Pawtucket public meetings in 2024
28 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
License Commissioners Session
The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved several license renewals and new event permits, including beer and wine sales for Knights of Columbus events and a New Year's Eve dance. The board also voted to request additional reports on a local kennel.
- Approved First Class Renewals for Bufords Family Restaurant and D & D Market
- Approved beer and wine sales for Knights of Columbus Pro-Life Dinner and Valentine Dance
- Approved full privilege alcohol license for St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Church New Year's Eve dance
- Ordered filed communications regarding Harmony Kennel at 65 Patterson Avenue
- Voted to request additional reports on Harmony Kennel for the February 19, 2025 meeting
Jt. Fin./Pub. Works Committee
The joint Finance and Public Works Committee will meet on Dec. 11, 2024 at 6:10 p.m. in City Hall, Room 303. The agenda includes a public input period and a communication from City Engineer Eric Hammerschlag to council members regarding the RIDOT Municipal Road & Bridge Program. No decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Public Input Period – sign‑in at City Hall or join via Zoom
- Communication from City Engineer Eric Hammerschlag to council about RIDOT Municipal Road & Bridge Program
Claims Committee
The Committee on Claims and Pending Suits will discuss and consider specific financial claims against the city. This includes a vehicle claim involving a police vehicle and a previously denied pothole claim.
- Vehicle claim: Dianna Hashway for $2,338.25 and $5,000.00 (Police Vehicle)
- Pothole claim: Domingas G. Dacosta for $239.62 (previously denied and referred to RI Energy)
License Commissioners Session
The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved 33 liquor licenses at a December 11 meeting, including renewals for existing businesses and new licenses for establishments like High Motor Grille and Levy @ Tidewater Stadium.
- High Motor Grille approved for 342 East Avenue
- Levy @ Tidewater Stadium approved for 11 Tidewater Street
- Pawtucket Event Center approved for 245 Esten Avenue Unit C
- Lonsdale Liquors approved for transfer to 459 Mineral Spring Avenue
- Aloha Restaurant Lounge approved for 904 Main Street
License Commissioners Session
The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved a batch of entertainment and food service licenses, including a new beer and wine permit for Tacontento Mexican Restaurant with a midnight cutoff. The board also ordered a follow-up report on a kennel complaint.
- Approved Paint Night license for Selfie Lounge RI at 250 Main Street
- Approved new Class B Limited (Beer & Wine) license for Tacontento at 712 Broadway
- Approved 24-hour drive-thru license for Dunkin Donuts at 337 Armistice Blvd
- Approved renewal for Spin King Laundromat at 380 Cottage St
- Ordered follow-up report on Harmony Kennel at 65 Patterson Avenue
Claims Committee
The Committee on Claims and Pending Suits will discuss two vehicle damage claims related to potholes. The committee will also receive an update regarding Providence & Worcester Railroad Company tracks.
- Vehicle claim for Domingas G. Dacosta: $239.62 (Pothole)
- Vehicle claim for John Duffy: $1,445.83 (Pothole)
- Update on Providence & Worcester Railroad Company Tracks
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will discuss and consider two resolutions regarding tax abatements for motor vehicles, real estate, and tangibles. These resolutions cover two different periods of 2024.
- Tax abatement for April, May, and June 2024 in the amount of $2,899.92
- Tax abatement for July, August, and September 2024 in the amount of $255,894.22
License Commissioners Session
The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners met on November 6, 2024 and approved the reading of records and the consent agenda. The board approved petitions for new and renewal licenses, including Door to Door, Trinity Solar, ElectroMagnetic Pinball Museum, and several Victualling House First Class licenses. In a public hearing, the board granted renewals for Class A liquor licenses, Class T entertainment licenses, Class B limited and tavern licenses, and Class B victualer licenses, many with stipulations, by unanimous voice vote. No objections were recorded during the hearing.
- Approved new Door to Door license (2211 Allenwood Road, Wall, NJ, LIC#14602) and Trinity Solar petition
- Renewed ElectroMagnetic Pinball Museum license (881 Main St., LIC#GAM-24-1)
- Approved multiple Victualling House First Class new licenses (e.g., Agora E Minha Vez, 54 Sabin St., LIC#VIC-24-107)
- Granted Class A liquor license renewals with stipulations (e.g., Beverage Hill Liquors, 265 Beverage Hill Ave., LIC#LQA-24-4)
- Granted Class B limited license renewals (e.g., Maven’s Delicatessen, 727 East Ave., LIC#LQB-24-14)
Ad Hoc City Council Bldg. Rev. Cte.
The Ad Hoc City Hall Building Review Committee will meet on October 24, 2024 at City Hall, 137 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket. The agenda includes a public input period, review of the June 25, 2024 committee minutes, and presentations from Preserve Rhode Island and the RI Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission. The committee will also discuss scheduling the next meeting.
- Public Input Period – sign‑in at City Hall or join via Zoom
- Review of Committee Minutes dated 06/25/24
- Presentation by Preserve Rhode Island
- Presentation by RI Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission
- Discussion of date for the next meeting
License Commissioners Session
The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved several license petitions, covering entertainment events, a laundromat renewal, and a new tire shop with specific stipulations. A public hearing was held for the tire shop application, and the board adopted the requested stipulations. The board also approved an Autumn Daze event and a Halloween costume party, and ordered updated reports on Harmony Kennel to be sent before the next meeting.
- Approved tire shop & service license (LIC#AUT-24-104) at 145 Benefit St. with no painting, no body work, and enclosed dumpster stipulations
- Approved karaoke event license (LIC#EVT-24-74) at 142 South Bend St. for Oct 26‑27, 2024
- Approved Autumn Daze event license (LIC#EVT-24-75) at 125 Esten Ave. on Oct 26, 2024
- Approved Halloween costume party license (LIC#EVT-24-76) at 120 Webster St. on Oct 26, 2024
- Renewed Riverview Laundromat license (LIC#LAU-24-13) at 288 East Ave.
Claims Committee
The Pawtucket City Council Committee on Claims and Pending Suits will meet on Oct. 9, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall. The agenda includes a public input period and the review of a vehicle claim from Matthew Ward for $393.26 related to a pothole. The committee will discuss and consider the claim.
- Public input period – sign‑in at City Hall or join via Zoom
- Vehicle claim – Matthew Ward, $393.26 for pothole damage
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will hold a public input period for written or video testimony. It will review an ordinance on Local 1012 pay rates that has been postponed indefinitely. The committee will also consider two versions of a corrective ordinance for Local 1012 pay rates and a communication about amendments to pay rates for unclassified non‑union positions. Finally, it will discuss an ordinance that would repeal and replace the pay‑rate schedule for unclassified non‑union staff, including department heads and appointed officials.
- Public Input Period – email testimony to [email protected] or via Zoom.
- Ordinance repealing and replacing the schedule of pay rates for Local 1012 – postponed indefinitely.
- Ordinance repealing and replacing the schedule of pay rates for Local 1012 – corrective changes (substitute A).
- Communication from Chief of Staff Ryan Holt to Council President Terrence Mercer regarding amendment request for unclassified non‑union pay rates.
- Ordinance repealing and replacing the schedule of pay rates for unclassified non‑union positions, including heads of departments and appointed officials.
License Commissioners Session
The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved several license transfers, including a Class A liquor license to G’s Liquor at 400 Broadway, pending settlement of claims. They also approved a Class B license transfer and a Victualling House First Class transfer for Super Dragon Chinese Restaurant at 805 Broadway. Public hearings were held for these applications, and communications about the Harmony Kennel at 65 Patterson Avenue were continued to the October 23 meeting.
- Class A liquor license transfer to G’s Liquor (RJ’s Liquor) at 400 Broadway (LIC#16262) approved, subject to settlement of pending claims
- Class B license transfer for Super Dragon Chinese Restaurant (L & W Restaurant Inc.) at 805 Broadway (LIC#16261) approved
- Victualling House First Class license transfer for Super Dragon Chinese Restaurant at 805 Broadway (LIC#16260) approved
- Communications from Police Department and Zoning & Code Enforcement about Harmony Kennel at 65 Patterson Avenue/Street continued to Oct 23, 2024
- Consent agenda approved by unanimous voice vote
CANCELLED Sep. 25, 2024 - Finance Committee
The Finance Committee meeting scheduled for September 25, 2024 was cancelled. The agenda had listed a public input period and an ordinance to repeal and replace the schedule of pay rates for Local 1012 in §88-12 of the city code. Because the meeting was cancelled, no vote or decision will be made on the ordinance at this time.
- Ordinance repealing and replacing the schedule of pay rates for Local 1012 in §88-12 of the City Code of Ordinances (corrective changes)
License Commissioners Session
The Board of License Commissioners approved a Class B victualler license for The Industrial Café with specific operating hour restrictions. The board also held a hearing regarding noise and odor complaints at a local kennel and approved several one-day entertainment permits.
- Approved Class B license for The Industrial Café at 120 Webster Street, stipulated to close by midnight
- Requested police, zoning, and animal control reports regarding Harmony Dog Training LLC at 65 Patterson Avenue
- Approved new Hawker license for Providence Dumpling at 379 Benefit St.
- Approved new First Class Victualling House license for Natalies Pizza at 1479 Newport Ave.
- Approved entertainment and beer/wine licenses for the Pawtucket Film Festival at 190 Exchange Street and 175 Main Street
Claims Committee
The Pawtucket City Council Committee on Claims and Pending Suits will hold a meeting on September 11, 2024. The agenda includes a public input period, consideration of two vehicle claims for $417.51 and $228.70, and an update on Providence & Worcester Railroad Company tracks. The committee will discuss these items but no decisions are recorded in the agenda.
- Public Input Period – sign‑in at City Hall or join via Zoom 10 minutes early
- Vehicle claim – Gregorio Monteiro, $417.51 for a drain cover
- Vehicle claim – Patricia Gaffney, $228.70 for a window
- Update on Providence & Worcester Railroad Company tracks
Ordinance Committee
The Ordinance Committee will meet to discuss a proposed amendment to the city's zoning code. The meeting focuses on changing the official zoning map regarding a specific property.
- Proposed amendment to Chapter 410 (Zoning) to add 70 Lowden Street to the Historic District
License Commissioners Session
The Board of License Commissioners reviewed and approved several license renewals and new applications. Decisions included granting new licenses for a tattoo shop and a Colombian restaurant, as well as an indoor expansion for a pizzeria.
- Approved new tattoo license for Stone Lotus Tattoo at 31 Exchange Street
- Approved new Class B Victualler license for Las Delicias De Me Tierra at 285 Main Street
- Approved permanent indoor expansion and pool table license for Still on Main Pizzeria & Sports Bar at 250 Main Street
- Approved one-day outdoor entertainment and liquor license for Picos Restaurant & Hookah Lounge at 110 School Street with a 9:30 p.m. music cutoff
- Approved renewals for firearms, pigeon lofts, sign permits, victualling house, and waste haulers
License Commissioners Session
The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners held a regular session on August 21, 2024. The board approved the reading of the August 7 records, the consent agenda, and a series of entertainment license petitions, including karaoke events, a Dragon Boat Festival, and an Empanada Fest with a street closing. It also approved sign‑permit and waste‑hauler renewals and denied a license for Nos Cultura Our Culture. The meeting concluded with an adjournment at 12:13 p.m.
- Approved Dragon Boat Festival license (LIC#EVT-24-66) at Festival Pier, Tim Healey Way on Aug 31, 2024.
- Approved Empanada Fest license (LIC#EVT-24-65) to sell alcohol at 175‑264 Main St & 30 East Ave, with street closing, on Aug 31, 2024.
- Approved karaoke licenses (LIC#EVT-24-62, 63, 64) for James Ryan Post 33 at 142 South Bend St on multiple dates in Aug‑Sept 2024.
- Approved sign‑permit renewals for Minuteman Press (805 Central Ave) and New England Gold & Silver Jewelers (1571 Newport Ave).
- Approved waste‑hauler renewals for Brothers Disposal, Discount Disposal, Lavoie & Son, Ocean State Disposal, and Rambone Disposal.
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will discuss the issuance of general obligation refunding bonds. The committee will also consider a 20-year tax stabilization agreement for a property at 71 Dexter Street.
- Resolution authorizing the issuance of general obligation refunding bonds
- Resolution authorizing a 20-year tax stabilization agreement for PREG-DSC, LLC at 71 Dexter Street (AP44 LOT 618)
Claims Committee
The Pawtucket Claims Committee will meet to discuss vehicle damage claims and hold an executive session regarding a lien matter. The public can submit testimony via email or join the meeting via Zoom.
- Vehicle claims: Juan Hernandez ($367.50 pothole), Amilcar DaRosa ($350-$450 manhole)
- Executive session: IOD Lien Matter (Christopher Karalis) request for lien reduction
- Public input period via email or Zoom
- Meeting location: City Council Office, Room 303, 137 Roosevelt Avenue
- Meeting time: Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at 6:10 p.m.
Ordinance Committee
The Pawtucket Ordinance Committee will discuss amendments to the zoning ordinance to regulate accessory dwelling units and create riverfront development districts. The committee will also consider ordinances regarding annual report filings and a new chapter on graffiti.
- Amendment to Zoning Ordinance to Regulate Accessory Dwelling Units
- Amendment to Zoning Ordinance for Riverfront Development Districts
- Ordinance regarding filing of annual reports
- Ordinance adding Chapter 227 on Graffiti
- Public Input Period
License Commissioners Session
The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved a series of entertainment and alcohol licenses for events scheduled through September 2024. It also granted new licenses for a tattoo shop and an auto‑repair and used‑vehicle sales business. Several existing permits and waste‑hauler contracts were renewed, and a kennel‑license hearing was postponed.
- Karaoke license for James Ryan Post 33 at 142 South Bend Street (LIC#EVT-24-54, LIC#EVT-24-58)
- Palagis Ice Cream Summer Music Series at 55 Bacon Street (LIC#EVT-24-60, LIC#EVT-24-61)
- Ink Me Tattoos of Pawtucket license at 145 Newport Avenue (LIC#16239)
- Leer’s Auto Body Class A auto‑repair and used‑vehicle shop license at 15 York Avenue (LIC#AUT-24-103)
- Burbage Theatre Company beer and wine license for event at 59 Blackstone Avenue (LIC#EVT-24-59)
License Commissioners Session
The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved a series of license petitions during its July 24, 2024 meeting. Approvals included entertainment licenses for karaoke and a grand opening, new and renewed waste‑hauler permits, and a name‑change request for a local bar. The board also voted to allow Picos Restaurant & Hookah Lounge to expand its Class BV liquor license for outdoor service at a festival on August 10, 2024.
- License approved for James Ryan Post 33 to hold karaoke at 142 South Bend Street on July 24‑27, 2024 (7 p.m.–12 a.m.)
- License approved for Black Market Realty Grand Opening with DJ at 460 Smithfield Avenue on July 25, 2024 (10 a.m.–1 p.m.)
- New waste‑hauler permit approved for ETH Disposal LLC at 20 Industrial Road, Cumberland, RI
- License approved for Picos Restaurant & Hookah Lounge to provide outdoor entertainment and serve alcohol at 110 School Street on August 10, 2024 (3 p.m.–9 p.m., rain date Aug 11)
- Name‑change request approved for TO’s Bar & Grill to become Our Spot Bar & Grill at 562 Newport Avenue
Jt. Recr./City Prop.
The joint Recreation and City Property Committee will hold a public input period at the start of its July 22 meeting. It will continue a discussion with the Pawtucket Parks Commission about concerns at Slater Park and Sunset Park, a topic carried over from a November 8, 2023 meeting. No specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Public input period – sign‑in at City Hall or join via Zoom
- Continuation of discussion with Pawtucket Parks Commission about concerns at Slater Park
- Continuation of discussion with Pawtucket Parks Commission about concerns at Sunset Park
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will consider ratifying new contracts for AFSCME Local 3960 and Local 1012 effective July 1, 2024. The committee will also review ordinances to update pay rates for these unions and non-union positions.
- Ratification of contract with AFSCME Local 3960 (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2027)
- Ordinance to update pay rates for Local 3960
- Ratification of contract with AFSCME Local 1012 (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2027)
- Ordinance to update pay rates for Local 1012
- Pay rate amendment for Bilingual Program Coordinator position
Claims Committee
The Committee on Claims and Pending Suits will meet to consider various legal matters and communications. The agenda includes a review of pending litigation and a request for a lien reduction. Additionally, the committee will receive an update regarding Providence & Worcester Railroad Company tracks.
- Litigation: Pawtucket Power Associates, L.P. v. Robert Burns, Tax Assessor
- Request for lien reduction regarding IOD Lien Matter (Christopher Karalis)
- Update on Providence & Worcester Railroad Company Tracks
License Commissioners Session
The Board of License Commissioners approved several new entertainment and food service licenses, including a new Class T license for 150 Main Street. Some applications, such as those for Bandidos Mexican Restaurant, were postponed until July 24, 2024. Additionally, an informal hearing was scheduled to address noise complaints regarding Harmony Dog Training.
- Approved new Class T (Theatre) license for Paint and Vino at 150 Main Street
- Postponed Bandidos Mexican Restaurant license applications until July 24, 2024
- Scheduled an August 7, 2024, informal hearing regarding noise complaints at Harmony Dog Training
- Approved outdoor expansion permits for Clube Social Portugues and News Café
- Approved various entertainment licenses including Palagis Ice Cream Summer Music Series