pike (The Gateway)
PB 26-16: Public hearing on preliminary plan for a minor subdivision at 181 Shun Pike, AP 43 Lot 75, zoned R‑40
PB 26-24: Pre‑application request for 55‑and‑older luxury condos at 1801 Plainfield Pike, AP 27 Lot 239, zoned B2
PB 26-25: Public hearing on combined preliminary and master plan for 25 market‑rate units at 1284 Plainfield Street, AP 3 lots, zoned I
PB 26-27: Advisory opinion to Town Council on proposed street abandonment of Erin Drive

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ï»¿ CHAIRPERSON Joseph Lembo VICE-CHAIRPERSON George Lazzareschi SECRETARY Gina Sabitoni-Arakelian ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER Thomas E. Deller, AICP . Town of Johnston Planning Board 100 Irons Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919 TEL (401) 231-4000 Â Â FAX (401) 231-4181 MEMBERS Louis Prata Laura-Jean Ferranti Eric Carter Nicholas Samartino ALTERNATES Robert Pingitore Eric Peloquin BOARD COUNSEL Joseph R. Ballirano , Esq AGENDA Tuesday, July 7th, 2026 at 6:00 PM Johnston Senior Center, 1291 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI I. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES June 2 nd , 2026 Regular Meeting III. OLD BUSINESS PB 23-37- 270 Putnam Pike - The Gateway - Request for one-year extension to Master Plan Review. AP 42 Lot 31. Zoned R-40 and PD. Applicant/Owner- David Loffredo. One Year Extension Request IV. NEW BUSINESS PB 26-16 - 181 Shun Pike- Public Hearing on a Preliminary Plan for a Minor Subdivision with Unified Development Revie [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 8, 2026

Town Council Meeting

Council to authorize new fire department communications tower

The Johnston Town Council will vote on a resolution to approve a change order for a new communications tower for the fire department. Other items include a resolution for tree and vegetation removal around retention ponds, two zoning change petitions, several business license applications, and reappointments to the Senior Citizens Advisory Board. The meeting also includes routine award ceremonies, public hearing status, and claim reviews.

Resolution 2026-18 – authorizes a change order for the installation of a new communications tower for the Johnston Fire Department
Resolution 2026-17 – authorizes the mayor to enter an agreement for tree and vegetation removal around the town’s retention ponds at Oak Hill Drive
Petition 2025-CP-10 – requests rezoning of Assessor’s Plat 43, Lots 264 & 265 on Shun Pike from R‑40 to I‑Industrial, referred to the Planning Board
Ordinance 2026-1 – changes the zone map for Assessor’s Plat 8, Lot 14 on Morgan Avenue from R‑20 to R‑7
Business licenses – approvals for Brush Masters Painting, LLC (27 Scituate Avenue), Mummy’s Ice Cream Delights (mobile food truck), and several other restaurants and service providers

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ï»¿ Â Â Johnston Town Council 1385 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Town Council Agenda June 8, 2026 Johnston Municipal Court Building Council President Russo will call the meeting to order at 7:00 PM at the Johnston Municipal Court Building located at 1600 Atwood Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919. Town Sergeant, Stephen Mallane will lead with the Pledge of Allegiance Please note: pursuant to Rule 3 Section E of the Town Council Rules, adopted by Resolution 2025-1, the Council shall adjourn at 10:30 p.m. and any unfinished business shall be carried to the fourth Monday of the month or to a date agreed upon by the Council. Roll Call Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 1 â Councilwoman Linda L. Folcarelli Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 2 â Vice-President Lauren A. Garzone Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 3 â Councilman Alfred T. Carnevale Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 4 â President Robert V. Russo Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 5 â Councilman Robert J. Civetti Votes may be taken on any [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 8, 2026

Town Council Meeting

Johnston Town Council to hold public hearing on property tax assessment

The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance for the assessment and collection of property taxes. The body will also consider numerous business and liquor licenses, board re-appointments, and utility pole installations.

Public hearing for Ordinance 2026-6 regarding property tax assessment and collection
Petition 2025-CP-10 to change zoning for Assessor's Plat 43, Lots 264 & 265 on Shun Pike from R-40 to I-Industrial
Resolution 2026-18 for a change order to install a new Johnston Fire Department communications tower
Resolution 2026-17 for tree and vegetation removal at Oak Hill Drive retention ponds
Liquor license requests for Baylee Cuisine Thai Lao Viet, Emmily's Café Bar & Brunch, and Our Lady of Grace Church

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ï»¿ Â Â Johnston Town Council 1385 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Town Council Agenda June 8, 2026 Johnston Municipal Court Building Council President Russo will call the meeting to order at 7:00 PM at the Johnston Municipal Court Building located at 1600 Atwood Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919. Town Sergeant, Stephen Mallane will lead with the Pledge of Allegiance Please note: pursuant to Rule 3 Section E of the Town Council Rules, adopted by Resolution 2025-1, the Council shall adjourn at 10:30 p.m. and any unfinished business shall be carried to the fourth Monday of the month or to a date agreed upon by the Council. Roll Call Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 1 â Councilwoman Linda L. Folcarelli Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 2 â Vice-President Lauren A. Garzone Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 3 â Councilman Alfred T. Carnevale Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 4 â President Robert V. Russo Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 5 â Councilman Robert J. Civetti Votes may be taken on any [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Jun 3, 2026

Special Town Council Meeting

Town Council votes on $144.3M budget and property tax ordinance

The Johnston Town Council will hold a special budget hearing. Council members will consider Ordinance 2026-5, which appropriates $144,282,554 for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027 for the town budget, personnel classification, salary plan, and tax levy. They will also consider Ordinance 2026-6, which orders assessment and collection of property tax on ratable real estate and tangible personal property. The meeting includes roll call, reading of ordinances, and adjournment.

Ordinance 2026-5: appropriates $144,282,554 for FY ending June 30, 2027 budget, personnel classification, salary plan, and tax levy
Ordinance 2026-6: orders assessment and collection of property tax on ratable real estate and tangible personal property
Roll call of council members
Reading of ordinances
Adjournment

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ï»¿ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Vincent P. Baccari, Jr., Town Clerk Town of Johnston 1385 Hartford Avenue Johnston, Rhode Island 02919 Tel (401) 351-6618 Public Notice Special Meeting Agenda June 3, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Johnston Town Council Linda L Folcarelli Councilwoman - District 1 Lauren A. Garzone Vice-President Councilwoman - District 2 Alfred T. Carnevale Councilman- District 3 Robert V. Russo President Councilman - District 4 Robert J. Civetti Councilman - District 5 The Johnston Town Council shall hold a special meeting-budget hearing on June 3 rd , 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at the Johnston Municipal Court, 1600 Atwood Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919. Â· Roll call Public Hearing: Â· Ordinance 2026-5: An Ordinance appropriating $144,282,554 for the support and adoption of the Town Governmental Budget, Personnel Classification, Salary Plan and Tax Levy for the Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2027 Reading of Ordinances Â· Ordinance 2026-6 : An Ordinance ordering the assessment and collection of property tax on the ratable real estate and tangible personal property Adjournment The Council sh [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Jun 2, 2026

Regular Planning Board Meeting

Public hearing on 44 Newman Ave Storage Building major land development

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on several major land development proposals, including a storage building on 44 Newman Avenue, a subdivision at 18 City View, and a subdivision on Santa Circle. They will also conduct pre‑application discussions for the JAF Condos project on Atwood Avenue and the Trinity Church expansion on Trinity Avenue. The meeting includes an administrative report on the Future Land Use Map and Comprehensive Plan updates.

PB 26-05 – 44 Newman Ave Storage Building – public hearing on a combined master and preliminary plan for a major land development (Zoned I).
PB 26-15 – 18 City View – public hearing on a preliminary plan for a major subdivision (Zoned R-15).
PB 26-14 – Santa Circle Subdivision – public hearing on a preliminary plan to create three new lots and transfer a private road title (Zoned R-40).
PB 26-21 – JAF Condos – pre‑application discussion for a major land development of nine new dwelling units on Atwood Avenue (Zoned B-1).
PB 26-18 – Trinity Church – pre‑application discussion for a major land development expansion requiring special use permits (Zoned B-2 and R-40).

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ï»¿ CHAIRPERSON Joseph Lembo VICE-CHAIRPERSON George Lazzareschi SECRETARY Gina Sabitoni-Arakelian ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER Thomas E. Deller, AICP . Town of Johnston Planning Board 100 Irons Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919 TEL (401) 231-4000 Â Â FAX (401) 231-4181 MEMBERS Louis Prata Laura-Jean Ferranti Eric Carter Nicholas Samartino ALTERNATES Robert Pingitore Eric Peloquin BOARD COUNSEL Joseph R. Ballirano , Esq Â AGENDA Tuesday, June 2nd ,2026, at 6:00 PM Johnston Senior Center, 1291 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI I. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES May 5th, 2026 Regular Meeting III. OLD BUSINESS PB 26-08 â 2334 Plainfield Pike â Proposed Modification of Previously-Approved Preliminary Plan. AP 33 Lot 7. Zoned B-1. Applicant/Owner Gerald McGraw Application Radius Map Abutters List Notice of H [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Thu May 28, 2026

Zoning Board Meeting

DEC Properties LLC variance to store trucks on Hartford Ave continued to July 30

The Zoning Board reviewed several variance requests. A use variance for DEC Properties LLC to store ten 10‑wheel trucks at 2555 Hartford Avenue, Lot 26 was received but the board voted to continue the matter to the July 30, 2026 meeting. A dimensional variance for a new building at 126 Simmonsville Avenue, Lot 22 was approved. The board also continued a garage variance request for 34 River Avenue, Lot 7 to the same July meeting.

Use variance request for DEC Properties LLC to store ten 10‑wheel trucks at 2555 Hartford Ave., Lot 26 – continued to July 30, 2026
Dimensional variance for a new building at 126 Simmonsville Ave., Lot 22 – approved
Dimensional variance request for a 24 × 36 detached garage at 34 River Ave., Lot 7 – continued to July 30, 2026
Photos, letters, and affidavit from DEC Properties LLC owner accepted as part of the record
Board motions and approvals recorded with motions by Pilozzi and seconded by Anzelone

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ï»¿ CHAIRPERSON Thomas Lopardo Zoning Board Members Anthony Pilozzi Joseph Anzelone Charles Ainabe Richard Fascia Mayor Honorable Joseph M. Polisena , Jr Building/Zoning Official Edward Civito, C.B.O . Alternate Members Dennis Cardillo Albert Colannino Legal Counsel Joseph Ballirano, Esq. Director Development & Public Services Thomas E. Deller, AICP . Meeting Minutes (draft) Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:30 PM Johnston Senior Center, 1291 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919 I. Roll Call and Pledge of Allegiance : 6:34 Thomas Lopardo, Chairperson, Anthony Pilozzi, Vice Chairperson, Joseph Anzelone, Dennis Cardillo, Albert Colannino, Alternate Board Members. Also present: Joseph R. Ballirano , Esquire, Recording Secretary, Deb Pavone. II. Minutes from Previous Meetings: Correction: Joe Anzelone was present for April 30,2026 meeting. Motion to approve: Mr. Pilozzi, Mr. Anzelone, second. Â All in favor III. Old Business: Robert Montaquilla: 34 River Ave. Plat35, Lot7. Request for dimensional variance to construct a 24x36 detached garage. Ainabe was not present. No quorum, Continue to July 30,2026. Pilozzi motion Anzelone 2 nd AIF. IV . New Business: DEC Properties LLC: 2555 Hartford Ave Plat 57, Lot 26. Use Variance to store ten 10 wheel trucks used in a l [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon May 11, 2026

Town Council Meeting

Council will vote on a dump truck purchase for the Buildings and Grounds Dept.

The Johnston Town Council will consider two resolutions authorizing equipment purchases: a new dump truck with plow and sander and temporary speed bumps. The meeting also includes discussion of several petitions, including a speed‑calming device on Dyerville Avenue and street abandonment requests for Rome Avenue and Erin Drive. An amendment to the town's Noise ordinance will be heard as a public hearing item. Business licenses and other routine items are also on the agenda.

Resolution 2026-15 – purchase of a new dump truck with plow and sander for the Department of Buildings and Grounds
Resolution 2026-16 – purchase of temporary speed bumps
Petition 2026-CP-79 – installation of a speed‑calming device on Dyerville Avenue
Petition 2026-CP-80 – street abandonment of a portion of Rome Avenue (Assessor’s Plat 5)
Ordinance 2026-4 – amendment to the town Noise ordinance (Articles I & II, Sections 1‑14, Chapter 224)

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ï»¿ Â Â Johnston Town Council 1385 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Town Council Agenda May 11, 2026 Johnston Municipal Court Building Council President Russo will call the meeting to order at 7:00 PM at the Johnston Municipal Court Building located at 1600 Atwood Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919. Town Sergeant, Stephen Mallane will lead with the Pledge of Allegiance Please note: pursuant to Rule 3 Section E of the Town Council Rules, adopted by Resolution 2025-1, the Council shall adjourn at 10:30 p.m. and any unfinished business shall be carried to the fourth Monday of the month or to a date agreed upon by the Council. Roll Call Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 1 â Councilwoman Linda L. Folcarelli Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 2 â Vice-President Lauren A. Garzone Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 3 â Councilman Alfred T. Carnevale Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 4 â President Robert V. Russo Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 5 â Councilman Robert J. Civetti Votes may be taken on any or all ite [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue May 5, 2026

Regular Planning Board Meeting

Public hearing on Golden Avenue/Hamton Avenue land development (4 townhouses)

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on PB 26-12, a major land development that merges the Master and Preliminary Plan stages to build four single‑family townhouses on Hampton Avenue (Lot 230, zoned R‑15). The agenda includes a preliminary plan, radius map, stormwater management report, abutters list, and notice of hearing. The Board will also present and discuss the Hazard Mitigation Plan (PB 26-13). No old business is listed.

PB 26-12 – public hearing on a major land development for four single‑family townhouses on Hampton Avenue, Lot 230, zoned R‑15
Preliminary Plan for the Golden Avenue/Hamton Avenue project
Radius Map and Stormwater Management Report for the development
Abutters List and Notice of Hearing for PB 26-12
PB 26-13 – presentation and discussion of the Hazard Mitigation Plan

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ï»¿ CHAIRPERSON Joseph Lembo VICE-CHAIRPERSON George Lazzareschi SECRETARY Gina Sabitoni-Arakelian ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER Thomas E. Deller, AICP . Town of Johnston Planning Board 100 Irons Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919 TEL (401) 231-4000 Â Â FAX (401) 231-4181 MEMBERS Louis Prata Laura-Jean Ferranti Eric Carter Nicholas Samartino ALTERNATES Robert Pingitore Eric Peloquin BOARD COUNSEL Joseph R. Ballirano , Esq Â AGENDA Tuesday, May 5 th , 2026, at 6:00 PM Johnston Senior Center, 1291 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI I. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES April 7th, 2026 Regular Meeting I. OLD BUSINESS None II. NEW BUSINESS PB 26-12- Golden Avenue/Hamton Avenue- Public Hearing on a Major Land Development with Unified Development Review merging Master & Preliminary Plan stages to develop four single -famil [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Apr 13, 2026

Town Council Meeting

Town Council considers flood mitigation property purchases and housing resolutions

The Johnston Town Council will review several resolutions regarding multi-family housing and parking requirements. The body is also considering the purchase of multiple properties for flood mitigation and awarding bids for highway materials and a new finance system.

Resolution 2026-9: Purchase of 13 and 16 Lafazia Dr, 9, 11, and 12 Melody Lane, and 17 River Drive for flood mitigation
Resolution 2026-13: Awarding a bid for a new Enterprise Resource Platform (ERP) system for the Finance Department
Resolution 2026-10: Awarding a bid for highway materials and asphalt for the Department of Development and Public Service
Resolution 2026-14: Ratifying an agreement between the Johnston School Committee and The Johnston Federation of Teachers
2025-CP-10: Petition to change zone map for Assessor’s Plat 43, Lots 264 & 265 on Shun Pike from R-40 to I-Industrial

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ï»¿ Â Â Johnston Town Council 1385 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Town Council Agenda April 13, 2026 Johnston Municipal Court Building Council President Russo will call the meeting to order at 7:00 PM at the Johnston Municipal Court Building located at 1600 Atwood Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919. Town Sergeant, Stephen Mallane will lead with the Pledge of Allegiance Please note: pursuant to Rule 3 Section E of the Town Council Rules, adopted by Resolution 2025-1, the Council shall adjourn at 10:30 p.m. and any unfinished business shall be carried to the fourth Monday of the month or to a date agreed upon by the Council. Roll Call Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 1 â Councilwoman Linda L. Folcarelli Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 2 â Vice-President Lauren A. Garzone Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 3 â Councilman Alfred T. Carnevale Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 4 â President Robert V. Russo Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 5 â Councilman Robert J. Civetti Votes may be taken on any [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Apr 7, 2026

Regular Planning Board Meeting

Board considered approval of a 7,500‑sq‑ft warehouse at 2334 Plainfield Pike

The Johnston Planning Board reviewed PB 26-08, a major land development application for a 7,500 square foot warehouse on 2334 Plainfield Pike, currently zoned B‑1. The board voted to open and then close a public hearing, and adopted staff’s recommendation to conditionally approve the project pending required permits, landscaping, operating hours, and a prohibition on marijuana‑related sales. The board also heard an advisory opinion on a minor subdivision at 80 Waterman Avenue and discussed draft revisions to the town’s Land Development and Subdivision Review Regulations to align with updated state law.

PB 26-08 – Major land development for a 7,500 sq ft warehouse at 2334 Plainfield Pike, B‑1 zone, conditional approval pending permits, landscaping, hours, and no marijuana sales.
PB 26-10 – Advisory opinion on subdividing 80 Waterman Avenue (AP 16 Lot 333, R‑15 zone) into two lots and building a new single‑family dwelling.
PB 25-61 – Discussion of draft revisions to Land Development and Subdivision Review Regulations to meet updated state law.

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ï»¿ CHAIRPERSON Joseph Lembo VICE-CHAIRPERSON George Lazzareschi SECRETARY Gina Sabitoni-Arakelian ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER Thomas E. Deller, AICP . Town of Johnston Planning Board 100 Irons Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919 TEL (401) 231-4000 Â Â FAX (401) 231-4181 MEMBERS Louis Prata Laura-Jean Ferranti Eric Carter Nicholas Samartino ALTERNATES Robert Pingitore Eric Peloquin BOARD COUNSEL Joseph R. Ballirano, Esq Draft Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 7 th , 2026, at 6:00 PM Johnston Senior Center, 1291 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI I. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL Board Members: Joseph Lembo, Chairman, George Lazzareschi, Vice-Chairman, Gini Sabitoni- Arakelian, Secretary, Eric Cartier, Nicholas Samartino, Laura-Jean Ferranti I. Alternate Members: Eric Peloquin, Robert Pingitore Also Present: Sarah F. OâToole, Board Counsel, Edward Civito, Building Official, Isabella Czajka, Assistant Planner APPROVAL OF MINUTES February 3 rd , 2026 Regular Meeting- Mr. Lazzareschi made the motion to approve. Â Second by Mr. Cartier. All in favor March 10 th , 2026 Regul [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Mar 10, 2026

Regular Planning Board Meeting

Planning Board to hold policy and organization work session

The Planning Board will conduct a work session to discuss board operations and updates to state laws. The meeting focuses on internal procedures and regulatory updates rather than specific land-use applications.

Update to state laws concerning subdivisions
Update to state law concerning land development
Planning Board decision making procedures
Staff reports and review process
Discussion on meeting dates and times

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ï»¿ CHAIRPERSON Joseph Lembo VICE-CHAIRPERSON George Lazzareschi SECRETARY Gina Sabitoni-Arakelian ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER Thomas E. Deller, AICP . Town of Johnston Planning Board 100 Irons Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919 TEL (401) 231-4000 Â Â FAX (401) 231-4181 MEMBERS Louis Prata Laura-Jean Ferranti Eric Carter Nicholas Samartino ALTERNATES Robert Pingitore Eric Peloquin BOARD COUNSEL Joseph R. Ballirano , Esq AGENDA Tuesday, March 10 th , 2026, at 6:00 PM Johnston Senior Center, 1291 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI I. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES III. POLICY AND ORGANIZATION WORK SESSION 1. Update to state laws concerning subdivisions 2. Update to state law concerning land development 3. Operation of Planning Board a. Procedure for decision making b. Staff reports and review c. &nb [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Mar 9, 2026

Town Council Meeting

Council will vote on an easement agreement for 112 Peck Hill Road

The Johnston Town Council meeting will consider a range of items including award ceremonies, updates on public hearings, several zoning petitions, and amendments to town ordinances. Key decisions include a resolution granting an easement at 112 Peck Hill Road, a pension‑fund amendment for firefighters and police officers, and a zone‑map change for a Miles Gas petition. The agenda also lists numerous business operating licenses, re‑appointments to town boards, tax‑abatement approvals, and two resident claims.

Resolution 2026-3 – easement agreement between the Town and owners of 112 Peck Hill Road
Ordinance 2026-2 – amendment to the Firefighter and Police Officer Pension Fund
Ordinance 2026-3 – zone‑map change for Assessor’s Plat 54, Lots 10 & 120 from R-40 to B-2 (Miles Gas petition)
2025-CP-10 – petition to change zone map for Assessor’s Plat 43, Lots 264 & 265 on Shun Pike from R-40 to I‑Industrial
Business operating licenses – e.g., Elite Gutter Solutions, LLC at 5 Pleasant View Ave; Keystone Fireworks Tents at 1461 Atwood Avenue

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ï»¿ Â Â Johnston Town Council 1385 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Town Council Agenda March 9, 2026 Johnston Municipal Court Building Council President Russo will call the meeting to order at 7:00 PM at the Johnston Municipal Court Building located at 1600 Atwood Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919. Town Sergeant, Stephen Mallane will lead with the Pledge of Allegiance Please note: pursuant to Rule 3 Section E of the Town Council Rules, adopted by Resolution 2025-1, the Council shall adjourn at 10:30 p.m. and any unfinished business shall be carried to the fourth Monday of the month or to a date agreed upon by the Council. Roll Call Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 1 â Councilwoman Linda L. Folcarelli Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 2 â Vice-President Lauren A. Garzone Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 3 â Councilman Alfred T. Carnevale Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 4 â President Robert V. Russo Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 5 â Councilman Robert J. Civetti Votes may be taken on any or all i [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Thu Feb 26, 2026

Regular Zoning Board Meeting

Zoning board approves garage variance at 16 DiFazio Drive

The Johnston Zoning Board of Review met on February 26, 2026. The board approved a dimensional variance to allow an attached two‑car garage at 16 DiFazio Drive, Lot 27, Plat 236. It also considered a dimensional variance for a new two‑family dwelling at 0 Simmonsville & Fountain, Lot 28, Plat 14, Zone R20. The meeting adjourned at 6:54 p.m.

Dimensional variance for new two‑family dwelling at 0 Simmonsville & Fountain, Lot 28, Plat 14, Zone R20
Dimensional variance to add an attached two‑car garage at 16 DiFazio Drive, Lot 27, Plat 236

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ï»¿ CHAIRPERSON Thomas Lopardo Zoning Board Members Anthony Pilozzi Joseph Anzelone Charles Ainabe Richard Fascia Mayor Honorable Joseph M. Polisena , Jr Building/Zoning Official Edward Civito, C.B.O . Alternate Members Dennis Cardillo Albert Colannino Legal Counsel Joseph Ballirano, Esq. Director Development & Public Services Thomas E. Deller, AICP . JOHNSTON ZONING BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING MINUTES Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:30 Johnston Senior Center, 1291 Hartford Avenue I. Roll Call and Pledge of Allegiance: Â 6:36 PM Thomas Lopardo, Chairperson, Anthony Pilozzi, Vice Chairperson, Charles Ainabe, Richard Fascia, Albert Colannino, Alternate Board Member. Â Also present: Joseph R. Ballirano , Esquire, Edward Civito C.B.O., Recording Secretary, Deb Pavone. Â Â Â Â Â II. Minutes From Previous Meetings Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Motion to approve: Mr. Pilozzi, Mr. Ainabe , second. Â All in favor. Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â III. Old Business: None Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â IV. &n [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Feb 9, 2026

Town Council Meeting

Town Council to consider pension adjustment for police and firefighters

The Johnston Town Council will review an ordinance regarding pension adjustment benefits for eligible police and fire officers. The body will also hold a public hearing on a zoning change for a property on Morgan Avenue and process multiple business license applications.

Ordinance 2026-2: Pension adjustment benefit for eligible Firefighters and Police Officers
Public Hearing: Zoning change for Assessor’s Plat 8, Lot 14 on Morgan Avenue from R-20 to R-7
Zoning petitions for Shun Pike (R-40 to I-Industrial) and Miles Gas, Inc (R-40 to B-2)
Business licenses for Omi’s Hot Chicken, Edge Fitness, and others
Claims for injuries and property damage from Linda Zaman, Veronica Starnino, John Nazarian, Jr., Maxwell El Hage, and Tony Carlone

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ï»¿ Â Â Johnston Town Council 1385 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Town Council Agenda February 9, 2026 Johnston Municipal Court Building Council President Russo will call the meeting to order at 7:00 PM at the Johnston Municipal Court Building located at 1600 Atwood Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919. Town Sergeant, Stephen Mallane will lead with the Pledge of Allegiance Please note: pursuant to Rule 3 Section E of the Town Council Rules, adopted by Resolution 2025-1, the Council shall adjourn at 10:30 p.m. and any unfinished business shall be carried to the fourth Monday of the month or to a date agreed upon by the Council. Roll Call Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 1 â Councilwoman Linda L. Folcarelli Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 2 â Vice-President Lauren A. Garzone Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 3 â Councilman Alfred T. Carnevale Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 4 â President Robert V. Russo Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 5 â Councilman Robert J. Civetti Votes may be taken on any or all [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Feb 3, 2026

Regular Planning Board Meeting

Public hearing on Forest Solar development of two 0.5 MW arrays at AP 46 lots

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the Forest Solar project, a major land development with two 0.5 MW solar arrays and one single‑family residential lot, located on AP 46 lots and zoned R-40. The Board will also consider an advisory opinion on a rezoning request for 2207 Hartford Avenue. New business includes a public hearing on a subdivision of a lot on Kernwood Avenue‑Freedom Court into three residential parcels, zoned R-15. An administrative item will discuss draft revisions to the town’s land development and subdivision review regulations to align with updated state law.

PB 25-64 – Forest Solar: public hearing on preliminary plan for two 0.5 MW solar arrays, retain one single‑family lot, AP 46 lots, zoned R-40, owner Shore Holdings LLC, applicant Revity Energy LLC
PB 25-67 – Advisory opinion on rezoning request for 2207 Hartford Avenue
PB 26-02 – Kernwood Avenue‑Freedom Court subdivision: public hearing on preliminary plan to split a lot into three residential lots, AP 16 Lot 2, zoned R-15, applicant Robert E. Moll
PB 25-61 – Discussion of draft revisions to land development and subdivision review regulations to meet updated state law

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ï»¿ CHAIRPERSON Joseph Lembo VICE-CHAIRPERSON George Lazzareschi SECRETARY Gina Sabitoni-Arakelian ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER Thomas E. Deller, AICP . Town of Johnston Planning Board 100 Irons Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919 TEL (401) 231-4000 Â Â FAX (401) 231-4181 MEMBERS Louis Prata Laura-Jean Ferranti Eric Carter Nicholas Samartino ALTERNATES Robert Pingitore Eric Peloquin BOARD COUNSEL Joseph R. Ballirano , Esq Â AGENDA Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026, at 6:00 PM Johnston Senior Center, 1291 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI I. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES III. OLD BUSINESS PB 25 â 64 â Forest Solar â Continued from the January 6 th ,2026. Public Hearing on the Preliminary Plan for a Major Land Development with Unified Development Review to develop two 0.5 MW solar arrays and retain one single family residentia [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Thu Jan 29, 2026

Regular Zoning Board Meeting

Board approves dimensional variance for New Era LLC at 0 Morton Avenue

The Johnston Zoning Board of Review considered several dimensional variance requests. It denied a variance for 839 Sanderson Road (Lot 25, Zone R40) to build a 40 × 47‑ft garage, approved a variance for 24 Countryside Drive (Lot 229, Zone R40) for a 14 × 32‑ft detached garage, denied a variance for 34 River Drive (Lot 3, Zone R15) for a garage, and approved a variance for New Era LLC at 0 Morton Avenue (Lot 49, Zone R40) to construct a building.

Denial of dimensional variance for 839 Sanderson Road, Apt. 61, Lot 25, Zone R40 – 40 × 47 ft garage
Approval of dimensional variance for 24 Countryside Drive, Lot 229, Zone R40 – 14 × 32 ft detached garage
Denial of dimensional variance for 34 River Drive, Lot 3, Zone R15 – garage construction
Approval of dimensional variance for New Era LLC, 0 Morton Avenue, Lot 49, Zone R40 – building

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ï»¿ CHAIRPERSON Thomas Lopardo Zoning Board Members Anthony Pilozzi Joseph Anzelone Charles Ainabe Richard Fascia Mayor Honorable Joseph M. Polisena , Jr Building/Zoning Official Edward Civito, C.B.O . Alternate Members Dennis Cardillo Albert Colannino Legal Counsel Joseph Ballirano, Esq. Director Development & Public Services Thomas E. Deller, AICP . JOHNSTON ZONING BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING MINUTES Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:30 Johnston Senior Center, 1291 Hartford Avenue I. Roll Call and Pledge of Allegiance: Â 6:40 PM Thomas Lopardo, Chairperson, Anthony Pilozzi, Vice Chairperson, Charles Ainabe, Dennis Cardillo, Alternate Board Member. Â Also present: Joseph R. Ballirano , Esquire, Recording Secretary, Deb Pavone. Â Â Â Â Â II. Minutes From Previous Meetings Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Motion to approve: Mr. Pilozzi, Mr. Anzelone, second. Â All in favor. Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 18 City View will not be heard. Â III. Old Business: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Anthony Bonafiglia, Joshua Perez 839 Sanderson Road. Â Apt. 61 lot [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jan 12, 2026

Town Council Meeting

Council to vote on fire department communications tower and other resolutions

The Johnston Town Council will consider two resolutions: one authorizing the mayor to extend a cashiering and land evidence system program, and another awarding a bid for a new communications tower for the fire department. Several pending petitions for zoning changes and utility pole installations will be referred to the Planning Board for advisory opinions. A slate of business operating licenses and a hawker license will also be read.

Resolution 2026-1 – authorize mayor to extend cashiering and land evidence system program
Resolution 2026-2 – award bid and authorize mayor to install a new fire department communications tower
2024-CP-173 – petition to change Morgan Avenue lot from R-20 to R-7 (Planning Board advisory)
2025-CP-10 – petition to change Shun Pike lots from R-40 to I-Industrial (Planning Board advisory)
2026-CP-11 – petition by Narragansett Electric and Verizon to install a new jointly owned pole on Central Avenue

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ï»¿ Â Â Johnston Town Council 1385 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Town Council Agenda January 12, 2026 Johnston Municipal Court Building Council President Russo will call the meeting to order at 7:00 PM at the Johnston Municipal Court Building located at 1600 Atwood Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919. Town Sergeant, Stephen Mallane will lead with the Pledge of Allegiance Please note: pursuant to Rule 3 Section E of the Town Council Rules, adopted by Resolution 2025-1, the Council shall adjourn at 10:30 p.m. and any unfinished business shall be carried to the fourth Monday of the month or to a date agreed upon by the Council. Roll Call Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 1 â Councilwoman Linda L. Folcarelli Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 2 â Vice-President Lauren A. Garzone Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 3 â Councilman Alfred T. Carnevale Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 4 â President Robert V. Russo Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â District 5 â Councilman Robert J. Civetti Votes may be taken on any or al [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Jan 6, 2026

Regular Planning Board Meeting

Board approves variances and plan for 1140 Atwood Ave duplex development

The Planning Board approved variances and the preliminary plan for a three‑duplex development at 1140 Atwood Avenue (zoned B‑2). It also approved a special use permit, variances, and the plan for three commercial buildings with a drive‑through at 1465 and 1467 Atwood Avenue (zoned B‑2). Additional items included continuing the Forest Solar project and a rezoning request for 2207 Hartford Avenue to the February 3 meeting, and a discussion of draft revisions to land‑development regulations.

PB 25-62 – Approved variances and preliminary plan for three duplex units at 1140 Atwood Avenue (zoned B‑2).
PB 25-46 – Approved special use permit, variances, and plan for three commercial buildings and a drive‑through at 1465 & 1467 Atwood Avenue (zoned B‑2).
PB 25 – Forest Solar project: public hearing on two 0.5 MW solar arrays and one residential lot; motion to continue to Feb 3.
PB 25-67 – Rezoning request for 2207 Hartford Avenue; motion to continue to Feb 3.
PB 25-61 – Discussion of draft revisions to Land Development and Subdivision Review Regulations.

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ï»¿ CHAIRPERSON Joseph Lembo VICE-CHAIRPERSON George Lazzareschi SECRETARY Gina Sabitoni-Arakelian ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER Thomas E. Deller, AICP . Town of Johnston Planning Board 100 Irons Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919 TEL (401) 231-4000 Â Â FAX (401) 231-4181 MEMBERS Louis Prata Laura-Jean Ferranti Eric Carter Nicholas Samartino ALTERNATES Robert Pingitore Eric Peloquin BOARD COUNSEL Joseph R. Ballirano, Esq Â Approved Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 6 th , 2026, at 6:00 PM Johnston Senior Center, 1291 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI I. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL 6:01 P.M. Joseph Lembo, Chairperson, George Lazzareschi, Vice Chairperson, Gina Saabitoni-Arakelian, Secretary, Louis Prata, Member, Eric Cartier, Member, Nicholas Samartino, Member, Robert Pingitore, Alternate Member, Eric Peloquin, Alternate Member, Thomas E. Deller, AICP, Administrative Officer, Joseph R. Ballirano, Esq, Board Counsel, Debbie Pavone, Recording Secretary. II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES December 2 nd , 2025 â Mr. Lazzareschi made the motion to approve. Â Second by Mr. Pingitore. All in favor. III. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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