NARRAGANSETT TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR TOWN COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 5, 2018 MINUTES
At a Regular Meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Narragansett held on
Monday, March 5, 2018 at 7:30 p.m., at the Narragansett Town Hall.
Present: Susan Cicilline-Buonanno, President
Matthew M. Mannix, President Pro Tem
Jill A. Lawler, Member
Michael T. Moretti, Member
Patrick W. Murray, Member
James M. Manni, Town Manager
Mark A. Davis, Town Solicitor
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno, President calls the meeting to order and leads those in attendance in
Pledging Allegiance to the Flag.
President Buonanno thanked the Town Manager and the entire staff for all their hard work and efforts during the major snowstorm that hit the area.
James Manni, Town Manager addressed the council on the snowstorm. He noted that 4,000 resident’s loss the power to their homes. He noted that the vast majority of town employees were coming to work when other people were trying to go home. James Manni explained that the Fire
Department, under Chief Partington was the command in control where they were watching over the town and directing operations as needed, the police department was responding to down
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trees, wires, and the public works department was vital. He noted they worked around the clock and the wastewater department slept at the plant. He noted the Building Inspectors were now
dealing with the aftermath as well as the Parks and Recreation Department. He also thanked volunteers that were at the library as it was opened as a warming center. He noted there were 20 to 40 people there and a full time fire crew stayed there if needed.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Matthew M. Mannix moved, Michael T. Moretti seconded and it is so voted to approve the minutes of the February 5, 2018 Work Session Meeting as presented.
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
Matthew M. Mannix moved, Michael T. Moretti seconded and it is so voted to approve the minutes of the February 5, 2018 Regular Meeting as presented.
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
Matthew M. Mannix moved, Michael T. Moretti seconded and it is so voted to approve the minutes of the February 20, 2018 Regular Meeting as presented.
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno abstained
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SHOW CASE/PRESENTATIONS:
Proclamation – Girl Scout Week March 11 – March 17, 2018
Southgansett Troop
Welcome – Alfred Bailey, Student and Senator from the URI External Affairs was
recognized. Mr. Bailey attended town council meetings for the past three years and is a
liaison between the town and students. He noted that there will be a spring cleanup on
April 21, 2018 in Narragansett and invited all to work with URI students on Earth Day.
Update on the Road Improvement Project
James Manni and Michael DiCicco, Public Works Director reviewed a PowerPoint
Presentation on the $17 Million Road improvement bond. The presentation is
attached to the minutes
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A MOTION to SCHEDULE a PUBLIC HEARING for a text revision of Section 11.3,
(Public Hearing and Notice) requirements of the Zoning Ordinance of the Town of
Narragansett.
The Community Development Department is requesting a Public Hearing with the Town Council to revise the text in Section 11.3 of the Zoning Ordinance. The text as currently written specifies
that notice to property owners within a 200 foot radius of any site proposed for zoning variances
and/or special use permits be made via “certified mail”. This process involves a recipient
signature of receipt for the mailing notification. If no one is home a card is left in the mailbox
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indicating certified mail being held at the post office. Oftentimes the recipient does not retrieve the hearing notice and only finds out about the zoning amendment after its approval.
The proposed change will allow for a use of Postal Form 3817 “Certificate of Mailing” instead of
the standard certified mail form. Two clear benefits will accrue from this policy change”.
1. The “certified” mail notice of hearing will be delivered to the recipient’s mailbox without
the need for onsite signature. This will ensure that owners whose home is vacant during the day
will not have to go to the post office to sign for the certified mail.
2. Cost of notification will be reduced by nearly half.
This change is specifically authorized by State Zoning Enabling law. This item was reviewed by
the Planning Board and recommended for approval in February 20, 2018.Staff suggests a public
hearing date of March 19, 2018.
Matthew M. Mannix moved, Michael T. Moretti seconded and it is voted to SCHEDULE a
PUBLIC HEARING for a text revision of Section 11.3, (Public Hearing and Notice) requirements
of the Zoning Ordinance of the Town of Narragansett to March 19, 2018 at 8:00 p.m.
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
A MOTION to HOLD a PUBLIC HEARING on an Application for a Transfer of a Alcohol
Beverage License from Whalerock Restaurant Group, LLC d/b/a Tortuga Restaurant to
High Tide Restaurant LLC d/b/a High Tide Restaurant, Assessor’s Plat, C, Lot 319, 21 Pier
Market Place, Narragansett, RI.
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Whalerock Restaurant Group, LLC and High Tide Restaurant, LLC have filed an
Application for a Transfer a Beverage License at 21 Pier Market Place,
Assessor is Plat C, Lot 319.
The current conditions in place for the Tortuga Restaurant are as follows:
a) Detailed floor/seating plan for 26 seats for the outside dining area and portable
service bar for Fire Marshall review and approval prior to issuance of a permit.
b) Assure proper protection of the outdoor bar area through physical barriers as
necessary and submit a plan to the Fire Marshall and Building Official for
approval prior to issuance of a permit.
c) Provide adequate staffing at all times for the outside dining area.
d) Six (6) seats are allowed at the bar located inside the premises.
e) No Entertainment.
No transfer to another person shall be permitted unless indebtedness of the licensee incurred in
the operation of licensed premises shall be paid to or released by an objecting creditor. If the
debt is disputed, the transfer may be permitted upon the sworn statement of the licensee that the
debt is disputed and the dispute is not being raised to facilitate the transfer (Rhode Island General
Laws Section 3¬5-19).
Creditors cannot object to a transfer resulting from a proceeding in Bankruptcy, Receivership,
Probate or other judicial process.
No transfer to another person shall be permitted unless a Certificate of Good Standing is issued
by the State of Rhode Island Division of Taxation indicating all State taxes have been paid. Town Council Meeting Minutes March 5, 2018 Book 59 Page 102
No transfer to another person shall be permitted if there is a delinquency in payment of municipal taxes or user fees.
The Town Council has general discretionary authority to deny relocations or transfers of a license based upon the same criteria, which it has established for issuance of an original license.
Criteria for Transfer Application:
Qualification of transferee to hold and operate the license;
Compliance with all Town Ordinances;
Such other public health and safety factors as each individual application may
present;
Whether the transferee is proposing to change the type of operation of the business.
If so, then all of the criteria set forth in Section G.1. of the Town’s Rules and
Regulations shall also be applicable.
Michael T. Moretti moved, Patrick W. Murray seconded and it is so voted to Open the PUBLIC
HEARING.
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
James Callaghan, Attorney for the applicants addressed the council. He introduced Brian Noka
one of the members of the High Tide, LLC Restaurant. He explained they were seeking to
transfer the liquor license currently held by Whalerock Restaurant Group at 21 Pier Market Place
to the High Tide Restaurant. He noted they submitted a draft menu and it will be far more
complex once the process is finished. Town Council Meeting Minutes March 5, 2018 Book 59 Page 103
James Callaghan explained the restaurant will have full liquor service and there were only six
seats at the bar. He noted that they knew there were previous conditions with the building and
his clients were not asking to change any at this time. He noted they would be submitting BCI
checks, and that the certificate of good standing from the Division of Taxation was still
outstanding. Attorney Callaghan asked the council to approve the transfer conditioned upon
those items.
President Buonanno asked for questions from the council members and hearing none she then
asked for public comment.
Proponents and Opponents were called and there were no comments from the public.
Patrick W. Murray moved, Jill Lawler seconded and it is voted to approve the Transfer of a
Alcohol Beverage License from Whalerock Restaurant Group, LLC d/b/a Tortuga Restaurant to
High Tide Restaurant LLC d/b/a High Tide Restaurant, Assessor’s Plat, C, Lot 319, 21 Pier
Market Place, Narragansett, RI., subject to all local and state regulations.
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
Matthew M. Mannix moved, Michael T. Moretti seconded and it is unanimously so voted to
CLOSE the PUBLIC HEARING.
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
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OPEN FORUM:
Open Forum is now held and the following individuals address the Council, viz:
Steven Garfinkle of Boston Neck Road addressed the council for relief of beach parking on the north side of Star Drive West. He noted that many of the people come in convoys of vehicles with four to five people in a vehicle. They damage the area by leaving trash behind. He explained that the town owns property near him, which is a paper street. He noted that he and his wife have been cleaning the vacant area as they were afraid of a rodent problem due to the food that is left behind. He asked the town to order the appropriate department to clean up the area and report back to you on the mess that has been left behind. He asked for relief and a better quality of life; Stanley Wojciechowski of Narragansett commented on a recent editorial written by
Councilor Lawler and thanked her for looking at the town as more of a business and looking at alternatives for the town; He said the town should partner up with South Kingstown to reduce costs and have better programs while saving money; Richard Van Germeersch of Osceola addressed the council on the recreation fields at Clarke Farm and believed a group should be formed to raise money to improve the fields. He commented that the sale of Clark Farm should
wait until the new and old library, moving the senior center to the old library and moving the
recreation department to the senior center. He said it would take five years and the sale should wait. He also that the Finance Committee should be in on any matters that involve money; He said it was a Poncey scheme; Patrick Brady of Boston Neck Road criticized the lighting at the
beach that was recently installed and said it looked like as a prison camp. He said it makes no Town Council Meeting Minutes March 5, 2018 Book 59 Page 105
sense to point the lights toward the street; Diane Hamprin, formerly of Narragansett commented on the lack of affordable housing in town and asked the town to build affordable units in town.
She commented she worked in town and wanted to live in the town and send her children to the schools in town;
CONSENT AGENDA:
The consent agenda is voted on with one motion.
1. A MOTION to APPROVE the request from the American Diabetes Association to
conduct a cycling fundraiser Tour de Cure to be held on Sunday June 3, 2018 from
7:00 am to 3:00 pm, subject to approval of state and local regulations.
APPROVED (Buonanno-Mannix 5/0)
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
2. A MOTION to APPROVE the request from Surfers Healing RI to conduct a one-day
free surf camp for children with autism at the Town Beach on September 15, 2018
from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm subject to approval of state and local regulations.
APPROVED (Buonanno-Mannix 5/0)
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
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3. A MOTION to APPROVE the request from the Animal Rescue League of Southern
RI to conduct their annual Bark on the Beach fundraiser at the Town Beach on
October 13, 2018 from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm subject to approval of state and local
regulations.
APPROVED (Buonanno-Mannix 5/0)
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
4. A MOTION to APPROVE and authorizes the Narragansett Parks and Recreation
Department to partner with the Narrow River Preservation Association and the
Narrow River Land Trust in offering five educational programs at the
Middlebridge property, subject to approval of state and
local regulations.
APPROVED (Buonanno-Mannix 5/0)
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
5. A MOTION to APPROVE the waiver of interest for taxpayers in accordance with
Ordinance 2010-936.
APPROVED (Buonanno-Mannix 5/0)
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
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6. A MOTION to APPROVE the purchase of IMSA (fire alarm) Cable and Terminal
Boxes from the lowest quoted vendor, Power and Telephone, in the total amount
of $2,565.00.
APPROVED (Buonanno-Mannix 5/0)
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
7. A MOTION to APPROVE the purchase and installation of a replacement cartridge
split seal for one of the main pumps at the Sprague Bridge Pump Station from Hayes
Pump, Inc. in the amount of $2,745.00.
APPROVED (Buonanno-Mannix 5/0)
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
8. A MOTION to APPROVE the emergency replacement of the automatic transfer
switch for the emergency stand-by power generator at the Seaport Village Pump
Station to be completed by The Lightship Group, LLC, in the amount of $4,668.00.
APPROVED (Buonanno-Mannix 5/0)
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
9. A MOTION to APPROVE a Class F-1 Alcoholic Beverage License for the
Narragansett Chamber of Commerce for Spring Restaurant Week fundraising event
to be held on March 22, 2018 at the Towers, subject to state and local regulations. Town Council Meeting Minutes March 5, 2018 Book 59 Page 108
APPROVED (Buonanno-Mannix 5/0)
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
10. A MOTION to APPROVE a Class F Alcoholic Beverage License for the
Narragansett Chamber of Commerce for 4th Annual Calamari Festival fundraising
event to be held on September 8, 2018 at the Veterans Park, subject to state and local
regulations.
APPROVED (Buonanno-Mannix 5/0)
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
11. A MOTION to REFER a request from Amy Sonder, PLS on behalf of George
Lenihan and Joe Paglia for a waiver of the Sewer Policy for Plat H, Lots 92 & 93,
South Pier Road (vacant land) to the Sewer Policy Committee for review.
REFERRED (Buonanno-Mannix 5/0)
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
OLD BUSINESS: None
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NEW BUSINESS:
12. A MOTION to APPROVE the Purchase and Sales Agreement for the purchase of the building formerly known as the Belmont Market Place and 59 parking spaces (the
“Library Unit”); and the building currently occupied by Pier Liquors and 9 parking spaces
(the “Liquor Store Unit”); and the strip of parking spaces abutting the Town of
Narragansett’s Public Safety building and running to Caswell Street ("Parcel C") for a
total Purchase Price of Two Million Eight Hundred Thousand Dollars ($2,800,000.00) of
which Two Million Four Hundred Thousand Dollars ($2,400,000) is attributable to the
purchase of the Library Unit and is to be financed by bonds issued under Resolution 2017-
01 and Four Hundred Thousand Dollars ($400,000.00) is attributable to the Liquor Store
Unit and Parcel C the source of funds or financing for which is to be determined.
In 2016, the Narragansett residents voted for a 5.8 million dollar bond to purchase a library.
After much discussion and debate, the Town Council and the Library Board agreed on pursuing the purchase of the Belmont Market Place for the new Narragansett Library. Negotiations between the Town and Gilbane have been going on for almost 2 years. A purchase and sales
agreement is recommended for approval by the Town Council.
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Michael Moretti moved, Patrick Murray seconded and it is so voted to APPROVE the Purchase and Sales Agreement for the purchase of the building formerly known as the Belmont Market
Place and 59 parking spaces (the “Library Unit”); and the building currently occupied by Pier
Liquors and 9 parking spaces (the “Liquor Store Unit”); and the strip of parking spaces abutting
the Town of Narragansett’s Public Safety building and running to Caswell Street ("Parcel C") for a total Purchase Price of Two Million Eight Hundred Thousand Dollars ($2,800,000.00) of which
Two Million Four Hundred Thousand Dollars ($2,400,000) is attributable to the purchase of the
Library Unit and is to be financed by bonds issued under Resolution 2017-01 and Four Hundred
Thousand Dollars ($400,000.00) is attributable to the Liquor Store Unit and Parcel C the source of funds or financing for which is to be determined.
Councilor Mannix questioned the common maintenance fees. Town Solicitor, Mark Davis explained that in Section 2.3 of the Purchase and Sales agreement will be negotiated during the defined period of inspections and the town determines in the 60 days or the 30 days extension period and the town finds something not suitable or cannot agree on the shared maintenance agreement the parties will part ways. He noted at this point, the common maintenance fees have not been negotiated at this point.
Residents Patrick Bray, Richard VanGermeersch, Stanley Wojciechowski, Paul Zonfrillo and
Steve Ferrandi spoke on the purchase and sales agreement.
A discussion ensues among the councilmembers on the price, fees and negotiations and ownership of the property.
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Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye, Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye,
Matthew M. Mannix nay, Jill Lawler nay
13. A MOTION to INTRODUCE, READ, PASS and ACCEPT An Ordinance In
Amendment Of Chapter 731 of the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Narragansett,
Rhode Island, Entitled “Zoning” (Historic Districts Mapping, Section 5.7 (Districts)
The ordinance will codify the expansion of the Central Street Historic District and the new
Narragansett Avenue historic district, pursuant to the Town Council vote of approval on
February 5, 2018.
This action came following two years of study and workshops by the Narragansett Historic
District Commission. The HDC produced these proposals based on extensive research of building age, numerous field walks and three neighborhood workshops conducted in the summer of 2016. There were two working sessions with the Town Council early in 2017.
Numerous changes were made following input from the Council and public over the four months that the public hearing was opened, (October 2, 2017 – February 5, 2018). Staff has updated the maps with the Town Council-approved revisions. Four other districts targeted for adoption or expansion were rejected.
Michael Moretti moved, Matthew M. Mannix seconded and it is so voted to INTRODUCE,
READ, PASS and ACCEPT An Ordinance In Amendment Of Chapter 731 of the Code of
Ordinances of the Town of Narragansett, Rhode Island, Entitled “Zoning” (Historic Districts
Mapping, Section 5.7 (Districts) Town Council Meeting Minutes March 5, 2018 Book 59 Page 112
Residents Stanley Wojciechowski, Meg Rogers and Richard VanGermeersch spoke.
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye,
Patrick W. Murray nay
14. A MOTION to APPROVE the 2018 Middlebridge Marina rental slip rates at $700.00 per full slip and $525.00 for a sideslip, which reflects no increases for the 2018 season.
The Parks and Recreation Department is seeking approval for the 2018 Middlebridge Marina fee schedule of $700.00 per full slip and $525.00 for a sideslip. The Middlebridge Marina has thirty- seven slips, thirty-four are full slips and three are sideslips. Presently there are twenty-four
Narragansett resident/taxpayers on a waiting list for the marina slips. At the February 15, 2018
Narragansett Land Conservancy Trust Meeting the board agreed and voted to approve no increases for marina slips for the 2018 operating season.
Matthew M. Mannix moved, Michael Moretti seconded and it is unanimously so voted to
APPROVE the 2018 Middlebridge Marina rental slip rates at $700.00 per full slip and $525.00
for a sideslip, which reflects no increases for the 2018 season.
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
15. A MOTION to APPROVE the SCADA (telemetry and status monitoring system) and
Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) phase of the Scarborough Wastewater Treatment
Facilities (WWTF) Aeration System Improvements Project to be completed by Electrical
Installations, Inc., in the amount of $63,209.00. Town Council Meeting Minutes March 5, 2018 Book 59 Page 113
In May 2017, the Town Council authorized the purchase of aeration equipment as part of the first phase of the Scarborough WWTF Aeration System Improvements Project. The new aeration equipment that was approved last year was installed in the late summer of 2017 in two (2) of the aeration system channels as part of our pilot testing, as this represented new technology for us at our facility. Now that we are satisfied with the equipment and the operational aspects of this new technology, the next step is to fabricate and install the automated control systems, which include
Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs, which match the motor output with the demand, as opposed to a constant speed system) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) components. VFDs are more energy efficient than conventional single speed drives, and the
SCADA links will allow for real-time monitoring of the aeration system operation.
The provider of the aeration equipment (Aeration Industries International, through Aqua
Solutions, Inc.) can supply the VFD and control panels, and quoted us a price of $39,886.00 per panel (see attached). We will need one (1) panel for every aeration drive unit (total of two (2) installed to-date). Our SCADA service provider, Electrical Installations, Inc. (EII) can also fabricate and install the panels, and quoted us a price schedule of $28,240.00 for the panel in the outer ring, $34,969.00 for the next control panel, and then $33,529.00 for additional panels that we will need with the next phase of this project (scheduled for later in 2018).
On February 20, 2018, the Town Council approved a contract extension for the annual
preventative maintenance agreement for Instrumentation, Control Programming & SCADA
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Equipment/System with Electrical Installations, Inc. (EII). Similar to our other service contracts, this process allows us to complete repairs and system upgrades, with hourly rates and multipliers for equipment and materials that are held for a one (1) year period. Electrical Installations, Inc. has held this contract for over ten (10) years and is very familiar with our facilities, having designed and installed most of our current SCADA systems.
The Engineering Department has reviewed the proposals from Aeration Industries and EII, and is hereby recommending an award accordingly to EII at their quoted pricing (one (1) panel at
$28,240.00 and one (1) panel at $34,969.00, for a total of $63,209.00).
Under the current Council policy, projects with a value of over $4,000.00 under this format require Town Council approval. Funding is available in the Wastewater Enterprise Fund Capital
Projects Account #0032 50617, Scarborough WWTF.
Matthew M. Mannix moved, Michael Moretti seconded and it is unanimously so voted to
APPROVE the SCADA (telemetry and status monitoring system) and Variable Frequency Drive
(VFD) phase of the Scarborough Wastewater Treatment Facilities (WWTF) Aeration System
Improvements Project to be completed by Electrical Installations, Inc., in the amount of
$63,209.00.
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
16. A MOTION to REJECT the bid received for the Fire-Rescue CBRNE Response
Vessel and authorizes staff to pursue other procurement options.
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Bids were solicited for the purchase of one new Fire Rescue CBRNE (Chemical, Biological,
Radiological, Nuclear, Explosives) Response Vessel.
The request for bids was advertised in the Narragansett Times, solicited and posted on the Town of Narragansett and State Purchasing Division websites. Two (2) vendors were solicited and only
one (1) responded. The attached spreadsheets list the results from the solicitation.
The sole bidder exceeded the allowable maximum funding allocated for the project and cannot
meet the completion time frame required by the grant. The Fire Department has made
modifications to the original specifications and has sought alternative procurement options,
which would meet the cost and completion time frame for this federally funded project.
This project is 100% funded through a reimbursable grant award from the Department of
Homeland Security (DHS) 2015 Port Security Grant Program (PSGP), in the amount of
$384,000.00.
Patrick W. Murray moved, Michael Moretti seconded and it is unanimously so voted to REJECT
the bid received for the Fire-Rescue CBRNE Response Vessel and authorizes staff to pursue
other procurement options.
James Manni explained that the boat company informed the town they no longer could build the
boat for the town in a timely manner. The next motion would be for purchasing a boat already
built.
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
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17. A MOTION to APPROVE the Purchase of One Fire Rescue CBRNE Response
Vessel from North River Boats, in the total amount of $356,976.10 utilizing the GSA
contract and authorizes the Town Manager to sign the contract after review by the Town
Solicitor.
The Fire Department will acquire through federal funding a Fire-Rescue and CBRNE boat
(Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives) outfitted with specialized
equipment to detect and respond to incidents involving chemicals, biological substances, nuclear
or explosive devices/materials. This boat will be equipped with onboard fire suppression pumps
allowing for the ability to easily access marine facilities and to quickly board other vessels to
fight fires. The United States Coast Guard has extremely limited CBRNE capabilities and zero
firefighting capable vessels. This Fire-Rescue Boat will be the first in the Port of Galilee.
Consequently, the USCG has recognized that such an asset would greatly increase waterborne
firefighting capabilities available to Narragansett and the surrounding waters.
North River Boats is highly recommended to fulfill the mission scope of the PSGP program for
the department. Their pricing is part of the GSA schedule (General Services Administration) and
they can deliver the boat to meet the grant date deadline (per GSA Contract #GS07F-0357M).
Funding is available through a reimbursable grant award from the U.S. Department of Homeland
Security’s (DHS) Port Security Grant Program (PSGP), which is designed to help communities
increase port-wide maritime risk management; enhance domain awareness; conduct training and
exercises; and expand port recovery and resiliency capabilities. Town Council Meeting Minutes March 5, 2018 Book 59 Page 117
Michael Moretti moved, Jill Lawler seconded and it is unanimously so voted to APPROVE the
Purchase of One Fire Rescue CBRNE Response Vessel from North River Boats, in the total amount of $356,976.10 utilizing the GSA contract and authorizes the Town Manager to sign the contract after review by the Town Solicitor.
Jill Lawler aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye, Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
Matthew M. Mannix nay
18. A MOTION to ADOPT a resolution in opposition to the proposed inclusion of the
North Atlantic region in the 2019-2024 National Outer Continental shelf oil and gas leasing.
The Bureau of Ocean and Energy Management (BOEM) in the US Department of Interior has released the 2019-2024 National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing draft proposed program. The proposal would open the federal waters of the North Atlantic region to oil and gas
exploration and drilling, an area that begins just three miles off the coasts of New Jersey through
Maine, within which the State of Rhode Island is centrally situated. Rhode Islanders have long
relied upon New England’s marine environment as a source of food, jobs, and recreation and,
through strong laws and leadership at the state and local level, have conserved and protected our fisheries, habitats, and coastal resources;
This item was pulled from the agenda and no action was taken.
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19. A MOTION to SCHEDULE the BEACH WORK SESSION with the Town Council and the Park and Recreation Director, Recreation Advisory Board and staff for Monday,
September 17, 2018 at 6:30 p.m.
At the conclusion of every season, the town council reviews the beach operations, revenues and policies with the Director of Parks and Recreation, Recreation Advisory Board and staff.
Michael Moretti moved, Matthew Mannix seconded and it is unanimously so voted to
SCHEDULE the BEACH WORK SESSION with the Town Council and the Park and Recreation
Director, Recreation Advisory Board and staff for Monday, September 17, 2018 at 6:30 p.m.
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
20. A MOTION to APPOINT/REAPPOINT an individual to the Board of Canvassers
for a six-year term, which will expire March 1, 2024.
The Board of Canvassers has one seat available for reappointment. Richard Bourbonnais has
requested reappointment. There are also two alternate seats vacant with no recommendations on
file from either the Republican or Democratic Committees. The following indicates the original
board appointment date and expiration date of the current member.
Town Council Meeting Minutes March 5, 2018 Book 59 Page 119
Name Appointed Expiration Date
Richard Bourbonnais 10/01/2012 03/01/2018
Vacant, alternate 03/01/2018
Vacant, alternate 03/01/2018
According to the Council rules, no person shall be appointed to serve concurrently on more than one commission, committee or board created by the Town Council, with the exception of ad hoc
commissions, committees or boards, or dual appointments required by charter, ordinance or
resolution. Dual office may be permitted if all applications on file are given appropriate
consideration before a person is appointed to a second board or committee and the appointment
will not violate the town charter.
Matthew Mannix moved, Patrick W. Murray seconded and it is unanimously so voted to
REAPPOINT Richard Bourbonnais to the Board of Canvassers for a six-year term, which will
expire March 1, 2024.
Jill Lawler aye, Matthew M. Mannix aye, Michael T. Moretti aye, Patrick W. Murray aye,
Susan Cicilline-Buonanno aye
ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting adjourns at 9:03 p. m.
ATTEST: MINUTES ACCEPTED AS PRESENTED 04-02-18
Anne M. Irons, CMC Anne M. Irons, CMC Council Clerk Council Clerk A digital format is made a part of the record for a complete account of the meeting. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaXrjLKjolyaFtqVXBLwEfg