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Regular Meeting 08-22-2001

REGULAR MEETING of the Town Council held Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 7:05 o'clock p.m. in the Council Chamber, Town Building, Harrisville, for and within the Town of Burrillville.

MEMBERS PRESENT:  Council President Wallace F. Lees; Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.

MEMBERS ABSENT:  None


        1.      Council President Wallace F. Lees led those present in pledging allegiance to the flag.

        2.      VOTED to correct the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Town Council held Wednesday, July 25, 2001 to reflect that Council President Wallace F. Lees was excused, not absent, from the meeting; and to accept said minutes as corrected, and the minutes of the Special Meeting of the Town Council held Wednesday, July 11, 2001, and dispense with the reading of said minutes.

Councilor Jacqueline Zahn made the motion.  Councilor Norman C. Mainville seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

        3.      Public Comment:  

·       Bruce Rylah noted that the Pascoag Utility District has trimmed the trees on The Bridgeway near the new park so that the area is better illuminated.

        4.      That the General Good and Welfare of the Town of Burrillville; be now taken up.

·       Councilor Louis Bleiweis welcomed Council President Wally Lees back after his illness, stating that he is gratified that Wally looks so well.
·       Councilor Louis Bleiweis thanked Councilor Jacqueline Zahn for filling in capably during the Presidents illness.
·       The town clerk read a note of thanks from Council President Wallace F. Lees for the plant, cards and calls during his recent illness.
Thank you all for the floor plant. It is a beautiful hydrangea.  Thanks to all the people who called and visited and sent cards. Your concern was much appreciated. It is very nice to be on the other side of this surgery getting better every day.
·       Michael C. Wood, Town Manager, noted that RIPTA has reinstated the bus route to Wallum Lake Road. Nevertheless, he will meet with RIPTA representatives to explore better alternatives for bus service to this area.
·       Michael C. Wood, Town Manager, addressed the recent heat wave, stating that although there were no problems of which he was aware, town officials were well prepared for any possible emergencies.  He acknowledged Don Mehrtens of Emergency Management, as well as the Department of Public Works, the Police and Fire Departments, Pascoag Utility District, the Town Clerks and Town Managers offices, and Cheri Hall, Director of Parks & Recreation.
·       It was noted that Don Mehrtens has recently undergone surgery.  While he is not currently receiving visitors, he has returned home and appears to be doing well.
        
5.      Petitions to be considered and acted upon:  

                01-206  VOTED to grant the petition for the Verizon New England and the Pascoag Fire District to place one new joint pole (P.5 1/2) and anchor guy location on Collins Taft Road in the Town of Burrillville, Rhode Island.

Councilor William E. Gonyea made the motion.  Councilor Edward F. Bonczek seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

6.      Special Business to be considered and acted upon:  

01-207  VOTED to adopt a Town Council Proclamation, proclaiming September 2001 as National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month.

Councilor Jacqueline Zahn made the motion.  Councilor William A. Andrews seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

01-208  VOTED to grant the application from Richard D. Cardin for renewal of Private Detective license #16.
                                        
Councilor Louis Bleiweis made the motion.  Councilor Jacqueline Zahn seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

01-209  VOTED to grant the applications from Dinesh L. Patel d/b/a Country Farms:
a)  for a victualing license to apply at 86 Mapleville Main Street, Mapleville (Assessors Map 214, Lot 67); and b)  for a Sunday and Holiday license.

Councilor Jacqueline Zahn made the motion.  Councilor Louis Bleiweis seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

01-210  VOTED to grant the applications from Irene P. Smith d/b/a Burrillville Arts Association:  a)  for a victualing license to apply at the Burrillville Arts & Crafts Festival, to be held on the grounds of The Assembly Building, (Assessors Map 160, Lot 183) on September 8 and 9, 2001; and b) for a daily entertainment license to apply at the Burrillville Arts & Crafts Festival, to be held on the grounds of The Assembly Building, (Assessors Map 160, Lot 183) on September 8 and 9, 2001.

Councilor Jacqueline Zahn made the motion.  Councilor Norman C. Mainville seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

        7.      Unfinished Business to be considered and acted upon:  

01-69   VOTED to open the memorandum from Councilor Edward F. Bonczek and Michael C. Wood, Town Manager, regarding weed abatement in lakes and ponds.

Councilor William E. Gonyea made the motion.  Councilor Jacqueline Zahn seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

Councilor William E. Gonyea read the following into the record:

I wish to commend Mr. Bonczek for putting the weed control issue back on the agenda.  I, too, have a personal interest because my son, William E. Gonyea, Jr., has a shoreline residence on Wilson Lake.  I, too, will probably not be able to vote on the issue because of the R.I. ethics conflict of interest rulings.
Because of the astronomical cost and legal ramifications, I am neither optimistic nor pessimistic.  However, I hope that, with the aid of our State officials, we can come up with a program that is cost effective without overly impacting the taxpayers.  And that the State will contribute their fair share for allowing non-resident taxpayers to access our lakes and ponds by using State-owned boat ramps.
I now yield the floor to our colleague Mr. Bonczek.

Councilor Edward F. Bonczek stated the importance of recognizing changes in nature, including those that have resulted in overgrowth of weeds in local ponds and lakes. He addressed his concern over the use of chemical treatments and the possibility that a physical method, such as a harvester, is preferable. He endorsed considering all options, pointing out that other communities may be open to renting a harvester if it were available.

Councilor Louis Bleiweis acknowledge the weed problem, stating that the situation is not unique to Burrillville and that this is a matter for a State agency such as the Department of Environmental Management. He advised beseeching the general assembly delegation to pursue every avenue to affect a program to address the problem.  Timothy Geremia of 164 Manly Drive pointed out that the problem of going through the State would be that Burrillville would have inadequate access to State-owned equipment.

Michael C. Wood, Town Manager, acknowledged that this matter has been under discussion for several years.  He discussed the several options that are available, pointing out that each alternative is expensive.  He mentioned other concerns, such as private property, time commitments, training and scheduling of operators, and the limitations of each method. He suggested that, at the Town Councils direction, the considerable administrative effort to get a general cost estimate of the different variables could be expended.  This would allow the Town Council to make a judgment about whether the Town should become involved.  The costs involved were briefly discussed.

Speaking from the audience were: Dennis Deschamps of 16 Broulliard Lane, David Kaye of 12 Lessier Lane, and Timothy Geremia of 164 Manly Drive. Discussion included: that the association at Spring Lake Beach had received a grant from Ocean State Power for chemical treatment; that residents of Wilson Reservoir have been denied grants because there is no public swimming area; that there is concern over the long-term residual affect of chemicals on wildlife and human population; and the possibility of renting a harvester for several seasons to evaluate the results before purchasing.

MOTION: In connection with the avenues the Manager is going to pursue, to adopt a resolution asking the general assembly to introduce and secure passage of legislation to ask for consideration of the State to fund programs for weed abatement in Statewide fresh water bodies.

AMENDMENT TO THE MOTION: To set up a subcommittee to include the following: Michael C. Wood, Town Manager, Councilor Edward F. Bonczek and Bob Richards to investigate all the aspects of the harvester and report back to the Town Council.

Councilor Louis Bleiweis made the motion.  Councilor William E. Gonyea seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

Councilor Norman C. Mainville made the amendment.  Councilor William E. Gonyea seconded the amendment.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

        8.      New Business to be considered and acted upon:

01-211  VOTED  approval of abatements as reported in the correspondence from Deborah Bober, Assessors Office.

Councilor Jacqueline Zahn made the motion.  Councilor William A. Andrews seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

01-212  VOTED to receive and file the correspondence from Deborah Bober, Assessors Office, regarding additions.

Councilor Jacqueline Zahn made the motion.  Councilor Norman C. Mainville seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

01-213  VOTED to receive and open the lease between Desnoyers Enterprises, Inc., and the Town of Burrillville, regarding Assessors Map 175, Lot 50.

Councilor Jacqueline Zahn made the motion.  Councilor William E. Gonyea seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  
Discussion:  Michael C.  Wood, Town Manager, stated that this item had been approved in executive session.  It is before the Town Council for the public announcement that the agreement has been made.  

VOTED to lease the land for $1.00 per year from Desnoyers Enterprises, Inc., regarding Town of Burrillville Assessors Map 175, Lot 50.

Councilor Edward F. Bonczek made the motion.  Councilor William A. Andrews seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

        01-214  VOTED to refer the correspondence from the Town of Burrillville Housing Authority, regarding the reappointment of Dorothy Karolyshyn to the Screening Subcommittee.

Councilor Jacqueline Zahn made the motion.  Councilor William E. Gonyea seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

        01-215  VOTED to appoint Nancy M. Faford to the Burrillville Housing Authority as recommended in the Screening Subcommittee memo of August 10, 2001.

Councilor Norman C. Mainville made the motion.  Councilor William E. Gonyea seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.


01-216  VOTED to receive and open the correspondence from Art Hurley, Chairman, Budget Board, regarding reappointments to the Budget Board: a)  Bridgette A. Buxton; b)  Bruce W. Rylah.

Councilor Jacqueline Zahn made the motion.  Councilor Norman C. Mainville seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

Since there had been some question of the fact, Councilor Jacqueline Zahn asked Mr. Rylah to confirm that he remains willing to serve on the Budget Board, which he did.

VOTED to refer the reappointments to the Screening Subcommittee and to get the attendance records for Ms. Buxton and Mr. Rylah.

Councilor Jacqueline Zahn made the motion.  Councilor William E. Gonyea seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

01-217  VOTED to receive and open the correspondence from Tri-Town Community Action Agency, regarding the reappointment of a Burrillville representative to their Board of Directors.

Councilor Jacqueline Zahn made the motion.  Councilor William E. Gonyea seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

VOTED to instruct the Town Clerk to contact Alberta Duffy to confirm her interest and to contact Tri-Town Community Action Agency for an attendance record.

Councilor Jacqueline Zahn made the motion.  Councilor William E. Gonyea seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

        01-218  VOTED to open the correspondence from the residents of Wakefield Pond regarding objection to the upcoming paving of Whiting Lane.

Councilor Jacqueline Zahn made the motion.  Councilor William E. Gonyea seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

Discussion:  Speaking in opposition to paving Whiting Lane were Scott Hoppe, 73 Whiting Lane; Joshua Wexler, 81 Whiting Lane; Peter Glass, 85 Whiting Lane; Ernest Coit, 11 Whiting Lane; and Amy Lawrence, 81 Whiting Lane.  Their concerns included drainage, run off from the road, impact to the lake and the quality of the water, and problems with shallow wells.  In particular, Mr. Coit was concerned about the torrents of water that run onto his property during rainstorms, voicing concern that the situation would worsen if the road was paved.  The lake has a long record of being very clean, and the residents want to ensure that it stays that way.  They stated their satisfaction with the gravel road and suggested that a compromise, such as a semi-impervious surface, would satisfy their concerns. These residents said that about 50 percent of the residents of Whiting Lane were present and confirmed that other residents objected to the paving but were unable to attend.

Speaking in favor of paving the road, John Murphy of 51 West Shore Lane, stated no objection to paving the road, saying that he believes his neighbors on West Shore Lane agree.

Walter J. Kane, Town Solicitor, explained that if there had been objections at the public hearing in March, the Town might have decided to leave Whiting Lane out of the Town system.  Before the Town accepted Whiting Lane, there was no legal responsibility. Now that it has been accepted, the Town has legal responsibility for anything that occurs on the road if it is not properly maintained.  However, there might be a compromise that would limit the responsibility and address the concerns of the people in the neighborhood.

There was a brief discussion of the possibility of the Town abandoning the road and what the result would be for the neighborhood.

Michael C. Wood, Town Manager, suggested that the paving could be delayed while alternatives are explored. He pointed out that this engineering study would be an additional cost, but that it might allay the fears of the neighbors.  He further stated the importance of having the input off all neighbors.

VOTED to refer the situation at Whiting Lane to the Town Manager for further study and a recommendation.

Councilor Norman C. Mainville made the motion.  Councilor William E. Gonyea seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

Further Discussion:  The residents suggested that the study of the area should take place during a rainstorm to see the effect of the water running from Lee Circle to Whiting Lane.  Michael C. Wood, Town Manager, repeated that this study would cause the paving of Whiting Lane to be delayed until the end of fiscal 2002.

01-219  VOTED to open the correspondence from Alan R. Boutiette requesting exploration of requirements of turning over Pinewood Lane to the Town.

Councilor William E. Gonyea made the motion.  Councilor Jacqueline Zahn seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

Discussion:  It was noted that none of the residents of Pinewood Lane were present.  Councilor William A. Andrews gave a background of Pinewood Lane, as he understood it from the residents and the former Town Planner, stating that there was an agreement to keep this a dirt road. He stated that it was his belief that this was an agreement with a developer.  Joseph Raymond, Building Official, stated that this was not a development, but that the lots were sold as individual lots. There are a number of issues involved, he said, the chief one being that Pinewood Lane does not exist as a road, but rather is a right-of-way.

VOTED to refer to Joseph Raymond for research.

Councilor Norman C. Mainville made the motion.  Councilor Jacqueline Zahn seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

        9.      Town Clerk/Communication to be considered and acted upon:  

01-220  VOTED to receive and open the memorandum from Michael C. Wood, Town Manager regarding the Indeck Project.

Councilor Jacqueline Zahn made the motion.  Councilor William E. Gonyea seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

Discussion:  Michael C. Wood and Walter J. Kane briefly reviewed those actions taken by the Town of Burrillville, which ultimately resulted in the rejection of the Indeck application.  The Town Council was congratulated on being at the forefront in objecting to this facility.  In particular, the efforts of Walter Kane, Patrick Dougherty and Joseph Raymond were recognized.

VOTED to receive and file.

Councilor William A. Andrews made the motion.  Councilor Jacqueline Zahn seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

                01-221  VOTED to receive and open the correspondence from the State Agency for Surplus Property, regarding renewal application for eligibility to receive surplus property.

Councilor William A. Andrews made the motion.  Councilor William E. Gonyea seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.

 VOTED to authorize the Town Manager to complete the application

Councilor William A. Andrews made the motion.  Councilor Jacqueline Zahn seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

        01-222  VOTED to refer to the correspondence from Joseph Marcello, Assistant Deputy State Fire Marshal, regarding the annual inspection of the Burrillville Middle School to the School Department.

Councilor William A. Andrews made the motion.  Councilor Jacqueline Zahn seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

        01-223  VOTED to receive and file the correspondence from “Between the Cracks”, regarding their appreciation for the recent donation through the cell tower company.

Councilor Jacqueline Zahn made the motion.  Councilor William E. Gonyea seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

01-224          VOTED to receive and file the correspondence from Martin D. Wencek, Permitting Supervisor, Wetlands Program regarding insignificant alteration  permits;                               

        1) application No. 00-0440 in reference to the property and proposed project located on Mapleville Main Street at the Chepachet River Bridge, approximately 100 feet east of the intersection of Mapleville Main Street and New Road, by utility pole Nos. 41 and 42, Assessors Plat 214, Lots 99, 53 and 65 and                                                                                                   (2) application No. 01-0202 in reference to the property and proposed project located approximately 160 feet southwest of Town Farm Road, approximately 2,800 feet north of the intersection of Town Farm Road and Whipple Road, opposite Utility Pole No. 27, Assessor's Plat 88, Lot 21.

10.     VOTED to receive the following reports:

        1.      Town Treasurer:  June, 2001 (revised), July 2001.
        2.      Sewer Commission Superintendent:  July 2001
        3.      Tax Collector:  July 2001.
        4.      Department of Public Works: No report.
        5.      Chief of Police:  July 2001
        6.      Office of Building Official: July 2001.
        7.      Animal Control Officer:  July 2001
        8.      Town of Burrillville Housing Authority:  Meetings of June 11, 2001 and July 9, 2001.
        9.      Planning Board:  Meeting of July 2, 2001
        10.     Zoning Board of Review:  No report
        11.     Burrillville Sewer Commission:  Meetings of July 10 and July 26
        12.     Town Planner:  No report.
        13.     Parks and Recreation Department:  August 2001
        14.     Information Systems Department:  July 2001
        15.     Personnel Board:  Meetings of  June 18 and June 25
        16.     Burrillville Conservation Commission:  No report
        17.     Screening Subcommittee:  Meeting of July 6
        18.     Juvenile Hearing Board:  No report
        19.     Budget Board: No report
        20.     Burrillville High School Building:  No report
        21.     Board of Assessment Review:  Meeting of August 1
        22.     Special Building Committee:  No Report
    23.        Burrillville Library Facilities Committee:  No report
        24.     Ordinance Subcommittee:  No Report.
          25.    Redevelopment Agency:  Meeting of June 26.

Councilor Norman C. Mainville made the motion.  Councilor Jacqueline Zahn seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

11.     Additional New Business to be considered and acted upon:  

01-225  Request for Executive Session from Town Manager Michael C. Wood pursuant to Rhode Island Open Meeting Law [§42-46-5(a)(5)] to discuss land acquisition and [§42-46-5(a)(4)] to discuss investigative proceedings of allegations of misconduct (civil or criminal) regarding the Town Treasurers Office.

Motion to grant. Councilor Jacqueline Zahn made the motion.  

Discussion:  Michael C. Wood, Town Manager, stated that the executive session would not be needed unless Councilors had questions on the items.  Walter J. Kane, Town Solicitor, reported that he had contacted the Levy Foundation.  There is preliminary indications, he said, that they would accommodate any needs for the Jesse Smith Library.  There will be further communications with their legal council.

The motion was withdrawn.

VOTED to adjourn.

Councilor Norman C. Mainville made the motion.  Councilor Jacqueline Zahn seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.  Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, William A. Andrews, Louis Bleiweis, Edward F. Bonczek, William E. Gonyea and Norman C. Mainville.  

Information relating to the meeting is on file with the record of the minutes.  The meeting was taped and the tape is on file with the record of the minutes.


                                        Recorded by
                                                        Louise R. Phaneuf, Town Clerk









Last Updated: Friday, February 1, 2002

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