Pawtucket public meetings in 2024

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved several license renewals and new event permits, including beer and wine sales for Knights of Columbus events and a New Year's Eve dance. The board also voted to request additional reports on a local kennel.

• Approved First Class Renewals for Bufords Family Restaurant and D & D Market
• Approved beer and wine sales for Knights of Columbus Pro-Life Dinner and Valentine Dance
• Approved full privilege alcohol license for St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Church New Year's Eve dance
• Ordered filed communications regarding Harmony Kennel at 65 Patterson Avenue
• Voted to request additional reports on Harmony Kennel for the February 19, 2025 meeting

City Council

The City Council approved a Local Public Agency Agreement with the State of Rhode Island for a project eligible for 2025 MRBP funding. The Council also requested a detailed compliance and permit report regarding the property at 1 Moshassuck Street.

• Approved Local Public Agency Agreement with State of Rhode Island for 2025 MRBP funding (8-0)
• Requested compliance, permit, and violation information regarding 1 Moshassuck Street (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved records of December 11, 2024 committee and council meetings
• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Referred damage claims from Ann Allen ($1,170.00), Sharlene Goyette ($50.49), and Marina Cardoso ($2,000.00) to the Committee on Claims and Pending Suits
• Referred damage claim from James D. Lassiter/Progressive Insurance ($3,868.00) to the Law Department & RI Interlocal Trust

Claims Committee

The Committee on Claims and Pending Suits will discuss and consider specific financial claims against the city. This includes a vehicle claim involving a police vehicle and a previously denied pothole claim.

• Vehicle claim: Dianna Hashway for $2,338.25 and $5,000.00 (Police Vehicle)
• Pothole claim: Domingas G. Dacosta for $239.62 (previously denied and referred to RI Energy)

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved 33 liquor licenses at a December 11 meeting, including renewals for existing businesses and new licenses for establishments like High Motor Grille and Levy @ Tidewater Stadium.

• High Motor Grille approved for 342 East Avenue
• Levy @ Tidewater Stadium approved for 11 Tidewater Street
• Pawtucket Event Center approved for 245 Esten Avenue Unit C
• Lonsdale Liquors approved for transfer to 459 Mineral Spring Avenue
• Aloha Restaurant Lounge approved for 904 Main Street

City Council

The City Council voted to request a detailed accounting of ARPA funds from the Chief of Staff, including expenditures and unobligated funds. The Council also approved a pension board appointment and a damage claim.

• Requested full accounting of ARPA funds from Chief of Staff Ryan Holt (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved appointment of Major Michael Kane to the Pension Board (9-0)
• Approved $2,338.25 damage claim for Dianna Hashway regarding a police vehicle (9-0)
• Postponed $239.62 damage claim for Domingas G. Dacosta regarding a pothole (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved November 20, 2024 meeting records
• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous voice vote)

Jt. Fin./Pub. Works Committee

The joint Finance and Public Works Committee will meet on Dec. 11, 2024 at 6:10 p.m. in City Hall, Room 303. The agenda includes a public input period and a communication from City Engineer Eric Hammerschlag to council members regarding the RIDOT Municipal Road & Bridge Program. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public Input Period – sign‑in at City Hall or join via Zoom
• Communication from City Engineer Eric Hammerschlag to council about RIDOT Municipal Road & Bridge Program

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved a batch of entertainment and food service licenses, including a new beer and wine permit for Tacontento Mexican Restaurant with a midnight cutoff. The board also ordered a follow-up report on a kennel complaint.

• Approved Paint Night license for Selfie Lounge RI at 250 Main Street
• Approved new Class B Limited (Beer & Wine) license for Tacontento at 712 Broadway
• Approved 24-hour drive-thru license for Dunkin Donuts at 337 Armistice Blvd
• Approved renewal for Spin King Laundromat at 380 Cottage St
• Ordered follow-up report on Harmony Kennel at 65 Patterson Avenue

City Council

The City Council approved two resolutions for tax abatements regarding motor vehicles, real estate, and tangibles. The Council also requested information from city officials and a developer regarding the property at 1 Moshassuck Street.

• Approved tax abatement for April, May, and June 2024 in the amount of $2,899.92 (Unanimous)
• Approved tax abatement for July, August, and September 2024 in the amount of $255,894.22 (Unanimous)
• Approved changing the December 25, 2024 meeting date to December 18, 2024, at 6:00 P.M.
• Requested permit and compliance status for 1 Moshassuck St. from Planning, Zoning, and City Engineer (Unanimous)
• Requested Blackstone Distribution Center, LLC increase efforts to improve 1 Moshassuck St. (Unanimous)
• Requested HR Director Paul Gallagher appear at the Dec. 11, 2024 meeting to discuss job creation and pay plans (Unanimous)
• Referred RIDOT Municipal Road & Bridge Program communication to Public Works/Cemetery and Finance committees
• Referred damage claims from Dianna Hashway, Jonathan T. Waters, and Steven Bachand to Law Department and RI Interlocal Trust

Claims Committee

The Committee on Claims and Pending Suits will discuss two vehicle damage claims related to potholes. The committee will also receive an update regarding Providence & Worcester Railroad Company tracks.

• Vehicle claim for Domingas G. Dacosta: $239.62 (Pothole)
• Vehicle claim for John Duffy: $1,445.83 (Pothole)
• Update on Providence & Worcester Railroad Company Tracks

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners met on November 6, 2024 and approved the reading of records and the consent agenda. The board approved petitions for new and renewal licenses, including Door to Door, Trinity Solar, ElectroMagnetic Pinball Museum, and several Victualling House First Class licenses. In a public hearing, the board granted renewals for Class A liquor licenses, Class T entertainment licenses, Class B limited and tavern licenses, and Class B victualer licenses, many with stipulations, by unanimous voice vote. No objections were recorded during the hearing.

• Approved new Door to Door license (2211 Allenwood Road, Wall, NJ, LIC#14602) and Trinity Solar petition
• Renewed ElectroMagnetic Pinball Museum license (881 Main St., LIC#GAM-24-1)
• Approved multiple Victualling House First Class new licenses (e.g., Agora E Minha Vez, 54 Sabin St., LIC#VIC-24-107)
• Granted Class A liquor license renewals with stipulations (e.g., Beverage Hill Liquors, 265 Beverage Hill Ave., LIC#LQA-24-4)
• Granted Class B limited license renewals (e.g., Maven’s Delicatessen, 727 East Ave., LIC#LQB-24-14)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and consider two resolutions regarding tax abatements for motor vehicles, real estate, and tangibles. These resolutions cover two different periods of 2024.

• Tax abatement for April, May, and June 2024 in the amount of $2,899.92
• Tax abatement for July, August, and September 2024 in the amount of $255,894.22

City Council

The City Council approved a pay rate schedule for Local 1012 but denied a similar ordinance for unclassified non-union positions and department heads. The Council also confirmed a reappointment to the Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency and referred two pothole damage claims to RI Energy.

• Confirmed Brian Murtha to the Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency (9-0)
• Approved ordinance updating pay rates for Local 1012 (9-0)
• Denied ordinance updating pay rates for unclassified non-union positions (6-3)
• Denied and referred to RI Energy pothole damage claims for Domingas G. Dacosta ($239.62) and John Duffy ($1,445.83) (9-0)
• Requested Director of Human Resources attend Nov. 20 session regarding positions not in a pay plan
• Requested loan closure date from Blackstone Distribution Center, LLC regarding 1 Moshassuck St.
• Requested safety recommendations for Pinecrest Drive from Mayor, Public Works, and Police Chief
• Requested traffic congestion study for Newport Ave. and Cottage St. from Acting Director of Public Works

Ad Hoc City Council Bldg. Rev. Cte.

The Ad Hoc City Hall Building Review Committee will meet on October 24, 2024 at City Hall, 137 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket. The agenda includes a public input period, review of the June 25, 2024 committee minutes, and presentations from Preserve Rhode Island and the RI Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission. The committee will also discuss scheduling the next meeting.

• Public Input Period – sign‑in at City Hall or join via Zoom
• Review of Committee Minutes dated 06/25/24
• Presentation by Preserve Rhode Island
• Presentation by RI Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission
• Discussion of date for the next meeting

The committee held a deliberative meeting featuring presentations from Preserve Rhode Island and the RI Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission. No substantive decisions were made regarding the building's future, though the committee approved the minutes from the June 25, 2024 meeting.

• Approved records of the June 25, 2024 meeting

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved several license petitions, covering entertainment events, a laundromat renewal, and a new tire shop with specific stipulations. A public hearing was held for the tire shop application, and the board adopted the requested stipulations. The board also approved an Autumn Daze event and a Halloween costume party, and ordered updated reports on Harmony Kennel to be sent before the next meeting.

• Approved tire shop & service license (LIC#AUT-24-104) at 145 Benefit St. with no painting, no body work, and enclosed dumpster stipulations
• Approved karaoke event license (LIC#EVT-24-74) at 142 South Bend St. for Oct 26‑27, 2024
• Approved Autumn Daze event license (LIC#EVT-24-75) at 125 Esten Ave. on Oct 26, 2024
• Approved Halloween costume party license (LIC#EVT-24-76) at 120 Webster St. on Oct 26, 2024
• Renewed Riverview Laundromat license (LIC#LAU-24-13) at 288 East Ave.

City Council

The City Council passed a substitute ordinance to update the pay rate schedule for Local 1012. The council also indefinitely postponed a previous version of the pay rate ordinance. Several tax abatement resolutions and damage claims were referred to committees for review.

• Approved updated pay rate schedule for Local 1012 (Substitute A) (7-0)
• Indefinitely postponed original ordinance for Local 1012 pay rates (7-0)
• Referred $2,899.92 tax abatement resolution (April-June 2024) to Finance Committee
• Referred $255,894.22 tax abatement resolution (July-Sept 2024) to Finance Committee
• Referred $900-$1,200 pothole damage claim (John Duffy) to Committee on Claims and Pending Suits
• Referred $100,000 trip and fall claim (Elaine DeMoranville) to Law Department and RI Interlocal Trust
• Referred $3,663.18 fire vehicle claim (Otto Guzman) to Law Department and RI Interlocal Trust

Claims Committee

The Pawtucket City Council Committee on Claims and Pending Suits will meet on Oct. 9, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall. The agenda includes a public input period and the review of a vehicle claim from Matthew Ward for $393.26 related to a pothole. The committee will discuss and consider the claim.

• Public input period – sign‑in at City Hall or join via Zoom
• Vehicle claim – Matthew Ward, $393.26 for pothole damage

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved several license transfers, including a Class A liquor license to G’s Liquor at 400 Broadway, pending settlement of claims. They also approved a Class B license transfer and a Victualling House First Class transfer for Super Dragon Chinese Restaurant at 805 Broadway. Public hearings were held for these applications, and communications about the Harmony Kennel at 65 Patterson Avenue were continued to the October 23 meeting.

• Class A liquor license transfer to G’s Liquor (RJ’s Liquor) at 400 Broadway (LIC#16262) approved, subject to settlement of pending claims
• Class B license transfer for Super Dragon Chinese Restaurant (L & W Restaurant Inc.) at 805 Broadway (LIC#16261) approved
• Victualling House First Class license transfer for Super Dragon Chinese Restaurant at 805 Broadway (LIC#16260) approved
• Communications from Police Department and Zoning & Code Enforcement about Harmony Kennel at 65 Patterson Avenue/Street continued to Oct 23, 2024
• Consent agenda approved by unanimous voice vote

City Council

The City Council approved a consent agenda and denied a pothole damage claim for $393.26. The Council also requested information from the Finance and Human Resources Directors regarding the appointment of an Assistant Commerce Director.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Denied $393.26 pothole claim from Matthew Ward and referred to RI Department of Transportation (unanimous roll call)
• Tabled and referred Local 1012 pay rate ordinance to Finance Committee
• Referred $239.62 pothole claim from Domingas G. Dacosta to Committee on Claims and Pending Suits
• Referred personal injury claim from Cheyanne Young to Law Department and RI Interlocal Trust
• Referred $5,000 property claim from Julio Rodriguez to Law Department and RI Interlocal Trust
• Passed motion to request pay plan and funding data from Finance and HR Directors (unanimous voice vote)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold a public input period for written or video testimony. It will review an ordinance on Local 1012 pay rates that has been postponed indefinitely. The committee will also consider two versions of a corrective ordinance for Local 1012 pay rates and a communication about amendments to pay rates for unclassified non‑union positions. Finally, it will discuss an ordinance that would repeal and replace the pay‑rate schedule for unclassified non‑union staff, including department heads and appointed officials.

• Public Input Period – email testimony to cityclerk@pawtucketri.com or via Zoom.
• Ordinance repealing and replacing the schedule of pay rates for Local 1012 – postponed indefinitely.
• Ordinance repealing and replacing the schedule of pay rates for Local 1012 – corrective changes (substitute A).
• Communication from Chief of Staff Ryan Holt to Council President Terrence Mercer regarding amendment request for unclassified non‑union pay rates.
• Ordinance repealing and replacing the schedule of pay rates for unclassified non‑union positions, including heads of departments and appointed officials.

CANCELLED Sep. 25, 2024 - Finance Committee

The Finance Committee meeting scheduled for September 25, 2024 was cancelled. The agenda had listed a public input period and an ordinance to repeal and replace the schedule of pay rates for Local 1012 in §88-12 of the city code. Because the meeting was cancelled, no vote or decision will be made on the ordinance at this time.

• Ordinance repealing and replacing the schedule of pay rates for Local 1012 in §88-12 of the City Code of Ordinances (corrective changes)

License Commissioners Session

The Board of License Commissioners approved a Class B victualler license for The Industrial Café with specific operating hour restrictions. The board also held a hearing regarding noise and odor complaints at a local kennel and approved several one-day entertainment permits.

• Approved Class B license for The Industrial Café at 120 Webster Street, stipulated to close by midnight
• Requested police, zoning, and animal control reports regarding Harmony Dog Training LLC at 65 Patterson Avenue
• Approved new Hawker license for Providence Dumpling at 379 Benefit St.
• Approved new First Class Victualling House license for Natalies Pizza at 1479 Newport Ave.
• Approved entertainment and beer/wine licenses for the Pawtucket Film Festival at 190 Exchange Street and 175 Main Street

City Council

The City Council approved several ordinances, including a new chapter on graffiti and updates to zoning and annual report filing. The Council also requested additional budget and job classification data regarding pay rates for unclassified non-union positions.

• Approved ordinance regarding filing of annual reports (7-1)
• Approved new ordinance creating Chapter 227 'Graffiti' (8-0)
• Approved zoning amendment for Riverfront Development Districts (8-0)
• Approved adding 70 Lowden Street to the Historic District zoning map (8-0)
• Approved new joint pole installation at Roosevelt Avenue pending Public Works approval
• Requested update on Ryan Holt's job classification and status from HR Director
• Requested budget implications and market comparisons for unclassified non-union pay rates

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will meet to discuss a proposed amendment to the city's zoning code. The meeting focuses on changing the official zoning map regarding a specific property.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 410 (Zoning) to add 70 Lowden Street to the Historic District

Claims Committee

The Pawtucket City Council Committee on Claims and Pending Suits will hold a meeting on September 11, 2024. The agenda includes a public input period, consideration of two vehicle claims for $417.51 and $228.70, and an update on Providence & Worcester Railroad Company tracks. The committee will discuss these items but no decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Public Input Period – sign‑in at City Hall or join via Zoom 10 minutes early
• Vehicle claim – Gregorio Monteiro, $417.51 for a drain cover
• Vehicle claim – Patricia Gaffney, $228.70 for a window
• Update on Providence & Worcester Railroad Company tracks

License Commissioners Session

The Board of License Commissioners reviewed and approved several license renewals and new applications. Decisions included granting new licenses for a tattoo shop and a Colombian restaurant, as well as an indoor expansion for a pizzeria.

• Approved new tattoo license for Stone Lotus Tattoo at 31 Exchange Street
• Approved new Class B Victualler license for Las Delicias De Me Tierra at 285 Main Street
• Approved permanent indoor expansion and pool table license for Still on Main Pizzeria & Sports Bar at 250 Main Street
• Approved one-day outdoor entertainment and liquor license for Picos Restaurant & Hookah Lounge at 110 School Street with a 9:30 p.m. music cutoff
• Approved renewals for firearms, pigeon lofts, sign permits, victualling house, and waste haulers

Spec. City Council

The City Council passed several ordinances including a new graffiti chapter and amendments to the Riverfront Development Districts. The council also approved adding 70 Lowden Street to the Historic District and denied two damage claims.

• Passed ordinance regarding filing of annual reports (6-1)
• Passed ordinance adding Chapter 227 'Graffiti' (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Riverfront Development Districts (7-0)
• Approved adding 70 Lowden Street to the Historic District (7-0)
• Denied damage claim from Gregorio Monteiro for $417.51 (7-0)
• Denied damage claim from Patricia Gaffney for $228.70 and referred to School Department (7-0)
• Approved new pole installation at Barton Street pending Public Works approval
• Referred Local 1012 pay rate ordinance to Finance Committee

Spec. City Council

The City Council approved a 20-year tax stabilization agreement for PREG-DSC, LLC regarding the property at 71 Dexter Street. This followed a public hearing held during the special session.

• Approved 20-year tax stabilization agreement for PREG-DSC, LLC at 71 Dexter Street (8-0)
• Approved August 14, 2024 Finance Committee meeting records

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners held a regular session on August 21, 2024. The board approved the reading of the August 7 records, the consent agenda, and a series of entertainment license petitions, including karaoke events, a Dragon Boat Festival, and an Empanada Fest with a street closing. It also approved sign‑permit and waste‑hauler renewals and denied a license for Nos Cultura Our Culture. The meeting concluded with an adjournment at 12:13 p.m.

• Approved Dragon Boat Festival license (LIC#EVT-24-66) at Festival Pier, Tim Healey Way on Aug 31, 2024.
• Approved Empanada Fest license (LIC#EVT-24-65) to sell alcohol at 175‑264 Main St & 30 East Ave, with street closing, on Aug 31, 2024.
• Approved karaoke licenses (LIC#EVT-24-62, 63, 64) for James Ryan Post 33 at 142 South Bend St on multiple dates in Aug‑Sept 2024.
• Approved sign‑permit renewals for Minuteman Press (805 Central Ave) and New England Gold & Silver Jewelers (1571 Newport Ave).
• Approved waste‑hauler renewals for Brothers Disposal, Discount Disposal, Lavoie & Son, Ocean State Disposal, and Rambone Disposal.

City Council

The City Council approved funding for public building improvements and the issuance of refunding bonds. The council also confirmed three members to the City Planning Commission and passed an ordinance regulating accessory dwelling units.

• Approved funding up to $18,350,000 for public building construction and repair for fiscal years 2024 and 2025 (5-1)
• Approved resolution authorizing general obligation refunding bonds (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amending zoning to regulate accessory dwelling units (6-0)
• Confirmed Christopher Fontes to the City Planning Commission (6-0)
• Confirmed Adam Greenman to the City Planning Commission (6-0)
• Confirmed Maribel Echeverry McLaughlin to the City Planning Commission (6-0)
• Approved resolution to engage in the AARP/WHO Age-Friendly Cities and Communities Network (6-0)
• Tabled ordinance regarding graffiti

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the issuance of general obligation refunding bonds. The committee will also consider a 20-year tax stabilization agreement for a property at 71 Dexter Street.

• Resolution authorizing the issuance of general obligation refunding bonds
• Resolution authorizing a 20-year tax stabilization agreement for PREG-DSC, LLC at 71 Dexter Street (AP44 LOT 618)

Claims Committee

The Pawtucket Claims Committee will meet to discuss vehicle damage claims and hold an executive session regarding a lien matter. The public can submit testimony via email or join the meeting via Zoom.

• Vehicle claims: Juan Hernandez ($367.50 pothole), Amilcar DaRosa ($350-$450 manhole)
• Executive session: IOD Lien Matter (Christopher Karalis) request for lien reduction
• Public input period via email or Zoom
• Meeting location: City Council Office, Room 303, 137 Roosevelt Avenue
• Meeting time: Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at 6:10 p.m.

Ordinance Committee

The Pawtucket Ordinance Committee will discuss amendments to the zoning ordinance to regulate accessory dwelling units and create riverfront development districts. The committee will also consider ordinances regarding annual report filings and a new chapter on graffiti.

• Amendment to Zoning Ordinance to Regulate Accessory Dwelling Units
• Amendment to Zoning Ordinance for Riverfront Development Districts
• Ordinance regarding filing of annual reports
• Ordinance adding Chapter 227 on Graffiti
• Public Input Period

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved a series of entertainment and alcohol licenses for events scheduled through September 2024. It also granted new licenses for a tattoo shop and an auto‑repair and used‑vehicle sales business. Several existing permits and waste‑hauler contracts were renewed, and a kennel‑license hearing was postponed.

• Karaoke license for James Ryan Post 33 at 142 South Bend Street (LIC#EVT-24-54, LIC#EVT-24-58)
• Palagis Ice Cream Summer Music Series at 55 Bacon Street (LIC#EVT-24-60, LIC#EVT-24-61)
• Ink Me Tattoos of Pawtucket license at 145 Newport Avenue (LIC#16239)
• Leer’s Auto Body Class A auto‑repair and used‑vehicle shop license at 15 York Avenue (LIC#AUT-24-103)
• Burbage Theatre Company beer and wine license for event at 59 Blackstone Avenue (LIC#EVT-24-59)

City Council

The City Council approved several resolutions to fund street repaving, sewer work, and recreation facilities for fiscal years 2024 and 2025. The Council also passed an amended zoning ordinance regarding accessory dwelling units and confirmed a new member to the Board of Canvassers.

• Approved up to $3M for street repaving (unanimous)
• Approved up to $4.1M for public recreation facilities (unanimous)
• Approved up to $1.2M for streets, sidewalks, and transportation infrastructure (unanimous)
• Approved up to $1M for sanitary and storm sewers (unanimous)
• Approved up to $1M for bridge construction and repair (unanimous)
• Approved up to $1M for road safety and traffic control devices (unanimous)
• Passed amended Zoning Ordinance to regulate Accessory Dwelling Units (unanimous)
• Confirmed Stella Carrera to the Board of Canvassers (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council approved three resolutions to place amendments to the Pawtucket Home Rule Charter on the November 5, 2024 ballot. These changes concern the Planning Commission, city job titles, and school construction reporting.

• Approved adding two alternate members to the Planning Commission to the Nov 5 ballot (9-0)
• Approved changing 'Personnel Director' to 'Human Resources Director' in the City Charter for the Nov 5 ballot (9-0)
• Approved establishing reporting requirements for RI Department of Education school construction projects for the Nov 5 ballot (9-0)

City Council

The City Council passed three ordinances updating pay rate schedules for Local 3960, Local 1012, and classified non-union positions. The council also confirmed three reappointments to the Parks Commission.

• Passed ordinance updating pay rates for Local 3960 (7-0)
• Passed ordinance updating pay rates for Local 1012 (7-0)
• Passed ordinance adding Bilingual Program Coordinator to non-union pay rates (7-0)
• Confirmed Mary Ellen Minton to the Parks Commission (7-0)
• Confirmed Eunice E. Degre-Markley to the Parks Commission (7-0)
• Confirmed Richard Tierney to the Parks Commission (7-0)
• Referred vehicle damage claims for Manuel & Maria Restrepo ($2,705.47, $3,220.71) and David Charbonneau ($300,000.00) to Law Department and RI Interlocal Trust

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved a series of license petitions during its July 24, 2024 meeting. Approvals included entertainment licenses for karaoke and a grand opening, new and renewed waste‑hauler permits, and a name‑change request for a local bar. The board also voted to allow Picos Restaurant & Hookah Lounge to expand its Class BV liquor license for outdoor service at a festival on August 10, 2024.

• License approved for James Ryan Post 33 to hold karaoke at 142 South Bend Street on July 24‑27, 2024 (7 p.m.–12 a.m.)
• License approved for Black Market Realty Grand Opening with DJ at 460 Smithfield Avenue on July 25, 2024 (10 a.m.–1 p.m.)
• New waste‑hauler permit approved for ETH Disposal LLC at 20 Industrial Road, Cumberland, RI
• License approved for Picos Restaurant & Hookah Lounge to provide outdoor entertainment and serve alcohol at 110 School Street on August 10, 2024 (3 p.m.–9 p.m., rain date Aug 11)
• Name‑change request approved for TO’s Bar & Grill to become Our Spot Bar & Grill at 562 Newport Avenue

Jt. Recr./City Prop.

The joint Recreation and City Property Committee will hold a public input period at the start of its July 22 meeting. It will continue a discussion with the Pawtucket Parks Commission about concerns at Slater Park and Sunset Park, a topic carried over from a November 8, 2023 meeting. No specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public input period – sign‑in at City Hall or join via Zoom
• Continuation of discussion with Pawtucket Parks Commission about concerns at Slater Park
• Continuation of discussion with Pawtucket Parks Commission about concerns at Sunset Park

Claims Committee

The Committee on Claims and Pending Suits will meet to consider various legal matters and communications. The agenda includes a review of pending litigation and a request for a lien reduction. Additionally, the committee will receive an update regarding Providence & Worcester Railroad Company tracks.

• Litigation: Pawtucket Power Associates, L.P. v. Robert Burns, Tax Assessor
• Request for lien reduction regarding IOD Lien Matter (Christopher Karalis)
• Update on Providence & Worcester Railroad Company Tracks

City Council

The City Council ratified two AFSCME union contracts and approved a 10-year lease for a dog park at 205 Esten Avenue. The council also passed ordinances updating pay rates for various city positions and school committee members.

• Ratified contract with Council 94 AFSCME Local 3960 (Professional and Technical Employees) (7-0)
• Ratified contract with Council 94 AFSCME Local 1012 (7-0)
• Approved 10-year lease for dog park at 205 Esten Avenue (5-2)
• Passed ordinance updating salaries for Chairperson and School Committee members (7-0)
• Passed ordinance regarding Alternate Board Members for Bipartisan Board of Canvassers and Registration (6-0)
• Passed amended pay rate ordinance for Local 3960 (6-0)
• Passed amended pay rate ordinance for Local 1012 (6-0)
• Passed ordinance adding Bilingual Program Coordinator to classified non-union pay rates (6-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider ratifying new contracts for AFSCME Local 3960 and Local 1012 effective July 1, 2024. The committee will also review ordinances to update pay rates for these unions and non-union positions.

• Ratification of contract with AFSCME Local 3960 (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2027)
• Ordinance to update pay rates for Local 3960
• Ratification of contract with AFSCME Local 1012 (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2027)
• Ordinance to update pay rates for Local 1012
• Pay rate amendment for Bilingual Program Coordinator position

License Commissioners Session

The Board of License Commissioners approved several new entertainment and food service licenses, including a new Class T license for 150 Main Street. Some applications, such as those for Bandidos Mexican Restaurant, were postponed until July 24, 2024. Additionally, an informal hearing was scheduled to address noise complaints regarding Harmony Dog Training.

• Approved new Class T (Theatre) license for Paint and Vino at 150 Main Street
• Postponed Bandidos Mexican Restaurant license applications until July 24, 2024
• Scheduled an August 7, 2024, informal hearing regarding noise complaints at Harmony Dog Training
• Approved outdoor expansion permits for Clube Social Portugues and News Café
• Approved various entertainment licenses including Palagis Ice Cream Summer Music Series

Ad Hoc City Council Bldg. Rev. Cte.

The Ad Hoc City Hall Building Review Committee will meet to discuss grant and other funding opportunities for the renovation and reconstruction of City Hall. The committee will also review minutes from its June 6, 2024, meeting.

• Discussion regarding grant and other funding opportunities for the renovation and reconstruction of City Hall
• Review of committee minutes from June 6, 2024

City Prop. Cte.

The City Property Committee will meet to discuss or consider a lease agreement with Hope Artiste Residential Proprietor LLC. The agreement involves a portion of the property located at 205 Esten Avenue.

• Lease agreement with Hope Artiste Residential Proprietor LLC for part of 205 Esten Avenue

Public Works-Cemetery Committee

The Public Works/Cemetery Committee will review communications from the City Solicitor and the Zoning Director. These items concern Walnut Hill Cemetery.

• Communication from City Solicitor Frank J. Milos, Jr. regarding Walnut Hill Cemetery
• Communication from Zoning Director Carl Johnson regarding activity at Walnut Hill Cemetery

City Council

The City Council passed ordinances amending the salaries for the Mayor, Council President, and Council members. Additionally, ordinances regarding School Committee salaries and Bipartisan Board of Canvassers alternate members passed their first reading.

• Passed ordinance amending salary for the Mayor (unanimous)
• Passed ordinance amending salary for the President and Council members (unanimous)
• Passed first reading of ordinance amending salary for Chairperson and School Committee members (unanimous)
• Passed first reading of ordinance regarding Bipartisan Board of Canvassers alternate members (unanimous)
• Referred Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) zoning ordinance to Ordinance Committee with public hearing set for August 7, 2024
• Referred contracts and pay rate ordinances for AFSCME Local 3960 and Local 1012 to the Finance Committee
• Referred claims for damages from Michael and Lynn Farinelli, Angela DaSilva, and Cynthia Guzman to the Law Department and RI Interlocal Trust

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved various entertainment, renewal, and door-to-door licenses. The board heard a public hearing regarding the transfer of the Class A liquor license for East Street Liquors. A hearing for Patrona Restaurant Bar & Lounge was continued until July 10, 2024.

• Approved entertainment licenses for German American Cultural Society and Convite Guatemala
• Reviewed objection to the transfer of East Street Liquors Class A liquor license
• Continued hearing for Patrona Restaurant Bar & Lounge at 582 Smithfield Avenue
• Approved street closure on Forest Avenue for Irmandade do Divino Espirito Santo
• Approved renewals for Joe's Glass United and several laundromats

City Council

The City Council passed ordinances to increase the annual salaries of the Mayor and City Council members. Both the Mayor's and Council members' salaries will include a 2% annual increase starting in January 2026.

• Approved Mayor's annual salary increase to $130,000 with 2% annual increases starting in 2026 (8-0)
• Approved City Council members' annual salary increase to $13,000 with 2% annual increases starting in 2026 (8-0)
• Approved City Council President's annual salary increase to $15,000, maintaining a $1,000 premium over other members (8-0)
• Tabled ordinance regarding School Committee compensation

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee and Committee of the Whole will meet to consider ordinances regarding compensation. The agenda includes reviewing amendments to the salaries of the Mayor, City Council President, and Councilmembers, as well as School Committee compensation.

• Amendment to salary of President and Councilmembers (Chapter 88-4)
• Amendment to Mayor's salary (Chapter 88-5)
• Review of School Committee compensation (§88-28)
• Salary adjustment based on 50% of average Consumer Price Index starting January 2025

Ad Hoc City Council Bldg. Rev. Cte.

The Ad Hoc City Council Building Review Committee will review blueprints for City Hall. The committee will also receive an update from Downes Construction Company regarding the condition, renovations, and construction of City Hall.

• Review and discussion of City Hall blueprints
• Update on City Hall renovations with Downes Construction Company
• Review of May 2, 2024, committee minutes

City Prop. Cte.

The City Property Committee will consider a communication regarding the closure of the Grotto Ave Landfill. This item involves a BUD application submitted by the Acting Public Works Director. The meeting also includes a scheduled public input period.

• BUD Application on the Closure of the Grotto Ave Landfill

Finance Committee

The Pawtucket Finance Committee will meet on June 5, 2024, to consider a window agreement between the City and the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge No. 4. The agreement concerns the retirement of police officers.

• Window Agreement regarding the retirement of police officers with FOP Pawtucket Lodge No. 4

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will consider an amendment to Chapter 11 of the City Code. The discussion involves alternate members for the Bipartisan Board of Canvassers and Registration.

• Amendment to Chapter 11 regarding alternate members of the Bipartisan Board of Canvassers and Registration

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners reviewed various business and entertainment petitions. The board approved several holiday license renewals, new restaurant licenses, and summer festival permits. The board also denied expansion requests for two religious festivals at 682 Roosevelt Avenue.

• Approved Class B (Victualler) license and pool table for Will Mimi’s Lounge at 590 Pawtucket Avenue
• Approved entertainment and alcohol permits for CV Summer Color Festival at Festival Pier
• Approved Colombian Independence Day event at McCoy Stadium Parking Lot
• Denied expansion of premise for Saint John Fest and St. Anthony Fest at 682 Roosevelt Avenue
• Approved holiday license renewals for several local markets, including D&D Market and Island Market

City Council

The City Council approved bonding for a new high school and passed the 2024-2025 operating and capital budgets. The council also confirmed two board appointments and approved several street abandonments and damage claims.

• Authorized up to $110M in bonds for a new high school and facilities (Unanimous)
• Passed Annual Operating Budget Ordinance 2024-2025, as amended (Unanimous)
• Passed Capital Budget Ordinance 2024-2025 and Capital Improvement Program Ordinance 2025-2029 (Unanimous)
• Approved abandonment of Nassau Street, Bishop Street, Berry Spring Street, and part of School Street (Unanimous)
• Confirmed Ineida Anderson Rocha to Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency (Unanimous)
• Confirmed Thomas Perry to Historic District Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved retirement agreement between City and Fraternal Order of Police Pawtucket Lodge No. 4 (Unanimous)
• Approved damage claims for Lisa Jones ($300), Karen Tager ($300), and Juan F. Lopez ($2,089.59) (Unanimous)

Cte. of the Whole

The Pawtucket City Council Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss and possibly vote on a consent order in the case United States of America vs. City of Pawtucket, Board of Canvassers, et al., regarding pending litigation. The meeting includes a public input period and may enter executive session for the legal discussion.

• Executive session to review and consider Consent Order in United States of America vs. City of Pawtucket, Board of Canvassers, et al.
• Possible vote to accept the consent order
• Public input period available via sign-in at City Hall or Zoom

Jt. City Prop.-Cte. of the Whole

The Finance Committee and Committee of the Whole will meet jointly to discuss and/or consider three budget ordinances: the Capital Budget, Capital Improvement Program, and Annual Operating Budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. The meeting follows a public hearing on the municipal budget.

• Capital Budget Ordinance 2024-2025
• Capital Improvement Program Ordinance 2025-2029
• Annual Operating Budget Ordinance 2024-2025

Finance Committee

The Pawtucket Finance Committee will open audit service proposals for fiscal years 2024, 2025, and 2026, covering the City, Water Supply Board, and School Department. A resolution to select an auditor and set contract amounts will be considered, subject to Rhode Island Auditor General approval. The meeting also includes a public input period.

• Opening of audit service proposals for FY24, FY25, FY26
• Resolution to select auditor for City of Pawtucket audit (amount TBD)
• Resolution to select auditor for Pawtucket Water Supply Board audit (amount TBD)
• Resolution to select auditor for School Department Uniform Chart of Accounts audit (amount TBD)
• Public input period via sign-in or Zoom

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved several license applications, including the transfer of a Class B tavern license to Azul Tequila Bar & Mexican Grill at 2 George Street, despite two filed objections. The board also approved various entertainment, victualling, and renewal licenses, and amended Café Ordway's stipulation to allow entertainment until 11 p.m. indefinitely.

• Approved Class B tavern transfer to Azul Tequila Bar & Mexican Grill (Azulpaw LLC) at 2 George Street, subject to settlement of pending claims
• Approved victualling house and tavern first-class transfers for Azul Tequila Bar & Mexican Grill
• Amended Café Ordway stipulation to allow entertainment until 11 p.m. indefinitely
• Approved one-day entertainment license for Picos Restaurant & Hookah Lounge concert on July 6, 2024
• Approved multiple entertainment licenses including Cape Verdean American Community Development, Movimiento Pentecostal Monte Sinai, Palagis Ice Cream Co., and Seed Café

City Council

The City Council passed the Capital Budget and Capital Improvement Program ordinances. It also approved an amended Annual Operating Budget for 2024-2025 that decreased expenditures and property tax revenues by $1,004,123.

• Passed Capital Budget Ordinance 2024-2025 (Unanimous)
• Passed Capital Improvement Program Ordinance 2025-2029 (Unanimous)
• Approved amended Annual Operating Budget Ordinance 2024-2025 with $1,004,123 decrease in expenses and revenues (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Order - United States of America vs. City of Pawtucket, Board of Canvassers, et al. (Unanimous)
• Confirmed Judith D. Grant to the Charter Review Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution proclaiming May 2024 as National Foster Care Month (Unanimous)
• Approved Clifton Larson Allen LLP for city, water supply board, and school department audits totaling $504,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved $85,286.65 in tax abatements for motor vehicles, real estate, and tangibles (Unanimous)

Spec. License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners held a special session and unanimously approved two license petitions for St. John Paul II Parish. The approvals cover an entertainment license and a beer and wine license for an International Night Fundraiser on May 19, 2024. The meeting was brief and adjourned shortly after the votes.

• Approved entertainment license for St. John Paul II Parish, 745 Central Avenue, for International Night Fundraiser on May 19, 2024, 6-9 p.m. (LIC#EVT-24-9)
• Approved Class F (Beer & Wine) license for same event and location

City Prop. Cte.

The City Property Committee is meeting to discuss and consider a petition to abandon portions of School Street and all of Nassau, Bishop, and Berry Spring streets. The Planning Commission has recommended approval, and several city departments have submitted no-objection letters, though the water supply board and Verizon have requested easements. The committee will also hold a public input period.

• Petition to abandon School, Nassau, Bishop, and Berry Spring streets
• Planning Commission recommends approval of abandonment
• Police, fire, and city solicitor have no objection
• Pawtucket Water Supply Board requests an easement
• Verizon New England requests an easement

Claims Committee

The Committee on Claims and Pending Suits will meet to discuss several claims involving vehicle and property damage. The agenda includes multiple claims related to potholes, a firetruck, and wire damage.

• Jeffrey Mellor: $196.90 (Pothole)
• Luke Dasilveira: $400.00 (Pothole)
• Yazmin Santiago: $527.39 (Pothole)
• Juan Henao: $1,046.17 and $1,070.00 (Vehicle Damage)
• Juan F. Lopez: $2,089.59 and $2,453.75 (Firetruck)

Finance Committee

The Pawtucket City Council Finance Committee will meet to discuss and consider a resolution authorizing tax abatements totaling $85,286.65 for motor vehicles, real estate, and tangibles for January through March 2024. The meeting includes a public input period, with testimony accepted by email or via videoconference.

• Resolution authorizing $85,286.65 in tax abatements for motor vehicles, real estate, and tangibles (Jan–Mar 2024)
• Public input period with sign-in at City Hall or Zoom participation

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved a slate of license petitions, including a public hearing for a name and use change at Phaaji Bar & Hookah Lounge on Broad Street. The board also approved entertainment, peddler, hawker, holiday, auto repair, and second-hand shop licenses, plus a conditional three-date cookout permit with alcohol sales for Camyllas Taste and Flavor.

• Approved Phaaji Bar & Hookah Lounge (Loxg Group LLC) change of name and use at 17 Broad Street, with stipulation that music stops at 12:00 a.m.
• Approved Camyllas Taste and Flavor Xintada cookout at 287 Pawtucket Avenue parking lot on May 18, June 1, and June 30, 2024, with alcohol sales, conditional on clean police reports for prior dates
• Approved Phoenix Tattoo and Wellness Center entertainment license for Phoenix Magick Market and Psychic Faire at Slater Park-Dagget Farm, June 29-30, 2024
• Approved holiday license renewals for Luckys Hookah World (385 East Ave) and Luckys Smoke World (399 Broadway)
• Approved auto repair and second-hand shop license renewals for multiple businesses including Jeha's Citgo (76 Newport Ave) and Division Brakes (272 Broadway)

City Council

The City Council passed ordinances amending impoundment and returned check fees. Several claims for damages against the city were approved, denied, or referred to other agencies. The 2024-2025 operating and capital budgets were tabled and referred to the Finance Committee.

• Approved ordinance amending impoundment fees (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amending returned check fees (7-0)
• Approved damage claims for Jeffrey Mellor ($196.90) and Verizon ($1,192.48) (7-0)
• Denied damage claims for Luke Dasilveira, Yazmin Santiago, and Juan Henao (7-0)
• Postponed damage claim for Juan F. Lopez pending insurance update (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 588 denouncing disparaging public statements (7-0)
• Tabled Annual Operating Budget Ordinance 2024-2025 and referred to Finance Committee
• Tabled Capital Budget and Capital Improvement Program Ordinances and referred to Finance Committee

Ad Hoc City Council Bldg. Rev. Cte.

The committee will hold its first meeting to introduce members and discuss objectives for reviewing City Hall construction. A communication from Downes Construction Company on construction progress will be presented. The public may submit written testimony by email until 4 p.m. on the meeting day or participate via videoconference.

• Introduction of City Hall Building Review Committee members
• Communication from David N. Patrick, President, Downes Construction Company, on City Hall construction progress
• Discussion on committee objectives and process for moving forward

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss a resolution supporting a $20 million bond for environmental infrastructure improvements for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, and will hear a communication from the Planning Director on the Capital Improvement Plan 2025-2029. A public input period will also be held.

• Public input period for residents to comment on agenda items
• Communication from Planning Director Bianca Policastro on Capital Improvement Plan 2025-2029 and Environmental Infrastructure Bond
• Resolution supporting $20,000,000 bond for environmental infrastructure improvements for fiscal years 2026 and 2027

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners held a regular session on April 24, 2024, approving numerous license renewals and transfers. The board approved the transfer of VN Tireshop LLC at 1028 Main Street with stipulations including a vehicle limit and operating hours. A public hearing on a change of name and use for Phaaji Bar & Hookah Lounge was continued to May 8, 2024.

• Approved VN Tireshop LLC transfer at 1028 Main St with stipulations (max 8 vehicles, no outside repairs, hours 9am-5pm Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm Sat)
• Continued hearing for Phaaji Bar & Hookah Lounge (Loxg Group LLC) at 17 Broad St to May 8, 2024
• Approved 20/20 Hookah Lounge (COLM123 LLC) transfer at 584 Smithfield Ave
• Approved one-day entertainment licenses for Rock's Bar at 451 Prospect St (June 22) and Picos Restaurant at 110 School St (May 19)
• Approved numerous auto repair, junk, pawn, and holiday license renewals on consent agenda

City Council

The City Council approved bond legislation for environmental improvements and confirmed 10 members for the Charter Review Commission. The council also passed ordinances regarding the Public Art Fund, impoundment fees, and non-union pay rates.

• Approved $20M bond legislation for environmental infrastructure improvements FY 2026 & 2027 (8-0)
• Confirmed 10 appointments to the Charter Review Commission (8-0)
• Approved sublease agreement for 100 Main Street with Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Inc. (8-0)
• Passed ordinance amending the Public Art Fund (7-1)
• Passed ordinance amending pay rates for classified non-union positions (8-0)
• Passed ordinance amending impoundment fees (8-0)
• Passed ordinance amending fees for returned checks (8-0)
• Referred $85,286.65 in tax abatements to the Finance Committee

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee will discuss and consider seven damage claims against the city, including four pothole-related claims totaling $1,002.17, a firetruck claim from Travelers Insurance (postponed from March), a railroad damage claim, and a sewer line claim. The meeting will also include a public input period and an update on the Providence and Worcester Railroad Company.

• Tara L. Gagnon – $275.33 (Pothole)
• Doreen Mowry – $189.78 (Pothole)
• Anthony DiMeglio – $467.06 (Pothole)
• Elida Goncalves, by Travelers Insurance – No Amount Specified (Firetruck) (Postponed 3/6/2024)
• Daniel Gosselin – $171.02 (Railroad)

Animal Control Committee

The Pawtucket City Council Animal Control Committee will meet to discuss and consider an ordinance amending Chapter 116-4 of the City Code regarding impoundment fees. The agenda also includes a public input period and updates on the animal shelter and its website.

• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 116-4 on impoundment fees
• Update on Animal Shelter
• Update on Animal Shelter Website
• Public input period via email or Zoom

City Prop. Cte.

The Pawtucket City Council's City Property Committee will meet to discuss two communications: one from the Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency regarding a request from Sleep in Heavenly Peace at 100 Main Street, and another from Sleep in Heavenly Peace's president concerning a lease of Apex Building space. The meeting also includes a public input period.

• Communication from Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency about Sleep in Heavenly Peace request at 100 Main Street
• Communication from Sleep in Heavenly Peace president regarding lease of Apex Building space

Finance Committee

The Pawtucket City Council Finance Committee will hold a meeting to discuss and consider two ordinances. One ordinance amends the fee schedule for returned checks. The other ordinance amends the pay rate schedule for classified non-union positions by adding a Human Resources Director and deleting the Consolidated Director of Human Resources role. The meeting includes a public input period.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 202 (Fees) for returned checks
• Ordinance amending pay rates for classified non-union positions: ADD Human Resources Director, DELETE Consolidated Director of Human Resources
• Public Input Period at City Hall or via Zoom (must sign in/join 10 minutes early)
• Meeting ID: 836 3209 3943, Password: CC2024

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved a consent agenda with numerous license renewals, approved the transfer of the Class A liquor license for Star Wine & Spirits at 316 West Avenue subject to settling claims, and fined Happy Hour Club $250 for violations. A public hearing for 20/20 Hookah Lounge was postponed to April 24, 2024.

• Approved Class A liquor license transfer for Star Wine & Spirits (Ganapati Corp) at 316 West Avenue, subject to settling claims from Mancini Beverage ($27,640), Horizon Beverage ($9,433), and McLaughlin & Moran ($4,515.28)
• Fined Happy Hour Club, 404 Benefit St., $250 for operating after hours and entertainment without a license
• Postponed license transfer for 20/20 Hookah Lounge (COLM123 LLC) at 584 Smithfield Avenue to April 24, 2024
• Approved renewals for numerous auto repair, auto sales, and holiday licenses
• Approved new entertainment license for Seed Café and Espresso Bar at 250 Main Street for a Double Shot Sunday event

City Council

The City Council passed an ordinance amending the Public Art Fund and updated pay rates for the Human Resources Director. The council also approved several damage claims and a resolution supporting state aid for libraries.

• Passed ordinance amending the Public Art Fund (7-1)
• Approved amended pay rates for Human Resources Director (8-0)
• Approved resolution for 25% state aid to libraries (8-0)
• Approved damage claims for Anthony DiMeglio ($233.53), Jamilton Salazar ($117.00), and Dan Lisker ($575.00) (8-0)
• Denied damage claim for Elida Goncalves (8-0)
• Denied and referred claims for Tara L. Gagnon ($275.33) and Doreen Mowry ($189.78) to RI Energy (8-0)
• Denied and referred claim for Daniel Gosselin ($171.02) to Providence and Worcester Railroad Company (8-0)
• Approved sole pole installation for 60 Olive St pending Public Works approval

Spec. City Council

The City Council held a special session to discuss school department financial vacancies and bonding strategies for school construction. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during the meeting.

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will hold a public input period and then discuss a proposed ordinance amending Article XXIII of the city code, which governs the Public Art Fund. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Public input period for residents to comment on agenda items
• Discussion of an ordinance to amend the Public Art Fund code section

Claims Committee

The Pawtucket City Council's Claims Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on seven damage claims against the city, including five pothole-related vehicle claims totaling $1,103.19, a firetruck claim with no amount specified, and a $575 sewer-line claim. The meeting also includes an update on the Providence and Worcester Railroad Company. Public input is accepted via email or videoconference.

• Tara L. Gagnon – $275.33 (Pothole)
• Doreen Mowry – $189.78 (Pothole)
• Anthony DiMeglio – $467.06 (Pothole)
• Elida Goncalves, by Travelers Insurance – No Amount Specified (Firetruck) (Postponed 3/6/2024)
• Dan Lisker – $575.00 (Sewer Line)

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved a consent agenda with numerous license petitions, including entertainment, holiday, kennel, peddler, laundry, and waste hauler licenses. They denied a request to extend hours for an event at 249 Main Street, approved a kennel license for Harmony Dog Training LLC after a public hearing, and issued a summons to Happy Hour Club for alleged violations.

• Approved entertainment licenses for Darlington American Little League bingo and Candy4Pennies LLC events at 230 Main Street
• Approved holiday license renewals for multiple businesses including Dollar General, CVS, and Family Dollar locations
• Denied James Monteiro's request to change Showcase time at 249 Main Street to 8 p.m.-1 a.m.; kept 6-11 p.m.
• Approved new kennel license for Harmony Dog Training LLC at 65 Patterson Avenue after public hearing
• Issued summons to Happy Hour Club at 404 Benefit St. for operating after hours and unlicensed entertainment

City Council

The City Council approved a resolution opposing cuts to RIPTA services in Pawtucket and requesting service to 100 Freight St. The council also confirmed a Personnel Board appointment and scheduled a special meeting for March 27 to address school financial issues.

• Approved resolution opposing RIPTA service cuts and requesting service to 100 Freight St (Unanimous)
• Confirmed William H. Ruggiero to the Personnel Board (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda on a unanimous voice vote
• Referred impoundment fee ordinance to Animal Control Committee
• Referred returned check fee ordinance to Finance Committee
• Referred Human Resources Director pay rate ordinance to Finance Committee
• Referred four damage claims (potholes and tow) to Committee on Claims and Pending Suits
• Referred two damage claims (tree and trip and fall) to Law Department and RI Interlocal Trust

License Committee

The Pawtucket City Council License Committee will hold a meeting on March 6, 2024, to discuss issues and requirements for special events on Main Street properties, including those with alcohol and entertainment. The meeting includes a public input period. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public input period for residents to testify via email or Zoom
• Discussion with Main Street business owners on special event rules and requirements

Claims Committee

The Pawtucket City Council Committee on Claims and Pending Suits is meeting to discuss and consider multiple vehicle and property damage claims against the city. The agenda lists 10 vehicle damage claims, mostly from potholes, and 2 property damage claims, including one for a sewer line collapse. The committee will also hold a public input period.

• John F. Allison – $436.00 and $669.58 (pothole)
• Mary Amaral – $489.87 (exposed waterpipe)
• Stephen Hamilton, Fair Value Rentals, LLC – $1,870.00 (sewer line collapse)
• Amadeu Garcia – $700.00 and $1,650.00 (property damage)
• Elida Goncalves, by Travelers Insurance – no amount specified

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved a consent agenda with multiple event and business licenses, and individually approved amended entertainment and door-to-door licenses. They also continued a kennel license hearing and ordered a summons for Happy Hour Club over noise complaints.

• Approved comedy show license for James Monteiro at 249 Main Street, April 3, 2024
• Approved music festival license for Picos Restaurant & Hookah Lounge at 110 School Street, May 11, 2024
• Approved new firearms license for MAC Firearms LLC at 591 Beverage Hill Avenue
• Approved new victualling house licenses for Cafeteria Borinquen and International Meat Market
• Summoned Happy Hour Club, 404 Benefit Street, to informal hearing on March 20, 2024

City Council

The City Council confirmed one appointment to the Juvenile Hearing Board and approved a resolution supporting labor reform legislation. The Council also processed several damage claims against the city and requested a maintenance plan for 1 Moshassuck Street.

• Confirmed Nancy Whitney to the Juvenile Hearing Board (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution supporting RI League of Cities and Towns' labor reform advocacy (Unanimous)
• Approved damage claims for John F. Allison ($300), Euclides & Heather Depina ($172.79), and Stephen Hamilton ($1,870) (Unanimous)
• Denied damage claims for Angelina Chea, Ruthie & Joseph White, and Amadeu Garcia (Unanimous)
• Denied and referred claims for Betty Ann Christiansen, Vange Giannakas, Brandon A. Barahona, and Mary Amaral (Unanimous)
• Approved sole pole and anchor petition for 10 McHale Court pending Public Works approval
• Requested maintenance plan and zoning enforcement for 1 Moshassuck Street (Unanimous)
• Requested written project update and completion date from JK Equities for 1 Moshassuck Street (Unanimous)

City Prop. Cte.

The City Property Committee will discuss and possibly vote on a resolution to extend a one-year lease with Nexus Property Management for the library parking lot on Summer Street and 49 North Union Street, and enter a new one-year lease with Core Collaboratives for the lot at 217 Main Street. Public input is accepted before the meeting.

• Resolution to authorize a one-year lease extension with Nexus Property Management for the parking lot on Summer Street and 49 North Union Street (AP43 Lot 629)
• Resolution to authorize a one-year lease agreement with Core Collaboratives for the parking lot at 217 Main Street (AP43 Lot 620)
• Public input period for the meeting

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved a consent agenda and several licenses, but denied three event permits for James Monteiro at 249 Main Street after police and fire officials cited safety deficiencies and unlicensed events. The board also approved a Class A liquor license transfer for D & B Liquors at 50 Ann Mary Street, subject to settling pending claims from creditors.

• Denied entertainment and alcohol licenses for #TurnupRI Friendraiser 24 and a 30th Birthday Party at 249 Main Street (LIC#16180, 16181, 16179)
• Approved Class A liquor license transfer from D & B Liquors LLC to D & B Liquors (Shivji Corp) at 50 Ann Mary Street, Unit 106, subject to settling claims totaling $46,980.43
• Approved entertainment license for Dionisio Burgos for a fashion show at 230 Main Street on March 30, 2024
• Approved two Class F-1 licenses for Banda Nova Alianca Music Society fundraisers at 43 Humboldt Avenue
• Filed objections from creditors to the D & B Liquors transfer

City Council

The City Council appointed John T. Gannon, Esq. as Chief Municipal Court Judge and Patrick McBurney, Esq. as Associate Municipal Court Judge. The council also approved tax abatements and lease agreements for library parking.

• Appointed John T. Gannon, Esq. as Chief Municipal Court Judge (6-2)
• Appointed Patrick McBurney, Esq. as Associate Municipal Court Judge (8-0)
• Approved $39,207.02 in tax abatements for motor vehicles, real estate, and tangibles (8-0)
• Approved one-year lease extensions for library parking lots at Summer Street, 49 North Union Street, and 217 Main Street (8-0)
• Approved agreement with State of Rhode Island for Weeden Street Bridge, Main Street Bridge, and ADA sidewalk/ramp improvements (8-0)
• Requested annual report from the Parks Commission (Unanimous)
• Requested Baldwin School engineering value changes report from the school committee (Unanimous)

Ad Hoc Mun. Judge Appl. Cte.

The Ad Hoc Municipal Judge Application Committee will hold a meeting to receive public input and review four applicants for the position of municipal judge: Kevin F. Crawley, Maribel Echeverry McLaughlin, John T. Gannon, and Patrick McBurney.

• Public Input Period
• Review of applicants: Kevin F. Crawley, Esq.
• Review of applicants: Maribel Echeverry McLaughlin, Esq.
• Review of applicants: John T. Gannon, Esq.
• Review of applicants: Patrick McBurney, Esq.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold a public input period and discuss a resolution authorizing tax abatements for motor vehicles, real estate, and tangibles totaling $39,207.02 for the fourth quarter of 2023.

• Resolution authorizing abatement of taxes for motor vehicles, real estate, and tangibles for October, November, and December 2023 in the amount of $39,207.02

Claims Committee

The Pawtucket City Council Committee on Claims and Pending Suits will meet to discuss and consider five vehicle damage claims. The claims include two from railroad-related incidents and two from potholes, plus one general vehicle claim. The public may submit email testimony or participate via videoconference.

• Alison Frigon – $599.65 (Railroad)
• Joan Tremblay – $200.00 (Railroad)
• Heather Fontaine – $300.00 (Pothole)
• Marie Lombardi – $1,015.44 (Pothole)
• Zemanual Gomes – $1,295.53, $1,604.96 (Vehicle)

Jt. Finance Cte.-Pub. Works Cte.

The Pawtucket City Council's Finance and Public Works committees are meeting jointly to discuss a communication from City Engineer Eric Hammerschlag regarding the RIDOT Municipal Road & Bridge Program. The agenda includes a public input period and the engineer's communication, with no other substantive items listed.

• Public input period with sign-in or Zoom participation
• Communication from City Engineer Eric Hammerschlag on RIDOT Municipal Road & Bridge Program

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners held a regular session on February 7, 2024, approving multiple license petitions and one public hearing. The board approved a new auto repair shop license for Joe's Glass United at 1562 Newport Avenue after a public hearing, and approved various door-to-door, peddler, laundry, tattoo, and victualling house licenses. It also approved entertainment and liquor licenses for fundraising events and a dance, with one event license approved with stipulations on a split roll call vote.

• Approved new auto repair shop license for Joe's Glass United (Joe's Auto Glass, Inc.) at 1562 Newport Avenue after public hearing
• Approved door-to-door licenses for Power Home Remodeling Group and Trinity Solar, including new peddler licenses
• Approved transfer of Lonsdale Super Wash (Liquori Laundry LLC) at 459 Lonsdale Ave
• Approved entertainment and Class F liquor licenses for Little Sisters of the Poor Summer Soiree at Jeanne Jugan Residence, 964 Main Street, Aug 21, 2024
• Approved entertainment and liquor licenses for St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Church Hafli Dance at 1 St. Mary's Way, Feb 10, 2024

City Council

The City Council authorized an easement agreement for a sidewalk ramp on Oakdale Avenue. The council also confirmed two appointments to the Juvenile Hearing Board and processed several damage claims against the city.

• Approved easement agreement with 460 Smithfield Avenue LLC for a ramp on Oakdale Avenue (8-0)
• Confirmed Juan Pablo Barrera to the Juvenile Hearing Board (8-0)
• Confirmed Stevent Cleto Garcia to the Juvenile Hearing Board (8-0)
• Approved $1,295.53 damage claim payment to Zemanual Gomes (8-0)
• Denied damage claims for Alison Frigon and Joan Tremblay, referring them to Providence and Worcester Railroad Company (8-0)
• Denied damage claim for Heather Fontaine, referring it to Rhode Island Energy (8-0)
• Denied damage claim for Marie Lombardi, referring it to Cardi Corporation (8-0)
• Approved relocation of a joint pole on Moshassuck St pending Director of Public Works approval

Jt. City Prop.-Cte. of the Whole

The City Property Committee and Committee of the Whole will hold a joint meeting to discuss and possibly vote on a resolution authorizing the city to enter into a purchase and sale agreement for four properties at 100 Freight Street, 25 Freight Street, 75 Sabin Street, and 330 Cottage Street for a total of $14.8 million. The meeting includes a public input period and may go into executive session regarding real property acquisition.

• Purchase and Sale Agreement with Kenwood Realty, LLC, Sabin Realty, LLC, Freight Realty, LLC, and 330 Realty, LLC for $14.8 million
• Properties: 100 Freight Street (AP8 L417), 25 Freight Street (AP8 L415 L399), 75 Sabin Street (AP8 L416), 330 Cottage Street (AP8 L414)
• Resolution authorizing the city to enter into the agreement
• Possible executive session under RI law for real property acquisition or lease
• Public input period open until 4:00 p.m. on meeting day via email or videoconference

City Council

The City Council approved a resolution to enter into a purchase and sales agreement for four properties on Freight, Sabin, and Cottage Streets. The total acquisition cost is $14.8 million.

• Approved purchase of 100 Freight St, 25 Freight St, 75 Sabin St, and 330 Cottage St for $14.8 million (7-1)

City Property Committee

The City Property Committee will hold a public hearing and discuss two communications regarding a handicapped-accessible ramp easement at 460 Smithfield Avenue. The agenda includes a public input period and review of requests from the zoning director and the property owner.

• Public input period for residents to comment on agenda items
• Review of easement request for handicap ramp at 460 Smithfield Avenue from Zoning Director Carl J. Johnson
• Communication from Shaun Anthony Mark, 460 Smithfield Avenue LLC, regarding the same ramp easement

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved several licenses, including a new victualer license for El Gran Jaguar Restaurant & Lounge at 139 Broad Street with a closing-time stipulation, and a first-class victualling house license for the same business. The board also accepted a no-contest plea from Mangos Hookah Lounge (17 Exchange St.) for a December 15, 2023 disorderly conduct violation, imposing a $1,000 fine (stayed for one year) and requiring two police details on three consecutive Thursdays starting February 1, 2024. Additionally, the board approved entertainment and beer/wine licenses for the Pawtucket St. Patrick's Parade Committee's Post Parade Gala at the Pawtucket Armory on March 2, 2024, and a one-time entertainment license for Coastal Cultivator Classic at 999 Main Street on March 23-24, 2024.

• Approved new Class BV (Victualer) license for El Gran Jaguar Restaurant & Lounge, 139 Broad St., with stipulation to close at 12 midnight Sun-Wed and 1 a.m. Thu-Sat
• Approved new Victualling House First Class license for El Gran Jaguar Restaurant & Lounge, 139 Broad St.
• Accepted no-contest plea from Mangos Hookah Lounge (17 Exchange St.) for Dec 15, 2023 violation; $1,000 fine stayed one year, two police details on three Thursdays starting Feb 1, 2024
• Approved entertainment and beer/wine licenses for Pawtucket St. Patrick's Parade Committee Post Parade Gala at Pawtucket Armory, March 2, 2024
• Approved one-time entertainment license for Coastal Cultivator Classic at 999 Main St., March 23-24, 2024

City Council

The City Council approved a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a lease agreement for a portion of the property at 100 Main Street. The council also approved a consent agenda and established a committee for judicial appointments.

• Approved lease agreement between City of Pawtucket and Walco Electric Company for 100 Main Street (unanimous roll call)
• Approved Consent Agenda on unanimous voice vote
• Referred $39,207.02 in tax abatement recommendations to Finance Committee
• Referred Purchase and Sale Agreement with Kenwood, Sabin, Freight, and 330 Realty, LLCs to City Property Committee and Committee of the Whole
• Referred pothole and vehicle damage claims for Heather Fontaine, Marie Lombardi, and Zemanual Gomes to Committee on Claims and Pending Suits
• Referred personal injury claim for Elaine Harris to Law Department and RI Interlocal Trust
• Appointed Ad Hoc Municipal Court Judge Appointment Committee

CANCELLED Jan. 17, 2024 - License Committee

This License Committee meeting scheduled for January 17, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda had included a public input period and a communication from Wilson A. Soto of Princess Investment LLC regarding extended operating hours for Class B licensed establishments until 2:00 a.m. No decisions or discussions will take place as the meeting is cancelled.

• Meeting cancelled
• Agenda item: Extended operating hours for Class B licensed establishments until 2:00 a.m. (communication from Princess Investment LLC)

Animal Control Committee

The Pawtucket City Council's Animal Control Committee will meet to discuss quarterly reports from the Animal Shelter, review general operations, and consider the shelter's website. The meeting includes a public input period for residents to testify in person or via Zoom.

• Quarterly reports for the Animal Shelter
• Review and discussion of general operations of the Animal Shelter
• Discussion of the Animal Shelter website

Claims Committee

The Pawtucket City Council Committee on Claims and Pending Suits is meeting to discuss and/or consider a single claim for vehicle damage. The agenda includes a public input period and one item: a $543.13 claim from Stacy Weaver related to a firetruck. The meeting is scheduled for January 17, 2024, at 6:20 p.m. in Room 114, 350 Division Street.

• Public input period with email and videoconference options
• Vehicle damage claim: Stacy Weaver – $543.13 (Firetruck)

Jt. City Prop. - Cte. of the Whole

The City Property Committee and Committee of the Whole will meet jointly to discuss and consider real property matters, including a communication regarding the Freight Street property, a certificate of good standing for Kenwood Realty LLC, and a sublease agreement with Walco Electric Company. A portion of the meeting may be held in executive session for real property acquisition or lease discussions.

• Discussion of Freight Street property
• Certificate of good standing for Kenwood Realty LLC
• Walco Electric Company sublease agreement
• Certificate of good standing for Walco Electric Company
• Possible executive session for real property acquisition or lease

License Commissioners Session

The Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners approved several new and renewed licenses, including a new tattoo parlor, a new lounge, and new eateries. They also postponed a fire-violation communication and a hearing for a Broad Street restaurant until January 24, 2024. The board handled all items on a unanimous voice vote.

• Approved new tattoo license for Abracadabra Tattoo, 25 Esten Avenue
• Approved new Class BV and victualling house licenses for 327 Lounge, 327 Barton Street
• Approved new Class BV and victualling house licenses for TO'S Bar & Grill, 562 Newport Avenue
• Postponed El Gran Jaguar Restaurant & Lounge hearing, 139 Broad Street, to January 24
• Approved one-night beer/wine and entertainment permits for Knights of Columbus events at 745 Central Avenue

City Council

The City Council approved a damage claim payment to Stacy Weaver. Several ordinances regarding public art and city salaries were tabled and referred to committees, and a request for extended operating hours for Class B establishments was indefinitely postponed.

• Approved $543.13 damage claim for Stacy Weaver (8-0)
• Indefinitely postponed request for extended operating hours for Class B establishments to 2:00 a.m.
• Recommitted graffiti ordinance to the Ordinance Committee (unanimous voice vote)
• Tabled and referred Public Art Fund ordinance to the Ordinance Committee
• Tabled and referred President and Councilmember salary ordinance to Finance Committee and Committee of the Whole
• Tabled and referred Mayor salary ordinance to Finance Committee and Committee of the Whole
• Referred Samaritans of Rhode Island municipal support request to the Finance Committee
• Referred RIDOT Municipal Road & Bridge Program communication to Public Works and Finance Committees

CANCELLED - Jan. 10, 2024 - License Committee

This meeting was cancelled. The agenda had only one item: a communication from Princess Investment LLC requesting extended operating hours until 2:00 a.m. for Class B licensed establishments.

• Meeting cancelled
• Communication from Wilson A. Soto, Princess Investment LLC, for extended operating hours until 2:00 a.m. for Class B licensed establishments

CANCELLED - Jan. 10, 2024 - Jt. City Prop. - Cte. of the Whole

This meeting of the Pawtucket City Council City Property Committee and Committee of the Whole, scheduled for January 10, 2024, has been cancelled. The agenda was purely procedural, with no substantive items for decision or discussion.

CANCELLED - Jan. 10, 2024 - Claims Committee

This meeting of the Pawtucket City Council Committee on Claims and Pending Suits was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

CANCELLED - Jan. 10, 2024 - Animal Control Committee

This Animal Control Committee meeting scheduled for January 10, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda had listed a public input period, quarterly animal shelter reports, general shelter operations review, and the shelter website as discussion items.

• Meeting cancelled
• Quarterly reports for Animal Shelter
• Review of Animal Shelter general operations
• Animal Shelter website discussion

CANCELLED - Jan. 10, 2024 - License Commissioners Session

This meeting of the Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners, scheduled for January 10, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda had included license renewals, new license petitions, and public hearings for tattoo parlors and victualling houses, but no actions were taken.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted
• Agenda included tattoo license renewals for 5 businesses
• Public hearings scheduled for new tattoo and victualler licenses
• Fire violations communication for 139 Broad Street
• Police communication about illegal after-hours club at 115 India Street

CANCELLED - Jan. 10, 2024 - City Council

This City Council meeting was cancelled, so no decisions or discussions took place. The agenda that would have been considered included items such as a graffiti ordinance, extended liquor hours, and various claims for damages against the city.

• Ordinance adding Chapter 227 'Graffiti' (Substitute A) for first passage
• Request for extended operating hours to 2:00 a.m. for Class B licensed establishments
• Claims for damages: Alison Frigon $599.65, Joan Tremblay $200.00, Stacy Weaver $543.13
• Ordinances on salaries of mayor and councilmembers referred to Finance Committee
• Public Art Fund ordinance referred to Ordinance Committee