Tiverton public meetings in 2021
41 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held its regular meeting on December 13, 2021, covering routine approvals, public hearings, and several new initiatives. Key actions included accepting a $100,000 civic contribution from Tiverton Power, approving a solar ordinance working group, and establishing a subcommittee to review the Financial Town Referendum and personnel requirements. The council also approved a harbor management ordinance amendment and re-appointed the Harbormaster.
- Accepted $100,000 civic contribution from Tiverton Power, LLC
- Approved creation of Solar Ordinance Working Group to draft solar ordinance by April 25, 2022
- Rescinded Financial Town Referendum Advisory Committee, established new subcommittee to advise on charter changes
- Approved amendment to Boats and Waterways ordinance (Sections 14-62, 14-63) for consistency with Home Rule Charter
- Re-appointed Tyler Loomis as Harbormaster for term expiring 12/31/2022
Zoning Board of Review
The Tiverton Zoning Board of Review met on December 1, 2021, and voted unanimously to grant a dimensional variance for a buildable lot at 0 High Hill Road, allowing reduced frontage. Two other petitions (Citizens ATM at Dollar General and Vincent Paquette) were continued to January 5, 2022, due to board member absences. The board also tabled approval of July and September minutes and discussion of amended forms and rules of procedure until the next meeting.
- Granted dimensional variance to Richard St. Aubin for 0 High Hill Road, reducing required 120-foot frontage to 70 feet (R80 zone)
- Continued Citizens ATM @ Dollar General, 567 Main Rd, special use permit to January 5, 2022
- Continued Vincent Paquette, 35 Hancock St, variance to January 5, 2022
- Tabled approval of July and September 2021 meeting minutes
- Tabled discussion of amended forms and rules of procedure
Special Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a special meeting to hear public comment and discussion on the proposed Zoning Ordinance Article XXIV Solar Energy Systems. The council also approved several license renewals and authorized the hiring of two town positions. No final decision was made on the solar ordinance, which remains under discussion.
- Public hearing and discussion on proposed solar energy zoning ordinance (Article XXIV)
- Approved victualling license renewals for Plouf Plouf Gasteronomie (2490 Main Road) and Sip N Dip (2 Crandall Road, 499 Main Road)
- Approved petroleum storage license renewal for Tiverton Sun (497 Main Road)
- Approved advertising and hiring of a Land Use Clerk
- Approved advertising and hiring of a Canvassing Clerk or replacement position
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a regular meeting on November 22, 2021, approving a wide range of license renewals and new licenses, including liquor, tobacco, junkyard, and petroleum storage licenses. The council also approved a contract for the Fogland Stormwater Project design, a tree lighting ceremony, and recognized the high school soccer team. A private detective license renewal was tabled for a future meeting.
- Approved $3,043.78 in tax abatements
- Approved new tobacco and petroleum storage licenses for Quick Fuel Stop, 861 Main Rd
- Approved quarry license transfer to Helger Bros. Sand & Gravel LLC, 1764 Crandall Road
- Approved contract to GZA Geoenvironmental Inc for Fogland Stormwater Project design
- Approved tree lighting ceremony at Fort Barton/Town Hall on Dec 4
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a regular meeting on November 8, 2021, covering consent agenda items, appointments, and general business. The most consequential item was a discussion and series of votes on allocating $682,500 in casino gaming revenue to the School Committee, with competing proposals for bathroom renovations, a media center, and a graphics arts lab. After several failed motions, the council voted to reconsider and approve $682,500 for bathroom and locker room renovations. The council also approved $450,000 in CARES Act funding for police and fire expenses, and discussed trash and drug problems at Two Rod Way.
- Approved $682,500 in casino gaming revenue for school bathroom/locker room renovations (reconsidered vote 5-1-1)
- Approved $450,000 in CARES funding: $50,000 police overtime, $50,000 police/fire radios, $260,000 ambulance, $75,000 fire overtime, $15,000 PPE
- Approved $27,232.45 in tax assessor abatements
- Approved advertising for bids for recreational facility and turf management services for 2022
- Discussed trash/drug problems at Two Rod Way; police to increase patrols, possible road closure requires public hearing
Zoning Board of Review
The Tiverton Zoning Board of Review heard four petitions. It granted a dimensional variance to Donna Silveira to demolish and rebuild a home at 35 Mount Hope Ave, and a variance to Jennifer Jackson for a 1,080 sq ft barn at 24 Lake Road. A request by Vincent Paquette for a detached garage at 35 Hancock Street was continued to next month. A special use permit for a drive-up ATM at Dollar General, 567 Main Road, was also on the agenda.
- Variance granted to Donna Silveira, 35 Mount Hope Ave, to replace 696 sq ft home with 1,620 sq ft two-story home, with front setback 13'8" (40' required) and side setback 5' (25' required)
- Variance granted to Jennifer Jackson, 24 Lake Road, for 1,080 sq ft barn (864 sq ft allowed) in R-80 zone
- Continuance granted to Vincent Paquette, 35 Hancock Street, for detached garage 21.5' from front property line (40' required) pending clean surveyor's plan
- Special use permit requested by Kelly Ley, State Permits Inc., for drive-up ATM at Dollar General, 567 Main Road
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Town Council accepted the Planning Board's findings regarding a solar ordinance review and scheduled a public hearing for November 29, 2021. The Council also discussed firefighter recruitment strategies and reviewed various board appointments.
- Public hearing scheduled for November 29, 2021, regarding solar ordinance
- Approved indoor shooting range license for East Bay Ammunition, LLC
- Approved tax assessor abatements totaling $2,592.88
- Re-appointment of Susan Anderson to the Historic Preservation Advisory Board
- Police pension funding status increased to 90% as of July 1, 2021
Special Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a special meeting to discuss and vote on allocating $3.1 million in casino gaming revenue for capital improvements. The council conditionally approved up to $2 million for school projects, pending School Committee approval, and up to $1.1 million for municipal projects, excluding the animal shelter. They also directed the Town Administrator to set up restricted accounts for reimbursements and unused funds.
- Approved up to $2,000,000 for school capital projects including bathroom refurbishments ($850,000), light pole replacement ($290,000), and dishwasher replacement ($55,000)
- Approved up to $1,100,000 for municipal projects including Recycling Center ($650,000), Police Cars ($100,000), and Tax Assessor/Tax Collector System ($80,000)
- Excluded Animal Shelter ($75,000) from municipal funding; added $35,000 to Police Cars - Admin
- Directed Town Administrator to create restricted accounts for reimbursements and unused funds
- Discussed potential future uses of casino gaming revenue beyond FY2022
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a regular meeting on October 12, 2021, approving consent agenda items, including tax abatements and write-offs, and taking action on several general business items. They approved advertising for bids for land clearing at the proposed Recycle Center, discussed firefighter/EMT recruitment, and approved contract changes for the Town Administrator and a maternity/FMLA addendum for a planner. The council also entered executive session to discuss property protection and a potential opioid settlement.
- Approved tax assessor abatements totaling $3,917.12 and uncollectable tax abatements totaling $76,127.81
- Approved advertising for bids for land clearing and grubbing for proposed Recycle Center and Road
- Approved contractual changes for Town Administrator Christopher Cotta, including town health coverage and 3% salary increase
- Approved contract addendum for Planner Siciliano for maternity/FMLA, including work-from-home flexibility and 3 weeks paid leave (5-1 vote)
- Discussed recruitment, hiring, and retention of Firefighter/EMT personnel
CANCELLED - Oct. 4, 2021 - Special Town Council Meeting
This special Town Council meeting scheduled for October 4, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda had listed a discussion and possible vote on allocating Casino Gaming Revenue per Tiverton Code of Ordinance Section 2-107, but no meeting occurred.
- Meeting cancelled
- Agenda item: allocation of Casino Gaming Revenue per Tiverton Code of Ordinance Section 2-107
CANCELLED - Sep. 20, 2021 - Special Town Council Meeting
This special Town Council meeting scheduled for September 20, 2021 was cancelled. The agenda had included a discussion and possible vote on allocating Casino Gaming Revenue per Tiverton Code of Ordinance Section 2-107, but no meeting will take place.
- Meeting cancelled
- Agenda item: allocation of Casino Gaming Revenue per Tiverton Code of Ordinance Section 2-107
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council approved a liquor license expansion for Sports Kitchen, LLC, a fire truck purchase agreement with a $50,000 deposit, and a tax stabilization agreement with Tiverton Power, LLC. The council also referred a proposed solar energy zoning ordinance to the Planning Board and approved several ordinance amendments.
- Approved liquor license expansion for Sports Kitchen, LLC at 300 Industrial Way (beer and wine, inside service only)
- Approved purchase agreement for Rosenbauer Quint fire truck with $50,000 deposit (approx. $900K)
- Ratified Tax Stabilization Agreement with Tiverton Power, LLC at 304 Progress Way (extra $360,000 in first year)
- Referred solar energy systems zoning ordinance to Planning Board for recommendations
- Approved amendments to tobacco license expiration, sound variance recording, and truck route street name change
Zoning Board of Review
The Board voted unanimously to deny a special use permit for a public storage facility at 2139 Main Road due to insufficient evidence regarding traffic and security. The Board also approved a variance for an onsite wastewater treatment system upgrade at 197 Neck Road.
- Denied Special Use Permit for a 60-unit public storage facility at 2139 Main Road
- Approved variance to alter the Onsite Wastewater Treatment System at 197 Neck Road
- Determined a daycare center petition for 2423 Main Road did not require a special use permit
- Continued a dimensional variance petition for a 1,080 S.F. barn on Lake Road until next month
Special Town Council Meeting
The Town Council held a workshop to discuss a proposed ordinance for regulating short-term rentals. The discussion included potential requirements for special use permits, owner occupancy, and annual registration fees.
- Proposed $100 annual registration fee for short-term rental special use permit applications
- Proposed requirement for owners to occupy a unit or parcel at least 260 days per year
- Unanimous approval of the National Grid Pole Petition for 3 Rod Way (Fogland Beach)
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council approved a budget transfer of $64,000 for bulldozer repairs and authorized hiring a part-time clerk for the Senior Center. The Council also appointed Christine Francis to the Newport and Bristol County Convention and Visitors' Bureau.
- $64,000 transfer from Personnel Services to Bulldozer Repairs account
- Approval of $7,157.98 in Tax Assessor Abatements
- Authorization to hire a part-time clerk for the Senior Center
- Appointment of Christine Francis to the Convention and Visitors' Bureau
- Special event license approval for 9/11 Memorial Concert at Amicable Congregational Church
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a regular meeting on August 10, 2021, approving a consent agenda, several licenses, appointments, and multiple items of general business. Key actions included authorizing advertisements for a new fire truck, bids for landfill and recycling projects, a public hearing on solar energy zoning, and a 9/11 memorial plan. The council also tabled a short-term rental ordinance discussion and a fee schedule item.
- Approved $2,050.53 in tax assessor abatements
- Approved victualling, tobacco, and petroleum licenses for Joe's Kwik Marts, 1308 Stafford Road
- Authorized advertising for a Quint fire truck per FY2022 budget
- Authorized advertising for bids on Landfill Closure and Recycling Center projects
- Authorized public hearing for Solar Energy Systems zoning ordinance (Article XXIV)
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held its regular meeting on July 26, 2021, covering consent agenda items, public hearings, and several ordinances. Key actions included approving a truck weight restriction amendment, amending the casino gaming revenue ordinance to include sports betting, and hearing updates on landfill closure and recycling center projects. The council also approved special event licenses for two charity events and discussed a watershed collaboration proposal with Fall River and Westport.
- Approved ordinance amending Chapter 78 to restrict trucks over four tons on certain streets, striking Kenyon Road reference and controlled substance section
- Amended casino gaming revenue ordinance to include sports betting (RIGL 42-61.2-5), passed 4-3
- Landfill closure cost estimate increased to $11M; operating license extended to November 30, 2022
- Recycling center project cost estimate increased to $1M; construction expected spring 2022
- Approved sound variances and special event licenses for Singing Out Against Hunger events at 2335 and 1791 Main Road
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a regular meeting, approving consent agenda items, licenses, and contracts. They discussed using casino gaming revenue for school and municipal capital expenditures, with the school superintendent noting a $600,000 reduction in state aid. The council also heard public comments on aquaculture development in Nannaquaket Pond and Seapowet, and referred a draft Solar Ordinance for review.
- Public hearing on casino gaming revenue use for school and municipal capital expenditures; school superintendent cited $600,000 state aid cut
- Approved sound variance and special event permit for Pardon Gray Day, Sept 18, 2021, 10am-4pm
- Approved antique license for Antiques At Olde Tiverton, 1019 Main Road
- Approved special event license for Cystic Fibrosis Cycle Ride, Sept 18, 2021, 7:30am-3:30pm
- Referred draft Solar Ordinance to Solicitor and Planner for review
Financial Town Meeting
The Tiverton Financial Town Hearing on July 1, 2021, presents the FY2022 budget proposal and related resolutions for public comment before the July 17, 2021 referendum. Voters will consider a single budget proposal that appropriates funds for schools and municipal operations, with a property tax levy increase of 3.6% over the prior year. The meeting also includes several proposed resolutions restricting certain funds for specific purposes.
- Appropriate $32,506,856 for School Department General Operating expenses
- Appropriate $21,611,236 for Municipal Operations and Capital Expenses
- Levy property tax not to exceed $40,522,659 (3.6% increase over prior year)
- Motor Vehicle Tax Levy not to exceed $1,355,000
- Resolution to restrict 25% of Industrial Park sale proceeds for park development
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a regular meeting on June 28, 2021, approving a consent agenda, several public hearings, and multiple business items. Key actions included ratifying a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the police union (IBPO Local #406), approving zoning map amendments for 15 parcels, and approving numerous budget transfers. The council also heard public input on using casino gaming revenue for school and municipal capital expenditures.
- Ratified three-year contract with IBPO Local #406 (July 1, 2021–June 30, 2024), holding Article VI, Section 1(a) in abeyance
- Approved zoning map amendments for 15 parcels from Residential to Open Space
- Approved budget transfers totaling $18,130 for DPW and $60,000 for Fire Department
- Approved sound variance for Sakonnet Schooners Youth Football Family Fun Day at Tiverton Middle School (July 17-18)
- Approved victualling license for Bajah's Cat Café at 137 Main Road
Special Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a special meeting to discuss and vote on budget resolutions, including setting aside funds from Industrial Park sales, real estate conveyance tax for open space, and transfers to paving and capital accounts. They also discussed short-term rental regulations and considered adding an agenda item about casino gaming revenue. The meeting included procedural updates on the upcoming Financial Town Referendum.
- Adopted Resolution #18: 25% of Industrial Park sale proceeds to be set aside for park development, with carryover to FY2023
- Adopted Resolution #11: 25% of Real Estate Conveyance Tax for open space in FY2022 (passed 6-1)
- Adopted Resolution #7: Transfer 25% of unexpended Municipal Expense appropriation to Paving/Drainage and Capital Expenditure accounts
- Discussed short-term rental ordinance options; sub-committee formed with Councilors Cook, Edwards, Burk
- Financial Town Referendum set for July 17, 2021; voter registration deadline June 16
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a regular meeting on May 24, 2021, approving a new beach parking fee structure, granting sound variances for two weddings, and approving several licenses and permits. The council also discussed litter issues at Nanaquaket Point Road and heard a presentation from Cox Communications on broadband improvements.
- Approved amended beach parking fees: $10 season pass for residents (includes free trash bags), $10 weekday/$20 weekend for non-residents
- Approved sound variance for wedding at 20 Fogland Road on July 24, 2021, 5-10 pm
- Approved sound variance for wedding at 30 Island View Drive on September 25, 2021, 2:30-9 pm
- Approved victualling license for Del's Lemonade at 115 Stafford Road, subject to zoning requirements
- Approved special event permits for two 5K runs: Courtney Roderick Run for Recovery (July 24) and K9 Memorial Park 5K (June 6)
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a regular meeting on May 10, 2021, covering routine approvals, public hearings, and new business. The council approved a resolution establishing a Financial Town Referendum and Personnel Changes Advisory Committee, raised the number of BV liquor licenses to 30, and discussed the FY22 levy, which currently exceeds the 4% cap. Several items were tabled for further research, including a Planning Board fee schedule and a restricted funds account for beach parking revenue.
- Approved resolution creating Financial Town Referendum and Personnel Changes Advisory Committee (6-1)
- Approved amendment to Code of Ordinances Chapter 6, Section 6-9, increasing BV liquor licenses to 30
- Approved RIRRC Tiverton FY22 & FY23 Municipal Agreement
- Approved $6,950.00 for Town Farm site survey with Engineering Concepts
- Discussed FY22 levy overage at 7.64%, needing $1,372,901.24 in cuts to reach 4% cap
Special Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a special meeting to approve the FY 2021/2022 budget and revenue estimates, and to authorize the purchase of used trucks with plows. The council also entered executive session to interview candidates for the vacant Building Official position, but took no votes there. The approved budget includes $21,897,596 for general operations, $115,000 for capital, and $170,140 for municipal finance payments.
- Approved FY2021/2022 revenue estimates of $12,875,573 in non-tax revenue
- Approved $21,897,596 for general town operations
- Approved $115,000 for capital, including $100,000 for first-year payment on Quint apparatus and $15,000 for Library Capital Request
- Approved $500,000 from General Fund to offset expenses
- Authorized purchase of used truck with warranty for $40,400 and second truck when available
Town Council Workshop
The Tiverton Town Council held a workshop meeting focused on a presentation by Lynne Radiches, Staff Attorney from the Rhode Island Ethics Commission, covering the Code of Ethics for town officials, staff, and board members. The presentation included topics such as conflicts of interest, recusal, nepotism, and financial disclosure, followed by a question-and-answer period. No other business was conducted; the meeting adjourned after the presentation.
- Ethics presentation by Lynne Radiches from RI Ethics Commission
- Discussion of recusal vs. abstaining, ex-spouses, and former wards as family members
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a regular meeting on April 26, 2021, approving a consent agenda, a sound variance for a wedding, and several board appointments. They also discussed economic development, a shellfish lease, and entered executive session for collective bargaining and potential litigation.
- Approved sound variance for wedding at 12 Point View Drive on May 15, 2021, 4-10 pm
- Reappointed Richard Guimond to Recycling-Landfill and Conservation Committees; Chris Roemlein to Recreation Commission; Peter Bramante and James W. Pelletier to Arts Council
- Awarded turf management contract to GS Lawn & Garden (6-1, Councilor Perry abstained)
- Approved purchase of 2 Stryker Lucas 3 Chest Compression Systems
- Entered executive session for collective bargaining (IBPO), employee discussion, and potential litigation on Revere Power revaluation
Special Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a special meeting to review the FY 2021/2022 budget. They approved a fire department salary account of $2,408,283 and reduced the snow removal account to $50,000. No action was taken on revenue estimates or other budget items. The council also entered executive session for collective bargaining with IBPO, but no votes were taken.
- Approved Fire Department Salary Account 3310 at $2,408,283
- Reduced Snow Removal Account 5540-6451 to $50,000
- Discussed Sand, Salt, Gravel account averages; no vote
- Executive session on IBPO collective bargaining; no votes
- Next budget meetings scheduled for April 28 and May 5, 2021
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a regular meeting, approving routine consent agenda items, several board appointments, and budget transfers for the DPW and Fire Department. The council also voted to advertise for zoning map updates, authorized research into short-term rental regulations, and approved a per diem contract for an interim building official.
- Approved DPW budget transfers including $38,000 for dozer repairs and $9,000 for engineering testing permits
- Approved Fire Department budget transfers totaling $26,700 for telephones, software, and apparatus maintenance
- Approved advertising for zoning map updates to align with the 2018 Comp Plan, affecting 15 parcels
- Authorized research on short-term rental regulations, including contacting the League of Cities and Towns
- Approved per diem contract for interim Building Official John Hoyle
Special Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a special meeting to review and vote on preliminary FY 2021/2022 budget items, including line items and capital expenses. They approved several budget accounts, adjusted pension plans, and made cuts to capital and other accounts. Revenue estimates were discussed but no vote was taken, and further budget reviews are planned.
- Approved Insurance $3,154,000
- Approved Pension Plans $1,409,174
- Removed Rotator Firefighter (2) $118,607, added $25,000 to Overtime
- Removed $237,304 from Municipal Capital (e.g., Recycling Center Construction $125,000)
- Reduced Tree Removal to $10,000 and Minor Equipment Replacement to $90,000
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council voted 6-1 to rescind Resolution 19-01, which supported the Second Amendment and opposed infringement of the right to bear arms. The council also approved several routine items, including tax abatements, license renewals, and appointments to the Housing Authority and Harbormaster. They discussed and approved advertising for turf management services, authorized the purchase of three police vehicles, and established a Dog Park Advisory Committee.
- Rescinded Resolution 19-01 supporting the Second Amendment (6-1 vote)
- Approved $988.83 in tax assessor abatements
- Authorized bid for 3 police vehicles up to $145,933.05
- Established Dog Park Advisory Committee with 17 members
- Approved advertising amendment to increase BV liquor license limit to 30
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council meeting held on March 22, 2021, was continued to the following week. This decision was made because of reported internet service outages in North Tiverton to ensure public participation.
- Motion passed unanimously to continue all agenda items to March 29, 2021
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a regular meeting on March 8, 2021, where it voted to amend the casino gaming revenue ordinance, extending the sunset provision from June 30, 2021 to June 30, 2022, and adjusting fiscal year language. The council also discussed a request to repeal a 2019 Second Amendment resolution, agreeing to place it on the next agenda for a vote. Other actions included approving consent agenda items, a private detective license renewal, and appointments.
- Approved consent agenda including tax abatements totaling $1,671.00
- Voted to extend sunset provision in Casino Gaming Revenue ordinance to 6/30/2022
- Agreed to place repeal of Resolution 19-01 (Second Amendment support) on next agenda
- Established Casino Gaming Revenue Advisory Committee with 6-1 vote
- Appointed Thomas Connolly as Assistant Solicitor for Prosecutions
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a regular meeting on February 22, 2021, approving portions of the FY22 budget for police, fire, and legal services, and reaffirming capital spending from the Capital Reserve Fund. They also discussed proposed cistern regulations, tabled a housing authority appointment, and postponed the annual financial report presentation. The meeting included several unanimous votes and one failed motion regarding fire department salaries.
- Approved $3,512,747 total police department budget (salaries $3,078,547, contractual $188,300, operations $245,900)
- Approved fire department salaries $2,525,670 (reduced overtime to $125,000, removed Deputy Chief line) and operations $394,200
- Approved legal services budget of $267,500
- Approved $419,500 from Capital Reserve Fund for DPW plow, recycle center, police vehicles, harbormaster trailer, waterfront infrastructure, Town Farm security, and two Lucas chest compression devices
- Tabled sound variance for wedding at 59 Nanaquaket Road (approved later) and housing authority reappointment of Jeannie-Mae Durfee
Special Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a special meeting to review and vote on individual line items and capital expenses for the FY 2021/2022 budget. The council approved the library's $597,500 operating budget and a $15,000 capital request, along with budgets for the Harbor Commission, Economic Development, Senior Services, and Public Works. A notable decision was to reduce the paving budget from $750,000 to $375,000.
- Approved Library Services annual budget of $597,500 (6-1) and $15,000 capital request
- Reduced Paving budget from $750,000 to $375,000 (5-2)
- Approved Rubbish/Recycling Collection budget of $729,200
- Approved Senior Citizens Services budget of $123,500 and $10,000 Senior Center Renovation capital request
- Approved water quality testing of $250 and Harbor & Coastal Management budget of $550
Special Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a special virtual meeting to review and vote on individual FY2021/2022 budget line items. The council unanimously approved budgets for the Tax Collector, Tax Assessor, Revaluation, Town Hall Operating Expenses, Town Administrator, Planning Board, Land Use, and Zoning Board of Review. They also scheduled future meetings to review remaining departments.
- Approved Tax Collector budget of $164,651
- Approved Tax Assessor budget of $171,017
- Approved Revaluation budget of $55,000
- Approved $40,000 software upgrade for Collection and Assessor's Office
- Approved Land Use budget of $311,100
Special Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a special meeting to review and take preliminary votes on the FY 2021/2022 budget, focusing on capital expenses and individual line items. The council approved several budget accounts and allocated $404,500 from the Capital Reserve Fund for items including a DPW plow truck, a Quint fire truck, police vehicles, and other equipment. Discussion also covered restricted accounts, police vehicle rental fees, and future capital improvement reviews.
- Approved $404,500 from Capital Reserve Fund for DPW plow truck ($90,000), Quint fire truck first payment ($100,000), police vehicles ($165,000), Harbormaster trailer ($8,500), waterfront infrastructure ($10,000), Town Farm security ($16,000), Lucas Chest Compression ($15,000)
- Approved Parks and Recreation budgets: Beaches $48,300, Summer Recreation $23,000, Events $1,500
- Approved Harbormaster Account budget of $30,235
- Approved $225,000 for Recycling Center, $7,304 for TPD telephone recording, $20,000 for TPD server, $10,000 for DPW Main Building repairs, $10,000 for Town Hall repairs
- Discussed police vehicle rental fees and potential ordinance to restrict funds for vehicle purchases
Special Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a regular meeting, approving the consent agenda and a resolution supporting lifting COVID-19 restrictions on small businesses. A public hearing on a sound variance request for a wedding was continued to the next meeting. The council began reviewing the FY 2021/2022 budget, starting with the Public Works Department, and scheduled three budget review meetings. The council also entered executive session to discuss the Assistant Solicitor – Prosecution position.
- Approved tax abatements totaling $2,186.59
- Continued sound variance request for wedding at 59 Nanaquaket Road to 2/22/21
- Approved advertising technical amendments to animal nuisance ordinance (Article I, Sections 10-1, 10-2, 10-3)
- Reviewed FY 2021/2022 Public Works budget request; no votes taken
- Scheduled budget meetings for Feb 13, 16, and 20
CANCELLED - Feb. 2, 2021 - Special Town Council Meeting
This special Town Council meeting, scheduled for February 2, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda would have included discussion and potential preliminary votes on the FY 2021/2022 budget, including line items and capital expenses, as well as planning for future budget reviews.
- Meeting cancelled
- FY 2021/2022 budget discussion and potential preliminary votes
- Public Works Department budget review
- Planning for future budget reviews
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council held a joint workshop with the Tiverton Wastewater District to review the town's wastewater management history and services. They discussed a recommended action plan that includes updating the town ordinance, adding staff, and proposing a $20 per household annual fee for properties with onsite wastewater treatment systems. No final decisions were made; the items were only discussed.
- Proposed $20.00 annual fee per household with an OWTS under Section 18-9.11
- Update Town Ordinance Section 18-9
- Develop a 5 Year OWTS plan
- Increase resource to full time person
- Request update to Municipal Court legislation for wastewater enforcement
Joint Town Council Workshop
The Town Council, School Committee, and Budget Committee met to review initial budget information for the upcoming fiscal year. The School Committee presented a preliminary budget of $32,506,856, while the Town Council prepared to begin reviewing municipal department needs.
- $32,506,856 preliminary School Department budget presented
- Upcoming January 23rd workshop to review Police and Fire budgets
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Tiverton Town Council met virtually and approved a stop sign at the intersection of Cathy Lane and Merritt Ave to address speeding and cut-through traffic. The council also ratified a contract with Kompan for Town Farm playground projects, made several appointments, and amended its governance policy. Updates were given on CARES Act funds, a special referendum, and COVID compliance.
- Approved stop sign at Cathy Lane and Merritt Ave (ordinance amendment)
- Ratified contract with Kompan for Town Farm grant projects (with $64K year-end savings)
- Appointed three members to Budget Committee: John Edwards, Daniel J. Deren, Michael Janick
- Reappointed Barbara Pelletier to Historic Preservation Advisory Board
- Amended Town Council Governance Policy (virtual meetings, public comment limits, emergency powers)