Johnston public meetings in 2023
39 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Zoning Board Meeting
The Johnston Zoning Board of Review met and approved two petitions for dimensional variances. Both requests were approved unanimously. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 6:46 PM.
- Approved variance for John and Lori Pezzullo at 175 Downing Drive (AP 9 Lot 514, R-15) to add a barn dwelling for winter storage and summer cabana use
- Approved variance for Giana and Michael Camera at 6 Elwin Avenue (AP 57 Lot 139, R-40) to expand the dwelling and garage, connect the structures, and add a second floor
Regular Zoning Board Meeting
The Johnston Zoning Board of Review met on December 14, 2023, and voted to continue the special use permit application for a 19 MW solar field on a 160-acre parcel at 118 Winsor Avenue to its January 25, 2024 meeting. The board also accepted minutes from previous meetings and a letter from Smithfield into the record. No final decisions were made on the solar project.
- Continued special use permit for 19 MW solar field at 118 Winsor Avenue (AP 59 Lot 15, R-40) to Jan. 25, 2024
- Accepted minutes from previous meetings (Exhibits A–E) into record
- Accepted letter from Smithfield into record
- Closed arguments and public comments on the solar petition
Town Council Meeting
The Town Council will review several zone change petitions and a public hearing regarding commercial building size regulations. The meeting also includes discussions on ARPA fund expenditures and a resolution for surveying services at Woodlake Park.
- Zone change petition for 198 Shun Pike from R-40 to Planned District
- Zone map change petition for Assessor's Plat 5 from R-20 to Industrial-I-L
- Restaurant and business licenses for Raising Cane's (1386 Atwood Avenue), Create Heaven, and Innovado, Inc.
- Resolution 2023-54 for surveying services for the Woodlake Park baseball fields expansion
- Public hearing for Ordinance 2023-17 regarding commercial building size regulations
Regular Planning Board Meeting
The Johnston Planning Board will hold public hearings and reviews on several development proposals, including a new elementary school, a rezoning for senior housing, and grant applications for park improvements. The board will also consider revisions to local land development regulations and zoning ordinances to align with state law, and discuss the town's comprehensive plan.
- Public hearing for preliminary plan for new elementary school at 1715 Atwood Avenue (PB 23-15)
- Advisory opinion on rezoning AP 42 Lots 31, 104, 105 from R-40 to Planned District for 21 age-restricted housing units (The Gateway, PB 23-37)
- Public hearing for Quick-Fuel Mart drive-thru at 1601 Hartford Avenue (PB 23-42)
- Presentation of grant requests for Wood Lake/Scituate Avenue, Pocasset Reserve, Sherman Field, and Memorial Park Walking Path (PB 23-44)
- Rezoning request for 55 Starr St. from R-15 to IL Industrial Light (PB 23-41)
Regular Zoning Board Meeting
The Johnston Zoning Board of Review met on November 30, 2023, to review several property petitions. The Board voted to approve requests for a new single-family home, an accessory dwelling unit addition, and a side yard dimensional variance.
- Approval of one-family dwelling construction for Compass Properties, LLC at Norma Street (AP 40 Lot 205 & 206)
- Approval of 20 X 40 accessory dwelling unit addition at 22 Rockcrest Lane
- Approval of side yard dimensional variance for an addition at 14 South Fairview Street
Special Town Council Meeting
The Johnston Town Council is holding a special meeting to consider two resolutions: one authorizing a grant application for walking trail renovations at Johnston War Memorial Park, and another authorizing a change order for a water and sewer system at the Department of Planning and Public Services storage building. A public hearing will be held on the grant submission. The meeting is scheduled for November 29, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. at Johnston Municipal Court.
- Public hearing on Green Space Recreation Development and Acquisition Grant for walking trail/path renovations at Johnston War Memorial Park
- Resolution 2023-52: Authorizes grant application with 20% matching funds for War Memorial Park walking path renovations
- Resolution 2023-53: Authorizes change order for water and sewer system construction at Department of Planning and Public Services storage building
Town Council Meeting
The Johnston Town Council is meeting to consider several zone changes, business and liquor licenses, and resolutions for public works projects. The agenda includes public hearings on ordinances, including one to allow retail cannabis sales and another to rezone property behind 8 Putnam Pike. The council will also vote on contracts for road repair, dam engineering, and playground improvements, plus appointments and a tax abatement list.
- Zone change for 198 Shun Pike from R-40 to Planned District (2022-CP-47)
- Ordinance to allow retail cannabis sales and set drive-through standards (2023-16)
- Raising Cane's restaurant license for 1386 Atwood Avenue (2023-CP-162)
- Resolution for Shun Pike roadway repair agreement (2023-48)
- Resolution for playground improvements at Johnston War Memorial Park (2023-51)
Regular Planning Board Meeting
The Johnston Planning Board approved two minor subdivisions, a 12-unit duplex development, and a warehouse master plan extension, and continued a rezoning request. The board also discussed draft revisions to land development and zoning regulations and received an update on the Comprehensive Plan.
- Approved minor subdivision at 90 Pine Hill Avenue to create 2 lots (PB 23-17)
- Approved minor subdivision at Meadowlands, opposite 1329 Central Pike, to create 5 lots (PB 23-40)
- Continued rezoning of 55 Starr St. from R-15 to IL Industrial Light to next meeting (PB 23-41)
- Approved master plan for 12 duplex units at 1725 Plainfield Pike (PB 23-04)
- Approved extension of master plan approval for warehouse off Stonehill Drive (PB 21-42)
Regular Zoning Board Meeting
The Johnston Zoning Board of Review met on November 2, 2023, and took action on two items. The board voted to continue the minutes from the September 28 meeting to the next meeting, and continued a special use permit application for a 19 MW solar field on Winsor Avenue to the December 14 meeting. No final decisions were made on the solar project.
- Continued petition of Johnston Winsor III, LLC for a special use permit for a 19 MW solar field on a 160-acre parcel at 118 Winsor Avenue, AP 59 Lot 15, to December 14, 2023
- Continued approval of September 28, 2023 meeting minutes to the November 2 meeting
Regular Zoning Board Meeting
The Johnston Zoning Board of Review met on October 26, 2023, to handle old and new business. The board approved a petition to expand a non-conforming daycare at 1269 Plainfield Street, withdrew a petition to legalize a pergola at 73 Simmonsville Avenue, and continued two other petitions to future meetings.
- Approved OTR Realty LLC petition to expand existing daycare at 1269 Plainfield Street, with neighbor's fence to be negotiated
- Withdrawn petition of Juan Zayas to legalize 200 sq ft pergola at 73 Simmonsville Avenue; owner will move it 5 feet from fence and apply for permit
- Continued petition of Hilda Paz Izzaguirre for addition at 1073 Atwood Avenue to May 30, 2024
- Continued petition of Luis Rivera for side yard variance at 14 South Fairview Street to November 30, 2023
- Approved minutes from September 21 and September 28, 2023 meetings
Town Council Meeting
The Council discussed safety issues regarding the Market Basket truck entrance and resident complaints about traffic. Members also reviewed several zoning petitions and approved various business and liquor licenses.
- Discussion on Market Basket truck entrance safety and potential installation of a crash gate
- Referral of zoning petition 2022-CP-47 (198 Shun Pike) to the Planning Board
- Referral of zoning petition 2023-CP-160 (Assessor's Plat 5) to the Planning Board
- Approval of Resolution 2023-45 for the purchase of 3 network servers
- Approval of liquor licenses for The Punjab and A Taste of Italy
Special Town Council Meeting
The Johnston Town Council held a special meeting to receive a presentation from PFM Group Consulting, LLC on its financial and operational analysis of the Johnston School Department. The consultants highlighted areas of concern and reviewed recommendations, followed by questions from the council and audience. No formal decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the presentation.
- PFM Group Consulting, LLC presented findings of financial and operational analysis of Johnston School Department
- Areas of concern and recommendations reviewed
- School Department working with an intermediary consultant
- Meeting held at Johnston Municipal Court, 1600 Atwood Avenue
Regular Planning Board Meeting
The Johnston Planning Board met on October 3, 2023, and approved several items. They continued a minor subdivision application, discussed draft revisions to land development and zoning regulations, and approved a master plan for a 55+ housing development (The Gateway) and a KFC with a drive-through. The board also discussed the Comprehensive Plan.
- PB 23-37: Approved advisory opinion and master plan for rezoning AP 42 Lots 31, 104, 105 from R-40 to Planned District for 21-unit 55+ housing (The Gateway), west of Victoria Street, south of Putnam Pike, east of I-295.
- PB 22-55: Approved Special Use Permit and Master Plan for KFC at 1477 Atwood Avenue (AP 20 Lots 10 and 11), subject to condominium concerns.
- PB 23-31: Continued minor subdivision to create three lots at 54, 58 & 60 Jackson Avenue (AP 16 Lots 251 and 254) because applicant was not present.
- PB 23-34 and PB 23-35: Discussed draft revisions to Land Development/Subdivision Regulations and Zoning Ordinance to conform with state law.
- PB 22-57: Discussed the Johnston Comprehensive Plan.
Special Zoning Board Meeting
The Johnston Zoning Board of Review met and voted to continue a special use permit application for a 19 MW solar field on a 160-acre parcel at 118 Winsor Avenue to the November 2, 2023 meeting. No other business was conducted.
- Special use permit for 19 MW solar field on 160-acre parcel at 118 Winsor Avenue (AP 59 Lot 15, zoned R-40) continued to Nov. 2, 2023
Special Zoning Board Meeting
The Johnston Zoning Board of Review met on September 21, 2023, and voted on several zoning petitions. The board approved a use variance for expanded parking at 136 Simmonsville Avenue, approved dimensional relief for additions at 20 Almond Drive and 39 Union Avenue, and approved a detached garage at 18 Weaver Road. Two petitions were continued to a later meeting.
- Approved use variance for Vincent Russo Jr. to expand parking at 136 Simmonsville Avenue (Ap 29 Lot 67), with five stipulations
- Approved dimensional relief for Raymond and Atny Martin to add to a single-family home at 20 Almond Drive (Ap 43 Lot 328)
- Approved dimensional relief for Shahzad Yaqoob to add to a single-family home at 39 Union Avenue (Ap 18 Lot 188)
- Approved dimensional relief for George and Charlena A. Clark to build a detached two-car garage at 18 Weaver Road (Ap 61 Lot 124)
- Continued petitions for Juan Zayas (73 Simmonsville Avenue) and Hilda Paz Izzaguirre (1073 Atwood Avenue)
Special Town Council Meeting
The Johnston Town Council held a special meeting on September 11, 2023, where it read and referred a cannabis retail ordinance to the Planning Board, adopted a new union contract with AFSCME Local 1491, and approved numerous business licenses. The council also granted a zone change referral, appointed a temporary probate judge, and heard a resident's traffic safety concern about Market Basket.
- Ordinance 2023-16: allows retail cannabis sales and drive-through standards, referred to Planning Board
- Resolution 2023-42: ratified agreement with AFSCME Local 1491, including pay bump and summer hours
- Resolution 2023-43: appointed temporary judge for probate estate 2022-113
- Resolution 2023-44: authorized engineering services for Johnston War Memorial Park
- 2023-CP-149: zone change for Plat 42, Lots 31, 104 & 105 from R-40 to Planned District, referred to Planning Board
Regular Planning Board Meeting
The Johnston Planning Board will hold its regular meeting on September 5, 2023, to review several land development applications and proposed regulatory changes. Key items include a preliminary plan for a 28-unit condo development on Atwood Avenue, a minor subdivision on Jackson Avenue, and a site plan for renovations to Johnston Memorial Park. The board will also discuss draft revisions to zoning and subdivision regulations, including amendments to allow cannabis retail and set standards for drive-through uses, as well as an update on the Comprehensive Plan.
- PB 22-61: Preliminary plan for 28 condo units at 1767 Atwood Avenue (AP 47 Lot 38, R-7 zoning)
- PB 23-31: Minor subdivision to create three lots at 54, 58 & 60 Jackson Avenue (AP 16 Lots 251 and 254) by Premium Home Builders LLC
- PB 23-26: Site plan review for Johnston Memorial Park renovations, spray pad, and maintenance facility at 1583 Hartford Avenue (AP 53 Lots 24, 25, 71, 72)
- PB 23-34/35: Draft revisions to Land Development and Subdivision Regulations and Zoning Ordinance to conform with state law
- PB 23-36: Zoning amendments to allow cannabis retail and set standards for drive-through special use permits
Special Town Council Meeting
The Johnston Town Council held a special meeting to approve an amendment to the purchase and sales agreement for the Calef School sale to Tri-County Community Action Agency, make appointments to several boards, and renew annual bingo licenses. All items were approved with votes ranging from 3-1 to 5-0, with some recusals.
- Resolution 2023-41: Amendment to Calef School sale agreement with Tri-County Community Action Agency (approved 4-0, Folcarelli recused)
- Appointment of Steven Mandarelli to the Johnston Smithfield Juvenile Hearing Board (approved 5-0)
- Annual renewal of town bingo licenses for 2023-2024 (approved 5-0)
- Appointment of Karen Clark to Charter Review Commission for District 5 (approved 3-1, Carnevale recused)
- Appointment of Jacqueline Grasso to Senior Citizens Advisory Board for District 5 (approved 5-0)
Town Council Meeting
The Johnston Town Council held public hearings and voted on several items, including adopting an ordinance to rezone land at 1725 Plainfield Pike from R-20 to R-7 for an age-restricted (55+) development of up to 30 units, with conditions. They also adopted resolutions for a senior tax credit, road improvements, and other agreements, and granted multiple business and liquor licenses.
- Adopted Ordinance 2023-13: rezoning Plat 26, Lots 77, 85, 111 & 149 at 1725 Plainfield Pike to R-7, with age restriction (55+), max 30 units, traffic study, and DEM approvals
- Adopted Resolution 2023-36: requesting state legislation for a senior (65+) property tax credit
- Adopted Resolution 2023-35: agreement with RI for pavement/sidewalk improvements on Hartford Avenue from Killingly Street to Atwood Avenue
- Adopted Resolution 2023-39: awarded bid for a Tax Administration and Collection System
- Granted 12 business licenses and 1 liquor license (A Taste of Italy, 1302 Atwood Ave.)
Town Council Meeting with School Comm.
The Johnston Town Council will hold its regular meeting on July 10, 2023, at 7:00 PM. The agenda includes public hearings on several zone changes, new business resolutions authorizing third-party administrative services for injured police officers and firefighters, and public hearings on tax-related ordinances. The council will also consider various business licenses, appointments, and claims.
- Resolution 2023-31: third-party admin services for injured police officers
- Resolution 2023-32: third-party admin services for injured firefighters
- Ordinance 2023-10: property tax assessment and collection
- Ordinance 2023-11: amending tax classification to comply with state law
- Zone change petitions for 198 Shun Pike, 8 Putnam Pike, 1725 Plainfield Pike
Special Town Council Meeting with School Comm.
The Johnston Town Council held a special budget hearing and adopted Ordinance 2023-9, appropriating $129,081,852 for the FY2024 town budget, personnel plan, and tax levy. The vote was 4-1, with District 5 opposed. The council also read ordinances on property tax assessment and tax classification, and adopted a resolution authorizing the mayor to oversee school department finances on an interim basis.
- Adopted Ordinance 2023-9: $129,081,852 FY2024 budget (4-1 vote)
- Read Ordinance 2023-10: property tax and motor vehicle excise tax assessment
- Read Ordinance 2023-11: amending tax classification to comply with state law
- Adopted Resolution 2023-30: mayor interim oversight of school department finances
- Mayor reported new splash pad at Memorial Park and rodent control officer
Special Planning Board Meeting
The Johnston Planning Board will hold a special meeting with a public hearing on the FY 2022 Community Development Block Grant Program, then consider several land-use applications. These include a major subdivision at 2113 Hartford Avenue, two rezoning requests, a master plan for a new elementary school, and a review of the Comprehensive Plan. The board will also review and possibly vote on comments regarding a mixed-use development in Smithfield.
- Public hearing on FY 2022 Community Development Block Grant Program
- PB 23-06: Sitwell Park, LLC – Preliminary Plan for Major Subdivision (4 lots) at 2113 Hartford Avenue (AP 54 Lot 80, zoned B-3)
- PB 23-13: Zoning Map Amendment – Rezone from R-15 to B-2 behind 8 Putnam Pike (AP 38 Lot 164)
- PB 23-14: Zoning Map Amendment – Rezone from R-20 to R-7 at 1725 Plainfield Pike (AP 26 Lots 77, 85, 111, 149)
- PB 23-15: Johnston Elementary School – Master Plan for Major Land Development behind 1651 Atwood Avenue (portion of AP 47 Lots 8 and 9)
*CANCELLED* Regular Planning Board Meeting
This regularly scheduled Planning Board meeting was cancelled. The agenda would have included a public hearing on the FY 2022 Community Development Block Grant program, several subdivision and zoning applications, and a review of the Comprehensive Plan.
- Public Hearing on FY 2022 Community Development Block Grant Program
- PB 23-06: Sitwell Park, LLC – Major Subdivision, 4 lots at 2113 Hartford Avenue (AP 54 Lot 80, B-3)
- PB 23-13: Zoning Map Amendment – rezone from R-15 to B-2 behind 8 Putnam Pike (AP 38 Lot 164)
- PB 23-14: Zoning Map Amendment – rezone from R-20 to R-7 at 1725 Plainfield Pike (AP 26 Lots 77, 85, 111, 149)
- PB 23-15: Johnston Elementary School – Master Plan for Major Land Development behind 1651 Atwood Avenue
*Cancelled* Special Town Council Meeting with School Comm.
The Johnston Town Council's special meeting scheduled for May 16, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 12, 2023. No agenda items were listed for this cancelled meeting.
- Special meeting cancelled
- Next meeting: June 12, 2023
Special Town Council Meeting with School Comm.
The Johnston Town Council and School Committee are holding a special joint meeting to receive a presentation from S.L.A.M. and Colliers on updates for the School Construction Projects. The meeting is scheduled for May 9, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at the N.A. Ferri Middle School Library. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is a presentation and discussion only.
- Presentation and discussion on School Construction Projects updates by S.L.A.M. and Colliers
- Special joint meeting of Town Council and School Committee
- Meeting location: N.A. Ferri Middle School Library, 10 Memorial Avenue, Johnston, RI
Town Council Meeting
The Johnston Town Council is meeting to discuss several zone change petitions, business license renewals, and resolutions including agreements with police chiefs and a building upgrade. The agenda also includes public hearings, abatements, and requests to be heard. Most items are pending Planning Board advisory opinions or are routine renewals.
- Zone change for 198 Shun Pike from R-40 to Planned District (2022-CP-47)
- Zone change for Plat 38, Lot 164 behind 8 Putnam Pike from R-15 to B-2 (2023-CP-57)
- Zone change for Plat 26, Lots 77, 85, 111 & 149 at 1725 Plainfield Pike from R-20 to R-7 (2023-CP-61)
- Resolution authorizing agreement with RI Infrastructure Bank for Climate Resiliency Building projects (2023-18)
- Resolution ratifying agreements with Chief of Police Mark A. Vieira and Deputy Chief Matthew G. LeDuc (2023-19, 2023-20)
Regular Zoning Board Meeting
The Johnston Zoning Board of Review will hold its regular monthly meeting on April 27, 2023, at 6:30 PM at the Johnston Senior Center. The board will consider three petitions: a dimensional variance for wall signage at Coastal1 Credit Union, a dimensional variance for an accessory storage structure at a residence, and a special use permit for automobile sales at Johnston Auto Sales. The meeting will also include roll call, approval of the March 30 minutes, and adjournment.
- Coastal1 Credit Union seeks dimensional variance for more than allowed wall signage at 1463 Atwood Avenue (AP 20 Lot 170, zoned B-2).
- Katlyn Cleverdon Lopresti and Kyle Lopresti seek dimensional variance to add accessory storage structure at 27 West Scenic View Drive (AP 46 Lot 141, zoned R-40).
- Johnston Auto Sales LLC seeks special use permit for automobile sales in open lot and use of existing garage, apartment, and office at 559 Killingly Street (AP 13 Lot 396, zoned B-2).
- Meeting includes roll call, approval of March 30, 2023 minutes, and adjournment.
Town Council Meeting
The Johnston Town Council is meeting to consider resolutions authorizing the sale of the George C. Calef School to the Tri County Community Action Agency, awarding bids for records scanning and engineering services at War Memorial Park, and ratifying a grant consulting agreement. The agenda also includes public hearings on two zoning map amendments, referrals of three new zone change petitions to the Planning Board, and the first reading of an ordinance amending the Unified Development Review for municipal or public school projects. The Council will also act on numerous business, restaurant, and other license applications, as well as three claims for damages.
- Resolution 2023-13: Authorizes sale of George C. Calef School at 7 Waveland Street to Tri County Community Action Agency
- Public hearings on Ordinance 2023-5 (R-40 to I-Industrial, Plat 33 Lots 27 & 84) and Ordinance 2023-6 (R-40 & R-20 to R-15, Plat 48 Lots 90 & 94)
- Zone change referrals: 198 Shun Pike (R-40 to Planned District), 8 Putnam Pike (R-15 to B-2), 1725 Plainfield Pike (R-20 to R-7)
- Resolution 2023-16: Awarding bid for engineering services at Johnston War Memorial Park
- Resolution 2023-12: Authorizing use of town property for a farmer's market
Special Town Council Meeting
The Johnston Town Council is holding a special meeting to enter executive session under Rhode Island law to discuss and possibly vote on new settlement agreements related to the national opioid crisis. After the closed session, the council will return to open session, consider sealing the minutes, and adjourn. No other business is listed.
- Discussion and possible vote on new opioid litigation settlement agreements
- Executive session pursuant to R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-46-5(a)(2)
- Return to open session and possible sealing of minutes
Special Planning Board Meeting
The Johnston Planning Board held a special meeting and approved several land-use items, including a four-lot subdivision at 2113 Hartford Avenue, two zoning map amendments, and a master plan for a new elementary school. The board also discussed the FY 2022 Community Development Block Grant program and scheduled a second public hearing. A review of the Putnam Pike mixed-use development was moved to a future meeting due to incomplete application materials.
- Approved PB 23-06: Sitwell Park, LLC — combined master/preliminary plan for a 4-lot major subdivision at 2113 Hartford Avenue (AP 54 Lot 80, zoned B-3)
- Approved PB 23-13: advisory opinion to rezone behind 8 Putnam Pike from R-15 to B-2 (AP 38 Lot 164)
- Approved PB 23-14: rezone 1725 Plainfield Pike from R-20 to R-7 (AP 26 Lots 77, 85, 111, 149)
- Approved PB 23-15: Johnston Elementary School master plan for major land development behind 1651 Atwood Avenue (portion of AP 47 Lots 8 and 9)
- Held public hearing on FY 2022 Community Development Block Grant; second hearing planned for next meeting
Postponed Town Council Meeting
The Johnston Town Council's regular monthly meeting scheduled for April 10, 2023, was postponed because not enough council members were present to form a quorum. No business was conducted. A new meeting date will be announced in the near future.
- Regular monthly council meeting postponed due to lack of quorum
Regular Zoning Board Meeting
The Johnston Zoning Board of Review will hold its regular monthly meeting on March 30, 2023, at 6:30 PM at the Johnston Senior Center. The board will hear five petitions: one old business item and four new business items, covering dimensional and use variances, a special use permit for weddings, a special use permit for a church, and a dimensional variance for a new home. The meeting also includes roll call, approval of January minutes, and adjournment.
- Karen Esposito seeks dimensional/use variance and merger relief for 42 Tartaglia Street (AP 27 Lot 94, R-20)
- Eric Stimpson seeks special use permit for weddings/events at 80 Hopkins Avenue (AP 59 Lot 40, R-40)
- Winners Chapel International Church seeks special use permit for place of worship at 590 Killingly Street (AP 12 Lot 1, B-2)
- R.P.J. Construction seeks dimensional variance for one-family dwelling on Arcadia Avenue (AP 12 Lot 38, R-10)
- Ralph Coppolino Jr. seeks dimensional/use variance and merger relief for 268 Morgan Avenue (AP 6 Lot 77, R-20)
Town Council Meeting
The Johnston Town Council will hold its regular meeting on March 13, 2023, at 7:00 PM. The agenda includes several resolutions for action, such as authorizing a consulting agreement for a financial and operational analysis of the school department, awarding a bid for turf renovations at the soccer complex, and establishing a Charter Review Commission. The council will also hear presentations on pension and GASB actuarial reports, consider multiple business license applications, and hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending mobile food truck regulations.
- Resolution 2023-9: Authorizes mayor to enter consulting agreement for financial/operational analysis of Johnston School Department
- Resolution 2023-10: Awards bid for turf renovations to Field 1 at Johnston Soccer complex
- Resolution 2023-11: Establishes a Charter Review Commission
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-4 amending mobile food truck regulations
- Multiple business license applications, including Freshmen Barber Shop, Revo Physical Therapy, and Daily Home Made Donuts
Regular Planning Board Meeting
The Johnston Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a preliminary plan for a solar field and residential subdivision at 1252-1262 Central Avenue, and will also discuss the town's Comprehensive Plan. No new business is listed.
- Public hearing on PB 21-47: seven residential lots and one solar field lot at 1252-1262 Central Avenue (AP 43 Lots 70 & 95), R-40 zoning, applicant Revity Energy LLC
- Discussion of Johnston Comprehensive Plan (PB 22-57), including land available for development and non-conforming residential lots
Town Council Meeting
The Johnston Town Council is holding its regular meeting with several zoning petitions awaiting Planning Board opinions, a first reading of a mobile food truck ordinance, and public hearings on noise (dumpster collection hours) and digital scooter/bike rentals. The council will also consider committee appointments, an MS4 stormwater engineering agreement, a Rhode Island Ready enrollment for 1307 Hartford Avenue, and multiple business licenses.
- Zone change for 198 Shun Pike (Plat 33, Lot 63) from R-40 to Planned District (2022-CP-47)
- Zone change for Plat 33, Lots 27 & 84 from R-40 to I-Industrial (2022-CP-167)
- Ordinance 2023-4: amends mobile food truck regulations (first reading)
- Public hearing: Ordinance 2023-2 limits dumpster/garbage collection hours; Ordinance 2023-3 sets rules for app-based scooters/bikes
- Resolution 2023-8: agreement to enroll 1307 Hartford Avenue into Rhode Island Ready Program
Regular Zoning Board Meeting
The Johnston Zoning Board of Review will hold its regular monthly meeting on January 26, 2023, at the Johnston Senior Center. The board will vote on minutes from December 29, 2022, and hear three new business petitions: a special use permit for automotive repair and sales at C&T Motors, and two separate requests for special use permits and dimensional variances for relief from merger on Tartaglia Street.
- Special Use Permit for automotive repair and sales at 577 Killingly Street (AP 13 Lot 170, zoned B-2), applicant C&T Motors, owner Xavier Investments, LLC
- Special Use Permit 340-75 and Dimensional Variances 340-74 and 340-63 for relief from merger at 41 Tartaglia Street (AP 27 Lot 60, zoned R-20), owner/applicant Paul Giarusso
- Special Use Permit 340-75 and Dimensional Variances 340-74 and 340-63 for relief from merger at 42 Tartaglia Street (AP 27 Lot 94, zoned R-20), owner/applicant Karen L. Esposito
- Approval of minutes from December 29, 2022 meeting
Town Council Meeting
The Johnston Town Council will hold its regular meeting on January 10, 2023, at 7:00 PM. The agenda includes status updates on several pending zone change petitions, first readings of ordinances on noise restrictions and shared scooters/bikes, and a public hearing on solar energy system regulations. The council will also consider business licenses, a bid award for highway materials, and a resolution amending the town's copy machine agreement.
- Zone change for 198 Shun Pike (Plat 33, Lot 63) from R-40 to Planned District (2022-CP-47)
- Zone change for Plat 33, Lots 27 & 84 from R-40 to I-Industrial (2022-CP-167)
- Ordinance 2023-2: limits hours for dumpster/garbage collection
- Ordinance 2023-3: adds regulations for app-based shared scooters and bikes
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-1: solar energy system definitions and use regulations
Regular Planning Board Meeting
The Johnston Planning Board held its regular monthly meeting, approving minutes and the 2023 meeting schedule. The board voted on several development applications, including modifications to the Residences at Hopkins Pond parking, preliminary plans for a solar/residential project and two self-storage facilities, a FedEx parking expansion, and a new 8-lot subdivision. It also issued a positive recommendation to rezone two properties on Shun Pike from R-40 to Industrial.
- Approved reducing guest parking at Residences at Hopkins Pond from 32 to 25 spaces (AP 44 Lot 26)
- Continued Central Avenue Solar/Residential preliminary plan to February (1252-1262 Central Avenue, AP 43 Lots 70 & 95)
- Approved special use permit and variances for Hartford Ave Self Storage I (behind 1357 Hartford Avenue, AP 20 Lot 25)
- Approved special use permit and variances for Hartford Ave Self Storage II (behind 1347 Hartford Avenue, AP 20 Lot 81)
- Approved Master Plan for Bird's Eye Vue, an 8-lot subdivision (westerly of 17 Wynchwood Place, AP 38 Lots 310 & 338)
Town Council Meeting
The Johnston Town Council is holding its first meeting of the new term, where newly elected council members will nominate and elect a Council President and Vice-President. The council will also vote on resolutions to appoint the Municipal Court Judge, Auxiliary Municipal Court Judge, and Probate Court Judge. All other regular business is scheduled for the following evening.
- Nomination/Election of Town Council President
- Nomination/Election of Town Council Vice-President
- Resolution 2023-1: Appointment of Municipal Court Judge
- Resolution 2023-2: Appointment of Auxiliary Municipal Court Judge
- Resolution 2023-3: Appointment of Probate Court Judge