REGULAR MEETING of the Town Council held on Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers, Town Building, 105 Harrisville Main St., Harrisville, for and within the Town of Burrillville.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Council President Wallace F. Lees; Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford.
MEMBERS ABSENT: Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
1. Council President Wallace F. Lees led those present in pledging allegiance to the flag.
2. VOTED to accept the minutes of the regular meeting held May 10, 2006, the workshop held May 10, 2006; and dispense with the reading of said minutes.
Motion by Councilor Nancy F. Binns. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused.
3. Public Comment: None
4. General Good and Welfare of the Town of Burrillville.
Councilor Jacqueline Zahn congratulated Chad Beauchemin & Luke Diez on winning first place in the video commercial category of the statewide “Click It or Ticket” contest. Councilor Zahn encouraged residents to wear their seatbelts.
Councilor Jacqueline Zahn congratulated Lt. San Antonio on attaining his bachelor of science degree from Roger Williams University.
Councilor Jacqueline Zahn spoke of the Memorial Day Parade & congratulated Dick Peck on a well-organized event. Councilor Zahn commended Richard Peck for his organization of the parade.
Councilor Jacqueline Zahn commented that Councilor Dudley had cut her hair in support of a friend who is undergoing cancer treatment.
Councilor Margaret L. Dudley noted that Spring Lake Beach would open over the Memorial Day weekend.
Michael C. Wood, Town Manager, discussed the bid opening of the Route 107 project, which should be underway during the summer of 2006.
5. Petitions:
06-146 Petition from LLD Enterprises LLC for an amendment to the Burrillville Zoning Map, Map 114, Lot 16, for consideration and possible scheduling of a public hearing.
VOTED to open the petition.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
Discussion: Walter J. Kane, Town Solicitor, noted that the Town Council had no authority to act upon the petition until the recommendation of the Planning Board had been received.
VOTED to refer to the Planning Board.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
6. Special Business:
06-147 VOTED to adopt a proclamation honoring Alice Lavigne and Lea Lavigne on their retirement.
Motion by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. Seconded by Councilor Ronald E. Faford. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
06-148 VOTED to open discussion, consideration and action on a town slogan.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
MOTION to adopt “Almost Heaven” as the town slogan.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion failed, two in favor, four opposed. Voting in favor of the motion were Councilors Jacqueline Zahn and Margaret L. Dudley. Voting in opposition were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
VOTED to adopt “Embracing our past…Envisioning our future” as the town slogan.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Nancy F. Binns. The motion carried, five in favor, one opposed, one excused. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Voting in opposition was Councilor Edward F. Bonczek. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
06-149 VOTED to grant an annual victualing license from Anabell’s – Spring Lake to apply at 50 Old Hillside Road, Assessor’s Map 93, Lot 41, subject to receipt of the fire inspection.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
7. Unfinished Business:
06-052 VOTED to receive and open the correspondence from Louise R. Phaneuf, Town Clerk, regarding review, consideration and action on various legislative items.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
Discussion: Councilor Margaret L. Dudley spoke in support of Rep. Edwin R. Pacheco’s recommendation that the Zambarano property be used to house the state fire academy.
VOTED to support.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Ronald E. Faford. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
06-118 VOTED to adopt a resolution requesting authorization to establish a process to stabilize tax assessments for certain commercial, industrial and mixed-use buildings, as follows:
The Town Council hereby requests the Rhode Island General Assembly to authorize the Town of Burrillville to establish by ordinance a process to stabilize tax assessments for improvements made to commercial, industrial buildings and mixed use buildings in the areas of town that have been designated substandard in the Land Use Chapter of the Town’s Comprehensive Plan.
The ordinance shall provide that any exterior improvements made to commercial, industrial buildings, or mixed use buildings in the identified substandard areas will not result in an increase in the tax assessment based on the improvements to the property for a period not to exceed ten years.
The ordinance shall also set forth a process to qualify for the tax stabilization program.
Passed as Resolution of the Burrillville Town Council this 24th day of May, 2006.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Ronald E. Faford. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
8. New Business:
06-150 VOTED to receive the presentation by the Bicentennial Commission.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
Discussion: Patricia Henderson and Patricia Mehrtens, Co-Chair of the Bicentennial Committee, presented a Bicentennial banner to be display in the town building. Ms. Henderson and Ms. Mehrtens reviewed the events scheduled throughout the year. It was noted that the Levy Foundation had donated $10,000 for the Bicentennial Parade in memory of the late Councilor Louis Bleiweis and that Mrs. Bleiweis would serve as the Grand Marshall of the Parade. Ocean State Power had also donated $2,500 toward the parade expenses. Those expenses were discussed. The Council thanked the Bicentennial Committee for the banner and for their presentation.
VOTED to receive and file.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Ronald E. Faford. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
06-151 VOTED to open the correspondence from Donna Flemming, East Wallum Lake Road, regarding discussion of the Junked and Abandoned Vehicle Ordinance.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Ronald E. Faford. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
Discussion: Donna Flemming of 1701 East Wallum Lake Road indicated that she had problems related to the Junked and Abandoned Vehicle Ordinance. Walter J. Kane, Town Solicitor, noted Ms. Flemming has a case in the Municipal Court and that Town Council has no jurisdiction over the Court. Mr. Kane suggested that general discussion of an ordinance would be appropriate. Ms. Flemming asked for clarification of the terms of the ordinance. Mr. Kane indicated that interpretation of the ordinance is under the Court’s authority.
VOTED to receive and file.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
06-152 Proposed amendments to the ordinances of the Town of Burrillville, 2004, as revised, Chapter 8, Section 15 – Class B and C license rules, relative to the application period for permission to serve alcoholic beverages on a deck or patio; for first reading and scheduling a public hearing.
VOTED to schedule for June 14, 2006.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Nancy F. Binns. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
06-153 VOTED to open the correspondence from the Burrillville Sewer Commission regarding their request that the Town Council schedule a joint workshop.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
VOTED to schedule a workshop for 6:00 p.m. on June 28, 2006, immediately preceding the regular meeting.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
06-154 VOTED to declare surplus certain items, as listed in the correspondence from Edward J. Pienkos, Information Systems Manager.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Nancy F. Binns. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
06-155 VOTED to open the correspondence from Jay Drew, Assessor, regarding his recommendation that the Town contract with the firm Certified Revaluation Company for the upcoming triennial revaluation project.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
Discussion: Michael C. Wood, Town Manager, explained the proposal. Mr. Wood indicated that there might be a purchase of computer hardware associated with the revaluation, suggesting that the contract might be awarded and the hardware purchase considered at a later date. It was noted that revaluation contract had gone out to bid and the CIP funds had been budgeted. There was discussion that the State would reimburse the town for $107,600 of the cost.
VOTED to contract with the firm Certified Revaluation Company for the upcoming triennial revaluation project for $147,400.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
06-156 VOTED to open discussion of the correspondence from Council President Wallace F. Lees requesting that the Town Council discuss and take action on a 2006 summer schedule for regular meetings.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
VOTED to cancel the first meetings of July, August and September 2006.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Ronald E. Faford. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
06-157 VOTED to open the correspondence from Michael C. Wood, Town Manager, regarding the status of the 2005/2006 Goals & Objectives.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
Discussion: Michael C. Wood, Town Manager, explained that the Town Council was reviewing excerpts from the 2005/2006 Goals & Objectives to allow them to provide direction for action by the administration. Also included, he said, were suggestions for pending legislation that affects the Town Council’s goals and objectives.
Motion by Councilor Edward F. Bonczek to accept as written. There was no second.
Councilors Nancy F. Binns and Margaret L. Dudley recommended that the legislation be considered individually.
VOTED to oppose H7359.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
Further discussion: It was noted that there was confusion on the contents of House Bill H7359.
VOTED to amend the vote; that the Town Council oppose Senate Bill 2006 – S2380 and House Bill 2006 - H7408 (rather than H7359).
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
VOTED to support H7359, related to the elimination of unfunded mandates.
Motion by Councilor Nancy F. Binns. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
Further discussion: The clerk was asked to review the bills under consideration.
VOTED to endorse Senate Bill 2006 – S2029.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Nancy F. Binns. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
VOTED to support Senate Bill 2006 – S2168.
Motion by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. Seconded by Councilor Nancy F. Binns. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
VOTED to support House Bill 2006 – H7723.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Nancy F. Binns. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
VOTED to oppose The Rhode Island Cesspool Act of 2006.
Motion by Councilor Edward F. Bonczek. Seconded by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
06-158 Correspondence from John P. Mainville, Finance Director, regarding his recommendation to utilize $5,000 from the general fund unreserved, undesignated fund balance for the purpose of providing additional funding for the clerk/sub line item in the Manager’s budget [0100111-515050].
MOTION to utilize $5,000 from the general fund unreserved, undesignated fund balance for the purpose of providing additional funding for the clerk/sub line item in the Manager’s budget [0100111-515050].
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley.
Discussion: Michael C. Wood, Town Manager, indicated that the line item had been funded and utilized periodically throughout the year for temporary help for various departments and support for boards and commissions. Mr. Wood noted that this request was to continue the transition/organization of his office. Councilor Jacqueline Zahn noted the importance of providing clerical support to the various boards, commissions and committees. It was noted that the account had been funded to a higher level in earlier years and that this would not establish a position but rather fund temporary support.
The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
9. Town Clerk/Communication:
06-159 VOTED to receive and file the correspondence from Susan Parker Bodine, Assistant Administrator, US EPA, regarding the Town’s selection for an EPA cleanup grant.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Edward F. Bonczek. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
06-160 VOTED to receive and file the correspondence from John P. Mainville to Pascoag Fire District and Harrisville Fire District regarding 2005 FEMA reimbursement.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
06-161 VOTED to receive and file the correspondence from Kathleen M. Silvia, City Clerk of Newport, regarding the Newport City Council’s adoption of a resolution in support of the HousingWorksRI Legislative Platform.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
06-162 VOTED that the Town Council President accept the invitation from Connie Leathers, Chair, Ancients and Horribles Parade, to participate in the parade on July 4th 2006.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion carried, five in favor, one opposed, one excused. Voting in favor of the motion were Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Voting in opposition was Council President Wallace F. Lees. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
06-163 VOTED to support Senate Resolution 06-R225 proclaiming April 26, 2006 to be “City and Town Clerk Day” in the State of Rhode Island.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
10. VOTED to receive the following reports:
1. Town Treasurer: April 2006
2. Burrillville Sewer Commission: Report of April 2006, Meetings of April 11 & 25, 2006
3. Tax Collector: April 2006
4. Department of Public Works: Report of April 2006
5. Chief of Police: April 2006
6. Office of Building Official: April 2006
7. Animal Control Officer: April 2006
8. Burrillville Housing Authority: Meeting of April 4, 2006
9. Planning Board: Meetings of April 3, 2006
10. Zoning Board of Review: No report
11. Town Planner: No report
12. Parks and Recreation Department: May 2006
13. Information Systems Department: April 2006
14. Burrillville Conservation Commission: Meetings of December 13, 2005; January 10, February 13, March 14, & April 11, 2006
15. Juvenile Hearing Board: No report
16. Ordinance Subcommittee: Meetings of April 18 & May 2, 2006
17. Redevelopment Agency: Meetings of March 28, 2006
18. Route 102 Study Commission: No report
19. BOSAP: No report
20. Personnel Board: Meeting of April 17, 2006
21. Screening Subcommittee: No report
22. Downtown Pascoag and Neighborhood Association: No report
23. Budget Board: No report
24. Library Building Committee: Meetings of March 9 & 30, 2006
25. Burrillville School Committee: Meetings of December 6 and 13, 2005
26. Library Fundraising Committee: Meetings of April 19, 2006
27. Callahan School Building Committee: Project Summary; and Meetings of February 27, March 27, April 13, & April 24, 2006
Motion by Councilor Ronald E. Faford. Seconded by Councilor Margaret L. Dudley. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
11. Additional New Business:
06-164 Request for Executive Session from Michael C. Wood, Town Manager, pursuant to Rhode Island Open Meeting Law [42-46-5 (a)(2)] for discussions relating to litigation matters and [42-46-5 (a)(5)] for review, discussion and considerations related to the acquisition, sale and exchange of real property.
Note: The request was withdrawn.
12. VOTED to adjourn.
Motion by Councilor Jacqueline Zahn. Seconded by Councilor Ronald E. Faford. The motion was unanimous by the six members present. Voting in favor of the motion were Council President Wallace F. Lees, Councilors Jacqueline Zahn, Nancy F. Binns, Edward F. Bonczek, Margaret L. Dudley and Ronald E. Faford. Councilor William A. Andrews was excused due to vacation.
The meeting was taped. The tape is on file with the record of the meeting.
Louise R. Phaneuf, Town Clerk
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