Lincoln public meetings in 2022

Town Council

The Board of License Commissioners will review applications for food, liquor, and detective licenses. The Town Council will consider department reports, appointments, and an amendment to the trash ordinance.

• Amendment to Trash Ordinance regarding apartments, condominiums, and collection times
• Introduction of Salary Ordinance Amendment
• Mobile Food Establishment application for Sam's New York System
• Special Event Class F Liquor License for St. Basil's Church NYE event
• Victualling License application for Inex Entertainment LLC at 100 Twin River Road

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee is reviewing proposed amendments to the town's Trash Ordinance. The review covers regulations for apartments and condominiums, collection times, penalties, and screening requirements for refuse areas.

• Amendment to Trash Ordinance (2022-8) regarding apartments, collection times, and refuse area fencing

Town Council

The Town Council will meet to discuss collective bargaining with Emergency Medical Service Employees, Local 3023 IAFF, AFL-CIO during an executive session. The council will also review the agenda for the December 20, 2022 meeting.

• Request for executive session regarding collective bargaining with EMS employees, Local 3023 IAFF, AFL-CIO

Parks & Recreation

The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss updates regarding fencing, field maintenance, and the Physical Education Center. The meeting also includes reports from the Commissioner and Director, as well as discussions on available recreational space and winter sports.

• Update on fencing
• Physical Education Center update
• Field maintenance and leaf pick up
• Identification of available recreational space
• Winter sports discussion

Water Commission

The Commission will review a draft agreement for the School St. water main replacement project and a request for proposals regarding a water rate study. The board will also consider a water usage billing relief request for #2 Valley Street.

• Draft C&M Agreement for School St. pavement improvements and water main replacement
• Request for Proposals for Cost of Services & Water Rate Study by B&E Consulting, LLC
• Water usage billing relief for #2 Valley Street

Conservation Commission

The commission will discuss wetland applications and conduct a budget review of receipts and grants. Members will also provide updates on various community projects and outreach initiatives.

• Wetland applications
• Butterfly Garden project
• Shady Brook project
• Historical Cemeteries project
• Budget review

PEC

The committee will discuss updates regarding the Lincoln High School renovation project. The agenda includes reviewing contractor requisitions and project logs.

• Review Downes requisition #2
• Review Ahlborg requisition #3
• Project update
• Review RTA Log
• Review GMP

Board of Canvassers

The Board may discuss and vote to certify the results of local races in Lincoln. Federal, statewide, and General Assembly elections will be certified by the Rhode Island Board of Elections at a later date.

• Certification of local election results

Budget Board

The Budget Board will discuss the fiscal year 2022 and 2023 budgets for both the municipality and the education department. The meeting also includes status updates on municipal and school department capital projects.

• FY22 and FY23 Municipal Budgets
• FY22 and FY23 Education Department Budgets
• Status of Municipal Capital Projects
• Status of School Department Capital Projects
• Status of PEC Project

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public informational meeting regarding the McManus Subdivision master plan. The board will also conduct a pre-application review for Edgewood Estates at 0 New River Road. Additionally, members will discuss policies for scheduling meetings and affordable housing fees.

• Public Informational meeting for McManus Subdivision AP 21 Lot 70
• Pre-application review for Edgewood Estates at 0 New River Road
• Discussion on process for scheduling public informational meetings and hearings
• Discussion on Affordable Housing Fee In Lieu
• Report of approved final plans for Pascale Drive, Jorden, Rado, and Cobble Hill subdivisions

Water Commission

The Water Commission will discuss the Smith Street/Saylesville Area Water Main Replacement Project and the vacant Clerk position. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss collective bargaining with the Laborers Union and commission investments.

• Smith Street/Saylesville Area Water Main Replacement Project
• Discussion on the vacant Clerk position
• Collective bargaining with the Laborers Union
• Commission investment discussions

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee will review the minutes from the October 18, 2022, meeting. The agenda also includes the Jackson claim, which has been previously deferred in committee.

• Approval of October 18, 2022, minutes
• Jackson claim

Purchasing Committee

The Purchasing Committee is reviewing bids for the 2023 Annual Town Calendar. The committee will also consider a request to waive competitive bidding for a portable generator for Chase Farm Events.

• Bid #2023-04: 2023 Annual Town Calendar
• Request to Waive Competitive Bidding for a portable generator for Chase Farm Events
• Approval of July 26, 2022 meeting minutes

Town Council

The Town Council will consider resolutions to use ARPA funds for water, sewer, and wastewater improvements. The Board of License Commissioners will review catering and event license applications. The meeting also includes the introduction of trash ordinance amendments and a request for executive session regarding high school renovation litigation.

• Victualling license application for Northern Souls Catering LLC at 29 Winter Street
• Class F License application for an event at 15 Sky View Drive
• Resolutions authorizing ARPA funds for water/sewer improvements and Lincoln Water Commission transfer
• Introduction of amendments to the Trash Ordinance regarding collection times and refuse screening
• Request to waive competitive bidding for a portable generator for Chase Farm Events

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will review Ordinance 2022-7, which concerns restraint requirements, citations, and penalties. The committee is also scheduled to approve the minutes from the October 17, 2022 meeting.

• Review of Ordinance 2022-7 (Amendment 75-7) regarding restraint requirements, citations, and penalties
• Approval of October 17, 2022 minutes

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a discussion with the Town Moderator concerning the Special Financial Town Meeting scheduled for December 13, 2022. The meeting also includes a review of the agenda for November 15, 2022.

• Discussion with Town Moderator regarding the Special Financial Town Meeting on December 13, 2022
• Review of the November 15, 2022, agenda

Parks & Recreation

The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss updates regarding fencing, bleachers, and the Physical Education Center. The agenda also includes identifying available recreational space and discussing winter sports.

• Fencing and bleacher update
• Physical Education Center update
• Field maintenance and leaf pick up
• Identification of available recreational space
• Winter sports discussion

Water Commission

The Commission will review October 2022 financial reports, including balance sheets and account transactions. Agenda items include the RIDOT School Street water main replacement project and a request for proposals regarding a water rate study. The board may also discuss the acquisition of property on Angell Road for a prospective pump station site.

• RIDOT School Street Pavement Rehabilitation Project – Water Main Replacement
• Request for Proposals - Cost of Services & Water Rate Study
• Gabriel property acquisition (Angell Road) for a potential pump station site

Technical Review Committee

The Technical Review Committee will review a major subdivision application for AP 21 Lot 70. This includes a Master Plan Application for the property located at 552 River Road.

• McManus Subdivision Master Plan Application (AP 21 Lot 70)

PEC

The committee will review the October 19, 2022, meeting minutes and receive a project update. Tony Carbone of American Sports Floors, Inc. is scheduled to present information regarding the athletic floor system.

• Approval of October 19, 2022, meeting minutes
• Lincoln High School renovation project update
• Presentation on the athletic floor system by American Sports Floors, Inc.

Zoning Board

The Lincoln Zoning Board of Review will hold a public hearing on November 1, 2022. The meeting includes two applications for dimensional variances regarding side setback relief for residential additions. The board will also review October minutes and correspondence.

• Dimensional variance for side setback relief at 13 David Dr.
• Dimensional variance for side setback relief at 170 Jenckes Hill Rd
• Review of October meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review subdivision applications for the Beauregard, Sherman, and McManus developments. The board will also consider zoning variance requests for 13 David Drive and 170 Jenkes Hill Rd. A Planner's Report will provide updates on previously approved subdivisions and the Municipal Resiliency Program.

• Preliminary plan application for Beauregard Subdivision at East Lantern Rd
• Minor subdivision review for Sherman Subdivision at 28 Woodward Rd Extension
• Dimensional variance applications for 13 David Drive and 170 Jenkes Hill Rd
• Master plan review for McManus Subdivision at 552 River Road
• Update on the Municipal Resiliency Program

Town Council

The Town Council will discuss a resolution for an LED streetlight lease purchase agreement and the School Revolving Fund Committee. The council will also review a request from Police Chief Sullivan to sell a vehicle to a town employee.

• Resolution 2022-26 for LED Streetlight Lease Purchase Agreement
• Discussion on School Revolving Fund Committee
• Request from Police Chief Sullivan to sell a vehicle to a town employee

PEC

The Lincoln High School Renovation Committee will discuss project progress and GMP updates. The committee is scheduled to vote on color scheme presentations from RGB and review requisitions for Ahlborg and SES commissioning work.

• Vote on RGB color updated schemes for selected products
• Review of Ahlborg Requisition #2
• Review of SES Requisition #1 for commissioning work
• Project and GMP updates

Technical Review Committee

The Technical Review Committee will review minor and major subdivision preliminary plans. The committee will also consider dimensional variance requests for two properties. Additionally, the committee will discuss its meeting time.

• Sherman Subdivision preliminary plan approval (AP 28 Lot 155)
• Beauregard Subdivision preliminary plan application on East Lantern Rd
• McManus Subdivision review at 552 River Road
• Dimensional variance for 13 David Drive
• Dimensional variance for 170 Jenkes Hill Rd

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee will meet to approve the minutes from the September 20, 2022 meeting. The committee will also address the Jackson claim.

• Jackson claim

Town Council

The Board of License Commissioners will review applications for food and event licenses. The Town Council will also consider new ordinances, including an amendment regarding citations and penalties. Additionally, the council will address various board appointments.

• Resolution calling for a Special Financial Town Meeting
• Ordinance Amendment 75-7 regarding restraint, citations, and penalties
• Mobile Food Establishment License application for Sunnyside on the Street
• Special Events Licenses for Bally's Twin River sporting events
• Resolution to authorize cancellation of certain taxes

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee is reviewing Ordinance 2022-2, which would establish a School Department Revolving Fund Capital Improvement Project. This item has been deferred in committee several times since April 2022.

• Ordinance 2022-2 establishing a School Department Revolving Fund Capital Improvement Project

Town Council

The Lincoln Town Council will hold interviews for District 1 appointments to the Library Board of Trustees. The Council also requested an executive session to receive an update from the Solicitor regarding pending litigation involving the town.

• Library Board of Trustees, District 1 appointment interviews (John Marks and Patricia Gorman)
• Request for executive session regarding pending litigation

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a special workshop meeting with the Town Planner to discuss various procedural and policy items. This session is for discussion only and does not include public hearings or votes on specific actions.

• Affordable Housing fee in-lieu calculation
• Housing, affordable housing, and accessory dwelling units
• Energy, sustainability, and rooftop solar policies
• Traffic and street pavement width standards
• Curbing and sidewalk requirements

Board of Canvassers

The Lincoln Board of Canvassers will meet to introduce a new member. The board will also discuss the 2022 elections and take action on canvassing the final voting lists.

• Introduction of a new member
• Action on canvassing the final voting lists
• Discussion regarding the 2022 elections

Parks & Recreation

The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Commission will review updates on fencing, bleachers, and the Physical Education Center. The meeting also includes discussions regarding available recreational space and field maintenance. Additionally, the commission is scheduled to consider approving a new mission statement.

• Approval of Rec Commission mission statement
• Fencing and bleacher update
• Physical Education Center update
• Identification of available recreational space
• Field maintenance and leaf pick up updates

Water Commission

The Lincoln Water Commission will review September 2022 financial reports and activity updates. The agenda includes discussions regarding a water main replacement for the RIDOT School Street project and collective bargaining renewals.

• RIDOT School Street Pavement Rehabilitation Project - Water Main Replacement
• Collective Bargaining Agreement – June 2023 Term Renewal
• Employee Handbook Update
• Water Usage Billing coordination with Town DPW Director

PEC

The committee will review project updates and approve minutes from previous meetings. A vote is required regarding the presentation of color schemes by RGB for selected products.

• Approval of August 11, September 7, and September 21 meeting minutes
• OPM project update
• Vote on RGB color scheme presentations for selected products

Conservation Commission

The Lincoln Conservation Commission will review wetland applications and discuss several commission projects. These include the Butterfly Garden, Shady Brook, and the Adopt-A-Spot Program.

• Wetland applications
• Butterfly Garden project
• Shady Brook project
• Historical Cemeteries project
• Adopt-A-Spot Program

General

The Zoning Board of Review will hold a public hearing regarding a Special Use Permit application. The proposal involves installing utility scale solar on the roof of a commercial building at 13 Blackstone Valley Place. The board will also review September meeting minutes and correspondence.

• Special Use Permit for utility scale solar at 13 Blackstone Valley Place
• Review of September meeting minutes

General

The Lincoln Planning Board will discuss zoning applications, land development reviews, and subdivision plans. The agenda also includes updates on the Municipal Resiliency Program and the Comprehensive Plan.

• Special Use Permit for North Bridge Development, LLC at 13 Blackstone Valley Pl
• Master Plan Review for Beauregard Subdivision at East Lantern Rd
• Preliminary Plan Review for Bellows Minor Subdivision on Bradford Drive
• Introduction of the new Town Planner

Town Council

The Town Council will meet to discuss the sale of the School Administration Building in executive session. The agenda also includes a resolution to use ARPA funds for a Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant and an event license application for Butterfly Farms.

• Special Entertainment Event License application for 679 Great Road
• Executive session discussion regarding the sale of the School Administration Building
• Resolution 2022-22 to use ARPA funds for Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant local share

Technical Review Committee

The Technical Review Committee will review several subdivision applications and a zoning permit. This includes preliminary plan reviews for developments on East Lantern Road and New River Road.

• Special Use Permit for North Bridge Development, LLC (AP 30 Lot 59)
• Bond review for Bellows Minor Subdivision at AP 22 Lot 89
• Preliminary plan review for Beauregard Subdivision on East Lantern Rd
• Master Plan Application for Edgewood Estates on New River Road

PEC

The Lincoln High School Renovation Committee will discuss project updates and review permit drawings prepared by RGB. The committee is also scheduled to vote on a Downes Construction Requisition.

• Vote on Downes Construction Requisition
• Review of permit drawings prepared by RGB
• Project update

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee will meet to approve the minutes from the August 16, 2022, meeting. The agenda also includes the Jackson Claim, which was referred to the committee by the Town Council on August 16, 2022.

• Jackson Claim (referred by Town Council on 08/16/2022)

Town Council

The Board of License Commissioners will consider applications for food truck, event, and detective licenses. The Town Council will review committee reports regarding ordinances for cannabis use, tobacco use, and a school department fund. The agenda also includes departmental reports and various board appointments.

• Ordinance: Cannabis use in public places
• Ordinance: Tobacco use in public places
• Ordinance: School Department Revolving Fund
• Special event entertainment licenses
• Mobile food truck licenses

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will review three proposed ordinances. These include regulations for cannabis and tobacco use in public places and a school department revolving fund project.

• Ordinance 2022-2: School Department Revolving Fund Capital Improvement Project
• Ordinance 2022-5: Cannabis use in public places
• Ordinance 2022-6: Tobacco use in public places

Town Council

The Town Council will consider entering an executive session to discuss the sale of the School Administration Building. The council also intends to discuss collective bargaining with Rhode Island Labors District Council of the Laborers International Union of North America Local 1033.

• Discussion regarding the sale of the School Administration Building
• Collective bargaining with Rhode Island Labors District Council of the Laborers International Union of North America Local 1033

Parks & Recreation

The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Commission will review reports from the Commissioner and Director. The agenda includes discussions on recreational space, fencing, and a proposed Physical Education Center. Members will also address fall programs and activities at Chase Farm.

• Proposed new Physical Education Center
• Fencing and bleacher update
• Identification of available recreational space
• Maintenance for fall sports
• Activities at Chase Farm

Water Commission

The Lincoln Water Commission will review August 2022 financial and activity reports. The agenda includes discussions regarding water usage billing for town sanitary sewer maintenance with Veolia Water and a RIDOT water main replacement project on School Street. The commission also plans to discuss field personnel coverage procedures in executive session.

• RIDOT School Street Pavement Rehabilitation Project – Water Main Replacement
• Water Usage Billing – Town Sanitary Sewer Maintenance (Veolia Water)
• Field Personnel Daily Coverage Procedures

Board of Canvassers

The Lincoln Board of Canvassers will supervise polling locations and tabulate results for the September 13, 2022 Party Primaries. This includes processing provisional ballots and handling miscellaneous election business.

• Supervision of polling places
• Tabulation of September 13, 2022 Party Primary results
• Processing of provisional ballots

PEC

The committee will discuss updates to the Lincoln High School renovation project, including logistics plans and construction schedules. The meeting includes votes on commissioning agent proposals and reviews of third-party testing services.

• Vote on commissioning agent proposals from Sustainable Engineering Solutions and Synergy Commissioning Inc.
• Review of proposals for third-party testing services
• Discussion of revised logistics plan and construction schedule
• Update on technology and equipment requirements for Lincoln High School

Conservation Commission

The commission will review wetland applications and discuss various conservation projects. The agenda also includes the election of officers and budget reviews.

• Wetland Applications
• Butterfly Garden project
• Shady Brook project
• Historical Cemeteries project
• Election of Officers

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will discuss the resignation of Charles Cox. The board will also discuss the September 13, 2022, primary election.

• Discussion of the resignation of Charles Cox
• Discussion of the September 13, 2022, Primary Day

General

The Lincoln Zoning Board of Review will hold a public hearing for several property applications. These include requests for a special use permit and dimensional variances for residential additions.

• Special Use Permit for a 5-unit residential building at Smithfield Ave and Higginson Ave
• Dimensional variance for side setback relief at 1843 Old Louisquisset Pike
• Dimensional variance for front setback relief at 19 Memorial Ave

PEC

The committee will discuss updates regarding the Lincoln High School renovation project. Agenda items include reviewing the construction schedule, the project budget, and Ahlborg Requisition #1. Members will also vote to approve minutes from several July and August 2022 meetings.

• Review of Ahlborg Requisition #1
• Project budget review
• Construction schedule review including mobilization and permitting
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct reviews for major land developments, including Edgewood Estates and The Fairgrounds. The meeting also includes reviews for minor subdivisions and zoning applications.

• Master Plan Review for Edgewood Estates at New River Road
• Preliminary Plan Modification for The Fairgrounds at Kendall Drive
• Minor subdivision review for 838 Lower River Road
• Preliminary Plan Approval Extension for Pascale Drive Subdivision
• Zoning applications for AP 25 Lot 123 and AP 9 Lot 129

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will introduce a new member and discuss the 2022 elections. The board may also vote on canvassing the final voting lists.

• Introduction of a new member
• Discussion, vote, or action on canvassing the final voting lists
• Discussion of the 2022 elections

Technical Review Committee

The Technical Review Committee will discuss master plan and preliminary plan applications for Edgewood Estates and The Fairgrounds. The committee will also review minor subdivision requests for properties on Lower River Road and Pascale Drive.

• Master Plan Application for Edgewood Estates on New River Road
• Preliminary Plan Modification for The Fairgrounds on Kendall Drive
• Minor subdivision request for 838 Lower River Road
• Preliminary Plan Approval Extension for Pascale Drive Subdivision

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee met to approve minutes from July 26, 2022. The agenda also included the Sandra Morrissey claim, which was referred to the committee by the Town Council on July 26, 2022.

• Approval of July 26, 2022, meeting minutes
• Sandra Morrissey claim

Town Council

The Board of License Commissioners will review applications for several special events. The Town Council will introduce new ordinances regarding cannabis and tobacco use in public places. Additionally, the Council will discuss a letter from RIDOT concerning surplus state land.

• Introduction of Ordinance 2022-5 regarding cannabis use in public places
• Introduction of Ordinance 2022-6 regarding tobacco use in public places
• Special event applications including the Greenway Challenge and Pine Grove Derby
• Discussion on RIDOT letter regarding disposition of surplus state land
• Appointments to the Tenant, Budget, Library, and Zoning boards

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will review an ordinance to establish a School Department Revolving Fund Capital Improvement Project. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from the July 25, 2022 meeting.

• Ordinance 2022-2: Establishing a School Department Revolving Fund Capital Improvement Project
• Approval of July 25, 2022, meeting minutes

Town Council

This meeting consists of standard procedural business and a review of the agenda for August 16, 2022. No substantive legislative or financial items are listed on this agenda.

PEC

The Lincoln High School Renovation Committee will review the current status of the renovation project. The meeting includes a presentation on HVAC systems and planning for a groundbreaking ceremony. The committee will also ratify a July 7 vote regarding Ahlbog seeking RTAs for a metal building.

• Ratification of July 7 vote for Ahlbog to seek RTAs for a metal building
• OPM project update
• Presentation and discussion on HVAC systems
• Development of groundbreaking details
• Approval of previous meeting minutes from July and August 2022

Parks & Recreation

The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss updates on fencing, bleachers, and the identification of available recreational space. The meeting also includes reviews of summer programs for kids and Chase Farm activities.

• Proposed new Physical Education Center
• Fencing and bleacher update
• Identification of available recreational space
• Maintenance for fall sports
• Review of summer program for kids

Water Commission

The Water Commission will review July 2022 financial and activity reports. The meeting includes discussion on water usage billing for sewer maintenance and a draft lease agreement for a communication facility at 8 Rocky Way. Two claims filed with the Trust will also be addressed.

• Draft lease agreement for SmartLink/ATT at 8 Rocky Way
• Water usage billing for Town Sanitary Sewer Maintenance (Veolia Water)
• Claim by property owners on Smith Street and Smithfield Avenue
• Claim by the Town of Lincoln regarding a Veolia sewer cleaning invoice

PEC

The Lincoln High School Renovation Committee will review a request from Ahlborg Construction to establish a dollar value for procurement without committee authorization. The committee will also discuss project updates and select a date for the groundbreaking.

• Establishing spending limits for Ahlborg Construction to procure vendors/subcontractors
• Selecting a date for the groundbreaking
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 22, July 14, and July 27

Conservation Commission

The Lincoln Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss wetland applications and various commission projects. The agenda includes updates on the Butterfly Garden, Shady Brook, historical cemeteries, and town cleanups. Specific details for new or old business are not provided in the notice.

• Wetland Applications
• Butterfly Garden project
• Shady Brook project
• Historical Cemeteries
• Town Cleanups

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Review will conduct public hearings for two special use permit applications. One request involves adding a message board to an existing pylon sign on Front Street. Another application proposes a 5-unit residential building at the corner of Smithfield Avenue and Higginson Avenue.

• Special Use Permit for a message board at 172 Front Street
• Special Use Permit for a 5-unit residential building at Smithfield Ave and Higginson Ave
• Approval of June and July meeting minutes

PEC

The committee will receive a project update and a presentation from Barnes Building Co. Members will discuss materials for the roof, siding, and trim. The meeting includes votes on the roof system and exterior building colors.

• Presentation by Barnes Building Co.
• Discussion of roof, siding, and trim materials and colors
• Vote on the roof system
• Vote on exterior building colors
• Discussion regarding insulated roof panel options

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct preliminary plan reviews for several minor subdivisions and consider a bond release for Sables Road Subdivision Phase 2. The agenda also includes updates on administrative subdivisions and legal appeals.

• Bond release for Sables Road Subdivision – Phase 2
• Preliminary plan review for Gem Plumbing (AP 28 Lot 137)
• Minor subdivision requests: Woodward Road, Bradford Drive, and Old Louisquisset Pike
• Administrative subdivision updates for Fairgrounds, Main Street, Wall Street Investments, and Mendes subdivisions
• Special Use Permit application for AP 6 Lot 213

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee met to address pending claims, including a pothole claim from Dennis J Medeiros. This item was previously referred or deferred in April, May, and June 2022.

• Dennis J Medeiros Pothole Claim

Purchasing Committee

The Purchasing Committee will review bids for Manville Park field maintenance and consider multiple bid waiver requests. These requests include items for a police detective vehicle, a software application, and ARPA-funded highway trucks.

• RFP #2023-02 Manville Park Field Maintenance
• Bid Waiver Request - Police Detective Vehicle
• Bid Waiver Request - Sole Source Software Application
• 2023 Bid Waiver Request - ARPA Funded Highway Trucks

Town Council

The Lincoln Town Council will discuss the town's roadway assessment and paving plan. The meeting also includes subcommittee reports on ordinances, claims, and purchasing requests. Additionally, the Board of License Commissioners will review various event and holiday license applications.

• Roadway Assessment and Paving Plan discussion
• Resolution to extend paving contract with Pawtucket Hot Mix Asphalt
• Application for a Zone Change from Armand Ferland
• Ordinance establishing a School Department Revolving Fund
• RFP #2023-02 Manville Park Field Maintenance

Town Council

The Town Council will receive a presentation from the Cumberland Town Planner regarding Peterson Puritan/No Name Island. The Council also intends to request an executive session to discuss collective bargaining with the International Brotherhood of Police Officers, Local #435.

• Presentation on Peterson Puritan/No Name Island
• Discussion regarding School Capital Fund
• Executive session request for police collective bargaining

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will review polling locations for the September 13, 2022, Primary Election and the November 8, 2022, General Election. The agenda also includes approving a new polling place at St. Ambrose Church for precinct 1702.

• New polling place for precinct 1702 at St. Ambrose Church
• Polling locations for the September 13, 2022 Primary Election
• Polling locations for the November 8, 2022 General Election
• Certification of nomination papers

Technical Review Committee

The Technical Review Committee will discuss several land development and subdivision applications. This includes a final plan modification for Sables Road Subdivision Phase 2 and preliminary reviews for multiple minor subdivisions. The committee will also consider a special use permit application.

• Sables Road Subdivision – Phase 2: Final Plan Modification and Bond Reduction
• Gem Plumbing Preliminary Plan Review
• Woodward Road Subdivision classification and plan review
• 1851 Old Louisquisset Pike Subdivision classification and plan review
• Special Use Permit for AP 6 Lot 213

PEC

The committee will discuss project updates, including exterior color and material samples. Members will consider a recommendation of award for a pre-engineered metal building and approval for several early procurement packages. The meeting also addresses site utilization plans and school schedules.

• Recommendation of award for Pre-engineered Metal Building
• Approval for early procurement packages including HVAC, electrical, and athletic flooring
• Review of exterior color and material samples
• Discussion of site utilization plans and school summer/fall schedules

Water Commission

The commission will review June 2022 financial reports, including balance sheets and capital accounts. New business includes discussion regarding water usage billing for town sanitary sewer maintenance by Veolia Water. The agenda also covers claims involving property owners on Smith Street and Smithfield Avenue.

• Water usage billing for Town Sanitary Sewer Maintenance (Veolia Water)
• Claim filed by property owners on Smith and Smithfield Avenue
• Claim filed by the Town of Lincoln regarding a Veolia sewer cleaning invoice
• Discussion on Anchor Auto Memorandum of Understanding addendum

General

The Lincoln Zoning Board of Review will hold public hearings for several applications. These include requests for special use permits regarding solar arrays and a message board, as well as a dimensional variance for a home addition.

• Dimensional variance for a second floor garage addition at 3 Andrews Dr.
• Special Use Permit to add a message board to a pylon sign at 172 Front Street
• Special Use Permit for a roof-mounted solar array at 40 Industrial Circle
• Special Use Permit for solar installation at 55 Conduit St

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Review will hold public hearings for several land use applications. These include requests for solar installations on industrial buildings and a dimensional variance for a garage addition.

• Dimensional Variance for second-floor addition over a garage at 3 Andrews Dr.
• Special Use Permit to add message board to pylon sign at 172 Front Street
• Special Use Permit for roof-mounted solar array at 40 Industrial Circle
• Special Use Permit for solar installation at 55 Conduit St

Conservation Commission

The commission will review wetland applications and discuss several ongoing commission projects. Specific details regarding individual applications or project updates are not provided in the agenda text.

• Wetland Applications
• Butterfly Garden
• Shady Brook
• Historical Cemeteries
• Town Cleanups

PEC

The committee will review building elevations and options for a future connector at Lincoln High School. They will also consider recommendations regarding design submissions to RIDE and the procurement of a pre-engineered metal building.

• Vote on final elevation concept
• Recommendation to authorize Ahlborg/RGB Design-Build team to submit SD design to RIDE
• Authorization for Ahlborg Construction to proceed with early procurement of a pre-engineered metal building
• Update on State property availability

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a major land development review for the TD Bank Final Plan. The meeting also includes a phasing review for Whipple Cullen and a recommendation to the Town Council regarding code of ordinance amendments.

• TD Bank Final Plan review
• Whipple Cullen Phasing Review
• Proposed Ordinance Amendment

Board of Canvassers

The Lincoln Board of Canvassers will consider action on redistricting maps for voting precincts and council districts. The board will also hold a discussion regarding the 2022 elections.

• Redistricting maps for voting precincts and council districts
• Discussion of the 2022 elections

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee will review the minutes from the May 17, 2022 meeting. The committee will also address a pothole claim filed by Dennis J Medeiros.

• Dennis J Medeiros Pothole Claim
• Approval of May 17, 2022 minutes

Purchasing Committee

The committee will review several bid waiver requests, including real estate broker services and police vehicle computers. They will also consider the award of a bid for catch basin inspections.

• Bid waiver request for Real Estate Broker Services
• Bid waiver request for two Dell computers
• Bid waiver request for Police Vehicle Computers
• Award of bid for RFQ 2022-09 Catch Basin Inspections
• Bid waiver request for a Police Vehicle

Town Council

The Town Council will consider regulations for cannabis establishments and public use of cannabis. This includes a proposed referendum question for the November 2022 ballot regarding new cannabis-related business licenses. The agenda also covers budget amendments, committee reports, and various ordinance updates.

• Referendum question on issuing new cannabis-related business licenses in November 2022
• Amendments to the FY 2021/2022 Operating Budget
• Ordinance establishing a School Department Revolving Fund Capital Improvement Project
• Bid waiver requests for police vehicle computers and a new police vehicle
• Class F Liquor License applications for events at 15 Skyview Drive and 100 Higghinson Avenue

Ordinance Committee

The committee is reviewing three ordinance proposals. These include a school department revolving fund, an amendment to the Juvenile Hearing Board, and an intellectual disabilities ordinance.

• Ordinance 2022-2: School Department Revolving Fund Capital Improvement Project
• Ordinance 2022-3: Amendment to Section 5-27 Juvenile Hearing Board
• Ordinance 2022-4: Intellectual Disabilities Ordinance

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a joint meeting with the Lincoln School Committee regarding RIDE school construction reimbursement and the revolving fund. The Council also requested an executive session to discuss potential litigation and a housing appeal.

• RIDE school construction reimbursement discussion
• Women's Development Corp v. Town of Lincoln appeal discussion
• Potential litigation regarding Lincoln High School Renovation Project
• Potential litigation between Lincoln Water Commission and Anchor Auto Group

PEC

The Lincoln High School Renovation Committee will review progress on building plans and elevations. The committee is scheduled to vote on the final floor plan and elevation concept. Members will also discuss RIDE submissions and state property availability.

• Vote on final floor plan
• Vote on final elevation concept
• Review RIDE submission
• Update on State property availability

Technical Review Committee

The Technical Review Committee met on June 14, 2022, to review land use and zoning items. The agenda includes a recommendation for a proposed ordinance amendment to the Town Council. The committee also reviewed various zoning applications and staff reports.

• Proposed Ordinance Amendment to Code of Ordinance
• Zoning Applications review
• Whipple Cullen Phasing Review
• TD Bank Final Plan review

PEC

The Lincoln High School Renovation Committee is meeting to discuss updates regarding the school's renovation. The agenda includes reviewing progress on floor plans, elevations, and the updated site plan.

• Review of updated floor plan and elevations
• Review of building alternates including a concourse connector/bridge
• Review of updated site plan
• Review of RIDE submission

Parks & Recreation

The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss identifying available recreational space and updates on fencing and bleachers. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a proposed new Physical Education Center and maintenance for spring sports.

• Proposed new Physical Education Center
• Fencing and bleacher update
• Identification of available recreational space
• Summer program for kids
• Summer concerts

Water Commission

The commission will consider the finalized FY23 budget approval and a relief request for a resident at 31 Sprague Avenue. The agenda also includes reviewing claims from property owners on Smith Street and Smithfield Avenue.

• Final approval of the FY23 budget
• Relief request for a resident at 31 Sprague Avenue
• Three claims filed by property owners on Smith Street and Smithfield Avenue
• A claim by the Town of Lincoln regarding a Veolia sewer cleaning invoice
• Discussion of the final draft Memorandum of Understanding for Anchor Auto

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board will consider applications for special use permits and dimensional variances. These include a proposed musical and artistic performance space at 25A Carrington St. and lot coverage relief for pools at three residential addresses.

• Special Use Permit for a musical and artistic performance space at 25A Carrington St.
• Dimensional Variance for an above ground pool at 5 Holiday Court
• Dimensional Variance for an in-ground pool at 6 Bridle Dr.
• Dimensional Variance for an in-ground pool at 14 David Dr.

Water Commission

The Lincoln Water Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and finalize an agreement with Anchor Auto. This matter will be addressed during an executive session.

• Finalizing agreement with Anchor Auto in executive session
• Motion to seal the minutes of the executive session

PEC

The Lincoln High School Renovation Committee is meeting to review specific design and site alternatives. This includes evaluating a building rotation option and a concourse connector/bridge alternate. The committee will also discuss field positioning and state property availability.

• Review of site option #2 with building rotated 90 degrees
• Review of concourse connector/bridge alternate
• Review of throwing field positioning
• Discussion of state property availability

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing for The Fairgrounds Subdivision at Kendell Drive. The meeting also includes an informational meeting for a residential multi-family development on Smithfield Avenue and a review of a plan modification for 27 Wellington Rd Expansion.

• Public hearing for The Fairgrounds Subdivision at Kendell Drive
• Public informational meeting for residential multi-family development on Smithfield Avenue
• Preliminary plan modification for 27 Wellington Rd Expansion

PEC

The Lincoln High School Renovation Committee will review site plan presentations from the D-Build team regarding building placement. The meeting also includes a vote on presented options and the selection of participants for upcoming design meetings.

• Presentation of site plans by Ahlborg/RGB regarding building placement
• Vote on presented options to proceed to next steps
• Review of scope items and 'wish list'
• Selection of participants for Owner, Architect, Contractor (OAC) meetings

Technical Review Committee

The Technical Review Committee will review several major subdivision and land development applications. This includes a public hearing for The Fairgrounds Subdivision and an informational meeting for a multi-family development on Smithfield Avenue.

• Public hearing for The Fairgrounds Subdivision on Kendell Drive
• Master plan informational meeting for residential multi-family development on Smithfield Avenue
• Preliminary plan review for Wellington Road Development
• Preliminary plan modification for 27 Wellington Rd Expansion

Town Council

The Lincoln Town Council will meet to conduct business, including a request for an executive session. This session is requested to address matters related to potential litigation with Anchor Auto Group.

• Request for an executive session regarding potential litigation involving Anchor Auto Group

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee will review several pothole claims. This includes a claim from Sawath Inthavong and two other claims referred to the committee in April.

• Sawath Inthavong pothole claim
• Dennis J Medeiros pothole claim
• Cunningham pothole claim
• Approval of April 19, 2022 minutes

Purchasing Committee

The Lincoln Purchasing Committee is meeting to approve the minutes from April 19, 2022. The committee will also consider a bid recommendation regarding repairs for a leak at Barney Pond Dam.

• Barney Pond Dam Leak Repair Bid Recommendation
• Approval of April 19, 2022 meeting minutes

Town Council

The Board of License Commissioners will consider several liquor and food establishment applications. The Town Council will also address pothole claims, dam repair bids, and resolutions for the FY2023 budget tax rates.

• Liquor license transfer for OJohn, LLC to 622 George Washington Highway
• Bid recommendation for Barney Pond Dam leak repair
• Resolution to establish 2022 tax rates for FY2023 budget
• Pothole claims from Sawath Inthavong, Dennis J Medeiros, and Cunningham
• Ordinance amendment regarding the Juvenile Hearing Board

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee is reviewing Ordinance 2022-2, which proposes establishing a School Department Revolving Fund Capital Improvement Project. This item was referred to the committee by the Town Council on April 19, 2022.

• Review of Ordinance 2022-2 (School Department Revolving Fund Capital Improvement Project)
• Approval of February 14, 2022 meeting minutes

Town Council

The Lincoln Town Council will meet on May 16, 2022. The agenda includes a presentation from Preserve RI regarding the Valentine Whitman House and a review of the following day's agenda.

• Presentation from Preserve RI regarding Valentine Whitman House
• Review of the Town Council agenda for May 17, 2022

Parks & Recreation

The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss updates regarding recreational space, fencing, and bleachers. The meeting also includes reports on spring sports and plans for summer programs.

• Proposed new Physical Education Center
• Fencing and bleacher update
• Summer program for kids
• Summer concerts
• Spring sports maintenance

General

The Water Commission will review April 2022 financial and activity reports. The agenda also includes discussions on wellfield abandonment coordination and FY23 budget preparation.

• Draft lease for Smartlink/AT&T Wireless equipment at Manville Tank Site
• Quinnville Wellfield Abandonment coordination
• Eight claims from property owners on Smith Street and Smithfield Avenue
• Town of Lincoln claim regarding a Veolia sewer cleaning invoice
• 2021 hydrant painting invoice submittal

Budget Board

The Lincoln Budget Board will meet to certify the FY23 Budget as approved at the Financial Town Meeting. The meeting follows the conclusion of the Financial Town Meeting at Lincoln High School Auditorium.

• Certification of the FY23 Budget
• Approval of May 5, 2022 minutes

Town Council

The Lincoln Town Council will meet to act on a recommendation from the Lincoln High School Renovation Committee. The rest of the agenda consists of standard procedural items.

• Recommendation from Lincoln High School Renovation Committee

Board of Canvassers

The Lincoln Board of Canvassers will meet to consider the approval of specific polling locations. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the 2022 elections.

• Approval of Lincoln High School as an out-of-district polling place
• Approval of William M. Davies, Jr. Career and Technical High School as a new polling place
• Discussion of 2022 elections

Budget Board

The Lincoln Budget Board will review the FY22 and FY23 budgets during this meeting. The agenda also includes preparation for FY23 FTM and a review of the Budget Board Letter.

• FY22 Budgets
• FY23 Budget
• Budget Board Letter
• FY23 FTM Preparation

PEC

The Lincoln High School Renovation Committee will review project updates and schedules. The committee is scheduled to interview design-build contractors and select a team to recommend to the Town Council.

• Selection of a design-build team for recommendation to Town Council
• Review of project schedule and critical activities

Conservation Commission

The Lincoln Conservation Commission will meet to discuss wetland applications and several ongoing commission projects. The agenda also includes updates on town cleanups and budget matters.

• Wetland Applications
• Butterfly Garden project
• Shady Brook project
• Historical Cemeteries project
• Town Cleanups

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board will review two applications regarding property use and setbacks. One request involves converting a church building at 1568 Lonsdale Avenue into a four-unit residential building. Another application seeks relief for side and rear setbacks for an addition at 7 Loring Drive.

• Special Use Permit to convert 1568 Lonsdale Avenue into a four-unit residential building
• Dimensional variance for an addition at 7 Loring Drive

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Review will consider an appeal regarding a Planning Board decision made on March 3, 2022. The application concerns a subdivision at 214 River Road.

• Appeal of Planning Board decision regarding a subdivision at 214 River Road

PEC

The committee will review the RFP 2022-05 response score card and select three design-build contractors to invite for interviews. The group will also review the agenda for the contractor interviews scheduled for May 4, 2022.

• Selection of top three design-build contractors for upcoming interviews
• Review of RFP 2022-05 response score card
• Review of the agenda for May 4 contractor interviews

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing for the Wellington Road development. The board will also review master plans for multi-family development at Smithfield & Higginson Ave and a subdivision plan for Kendall Drive.

• Public hearing for Wellington Road development (Maple Realty, LLC)
• Master plan review for residential multi-family development at Smithfield & Higginson Ave
• Preliminary plan review for The Fairgrounds Subdivision at Kendall Drive

Budget Board

The Lincoln Budget Board will review the FY22 and FY23 budgets. The meeting also includes discussion regarding a Budget Board Letter and preparation for FY23 FTM.

• FY22 Budgets
• FY23 Budget
• Budget Board Letter
• FY23 FTM Preparation

Technical Review Committee

The Technical Review Committee will conduct plan reviews for several major land developments. This includes a preliminary review for Wellington Road and a master plan review for a multi-family development at Smithfield & Higginson Ave.

• Preliminary Plan Review for Wellington Road Development (AP 28 Lot 137) by Maple Realty, LLC
• Master Plan Review for residential multi-family development at Smithfield & Higginson Ave by Jorica Development
• Preliminary Plan Review for The Fairgrounds Subdivision at Kendall Drive by We Dig Investments, LLC

Town Council

The Claims Committee will review several claims regarding mailboxes and potholes. These items were previously referred to the committee by the Town Council on March 15, 2022.

• Paul and Eileen Caccia mailbox claim
• Sawath Inthavong pothole claim
• Lisa Barakat pothole claim
• Chioma Nwankwo mailbox claim

Town Council

The Purchasing Committee will meet to review bids for town projects. The agenda includes a bypass competitive bidding for a fireworks display and weatherproofing for the Lincoln High School locker room. The committee will also approve minutes from the March 15, 2022 meeting.

• Bypass Competitive Bidding - Fireworks Display
• Weatherproofing of the Locker Room at Lincoln High School
• Approval of March 15, 2022 minutes

Town Council

The Board of License Commissioners will review various business, event, and liquor license applications. The Town Council will consider monthly bills totaling over $843,000 and several new resolutions, including the transfer of ARPA funds. The council will also address claims regarding potholes and mailbox damage.

• Monthly bills: $630,714.13 Direct Pay and $212,592.97 Accounts Payable
• Resolution authorizing the transfer of ARPA funds
• Liquor license transfer for OJohn, LLC to 622 George Washington Highway, Unit 30a
• Pothole claims from Dennis J Medeiros and Cunningham
• Ordinance establishing a School Department Revolving Fund Capital Improvement Project

Town Council

The Town Council will meet to review audited financial statements with independent auditors. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss several Superior Court tax appeals and potential ARPA funds litigation. Members will also discuss amending Juvenile Hearing Board requirements.

• Review of audited financial statements
• Albany Road 6 Blackstone Valley LLC v. Keeble litigation
• UTGR v. Keeble litigation
• Walker Lofts LLC v. Town of Lincoln litigation
• Proposed amendment to Juvenile Hearing Board requirements

Parks & Recreation

The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss updates regarding fencing, bleachers, and the winter basketball program. The meeting also includes discussions about a proposed new Physical Education Center and responsibility for blacktop road repairs near Lonsdale Park.

• Proposed new Physical Education Center
• Repairs for the blacktop road around Lonsdale Park
• Fencing and bleacher updates
• Winter basketball program/effects with expanded gym space
• Maintenance for spring sports

Water Commission

The Lincoln Water Commission will discuss FY23 budget preparation and unfinished business regarding Quinnville Wellfied Facilities. The agenda also includes reviewing March 2022 financial reports and addressing several insurance claims.

• FY23 budget preparation
• Quinnville Wellfied Facilities abandonment planning
• 9 claims filed by property owners on Smith Street and Smithfield Avenue
• Veolia sewer cleaning invoice claim from the Town of Lincoln
• Smartlink/AT&T Wireless equipment at Manville Tank Site

Budget Board

The Lincoln Budget Board is meeting to address the Fiscal Year 2023 municipal budget and the Fiscal Year 2023 education budget. The agenda also includes periods for public comment and correspondence.

• FY23 Municipal Budget discussion
• FY23 Education Budget discussion

PEC

The committee is reviewing RFP 2022-05 and discussing upcoming project schedules. Members will also work to establish a selection committee for the Design/Build Team.

• Review of RFP 2022-05
• Establishment of a selection committee
• Scheduling interviews for RFP respondents
• Approval of March 2 and March 16 meeting minutes

Conservation Commission

The meeting includes reviews of wetland applications and updates on several commission projects. These include the Butterfly Garden, Shady Brook, Historical Cemeteries, and Town Cleanups.

• Wetland applications
• Butterfly Garden project
• Shady Brook project
• Historical Cemeteries project
• Town Cleanups

Budget Board

The Budget Board will meet to discuss the Fiscal Year 2023 municipal budget and the Fiscal Year 2023 education budget. The agenda also includes provisions for correspondence and public comment.

• FY23 Municipal Budget
• FY23 Education Budget

Budget Board

The Budget Board will discuss the Fiscal Year 2023 Municipal Budget and the Fiscal Year 2023 Education Budget. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from March 29, 30, and 31, 2022.

• FY23 Municipal Budget
• FY23 Education Budget
• Approval of minutes from March 29, 30, and 31, 2022

Budget Board

The Budget Board will meet to discuss the Fiscal Year 2023 municipal budget and the Fiscal Year 2023 education budget. The meeting also includes scheduled periods for public comment.

• FY23 Municipal Budget
• FY23 Education Budget

Budget Board

The Budget Board will meet to discuss the Fiscal Year 2023 municipal budget and the Fiscal Year 2023 education budget. The meeting also includes time for public comment and correspondence.

• FY23 Municipal Budget
• FY23 Education Budget

Budget Board

The Lincoln Budget Board will discuss the FY23 Municipal Budget and the FY23 Education Budget. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from March 22, 23, and 24, 2022.

• FY23 Municipal Budget discussion
• FY23 Education Budget discussion
• Approval of minutes for March 22, 23, and 24, 2022

Town Council

The Town Council will consider a motion to enter an executive session regarding potential litigation for the Lincoln High School Renovation Project. The agenda also includes a request to seal minutes from that session and votes on matters arising from it.

• Motion to enter executive session regarding potential litigation for Lincoln High School Renovation Project
• Motion to seal minutes from Executive Session
• Vote on matters from Executive Session

Budget Board

The Budget Board will discuss the Fiscal Year 2023 municipal budget and the Fiscal Year 2023 education budget. The meeting also includes periods for public comment and correspondence.

• FY23 Municipal Budget discussion
• FY23 Education Budget discussion

Budget Board

The Budget Board will discuss the FY23 municipal budget and the FY23 education budget. The meeting also includes periods for public comment and correspondence.

• FY23 Municipal Budget discussion
• FY23 Education Budget discussion

Planning Board

The Lincoln Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding the Cobble Hill subdivision preliminary plan review. The board will also conduct a master plan review for the Wellington Road development and review staff reports.

• Public hearing for Cobble Hill Subdivision (AP 15, Lots 67 and 84)
• Preliminary plan review for Lonsdale Land Management LLC at Cobble Hill Road
• Master plan review for Wellington Road development (AP 28, Lot 137)
• Recording of final plan for Perry Subdivision (AP 43, Lot 123)

Budget Board

The Lincoln Budget Board is meeting to discuss the FY23 Municipal Budget and the FY23 Education Budget. The agenda also includes a meeting with the School Department.

• FY23 Municipal Budget discussion
• FY23 Education Budget discussion
• Meeting with the School Department

Budget Board

The Budget Board will hold a public hearing for the reading of the proposed FY23 budget. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the FY21 audit, FY22 budgets, and the FY23 municipal and education budgets.

• Public hearing for the reading of the proposed FY23 budget
• Review of the FY21 audit
• Discussion of FY22 budgets
• Review of the FY23 municipal budget
• Review of the FY23 education budget

PEC

The Lincoln Physical Education Complex Building Committee is reviewing project updates and upcoming tasks. The meeting includes discussions on selecting a construction delivery method and preparing RFQ/RFP documents. Members are also working to develop a schedule targeting June 30, 2023.

• Selection of a construction delivery method
• Development of a project schedule for June 30, 2023
• Preparation of RFQ/RFP for design and construction consultants
• Verification of the financial budget and funding matrix

Budget Board

The Lincoln Budget Board will meet to discuss the FY23 municipal budget and the FY23 education budget. The agenda also includes a meeting with the Town Administrator and approval of minutes from March 9 and March 10, 2022.

• FY23 Municipal Budget discussion
• FY23 Education Budget discussion
• Meeting with Town Administrator
• Approval of March 9 and March 10, 2022 minutes

Technical Review Committee

The committee will conduct a preliminary plan review for the Cobble Hill Subdivision and a master plan review for the Wellington Road development. The agenda also includes the recording of the Perry Subdivision final plan.

• Cobble Hill Subdivision AP 15 Lots 67 and 84 preliminary plan review
• Wellington Road Development AP 28 Lot 137 master plan review
• Perry Subdivision AP 43 Lot 123 final plan recorded

Town Council

The Lincoln Town Council will meet to consider adjourning into an executive session regarding potential litigation for the Lincoln High School Renovation Project. The council will also vote on matters from that session and host public comment.

• Request for executive session regarding Lincoln High School Renovation Project litigation
• Motion to seal minutes of Executive Session

Purchasing Committee

The Purchasing Committee will review Bid 2022-3 regarding carpet replacement at Town Hall. The committee will also consider approving meeting minutes from February 15 and February 22, 2022.

• Bid 2022-3: Carpet Replacement - Town Hall
• Approval of February 15, 2022, and February 22, 2022, meeting minutes

Town Council

The Town Council will consider resolutions to authorize the spending of ARPA funds and extend a contract with Pawtucket Hot Mix Asphalt. The Board of License Commissioners will review applications for food establishments, special events, and license renewals. The council will also discuss establishing a capital improvement fund for the Lincoln School Department.

• Resolution to authorize spending of ARPA funds
• Resolution to extend contract with Pawtucket Hot Mix Asphalt
• Application for mobile food establishment (Big Dog Eats)
• Application for Ragnar Relay New England special event
• Claims regarding mailbox and pothole damages

Town Council

This meeting consists of procedural items including the call to order and pledge of allegiance. The council will review the March 15, 2022, agenda and host a period for public comment.

• Review of the March 15, 2022 agenda
• Public comment period

Parks & Recreation

The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss updates on community programs and facilities. The agenda includes reports on the winter basketball program, fencing, and a proposed new Physical Education Center.

• Proposed new Physical Education Center
• Notti Park Easement
• Winter basketball program update
• Fencing update
• Maintenance for spring sports

Water Commission

The Commission will consider authorizing an RFP for a water rate study and reviewing a contract amendment for a chlorine study. Members will also discuss abandonment planning for the Quinnville Wellfield Facilities. Additionally, the meeting includes addressing claims related to the Smith Street water main break.

• Authorization of RFP for Water Rate Study
• Contract amendment for Pare Corp. Residual Chlorine Study
• Final abandonment planning for Quinnville Wellfield Facilities
• 8 claims filed by property owners on Smith Street and Smithfield Avenue
• Disposition of claims regarding the Smith Street water main break

Budget Board

The Budget Board will review minutes from March 2 and 3, 2022, and address correspondence. The meeting includes discussions on the FY21 audit and budget planning for FY22 and FY23. These items cover both municipal and education funding.

• FY21 Audit review
• FY22 budget discussions
• FY23 municipal budget discussion
• FY23 education budget discussion

PEC

The Lincoln High School Renovation Committee is meeting to review project goals and prepare plans for the PEC construction. Members will discuss selecting a construction delivery method and developing a financial budget report and schedule.

• Discussion of construction delivery methods
• Development of a financial budget report
• Creation of a CPM schedule
• Planning meetings with the School Department and RIDE

Budget Board

The Lincoln Budget Board will discuss the FY21 audit and various budget items. The meeting includes reviews of FY22 budgets, as well as the FY23 municipal and education budgets.

• FY21 Audit
• FY22 Budgets
• FY23 Municipal Budget
• FY23 Education Budget

PEC

The committee will review updates on the Lincoln High School Renovation & Addition Project, including punch list completion and contract status. The meeting also includes a request for an executive session to discuss potential litigation related to the project.

• Request for executive session regarding potential litigation for the renovation project
• Update on OPM contract
• Review of punch list completion status
• CM Contingency subcommittee report
• Review of requisitions and changes

Budget Board

The Lincoln Budget Board is scheduled to review the FY21 audit and upcoming fiscal year budgets. The agenda includes discussions regarding FY22 budgets and the FY23 municipal and education budgets.

• FY21 Audit
• FY22 Budgets
• FY23 Municipal Budget
• FY23 Education Budget
• FY23 Budget Tasks/Responsibilities

Conservation Commission

The commission will review wetland applications and discuss several ongoing projects. Agenda items include updates on the Butterfly Garden, Shady Brook, historical cemeteries, and town cleanups. Specific details for individual applications are not provided in this notice.

• Wetland applications
• Butterfly Garden project
• Shady Brook project
• Historical Cemeteries
• Town Cleanups

Zoning Board

The Lincoln Zoning Board of Review will hold public hearings for two special use permit applications. The meeting also includes the review of February minutes and correspondence.

• Application to convert a church building into a four-unit residential building at 1568 Lonsdale Avenue
• Application for additional signage for Highland Falls Condominiums at 2 School St.

Town Council

The Lincoln Town Council will consider appointment 2021-13 for the District 3 Budget Board seat. This item has been deferred by the council multiple times since July 2021. The meeting also includes a call to order and public comment.

• Appointment 2021-13 for Budget Board - District 3

Budget Board

The Lincoln Budget Board will address the FY21 audit and upcoming budgets for FY22 and FY23. The meeting also includes a review of budget tasks and responsibilities for FY23.

• FY21 Audit
• FY22 Budgets
• FY23 Municipal Budget
• FY23 Education Budget
• FY23 Budget Tasks/Responsibilities

Budget Board

The Lincoln Budget Board will meet to discuss the FY21 audit and upcoming budget cycles. The agenda includes reviews of the FY22 budgets, the FY23 municipal budget, and the FY23 education budget.

• FY21 Audit
• FY22 Budgets
• FY23 Municipal Budget
• FY23 Education Budget
• FY23 Budget Tasks/Responsibilities

Planning Board

The Lincoln Planning Board will conduct a public hearing for the Perry Subdivision and an informational meeting for the Cobble Hill subdivision master plan. The board is also scheduled to review plans for Sables Road, Pascale Drive, and several recorded subdivisions.

• Public hearing: Perry Subdivision preliminary plan review at Louisquisset Pike & Twin River Rd
• Informational meeting: Cobble Hill subdivision master plan review
• Final plan modification and bond reduction for Sables Road Subdivision Phase 2
• Preliminary plan review for Pascale Drive Subdivision
• Recording of final plans for North End Realty, Chase Lane, and Wake Robin subdivisions

Purchasing Committee

The Lincoln Purchasing Committee is meeting to review Bid 2022-2, which is a bid waiver request for aluminum bleachers. No other specific items are listed on the agenda.

• Bid 2022-2: Bid Waiver Request for Aluminum Bleachers

Town Council

The Lincoln Town Council will consider a resolution to award a contract for the OPM for the PEC construction project. The council will also review a bid waiver request regarding aluminum bleachers.

• Resolution 2022-8: Contract award for the OPM for the PEC construction project
• Bid 2022-2: Bid waiver request for aluminum bleachers

Budget Board

The Lincoln Budget Board will review the Town Administrator's recommended FY23 budget. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the FY21 audit and various components of the FY23 budget strategy.

• Presentation of Town Administrator’s Recommended FY23 Budget
• Review of FY21 Audit
• Discussion of FY23 Municipal Budget
• Discussion of FY23 Education Budgets
• Approval of January 27, 2022 minutes

PEC

The committee is conducting interviews and making a choice regarding Owner’s Project Manager services. The meeting also includes a review of previous minutes.

• Interviews for Owner’s Project Manager Services
• Choice of Owner’s Project Manager Services

Technical Review Committee

The Technical Review Committee will hold a public hearing for the Perry Subdivision and an informational meeting for Cobble Hill subdivision. The committee is also reviewing plans for Sables Road, Pascale Drive, and Smithfield Avenue developments.

• Perry Subdivision preliminary plan review at Louisquisset Pike & Twin River Rd
• Cobble Hill subdivision master plan review on Cobble Hill Road
• Sables Road Subdivision Phase 2 final plan modification and bond reduction
• Pascale Drive subdivision preliminary plan review
• Smithfield Avenue development master plan review at Smithfield and Higginson Avenue

Purchasing Committee

The Purchasing Committee will review Bid 2022-1 for a Roadway Conditions Assessment and Pavement Management Plan. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from the January 18, 2022 meeting.

• Bid 2022-1: Roadway Conditions Assessment and Pavement Management Plan
• Approval of January 18, 2022 meeting minutes

Town Council

The council will review monthly department reports and approve previous meeting minutes. Agenda items include a contract extension with Veolia Water North America and resolutions regarding the Blackstone River Watershed. The council also considers an ordinance update on littering.

• Special Event License for McColl YMCA road race on 6/12/2022
• Contract extension authorization for Veolia Water North America - Northeast, LLC
• Bid for Roadway Conditions Assessment and Pavement Management Plan
• Resolution regarding Blackstone River Watershed needs assessment report
• Ordinance 2022-1 regarding Chapter 164 Littering

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will review Ordinance 2022-1, which concerns Chapter 164 Littering. The committee also plans to approve the minutes from the November 15, 2021 meeting.

• Review of Ordinance 2022-1 regarding Chapter 164 Littering
• Approval of November 15, 2021 meeting minutes

Town Council

The Town Council will conduct interviews for Planning Board appointments and hear a presentation regarding the Blackstone Watershed Collaborative. The Council also requested an executive session to discuss and potentially take action on the sale of Town property.

• Planning Board appointment interviews for Meagan Bellamy and Robert Hoard
• Presentation regarding Blackstone Watershed Collaborative
• Executive session discussion on potential sale of Town property

Town Council

The Lincoln Town Council meeting includes a request for an executive session to discuss and take action on the potential sale of Town property. The council will also vote on matters arising from that session.

• Potential sale of Town property

Parks & Recreation

The commission will review reports from the Commissioner and Director. Discussion items include fencing updates, Notte Park, and a proposed Physical Education Center.

• Proposed new Physical Education Center
• Winter basketball program
• Fencing update
• Notte Park
• Park signs and spring sports maintenance

Water Commission

The Lincoln Water Commission will discuss a water main break on Smith Street and its repair. The meeting also includes reviewing eight claims filed by property owners on Smith Street and Smithfield Avenue.

• Discussion on Smith Street Water Main Break and Repair
• 8 claims filed by property owners on Smith Street and Smithfield Avenue
• 1 claim filed by the Town of Lincoln
• Review of Commission Water Rates
• Employee Handbook policy changes regarding Paychex

PEC

The committee will review and score applicants for an OPM position regarding the Physical Education Complex. Members will also decide which top three candidates to interview. Additionally, the group will discuss the status of the Lincoln High School Renovation & Addition Project punch list.

• Scoring applicants for the Physical Education Complex OPM position
• Selecting top three applicants to interview
• Reviewing Lincoln High School renovation punch list completion status
• Reviewing CM contingency subcommittee report

PEC

The Construction Contingency Sub-Committee will review the most recent construction contingency update. The committee will also determine next steps for completing this review and schedule future meetings.

• Review of Construction Contingency Update
• Determination of next steps for completing the contingency review
• Scheduling of future meetings

Conservation Commission

The Lincoln Conservation Commission will meet to review wetland applications and various commission projects. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the budget, correspondence, and town cleanups. Specific details for individual applications or business items are not included in this notice.

• Wetland Applications
• Butterfly Garden project
• Shady Brook project
• Historical Cemeteries project
• Town Cleanups

Zoning Board

The board will consider a special use permit for a four-unit residential conversion at 1568 Lonsdale Avenue. The meeting also includes discussion on requesting Town Council amendments to the Lincoln Zoning Ordinance.

• Special Use Permit to convert church building at 1568 Lonsdale Avenue into four residential units
• Dimensional variance for front setback relief at 1 Winterberry Rd
• Proposed ordinance amendment requiring stamped surveys for all zoning applications
• Proposed ordinance amendment regarding special use permit standards

Town Council

The Town Council will consider appointments for the Budget Board in Districts 1 and 3. The Council also requested an executive session to discuss the potential sale of town property.

• Budget Board District 3 appointment (2021-13)
• Budget Board District 1 appointment (2022-7)
• Executive session request regarding potential sale of Town property

Budget Board

The Budget Board will discuss the FY21 and FY22 municipal and education department budgets. The meeting also includes updates on municipal and school capital projects and a review of budget history since FY11.

• FY21 Municipal and Education Department Budgets
• FY22 Municipal and Education Department Budgets
• Status of municipal and school capital projects
• Discussion of budget history since FY11
• New Budget Board members and open positions

PEC

The Lincoln High School Renovation Committee will discuss projected costs and construction cost escalation for the Physical Education Complex. The meeting also includes a review of the RFP for an Owner's Project Manager and updates on the Lincoln High School renovation punch list.

• Update on State II submission and projected PEC costs
• Review of RFP for Owner's Project Manager (OPM)
• Discussion regarding construction cost escalation
• Status of Lincoln High School renovation punch list completion
• Election of committee officers

Planning Board

The Lincoln Planning Board will meet to discuss various subdivision applications and plan reviews. This includes master plan reviews for the Fairgrounds, Perry, and Cobble Hill subdivisions. The board will also consider final plan modifications and bond reviews.

• Master Plan Review for The Fairgrounds Subdivision (Kendall Drive)
• Final Plan Modification for Sables Road Subdivision – Phase 2
• Final Plan Review for Chase Lane Subdivision
• Bond Review for Kirkbrae Ledges – Phase 11
• Master Plan Review for Cobble Hill Subdivision

Technical Review Committee

The Technical Review Committee will review several subdivision master plans and final plan modifications. The agenda also includes bond reviews and a comprehensive permit review for the Cobble Hill Subdivision.

• Master Plan Review: The Fairgrounds Subdivision
• Final Plan Modification: Sables Road Subdivision – Phase 2
• Final Plan Review: Chase Lane Subdivision
• Bond Review: Kirkbrae Ledges – Phase 11
• Master Plan Review: Cobble Hill Subdivision

Purchasing Committee

The Purchasing Committee will review the minutes from the December 21, 2021 meeting. The agenda also includes a bid waiver request regarding Town Clerk and website software services.

• Bid Waiver Request (Resolution 2022-3) for Town Clerk and Website Software Service
• Approval of December 21, 2021 meeting minutes

Town Council

The Lincoln Town Council meeting includes a request for an executive session to discuss the potential sale of town property. The council will also consider motions regarding sealing minutes from that session.

• Potential sale of Town Property

Town Council

The Town Council will review a liquor license transfer for 10 Higginson Avenue and a zone change application. The agenda also includes several board appointments and the introduction of a new littering ordinance.

• Transfer of Class A Liquor License at 10 Higginson Avenue
• Zone change application from Armand Ferland
• Resolution authorizing ARPA funds spending
• Introduction of Ordinance 2022-1 regarding Chapter 164 Littering
• Appointment of a Tree Warden

Town Council

The Town Council will consider the authorization of ARPA funds spending and a zone change application from Armand Ferland. The Board of License Commissioners will hold a public hearing for a liquor license transfer at 10 Higginson Avenue. The agenda also includes various municipal appointments and department reports.

• Public hearing for Class A Liquor License transfer at 10 Higginson Avenue
• Zone change application from Armand Ferland
• Resolution authorizing ARPA funds spending
• Ordinance introduction regarding Chapter 164 Littering
• Bid waiver request for Town Clerk and website software service

Tax Assessor

The Lincoln Tax Board of Review is meeting to conduct a review of various tax appeals. This includes cases for Buffalo Lincoln Associates, UTGR-Twin River/Ballys, and multiple Albany Road properties. No specific details are provided for old or new business items.

• Buffalo Lincoln Associates appeal (31-208.0)
• UTGR-Twin River/Ballys appeal (42-024.0)
• Multiple Albany Road appeals (6 Blackstone Valley LLC)
• Polseno Properties Management LLC appeal (41-058.0)
• Crown Enterprises Inc. appeal (41-059.0)

PEC

The committee will review progress on the Lincoln High School Renovation & Addition Project, including punch list completion and a dispute with Gilbane. Discussion will also cover additional funding for the Physical Education Complex and the hiring of an Owner's Project Manager.

• Status of Lincoln High School punch list completion
• Update on dispute with Gilbane
• Review of CM Contingency expenditures
• Review of Town Council Resolution for Physical Education Complex funding
• Review of RFP for OPM

Parks & Recreation

The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Commission will review reports and discuss field maintenance and fencing updates. The agenda also includes the Lime Acres Open Space Grant and a proposed new Physical Education Center.

• Proposed new Physical Education Center
• Notte Park expansion
• Lime Acres Open Space Grant
• Maintenance of Fields and Grounds
• Election of Officers

Water Commission

The Lincoln Water Commission will review December 2021 financial reports and the Superintendent's report of daily activity. The commission will discuss water rates, employee handbook policy changes, and payment plan requests for residents at 84 Woodland Street and 252 Railroad Street.

• Commission Water Rates discussion
• Payment plan requests for 84 Woodland Street and 252 Railroad Street
• Paychex employee handbook policy changes
• Review of December 2021 financial reports
• Executive session discussion regarding Anchor Subaru Auto

Conservation Commission

The Lincoln Conservation Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on January 5, 2022. The agenda includes reviewing wetland applications and discussing several commission projects.

• Wetland applications
• Butterfly Garden project
• Shady Brook project
• Historical Cemeteries project
• Town Cleanups

Zoning Board

The Lincoln Zoning Board will review December minutes and correspondence. The board also plans to discuss application requirements and dimensional variance standards. No specific new applications were listed for this meeting.

• Discussion of application process and requirements
• Clarification of dimensional variance standards
• Clarification of Zoning Board member nomenclature