Barrington public meetings in 2021
39 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Committee on Appropriations
The Committee on Appropriations is meeting to review and act on the November 9, 2021 meeting minutes and to hear a presentation on the COA review process. Public comment will be taken. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no specific funding decisions or contracts listed.
- Review and act on November 9, 2021 meeting minutes
- COA Review Process Presentation
- Public comment period
Town Council Meeting
The Barrington Town Council is meeting to discuss and act on several items, including public hearings on an ordinance amendment for restaurants with outdoor seating areas and the renewal of a declaration of emergency. The council will also consider resolutions honoring officials, appointments to boards, and various bids and grants. The agenda includes routine consent items and several discussion items on topics like minimum wage and land acknowledgment.
- Public hearing on ordinance amendment to Chapter 185 Zoning, Article XVIII (Restaurants with Outdoor Seating Areas)
- Public hearing on renewal of Ordinance 2021-24 (Declaration of Emergency)
- Award bid to Pare Corp. for South Lake Drive engineering testing and conceptual plans ($13,600 plus 10% contingency)
- Authorize $9,205 for Fuss & O'Neil engineering fees for Walker Farm Resilience and Recreational Improvement Project
- Discuss and act on outdoor recreation grants for Haines Park improvements and pickleball court upgrades at Chianese
Special Town Council Meeting
This is a special Town Council meeting focused on introducing the newly selected Town Manager, Phil Hervey, who discussed his future goals for Barrington. No other business or decisions are on the agenda.
- Introduction of new Town Manager Phil Hervey
- Hervey discussed future goals for the Town of Barrington
Joint Legislative Forum
The Barrington School Committee and Town Council held a joint legislative forum with state senators and representatives to discuss local priorities. Topics included bike path bridge construction, climate change, virtual public meeting access, road and sidewalk improvements, and use of American Rescue Plan funds. The meeting was informational, with no formal votes taken beyond adjournment.
- Bike path bridge construction concerns
- Climate change effects on Barrington
- Advocating for better roads and sidewalks with DOT
- Discussion of American Rescue Funds spending
- Unfunded mandates like Right to Read Act training
Special Town Council Meeting
This special Town Council meeting is primarily to hold an executive session to select a Town Manager, a personnel matter. The council will also consider approving a victualling (food service) license for Thrive Tribe Café for both 2021 and 2022.
- Approve 2021 victualling license for Thrive Tribe Café, 60 Maple Avenue, owner Jacquelyn Smith
- Approve 2022 victualling license for Thrive Tribe Café, 60 Maple Avenue, owner Jacquelyn Smith
- Executive session under RIGL 42-46-5(a)(1) for personnel — selection of a Town Manager
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Barrington Town Council is meeting to discuss and act on a consent agenda of routine items, including reappointments and reports, and will hold public hearings on liquor license renewals, acquiring two right-of-way parcels, and zoning amendments. The council will also consider appointments to boards, a bid for website design, and naming a throwing facility field after Coach Robert Gourley.
- Public hearing on liquor license renewals for 16 establishments, including Brickyard Wine & Spirits, Grapes and Grains, and East Bay Oyster Bar
- Public hearing on acquiring right-of-way parcels between 7 and 11 Opechee Drive and between 11 and 15 Bowden Avenue
- Introduction of ordinance amendment to Chapter 185 Zoning for restaurants with outdoor seating areas
- Public hearing on ordinance amendment to add §41-101 Relief of Injured and Deceased Police Officers
- Award bid for website design
Town Council as Trustees of the Amey Tucker Spencer Fund
The Barrington Town Council, acting as trustees of the Amey Tucker Spencer Fund, will discuss and act on the FY2022 budget, including the Spencer Trust administrator position and management fees. They will also consider a standardized nonprofit funding application, home repair loan limits, and guidelines for the Emergent Fund. Public comment is scheduled before adjournment.
- FY2022 budget for Spencer Trust administrator position and management fees
- Standardized application for nonprofit funding from the annual Spencer Trust budget
- Home repair outstanding loan limits
- Guidelines for assistance from the Emergent Fund
- Minutes from June 29, 2021
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Barrington Town Council is meeting to discuss and act on several policy items, including an anti-harassment resolution, the Ad Hoc Field Committee, solar fields, minimum wage questions, and a street parking update. They will also consider appointments, bids, ordinances, and a consent agenda with routine items. The meeting includes a public comment period and an executive session for property acquisition.
- Discuss and Act on Anti-Harassment Legislation Resolution
- Discuss and Act on Solar Fields
- Discuss and Act on Minimum Wage: Questions and Date
- Award Bid for Fire Department: Purchase of Engine/Pumper
- Public Hearing: Ordinance 2021-15 on hospital, medical, and dental coverage
Executive Session
The Barrington Town Council is meeting in executive session to discuss the acquisition of property under RIGL 42-46-5(a)(5) and to review minutes from the September 13, 2021 meeting for placement on the October 4, 2021 agenda. This is a closed session; no public discussion or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Executive session under RIGL 42-46-5(a)(5) for property acquisition
- Discussion of September 13, 2021 minutes for October 4, 2021 agenda
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Barrington Town Council is meeting to discuss and act on routine consent items, several public hearings, appointments to boards and commissions, and various operational matters. Key actions include public hearings on three ordinance amendments (hospital/medical/dental coverage, license class/number/fee, and renewal of a declaration of emergency) and a liquor license for Prince Ali's Kebab. The council will also consider bids for resiliency planning consultant services, a 2022 police vehicle purchase, and an executive artistic director for the summer theatre, plus discuss the Facilities Master Plan and other items.
- Public hearing on ordinance 2021-15 amending Chapter 33 §33-35 (hospital, medical and dental coverage)
- Public hearing on ordinance 2021-16 amending Chapter 63 §63-8 (license class, number and fee)
- Public hearing on BV liquor license for Sowams A.M. d/b/a Prince Ali's Kebab, 305 Sowams Road
- Award bids for resiliency planning consultant services, 2022 police vehicle purchase, and executive artistic director
- Appointments to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee, Economic Development Commission, and other boards
Executive Session
The Barrington Town Council is meeting in executive session to discuss the acquisition of property and personnel matters concerning the Town Manager. The meeting is closed to the public and will not be available via Zoom. No other business is on the agenda.
- Executive session under RIGL 42-46-5 (a)(5) for acquisition of property
- Executive session under RIGL 42-46-5 (a)(1) for personnel – Town Manager
Swearing-In Ceremony
The Barrington Town Council is hosting a swearing-in ceremony for newly appointed Chief of Police Michael Correira. The event is ceremonial and administrative, with no other business on the agenda.
- Swearing-in of Chief of Police Michael Correira
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Barrington Town Council will discuss and act on several items, including authorizing the Town Manager to execute a purchase and sales agreement for the Carmelite Monastery, introducing ordinance amendments on hospital/medical/dental coverage and license fees, and holding a public hearing on a renewal of an emergency declaration. The council will also discuss and act on the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee structure and appointments, a composting proposal, allocation of contingency funds for the Barrington Heritage Hall of Fame, a contract extension for a resiliency planning consultant, and a street parking update. Consent agenda items include accepting resignations, minutes, department reports, and an abatement list.
- Authorize Town Manager to execute Carmelite Monastery Purchase and Sales Agreement
- Introduce Ordinance 2021-15 (hospital, medical, dental coverage) and 2021-16 (license class, number, fee)
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2021-14 renewal of emergency declaration
- Discuss and act on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee structure and appointments (11 vacancies)
- Discuss and act on contract extension for resiliency planning consultant Kim Jacobs
Special Town Council Meeting
The Barrington Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and act on an ordinance amendment to the town's flag policy, consider flag requests, and decide on Class F licenses for two breweries to operate on Town Hall property. The meeting also includes approval of the June 16, 2021 minutes.
- Ordinance 2021-12: Amendment to Chapter 104 Flag Policy, §104-2 Declaration of Policy
- Class F license request: Smug Brewing Company, 545 Pawtucket Avenue, Pawtucket, RI (Owner: Robert DeRosa)
- Class F license request: Twelve Guns Brewing, 549 Metacom Avenue, Bristol, RI (Owner: Megan Ruggieri)
- Flag requests discussion and action
- Approval of minutes from June 16, 2021
CANCELLED Jul. 2, 2021 - Special Town Council Meeting
This special Town Council meeting with the RI Department of Transportation and the Town of Warren was cancelled. The only substantive item on the agenda was an update on the East Bay Bike Path and bridge detour, which will not occur. The agenda is otherwise procedural boilerplate (call to order, adjourn).
- Meeting cancelled
- Agenda item: Update with RIDOT on East Bay Bike Path and bridge(s) detour
- Joint meeting with Town of Warren
Meeting of the Town Council as Trustees of the Amey Tucker Spencer Fund
The Barrington Town Council, acting as trustees of the Amey Tucker Spencer Fund, will meet to discuss and act on the minutes from March 31, 2021, and to consider a standardized application for nonprofit funding under the annual Spencer Trust budget. The council will also discuss and act on an application for assistance from the Emergent Fund. Public comment will be heard before adjournment.
- Discuss and act on minutes from March 31, 2021
- Discuss and act on a standardized application for funding for nonprofits for the annual Spencer Trust budget
- Discuss and act on an application for assistance from the Emergent Fund
Committee on Appropriations
The Barrington Committee on Appropriations is meeting via Zoom to handle routine organizational business: swearing in new members, electing officers, approving prior meeting minutes, and discussing the committee's schedule. The agenda is largely procedural with no substantive budget or spending decisions listed.
- Swearing-in of new Committee on Appropriations members
- Election of officers
- Review and action on June 9, 2021 minutes
- Discussion of COA meeting schedule
- Public comment period
Special Town Council Meeting
The Barrington Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and act on two resolutions: one authorizing up to $3,500,000 in general obligation bonds for acquiring and preserving the former Carmelite Monastery, and another honoring Police Chief Dino DeCrescenzo. Public comment will be taken. The meeting is being held remotely via Zoom.
- Resolution to issue up to $3,500,000 in general obligation bonds for Carmelite Monastery acquisition and preservation
- Resolution to honor Police Chief Dino DeCrescenzo
- Public comment period
Special Town Council Meeting
The Barrington Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on two ordinance amendments: one to the flag policy and one to parking regulations. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom and in person at Barrington High School.
- Ordinance 2021-12: Amendment to Chapter 104 Flag Policy, §104-2 Declaration of Policy
- Ordinance 2021-13: Amendment to Chapter 179 Vehicles and Traffic, §179-10 Parking prohibited all times
Financial Town Meeting
The Barrington Financial Town Meeting will consider resolutions to fund capital projects, including a $3.5 million bond for acquiring the former Carmelite Monastery and a capital reserve for DPW exterior painting. Voters will also act on motions to create an affordable housing capital reserve fund and to add funds for the monastery purchase, as well as set tax rates and elect a Committee on Appropriations.
- Resolution appropriating $3,500,000 for acquisition of former Carmelite Monastery, financed by general obligation bonds
- Motion to create capital reserve fund with $500,000 allocation for affordable housing
- Motion to add $250,000 to Land Acquisition fund for Carmelite Monastery purchase
- Request for $7,000 for Bocci & Croquet Courts under Parks & Trail Improvement
- Resolutions authorizing emergency notes and tax anticipation notes
Committee on Appropriations
The Barrington Committee on Appropriations will review the budget hearing and discuss the upcoming Financial Town Meeting scheduled for June 16, 2021, including the sign-in process and format. They will also act on minutes from previous meetings and set their schedule.
- Review and act on minutes from May 11, 18, and June 2, 2021
- Budget hearing review
- Discuss and act on Financial Town Meeting
- Discuss and act on COA schedule
- Review sign-in process and format for FTM June 16, 2021 at Barrington High School
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Barrington Town Council is meeting to discuss and act on a range of items, including the creation of a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee, a resolution supporting Pride Month, and the closure of South Lake Drive. They will also consider adding two seats to the Economic Development Commission, an anti-harassment policy, and a contingency clause for the 2021 paving contract. The agenda includes several routine consent items, such as resignations, reappointments, and a victualling license for The 286 Club.
- Discuss and act on DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) Committee
- Resolution celebrating June as Barrington Pride
- Closure of South Lake Drive
- Adding two seats to the Economic Development Commission
- Award bid for Firefighter Protective Clothing
Town Council Exec. Sess.
The Barrington Town Council met in executive session to discuss the acquisition of property, as permitted by state law. The council voted unanimously to seal the minutes of the closed session and then adjourned the open meeting.
- Executive session held under R.I. Gen. Laws 42-46-5(a)(5) for property acquisition
- Motion to seal executive session minutes passed 5-0
- Meeting adjourned at 6:18 PM
Committee on Appropriations
The Barrington Committee on Appropriations is meeting to review and act on the May 11 minutes, discuss and act on an assessment value change and motor vehicle phaseout amount, and prepare for the upcoming budget hearing. The meeting is held via Zoom due to the coronavirus emergency.
- Review and act on May 11, 2021 minutes
- Discuss and act on assessment value change and motor vehicle phaseout amount
- Discuss and act on budget hearing preparation
- Public comment period
- Next meeting scheduled for May 25, 2021
Special Town Council Meeting
The Barrington Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and act on motions for the 2021 Financial Town Meeting. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, plus the call to order and adjournment. No other business is listed.
- Discuss and act on motions for the Financial Town Meeting 2021
Committee on Appropriations
The Barrington Committee on Appropriations will review and act on the municipal, school, and capital budgets, then take a final vote on the recommended budget. They will also discuss preparation for the budget hearing. Public comment is scheduled.
- Final vote on recommended budget
- Review and act on municipal, school, and capital budgets
- Discuss budget hearing preparation
- Approve May 4, 2021 minutes
Special Town Council Meeting
The Barrington Town Council is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: discussing and acting on a letter to the Committee on Appropriations regarding the Affordable Housing Fund Initiative. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order and adjournment).
- Discuss and act on a letter to the Committee on Appropriations regarding the Affordable Housing Fund Initiative
Special Town Council Meeting
The Barrington and Warren Town Councils are holding a joint public hearing via Zoom to receive a presentation from the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) on a bike path project. The agenda includes introductions, the RIDOT presentation, and comments from elected officials and the public. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- RIDOT bike path presentation
- Public hearing with Barrington and Warren Town Councils
- Comments from elected officials and public
Committee on Appropriations
The Barrington Committee on Appropriations will review and act on the municipal, school, and capital budgets, and discuss preparation for the Financial Town Meeting (FTM) and budget hearing. They will also approve the minutes from the April 6 meeting. The next meeting on May 11 is scheduled for a final vote on the submitted budget.
- Review and act on April 6, 2021 minutes
- Discuss and act on municipal, school, and capital budgets
- Discuss and act on FTM and budget hearing preparation and schedule
- Public comment period
- Next meeting 5/11/2021 – final vote for submitted budget
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Barrington Town Council meets to handle routine consent items and several substantive discussions, including a public hearing on transferring a Class BV full liquor license to The 286 Club, a vote on the 2021 Roadway Resurfacing Project bid, and renaming Barrington Community Gardens to Weymouth Community Gardens. The council will also hear presentations on small business relief grants and diversity, equity, and inclusion, and consider resolutions on topics like gun violence awareness and marijuana legalization.
- Public hearing on transfer of Class BV full liquor license to The 286 Club
- Bid for 2021 Roadway Resurfacing Project by Department of Public Works
- Renaming Barrington Community Gardens to Weymouth Community Gardens
- Ordinance amendments: Chapter 20 Juvenile Hearing Board and Chapter 185 Signs
- Closure of South Lake Drive discussion
Committee on Appropriations
The Barrington Committee on Appropriations will review and act on the municipal and school budgets, and discuss the schedule for the Financial Town Meeting and Committee on Appropriations. The meeting is a step before the final budget vote scheduled for April 13, 2021.
- Review and act on March 30, 2021 minutes
- Discuss and act on municipal and school budgets
- Discuss and act on FTM and COA schedule
- Public comment period
- Next meeting April 13, 2021 – final vote for submitted budget
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Barrington Town Council is meeting to discuss and act on a range of items including mutual aid agreements with four police departments, an ordinance amendment to liquor license rules, road race approvals, and a Memorial Day parade. The agenda also includes interviews for board vacancies, a presentation on the revaluation process, and several routine consent agenda items. An executive session is scheduled for litigation, property acquisition, and personnel matters.
- Mutual aid agreements between Barrington Police and East Providence, Seekonk, Swansea, and Warren Police Departments
- Introduction of Ordinance 2021-6 amending Chapter 63 Alcoholic Beverages (BVL 4 to 5)
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2021-7 renewal of Declaration of Emergency
- Approval of purchase: pre-owned boat for Police Department; Tub Grinder Services for Public Works
- Interviews for Board of Assessment Review and Resiliency and Energy Committee vacancies
Trustees of the Amey Tucker Spencer Fund and Regular Town Council Meeting
The Barrington Town Council, sitting as Trustees of the Amey Tucker Spencer Fund, approved a $249,000 budget for FY2020/21, including new 'Emergent Needs' and 'Medical Costs' categories, and added $75,000 each to the Home Buying Down Payment Assistance and Home Repair programs. They also realized $146,273 in unrealized gains to fund the budget and discussed the American Rescue Plan Act's $4.7 million in federal aid to the town.
- Approved $249,000 Spencer Trust budget for FY2020/21
- Added $75,000 to Home Buying Down Payment Assistance Program
- Added $75,000 to Home Repair and Improvement Program
- Created new 'Emergent Needs' and 'Medical Costs' budget categories
- Realized $146,273 in unrealized gains from the trust
Meeting of the Town Council as Trustees of the Amey Tucker Spencer Fund
The Barrington Town Council, acting as trustees of the Amey Tucker Spencer Fund, will discuss and act on several items, including approving minutes, realizing unrealized gains, setting budget categories, and appropriating funds for an HBOT down payment assistance program and for Barrington renters. They will also discuss support for non-profit organizations serving residents and review the grant application process. The meeting is held via Zoom.
- Appropriation for HBOT Down Payment Assistance Program
- Appropriation for Barrington Renters
- Realization of unrealized gains
- Budget categories discussion
- Process to review grant applications
Special Town Council Meeting
The Barrington Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and act on a request for proposals for a virtual Financial Town Meeting and to review the FY 2021/22 municipal operating budget. Public comment will be heard. The meeting is held via Zoom.
- Discuss and act on a Virtual FTM Request for Proposals (RFP)
- Discuss and act on FY Budget 2021/22 Municipal Operating Budget
- Public comment period
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Barrington Town Council is meeting to discuss and act on several items, including the closure of South Lake Drive, the proposed Seekonk asphalt plant, and the Ad Hoc Tax Exemption Committee. They will also consider appointments, bids, ordinances, and resolutions. The agenda includes routine consent items and public comment.
- Discuss and act on closure of South Lake Drive
- Discuss and act on proposed Seekonk asphalt plant: update and strategies
- Discuss and act on Ad Hoc Tax Exemption Committee
- Discuss and act on bids: Northeast Revaluation optional services, 2022 logging truck with dump body/crane, annual audit, 2021 police vehicle equipment
- Introduce ordinances: signs in open space/residence districts (2021-3) and flag policy (2021-5); public hearing on renewal of emergency declaration (2021-4)
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Barrington Town Council and School Committee held a joint legislative forum to discuss shared concerns with state legislators. Topics included the local COVID-19 vaccination rollout, bike path bridge construction, funding concerns, unfunded mandates, and a proposed early retirement bill for teachers. The meeting was informational and no formal votes were taken.
- Update on local COVID-19 vaccination rollout
- Bike path bridge construction update
- Discussion of unfunded mandates, citing the Right to Read Act
- Concerns about H5026, early retirement for teachers without a financial study
- General funding concerns for town and schools
Regular Town Council Meeting
The Barrington Town Council is meeting to discuss and act on several policy items, including a proposed smoke-free ordinance, the proposed Seekonk asphalt plant, a down payment assistance program, and a resolution on the town's resilient future. The council will also hold public hearings on four ordinance amendments, including one on flag policy, and will discuss flying the BLM flag. Several routine items, such as reappointments and monthly reports, are on the consent agenda.
- Discuss and Act on Proposal for Smoke-free Ordinance
- Discuss and Act on Proposed Seekonk Asphalt Plant
- Public hearings on ordinances 2020-25 (Taxation), 2020-26 (Budget Forecast Committee), 2021-2 (Emergency renewal), 2020-27 (Flag Policy)
- Discuss and Act on Flying the BLM Flag
- Discuss and Act on Housing Board of Trustees Down Payment Assistance Program
Trustees of the Amey Tucker Spencer Fund and Regular Town Council Meeting
The Barrington Town Council will meet via Zoom on January 11, 2021, to discuss and act on a range of items, including a discussion with National Grid about power outages, the creation of an ad hoc tax exemption committee, and resolutions on the Juvenile Hearing Board and state legislation to ratify charter amendments. The council will also hold public hearings on several ordinance amendments and consider appointments, bids, and a formal harassment complaint.
- Discussion with National Grid about power outages
- Ad Hoc Tax Exemption Committee discussion
- Public hearings on ordinances: outdoor burning, parks and recreation, use of public lands, taxation
- 2021 Police Vehicle Purchase Request from RI Master Price Agreement
- Formal harassment complaint referral to investigation