Lincoln public meetings in 2022

Town Council

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

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

The Town Council adopted amendments to the trash ordinance and approved several business and event licenses. The council also ratified the reappointment of the Tax Assessor and a member of the Personnel Board.

• Approved mobile food license for Sam's New York System (5-0)
• Approved private detective's license for Scott Popovich of Thermalogix, LLC (5-0)
• Approved special event liquor license and fee waiver for St. Basil's Church (5-0)
• Approved victualling license for Inex Entertainment LLC d/b/a Spalight (5-0)
• Ratified reappointment of Brenda Keeble as Tax Assessor (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of Dana Packer to Personnel Board (5-0)
• Adopted amendments to Trash Ordinance 2022-8 (5-0)
• Adopted Eagle Scout proclamations for Tyler White and Dylan Carey (5-0)

Ordinance Committee

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

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

The committee approved specific language changes to the Trash Ordinance regarding dumpster lids and collection timing. One section regarding the screening and fencing of refuse areas was severed from the motion and referred to the Planning Board.

• Approved minutes of November 14, 2022 (3-0)
• Recommended adoption of Trash Ordinance 2022-8 amendments to Town Council (3-0)
• Amended 217-21(B) to require dumpsters have secured lids
• Amended 217-31(A) to remove the prohibition of containers on the street
• Amended 217-31(A) to add language regarding delays of services
• Referred section 260-30 to the Planning Board for recommendation

Town Council

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

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

The Town Council met in executive session to discuss collective bargaining with Emergency Medical Service Employees, Local 3023 IAFF, AFL-CIO. Following the session, the Council voted to ratify the contract.

• Approved motion to enter executive session to discuss EMS collective bargaining (5-0)
• Approved motion to seal executive session minutes (5-0)
• Ratified contract with Emergency Medical Service Employees, Local 3023 IAFF, AFL-CIO (5-0)

Parks & Recreation

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

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

Water Commission

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

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

The Water Commission initiated a contract for a Cost of Services Study and approved continuing negotiations for the School St. Pavement Project. The board also granted billing relief and a payment plan for a resident at 2 Valley Street.

• Approved contract for Cost of Services Study (unanimous)
• Approved continuing negotiations for School St. Pavement Project maintenance agreement (unanimous)
• Approved billing relief and monthly payment plan for 2 Valley Street
• Accepted November 2022 Capital Accounts, Transaction Report, and RIDOH Notice (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from November 9th and 15th (unanimous)
• Accepted November 2022 Balance Sheet Report (unanimous)
• Accepted November 2022 Account Balance Report (unanimous)
• Accepted November 2022 Direct Payments and Payables (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

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

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

The Commission decided to cease all mandated community service hours effective immediately, with a new schedule proposed for April 1 through November 30. The board also approved several small equipment purchases and a request for garden decorations.

• Approved previous meeting minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Approved motion to post request for Butterfly Garden decorations on Facebook (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of outdoor timer for lights (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of three boxes of yellow bags for $36.19 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of weed wacker cap (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of heavy duty string for approximately $40 (unanimous)
• Approved motion to accept donation from Stop & Shop to Blackstone Valley Watershed council (unanimous)
• Decided to cease community service hours effective immediately until April 1

PEC

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

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

The committee approved a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) of $7.75 million for the Physical Education Center. Members finalized building elevations, exterior color schemes, and awarded contracts for commissioning and testing services.

• Approved GMP of $7,750,000.00
• Approved SES commissioning proposal for $54,000
• Approved 3rd party testing services from Geisser Engineering
• Approved DCC invoices for $52,385.00 and $31,035.00
• Approved ACC requisitions for $1,625,815.00 and $643,718.00
• Approved SES requisition #1 for $3,430.00
• Voted to use a lighter color scheme with Dove Gray and Bone White walls
• Voted to exclude PV panels from the scope of work

Board of Canvassers

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

• Certification of local election results

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

• Certified election results of the local races for Lincoln (unanimous)

Budget Board

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

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

The board approved the previous meeting minutes and reviewed FY23 municipal and education budget statuses. Two resolutions for a special financial town meeting were presented regarding a state property purchase and the creation of a Capital Committee. No votes were taken on the resolutions during this meeting.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Board

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

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

The Board approved the master plan for the McManus Subdivision, adopting the Technical Review Committee's recommendations and conditions. A pre-application review for Edgewood Estates was discussed without a formal motion, and several final plans were noted as approved by the Administrative Officer.

• Approved McManus Subdivision master plan and adopted TRC recommendations (unanimous)
• Tabled draft minutes of October 17 and October 26, 2022 meetings
• Continued discussion on public meeting scheduling and affordable housing fees to next month
• Administrative Officer approved final plans for Maple Realty, Pascale Drive, Jorden, Rado, and Cobble Hill

Water Commission

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

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

The Water Commission approved the drafting of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for engineering services for the Smith St./Saylesville Area Water Main Replacement Project. The commission also authorized the Superintendent to work on the job template for a vacant Office Clerk position. The board entered executive session to discuss department finances.

• Authorized Water Department Superintendent to draft RFP for Engineering Services for Smith St./Saylesville Area Water Main Replacement Project (Unanimous)
• Granted Water Department Superintendent capacity to work on the template for the vacant Office Clerk position
• Voted to enter Executive Session to discuss department finances (Unanimous)
• Voted to seal the minutes of the Executive Session (Unanimous)

Claims Committee

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

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

The Claims Committee voted to recommend that the Town Council deny the Jackson claim. The committee also approved the minutes from the October 18, 2022 meeting.

• Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended Town Council deny Jackson claim (3-0)

Purchasing Committee

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

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

The Purchasing Committee recommended that the Town Council award two bids. These include a contract for the 2023 annual town calendar and a request to waive competitive bidding for a portable generator.

• Approved July 26, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended Town Council award 2023 Annual Town Calendar bid to indiana printing & publishing for $7,923.04 (3-0)
• Recommended Town Council award portable generator for Chase Farm Events bid to northern tool & equipment for $5,177.01 (3-0)

Town Council

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

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

The Town Council adopted resolutions to use American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for water, sewer, and wastewater improvements. The council also approved several business licenses and awarded two purchasing bids. Two insurance claims were denied.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-27 for ARPA funds for Water/Sewer/Wastewater Improvements (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-28 for ARPA funds transfer to Lincoln Water Commission (5-0)
• Awarded 2023 Annual Town Calendar bid to Indiana Printing & Publishing for $7,923.04 (5-0)
• Awarded portable generator bid for Chase Farm Events to Northern Tool & Equipment for $5,177.01 (5-0)
• Denied Choiniere Claim (5-0)
• Denied Jackson Claim (5-0)
• Approved victualling license for Northern Souls Catering LLC (5-0)
• Reappointed Andrew Bruscini to the Parks & Recreation Commission (5-0)

Ordinance Committee

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

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

The committee approved the minutes from October 17, 2022. Members amended and recommended the adoption of Ordinance Amendment 75-7 regarding restraint requirements, citations, and penalties to the town council.

• Approved October 17, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved amendment to Ordinance 75-7 to add 'or working connection with law enforcement activities' (3-0)
• Recommended adoption of Ordinance Amendment 75-7 to the town council (3-0)

Town Council

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

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

The meeting consisted of a discussion regarding the Special Financial Town Meeting scheduled for December 13, 2022. No votes were taken on policy or funding, and no official actions were decided.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Parks & Recreation

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

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

The commission accepted the minutes from the October 12th meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of reports on park maintenance, winterization, and updates on youth sports programming.

• Approved minutes from October 12th meeting

Water Commission

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

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

The Water Commission approved a resolution for $475,000 to fund the School St. connection and Saylesville engineering. The board also accepted monthly financial reports and scheduled a special meeting for November 15th to discuss personnel and investments.

• Approved resolution for $475,000 for School St. project and Saylesville engineering (unanimous)
• Accepted October 2022 Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted October 2022 Balance Sheet (unanimous)
• Approved sending Balance Sheet to Finance Director (unanimous)
• Accepted October 2022 Account Balance Report (unanimous)
• Accepted Direct Payments and Payables (unanimous)
• Approved Regular Monthly Abatements (unanimous)
• Scheduled Special Meeting for November 15th at 2:30 pm

Technical Review Committee

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

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

The Technical Review Committee (TRC) unanimously recommended that the Planning Board approve a master plan to subdivide 2.6 acres at 552 River Road into three residential lots. The recommendation includes support for three waivers regarding curbing, sidewalks, and lot angles.

• Unanimously voted to recommend Planning Board approval of McManus Subdivision master plan
• Unanimously voted to support waiver for granite curbing (Section 23 Article A(4))
• Unanimously voted to support waiver for concrete sidewalks (Section 23 Article A(5))
• Unanimously voted to support waiver for interior lot angle exceeding 200 degrees (Section 22 Article E(3))

PEC

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

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

The Physical Education Center Building Committee approved several project payments and finalized key design elements, including the building's color scheme and roof materials. The committee also selected vendors for commissioning and third-party testing services.

• Approved Ahlborg Construction requisition #2 for $1,625,815.00
• Approved DCC invoice #1 for $52,385.00
• Approved Sustainable Engineering Solutions (SES) commissioning proposal for $54,000
• Approved SES requisition #1 for $3,430.00
• Approved Geisser Engineering for 3rd party testing services
• Approved building colors: Dove Gray (bottom), Bone White (top), and Regal Blue (trim)
• Approved standard galvalume standing seam roof with batt insulation
• Approved early procurement of the pre-engineered metal building package

Zoning Board

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

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

The Board approved a dimensional variance for a two-story addition at 170 Jenckes Hill Rd. A separate application for 13 David Dr was continued to January due to a lack of quorum and the absence of the architect.

• Approved Dimensional Variance of 5.3 ft (NW corner), 1.2 ft (SW corner), and 12.1 ft (front) for 170 Jenckes Hill Rd
• Granted continuance to January 3, 2023, for 13 David Dr application
• Approved October meeting minutes

Planning Board

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

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

The Board approved the preliminary plan for a six-lot subdivision on East Lantern Road with specific waivers and conditions. A one-year extension was granted for the Sherman subdivision, and a public informational meeting was scheduled for the McManus subdivision.

• Approved one-year extension to October 25, 2023, for Sherman Subdivision (AP 19 Lot 155)
• Approved Preliminary Plan for Beauregard Subdivision (AP 44 Lot 180) with five waivers and 12 conditions
• Decided not to move forward with road abandonment or easement for the Beauregard subdivision
• Agreed to accept a fee-in-lieu of building affordable units for the Beauregard project
• Delegated the final plan for the Beauregard subdivision to the Administrative Officer
• Scheduled public informational meeting for McManus Subdivision (AP 21 Lot 70) for November 16, 2022
• Approved September 28, 2022, meeting minutes as corrected

Town Council

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

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

The Town Council adopted a resolution for an LED Streetlight Lease Purchase Agreement after making amendments. The Council also accepted a communication from the Police Chief regarding the sale of a vehicle to a town employee.

• Accepted communication from Police Chief Sullivan to sell a vehicle to a Town employee (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-26 for LED Streetlight Lease Purchase Agreement as amended (5-0)

PEC

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

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

The Lincoln Physical Education Center Building Committee voted to approve Ahlborg Construction requisition #2 for $1,625,815.00 and selected exterior color schemes, roof materials, and building orientation. The committee also accepted a $54,000 commissioning proposal from SES and a third-party testing services proposal from Geisser Engineering. The project budget is $8.3 million with a substantial completion date of June 30, 2023.

• Approved Ahlborg Construction requisition #2 for $1,625,815.00
• Approved SES commissioning proposal for $54,000
• Approved Geisser Engineering third-party testing services based on rate sheet
• Approved DCC invoice #1 for $52,385.00
• Approved SES requisition #1 for $3,430.00
• Selected building orientation: option 2 with building rotated 90 degrees
• Selected exterior colors: Dove Gray bottom panel, Bone White top panel, Regal Blue gutter/roof trim
• Selected roof material: standard galvalume standing seam with batt insulation, Kingspan insulated panel

Technical Review Committee

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

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

The Technical Review Committee (TRC) voted unanimously to recommend that the Planning Board approve a one-year extension for the Sherman Subdivision preliminary plan, extending the approval until October 25, 2023. The TRC also recommended approval of the Beauregard Subdivision preliminary plan with waivers and conditions, including affordable housing compliance. For the McManus Subdivision master plan, the TRC recommended scheduling a public informational meeting. The TRC recommended a negative recommendation on the 13 David Drive dimensional variance and a positive recommendation on the 170 Jenkes Hill Road dimensional variance.

• Unanimously recommended Planning Board approve one-year extension for Sherman Subdivision preliminary plan (until Oct 25, 2023)
• Recommended Planning Board approve Beauregard Subdivision preliminary plan with 5 waivers and 12 conditions
• Recommended Planning Board schedule McManus Subdivision master plan for public informational meeting on Nov 16, 2022
• Recommended negative recommendation to Zoning Board for 13 David Drive dimensional variance (excessive side setback encroachment)
• Recommended positive recommendation to Zoning Board for 170 Jenkes Hill Road dimensional variance (no compliant alternative on corner lot)

Claims Committee

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

• Jackson claim

The Lincoln Claims Committee met on October 18, 2022, and approved the minutes from September 20, 2022. The only substantive item was a claim by Jackson, which was deferred to the next session at the applicant's request. No other decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of September 20, 2022 (3-0)
• Deferred Jackson claim to next session (3-0)

Town Council

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

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

The Lincoln Town Council denied a mobile food establishment license for Sunnyside on the Street without prejudice, approved two special events licenses for Bally's Twin River, and granted a Class F license for the Lincoln Athletic Council. The council also adopted an ordinance establishing a School Department Revolving Fund Capital Improvement Project, appointed several board members, and approved resolutions for a historical marker and a Special Financial Town Meeting.

• Denied the mobile food establishment license application from Anthony Soly of RP Winkelton Inc d/b/a Sunnyside on the Street without prejudice (5-0).
• Approved a special events license for Bally's Twin River Sporting/MMA Event on November 17, 2022 (5-0).
• Approved a special events license for Bally's Twin River Sporting/Boxing event on November 19, 2022 (5-0).
• Granted a Class F license and waived the fee for the Lincoln Athletic Council event at the Lincoln Senior Center on November 12, 2022 (5-0).
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-2 establishing a School Department Revolving Fund Capital Improvement Project (5-0).
• Appointed Jim Allen to the Tenant Board District 3, Francine Denerstein to Tenant Board District 4, Vincent Izzo to the Budget Board District 3, Patricia Gorman to the Library Board of Trustees District 1, and Jennifer Ethier-Nault to the Conservation Commission (all 5-0).
• Adopted Resolution 2022-23 designating a marker for the original location of Pullen's Corner School on Angell Road (5-0).
• Adopted Resolution 2022-24 calling for a Special Financial Town Meeting and Resolution 2022-25 authorizing cancellation of certain taxes for October 2022 (both 5-0).

Ordinance Committee

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

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

The committee voted 3-0 to recommend Town Council approval of Ordinance 2022-2, which establishes a School Department Revolving Fund for capital improvement projects. The ordinance was amended to add wording provided by the town solicitor to sections 7-12 and 7-14 before the recommendation vote.

• Approved minutes of September 19, 2022 (3-0)
• Amended Ordinance 2022-2 sections 7-12 and 7-14 with town solicitor's wording (3-0)
• Recommended Town Council approve Ordinance 2022-2 establishing a School Department Revolving Fund (3-0)

Town Council

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

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

The Town Council voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss pending litigation, then voted to seal those minutes and to have the solicitor act as directed. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for litigation update (5-0)
• Approved motion to seal executive session minutes (5-0)
• Approved motion to have town solicitor act as directed in executive session (5-0)

Planning Board

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

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

The Lincoln Planning Board held a workshop to discuss procedural and policy items, including the two-meeting process, findings of fact, affordable housing fees, bond types, and traffic studies. No votes were taken on any substantive matters; the only action was a motion to adjourn, which was approved unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Canvassers

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

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

Parks & Recreation

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

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

The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Commission approved a mission statement to clarify its role to the public. Members discussed ongoing maintenance issues across seven parks, including graffiti, broken equipment, and drainage problems. The director reported that leaf pickup will wait until all leaves have fallen, and new park signs with updated ordinances may be budgeted for next year.

• Approved mission statement for the commission (motion by Bruscini, seconded by Kelly)
• Accepted minutes from September 14 meeting
• Discussed but did not decide on new park signs with updated rules (possible budget item next year)
• No action taken on graffiti at Lonsdale dugouts and Fairlawn; police identified a suspect on camera
• No action taken on tilted batting cage pole and fencing at Little Fenway (awaiting quote)
• No action taken on water runoff at Saylesville (needs further discussion with school)
• No action taken on missing swings at Manville (two new swings received, ADA swing being considered)
• No action taken on parking congestion at Manville (suggested staggering game times)

Water Commission

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

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

PEC

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

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

Conservation Commission

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

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

The Lincoln Conservation Commission approved several reimbursements and expenditures, including $174 for website and domain fees, $119.99 for Canva, $200 for lawn signs, and $70 for bulbs. They also approved $20 for donuts for volunteers at an upcoming e-waste event and discussed a potential rezoning concern for Lot 460, but took no formal action on it.

• Approved minutes of September 7, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved $20 for donuts for e-waste event volunteers (unanimous)
• Approved reimbursement to Emily for website ($154) and domain ($20) (unanimous)
• Approved reimbursement to Emily for Canva Pro ($119.99) (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 4 lawn signs (~$200) (unanimous)
• Approved reimbursement to Leslie for bulbs ($70) (unanimous)
• Approved reimbursement to Stephanie for bonemeal ($16.22) (unanimous)

General

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

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

The Zoning Board of Review unanimously granted a Special Use Permit for a 360 kW rooftop solar array on an existing commercial building at 13 Blackstone Valley Place. The applicant, Andrew Labell of North Bridge Development LLC, will install the panels on a warehouse roof with no ground equipment. The board found the use met all zoning criteria and would not alter the industrial neighborhood's character.

• Approved Special Use Permit for rooftop solar array at 13 Blackstone Valley Place (5-0)

General

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

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

The Lincoln Planning Board approved a $34,200 bond for granite curbing installation at the Bellows Minor Subdivision on Bradford Drive. The board also continued the Edgewood Estates master plan review for one month and moved the Beauregard Subdivision preliminary plan to a public hearing, contingent on receipt of an owner authorization form by October 6, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $34,200 bond for Bellows Minor Subdivision granite curbing (unanimous)
• Continued Edgewood Estates master plan review for one month (unanimous)
• Moved Beauregard Subdivision preliminary plan to public hearing, conditional on owner authorization form by Oct 6 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 24, 2022 as amended (unanimous)

Town Council

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

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

The council voted 5-0 to grant Daniel Flynn of Butterfly Farms a Special Entertainment Event License for the Fall Family Event on October 9, 15, 16, 22, and 23, 2022 at 679 Great Road. The council also voted 5-0 to enter executive session to discuss the sale of the School Administration Building, and later voted 5-0 to have the town administrator act as directed in that session. A resolution authorizing the use of ARPA funds for a Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant was withdrawn before the meeting and no action was taken.

• Approved a Special Entertainment Event License for Butterfly Farms' Fall Family Event on five dates in October 2022 at 679 Great Road (5-0).
• Approved a motion to adjourn into executive session to discuss the sale of the School Administration Building (7-0).
• Approved a motion to seal the minutes of the executive session (5-0).
• Approved a motion to have the town administrator act as directed in executive session (5-0).
• Resolution 2022-22 on ARPA funds for a Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant was withdrawn before the meeting; no action taken.

Technical Review Committee

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

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

The Technical Review Committee (TRC) reviewed the Beauregard Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan for six single-family lots on East Lantern Road and recommended the Planning Board schedule a public hearing, contingent on approval of an administrative subdivision. The TRC also recommended approval of a bond for the Bellows Minor Subdivision and a special use permit for a roof-mounted solar installation at 13 Blackstone Valley Place. The Edgewood Estates Master Plan application was continued to the next meeting.

• Recommended Planning Board schedule Beauregard Subdivision preliminary plan public hearing (contingent on administrative subdivision approval)
• Recommended approval of $34,200 bond for Bellows Minor Subdivision granite curbing
• Recommended positive recommendation to Zoning Board for North Bridge Development solar special use permit
• Continued Edgewood Estates Master Plan application to next regular meeting

PEC

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

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

The Lincoln Physical Education Center Building Committee voted on several design and procurement decisions, including moving forward with building elevation option B, a lighter color scheme, and standard galvalume standing seam roof. The committee also approved early procurement of the pre-engineered metal building package, accepted a $54,000 commissioning proposal from SES, and approved a $52,385 invoice for project management services.

• Voted to move forward with building elevation option B (2.0.3)
• Voted to proceed with lighter color scheme for building (2.0.4)
• Voted to use standard galvalume standing seam roof with batt insulation (2.0.5)
• Voted to proceed with Kingspan insulated panel with specified profiles and colors (2.0.5)
• Voted to allow Ahlborg Construction to engage in early procurement of pre-engineered metal building package (2.0.3)
• Voted to accept commissioning proposal from SES for $54,000 (2.0.6)
• Voted to accept 3rd party testing services proposal from Geisser Engineering (2.0.6)
• Voted to approve DCC invoice #1 for $52,385 (2.0.7)

Claims Committee

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

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

The committee discussed a claim from Jackson but deferred action, requesting the DPW director and police provide notice of a pothole and pictures from the claimant. No vote was taken on the claim itself. The meeting lasted six minutes.

• Approved minutes of August 16, 2022 (3-0)
• Deferred Jackson claim pending additional information from DPW and police

Town Council

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

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

The Town Council voted 5-0 to adopt two new ordinances: Chapter 95 banning cannabis use in public places and Chapter 232 banning tobacco use in public places. The Council also approved several licenses, including a private detective license for William Muggle IV and special event entertainment licenses for a benefit at the Knights of Columbus and a John Martins Foundation event. Appointments were made to various boards, including Melissa Gabriele and Felix Fernandes to the Tenant Board, and Linda Andrews to the Board of Canvassers.

• Approved private detective license for William Muggle IV (5-0).
• Granted special event entertainment license for Russell Lema's benefit at Knights of Columbus, fee waived (5-0).
• Amended and granted special event entertainment license for John Martins Foundation event at R1 Racing, date changed to September 25, 2022, fee waived (5-0).
• Granted Class F license for Butterfly Farms' Fall Pumpkin Night (5-0).
• Deferred mobile food truck license for Anthony Soly of RP Winkelton Inc (5-0).
• Granted mobile food truck license for Eric Smith of Not Your Average Popcorn (5-0).
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-5 banning cannabis use in public places (5-0).
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-6 banning tobacco use in public places (5-0).

Ordinance Committee

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

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

The Ordinance Committee voted unanimously to recommend that the Town Council adopt a new ordinance (2022-5) regulating cannabis use in public places and a new ordinance (2022-6) regulating tobacco use in public places, with an amendment adding 'parks' to the tobacco ordinance. The committee also deferred a proposed School Department Revolving Fund ordinance (2022-2) without a vote on its merits.

• Approved motion to recommend adoption of Ordinance 2022-5 (Cannabis, Use in Public Places) (3-0)
• Approved motion to recommend adoption of Ordinance 2022-6 (Tobacco, Use in Public Places) (3-0)
• Approved amendment to add 'parks' after 'playgrounds' in tobacco ordinance (3-0)
• Approved amendment to include 'smoking, vaping, electronic cigarettes' in tobacco ordinance (3-0)
• Deferred Ordinance 2022-2 (School Department Revolving Fund) (3-0)
• Approved minutes of August 15, 2022 (3-0)

Town Council

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

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

The Town Council voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss the sale of the School Administration Building and collective bargaining with Laborers Local 1033. After the closed session, the council voted 5-0 to authorize the town administrator and town planner to act as directed and to ratify the contract. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved executive session for school building sale and labor negotiations (5-0)
• Sealed minutes of executive session (5-0)
• Authorized town administrator and planner to act as directed in executive session (5-0)
• Ratified contract from executive session (5-0)

Parks & Recreation

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

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

The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Commission reviewed park conditions and maintenance issues at its September 14, 2022 meeting. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting consisted of reports and discussion of ongoing needs such as woodchips, fencing repairs, and graffiti removal. The commission also noted upcoming fall programs and events at Chase Farm.

• Accepted minutes from August 10 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed woodchip needs at Saylesville and Albion parks
• Noted fencing repairs planned for Saylesville and Fairlawn
• Reviewed fall programs including chess, kickboxing, and lacrosse
• Reported successful August farmers market and large concert turnout at Chase Farm

Water Commission

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

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

The Commission voted unanimously to proceed with design work for replacing a water main on School St. in Albion, in coordination with RIDOT's pavement rehabilitation project. They also approved a lien on a Conduit St. property for an outstanding balance over $10,000 and discussed the need for a written emergency staffing policy after an overnight water break. The consent agenda, superintendent's report, and financial reports were all approved unanimously.

• Approved design work for School St. water main replacement (unanimous)
• Instructed Town Solicitor to place a lien on Conduit St. property (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including July and August meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 13 executive session (unanimous)
• Accepted Superintendent's Report for August 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted Balance Sheet and sent Financial Report to Finance Director (unanimous)
• Accepted Direct Payment and Payables for August 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted Abatements (unanimous)

Board of Canvassers

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

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

PEC

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

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

The Lincoln Physical Education Center Building Committee voted on several design and procurement decisions, including rotating the building 90 degrees, selecting elevation options 1A and 1B, and approving early procurement of the pre-engineered metal building package. The committee also voted on color schemes, roof materials, and accepted proposals for commissioning and third-party testing services. The project budget is $8.3 million, with a substantial completion date of June 30, 2023.

• Voted to move forward with building option 2, rotated 90 degrees, with design development including alternate connecting concourse/bridge
• Voted to proceed with elevations 1A and 1B
• Voted to maintain new PEC elevation at approximate existing grade
• Voted to allow early procurement of pre-engineered metal building package
• Voted to not include PV in scope of work
• Voted to proceed with lighter color scheme for building
• Voted to accept SES commissioning proposal for $54,000
• Voted to accept Geisser Engineering third-party testing services based on rate sheet

Conservation Commission

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

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

The Conservation Commission elected Stephanie Santos as Chair, Emily Argueta as Co-Chair, Jenn Nault as Secretary, and Leslie Alexander as Treasurer. It approved reimbursements for ZAP 50 cleanup supplies ($5.89 and $70.18) and water testing ($128.50), and authorized purchase of a weed-wacker/line attachment ($437.58) and backpack blower ($423.99) using a state grant and expense budget. No wetland applications were decided; the Town opposes application #22-0046 on Twin River Road.

• Elected Stephanie Santos as Chair (4-0-1 abstention)
• Elected Emily Argueta as Co-Chair (5-0-1 abstention)
• Elected Jenn Nault as Secretary (5-0-1 abstention)
• Elected Leslie Alexander as Treasurer (unanimous)
• Approved $5.89 reimbursement to Stephanie for ZAP 50 supplies (unanimous)
• Approved $70.18 reimbursement to Leslie for ZAP 50 cleanup items (unanimous)
• Approved $60.00 payment to Sew Rite for extra t-shirts (unanimous)
• Approved $128.50 reimbursement to Stephanie for water testing (unanimous)

Board of Canvassers

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

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

General

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

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

The Lincoln Zoning Board of Review granted a Special Use Permit for a five-unit residential building at Smithfield Ave and Higginson Ave, with conditions including environmental monitoring and affordable housing. Two dimensional variances were approved: one for a side setback at 1843 Old Louisquisset Pike and one for a front setback at 19 Memorial Ave. The board also elected Stephen Kearns as Secretary, David DeAngelis as Chairman, and Lori Lyle as Vice Chairperson.

• Approved Special Use Permit for 5-unit building at Smithfield Ave & Higginson Ave (all in favor)
• Granted dimensional variance for side setback at 1843 Old Louisquisset Pike (all in favor)
• Granted dimensional variance for front porch setback at 19 Memorial Ave (all in favor)
• Elected Stephen Kearns as Secretary (all in favor)
• Elected David DeAngelis as Chairman (all in favor)
• Elected Lori Lyle as Vice Chairperson (all in favor)

PEC

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

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

The Lincoln Physical Education Center Building Committee voted to move forward with Option 2 for the building, rotated 90 degrees, and selected elevation designs 1A and 1B. The committee also voted to maintain the building elevation at approximate existing grade, allow early procurement of the pre-engineered metal building package, and not include photovoltaic panels in the scope. A lighter color scheme was chosen, with specific wall and roof colors approved.

• Voted to move forward with Option 2, building rotated 90 degrees, with alternate connecting concourse/bridge
• Voted to proceed with elevations 1A and 1B
• Voted to maintain new PEC elevation at approximate existing grade
• Voted to allow early procurement of pre-engineered metal building package
• Voted not to include photovoltaic panels in scope of work
• Voted to proceed with lighter color scheme for building
• Voted to use standard galvalume standing seam roof with batt insulation and reinforced scrim
• Voted to proceed with Kingspan insulated panel, Micro-Rib bottom, Shadowline top, colors: Dove Gray, Bone White, Regal Blue

Planning Board

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

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

Board of Canvassers

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

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

Technical Review Committee

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

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

The Technical Review Committee reviewed three subdivision applications and two zoning variance requests. It recommended that the Edgewood Estates master plan (one lot into seven residential lots) proceed to a public hearing, supported a waiver for concrete curbing at The Fairgrounds, and endorsed a 60-day vesting extension for Pascale Drive. The committee also recommended approval of a side setback variance for Matt Fraioli but could not recommend on the Ryan front porch variance due to unclear plans.

• Recommended Edgewood Estates master plan proceed to public hearing
• Supported waiver for concrete curbing at The Fairgrounds (supply chain issues)
• Endorsed 60-day vesting extension for Pascale Drive
• Recommended approval of side setback variance for Matt Fraioli (19.62 ft requested vs 35 ft required)
• No recommendation on Ryan front porch variance (plans unclear)

Claims Committee

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

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

The Lincoln Claims Committee met on August 16, 2022, and approved the minutes from the July 26, 2022 meeting. The committee voted to recommend approval of a claim by Sandra Morrissey to the Town Council, with Chair Bruce Ogni recusing himself. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved minutes of July 26, 2022 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Sandra Morrissey claim to Town Council (2-0, Ogni recused)

Town Council

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

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

The Lincoln Town Council approved five special event permits, including the Greenway Challenge bike race and a farmers market, all with fee waivers where requested. They also denied two claims, referred new ordinances on cannabis and tobacco use in public places to committee, and deferred several board appointments. The council voted not to purchase surplus state land from RIDOT.

• Approved Greenway Challenge bike race permit with fee waiver, pending police chief approval (5-0)
• Approved Lincoln Parks & Rec farmers market at Chase Farm with fee waiver (5-0)
• Approved Pine Grove Derby permit (5-0)
• Approved American Colonial event permit with fee waiver and outdoor portion ending at 4:30 p.m. (5-0)
• Approved Manville Sportsmans Rod and Gun Club event permit with fee waiver (5-0)
• Denied Mallon and Buco claims, referred to trust (5-0 each)
• Deferred five appointments to Tenant Board, Budget Board, and Library Board (5-0 each)
• Reappointed Kazem Farhoumand and Frank Spezzano Jr. as Zoning Board alternates (5-0)

Ordinance Committee

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

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

The committee deferred action on a proposed ordinance establishing a School Department Revolving Fund Capital Improvement Project and directed the town solicitor to make amendments and additions. The item had been deferred at previous meetings. The committee also approved the minutes from July 25, 2022.

• Approved minutes of July 25, 2022 (3-0)
• Deferred Ordinance 2022-2 (School Department Revolving Fund Capital Improvement Project) and directed town solicitor to amend (3-0)

Town Council

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

The meeting was called to order, the agenda reviewed, and no public comments were made. The council voted unanimously to adjourn with no substantive decisions, approvals, or discussions recorded.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

PEC

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

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

The Lincoln Physical Education Center Building Committee voted to move forward with Option 2 for the building design, which includes rotating the building 90 degrees and keeping the connecting concourse/bridge as an alternate. The committee also selected elevations 1A and 1B, chose a lighter color scheme, and approved the early procurement of the pre-engineered metal building package. The project budget is $8.3 million, with a substantial completion date of June 30, 2023.

• Voted to move forward with Option 2, building rotated 90 degrees (2.0.1)
• Voted to move forward with elevations 1A & 1B (2.0.2)
• Voted to maintain building elevation at existing grade, option B (2.0.3)
• Voted to allow early procurement of pre-engineered metal building package (2.0.3)
• Voted to not include PV (solar panels) in scope of work (2.0.3)
• Voted for lighter color scheme for building (2.0.4)
• Voted for standard galvalume standing seam roof, no paint finish (2.0.5)
• Voted to proceed with Kingspan insulated panel, specific colors (2.0.5)

Parks & Recreation

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

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

The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Commission accepted the June 8 meeting minutes. The meeting was largely informational, with no formal votes on substantive items. Reports covered park maintenance, summer programs, and upcoming events.

• Accepted June 8 meeting minutes (motion by Cutler, second by Kelly)

Water Commission

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

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

The Commission unanimously directed Superintendent Anderson to meet with the Gabriel family about potentially purchasing their Angell Road lot for a water pump station and connecting them to the water system. The board also approved the consent agenda, superintendent's report, financial reports, and monthly abatements. No new business was introduced.

• Directed Superintendent Anderson to meet with the Gabriels regarding lot purchase and water tie-in (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved superintendent's report including water rate study, wellfield abandonment, and chlorine study (unanimous)
• Approved August 2022 balance sheet and expenditure report (unanimous)
• Approved account balance report (unanimous)
• Approved direct payments and payables (unanimous)
• Approved regular monthly abatements (unanimous)

PEC

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

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

The Lincoln Physical Education Center Building Committee voted to move forward with site Option 2 (building rotated 90 degrees) and elevations 1A/1B, maintaining the building elevation near existing grade. They approved early procurement of the pre-engineered metal building package, chose a lighter color scheme, and selected standard galvalume standing seam roof with batt insulation. The committee also voted to exclude solar PV from the project scope.

• Approved site Option 2 with 90-degree rotation (unanimous)
• Approved elevations 1A and 1B (unanimous)
• Voted to maintain building elevation near existing grade (unanimous)
• Approved early procurement of pre-engineered metal building package (unanimous)
• Voted to exclude solar PV from scope (unanimous)
• Selected lighter color scheme for building (unanimous)
• Chose standard galvalume standing seam roof with batt insulation (unanimous)
• Selected Kingspan insulated panels with Micro-Rib bottom and Shadowline top profiles (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

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

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

The Lincoln Conservation Commission approved a flyer for the ZAP 50 cleanup and authorized up to $200 for color copies, $100 for water, $200 for safety cones, and $150 for an ice cream truck for volunteers. They also discussed wetland application #21-0046 on Hunters Road, which involves disturbing 12,092 sq ft of wetlands, and considered writing letters to the Town Council about recycling and community service for dumping offenders.

• Approved flyer for ZAP 50 cleanup (unanimous)
• Approved up to $200 for color copies of flyer (unanimous)
• Approved up to $100 for water for ZAP 50 volunteers (unanimous)
• Approved up to $200 for safety cones for street cleanups (unanimous)
• Approved up to $150 for ice cream truck for ZAP 50 volunteers (unanimous)
• Approved July 6, 2022 minutes with attendance changes (unanimous)

Zoning Board

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

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

The Zoning Board approved a Special Use Permit for a digital message board sign at the Lincoln Shopping Center, 172 Front Street, with conditions including RIDOT approval, sign-off hours, and police access for public announcements. The board also continued a request for a 5-unit residential building on Smithfield Avenue to September pending a soil contamination evaluation.

• Approved Special Use Permit for digital message board sign at 172 Front Street (5-0)
• Granted 81.25 sq/ft signage relief, capping total signage at 145.25 sq/ft
• Condition: sign off between 10pm and 6am unless business open later
• Condition: RIDOT approval required before sign activation
• Condition: Lincoln Police allowed to post public service announcements
• Continued 5-unit residential building application at Smithfield Ave & Higginson Ave to Sept 6 for soil evaluation

PEC

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

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

The Lincoln Physical Education Center Building Committee voted to move forward with Option 2 for the building, rotated 90 degrees, and to maintain the building elevation near existing grade. They also selected a lighter color scheme, a standard galvalume standing seam roof with batt insulation, and Kingspan insulated panels with specific colors. The committee voted to allow early procurement of the pre-engineered metal building package and to exclude solar PV from the scope.

• Voted to move forward with Option 2, building rotated 90 degrees (2.0.1)
• Voted to maintain building elevation near existing grade (2.0.3)
• Voted to allow Ahlborg Construction early procurement of pre-engineered metal building package (2.0.3)
• Voted to exclude PV from scope of work (2.0.3)
• Voted for lighter color scheme (2.0.4)
• Voted for standard galvalume standing seam roof with batt insulation (2.0.5)
• Voted to proceed with Kingspan insulated panel, Micro-Rib bottom, Shadowline top (2.0.5)
• Voted for wall colors: Dove Gray, Bone White, Regal Blue trim (2.0.5)

Planning Board

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

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

The Lincoln Planning Board approved the release of a $30,188 bond for the Sables Road Subdivision Phase 2, approved a preliminary plan for Gem Plumbing, and reclassified and approved preliminary plans for four minor subdivisions (Woodward Road, 1851 Old Louisquisset Pike, 1462 Old Louisquisset Pike, and Bradford Drive). All votes were unanimous among members present. The board also accepted the June 22, 2022 minutes with a spelling correction.

• Released final bond of $30,188 for Sables Road Subdivision Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plan for Gem Plumbing, AP 28 Lot 137 (unanimous)
• Reclassified Woodward Road Subdivision as minor subdivision and approved preliminary plan (unanimous)
• Reclassified 1851 Old Louisquisset Pike Subdivision as minor subdivision and approved preliminary plan with waivers for curbing/sidewalks (unanimous)
• Reclassified 1462 Old Louisquisset Pike Subdivision as minor subdivision and approved preliminary plan with conditions (unanimous)
• Reclassified Bradford Drive Subdivision as minor subdivision and approved preliminary plan (unanimous)
• Accepted June 22, 2022 meeting minutes with spelling correction (unanimous)

Claims Committee

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

• Dennis J Medeiros Pothole Claim

The Claims Committee approved the minutes from June 21, 2022, and recommended the Town Council approve a $454.82 pothole damage claim from Dennis J. Medeiros. The claim had been deferred in previous meetings. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned at 6:39 p.m.

• Approved June 21, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended Town Council approve $454.82 pothole claim to Dennis J. Medeiros (3-0)

Purchasing Committee

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

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

The Purchasing Committee approved minutes from June 21, 2022, and recommended the Town Council award four bids: Manville Park field maintenance to r.a.d. sports for $38,940, a police detective vehicle to Colonial Municipal Group for $32,233.65, a sole-source software application to Lefta Systems for $5,795, and ARPA-funded highway trucks to Colonial Municipal Group for $233,461.30. All recommendations passed unanimously (3-0). No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m.

• Approved minutes of June 21, 2022 (3-0)
• Recommended award of Manville Park field maintenance bid to r.a.d. sports for $38,940 (3-0)
• Recommended award of police detective vehicle bid to Colonial Municipal Group for $32,233.65 (3-0)
• Recommended award of sole-source software application bid to Lefta Systems for $5,795 (3-0)
• Recommended award of ARPA-funded highway trucks bid to Colonial Municipal Group for $233,461.30 (3-0)

Town Council

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

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

The Lincoln Town Council approved multiple licenses, including a fair license for BeWitched & BeDazzled, special event licenses for a road race, bike event, and reenactment, and several liquor licenses. The council also adopted an intellectual disabilities ordinance, awarded bids for park maintenance, a police vehicle, software, and highway trucks, and approved a resolution for police mutual aid.

• Granted fair license to Friends of Hearthside for BeWitched & BeDazzled Fall Festival (5-0)
• Granted special event license for McColl YMCA road race date change to Oct 1 (5-0)
• Granted special event license for Bike to the Beach for Autism (5-0)
• Granted special event license for Revolutionary War Reenactment (5-0)
• Granted Class F liquor licenses to R1 Indoor Karting, St. Ambrose, Unicorn Ink, St. Basil (5-0 each)
• Granted holiday licenses to Marshalls, Homegoods, Five Below (5-0 each)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-4 (Intellectual Disabilities) (5-0)
• Awarded Manville Park field maintenance bid to r.a.d. sports for $38,940 (5-0)

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee voted to recommend the Town Council approve Ordinance 2022-4, the Intellectual Disabilities Ordinance, and deferred Ordinance 2022-2, the School Department Revolving Fund Capital Improvement Project, to correct language based on discussion. The committee also approved the minutes from June 20, 2022.

• Approved minutes of June 20, 2022 (3-0)
• Deferred Ordinance 2022-2 (School Department Revolving Fund) to correct language (3-0)
• Recommended Town Council approve Ordinance 2022-4 (Intellectual Disabilities) (3-0)

Town Council

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

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

The Lincoln Town Council ratified a collective bargaining contract with the International Brotherhood of Police Officers, Local #435, by a 4-1 vote, with Councilor Bruce Ogni dissenting. The council also voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss the contract and to seal the session's minutes. A motion to have the town administrator act as discussed in executive session was withdrawn. A presentation from the Cumberland Town Planner regarding Peterson Puritan/No Name Island was pulled indefinitely.

• Ratified police union contract with IBPO Local #435 (4-1)
• Adjourned into executive session to discuss collective bargaining (5-0)
• Sealed executive session minutes (5-0)
• Withdrew motion to have town administrator act as discussed in executive session
• Pulled presentation on Peterson Puritan/No Name Island indefinitely

Board of Canvassers

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

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

The Lincoln Board of Canvassers unanimously approved St. Ambrose Church as the new polling place for precinct 1702, and also approved all polling locations for the September 13 primary and November 8 general elections. The board discussed that there is no local election for the primary and certified nomination papers, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved St. Ambrose Church as new polling place for precinct 1702 (unanimous)
• Approved all polling locations for September 13, 2022 Primary Election (unanimous)
• Approved all polling locations for November 8, 2022 General Election (unanimous)

Technical Review Committee

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

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

PEC

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

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

The Lincoln Physical Education Center Building Committee voted to move forward with Option 2 for the building design, which includes a 90-degree rotation and an alternate connecting concourse/bridge. They also approved elevations 1A and 1B, chose a lighter color scheme, and decided not to include solar PV in the project scope. The committee allowed early procurement of the pre-engineered metal building package and maintained the building elevation near existing grade.

• Approved moving forward with Option 2 design (building rotated 90 degrees) with concourse/bridge as alternate
• Approved elevations 1A and 1B for the building exterior
• Voted to maintain building elevation near existing grade (Option B)
• Voted to allow Ahlborg Construction to engage in early procurement of pre-engineered metal building package
• Voted to exclude solar PV from project scope
• Voted to proceed with lighter color scheme for the building

Water Commission

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

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

The Lincoln Water Commission held a routine meeting, approving the consent agenda, the Superintendent's report, financial reports, and direct payments. No substantive policy decisions were made; the commission discussed hydrant painting priorities, a water rate study, and other operational items. The meeting adjourned to executive session to discuss Anchor Auto, with a motion to seal the minutes and direct the solicitor on matters discussed.

• Approved consent agenda (all in favor)
• Approved Superintendent's Report of Daily Activity (all in favor)
• Approved Balance Sheet – Expenditure and Revenue Report (all in favor)
• Approved Account Balance Report (all in favor)
• Approved Direct Payments and Payables (all in favor)
• Adjourned to executive session per RIGL 42-46-5(a)(2) (roll call, all yes)
• Sealed executive session minutes per RIGL 42-46-7(c) (all in favor)
• Directed solicitor to act on executive session matters (all in favor)

General

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

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

The Lincoln Zoning Board of Review granted a dimensional variance to David Sisson, LLC for a second-floor addition over a garage at 3 Andrews Dr., allowing rear setback relief. The board also approved two special use permits for rooftop solar arrays at 40 Industrial Circle and 55 Conduit St. A special use permit for a message board sign at 172 Front Street was continued to August 2nd pending additional information.

• Granted dimensional variance for second-floor addition at 3 Andrews Dr. (5-0)
• Granted special use permit for 200 kW rooftop solar array at 40 Industrial Circle (5-0)
• Granted special use permit for 200 kW rooftop solar array at 55 Conduit St (5-0)
• Continued special use permit for message board sign at 172 Front Street to August 2nd

Zoning Board

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

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

The Zoning Board of Review granted a dimensional variance to David Sisson, LLC for a second-floor addition over a garage at 3 Andrews Dr., Lincoln, RI, allowing rear setback relief. The board also approved two special use permits for rooftop solar arrays at 40 Industrial Circle and 55 Conduit St. A special use permit application for a message board sign at 172 Front St. was continued to August 2nd.

• Granted dimensional variance for second-floor addition at 3 Andrews Dr. (5-0)
• Granted special use permit for 200 kW rooftop solar at 40 Industrial Circle (5-0)
• Granted special use permit for 200 kW rooftop solar at 55 Conduit St. (5-0)
• Continued special use permit for message board sign at 172 Front St. to August 2nd

Conservation Commission

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

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

The Lincoln Conservation Commission met on July 6, 2022, and approved the June 1 minutes. No wetland applications or public comments were received. Members discussed ongoing projects including the Butterfly Garden, Shady Brook plantings, and historical cemetery maintenance, but no substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved June 1, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous, Jennifer abstained)
• Motion to purchase weed wacker failed (no second)
• Discussed ZAP Project cleanup scheduled for August 27th
• Noted SHAB approval of Breakneck Hollow Project with stipulations; town planning appeal
• Ordered 800 flowering bulbs using previously approved $500

PEC

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

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

The Lincoln Physical Education Center Building Committee voted to move forward with Option 2 for the proposed PEC building, which includes rotating the building 90 degrees and keeping the connecting concourse/bridge as an alternate. The committee also selected elevations 1A and 1B, voted to maintain the building elevation near existing grade, approved early procurement of the pre-engineered metal building package, and decided not to include solar PV in the project scope. The project budget is $8.3 million, with substantial completion targeted for June 30, 2023.

• Voted to move forward with Option 2, rotating the building 90 degrees (1.9.1)
• Voted to move forward with elevations 1A and 1B (1.9.2)
• Voted to maintain building elevation near existing grade (1.9.3)
• Voted to allow Ahlborg Construction to engage in early procurement of pre-engineered metal building package (1.9.3)
• Voted to not include PV in the scope of work (1.9.3)
• Approved submission to DEM (17.3)

Planning Board

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

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

The Lincoln Planning Board approved moving forward with Phase 2 foundations for the Whipple Cullen Farm development, contingent on completing paving to George Washington Highway this week. The board also approved a final plan modification for TD Bank, recommended denial of a special use permit for an electronic sign, and voted to appeal a SHAB decision.

• Approved Phase 2 foundations for Whipple Cullen Farm, contingent on paving to George Washington Highway this week (unanimous)
• Approved TD Bank final plan modification, contingent on Town Engineer review of drainage calculations (unanimous)
• Recommended denial of special use permit for electronic sign at 172 Front Street (unanimous)
• Authorized appeal of SHAB decision (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amendments to 200-7 and 260-9 for consistency with Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)

Board of Canvassers

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

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

The Board unanimously approved the new redistricting map for Lincoln's voting precincts and council districts. The meeting also included discussion of the 2022 elections, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Approved new redistricting map (unanimous)

Claims Committee

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

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

The Claims Committee approved the minutes from May 17, 2022, and discussed a pothole claim by Dennis J Medeiros. The claim was deferred to July at the applicant's request. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved minutes of May 17, 2022 (3-0)
• Deferred Dennis J Medeiros pothole claim to July per applicant's request (3-0)

Purchasing Committee

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

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

The Lincoln Purchasing Committee met on June 21, 2022, and approved several recommendations. They recommended approval of a bid waiver for two Dell computers ($10,243.51) and for police vehicle MDTs ($63,242.96). They also recommended awarding the catch basin inspection bid to Beta Group ($48,700 with a $28,800 second-year option). Motions to recommend awards for real estate broker services and a police vehicle purchase failed due to lack of a second.

• Approved minutes of May 17, 2022 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $10,243.51 for two Dell computers (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $63,242.96 for police vehicle MDTs (3-0)
• Recommended award of catch basin inspection bid to Beta Group for $48,700 (2-0, Pichette recused)
• Motion to recommend real estate broker award to Cushman & Wakefield/Hayes & Sherry failed (0-0, no second)
• Motion to recommend police vehicle purchase from Central Chrysler Jeep-Dodge for $53,517 failed (0-0, no second)

Town Council

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

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

The Lincoln Town Council voted 5-0 to place a referendum question on the November 2022 ballot asking voters whether new cannabis-related licenses should be issued in town. The council also directed the town solicitor to draft ordinances banning the smoking or vaporizing of cannabis in public places. In other business, the council authorized the Lincoln Water Commission to proceed with a settlement agreement with Anchor Auto Group (4-1), denied a claim from Jose Alonzo, and approved several purchases including police vehicle computers and a police vehicle.

• Placed cannabis referendum question on November 2022 ballot (5-0)
• Directed town solicitor to draft ordinance banning public cannabis smoking/vaping (5-0)
• Authorized Lincoln Water Commission to proceed with Anchor Auto settlement (4-1)
• Denied Jose Alonzo claim, referred to trust (5-0)
• Approved purchase of two Dell computers for $10,243.51 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of police vehicle MDTs for $63,242.96 (5-0)
• Awarded catch basin inspection bid to Beta Group for $48,700 (4-0, Pichette recused)
• Approved police vehicle purchase from Central Chrysler Jeep-Dodge for $53,517 (5-0)

Ordinance Committee

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

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

The Lincoln Ordinance Committee voted 3-0 to recommend the Town Council deny Ordinance 2022-3, which would amend Section 5-27 regarding the Juvenile Hearing Board. The committee also deferred Ordinance 2022-4 (Intellectual Disabilities Ordinance) to July pending a Planning Board recommendation, and approved the minutes from May 16, 2022. No action was taken on Ordinance 2022-2 (School Department Revolving Fund) due to a failed motion.

• Approved minutes of May 16, 2022 (3-0)
• Recommended Town Council deny Ordinance 2022-3, Juvenile Hearing Board amendment (3-0)
• Deferred Ordinance 2022-4, Intellectual Disabilities Ordinance, to July (3-0)
• Motion to discuss Ordinance 2022-2 failed (0-0)

Town Council

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

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

The Town Council voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss several legal matters, including the Women's Development Corp v. Town of Lincoln appeal, potential litigation related to the Lincoln High School renovation project, and a dispute between the Lincoln Water Commission and Anchor Auto Group. They also voted to seal the executive session minutes and to have the town solicitor and town administrator act as directed. The council suspended the executive session on the Water Commission matter until the next night. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (5-0)
• Approved motion to seal executive session minutes (5-0)
• Approved motion for town solicitor to act as directed on Women's Development Corp case (5-0)
• Approved motion for town administrator to act as directed on Lincoln High School renovation litigation (5-0)
• Approved motion to suspend executive session on Water Commission vs. Anchor Auto Group until next night (5-0)

PEC

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

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

The Lincoln Physical Education Center Building Committee voted to move forward with Option 2 for the proposed PEC building, which includes a future connecting bridge, and to rotate the building 90 degrees. They also selected elevations 1A and 1B for the exterior design. The committee discussed budget, schedule, and site issues, including the throwing field, which remains the Town of Lincoln's responsibility.

• Approved moving forward with Option 2 for the PEC building, rotated 90 degrees, with the connecting concourse/bridge as an alternate (1.9.1)
• Approved moving forward with elevations 1A and 1B for the exterior design (1.9.2)
• Decided to use a clear span building with no center support columns to lower project cost
• Determined that the throwing field permanent/temporary solution is the Town of Lincoln's responsibility, not the building committee's
• Agreed that parking should not be resolved by this project as ample spaces exist
• Selected option 1B for elevations with entry design from 1A (17.3)
• Approved submission to DEM (17.3)
• Decided to keep bridge and connector as alternates, budgeted at SD phase

Technical Review Committee

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

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

PEC

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

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

The Lincoln Physical Education Center Building Committee voted to move forward with Option 2 for the proposed PEC building, which includes a future connecting bridge, and to rotate the building 90 degrees. They also selected elevations 1A and 1B for the exterior. The project budget remains $8.3 million, and the committee discussed fundraising and design details.

• Approved moving forward with Option 2 for the PEC building, rotated 90 degrees (vote not recorded)
• Approved elevations 1A and 1B for the building exterior (vote not recorded)
• Decided to keep bridge/concourse as alternates to be budgeted during schematic design
• Determined throwing field responsibility belongs to Town of Lincoln, not the building committee
• Agreed parking issues will not be resolved by this project
• Decided to use clear span building with no center support columns

Parks & Recreation

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

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

The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Commission accepted the May 11 minutes and discussed operational updates, including a potential delay at Manville Park and summer program details. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Accepted May 11 meeting minutes (motion by Bruscini, seconded by Cutler)
• Cancelled July monthly meeting, resuming in August (motion by Bruscini, seconded by Cutler)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:00 p.m. (motion by Gaughan, seconded by Bruscini)

Water Commission

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

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

The Lincoln Water Commission approved a relief request for a resident at 31 Sprague Avenue, recalculating the bill based on average past consumption and billing the excess at the first-tier rate with a payment plan. The commission also approved the finalized FY23 budget, accepted the superintendent's report, and moved to executive session to discuss Anchor Auto.

• Approved relief request for 31 Sprague Avenue: recalculate bill based on average past consumption, bill excess at first-tier rate, payment plan (all in favor)
• Approved finalized FY23 budget (all in favor)
• Accepted Superintendent's Report of Daily Activity for June 2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted Balance Sheet, Expenditure and Revenue Report for June 2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted Financial Report to Town Finance Director for June 2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted Account Balance Report for June 2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted Direct Payments and Payables for June 2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted Regular Monthly Abatements for June 2022 (all in favor)

Zoning Board

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

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

The Lincoln Zoning Board of Review approved three dimensional variances for lot coverage to allow swimming pool installations at 5 Holiday Court, 6 Bridle Dr., and 14 David Dr. A special use permit application from BNB Enterprises was withdrawn due to fire code issues. The board also approved the May minutes.

• Approved withdrawal of BNB Enterprises special use permit application (unanimous)
• Approved 3.6% lot coverage variance for above-ground pool at 5 Holiday Court (5-0)
• Approved 1.68% lot coverage variance for in-ground pool at 6 Bridle Dr. (5-0)
• Approved 2.9% lot coverage variance for in-ground pool at 14 David Dr. (5-0)

Water Commission

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

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

The Lincoln, RI Water Commission held an executive meeting on May 31, 2022, but no minutes were filed and no substantive decisions were recorded. The record indicates the meeting was procedural only, with no actions taken or outcomes reported.

PEC

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

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

The Lincoln Physical Education Center Building Committee voted to move forward with Option 2 for the proposed PEC building, which includes a future connecting bridge, and to rotate the building 90 degrees. The design will include the connecting concourse/bridge as an alternate. The committee also discussed fundraising, scheduling, and site issues, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Approved moving forward with Option 2 for the PEC building, rotated 90 degrees (motion to conclude meeting, no tally recorded)
• Decided to include connecting concourse/bridge as an alternate in design development
• Determined throwing field solution is responsibility of Town of Lincoln, not building committee
• Agreed parking is not an issue for this project to resolve
• Decided to proceed with clear span building with no center support columns

Planning Board

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

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

The Lincoln Planning Board approved the preliminary plan for the Fairgrounds Subdivision by We Dig Investments, LLC, with conditions from the Technical Review Committee and two waivers. The board also approved a master plan for a residential multi-family development on Smithfield Avenue, a preliminary plan modification for 27 Wellington Rd, and set a bond of $38,700 for the Fairgrounds project.

• Approved Fairgrounds Subdivision preliminary plan with TRC conditions and 2 waivers (unanimous)
• Delegated final plan approval for Fairgrounds to Administrative Officer (unanimous)
• Set bond at $38,700 for Fairgrounds Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved master plan for Jorica Development multi-family project on Smithfield & Higginson Aves (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plan modification for 27 Wellington Rd expansion (unanimous)
• Accepted April 27, 2022 minutes as corrected (unanimous)
• Reconsidered and accepted Consent Agenda recommendation for BNB Enterprises (unanimous)

PEC

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

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

The Lincoln Physical Education Center Building Committee voted to move forward with Option 2 for the proposed PEC building, which includes a future connecting bridge, and to rotate the building 90 degrees. Design development will include an alternate for the connecting concourse/bridge. The project budget is $8.3 million, and fundraising efforts are ongoing, with a subcommittee to be organized.

• Approved moving forward with Option 2 for the PEC building, rotated 90 degrees (vote not recorded)
• Decided to include an alternate for the connecting concourse/bridge in design development
• Determined that the throwing field solution is the responsibility of the Town of Lincoln, not the building committee
• Agreed that parking is not an issue for this project to resolve
• Decided to proceed with a clear span building with no center support columns
• Encouraged organizing a fundraising subcommittee and bringing on a consultant

Technical Review Committee

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

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

The Technical Review Committee reviewed agenda items for the May 25 Planning Board meeting, including the Fairgrounds Major Subdivision preliminary plan, a multi-family development master plan, and a preliminary plan modification. The Committee recommended approval of the Fairgrounds subdivision with conditions, including permits, buffer installation, and affordable housing fee. It also recommended approval of three dimensional variances for swimming pools and offered no recommendation on a special use permit for a performance space.

• Recommended approval of Fairgrounds Subdivision preliminary plan with conditions (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of dimensional variance for Terry Lavoie, 5 Holiday Court (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of dimensional variance for John Santoro, 6 Bridle Dr. (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of dimensional variance for Edward R. D’Agostino, 14 David Dr. (unanimous)
• Offered no recommendation on special use permit for BNB Enterprises, 25A Carrington St. (unanimous)

Town Council

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

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

The Town Council voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss potential litigation involving Anchor Auto Group, and later voted to seal the minutes of that session. No votes were taken in executive session, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive public decisions.

• Entered executive session for potential litigation, Anchor Auto Group (4-0)
• Sealed executive session minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Claims Committee

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

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

The Lincoln Claims Committee voted 3-0 to recommend the Town Council deny pothole claims by Sawath Inthavong and Dennis J Medeiros, and approve a $355 award for Cunningham's pothole claim. The committee also approved the April 19, 2022 minutes and adjourned.

• Approved minutes of April 19, 2022 (3-0)
• Recommended denying Sawath Inthavong's pothole claim (3-0)
• Recommended denying Dennis J Medeiros's pothole claim (3-0)
• Recommended approving Cunningham's pothole claim and awarding $355 (3-0)

Purchasing Committee

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

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

The Purchasing Committee approved the minutes from April 19, 2022, and discussed the Barney Pond Dam leak repair bid. They voted to recommend that the Town Council approve awarding the contract to Sumco Eco Contracting LLC for $139,853. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved minutes of April 19, 2022 (3-0)
• Recommended Town Council approve $139,853 bid to Sumco Eco Contracting LLC for Barney Pond Dam leak repair (3-0)

Town Council

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

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

The Lincoln Town Council denied a request to transfer a Class A liquor license from 10 Higginson Avenue to 622 George Washington Highway, Unit 30a, following a public hearing with opposition. The council also approved a victualling license for Sanctuary Social Club with conditions, tabled a mobile food establishment application for Big Dog Eats, and approved several other licenses and appointments.

• Denied OJohn, LLC liquor license transfer (5-0)
• Approved Sanctuary Social Club victualling license with conditions (5-0)
• Tabled Totten Foods LLC d/b/a Big Dog Eats mobile food application (5-0)
• Approved Dinolicious LLC mobile food establishment license (5-0)
• Granted Unicorn Ink Fair special event license for Aug 20, 2022, fee waived (5-0)
• Granted RiMaConn Relay Race special event license, fee waived (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, and reports (5-0)
• Awarded Barney Pond Dam leak repair bid to Sumco Eco Contracting LLC for $139,853 (5-0)

Ordinance Committee

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

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

The Lincoln Ordinance Committee met on May 16, 2022, and approved the minutes from February 14, 2022. The committee discussed Ordinance 2022-2, which would establish a School Department Revolving Fund Capital Improvement Project, and voted to defer it in committee, instructing the town solicitor to amend it based on the discussion. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved minutes of February 14, 2022 (2-0)
• Deferred Ordinance 2022-2 (School Department Revolving Fund) and instructed town solicitor to amend (3-0)

Town Council

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

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

The Lincoln Town Council met on May 16, 2022, but took no substantive votes. The agenda included a presentation from Preserve RI about the Valentine Whitman House and a review of the next day's agenda, including a resolution on the Hazard Mitigation Update. The only action was a motion to adjourn, which passed 5-0.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Parks & Recreation

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

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

The Parks and Recreation Commission accepted the April minutes and heard that fencing bids came in over budget, with plans to consult the town engineer. The commission discussed park conditions, maintenance, and upcoming summer programs, but made no formal decisions beyond accepting minutes and adjourning.

• Accepted April 13 meeting minutes (motion by Kelly, second by Cutler)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:43 p.m. (motion by Cutler, second by Kelly)

General

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

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

The Lincoln Water Commission reviewed its annual investment performance, which was down 8.2% this year, and discussed minor adjustments to mitigate inflation risks. The commission approved the consent agenda, monthly financial reports, and the superintendent's report. It also authorized continued negotiations for a lease with Smartlink/AT&T Wireless for antenna equipment on the Manville tank, and approved payment for hydrant painting. No public comment was made.

• Approved consent agenda (all in favor)
• Accepted Superintendent's Report of Daily Activity for April 2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted Balance Sheet, Expenditure and Revenue Report for April 2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted Financial Report to Town Finance Director for April 2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted Account Balance Report for April 2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted Direct Payments and Payables for April 2022 (all in favor)
• Approved motion to continue lease negotiations with Smartlink/AT&T Wireless (all in favor)
• Approved payment to Jason Nassaney for hydrant painting (all in favor)

Budget Board

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

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

The Lincoln Budget Board certified the budget as presented at the Financial Town Meeting (FTM), following a motion by Michael Babbitt and a second by Nicholas Rodrigues. The board also approved the minutes from the May 5, 2022 meeting and welcomed new member Sandra Ackerman. No public comment was received, and the meeting adjourned at 8:30 pm.

• Certified the budget as presented at the FTM (motion by Babbitt, second by Rodrigues)
• Approved minutes of the 5/5/2022 meeting (motion by Turner, second by O'Connell, unanimous)

Town Council

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

• Recommendation from Lincoln High School Renovation Committee

The Town Council voted 5-0 to direct the Town Administrator to enter into a contract with Ahlborg & RGB as the design-build team for the Lincoln High School Physical Education Center project. The contract is subject to review by the Town's legal consultants. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved motion to direct Town Administrator to contract with Ahlborg & RGB for Lincoln High School PE Center design-build (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Canvassers

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

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

The Lincoln Board of Canvassers unanimously approved two polling places: Lincoln High School (out of district) and William M. Davies, Jr. Career and Technical High School (new). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after a brief discussion of the 2022 elections.

• Approved Lincoln High School as out-of-district polling place (unanimous)
• Approved William M. Davies, Jr. Career and Technical High School as new polling place (unanimous)

Budget Board

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

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

The Lincoln Budget Board reviewed FY22 and FY23 budgets, with no action taken on either. The board approved an adjustment reducing the municipal resolution for Lime Acres improvements by $100,000 because the matching grant fell through. Minutes from April 7 and April 21 were approved unanimously.

• Approved April 7, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 21, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjusted Lime Acres improvement funding down by $100,000 due to failed matching grant

PEC

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

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

The Lincoln Physical Education Center Building Committee voted to use the Design/Build delivery method for the renovation project and reviewed the sole RFP response from Ahlborg Construction. The committee recommended submitting the Ahlborg/RGB team to the Town Council for approval, with an interview held on May 4, 2022. The project budget is $8.3 million, and the next meeting is scheduled for May 19, 2022.

• Voted for Design/Build delivery method
• Reviewed RFP and set bid due date for 4/26
• Received one bid from Ahlborg Construction
• Recommended Ahlborg/RGB team to council meeting on 5/7
• Requested letter that David DeQuattro not be involved
• Scheduled next meeting for 5/19 to discuss building orientation

Conservation Commission

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

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

The Lincoln Conservation Commission approved several expenditures, including up to $125 for an ice cream truck and water for the Walker St cleanup, $200 for a memorial tree, and $100 for flowering bulbs. They also discussed various projects and correspondence, but no major regulatory decisions were made.

• Approved up to $125 for ice cream truck and water for Walker St cleanup (unanimous)
• Approved $12 reimbursement for donuts donated to E-Waste event workers (unanimous)
• Approved up to $200 for a memorial tree in Butterfly Garden (unanimous)
• Approved $100 for flowering bulbs for Breakneck Hill Rd stonewalls (unanimous)

Zoning Board

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

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

The Lincoln Zoning Board of Review approved a Special Use Permit for Terrapin Properties to convert a church at 1568 Lonsdale Avenue into a four-unit residential building, with a condition that the landscape plan be followed as submitted. The board also granted a dimensional variance to Paul and Ryan Chalmers for an addition at 7 Loring Drive, with conditions that the deck not be built and the TRC report be included. Both approvals were unanimous.

• Approved Special Use Permit for Terrapin Properties to convert church to 4-unit residential at 1568 Lonsdale Ave (5-0)
• Approved dimensional variance for Chalmers addition at 7 Loring Dr (5-0)
• Condition on Terrapin permit: landscape plan must be followed as submitted
• Condition on Chalmers variance: deck shown on plan will not be built
• Condition on Chalmers variance: TRC report to be included in decision

Zoning Board

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

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

The Zoning Board of Review voted 5-0 to affirm the Planning Board's March 3, 2022 decision approving a minor subdivision at 214 River Road, owned by Seaview Realty LLC and Stephen Long. The appeal by Trudy Chartier, a neighbor, raised concerns about notification, wetlands, parking, and noise, but the Board found no prejudicial error in the Planning Board's process. The decision allows the subdivision of one lot into four lots.

• Affirmed Planning Board's approval of minor subdivision at 214 River Road (5-0)
• Denied appeal by Trudy Chartier regarding notification and other concerns

PEC

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

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

The Lincoln Physical Education Center Building Committee voted to use the Design/Build construction delivery method for the renovation project. The committee also reviewed the sole RFP response from Ahlborg Construction and scheduled an interview for May 4, 2022. The project budget is $8.3 million, and the substantial completion date is set for June 30, 2023.

• Voted for Design/Build delivery method
• Scheduled interview with sole bidder Ahlborg Construction for 5/4/22 at 6:30pm
• Set contract award date on or before 5/17/22
• Decided not to include liquidated damages in the RFP
• Decided not to develop a separate selection committee
• Scheduled site visit for 3/11/22

Planning Board

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

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

The Lincoln Planning Board held public hearings and advanced three development projects. The Wellington Road preliminary plan was continued to a future meeting pending stormwater and soil reports. The Jorica Development master plan was moved to a public hearing, and the Fairgrounds Subdivision preliminary plan was also moved to a public hearing. No final approvals were granted.

• Continued Wellington Road Development preliminary plan review pending stormwater and soil reports
• Moved Jorica Development master plan to public hearing (unanimous)
• Moved Fairgrounds Subdivision preliminary plan to public hearing (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted Secretary's Report (unanimous)

Budget Board

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

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

Technical Review Committee

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

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

The Technical Review Committee met to review agenda items for the April 27 Planning Board meeting. They recommended approval of a Special Use Permit for a church-to-residential conversion at 1568 Lonsdale Avenue and a Dimensional Variance for an addition at 7 Loring Drive. For the three major projects (Wellington Road storage addition, Jorica townhouses, and Fairgrounds subdivision), the TRC provided technical comments and noted outstanding items, including stormwater plans and affordable housing requirements, but made no final decisions.

• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit for church conversion at 1568 Lonsdale Ave
• Recommended approval of Dimensional Variance for addition at 7 Loring Drive
• Reviewed Wellington Road storage addition; stormwater plan outstanding
• Reviewed Jorica townhouse project; affordable housing requirement not addressed
• Reviewed Fairgrounds subdivision; waivers and affordable housing details needed

Town Council

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

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

The Lincoln Claims Committee met on April 19, 2022, and approved the previous meeting's minutes. The committee recommended the Town Council approve $50 payments for mailbox claims by Paul and Eileen Caccia and Chioma Nwankwo, and deny a pothole claim by Lisa Barakat. A pothole claim by Sawath Inthavong was deferred to the next month.

• Approved December 21, 2021 minutes (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $50 for Paul and Eileen Caccia mailbox claim (3-0)
• Deferred Sawath Inthavong pothole claim to next month (3-0)
• Recommended denial of Lisa Barakat pothole claim (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $50 for Chioma Nwankwo mailbox claim (3-0)

Town Council

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

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

Town Council

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

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

Town Council

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

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

The Lincoln Town Council met on April 18, 2022, and heard a presentation from independent auditors on the audited financial statements. The Council then voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss pending litigation and potential ARPA-related litigation, sealed the executive session minutes, and authorized the Town Solicitor and Town Administrator to act as directed in the session. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after public comment.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for litigation discussion (5-0)
• Approved motion to seal executive session minutes (5-0)
• Approved motion to have Town Solicitor and Town Administrator act as directed in executive session (5-0)

Parks & Recreation

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

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

Water Commission

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

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

The Lincoln Water Commission voted to solicit a proposal and draft contract from Smartlink/AT&T Wireless for antenna and communications equipment at the Manville Tank site, with the option to enter an agreement. The commission also accepted the superintendent's March 2022 report, financial reports, and other routine items. No public comment was made, and no abatements were reported.

• Approved motion to solicit proposal and draft contract from Smartlink/AT&T for Manville Tank antenna equipment (all in favor)
• Accepted Superintendent's Report of Daily Activity for March 2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted Executive Session Minutes of March 9, 2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted Balance Sheet, Expenditure and Revenue Report for March 2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted Financial Report to Town Finance Director for March 2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted Account Balance Report for March 2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted Direct Payments and Payables for March 2022 (all in favor)
• Approved consent agenda (all in favor)

Budget Board

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

• FY23 Municipal Budget discussion
• FY23 Education Budget discussion

The Lincoln Budget Board met on April 7, 2022, and approved minutes from three prior meetings (March 31, April 4, and April 5) unanimously. The board discussed the budget message and resolutions, which remain unfinished and will be completed by the next meeting, with members Nick Rodrigues and Mike O'Connell working on the message and awaiting information from the Town Administrator. No public comment was received, and the meeting adjourned at 8:00 pm.

• Approved minutes of March 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 4, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 5, 2022 (unanimous)
• Deferred completion of budget message and resolutions to next meeting

PEC

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

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

The Lincoln Physical Education Center Building Committee voted to use the Design-Build delivery method for the renovation project. The committee reviewed and approved the RFP for design-build services and set a schedule for bid submissions and interviews. The project budget is $8.3 million, and fundraising was discussed as a potential addition.

• Voted for Design/Build delivery method
• Approved RFP for Design/Build services
• Set bid due date for 4/26 and interviews for 5/4
• Decided not to include liquidated damages in RFP
• Scheduled contract award on or before 5/17/22
• Decided not to develop a separate selection committee

Conservation Commission

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

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

The Lincoln Conservation Commission approved several expenditures for community cleanups and garden projects, including funds for ice cream for volunteers, mulch, flags, and equipment. They also discussed upcoming events and grants, but no major policy decisions were made.

• Approved $100 for gas for power equipment (unanimous)
• Approved up to $100 for black mulch at Shady Brook (unanimous)
• Approved $25 for flags at Shady Brook (unanimous)
• Approved up to $100 for ice cream from Palagi's for April 9 cleanup (unanimous)
• Approved up to $100 for ice cream from PAL'S for April 16 cleanup (unanimous)
• Approved up to $300 for gloves, bags, and pickers for cleanups (unanimous)
• Approved $500 for polo shirts for commissioners (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Budget Board

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

• FY23 Municipal Budget
• FY23 Education Budget

The Lincoln Budget Board approved a combined municipal and education budget of $94,771,201, a $2,762,210 increase, along with municipal revenues of the same total. The board also approved several capital resolutions, including funding for Hearthside, public works trucks, street light buyout, and library media center upgrades. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved combined budget of $94,771,201 (unanimous)
• Approved municipal revenues of $94,771,201 (unanimous)
• Approved $60,550 for Hearthside window restoration (unanimous)
• Approved $530,000 for 8 public works trucks from ARPA funds (unanimous)
• Approved $305,000 street light buyout with National Grid rebate (unanimous)
• Approved $423,560 for school work (unanimous)
• Approved $350,000 for Saylesville library media center (unanimous)
• Approved $398,000 for Central library media center, contingent on pay-as-you-go funding (unanimous)

Budget Board

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

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

The Lincoln Budget Board approved the municipal operating budget of $24,606,335, an increase of $798,358, and approved several capital expenditures including a $305,000 streetlight buyout. The board also approved multiple education capital items, such as a $398,000 Central Library Media Center upgrade and a $90,000 Northern technology upgrade. A motion to restore the library budget to the town administrator's original listing was approved 8-2.

• Approved municipal operating budget $24,606,335 (unanimous)
• Approved $305,000 streetlight buyout from Fund 12 (unanimous)
• Approved library salary adjustment increase of $2,367 (unanimous)
• Approved restoring library budget to TA's listing (8-2)
• Approved $398,000 Central Library Media Center upgrade from Fund 12 (unanimous)
• Approved $90,000 Northern technology upgrade (unanimous)
• Approved $68,000 for two high school projectors (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 for high school near tennis court (8-2)

Budget Board

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

• FY23 Municipal Budget
• FY23 Education Budget

The Lincoln Budget Board approved the municipal operating budget of $24,627,643 and the total budget of $93,105,399, a $1,096,408 increase. They also approved adding a children's librarian by increasing the library salary line from $55,164 to $106,164, funded by reductions in books, supplies, and computers. Several capital projects were approved, including $530K for public works vehicles from ARPA funds and $100K for Lime Acres park renovations.

• Approved municipal operating budget $24,627,643 (unanimous)
• Approved total budget $93,105,399, increase $1,096,408 (unanimous)
• Approved library salary increase to $106,164 for new children's librarian (unanimous)
• Approved reducing books/magazines from $180K to $150K (unanimous)
• Approved reducing supplies from $29K to $19K (unanimous)
• Approved reducing computer replacement from $26K to $17K (unanimous)
• Approved $530K from Fund 50 (ARPA) for 9 public works vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved $100K from Fund 11 for Lime Acres park renovations (unanimous)

Budget Board

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

• FY23 Municipal Budget
• FY23 Education Budget

The Lincoln Budget Board voted unanimously to reduce the school transportation line by $400,000, cut breakage by $55,351, and reduce salaries by $225,000, totaling a $680,351 reduction in the School Committee's recommended operating budget. This results in a total budget increase of $761,984 (1.28%) over FY22. The board also discussed revenue shortfalls, ARPA funds, and tax rate estimates.

• Reduced transportation line budget by $400,000 (unanimous)
• Adjusted breakage to minus $55,351 (unanimous)
• Reduced salaries by $225,000 (unanimous)
• Total operating budget reduction of $680,351 from School Committee's recommendation

Budget Board

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

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

The Lincoln Budget Board approved several municipal budget line items, including a new bottom line of $506,569 for Finance (resolution 4150), $314,150 for IT internet charges, and $289,500 for IT after reducing tech support to $25k and internet to $2,500. They also approved a $2,026,617 bottom line for Rescue after cutting Emergency Management from $6k to $3k, $425,891 for Human Services, $247,266 for Public Works Code Enforcement, and $514,221 for Public Works/Parks and Recreation. The board deferred minutes from March 22-24 and acknowledged Imran Siddiqui's resignation.

• Approved Finance resolution 4150 with new bottom line of $506,569 (unanimous)
• Approved IT bottom line of $314,150 (unanimous)
• Reduced tech support line to $25k and internet to $2,500, approved new IT bottom line of $289,500 (unanimous)
• Cut Emergency Management expenses from $6k to $3k, approved Rescue bottom line of $2,026,617 (unanimous)
• Approved Human Services bottom line of $425,891 (unanimous)
• Approved Public Works Code Enforcement salaries of $247,266 (unanimous)
• Approved Public Works/Parks and Recreation bottom line of $514,221 (unanimous)
• Approved Public Library operating budget amendment (unanimous)

Town Council

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

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

Budget Board

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

• FY23 Municipal Budget discussion
• FY23 Education Budget discussion

Budget Board

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

• FY23 Municipal Budget discussion
• FY23 Education Budget discussion

The Lincoln Budget Board reviewed and approved numerous salary, longevity, and budget line adjustments across town departments, including Finance, Police, Rescue, Human Services, Public Works, and Parks and Recreation. All motions were approved unanimously. The board also discussed correspondence with the School Committee and Library Board, and tabled some items pending more information.

• Approved Finance Office salary tab for longevity at $20,634 (unanimous)
• Approved Police salary longevity change to $152,090 (unanimous)
• Approved Police holiday pay increase to $122,020 (unanimous)
• Approved Patrolman salary line increase to $1,702,568 (unanimous)
• Approved Rescue longevity increase to $49,956 (unanimous)
• Approved Human Services longevity increase to $10,322 (unanimous)
• Approved Parks and Rec director salary increase to $64,934 (unanimous)
• Approved Public Works Central Services total salary line to $1,887,639 (unanimous)

Planning Board

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

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

Budget Board

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

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

The Budget Board reviewed the school department's budget presentation and approved a series of municipal budget line items, culminating in a $5,919,903 bottom line. The board also discussed the budget review process, emphasizing that it sets a bottom line rather than cutting specific programs. All motions were approved unanimously.

• Approved March 16 and March 17, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved audited expenses change from $0 to $26K (unanimous)
• Approved bottom line of $48K (unanimous)
• Approved bottom line of $130,289 for line 4830 (unanimous)
• Approved bottom line of $7,200 for Probate Judge (unanimous)
• Approved bottom line of $1,400 for Town Sergeant (unanimous)
• Approved bottom line of $1,700 for Board of Canvassers (unanimous)
• Approved bottom line of $5,919,903 for municipal budget (unanimous)

Budget Board

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

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

PEC

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

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

The Lincoln Physical Education Center Building Committee voted to use the Design-Build construction delivery method for the renovation project. The committee also discussed project scope, budget, and schedule, and directed the project manager to prepare RFPs for the design-build team and commissioning agent. No other formal votes were taken.

• Voted to use Design-Build delivery method for the project
• Directed DCC to prepare Design-Build RFP
• Directed DCC to prepare Commissioning agent RFP

Budget Board

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

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

The Lincoln Budget Board met to review and adjust the upcoming budget, approving minutes and deferring correspondence. They discussed numerous line-item changes, including a $100K salary adjustment, moving miscellaneous expenses into one line, and reducing software costs by $30K. No final budget vote was taken; the board continued its review process.

• Approved minutes of March 9 and March 10, 2022 (unanimous)
• Deferred correspondence to 3-17-2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to make $100K adjustment to salary line
• Moved all miscellaneous lines into one expense line
• Reduced software cost line by $30K
• Increased gasoline line to $150K
• Moved audit expense of $26K to another account
• Adjourned at 9:44 pm (unanimous)

Technical Review Committee

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

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

The Technical Review Committee reviewed the Cobble Hill Subdivision comprehensive permit and the Wellington Road storage addition, issuing recommendations for the Planning Board. No final approvals or denials were made; the committee only provided technical comments and conditions. The Cobble Hill project includes two new lots, one affordable housing unit, and several requested waivers.

• Recommended approval conditions for Cobble Hill Subdivision preliminary plan, including water line easement and affordable housing deed restriction
• Recommended approval of Wellington Road Development master plan with conditions, including water availability letter and stormwater report
• No zoning applications reviewed for April
• Cobble Hill Subdivision requests 6 waivers: 2 zoning (lot width) and 4 subdivision (lot depth/width ratio, curb/sidewalk)

Town Council

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

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

The Lincoln Town Council met on March 15, 2022, and voted to enter executive session to discuss potential litigation regarding the Lincoln High School Renovation Project. The council also voted to seal the executive session minutes and authorized the Town Administrator and Town Solicitor to act as directed in the session. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned without any other substantive decisions.

• Adopted motion to enter executive session for potential litigation on Lincoln High School Renovation Project (4-0, Russo absent)
• Adopted motion to seal executive session minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted motion for Town Administrator to act as directed in executive session (unanimous)
• Adopted motion for Town Solicitor to act as directed in executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Purchasing Committee

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

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

The Purchasing Committee voted unanimously to recommend awarding Bid 2022-3 for carpet replacement at Town Hall to Authority Flooring for $13,658.50. The recommendation will go to the Town Council for final approval. The meeting was held in hybrid format, and no public comments were made.

• Recommended awarding carpet replacement bid to Authority Flooring for $13,658.50 (unanimous)

Town Council

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

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

The Lincoln Town Council approved several licenses, including a special event license for Ragnar Relay New England, and denied a solicitation permit for Volare Management Group. The council also adopted resolutions to spend ARPA funds on a sanitary pump station controls upgrade, cancel certain taxes, and extend a contract with Pawtucket Hot Mix Asphalt. Appointments were made to the Planning Board and Board of Canvassers, while a mobile food establishment license was deferred.

• Approved ARPA funds for sanitary pump station controls upgrade (unanimous)
• Approved special event license for Ragnar Relay New England (unanimous)
• Denied solicitation permit for Volare Management Group (0-5)
• Approved carpet replacement bid to Authority Flooring for $13,658.50 (unanimous)
• Appointed Robert Hoard to Planning Board At Large seat (unanimous)
• Appointed Charles Cox to Board of Canvassers (unanimous)
• Deferred mobile food establishment license for Totten Foods LLC (unanimous)
• Approved tax cancellation resolution (unanimous)

Town Council

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

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

Parks & Recreation

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

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

Water Commission

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

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

The Lincoln Water Commission authorized up to $20,000 for a water rate study and approved a contract amendment with Pare Corp. for a Residual Chlorine Study. Both motions passed unanimously. The commission also accepted routine financial reports and discussed ongoing claims related to the Smith Street water main break.

• Authorized expenditure not to exceed $20,000 for water rate study (all in favor)
• Authorized Superintendent to accept Pare Corp. proposal for Residual Chlorine Study (all in favor)
• Accepted Superintendent Report of Daily Activity for February 2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted Balance Sheet, Expenditure and Revenue Report for February 2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted Financial Report to Town Finance Director for February 2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted Account Balance Report for February 2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted Direct Payments and Payables for February 2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted regular monthly abatements (all in favor)

Budget Board

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

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

The Lincoln Budget Board met and approved prior meeting minutes, but took no substantive votes. Members discussed upcoming public hearings, a town tour, and capital requests from the Conservation Commission, Hearthside, and school departments. The next meetings and a public hearing were scheduled for mid-March.

• Approved minutes for 3/2, 3/3, and 3/5 meetings (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for 3/17/2022
• Scheduled town tour for 3/19/2022
• Scheduled school department Q&A for week after public hearing

PEC

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

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

Budget Board

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

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

The Lincoln Budget Board met to review the FY23 municipal and education budgets, awaiting answers on the municipal budget and discussing the education budget. Members compared school department costs with other Rhode Island districts, noting higher per-pupil spending, and planned to review specific FY22 resolutions during a school tour. No formal votes or decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Reviewed FY23 education budget and cost comparisons with other RI districts
• Scheduled review of FY22 Resolutions XIV-XVII at school tour
• Noted lack of email addresses for some boards/commissions for 3-9-2022 invitations
• Adjourned at 9:30 pm

PEC

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

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

The committee discussed the owner's project manager (OPM) contract with Downes, which the Town Council authorized, and agreed to finalize it if approved. They scheduled meetings for March 8 and March 16, and voted to enter executive session to discuss potential litigation, sealing those minutes. No substantive decisions were made on the punch list or requisitions.

• Agreed to meet March 8 at 6:00 PM and March 16 at 5:30 PM
• Voted unanimously to enter executive session for potential litigation
• Voted unanimously to seal executive session minutes
• Approved minutes of February 26, 2022
• Tabled CM Contingency Subcommittee report

Budget Board

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

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

Conservation Commission

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

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

The Lincoln Conservation Commission met on March 2, 2022, and approved a $1,500 landscaping contract with P&R Landscaping, LLC for the butterfly garden. No wetland applications or correspondence were reviewed. The commission discussed cemetery restoration efforts, town cleanups, and volunteer opportunities, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved $1,500 landscaping contract with P&R Landscaping, LLC for butterfly garden (unanimous)

Zoning Board

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

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

Town Council

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

• Appointment 2021-13 for Budget Board - District 3

The Lincoln Town Council appointed Imran Siddiqui to the Budget Board for District 3, filling a seat that had been deferred since July 2021. The appointment was approved unanimously by the four council members present, with one member absent. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Appointed Imran Siddiqui to Budget Board District 3 (unanimous, 4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous, 4-0)

Budget Board

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

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

The Lincoln Budget Board met on 02/24/22 and approved the minutes from 2/17 and 2/23 unanimously. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of correspondence updates, public comment (none), and a series of budget questions for FY22, including inquiries about TV/internet/phone costs, public works spending, and street lighting. The board also noted the appointment of Imran Siddqui to the Budget Board and discussed a federal grant withdrawal for Chromebooks.

• Approved minutes from 2/17 and 2/23 (unanimous)
• Noted Imran Siddqui as additional Budget Board member
• Discussed John McNamee SD funding request for Chromebooks (federal grant withdrawal)
• Raised questions on FY22 municipal budget lines (Human Services, Public Works, Town Council, Budget Board)

Budget Board

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

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

The Lincoln Budget Board deferred approval of February 17 minutes and began analyzing the Town Administrator's proposed FY23 Municipal Budget, questioning various departmental expenses. No formal budget decisions were made; the board discussed tracking edits, capitalizing items, and planned school visits. The board also noted the only difference between School Committee and Town Administrator education budget recommendations was $698,036 in municipal contributions.

• Deferred approval of February 17 minutes (unanimous)
• Requested more detail from School Department on budget by school and reimbursable capital projects
• Began analysis of FY23 Municipal Budget, questioning expenses in multiple departments
• Discussed capitalizing items lasting longer than one year town-wide
• Planned annual school tour visits to schools with capital requests
• Will request balance of Capital Fund and full accounting of federal funding

Planning Board

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

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

The Lincoln Planning Board approved the preliminary plan for the Perry Subdivision, including a waiver for sidewalk and curbing requirements, and delegated final plan approval to the Administrative Officer. The board also approved preliminary plans for the Pascale Drive Subdivision and a bond reduction for the Sables Road Subdivision, while tabling the Cobble Hill Comprehensive Permit for further review.

• Approved Perry Subdivision preliminary plan with sidewalk waiver (unanimous)
• Delegated final plan approval for Perry Subdivision to Administrative Officer (unanimous)
• Tabled Cobble Hill Comprehensive Permit to combine preliminary and master plan review (unanimous)
• Approved Sables Road bond reduction from $96,363 to $30,188 (unanimous)
• Approved Pascale Drive preliminary plan with conditions (unanimous)
• Delegated final plan approval for Pascale Drive to Administrative Officer (unanimous)

Purchasing Committee

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

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

Town Council

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

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

The Town Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2022-8 to award a contract for the Owner's Project Manager (OPM) for the PEC construction project. The council also approved a bid waiver and awarded a contract to DCN Sports LLC for aluminum bleachers in the amount of $29,159.12. Councilman Arthur Russo was absent for all votes.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-8 to award a contract for the OPM for the PEC construction project (unanimous).
• Approved Bid 2022-2, awarding the aluminum bleachers bid to DCN Sports LLC for $29,159.12 (unanimous).
• Adopted motion for immediate consideration of the resolution (unanimous).
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous).

Budget Board

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

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

The Lincoln Budget Board reviewed the proposed FY23 Municipal Operating Budget, which includes a 4.7% increase. The board discussed the school department's FY23 education budget recommendation of $60,321,427, a 2.42% increase. They also discussed the FY22 budget status, including a small school department deficit of around $91K and plans to purchase approximately 1800 Chromebooks for $416K. The board approved the minutes from the 1/27/2022 meeting and adjourned.

• Approved the minutes of the 1/27/2022 meeting unanimously.
• Reviewed the proposed FY23 Municipal Operating Budget with a 4.7% increase.
• Discussed the FY23 education budget recommendation of $60,321,427, a 2.42% increase.
• Noted the FY22 school department deficit of approximately $91K.
• Discussed the plan to purchase approximately 1800 Chromebooks for $416K.
• Noted that the FY22 capital outlay exceeds $151,000.
• Discussed the need to send budget questions to the School Department in advance of their meetings.
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:30 PM.

PEC

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

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

The Lincoln High School Renovation Committee interviewed three firms for owner's project management services and voted 17-1 to recommend that the Town Council award the contract to Downes Construction Company. The vote followed discussion of each firm's presentation, with some members expressing concerns about Downes' workload and report quality. The committee deferred a final decision on the fee structure until the next meeting.

• Approved the 2/09/22 meeting minutes
• Voted 17-1 to recommend the Council award owner's project management services to Downes Construction Company
• Deferred discussion of fee structure for add-on services to the next meeting

Technical Review Committee

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

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

Purchasing Committee

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

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

The Purchasing Committee voted 2-0 to recommend that the Town Council award Bid 2022-1 for a Roadway Conditions Assessment and Pavement Management Plan to BETA Group in the amount of $52,000. The committee also adopted a motion to discuss the bid, with Chair Kenneth Pichette recused from both votes. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted motion to discuss the bid (2-0, Pichette recused)
• Recommended awarding Bid 2022-1 to BETA Group for $52,000 (2-0, Pichette recused)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Town Council

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

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