Barrington public meetings in 2024
42 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Spec. Town Council Mtg.
The Barrington Town Council will discuss and act on bids for the Haines Park Field Improvement Project. They will also review updates to the ARPA budget allocations and revise the engineering scope and fees for South Lake Drive. A discussion on Town Council Curriculum 101, covering practices and procedural rules, will be held.
- Bid discussion for Haines Park Field Improvement Project
- Update of ARPA budget allocations
- Revision to engineering scope and fees for South Lake Drive
- Discussion of Town Council Curriculum 101: practices and rules of procedures
Town Council Organizational Mtg.
The Barrington Town Council and School Committee will be sworn into office. After the swearing‑in, the Town Council will conduct its organizational meeting. The agenda also provides information on accessibility accommodations for participants.
- Swearing‑in of Town Council members
- Swearing‑in of School Committee members
- Town Council organizational meeting
- Information on accessibility accommodations
Town Council Mtg.
The Town Council will consider selling a parcel of land to develop age-restricted and affordable housing, ratify collective bargaining agreements with the fire fighters and police unions, and decommission the Charter Review Committee.
- Sell 1.75-acre parcel at 25 Watson Avenue for $1 to develop 12 age-restricted and 5 affordable housing units
- Ratify collective bargaining agreements with Barrington Fire Fighters Local 1774 and Police Officers Local 351
- Decommission the Charter Review Committee
- Approve Victualling License for Madrid European Bakery & Patisserie LLC at 230 County Road
- Review ARPA budget allocations and request additional funds for a Martin Luther King Jr. civil rights celebration
Amey Tucker Spencer Fund
The Barrington Town Council, acting as trustees of the Amey Tucker Spencer Trust, approved the minutes from the October 7, 2024 meeting. They then approved the establishment of a “Super Senior” resident grant program, allocating $121,000 and setting eligibility criteria such as a minimum age of 80, a 10‑year home‑ownership requirement, and income limits based on HUD’s low‑income thresholds. The board also discussed the Housing Board’s down‑payment assistance program and the town’s 10% affordable‑housing mandate, but no motion was adopted.
- Approval of October 7, 2024 meeting minutes (vote 5‑0‑0‑0).
- Approval of Super Senior Resident Grant program with a $121,000 budget; grant amount proposed at approximately $1,100 per household, minimum age 80, 10‑year residency, income limits up to 150% of HUD Area Median Income, and asset limit of $25,000.
- Discussion of the Housing Board’s down‑payment assistance program and the 30‑year deed‑restriction requirement for meeting the town’s 10% affordable‑housing goal (no motion taken).
Town Council Mtg.
The Town Council will approve minutes from the October 7 Spencer Trust meeting and discuss and act on the "Super Senior" Financial Assistance Program, the Housing Board's Down Payment Assistance proposal, and budget requests for the Home Repair, Emergent, and Crisis Funds. The council will also address public hearings on STOP‑intersection ordinances (Fireside, Old Chimney, Copper Kettle) and review bids for public‑works equipment and projects. Additional items include routine consent‑agenda approvals, licensing renewals, and updates on ARPA budget allocations.
- "Super Senior" Financial Assistance Program
- Housing Board Down Payment Assistance Program proposal and 10% affordable housing data
- Budget requests for Home Repair Fund, Emergent Fund, and Crisis Fund
- Ordinance 2024‑3 and 2024‑6 STOP intersections (Fireside, Old Chimney, Copper Kettle) public hearings
- Public Works bids: trailer‑mounted brush chipper, two 16,500 GVW dump trucks with plows, one 19,500 GVW crew‑cab dump truck with plow
Jt. Council and School Cte. Mtg.
The joint meeting of the Barrington Town Council and School Committee will discuss a Memorandum of Understanding to install synthetic turf fields at Barrington Middle School. The agenda also includes discussion of advisory committee charges, a consent agenda, and several contracts with various entities. Public comment will be taken before adjournment.
- Discuss/Act: Memorandum of Understanding for synthetic turf fields at Barrington Middle School
- Discuss/Act: Advisory Committees’ Charges
- Consent Agenda
- Contract with NESRA Engineering and BPS
- Contract with Perkins School for the Blind and BPS
Spec. Town Council Mtg.
The Town Council will convene a special meeting to discuss and act on the Climate Action/Ready and Resilient Barrington presentation. The session is scheduled for Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at 6:30 PM in the Salem Auditorium at the Barrington Public Library.
- Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
- Land Acknowledgement
- Discussion and action on Climate Action/Ready and Resilient Barrington
- Adjournment
Amey Tucker Spencer Fund
The Barrington Town Council met to approve the September 9, 2024 Amey Tucker Spencer Trust Fund minutes and to discuss a proposed "super senior" tax relief program funded by the Spencer Trust. Council members examined income limits, eligibility criteria, and the amount of trust funds to allocate, while noting legal concerns about using the trust without income restrictions. The meeting also included an executive‑session on personnel, litigation over Sowams Road, and collective‑bargaining matters, and continued a public hearing on Ordinance 2024‑3 and 2024‑6.
- Approved minutes of the Amey Tucker Spencer Trust Fund meeting from September 9, 2024 (5‑0‑0‑0 vote).
- Discussed and considered a senior tax exemption program for "super seniors" using the Spencer Trust (approx. $6 million), including income thresholds, allocation per applicant, and eligibility requirements.
- Executive session covered personnel (District Court Prosecutor), litigation on Sowams Road boundary dispute, and collective bargaining with United Steelworkers Local 14845, Police Officers Local 351, Dispatch Local 555, and Fire Fighters Local 1774.
- Motion passed to appoint Jason Knight as Town Solicitor and direct a contract with the town (5‑0‑0‑0 vote).
- Continued public hearing on Ordinance 2024‑3 and 2024‑6 (Fireside Drive, Copper Kettle Lane) postponed to January due to missing engineering report.
Town Council Mtg.
The Town Council will meet in executive session to discuss personnel and litigation before convening as Trustees of the Amey Tucker Spencer Fund. The public session includes votes on municipal bids, board appointments, and a public hearing regarding Barrington Beach parking stickers.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-7 regarding Barrington Beach parking stickers and day passes
- Bids for Foote Street Path Engineering and Maple Avenue/Lincoln Avenue sidewalk reconstruction
- Spencer Trust discussions on senior tax exemptions, downpayment assistance, and home repair loans
- Proposed establishment of the Town of Barrington Veterans Advisory Committee
- Purchase of two Mobile APX 8500 Vehicle Radios for the Fire Department
Town Council Mtg.
The Town Council and Amey Tucker Spencer Fund trustees will meet to discuss municipal ordinances, budget amendments, and board appointments. The session includes a public hearing for a liquor license and discussions on the town's Climate Action Plan and Senior Tax Relief Program.
- Public hearing for Class BV Limited License for PC Barrington, LLC at 188 County Road
- Discussion and action on ARPA Budget Amendment
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-5 regarding alcoholic beverage license classes and fees
- Approval of victualling license for Sip and Bite Nutrition Club at 20B West Street
- Discussion on Spencer Trust Administrators pay increase
Amey Tucker Spencer Fund
The Barrington Town Council, acting as trustees of the Amey Tucker Spencer Trust Fund, approved the minutes from the May 6, 2024 meeting and voted to extend the Spencer Trust Administrator contract at an hourly rate of $50 through June 30, 2025. The council also discussed possible changes to the Home Repair Assistance program, including raising the forgivable loan limit from $20,000 to $30,000, and reviewed the payment process for contractors and the policy for refurbished appliances. Public comments were heard before the meeting was adjourned.
- Approved contract extension and $50/hour rate for Spencer Trust Administrator Karen Griffith through June 30, 2025.
- Approved minutes from the May 6, 2024 Amey Tucker Spencer Trust Fund meeting.
- Discussed increasing Home Repair Assistance forgivable loans from $20,000 to $30,000.
- Discussed payment process for contractors/vendors (no vendor recommendations made).
- Discussed policy for refurbished appliances under the 10‑year forgivable loan program.
Spec. Town Council Mtg.
The Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and act on a single business license. The body will decide whether to approve a victualling license for a specific restaurant location.
- Victualling License for Chipotle Mexican Grill at 223 County Road
NO QUORUM - Aug. 13, 2024 - Town Council Mtg.
The Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and act on a single business license. The meeting is scheduled for August 13, 2024, at Barrington Town Hall.
- Approval of Victualling License for Chipotle Mexican Grill at 223 County Road
NO QUORUM - Aug. 13, 2024 - Jt. Town Council Mtg. with DEI Cte.
The Town Council and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee are meeting to discuss collaborative opportunities and project updates. A primary point of discussion is the potential for a part-time or full-time employee to lead DEI work, as suggested in a 2021 consultancy report.
- Discussion on hiring a part-time or full-time employee for DEI work
- Proposal for a lottery system for limited-capacity town recreational and educational events
- Request for accessible portable toilets at athletic fields
- Report on a second flagpole at Town Hall
- Planning for the 2024-2025 Film Series and MLK Day 2025
Jt. Council and School Cte. Mtg.
The Barrington School Committee, meeting jointly with the Town Council, will discuss and act on a field proposal for Barrington Middle School. The committee will also consider the Assistant Superintendent contract and a notice of reappointment for non‑union, non‑certified employees. Additional items include a school construction update and several district contracts. Public comment will be taken before adjournment.
- Barrington Middle School – Town Council Field Proposal (discuss/act)
- Assistant Superintendent Contract (discuss/act)
- Notice of Reappointment for non‑union/non‑certified Employees (discuss/act)
- School Construction Update (discuss/act)
- Contract: Daikin Applied America and BMS RTU 8
Town Council Mtg.
The Barrington Town Council will meet on July 31, 2024 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chamber. The agenda includes a discussion and possible action on a School Committee correspondence dated July 21, 2024 concerning the town’s athletic fields. No other substantive items are listed.
- Discuss and act on School Committee correspondence (July 21, 2024) regarding athletic fields
Town Council Mtg.
The Town Council will review a ten-year update of the Comprehensive Plan, including climate action and complete streets studies. The body will also act on several ordinances regarding liquor license fees, traffic stops, and non-union employee pay scales.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-3 (STOP intersections at Fireside and Old Chimney) and Ordinance 2024-4 (non-union employee pay scales)
- Ordinance 2024-5 regarding alcoholic beverage license classes and fees
- Construction bid for Lincoln Avenue and Maple Avenue Sidewalk Improvement Project
- Engineering bid for repairs to Police Cove Park Seawall
- Discussion of a pilot curbside composting program
Town Council Mtg.
The Barrington Town Council will consider bids for police vehicles and radios, review an ordinance amending pay scales for non-union employees, and discuss a November ballot question about a new recreation center that could affect local voters. The council will also process routine consent items, including board resignations, monthly department reports, and committee appointments.
- Ordinance 2024-4 amending Chapter 45 pay scales for non-union employees
- Police vehicle purchase (Ford Lightning) and Motorola 800 MHz handheld radios
- Planning, Building and Resilience contract extension and request for funds to support a resilience planner
- Barrington Middle School synthetic field agreement with schools
- Conceptual design discussion for the South Lake Drive area
Financial Town Meeting
The 2024 Financial Town Meeting voted on a total budget of $95,844,395 for Fiscal Year 2024-2025, a 4.92% increase from the prior year. The budget includes a $65.6 million School Operating Budget (up 4.96%) and a $21.9 million Municipal Operating Budget (up 4.78%). The tax levy is estimated to increase by 3.82%. Voters also authorized the issuance of up to $5 million in emergency notes.
- School Operating Budget: $65,596,225 (4.96% increase), including $1,155,267 for contractual obligations and two new full-time equivalents
- Municipal Operating Budget: $21,912,238 (4.78% increase), adding an IT Coordinator and a DPW/Sewer Assistant Superintendent
- Municipal Capital Budget: $1,691,500, including $430,000 for DPW equipment and $257,500 for public safety building improvements
- School Capital Budget: $388,595, including $153,608 for BMS/BHS one-to-one devices and $95,108 for HMS devices
- Debt Service Budget: $6,255,837 (5.93% increase)
Cte. on Approp. and Budget Forcasting Cte.
The Committee on Appropriations is holding a budget hearing with invited Town Council and School Committee members. The agenda includes a budget presentation and public comment, with no specific dollar amounts or line items listed in the agenda text.
- Budget hearing presentation
- Public comment period
- Hybrid meeting at Barrington Middle School, Room 1402
Town Council Mtg.
The Town Council will discuss and act on allocating $500,000 approved by voters for affordable housing, consider a resolution amending non-resident beach pass rules, and vote on a resolution supporting suicide prevention barriers on bridges. They will also interview candidates for several boards and commissions and consider bids for multiple town projects.
- Allocation of $500,000 Affordable Housing Fund approved at 2021 Financial Town Meeting
- Resolution amending Chapter A225: Non-Resident Beach Pass
- Resolution in Support of Suicide Prevention Barriers on Bridges over Narragansett Bay
- Introduction of Ordinance 2024-3 amending stop intersections at Fireside and Old Chimney
- Bids for Maple Avenue and Lincoln Avenue Improvement Project, Kent Street Courts Renovation, and Bay Spring Community Center Renovation
Amey Tucker Spencer Fund
The Amey Tucker Spencer Trust Fund trustees voted to allow the Housing Board of Trustees to explore creative solutions for the downpayment assistance program, which has had no takers. The Housing Board seeks to remove the requirement that funds comply with state affordable housing law, aiming for more flexible terms like FHA-level income limits and shorter deed restrictions. The trust has about $370,000 available for Barrington's 'poor and unfortunate' residents.
- Trustees approved motion to let Housing Board explore creative solutions for the Spencer Trust Downpayment Assistance Program
- Housing Board Chair Carla DeStefano reported no program participants since 2020 due to cumbersome approval and market changes
- Only 13 of 400 homes sold in Barrington in 24 months would qualify under current program price limits
- Housing Board proposes raising income limit from 30% to 38% of gross income and reducing deed restriction from 30 years to 7-10 years
- Separate $500,000 from 2021 Financial Town Meeting for affordable housing is also under discussion
Cte. on Approp. and Budget Forcasting Cte.
The Barrington Committee on Appropriations is meeting to discuss the budget hearing slide deck, which will be used to present the town's budget to the public. The committee will also approve minutes from its April 3 and April 9 meetings. Public comment will be taken.
- Discussion of budget hearing slide deck
- Approval of minutes from 4/3/24 and 4/9/24 meetings
- Public comment period
Cte. on Approp. and Budget Forcasting Cte.
The Barrington Committee on Appropriations will discuss and vote on the school and municipal operating and capital budgets. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.
- Discussion of school/municipal operating/capital budgets
- Vote on school/municipal operating/capital budgets
- Public comment period
- Approval of minutes from 3/19/24 and 4/3/24
Cte. on Approp. and Budget Forcasting Cte.
The Barrington Committee on Appropriations is meeting to discuss the municipal budget and the school budget. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the March 19 meeting, public comment, and adjournment. No specific dollar amounts or proposals are listed in the agenda.
- Municipal budget discussion
- School budget discussion
- Approval of minutes from 3/19/24 meeting
- Public comment
Town Council Mtg.
The Barrington Town Council will hold an executive session on the Carmelite Monastery property and litigation, then meet publicly to discuss and act on several major items. Key decisions include a resolution for up to $250 million in school construction bonds, a proposal for a synthetic turf field referendum in November 2024, and conceptual plans for the Bay Spring Community Center renovation. The council will also consider bids for medication safety lock bags and a needs assessment, and appoint members to the Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee.
- Resolution to issue up to $250,000,000 in bonds for public school construction and renovation
- Proposal for a synthetic turf field to be put to voters in a November 2024 referendum
- Conceptual plans for Bay Spring Community Center renovation presented by Brewster-Thornton
- BAY Team bids: $15,000 for 1,000 medication safety lock bags and $16,000 for a needs assessment
- Interviews and appointments for Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee vacancies
Amey Tucker Spencer Fund
The Town Council, sitting as the Amey Tucker Spencer Trust Fund trustees, discussed and tabled a proposal to use trust funds for a senior tax relief program. The town solicitor advised the proposal would not comply with trust restrictions and could invite legal challenges. The board voted to table the item and revisit it later in the year.
- Trustees voted 4-0 to approve minutes from March 4, 2024
- Discussed Allan Klepper's 'Annual Micro Reverse Mortgage' proposal for senior tax relief
- Town solicitor concluded the proposal would not qualify under trust purpose and could lead to lawsuits
- Public comment included concerns from seniors about high property taxes and lack of relief
- Board tabled the item to meet with Klepper and discuss further at a future Town Council agenda
Cte. on Approp. and Budget Forcasting Cte.
The Barrington Committee on Appropriations is meeting to discuss the school budget and the municipal budget. The committee will also approve minutes from its March 5 and March 12 meetings and take public comment.
- School budget discussion
- Municipal budget discussion
- Approval of minutes from 3/5/24 and 3/12/24 meetings
- Public comment period
Cte. on Approp. and Budget Forcasting Cte.
The Barrington Committee on Appropriations is meeting to discuss the municipal budget, including capital and operating expenses, and to discuss funding for school building projects. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.
- Municipal budget presentation (capital & operating) and discussion
- School building projects funding discussion
- Approval of minutes from March 5, 2024 meeting
Spec. Town Council Mtg.
The Barrington Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and act on the FY2025 budget. The agenda also includes a closed executive session to discuss Town Manager Phil Hervey's salary.
- Executive session for Town Manager Phil Hervey salary (RI General Law §42-46-5(a)(1))
- Discuss and act on FY2025 Budget
Cte. on Approp. and Budget Forcasting Cte.
The Barrington Committee on Appropriations is meeting to hear a school budget presentation covering capital and operating costs, discuss school building financing, and consider how to share budget and financial information with taxpayers. The committee will also approve minutes from three prior meetings and take public comment.
- School budget presentation (capital & operating) and discussion
- School building financing discussion
- Discussion on disseminating budget and financial information to taxpayers
- Approval of minutes from 5/25/23, 7/11/23, and 1/30/24 meetings
- Public comment period
Amey Tucker Spencer Fund
The Barrington Town Council will meet on March 4, 2024, to discuss and act on the FY2025 budget, the Charter Review Commission's final report, and the school construction project. The council will also consider several bids, including a $14,000 media contract for the BAY Team and a $51,785 cargo van for Public Works. The meeting includes a swearing-in ceremony for police officers and an executive session on litigation, property acquisition, and personnel.
- Discuss and Act: FY2025 Budget
- Discuss and Act: Charter Review Commission Final Report and Recommendations
- Discuss and Act: School Construction Project
- Approve Natural Gas Contract with State of RI
- Bids: BAY Team media contract ($14,000), DPW cargo van ($51,785), Bowden Avenue stormwater project ($26,570), police vehicle equipment ($10,497.48), beach food vendor ($1,000)
Town Council Mtg.
The Barrington Town Council will discuss and act on the FY2025 budget, the Charter Review Commission's final report, and the school construction project. The council will also consider several bids, including a $51,785 cargo van and a $26,570 stormwater management project, and will hold an executive session on litigation and property acquisition.
- Discuss and act on FY2025 budget
- Discuss and act on Charter Review Commission final report and recommendations
- Approve natural gas contract with State of RI
- Award bids: $51,785 cargo van (Gervais Ford), $26,570 stormwater project (Pare Corp), $14,000 BAY Team media contract (WPRI)
- Executive session on litigation (Coyne v. Barrington Tax Assessor), FEMA, and acquisition of 25 Watson Avenue (Carmelite Monastery)
Special Town Council Mtg.
The Barrington Town Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on the Fiscal Year 2024-25 municipal operating and capital budgets. The meeting includes a public comment period.
- Discuss and act on FY 2024-25 Municipal Operating and Capital Budgets
- Public comment period
CANCELED Feb. 13, 2024 - Special Jt. Town Council and DEI Mtg.
This joint meeting of the Barrington Town Council and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee was canceled. The agenda had included discussions on strategies for positive change, the DEI Committee's role, a speech pledge, and a hate speech condemnation proposal.
- Meeting canceled
- Discuss: Strategies to Make Positive Change
- Discuss and Act on Speech Pledge
- Discuss and Act on Hate Speech Condemnation Proposal
- Training for Town Employees scheduled for February 26, 2024
Special Town Council Mtg.-School Stage II
The Barrington Town Council held a special meeting to discuss and vote on the Necessity of School Construction Stage II application, which is required to meet a February 15 state deadline. The application is part of the $250 million school bond approved by voters in November. After public comment, the council voted 3-0-0-2 to approve the application, with two council members absent and abstaining. The vote does not authorize spending but allows the application to proceed.
- Approved Necessity of School Construction Stage II application (3-0-0-2 vote)
- Application deadline is February 15, 2024
- Public comments raised concerns about renewable energy and environmental features in the plan
- Discussion of bond financing strategy to stage borrowing and reduce taxpayer impact
- School Committee Chair noted $250 million bond is insufficient for all building needs
Amey Tucker Spencer Fund
The Barrington Town Council will hold a regular meeting following a Spencer Trust board session. The Council will discuss and act on several items including a presentation on school construction Stage II, police equipment purchases totaling over $102,000, and a proposal to use opioid settlement funds for an off-road rescue vehicle. The meeting also includes public hearings on three ordinance amendments and consideration of a $15,000 municipal contribution for a housing plan grant.
- Presentation and update on necessity of School Construction Stage II (vote at special meeting Feb 7)
- Police equipment purchases: 2 portable radios ($17,156.68), 2 vehicle radios ($11,453.18), 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid ($45,049.50), dispatch recording system ($28,676.50)
- Public hearings on ordinance amendments: dogs prohibited from certain places, stop intersections, sick leave for part-time employees
- Authorize $15,000 municipal contribution to supplement RI Housing grant for Comprehensive Plan housing element
- Opioid funding: purchase off-road rescue vehicle (Chief Bessette and BAY Team)
Town Council Mtg.
The Barrington Town Council will discuss and act on several items, including a presentation on the necessity of school construction Stage II, purchases of police radios and a vehicle totaling over $102,000, and a $15,000 municipal contribution to supplement a housing grant. The council will also hold public hearings on three ordinance amendments concerning dogs in certain places, stop intersections, and sick leave for part-time employees.
- Presentation and update on Necessity of School Construction Stage II (vote at special meeting Feb. 7)
- Purchase of 2 Motorola APX 8000 portable radios ($17,156.68), 2 APX 6500 vehicle radios ($11,453.18), 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid ($45,049.50), and dispatch recording system ($28,676.50) for Police Department
- Authorize $15,000 municipal contribution to supplement RI Housing grant for Comprehensive Plan housing element
- Public hearings on ordinance amendments: dogs prohibited from certain places, stop intersections, and sick leave for part-time employees
- Approve victualling license for Plant City X at 188C County Road
Cte. on Approp. and Budget Forcasting Cte.
The Committee on Appropriations and the Budget Forecasting Committee, joined by Town Council and School Committee members, are meeting to set their 2024 schedule and review the budget forecasting document, including additional items from the School Building Committee. The meeting includes discussion of short- and long-term budget planning and public comment.
- Confirm COA 2024 schedule including locations
- Review budget forecasting document with School Building Committee items
- Discuss short- and long-term budget planning
- Approve minutes from November 9, 2023
Town Council Mtg.
The Barrington Town Council will hold a goal-setting workshop to identify 3-5 high-level priorities for 2024 and develop action items for each. The council will also discuss community engagement initiatives and a proposed Respectful Speech/Condemnation Statement. No votes on specific ordinances or contracts are scheduled.
- Council will identify 3-5 high-level priorities for 2024 and agree on action items with a 1-2 year horizon.
- Discussion of community engagement initiatives and a proposed Respectful Speech/Condemnation Statement.
- Workshop includes strategies to improve council efficiency, effectiveness, and accessibility.
- Pre-work includes a survey of council members' priorities and a review of past goal-setting outcomes.
Town Council Workshop
The Town Council held a goal-setting workshop facilitated by Ali Mitchell of Lighthouse Consulting, discussing short- and long-term goals and strategies. Survey themes included climate resiliency, housing, recreation, building and economic development, and community input; the Council added state and local coordination as a sixth theme. The facilitator will provide a summary report to the Town within two weeks, and the Council will use it to identify responsible departments and needed resources.
- Discussed goals and actions for housing, climate, recreation (including fields), economic development, and communications
- Added state and local coordination, including between Schools and Town, as a sixth theme
- Discussed Council efficiency and roles of Council liaisons
- Facilitator to deliver summary report to Town within two weeks
Town Council Mtg.
The Barrington Town Council will discuss and act on several items, including the introduction of three ordinance amendments, approval of bids for new town vehicles and equipment, and a presentation on the school construction plan. The agenda also includes interviews for board vacancies, a request for proposals for the Carmelite property, and discussion of DEI proposals. Most routine items are grouped under the consent agenda.
- Bids for DPW vehicles: Kubota tractor ($56,671.56), Chevrolet pickup ($51,454.00), cargo van ($51,785.00), Kubota field tractor ($31,271.90)
- Fire Department request to purchase 10 Motorola portable radios via Master Price Agreement
- Introduction of ordinances: dogs prohibited in certain places, stop intersections, sick leave for part-time employees
- Public hearing on ordinance to remove sick leave credit establishment
- RFP for 25 Watson Avenue Carmelite property