Date posted: JANUARY 17,2 2023 by 4:00 P.M. All items on this agenda are tol be discussed and/or acted upon.  TOWN OF LITTLE COMPTON TOWN COUNCIL Wilbur-McMahon School . Library 28 Commons Little Compton, RI  MEETING OF JANUARY 19, 2023  Live streaming at  htpsy/hypwyoumbe.comlma/CNeKOBN4B5all,oXH09E  AGENDA  6:30j pm - Interviews with (2) two candidates for fire fighter  7:00 P.M.  Salute to the Flag Announcements:  Presentation on Community Septic System Loan Program presented by RI Infrastructure Bank  Approval of Minutes - January 5,2022 Department Head Reports:  1. Police Department -] December 2022 2. Town Clerk - December 2022  Old Business:  1. Receive letter from RI Salt Water. Anglers Association - open letter concerning installation ofOffshore Wind Energy Cables in the Sakonnet River a. Consider "endorsing" Route 88 study as an alternative to Sakonnet River routing of energy cables from offshore wind turbines  2. Consider draft Terms of] Engagement for Town Solicitor for engagement of services has been completed.  3. Consider extemsion'ofengagement of current Town Solicitor until selection process  New Business:  1.1 Receive letters ofinterest for the following and appoint:  (1) Conservation Commission member - three year term (Jan. 315) 2026 (3) Harbor Commission members -1 three year term (Feb. 1s1) 2026    (2)) Housing Trust - five year term (Jan. 24#)2 2028 (3) Planning Board members - four year term (Feb. 1$1)2027 (2) Recreation Committee member- = three year term (Feb. 1$),2026 (1) Tree Warden - annual appointment in January for March 1st  2. Receive letter ofr resignation from Don McNaughton resigning his position on the Budget Committee due tol his recent appointment to the LC. Agricultural Conservancy Trust 3. Memo from Town Administrator seeking permission to advertise a RFP fort thei replacement 4. Consider allowing the family of Charles and Isabella Bone to place an appropriate stone ini the Old Burying Ground to document theiri internment, and to authorize Marjory O'Toole and the 5. Copy ofal letter and a Certificate of Appreciation received from RI Dept. of] Health recognizing the contributions ofLittle Compton to the State's COVID-19 Response and  oft the Town Landing Well Head House Town Clerk to oversee this effort. Vaccine Campaign 2020-2022 Board ofLicense Commissioners: none  Communications:  1. Request from the LC Prevention Coalition for budget funding ini the amount of $7501 to 2. Request from Charles Kinnane to hold the "Shortest St. Patrick's) Day Parade in Rhode Island" on Sunday, March 18th at 1:30 PM at 26 Main Street in Adamsville as a 3. Copy ofa a resolution adopted by the Exeter Town Council urging rejection of changes to the RI Enabling Act as proposed by the RI House of] Representatives Land Use 4. Public Notice for proposed rule-making and Public Hearing 1 proposed Ocean State Adaptation and Resilience Fund (650-RIRC-30-05-01), hearing to bel held Jan. 24, 2023, conference room. A oft the Dept. of Admins., One Capitol Hill, Providence.  bei included in the proposed FY24 budget  fundraising event for the Little Compton Food Bank  Commission dated Nov. 10, ,2022  Consent:  1. Copy ofal letter sent to the Town Administrator by the Office oft the Auditor General granting an extension to. January 31, 2023 for the submission of the Town ofLittle Compton audited financial report and management letter for FY ended June 30, 2022. 2. Copies ofe emails concerning Mayflower Wind Project received from Frank Haggerty  Payment of] Bills  Consent. Agenda - All items listed are considered to bei routine by the' Town Council and willl be enacted by one: motion. There willl be no separate discussion oft these items unless a council member or citizen sO1 requests in which event the item will be withdrawn fromi the General Order ofbusiness  and considered in the normal sequence on1 the agenda.  All are welcome to any meeting at the town, which is open to the public. Individuals requiring communication: assistance or any accommodation to ensure equal participation will: need to contact  the Town Clerk at 635-4400 not less than 48 hours prior to the meeting.    8  K 3 B  5  - o s R W S 8 a  - e  a  O @ 5 9 E  a  C  I    m000c  MNVE QO C NERIS  a  I  à -  -  a E et E 3 E. 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Members present: PaulJ. Golembeske, Patrick McHugh and Robert L. Mushen. Alsoi in attendance: Antonio Teixeira, Town Administrator and Richard S. Humphrey, Town Solicitor and assistant. Council Members not present: Gary Mataronas and Andrew Iriarte-Moore. At 6:02PM the' Town Council President polled his fellow Councilors as tot their wishes to go into executive session per RIGL42-46-5(a) (2) pertaining to potential litigation, all voted in favor (Golembeske, McHugh, Mushen). Town Solicitor, Richard S. Humphrey addressed the Council in regards to the current Zoning ordinance fora preexisting, non-conforming: residential zone property for sale on East] Main Road that is before the Zoning Board. Currently the property is an existing commercial automotive business. The proposed buyer is wishing to conduct business as a commercial landscaping business. The Solicitor commented,that Çouncil President Mushen past practices has been to request legal advice be given to the Council prior to potential cirçumstances in an attempt to avoid litigation and mitigate risk. Richard Humphrey proposed to add language tot the existing Zoning Ordinance pertaining  to such matters providing an example from Providence, RI.  Arriving at 6:17 PM, Councilor Iriarte-Moore was-polledi to enter the executive.session. Iriarte-Moore voted in favor. Further discussion ensued oft the potential to update the verbiage in the current Zoning ordinance at al later time.  No action was taken by the Council att this time.  At 6:27) PM the Town Council President polled his fellow Councilors as to their wishes to come out of executive session under RIGL 42-46-5 (a) (@) pertaining toj potentiall litigation all voted in favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-  Moore, McHugh, Mushen).  At 6:301 PM the Council conducted interviews with two applicants; Victoria Talbot and Donl McNaughton, for At7:03P PM the gouncil President'called the meetingto order with a Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.  a vacancy on the) Little Comptom-Agrcultura Conservancy' Trust.  Announcements:  1.Letters-ofinterest willl be acceptéd untilJan. 19,2023 at 4PM: for the following: )Conservation Commissionmember- - threey year term (Jan. 31*) 2026 (3)Harbor Commisionmembers t three year term (Feb. 1#)2026 (2)Housing Trust = five year term (Jan, 24#) 2028 (3) Planning Board members four yearterm (Feb. 1s) 2027 (2) Recreation Committee member three year term (Feb. 1$)2026, (1) Tree Warden - annual appointment in January for March 1st  2. Town Hall meetings are relocated from the Town Council chambers during construction. Town Council meetings willl be held at Wilbur McMahon School. Other Boards and Commissions will meet at the Community Center Motion made by Councilor. McHugh, receiving a second by Councilor Golembeske, alli in favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, McHugh, Mushen): To approve, as written the' Town Council meeting minutes for December Councilor Golembeske asked for clarification of the minutes in reference to the motion made at the) December 27,2022 Council Meeting to task the Town. Administrator and the Town Council President to return to a future Council meeting with a draft Financial Agreement for the' Town Solicitor. Said Agreement shall includea periodic stipend: for expected services, and an allowance for litigation expenses. Seeking clarification as to the  or at the Odd Fellows Hall.  22, 2022.    term usage ofa allowance VS: rate. Councilor Mushen responded the intention oft the wording to use the term allowance in al broad sense as a periodic stipend and then an allowance to take the form ofr rate or a charge. Motion made by Councilor. Iriarte-Moore, receiving a second by Councilor Golembeske, alli in favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, McHugh, Mushen): To approve, as written the Town Council meeting Councilor McHugh referred to the' Town Administrators Monthly report in reference to Steve Madden/Madden Electric, Inc. as to him doing ai full assessment oft the electrical needs oft the chambers. Asking the question if this is was something that was not looked at before. Town. Administrator, Tony Teixeira responded iti ist to reassess the needs ofi increased use, additional drops of outlets andiTpurposes. Councilor Mushen commented that this is an example of an evolving number of potential changes, specifically in this instance, because of repositioning the source ofe electricity to the building from overhead wires to underground wires. Motion made by Councilor Iriarte-Moore, receiving a second by Councilor Golembeske, alli ini favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, McHugh, Mushen): Toa accept the Finance Department, Fire Department, Town. Administrator, Tax Assessor DeparmemdieMonthly, reports for December 2022, and the Fire  minutes for December 27, 2022.  Department Yearly 2022 report.  Motion failed as follows: Motion made by Councilor McHugh, receiving asécond by Coumelor.rlgprte-Moore, in favor (riarte-Moore, McHugh) opposed (Golembeske, Mushen):To: appoint Victoria Talbot to the unexpired Councilor Mushen commented that there are two very qualified candidates noting that Mr. McNaughton has yielded on two occasionsfor-others to be appointed to certain roles. He alsonotedi that he has been seeking appointment longer-thàn Ms.Talbot. Councilor Golembeske feelst there would not be as large ofal learning curve: for Mr. McNaughton, but does not want to discourage a citizen who is willing to serve. Councilor McHugh stated he believes there is not al bigl learningcurve tol bel had, and the LCACT needs to go in a different direction with the accrued 2000 acres sincel 1985. He also stated that hel believes Ms. Talbot understands- that from herinteryiéw: and the need toj put farmers on our land. He would also like thel LCACTto figure out howto bej part oft the solution to get affordablel housing and put children in the school. Councilor  term on thel LC. Agricultural Conservancy Trust.  Irarte-Moore stâted he would ask Mr. McNaughton be bold if appointed.  Motion made by Councilor Mushen, receiving a second by Councilor. Iriarte-Moore, in favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, Mushen) opposed (McHugh): To appoint Don McNaughton toi fill the unexpired term of Edmond Maiato on the LC Agricultural Conservancy Trust which will expire. July1 1,2023. Motion made by Councilor Golembeske, receiving a second by Councilor. Iriarte-Moore, all ini favor Meeting on May 16, 2023 at7:00: PM as per Section 301 ofthel LCI Home Rule Charter.  (Golembeske, Iriarte-Mooré, McHugh, Mushen): To set the date and time for the Annual Financial Town Carter Wilkie, ai resident of Adamsville addressed the Council in regards to a signed petition action in 2023 from. Adamsville residents about the street] lamps in the village. Mr. Wilkie commented that he and his neighbor's share a desire to have something done about the lampi posts. There is not a single post that does not need paint. When entering Little Compton from that direction it sets offai really bad first impression oft the Town. Electric boxes are exposed or held on by plastic tape a result ofl lack ofi maintenance and safety hazards. Mr. Wilkie mentioned Steve Flowers, who could not attend the meeting has volunteered his time over the Councilor Mushen commented there are. Rescue Plan Act funds for use to restore the lamps. Intention is to listen to the citizens of Adamsville with a dual armed action to refurbish the lanterns on the Commons and in  years toi repair the lamps and has fulll knowledge of all needed: repairs.    Adamsville in 2023. Councilor Iriarte-Moore stated hei is excited that it is being done as well as repairs tot the Town Hall to give us pride again in our town. Councilor McHugh asked who would be ablet to give an assessment ofall thel lamps as to what is needed for repair. Councilor Golembeske stated it would be ai multi-  phase process requiring an excavator, someone for structural and an electrician.  Motion made by Councilor McHugh, receiving a second by Councilor Iriarte-Moore, alli in favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, McHugh, Mushen): To assign the Town Administrator with hiring an electrician and excavator using funds from the Rescue Plan Act to assess repair work needed for  approximately 55 antique lamps on the Commons and in Adamsville.  Councilor Mushen noted that an email request was received fromMr.Paul Clifford to which he responded, both provided int the Council's packet. The request involves a desireto see electrical power cables buried underground throughout town. Within that email response Councilor Mushen stated that with the refitting of the' Town Hall there is electrical being buried forj power.supply from the Commons. It is expected tol learn a number of lessons from the effort, chief lèssons woyldb becost associated and ability to cross a state road. Lawrence Anderson addressed the council reallingthgtNational Grid came 4 years ago this subject was approached. Part oft the challenge was not only technical and financial, but regulatory. Further stating] National Grid, nowl Rhode Island Energy has the say inj power lines and this is not necessarily the towns call. Councilor  Mushen commented that this could be a substantial challenge.  Motion made by Councilor Golembeske, receiving a second by Councilor) Iriarte-Moore, alli ini favor  (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, McHugh, Mushen): Toj place on fileai recommendation from Paul Clifford for  thet town tol bury electrical power cables underground.  Motion made by Counçilor Golembeske, receiving and second by Councilor Iriarte-Moore, alli ini favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, McHugh, Mushen): That the recommendation of the Tax Assessor for the cancellation of the following taxes be granted under Section 44-7-14 oft the General Laws of] Rhode. Island, as  amended: Acct/Name  Plat/Lot/MV Abatement Value  Abatement Year $1,410.22 2022 $1,227.45 2022  23-0271-30 Gurdon Wattles Estate 20-0371-00 Gurdon Wattles Estate  047-003 047-0007-1  $287,800.00 $250,500.00  Motion made by Councilor Golembeske, receiving and second by Councilor Iriarte-Moore, alli ini favor (Golembeske, rarte-Mpore,Meing", Mushen): Toj place on filet thel letter from the RI Fire Safety Code Board of Appeal and Review announcing the scheduled date ofl February 21, 2023 at 1:00PM for a hearing on  a variance request filed for 40'Commons.  Motion made by Councilor Golembeske, receiving and second by Councilor Iriarte-Moore, alli in favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, McHugh, Mushen): Toj place on: file copies of electronic communications sent tot thet town from Frank Haggerty regarding articles and comments on the Mayflower Wind project proposed Motion made by Councilor Golembeske, receiving and second by Councilor Iriarte-Moore, alli in favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, McHugh, Mushen): That thel bills be allowed and ordered paid as: follows:  offshore on Cape Cod.  $$26,359.01    Tiverton Sign Shop Harbor Master E&JTripp! Lawn Carel Inc. Cemetery fund 1st] Responder Newspaper - Fire Dept. First Ford Inc. -) Fire Dept. W.B.Mason - Fire Dept. Firstnet/At&t Mobility- Fire Dept. Goulart Petroleum, Inc. - Public Safety Complex Sakonnet Energy LLC-E Public Safety Complex Acme Sanitary Services- - Public Safety Complex Northeast Rescue Systems - Ambulance Fund Northeast Rescue Systems Ambulance Fund Bound Tree Ambulance Fund Firematic Supply Co. Inc. Ambulance Fund Southcoast Hospitals Group Ambulance Fund LG Communications: Firel Dept./Public Safety Complex lamRespondinmg.com - Firel Dept. Rhode. Island Energy Street] Lights Esquire Deposition Solutions, LLC -Zoning Board W.B.Mason Town Hall Everlasting Designs Inc. - ITI Dept. Everlasting Designs Inc. - ITI Dept. Petro Public Safety Complex Cox Business Solutions . 32/Commons Cox Business Solutions -40Commons Verizon Waste Water treatment facility New England Association ofCity & Town Clerks Rhode Island Town & City Clerks Association Crystal Rock- Town Hall. Denise Cosgrove Tax Assessor EastBay Media Group Zoning Board EastBay Media Group Probate EastBay Media Group Probate Postmaster - Board of Canvassers Info Quick Solutions Inc. - Town Clerk Firstnet/At&t Mobility- Police Dept Firstnet/At&t Mobilty - Poliçe Dept. West Place. Animal Sanctuary -Policé Dept. Verizon- Police Dept. Crystal Rock Police Dept. New England. Association of Chiefs of] Police, Inc. Island Tech Services NE- - Police Dept. Axon Enterprise Inc. - Police Dept. Aquidneck Mooring. - Harbor Master Aquidneck Mooring - Harbor Master Aquidneck Mooring - Harbor Master  $162.00 $112.00  $85.00 $539.10 $44.95 $369.97 $278.84 $165.62 $335.00 $213.00 $429.00 $216.75 $396.81 $218.06  $1,039.02 $779.46  $1,473.62 $1,874.00 $860.00 $156.61 $50.00 $38.44 $1,406.25 $340.00 $1,209.17 $139.74 $105.34 $56.22 $60.00 $90.00 $85.06 $68.77 $78.00 $15.00 $15.00 $480.00 $1,288.75  $838.80 $47.66 $458.00 $82.83 $95.43 $100.00 $575.50 $7,820.00  $10,018.22 $100.00 $100.00 $698.56    Aquidneck Mooring Harbor Master Raymond Gomes - Town Hall Home Depot - DPW Verizon Wireless- -] DPW/Highway Dept. Aquidneck Fasteners, Inc. Highway Dept.  $100.00 $1,900.00 $552.50 $643.18 $81.65 $182.45  Helger Bros. Construction and' Trucking LLC- Town Hall  Having no further business before the Council the Council President deglredthe meeting adjourned at 7:31 PM.  HeatherJ. Cook, Deputy Town Clerk    Due)  Little Compton Police Department Town of Little Compton, Rhode Island  60 Simmons Road Office of the Police Chief MEMORANDUM  Date: To: From: Subject:  January 5, 2023  The Honorable Town Council Chief Scott N. Raynes  Monthly Report for December 2022  December-2022 Patrol Activity  Totals Calls responded to Formal Complaints received Complaints closed this month Complaints closed (previous month) Motor vehicle citations issued Motor vehicle warning issued Criminal Arrest Violation ofTown Ordinances Accident investigated Burglar alarms Reported deaths Total Gallons of gasoline used Mileage Breaking & Entering Larceny Value of Stolen Property  805 20 1 3 1 35 4 4 7 17 0 514 6,958 0 0 $0    Little Compton Police Department 60 Simmons Road Town of Little Compton, Rhode Island Office of the Police Chief MEMORANDUM  December 2022 Part-time Dispatch Hours  Totals: 64 0 0 0 0 0 0  Weekend replacement Vacation replacement Sick leave replacement Personal day Holiday replacement Training replacement Comp-time replacement  December 2022 Town fuel log  Gasoline #1Unused #21 Fire department # Unused #41 Maintenance #5 Highway Department 2,531.0 # 6 Senior Bus #71 Beach Commission #8 Police Department  November 76,010.0 27,429.9 4,223.5 40,907.7 5,083.3 1,410.1 8,459.5  December 76,010.0 27,555.6 4,223.5 41,174.8 2,531.0 5,083.3 1,410.1 9,015.7  Total 0 125.7 0.0 267.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 556.2  Total Gasoline: 949    Little Compton Police Department Town of Little Compton, Rhode Island  60 Simmons Road Office of the Police Chief MEMORANDUM  December 2022 Police Overtime Hours  Totals: 105 8 86 8 8 2 131 0 56 0 0 - 0 0  Sick Leave replacement Personal leave replacement Vacation replacement Training replacement Court Town Detail Private Detail Patrol Supplement Comp-time replacement Injured on duty replacement DARE Military leave replacement Investigation  December 2022 Dispatch Overtime Hours  Totals: 0 0 24 0 31 36 24  Sick leave replacement Personal leave replacement Vacation replacement Training replacement Holiday replacement Comp-time replacement Weekend replacement    Little Compton Police Department Town of Little Compton, Rhode Island  60 Simmons Road Office.c of the Police Chief MEMORANDUM  Diesel  November 43,005.0 11,043.7 5,313.2 4,343.5 362.8  December 43,338.0 11,043.7 5,313.2 4,428.4 362.8  Total 333.0 0.0 0.0 84.9 0.0  #1F Fire Department #21 Unused #31 Highway Department #41 Maintenance Department #5 Old Senior bus  Total Diesel: 417.9  Respectfully, glck John Faria Lieutenant Deputy Chief    DAR-2  Carol A. Wordell, CMC, Town Clerk 40 Commons PO Box 226 Town ofLittle Compton, RI  To: Antonio A. Teixeira Town Administrator From: Carol A. Wordell, CMC Town Clerk Date: January 6, 2023  The office ofthe' Town Clerk handles on a daily basis a wide array oftasks. During the month ofDecember the following figures display the volume of work:  Dump stickers 156 issued Recording land evidence 81 instruments recorded Dog licenses 1 Vital records certified copies issued - 13 Marriage License issued- 0  Miscellaneous fees collected for Probate, copying, appliance etc. - see attached.  In addition to our day to day activities we. have the following:  Probate Court responsibilities  Council Clerk responsibilities -1 meetings, minutes, follow up actions Coordinate with the IT personnel for day-to-day issues, oversee website daily needs, audio/visual needs for council chambers inj prep: for hybrid meetings Ongoing responsibilities as Wellness Coordinator for the Trust, sharing multiple Filed updated Hazard Mitigation Plan with RI EMA and FEMA based on five-year Election related responsibilities for the oversight of closing out the 2022 elections o Deliveries to thel Board of] Elections and Secretary of State's Office  opportunities to achieve better overall health review conducted during the past 61 months  Assisted Pension Committee with hybrid zoom meeting    Distribution Report - Summary LITTLE COMPTON COUNTY RI Carol A. Wordell Town Clerk 12/1/2022 TO 12/30/2022  SALES ITEM Advertising  DESCRIPTION Advertising  AMOUNT 45.50 45.50 300.00 300.00 59.25 10.00 69.25 5.00 5.00 1.00 1.00 2.00 2.00 219.00 6.00 225.00 65.00 65.00 138.50 3,849.60 3,988.10 50.00 400.00 20.00 470.00 464.90 464.90 45.00 60.00 105.00  Appliance Coupon  Applicance Coupon Copies Trade Name Certificate  Copies & Other Services  Dog License  Male  Dog Spayed and Neutered Historical Records - Probate Historical Records - State  Spayed/ /Neutered  Historic Preservation - Probate Historic Preservation- State Historic Preservation - Town Historic Preservation - Town  Historical Records Town Land Records  Map Recording Fee  License Fees  Holiday Sales License Liquor License Class DF Full Victualing House/Tavern Preservation Fee Probate Advertising Probate Filing Fee  Preservation Probate  Printed On:1/6/2023. At: 9:23:35AM  Page 1 of2    SALES ITEM Town Transfer Station  DESCRIPTION Compost Bin Construction Debris Dump Stickers Single Use Coupon Tires  AMOUNT 45.00 150.00 795.00 10.00 1,525.00 2,525.00 14,568.12 4,577.00 19,145.12 13,356.18 13,356.18 100.00 11.00 111.00 14.00 112.00 36.00 162.00 41,040.05  Transfer Tax State  Transfer Tax- State Transfer Tax State Over 800K Transfer Tax- Town  Transfer Tax" Town Vital Records - State  Vital Copy. State Walk In Vital Copy State Online Vital Copy Online Vital Copy Walk In Vital Copy' Walk In Additional  Vital Records Town  Grand' Total:  Printed On:1/6/2023. At: 9:23:35AM  Page 2 of2    OB-1 RECEIVED JAN 10 2023  RHODE ISLAND  SALTWATER  ANGLERS Association 401-826-2121  OATwma.aant  WWW.RISAA.org  January 9,2023 Michelle Morin Chief, Environment) Branch: for Renewable Energy Bureau ofOcean Energy Management 45600 Woodland Road Sterling, VA 20166 Dear Ms. Morin:  Re: An Open Letter concerning installation of Offshore Wind Energy Cables in the Sakonnet River  Thel Rhode Island Saltwater. Anglers Association (RISAA) and other organizations listed below are writing this letter to express our concern regarding potential negative effects ofi installing high-power electrical transmission cables int the Sakonnet River, especially when alternative, land-based: routes are available that would eliminate the need for this installation. Wel believe that running an underwater cable in the Sakonnet River violates thel Public Trust Doctrine: in] Rhode Island's Constitution which requires by "all means necessary and proper by law toj protect the natural environment" for Rhode. Island waters. There is significant uncertainty about the ecosystem risk to the Sakonnet River fishery from the Mayflower cable. A land-based alternative cable route through Massachusetts will eliminate this risk to the Sakonnet River ecosystem and protect the rights oft the Rhode Island people as guaranteed by thel Rhode Island Constitution. The Sakonnet "river" is at tidal straight that is part ofNarragansett Bay. Iti is relatively unique in all of Southern! New England. The Sakonnet River and its surrounding communities are sparsely populated with little commercial or industrial development along most of its length. There is heavy recreational use of the Sakonnet Rivert throughout its length. The Sakonnet is home to many important species and is designated critical habitat forj juvenile cod by the New England Fisheries Management Council and the Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council. It is also habitat for whelk, quahogs and a variety of finfish from scup tot tautog (blackfish). In fact, the Rhode Island whelk fishery relies heavily on the Sakonnet River. Whelk have very limited range, moving only minimal distances their entire life. Installation of the cable directly through their habitat will cause direct/ fatal impact to any whelk within the plow zone andi they may be unwilling to cross the cable andi its EMF emissions after the cable is electrified. This has the potential to bisect the River's whelk The uncertainty and risk of damage by thei installation ofhigh-powered electrical transmission cables ini the Sakonnet River ecosystem is a violation ofRhode Island's Public Trust Doctrine'. Rhode Island's Constitution declares that we must "adopt all means necessary and proper by law to protect the natural environment of the people ofthe state" and there must be adequate resource planning, for the control and regulation of the use ofthe natural resources ofthe state andj for the preservation, regeneration and restoration ofthe natural environment of the. state." At a public presentation in Portsmouth, Rhode Island on November 17, 2022 fisheries experts from Rhode Island Department ofEnvironmental Management and the University ofl Massachusetts Dartmouth said  biomass into a distinct east and west zone.  they were unsure of the potential  The Rhode. Island Saltwater. Anglers Association represents over 7,500 recreational anglers and. 28 affiliated clubs  Article 1 Section 17 Rhode Island Constitution    negative effects ofe electromagnetic force (EMF) on the various species ofs sea life in the Sakonnet?. This lack ofinformation from independent: fisheries experts falls short of "adequate resource planning." While the experts proposed somej parameters for before/after studies, any negative effects discovered would be actual effects on existing populations that could not be Recreational and commercial fishing, boating, tourism, and other recreational uses ofthe Sakonnet generate significant value for the people of Rhode Island. However, thel benefits to thej people ofl Rhode Island from the Mayflower Wind project (as stated on the company website) are vague and ill-defined at best and not credible at worst. Thel Mayflower Wind project isa Massachusetts project and the electricity produced will be dedicated tol Massachusetts customers exclusively. There is no reason for Rhode Island to risk habitat, fishing opportunities, and the existing commercial value of the Sakonnet when there isal land-based alternative that eliminates risk in) Rhode Island's waters and removes any violation of] Rhode Island's In addition, this land-based alternative rightly falls under Massachusetts regulatory authority where the value oft the electricity generated from this project accrues. Any cable: from the Offshore Wind) Energy leases south ofNew England heading to the former Brayton Point Power Station can land in Westport, Massachusetts; less than al halfmile south oft the terminus of] Massachusetts Route 88. This road provides a corridor north approximately eleven miles tol Route 6 or Route 195, both of which cross the' Taunton River providing access to thei former power station at Brayton Point. Route 881 has few private residences or businesses along the entire route, with only four perpendicular road crossings: Drift Road, Hixbridge Road, Old County Road and American Legion Highway (route 177). Moreover, this land-based: route removes the risk from Rhode Island waters and is likely more conducive to thej project because ofe existing land-based corridors and infrastructure in] Massachusetts. At this point 30% design drawings are published: for the Sakonnet/ Portsmouth/ Mt. Hope Bay route. We ask that design drawings at the same level be created for the land- based alternative: route sO that both routes can be equally Given the fragile nature of the Narragansett Bay Watershed, the: fact that the Sakonnet River is classified as Type 2 waters (set aside: for low intensity use) and due to significant uncertainty about the potential impact ofrunning underwater cables in these waters, we urge BOEM and all regulatory bodies as well as the developer to insist on installation ofall offshore wind energy export power cables over land routes when such route is an available option toi installation in the marine  "undone".  Constitution.  evaluated.  environment. Sincerely, greg Vespe Greg Vespe Executivel Director RISAA  Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association and all signatures shown on thei following page  Presentation link: sanaAeanEOsiasHsgAcAENnt link 3See' "How willi the project benefit Portsmouth: andl broader Rhodel Island?" at: itos/marlowernwindcom/prolectians    Cc: Senator Whitehouse, Senator Reed, Rep. Cicilline, Rep. Magaziner, EcoRI, Providence Journal, Sakonnet Times, Boston Globe (Brian Amaral), RIDEM, CRMC, RII EFSB, Janet Coit, Tiverton' Town Council, Tiverton! Harbor Commission, Tiverton Conservation Commission, Little Compton' Town Council, Little Compton Harbor Commission), RISAA: Legislative Committee  1. Greg Vespe, Executive Director, RISAA 2. Peter. Jenkins, Saltwater Edge, Newport 3. Stephanie Beebe, Tiverton 4. Frances Booth, Newport 5. Steven Booth, Newport 6. Dick] Bordeau, Little Compton 7. Marybeth Bradbury, Tiverton 8. Charles Brightman, Tiverton 9. Sarah Buck-Herdrich, Little Compton 10. Kelly Clemens, Tiverton 11. Joe Cleverdon, Tiverton 12. Thomas Cody, Tiverton 13. Shannon Craft, Portsmouth 14. Ralph Craft, Portsmouth 15. Francesca Dalglish, Little Compton 16. Judith Danforth, Little Compton 17. Pamela Dawson, Little Compton 18. Kirsten Dawson, Little Compton 19. Mark DePiero, Tiverton 20. Norma Doire, Tiverton 21. David Donoghue, Tiverton 22. Susan Donoghue, Tiverton 23. Susan Erstling, Tiverton 24. Susan! Estabrook, Newport 25. Jamie French, Tiverton 26. Jessica Gale, Tiverton 27. Martinal Halsey, Little Compton 28. Lynn Kaye, Middletown 29. Elizabeth Knight, Little Compton  30. David Latham, Matunuck 31. Donald Libbey, Tiverton 32. Jim Mallinson, Middletown 33. Edward Marianacci, Tiverton 34. Douglas) Marzonie, Little Compton 35. Virginial Marzonie, Little Compton 36. Sandra Mataronas, Little Compton 37. Glenn Melanson, Tiverton 38. Kenneth Mendez, Tiverton 39. Liz Mendez, Tiverton 40. Kathleen Metcalf, Tiverton 41. Richard Metcalf, Tiverton 42. Barbara Milotte, Tiverton 43. Anthony Pereira, Tiverton 44. Charles Petras, Cumberland 45. David Rose, Tiverton 46. Mara Shore, Little Compton 47. Carol Solimene, Tiverton 48., Gina Sousa, East Wareham, MA 49. Bill Thompson, Tiverton 50. Taylor Valliant, Little Compton 51. Janice Vincent," Tiverton 52. Janice Walker, Tiverton 53. Lynne White, Little Compton  The. Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association represents over 7,500 recreational anglers and 28 affiliated clubs    NB-I  Receive letters ofinterest for the following and appoint:  ()Conservation Commission member - three year term (Jan. 319) 2026 (3) Harbor Commission members - three year term (Feb. 1$)2026 (2) Housing Trust - five year term (Jan. 24th) 2028 (3) Planning Board members - four year term (Feb. 1s1) 2027 (2) Recreation Committee member- - three year term (Feb. 1$)2026 (1) Tree Warden - annual appointment in January for March 1st    Carol Wordell From: Sent: To: Subject: Carol,  suttell4@aol.com Carol Wordell PB  Thursday, December 29, 2022:3:03PM  Ijust remembered to send a letter to you that I do want to stay on the PB.  Mary    RECEIVED JAN 0 5 2023  1/1/23  Toi the Town Council,  Iwrite to express myi interest in my re-appointment tot thel Little Compton Housing Trust Board. Housing affordability is one of our community's most urgent challenges. As public servants, iti is our responsibility to work collaboratively to address this growing crisis. firmly believe that ift thet town council, the LCHT, local land trusts, zoning, planning, and building officials don't work together to proactively address this, we could lose our vibrant muligenerational. year-round community, and local agricultural economy. lam committed tol helping address the complex and specific housing issues in our community. We are working to makei the LCHT an active working committee that uses data and research to guide our pathway forward. believe that thel LCHTI is at a crucial moment oni its way to! becoming an effective Int the past fivey years, while we: sadly haven't yet seen an increase in affordable units, or a decrease in the community markers of housing affordability problems, we have seen measurable progress on the Housing Trust that I believe is paving the way for us to do meaningful" work toi impact affordability. lam confident that my presence oni thei trust has assisted these changes, andl Ihope to continue this work Notable changes in the past five years include: a significant shift in membership towards an active body that regularly meets with attendance in excess of a quorum, changes to our bylaws andi thei town charter toi increase our agility as al body, commissioning HousingWorks Rl to study our community housing needs, opportunities, and local opinions, beginning to build an informative public-facing website, and Ido believe that personally have made an impact in this progress. As the board secretary, ir manage correspondence and attendance, take andi file minutes, and write and post agendas. When joined the trust, Ihad no experience with housing development or policy, so Itook thei initiative to reach out to local housing advocates. This lead me to HousingWorks RI, where I learned that a study would be a good next step for thei trust, presented thisi idea to the trust Board, who agreed and moved forward with this important study. During the study, designed an illustrated thei informational postcard, wrote the press releases, and worked together with my Housing Trust colleagues to disseminate the information to our community. HousingWorks was impressed our robust survey response, telling us it exceeded that of - analogous communities. Currently, lam working on building our website andi researching next steps. I am also a consistent vocal advocate fori thei issue of housing affordability in our community. My personal goals fort thei trust within the next few months, are: to get the website published, to solidify our legal counsel, tol help craft and share some recommendations: to the council based on our research, andi to solidify our strategy and vision as a trust. hope within the year 2023 toi initiate an increase of revenue streams to the housing trust, (as our current funding streams are insufficient to address our local housing needs) to have a clear pathway toward a measurable increase in affordable housing in LC, and tol help advocate for town wide changes to curb the runaway train that is ourl local housing market. Our current housing trust board members are energetic, actively involved, have diverse expertise and backgrounds, and are committed to making a positive impact. lam excited to see what we can do with this group and with our growing momentum, andlenthusiasticaly seek reappointment to continue to  body that makes a positive impact, and Ihope to assist that work.  and tol hopefully start to see: some of thet fruits of our labors.  seeking professional legal counsel to guide our work.  advocate to carry our important work forward. Thank you for considering my reappointment, Secretary, Little Compton Housing Trust  Isabel Mattia, 48 Burchard Ave    Heather Cook From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject:  Pat <bowen_co@coxnet> Monday, January 2, 2023 8:36PM Carol Wordell Heather Cook LCHT Re-appointment  Happy New Year Carol and Heather,  received notice that myt term on the Housing Trust was coming to an end. Iwould like to be re-appointed to the Housing Trust, ift the Council will approve. Please let me know iflneed to send a posted letter to request re-  appointment. Kind regards, Patrick Bowen    RECEIVED  DEC 30202  December 30, 2022 Dear Town Council,  Iwould like to serve on the Recreation Commission for another term.  Thank you for your consideration.  Sincerely,  David MacGregor    RECEIVED JAN 04 - 2023 Wednesday, December 28, 2022  Office oft the Town Clerk Town Hall 40 Commons; P.O. Box 226 Little Compton, RI 02837  Re: Recreation Committee reappointment  Hi Carol -  Iwould like tol be reappointed to the Little Compton Recreation Committee. Ijoined the committee in May 2020 and am the vice-chair oft the committee. Iwork closely with Davel MacGregor: in any administrative tasks such as preparing the agendas and posting the agendas to the State website; Ialso post thei meeting minutes to the state website, as they become available, and serve as substitute secretary to take meeting minutes when needed.  Thank you for your consideration.  Michelle Michelle Stecker  hikdékal 94 Amesbury Lane Little Compton, RI 02837 (512)694-0645    Rec DI5,2022 GA  December 15, 2022 Office ofthe' Town Clerk P.O.Box 226 Little Compton, RI. 02837 Dear Carol,  Responding to your request of1 12 December, Iv write to affirm my interest ini renewing: my term ofservice for three more years on the Harbor Commission. My first term was an interim appointment in Winter 2020 following the resignation ofai recreational boater. Iam still an active: recreational boater operating from: mooring #62 in Sakonnet harbor, as well as an active member of  Sakonnet Yacht Club. support this application. Respectfully, Benoit Gauthier 87 West Main Road Little Compton, RI  Please do not hesitate to contact: me: ifI can provide further information to    Carol Wordell From: Sent: To: Subject: Hic Carol,  IAN PARENTE ianparenteea0.com> Thursday, January 5, 20231:37PM Carol' Wordell Re: appointments due  I, lan Parente wish to ber re-appointed for another term on thel harbor commission.  Thank you, lan Parente Sent from my iPhone  On. Jan! 5, 2023, at 09:39, Carol Wordell cwordelllittlecomptonri.org> wrote:  lan, Ben and. Jeremy,  Your appointments on the Harbor Commission are upi for renewal. another term. Iwill need the letters by. January 19th. The council will vote on the 19th to renew.  Iwill need al letter from each of yous stating your interest to remain on the Harbor Commission for  Carol  Carol A Wordell, Town Clerk, CMC 40 Commons PO: Box 226 Little Compton, RI 02837 401-635-4400 office 401-635-2470 fax oneldimcomponnes    RECEIVED JAN 0 62 2023  Edward IL. Bowen II 3 Beach St, Little Compton, RI 02837 Robert L. Mushen President, Liltle Compton Town Council Town Ilall Commons Little Compton, RI 02837 1/5/23  Dear Coumcil President Mushen,  Iwrite to respectfully request that the Council appoint me to All the recent vacancy on the Conservation Commission. lam a lifç-long residert, aj parent, and lam self- employed in Town in agricultural endeavors, sol have a vested interesti in: and familiarity with conservation issues in Town, both immediate and looking forward to1 my children's future.Iserved as a member oft the Commission in the 90s and would appreçiaté the opportunity im this çentury to make a contribulion to: an: areal  feel passionately, about. Wilh thanks for: your consideration,  Sincerely,  ERZ    RECEIVED JAN 062 2023  Edward H. Bowen III 3 Beach St. Littic Compton, RI 02837 Rohert L Mushen President; Littie Çompton Toyn Council Town llall Commons Lillle Cumpton, RI 02837 1/5/23  Dear Council President Mushen,  write to respccifully request thal the Council reappoint me to the Little Compton Planning Boàrd. Ihave énjoyed filling thé unexpired term, and Iwould appreciate  thoopportynily ofal full lerm on the Board.  Sincercly yours;  RZ    Carol Wordell From: Sent: To: Subject: Dear Carol,  Robert Chartener ropertechartenercom> Monday, January 16, 2023 12:04PM Carol Wordell Harbor Commission  I'm writing in my role as Commodore of the Sakonnet Yacht Club.  We would like to nominate Margaret Manning as a member of the Harbor Commission Board, to replace. Jeremy Howard. Margaret is a resident of Little Compton and is actively involved with the SYC and with other Harbor-related Please let mel know if there is anything else that the SYC: should dot to express its strong level ofi interest in appointing  activities, and she would make an excellent addition to the Harbor Commission Board.  Margaret. Thanks, Robert Chartener    SAKONNET TREE INC. Tree and Landscape Services akonnetrecegmal.com 401-635-2130  JAN 06 2023  RECEIVED  SAKONNETTREEI INC.  January 6, 2023 Town Hall 40 Commons P.O. Box 226 Little Compton, RI 02837 Council Members,  Little Compton Town Council  Once again, thank you for the opportunity to serve this community. I wish to renew my appointment as Tree Warden ofLittle Compton. Sakonnet Tree, Inc. continues to maintain town trees, respond to emergency calls and take care of storm damage and clean up as well as work in conjunction with the Little Compton Police and Fire departments, the Highway department, Rhode Island Energy, the Tree Committee and We will continue to be licensed and insured for municipal arborist work and maintain all inspections, training, job safety requirements, DOT requirements and dielectric Sakonnet Tree, Inc. holds nationally accredited membership with the International Society of Arboriculture as well as ISA licensing in Tree Risk. Assessment. This year as Tree Warden has been a pleasure and Ilook forward to continuing to serve  garden clubs.  testing.  the town in this capacity. Respectfully,  -  Jason F. Burchard President Sakonnet Tree Inc.    NB-2  Carol Wordell From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Carol,  Don McNaughton <mcnaughton.don@gmail.com> Wednesday, January 11,20231:13PM  Carol Wordell Robert Mushen Budget Committee  Given my recent appointment to the Little Compton Agricultural Conservancy' Trust, understand that lam no longer  eligible to serve on the Town's Budget Committee.  Accordingly, please accept my resignation from the Budget Committee, effective immediately.  Sincerely, Don McNaughton Sent from my iPhone  1    NB-3  Opun of Gittle Compton  Oouun Hall 3.0. Dox 226  ittle (ompton, R3 02837  To: From: Date: Subject:  Honorable Town Council Antonio A. Teixeira fh Town Administrator January 19, 2023  Town Landing RFP Wellhead Reconstruction  Please see attached the architectural specs and an RFP for reconstruction oft the Wellhead for The source of funding for the reconstruction will come from the Town Landing donation Melissa Hutchinson, the architect oft the project will be attending the meeting to answer any  your review and approval to be advertised.  account.  questions your may have. Thank you!  1    TOWN OF LITTLE COMPTON INVITATIONTO: BID BID) NO. 2023-01  Sealed bids will be received in the Office of the Town Clerk, 40 Commons, PO Box 226, Little Compton, RI 02837 until 3:00PM on February 23, 2023 for furnishing the Town of] Little Compton Rebuilding of the Well Head Structure at Town Landing, Little Compton BIDS WILL BE OPENED AT 7:00 PM DURING THE LITTLE COMPTON COUNCIL MEETING ON February 23, 2023. Said meeting to be held at Wilbur-Mc.Mahon School Library, 28 Commons, Little Compton (please check official meeting posting forj potential meeting location changes). The location, general characteristics, and principal details of the work are indicated in the description  with the following:  below and contained int the drawing set cited below.  Description ofWork:  The: replacement oft the wood structure above the old well at the Town Landing with ai replica structure and the repair of the stone base and supporting columns of the structure (aka Well Head). The Well Head structure is to be preserve in its original form and shape. To protect the structure from climate exposure, a copper roof, and the use of composite materials for the exposed facia boards are proposed. The structure is special to the character oft the Town Landing and the form and shape oft the Well head Wes suggest that the wood roof structure be removed as intact as possible and used as a model toi insure the replication of the shape and form. It may be possible for the existing wood structure to be moved off-site and reconstructed in the shop, sO that the shape and details may be carefully recreated. The supporting stonework oft the Well Head will need repair and modification to support the new wood structure. A structural engineer has inspected the existing structure and has recommended the replacement of missing stone and re-pointing, where necessary. The four stone columns that support the wood structure will need to bei modified with a stainless-steel rod drilled 12-18" down the center of the four columns, leveled and a stainless-steel 2-3" plate added to receive the new wood structure. All work shall be in accordance with the architectural and structural drawing set that is available int the Bid package as well as any modifications resulting from the Prebid conference. Recommended local sub-contractors: may include Metalworks Corp (for copper roof) and Sanford Inc. (for masonry work). Project will follow the drawing set prepared by Architect MH Architect, LLC and Camera- Oneill Consulting Inc, dated January 3, 2023, and December 2, 2022. MH Architect will be making periodic site inspections during Construction on behalf of the Town of Little Compton and will review and approve material submittals and payment requisitions prior to approval for Successful Bidders must furnish a payment and performance bond on 100 percent of the proposed contract within 15 days after the award. Successful Bidders must attend a Preconstruction Conference with the Architect a minimum of5 5 days before the start date. Erosion control and protection of the site must bei in place prior to the start of construction. Parking lot and' Town Landing area will remain open during construction. The build site shall be fenced off and secured during construction for protection of the public. The General Contractor shall be responsible to secure a building permit. The Building AJ Prebid conference will be held on. Friday, January 27, 2023 at 9am at the project site. At that time, Bidders may ask for clarification oft the plan and specifications. A written response will bej prepared by  The inside ceiling of the wood structure is to bej painted mahogany bead' board. is to be replicated in a historically sensitive manner to the original details.  payment by the' Town.  Permit fee willl be waived by the Town.  the Architect and Project] Engineer and emailed to all bidders as an Addendum.    Project start date must be on or before Monday, September 26", 2023 with a completion date on or before November 30, 2023. If the project is started early, the completion date will be 60 days The right is reserved, as the interest of the Town may require, to reject any or all bid proposals, to waive any technical defect or informality in bids received, and to accept or reject any bid or portion Iti is required that all supplies and services provided to the' Town comply with applicable governmental laws and regulations including, but not] limited tot thel Federal and State requirements as to conditions of employment to be observed and wage rates to be paid under the Contract as determined by the Department of Labor and Industries under the Provisions of Chapters 12 and 13 ofTitle 37, General Individuals requesting interpreter services for the hearing impaired must notify the Town Clerk's Itis the Bidder's responsibility to see that the bid is delivered within the time and at the place prescribed. Bids received prior to the time of opening will be securely kept, unopened. Bids may be withdrawn upon written request (on the letterhead of the bidder and signed by the person signing the bid) if such request is received prior to the time fixed for opening. Bids may be modified in the same manner. No bid or modification thereof received after the time set for opening will be considered.  after the start date.  thereof.  Laws ofF Rhode Island, 1956, as amended.  Office (401)635-4400 three business days prior to the bid opening.  Project will be awarded to thel lowest qualified Bidder.  CONTACTS: Tony' Teixeira (401)644-2705  Little Compton Town Administrator TTEXEIRAQLITLECCOMPIONRIORG Melissa Hutchinson, R.A. Architect ofRecord, dba MH Architect, LLC 203 Hooper Street Tiverton, RI 02878 melsa@mhar.hitecticon (401)559-1957 Michael Camera, P.E. 201 Clock Tower Square Portsmouth, RI 02871 msmem@-amemonrillcomn (401)578-2983  Engineer of] Record, dba Camera O'Neill Consulting Engineers, Inc.    LE820 IH NO.LdINOS 3TLLIT Guipuey UMOL ESNOH 173M SNOIIAIS    S 4  0l    NB-4  Carol Wordell From: Sent: To: Subject:  Peter M <I Carol Wordell Information  @hotmail.com>  Thursday, January 12, 20231:56PM  Good afternoon Carol,  Can you supply me with the documents and requirements for the installation ofa a cemetery stone at the Old Commons Burial Ground at the Commons. We have nowi identified where our great great grandparents Isabella and Charles Bone are buried between their children and want to now determine approval requirements along with the proper installation along with the type, size and any other information needed  fort the stone requirement and approval.  Thank you SO much Pete Morrissey    NB-5  Departmento ofHealth Three CapitolHill Providence,RI 02908-5097 TTY:711 www.health.ri.gov  JODE  1/3/2023  Greetings ChiefPetrin,  The Medical Emergency Distribution System (MEDS) Program at the Rhode Island Department ofHealth (RIDOH) would like to take this opportunity to recognize the contributions ofLittle Compton to the State's COVID-19 Response and Vaccine Campaign. After decades of planning, training, exercising, and even some small-scale real-world implementations; all the hard work paid offi in the COVID-19 pandemic response. Asof12/20/2022 Rhode Island had the highest percentage ofr residents who completed the primary COVID-19 vaccination series among all U.S Little Compton provided staff and volunteers tol both the East Bay Regional POD and a few partnered PODs with its neighbor Tiverton to ensure that its residents could access COVID-19 Iwould be remiss ifI did not also tell you that the MEDS program received many callouts and notes from residents who attended the municipal Points ofDispensing (PODs) offering thanks for not only providing the vaccine, but also for creating a welcoming and safe environment for The work donel by you and the rest oft the municipal staff and volunteers who were involved prevent countless deaths and instances of severe illness that would have occurred ini the absence ofthese vaccination efforts." Please accept both my and Travis's heartfelt thank you: for your past and current partnership with the MEDS program. Wel look forward to continuing to collaborate  States per the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).  vaccines easily and safely without having to travel far.  them toi receive the vaccine.  together. Best Regards,  Brittan K. Bates-Manni  Medical Countermeasures Program Director  CC: Travis Vendetti, Assistant Medical Countermeasures: Program Director  Robert Mushen, Little Compton Town Council President  State of Rhode Island and! Providence Plantations      S e 3 D +  3 I  $ :  D 9 le a 3 o S - 2 0 CD o  S    Cominr  Carol Wordell From: Sent: To: Subject:  Little Compton itlecompton@riprevention.org> Tuesday, January 10, 20232:42PM Carol Wordell; Town Council Budget request  For Town Council consideration Thank you for your consideration.  The Little Compton Prevention Coalition wishes to request $750.001 to be included in the town budget again this year.  Polly  Polly Allen  Little Compton and Tiverton Prevention Coalition Coordinator  Certified Prevention Specialist    COmMV a  RECEIVED JAN 132023  Charles Kinnane 26 Main St. Little Compton, RI 02837 1/13/23  Town of Little Compton 40 Commons; P.O. Box 226 Little Compton, RI 02837  Dear Little Compton Town Council,  We are planning another fundraising event for the Little Compton Food Bank. We are asking permission to temporally close a 90-foot section ini front of our residence at 26 Main Street in Rhode Island" on Sunday, March 18th, 1:30 pm. Wel have contacted LCPD and plan to meet with Chief Raynes in early March to discuss event. We are seeking permission from town sO  Adamsville for one hour for the "Shortest St. Patrick's Day Parade in  that we can apply for permit from RIDOT.  Thank you for all your support and consideration,  Ch Charles Kinnane    Comm-3  RECEIVED JAN 102 2023  TOWN OF EXETER, RI  TOWN COUNCIL Daniel W. Patterson, President Michael A. Lefebvre, Vice President Diane Bampton Allen Olivia DeFrancesco Calvin A. Ellis  675 Ten Rod Road Exeter, R.I.02822 Ph: (401)294-3891 Fax: (401).295-1248 clerk@exeterri.goy  STATE OF RHODE ISLAND TOWN OF EXETER RESOLUTION. NO. 2023-02  ARESOLUTIONI URGING REJECTION OF CHANGESTOTHE RHODE ISLAND ENABLING ACT ASPROPOSED BY THE RHODE ISLAND HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES LAND USE COMMISSION DATED  NOVEMBER 10, 2022  WHEREAS, the Town of Exeter is al home-rule community having a Town Council empowered by the State Constitution, the Town Charter and by R.I.G.L. 45-2-1 and 45-5-2 to manage its WHEREAS, the Rhode Island House ofRepresentatives' Land Use Commission, Housing Working Land Group by communication dated November 10, 2022 has recommended several alleged legislative "solutions" to address housing shortage and development issues ona WHEREAS, after due and careful review thereof the Town of Exeter Planning Board and the Town Council of the Town ofl Exeter have each determined to oppose the suggested "solutions" and legislative amendments as proposed by the Land Use Commission, Housing Working Group for, inter aia, the numerous reasons specified int the letter from the Exeter Town Council President to the Chairman of the Rhode Island Land Use Commission dated January 6, 2023 WHEREAS, the Town Council and the Town Planning Board believe that the housing and development issues identified by the Land Use Commission can be best addressed and resolved  affairs and the interests of the Town; and  statewide basis,(attached hereto as Exhibit A); and  (attached hereto as Exhibit B); and  by individual municipalities in ai fashion recommended in Exhibit B. NOWTHEREFORE be it RESOLVED as follows:  The Town Council urges The Honorable Speaker oft the House and The Honorable General Assembly of the State of Rhode Island to reject thel legislative amendments and suggested "solutions". recommended by the Land Use Commission, Housing Working Group as stated in Exhibit A for the reasons and to the extent stated inj Exhibit B; and bei it further    RESOLVED, that The Honorable Speaker of the House and The Honorable General Assembly further adopt and support the suggested solutions and recommendations proposed by the Town Council and the Town Planning Board oft the Town of Exeter as stated in Exhibit B; and bei it RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution and its Exhibits be forwarded to each ofthe Town and City Councils oft the other thirty-eight (38) municipalities of the State of Rhode Island urging their similar support ofthis Resolution and the recommendations stated herein; and bei it further RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution and its Exhibits be forwarded to the: following for  further  their similar support and due consideration:  The Honorable Daniel McKee, Governor, State of Rhode Island; The Honorable Joseph H. Shekarchi, Speaker of the House, State of] Rhode Island; The Honorable Thomas Deller, Chairman, Land Use Commission; The Honorable Dominick Ruggiero, President, Rhode Island Senate; The. Honorable Ernest Almonte, Executive Director, Rhode Island League  ofCities and Towns;  Thel Honorable State Senator Elaine Morgan; The Honorable State Representative Megan Cotter; The Honorable State Representative Julie A. Casimiro The Cites and' Town Councils, State of Rhode Island.  Approved by vote of the Exeter Town Council on this 3PPlayo ofJanuary, 2023.  Oe Daniel W. Patterson Town Council President  IN WITNESS EREOF,IHEREBY SET MY HAND AND THE OFFICIALSEAL OF THETOWPARINETER THIS 3PD DAYO OF, JANUARY,2023.  LynyM.B Hawkins, CMC Babi Town Clerk  Introduced by Dann-vw,Patterson on. January 3,2023. Passed unanimously by the Exeter Town Council on January 3, 2023. Filed with the Exeter Town Clerk on. January 3, 2023.    TANDUSEGS MMISSTON SING VOUKINGOROUP  Goal ofthe Housing' Working Group: proposé changes to the enabling legislation that will address the shortage ofl housing units statewide; create more tools to enablel housing developtent; improve  existing processes of developmentreview, II. Enabling Legislation: Subdivision ofLand RIGL45-23 Zoning Ordinances) RIGL 45-24 III. Issues & Potential Solutions! thec cost per unit i. Solutions:  Comprehensivel Planningand) Land UseAct RIGL 45-22.2  a. Issue: Restricting density! by right diminishes the number of units that can be built andi increases  1. Reform statewide minitnum lots sizes. - discussion around lots sizes standardized at thes state level with different % or mix ofl lot sizes mandated: fort municipalities 2. Amend. ADUI legislation for ease ofuse- - strike thel language that: requires. ADUS tol be a. Need more information ony whati impacts. ADUS have on resale, lending, and appraisal b. Need more clarity on how realtors define multifamily V. single family in sale process in 3. Allow fore ease ofredeyelopment ofs single family stock tot two family or small multifamily 4. Enablet thes ability to convert! large residential buildings tos smaller units where feasible Encourage/mandate: in thet urban and dense suburban areas zerol lot line development, town! house (row houses) development, other cteative development tools that would  removed after family tnember leaves regulations relationship to. ADUS byright regardless of zoning limitations increase density  b. Issue: Inability to develop multifamily housing throughout thes state limits housing options in each municipality, impacts aging residents ability to downsize, and skews development to large, luxury 1. Establish/mandate areas throughout the statet that allow multifamily development "by a. These requirements should vary for areas in an urban growth boundary and outside 2. Enable/mandate mixed use multifamily development in commercial zones 3, Enable/mandate mixed use/multifamily development along statel highways or transit These requirements should vary for areas ins an urban growthl boundaty and outside 4. Identify "transition zones" (areas between commercia/indastial and single family) statewide, where different types ofhousing development could bc sited 5. Enable/mandate zoning within village centers to allow for infill or redevelopment that matches the existing fabric (maket the existing! building type legal tol build) These requirements should vary for areas in an urban gtowth boundaty and outside  single family development i. Solutions: righe" thel boundary corridors theb boundary  thel boundary  RECOMMENDATIONS-NOVEMBEK 10, 2022  EXHIBIT    ANDUPRMMNONE GSINGA WORNINS GROUE  Issue: Short' Term rental and student housing - Short term rental (Airbnb, vrbo, etc) has becomea business and as a1 result, housing units are lost from thes market. Additionally in college towns, student rentals, another form ofs short term rental, takel housing out oft the market. 1. Enable communities toi regulate short term rental 2. Limit ADUS tol long term rental. Ban the used of ADUS for short term rental 3. Enable communities toi regulate the conversion ofhousingt to student housing d. Issue: Excessive paxking requirements add, cost to tesidential devclopment, impact storm water runoff, and diminish number ofv units that could be builti in some cases  i Solution:  i. Solutions:  1. Identify areas where futute tesidential development could benefit by: reducing or removing 2. Establish metrics that allow for different parking requirements for different projects 1 taking into consideration siting near transit, senior development etc. Issue:DrAwn out development review process makes residential development more costly tol build 1. Streamline approval processes for development, espeçially residential development a, Eliminate public hearing for development: that conforms toz zoning andi is not seeking b. Minor subdivision approval by administrative officer Bring developmentp plan teview into the land development process d, Revise outdated legal standards that discourage any development or change ("least Enable municipalities to transfer costs for third-party professional review and Standardize the ability to appoint locall board alternates; makei it easier to achieve g. Standatdize the definitions of zoning districts h, Make zoning ordinances easier to amend fort more agilet regulation 2. Amend Unified Development) Review to be ai mandated part ofl land development review which would expedite all development 3. Establish a committee! liket the Statel Building Board which would be responsible for updating thes statewide! land development: regulations creating a universal template of 4. Address the vatiations of development review processes. across the 39 municipalities a. Create a standard process with reasonable timelines and transparent expectations as Issue:Lacko ofincentives at thet municipal level to encourage or acceptgrowth 1. Seek gteater allocation of state dollars for the Housing Incentives to Municipalities 2. Uses state funding toi incentivize development projects that incorporate affordable housing a, Establish statewide techniçal assistance onl IJA/IRA opportunities fort municipalities  parking requirements  3. Look toi modell language from others states  Solutions:  variances or waivers zoning: relief possible") certification quorums  development  was thei intent in the 19921 law  , Solutions:  program, RI Infrastructure Bank and act on climate goals  that could be access to: assisti in sustainable development  RECOMMENDATIONS-NOVEMBER 10, 2022    TAND US COMMISSION COUSING WORNING GROUP, 3. Increase support to municipalj planning staff for communities who wantt to address a. Build municipal technical assistance & support for developing gtowth plans, potentially through a1 regional planner or statewide assistance team b. Housing planning technical assistance could be overseen by thel Department of i. Funding-i implications fors state budget ift tegional technical assistance! is 5, Incentives to create tie-ins for water and sewer or expansion/upgrades to cxisting wAter Create municipal tax benefits for communities making progress towards growth 7. Mandate that non-compliance with the 10% AHI lawi is grounds for a use and/ors special Issue: Lack of enforcement or accountability for planning and zoning boards and/or 1. Ifmunicipalities do not meet expectations - 10%. AH or other) housing benchmarks tm should the state step in similar to thes school takeover processes a. Instead ofa 10%t target, establishinga a growth rate: metric or target for residential i Department of] Housing could set growth rates for municipalities with legislation that outlines how often rates should be teviewed and adjusted 2. Create a' "builders' xemedy" (Schuetz, P.8), amechanism for developers to override local 3, Establish exclusionary test, ifmunicipalities continue to use zoning and land use lawt to Example: Iflocal ordinances restrict or limit ADUS, property owners attempting to build ADUS could apply for approval from the State Department of Housing or an entity such as a State) Development Committee Establish consequences andi monitoring mechanisms for municipalities that have not met thes statutory 10% (ex. UmhxMimidpiPhming Requirements) a. Utahs requires municipalities not meeting housing goals to create a housing plan that includes implementation oft three approaches to gtowth out ofa menu of12 5. Require developments that receive TSAs toi include affordable units within the Inclusionaty Zoning/Feein-lieu: needs tol be reviewed to not be detrimental to building and ifpayments arei made, fund needs tol be monitored to ensure payments Remove thel Fee-in-lieu mandate completely- Fee-in- lieu does not work here because we: ares not growing ata a rate that makes the payment acceptable  housing shortage Housing  administered byDOH ands sewer infrastructure use permit  4. Address municipal funding formula for publics schools  municipalities who perpetually deny development  i. Solution:  growth in eacht municipality  zoning tol build housing under certain conditions exclude certain types of development  development  Amend the Fee-in-lieus regulations RIGL45-24-46.1 are usedt towards affordable units  h. Issue: Development appenls process circles back tot the samel board which rejccted the  development proposal i. Solution:  1. Establish al hearing officer process or Development Building Court responsible for) hearing  development appeals  RECOMMENDATIONS-NOVEMBERK 10, 2022    ANGN SCOMMISSION OUSING MORKINGAGROUS  2, Eliminate counterproductive: remand mechanisms (decisions can either be upheld or Issue: The Comprehensive' Plan is not used as at meaningful guide for housing development 1. Housing goals/growthl benchmarks set by Department ofHousing, incorporated the a. Outlines the framework that local community musti incorporate into theit 2. Comp Plans should establish meaningful action steps to: achieve their housing growth rate 3. goal Progress towards the growth rate benchmark should be monitored/action; plans should be adjusted every x memberofyears (set! by) DOH or Statewide Planning) 4. Increase capacity att the statel level, either DOH or Statewide Planning for) housing specific Issue: There is a persistent conflict between statel level desire for growth and municipal resistance 1, Is there a tax reform to incentivize municipal growth. - ie. give municipalities a percentage ofthet tax increase associated with the growth in their community (income tax share) Share the wealth created by growth, establish a mutuall benefit  modified on appeal) S Solutions:  into  State Guidel Plan ptoduced by Statewide Planning Comprehensive Plans  planning assistance and monitoring  togrowth i. Solutions:  k. Issue: Comprehensive Permit has not been an effective tool at cxpediting affordablel housing  development i. Solutions:  1. Address procedural painj points (€g, SHAB quorums)  2. Create A predictable, concrete grounds for approving/denying: an application Issue: Urban Growth: Boundary ands sea level: rise: restrict where residential growthi is feasible 1. Need better understanding of this problem to develop solutions a, What % ofland within each municipality is currently zoned for residential b. What % of the developable land allows multifamily housing? Ast municipalities lose develope/developable. Iand to seal level rise, how willt they create equivalent unit capacity elsewhere? (And without significantly impacting 2. Enable tools for development: inland, specifically infill, redevelopment, and approprintely m. Issue:' To1 maintainav well-functioning housing market, the shortfall in labor and skill development 1. Dedicated! investment. in workforce programs targeted to the building trades and  i. Solutions:  development?  foxest/farms/opent space.) scaled density  oft the residential construction sector needs tol be addressed  . Solution: contractors  RECOMMENDATIONS-NOVEMBER 10, 2022    1/9/23,9:01A AM  State ofRhode Island GeneralA Assembly  State ofF Rhode Island General. Assembly  [search this site  Land Use  Home Menu Commlsslons Home Members Commission Documents  Representativos Senators Commbsions/TaskPores Leglslation News Ofices Reports Capli  Members Marla Mack  Thomas E. Deller Chalr Central FalisP Planning DIrector Meredith E,E Brady Member pivislon ofs State Planning Dylan Conley Member Attorney Terrence Gray Member Dept. ofEnvironmental Management Nlcole Verdi Member Orsted Topher Homblett Member Savat the Bay Nate Kelly RobertD DeGregorlo Member Slocum! Real Estate andI Insurance John V. Marcantonlo Member Rhodel Island Bullders Association Cortney Nicolato Member Unlted Way ofRI Patricla! Reynolds Member Newport Planning Director Edinaldo Tebaldi Member Bryant Unlverslly Henry Wrightnl Member Rhodel Island FarmE Bureau Jomas E. Thorsen Member Rhode Islandp Director ofA Admiistretion Mark McHugh Member Clearmark RealE Estate  Vice Chalr South) Kingstown Planning Board  Momber Horsley Witten Group  Jeffreyl Hall Josh Saal  Member  Sodety ofki  Member RISecretary ofH Housing Socinl) Medin Bouse Senate Facebook B3 Facebook a Twitter a TWiler Hono IPrivacy Pollcyl Conlacus  Officials Govonior's Office L.GuvenorsOiice Socretaryo ofsule Goueral" Treasurer Attomey Genoral  Bill Tracking Special Content  LinktoP Poblic Rerords Request Inforinarional Brielingo oup Pensions Employee lagin  42023 Slale of Rhodel Islond Genarat Assembly 62: Smih Street, Providoncp, RI 02903  ps/awwalegabalue.gowmmihsonisalnPapmahmembersaspa  1/1    Thom Deller, Chair RILand Use Commission Rhode: Island Statel House 82 Smith Street Providence, RI 02903 Dear Chairman Deller,  January 6, 2023  The Exeter Town Council and the) Exeter. Planning Board have both unanimously approved the following comments regarding thej proposed recommendations ofthe) RI Land Use Commission Wel believe the recommendations would restrict existing municipal land use authority and could lead to a one size fits all Statewide zoning, Itis our understanding thatt these recommendations will bei incorporated: intol legislation thati is àt top priority for thel House Speaker Shekarchi. We believe thei recommendations would restrict existing municipal land use authority and could lead to a one size fits all Statewide: zoning, The Exeter Town Council believes these proposed changes would negate policies in our State approved comprehensive: plan that strives to accommodate growth that avoids negative impacts to the quantity and quality ofours sole source ofdrinking water as well as development density that canl bei reasonably supported by arural community, Moreover these changes will encourage greater development pressure on our farms, forests andi have: negative impacts to Exeter'srural character and quality oflife. The most Eliminate public hearings for developments that conform to: zoning Establish a growth rate quota for residential development in all cities and towns  Housing Work Group.  egregious: recommendations include but arei notl limited to:  State mandated lots sizes for municipalitles Create Statewide land development regulations Allow developers to over-ride municipal zoning to build housing  We also understand there are other recommendations pending from zoning, comprehensive plan and subdivision work groups oft thel Land Use Commission that are: not available to thej public at this time, Wei respectfully: request that municipalities and the public be given the opportunity to Thej primary stimulus for these recommendations is the need to address Rhode: Island's housing crisis. The Exeter Town Council recoghizes the urgent need for morel balanced housing Statewide and inl Exeter. Upon completion ofal low and moderate income housing development, Exeter willl have approximately 7% ofour housing in compliance with the) Low and Moderate Income (LMI) Housing Act that requires 10% of our housing be] LMI. In addition Exeter adopted a Village Ordinance, over 10: years ago, that would allow: multifamily housing in at mixed use compact development pattern in areas where appropriate water and wastewater could support the added density. It should bet noted that not one developer has proposed to use this Village ordinance despite the availability ofal public drinking supply to encourage development att the intersection ofl Route 2 and Exeter Road, We also wonder why the State hasn't used the available land at the former Ladd Center to accommodate low and: moderate: income housing. This is the  havei input on these additional recommendations.  only site inl Exeter that currently has public water.  EXHIBIT _B    RI's housing crisis is a serious problem that needs tol bes resolved. Wel believe it can best be 1. Compact growth tos support more density should be encouraged, not mandated, in appropriate areas that can be adequately served bys supporting infrastructure, at a 2. The need for more housing cannot bei implemented without considering: all the other issues municipalities are required to assess in accordance with the RI Comprehensive Planning and Land Use Regulation Act. Exeter, like all municipalities, has bèen making ourl land use decisions consistent with our: State approved Comprehensive Plan. The need for housing should not supersede all the other issues municipalities are currently 3. Tob bes successful Inj producing more housing Rl must have strong partnerships between, State, Municipal, Private Sector and Non-Profits. Establishing inflexible State mandates 4. Municipalities need financial and technical assistance to establish creative approaches to housing that must be customized to meet unique municipal needs. This approach 5. Thel housing crisis was caused by multiple factors over many years, It'snot reasonable and it'si inaccurate to single out land use statutes and municipalities asi the sole: source 6. Changes to the existing land use statutes will not be effective, without comprehensively  addressed by the following:  minimum drinking water and wastewater treatment.  required to address.  does not foster good partnerships.  helped Exeter develop our current Village Ordinance,  ofthis problem.  addressing all the issues that have caused the housing crisis.  Thank you: for the opportunity to comment.  Sincerely, us Daniel W.J Patterson, President Exeter, Town Council  CC: Maria Mack, Vice Chair Land Use Commission (CFM@cox.net),; Speaker Shekarchi (rep- ldmsh@nlegaisuegp, Senate. President Ruggerio angsin@righlitimgw, Governor McKee, Ernie. Almonte, Executive Director RI League of Cities and' Towns amonte@rlemgueorg, Representative Megan Cotter pCate@nlegalatmag, Senator Blaine Morgan sen-morgan@rlegislature.gov) Thom Deller clo Christine O'Connor  Representative Julie Casimiro rep-Casimiro@rlegislature.gov)  COomor@rlegalaturcgoy    Coma-Y  RECEIVED JAN 062023  apr  STATEOF] RHODE ISLAND  COASTAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT COUNCIL Oliver H. Stedman Government Center 4808 Tower Hill Road, Room 116 Wakefield, R.I. 02879-1900  (401)783-3370 Fax: (401) 783-3767  PUBLIC: NOTICE for PROPOSED RULE-MAKING and Proposed Ocean State. Adaptation and Resilience Fund  PUBLIC! HEARING 650-RICR-30-0-01)  Pursuant to Chapter 46-23 of the State ofl Rhode Island General Laws, as amended, the Coastal Resources Management Council ("CRMC)prooses: toj promulgate and take public comment on the following proposed rulemaking of the Coastal Resources Management Plan: Ocean State Adaptation and Resilience Fund (6S0-RICK30-05-0D. Comments will not bet taken on any other section of the oft the Coastal Resources Management Plan during this notice period. In accordance with the procedures oft thel RI Administrative Procedures Act (R.I.G.L. $42-35) and thel Rules and Regulations oft the Coastal Resources Management Council, notice is hereby given regarding the intent of the CRMC to hold aj public hearing, accept public comment, and afford interested persons reasonable opportunity to submit data, views or arguments orally or in  writing during the 30-day comment period and thej public hearing.  The 30-day public comment period will open on January 6, 2023 and close February 6, 2023. The public hearing will bel held at 6:00pm on January 24, 2023 in Conference Room A of thel Department of Administration, One Capitol Hill, Providence, RI. The room is accessible toi the disabled and persons requesting interpreter services for thel hearing impaired must notify the Council at 401-783-3370 or RI711 at least three (3) business days in advance oft thel hearing date sO that such assistance can bej provided at no cost to thej person  requesting.  Summary of] Proposed Rulemaking 650-RICR-30-05-01:  Thej purpose of thej proposed: regulations is to establish the Ocean State Adaptation and] Resilience Fund ("OSCAR") which will provide funding for adaptation and resilience projects onj public lands. Grants from OSCAR will helpt to advance projects that protect or enhance coastal or riverine habitats to address climate change impacts. Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank (the' "Bank"), Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council (the "Council"), and] Rhode Island Department of] Environmental Management (the Department") are  jointly promulgating these regulations. The: following projects  The Bank, Council and Department will govern the provision ofi financial assistance from the OSCAR Fund to applicants. Thel FY: 2023 State Budget provides $4 million ini funding for the OSCAR Fund and will be  provided as matching grants to eligible entities.  The Council has complied with the requirements of] R.I. General Laws $8 42-35.1-3 and 42-35.0-4 and has filed copies of the proposed regulations with the Governor's Office and the Office ofl Regulatory Reform of    thel Department of Administration's Office ofManagement and Budget. The Council has determined that the proposed regulations do not duplicate any other state regulations and will not have any adverse effect on small  businesses.  All interested persons are invited to submit written comments on the proposed rulemaking, the Ocean State. Adaptation and] Resilience: Fund 60-RICK-0-05-0), by January 18, 2023. All such comments should be addressed to Jeffrey M. Willis, Executive! Director, Oliver Stedman Government Center, 4808 Tower Hill Road, Wakefield, RI. Thej proposed regulations are available on the CRMC website- - www.crmc.rigov.  Signed this 6th of January 2023.  Director  Coastàl Resources Management Council  KMak  Proposed Jointly Promulgated Regulation  650-RICR-30-05-01  TITLE 650. - Coastal Resources Management Council  CHAPTER: 30- Ocean State Climate. Adaptation and Resilience. Fund SUBCHAPTER 05- - Ocean State Climate Adaptation and Resilience Fund  Part 0I-OCEANSTATB CLIMATE. ADAPTATION: AND] RESILIENCEI FUNDPOLICIES. AND  PROCEDURES  1.0 Jointly Promulgated Regulation  A. Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank, Rhodel Island Coastal Resources Management Council, and] Rhode Island Department of] Environmental Management jointly promulgate 830-RICR-10-35-01, "Rules and  Regulations for Ocean State Climate Adaptation and] Resilience Fund".  B. This Part hereby adopts and references 30-RICR-10-35-01. Proposed Regulation as Jointly Promulgated by the] RIJ Infrastructure! Bank  830-RICR-10-35-01  TITLE S-INPRASTRUCIURE BANK CHAPTER: 10-PROGRAMS  SUBCHAPTER: 35- Ocean State Climate. Adaptation and Resilience Fund  Part 01 - OCEAN STATE CLIMATE. ADAPTATION. ANDI RESILIENCE FUNDI POLICIES AND  PROCEDURES    1.0 Jointly Promulgated. Regulation  Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank, Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council, and] Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, jointly promulgate 830-RICR-10-35-01, "Rules and  Regulations for Ocean State Climate. Adaptation and Resilience Fund".  1.1 Purpose and Scope  A. The following Policies and Procedures of Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank (the "Bank"), Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council (the "Council"), and Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (the "Department"): have been established to govern the provision of financial assistance: from the Ocean State Climate. Adaptation and Resilience! Fund ("OSCAR") to applicants for adaptation and resilience projects onj public lands. Grants from OSCAR willl help to advance projects on public land and protect or enhance coastal or riverine habitats to address climate  change impacts. 1.2 Authority  These rules and regulations are promulgated pursuant toi the authority provided by R.I. Gen. Laws $46-  12.2-4 and $46-23.3-7.  1.3 Definitions  A. Except as otherwise defined herein, the words and phrases used within this Part shall have the: same  meaning as the words and phrases in R.I. Gen Laws $ 46-23.3-2, as amended. B. For the purposes oft this Part, the following terms are defined as: follows:  1. 2. 3.  "Approved Project" means an eligible adaptation and resilience project as defined in R.I. Gen. Laws $46-23.3-2(1) and approved by thel Department and the Council pursuant tol R.I. General "Applicant" means any entity which owns or controls public land as defined by R.I. General "Successful Applicant" means an Applicant for an. Approved Project thati is awarded an OSCAR  Laws $46-23.3-6(a).  Laws $46-23.3-2(8) which: files an application for an OSCAR grant.  grant.  1.4 Financial Assistance  A. These Policies and Procedures govern the provision of financial assistance available to. Applicants for adaptation and resilience projects. Financial assistance shall be ini the: form of grants in amounts as B. Requests for financial assistance shall be submitted in writing by the Chief Executive Officer or other authorized officer oft the Applicant to the Council and thel Department in accordance with the open  determined by the Council and thel Department to be distributed by the Bank.  solicitation process pursuant tol R.I. Gen. Laws $46-23.3-6.  1.5 Permitted Projects and Eligible Costs A. Permitted! Project Categories    1.  The following categories of projects willl be considered, either alone or in combination, and include but are: not limited to projects on public land that protect or enhance coastal or riverine habitats to address climate change impacts. These include, but are not limited to:  a. b. C. d. e. f. a. b. C. d. e.  Projects that reduce the vulnerability of low-lying infrastructure on public land through measures that include removal and relocation ofinfrastructure. Restoration of river and stream floodplains, including regrading oft banks. Acquisition oft that area ofl land necessary to maintain and preserve public Redesigning, resizing, and replacing culverts and bridge spans at existing Additional projects deemed to be eligible under R.I. Gen. Laws $46-23.3-5.  Revegetation. access.  wetland crossings.  2.  The following categories of projects that are: not eligible are:  Projects mitigating any current, planned, or future projects that degrade, fill, or Projects fulfilling any liability for restoration required by any local, state, or federal agency pursuant to an environmental or public health enforcement Projects elevating, repairing, or replacing infrastructure, or constructing new infrastructure, in its existing location that is experiencing climate change impacts, except as otherwise provided in) R.I. Gen. Laws $46-23.3-5. Projects constructing new, or repairing existing shoreline protection structures; provided, however, that existing shoreline protection structures on public  otherwise destroy coastal, estuarine, or riverine habitats.  action.  parks may be repaired. Constructing roads or bridges.  B. Project Costs 1.  The: following types of costs are eligible to be paid for from financial assistance provided from  OSCAR pursuant to this Part:  a. b. C. d. e.  Planning, design, environmental, historic preservation, engineering, or other Legal and other professional services directly related tot thej project and project  professional consulting services.  development. Construction. Materials.  Plantings, reforestation, landscaping.    f. g. h. 2. a. b. C.  Monitoring, oversight, and inspection services. Community outreach and engagement.  Personnel costs directly related to the performance oft thej project.  Types of costs that are ineligible to receive monies from OSCAR include:  Administrative costs including clerical support, monthly utility expenses, the purchase ofoffice equipment, personnel costs associated with fund raising fort the  nongovernmental entity, etc. State or federal lobbying costs. applicant or their agents or assigns.  Response costs for emergency response actions caused or exacerbated solely by the d. Any fines, damages, assessments, settlements or other monies paid in connection with any litigation or administrative proceeding with any local, state or federal regulatory  agencies.  1.6 Grant Application & Review  A. The grant application shall be ina ai form acceptable to the Council and thel Department as prescribed in B. The Council and thel Department shall review and approve all grant applications after consultation with C. Applications shall bei reviewed based upon a minimum project readiness standard; overall spending targets by project type; preferences for projects that align withi the state's prevailing economic development plan; the criteria established inl R.I. Gen. Laws $46-23.3-4(d); and other criteria as identified by the Council and Department during the open solicitation period. D. Following recommendation by the Technical Advisory Committee and approval by the Council and Department, the Council and] Department shall notify thel Bank of the Approved Project(s): from the opens solicitation period and thel Bank shall, subject to the: funds available within OSCAR, award  any open solicitation period which shall occur atl least annually.  the' Technical Advisory Committee established inl R.I. Gen. Laws $46-23.3-3.  funding tot the Successful Applicants. 1.7 Grant Reporting Requirements  A. Following an award, Successful Applicants shall provide information to thel Bank, Council, and Department regarding the Approved Project that satisfies the reporting requirements ofl R.I. Gen. Laws $46-23.3-6, or as otherwise requested by thel Bank, Council, and/or Department. Successful. Applicants shall provide thel Bank, Council, and/or Department with other information or  B.  reports as and when the Bank: may reasonably require.  1.8 Grant Agreements  There will be a Grant. Agreement for each award of approved financial assistance outlining the terms  and conditions oft the grant, as applicable.    1.9 Compliance with Federal, State: and Local Law  The Applicant must comply with all applicable federal, state and] local laws andi regulations.  1.10 Modifications  Where deemed appropriate by thel Bank, Council, and/or Department, waiver or variation of any  provisions herein may bei made or additional requirements may be added.  1.11 Severability  Ifany provision ofthis Part or the application thereofi is held invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, thei remainder oft this) Part shall not be affected thereby. The invalidity of any section or sections or parts of any section or sections shall not affect the validity of the remainder oft this Part.    Corset!  RECEIVED JAN 0-5 2023  Office of the Auditor General State of Rhodel Island General Assembly Dennis E. Hoyle, CPA Auditor General  oag.rigov  33 Broad Street Suite 201 Providence, RI. 02903-4177  tel: 401.222.2435 fax: 401.222.2111  December 29, 2022  Mr. Antonio A. Teixeira Town Administrator Town ofLittle Compton 40 Commons; P.O. Box. 226 Little Compton, RI 02837 Dear Mr. Teixeira:  In accordance with your request, I am granting an extension to January 31, 2023 for submission of the Town of Little Compton audited financial report and management letter, if  applicable, for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022.  Please refer to our email on October 21, 2022 to all finance directors and school business managers for guidance on the timing and coordination of final fiscal year UCOA files and the UCOA Agreed-Upon Procedures. Auditors should have performed the test work necessary to complete the UCOA Agreed-Upon Procedures before issuing the audit report. Communication of the results of the UCOA Agreed-Upon Procedures engagement can follow, but not later than 30  days after completion ofthe financial statement audit.  Sincerely, COu Dennis E. Hoyle, Auditor General  94  C: Robert L. Mushen Laurie Dias-Mitchell, Ed. D. Joseph DeSantis John. J. McNamee, CPA Mary L. Sahady, CPA, Esq. Stephen E. Coleman, Jr. Mark Dunham Kevin Rampenthal    Consita  Carol Wordell From: Sent: To:  inhaggerty@a0.com Friday, January 13, 202310:14AM  cooXOtwerton.ngowmagewoesaymediagroup.om, harteyQeastbaymedlagroup.com, aguarepotsmoutm.om, uifusa@portsmouthiomgdabotteportsmouthr.com, amloneporsmoumcon atmaneporimoutmcom, akelyeportsmoutmn.com, yan@portsmoutmn.com ingepowcencgpumalcom: kgregg@providencejournal.com; farzan@providencejournal.com; ranereportsmoumricom, nitcrenepotsmoumgon eameseportsmoumcon snstepotsmoutmi.com: Town Council; Carol Wordell!; wichmondonewporicom: damon@newporri.com: wolangegannet.om, fymn@newportr.om, DdeMedeiros@tiverton.rigov, mburk@tiverton.n.gov dcook@tiverton.n.ovpedwardsetivertonngov,  Cc:  janick@ltivertonrigowy  Subject:  Thumbs Down On Mayflower Wind 1/13/2023  Subject: Thumbs Down On Mayflower Wind 1/13/2023  Thumbs Down On Mayflower  Wind  Falmouth Massachusetts USA  /13/2023 6dcdbbb2e6Bd.htm!  MPpmwnsaimwnpibatutadamea-sAS0aNSaNs  Thumbs Down On Mayflower - Letter  9hrs ago  0  1. Home 2. Falmouth 3. Falmouth Opinion    lapplaud Daniel H. Shearer's letter on January 6 as insightful concerning Mayflower Wind not being an American corporation. They have no skin in the game. They do not understand the densely populated residential nature of the Heights, the all-inclusive nature of her beaches and their value to the seashore Town of Falmouth. Their proposals give little to no consideration for those who have invested in and have come to love Falmouth and have shaped her traditions. Mayflower's interest is driven by greed as it seeks the least-expensive route for its  project.  Mr. Shearer's support for the 4-1 select board decision of December 19 to deny Mayflower Wind access to town property to study landfall sites for its electric cables is spot-on.lattended. the June 8 public forum and the select board meeting on December 19 and lam grateful that Falmouth residents were provided an opportunity by our select board to raise our voices andlor visually express our opposition for the Mayflower Wind Project. This is the best of all worlds and is what democracy is all about. Its substitute, democrazy," demonstrates the opposite,  the worst of all possible worlds.  The article by Noelle Annonen in the January 10 E-edition of The Falmouth Enterprise, Mayflower Wind Still Plans To Land Cables in Falmouth," says, Mayflower Wind plans to refile more detailed plans with the Energy Facilities Siting Board, which includes changes to the proposed transmission technology from high-voltage alternating current (HVAC) to high-voltage direct current (HVDC). Furthermore, it says, "The change from HVAC to HVDC current will reduce the footprint of the project's inland substation from 15 acres to 6 acres, according to  the company."  The article quotes community liaison coordinator for Mayflower Wind Kelsey Perry: "The recent select board vote does not impact Mayflower Wind's plans or timeline to refile the project's EFSB petition." Ms. Perry also told the Enterprise that Mayflower Wind was in the midst of surveying the sites and needed to finish work at the identified locations with the updated access agreements. She said the work must be completed in sequential phases. The company refrained from conducting site studies between Memorial Day and Labor Day to keep its promise to the  town that it would not disrupt the tourist season.  How sad is this? The company promised to be forthcoming, answer our questions and hold public forums which we requested to be held on Saturdays so more residents could attend, and it never happened. Now we are supposed to believe their pause was to show respect for our tourist season. Please, spare us the insult to our intelligence. Mayflower's delay was not motivated by their concern for the people of Falmouth; it was motivated by the hope for more. American subsidies to finance their project due to increased costs driven by inflation and  possible supply chain shortages.  2    Maylower Wind's Cable Through Folmouth Neighborhoods  STOP  TALNOUTAMASACIVASTS NO!  ECKGENES vow ACCIPO  ASSCOMICKI HWK0IO  VOGK wC 24L  3    Cmsnta  Carol Wordell From: Sent: To:  inhaggerty0a0.com Saturday, January 14, 20234:42PM  dcook@tiverton.rigovjmagaw@astbaymedlagroup.com, harteyQeastbaymediagroup.com, lagularepotsmoumricom: vjitusa@porimoutricom: dabbott@portsmouthricomc-hamlionepon@portsmouthri.com, atmanepotmoutmicom. ayepatsmouthricomjyeyameportsmouticom ingepowdergpuma.com gregg@providencejournal.com; aramepoxteagpumatcon: rainereportsmoumacom, Miadanepotmoashtgesgemsepatmouticont eisaporsmoutmi.om: Town Council; Carol MwEwemNepaNeN damon@newportr.com, wolangegannettcom, tlymn@newportn.com, DdeMedeiros@tMverton.rigov, mburk@tivertonngov. dool@lveronigpvpeonardsolweronngos Save Dowses Beach Meeting Jan 17, 2023 Cape Cod -Offshore Wind Industrial Cables  Cc:  janicxoltiverton.ngow  Subject:  Save Greater Dowses Beach  Meeting January 17, 2023 Time 6:30. -8 8:00 PM Osterville Village Library Meeting Room RSVP: saveourbeach22@gmail.com  43 Wianno Avenue Osterville, MA 02655  The question below is asked by Frank Haggerty (not a member of Save Greater Dowses Beach)  Questions need to be answered why state officials are allowing residential communities are being sacrificed for commercial ocean wind turbine cables. The total output of the Pilgrim Nuclear Plant was 680 megawatts. The state is allowing sets of cables at 800 megawatts through Cape Cod residential vacation destinations Why is the state of Massachusetts officials allowing foreign multi-national offshore wind contractors to make up to 10 cable landings in residential vacation communities destinations on Cape Cod? Applications have also been made in residential communities in Rhode Island. This is called the "generator lead line approach." This is the cheapest method for ocean contractors to get to grid locations as XLPE submarine cable can cost up to 5 million dollars per mile installed. This method also requires (you) the electric ratepayers to upgrade the current onshore electric grid to get the power off Cape Cod to the destinations of Boston, Fall The "planned approach' " avoids all Cape Cod communities. The wind companies spend 5 million per mile to install major XLPE: submarine cables from one offshore platform to Boston, Fall River, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. This is more expensive for the wind companies but in the long run saves everyone money including the wind companies and prevents up to 15 cable landings in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.  River, Rhode Island, and Connecticut.  Do it once do it right  See Page 7 Brattle Group: Summary of two transmission approaches studied in New England 1.The "generator lead line" approach: communities at risk of commercial cable routes  2. An alternative "planned" approach: correct method    At two-year-old report on offshore wind transmission by economic consulting firm Brattle Group appears to find electric grid cost savings of over tens of millions and significantly reduced environmental impacts and project risks in developing a multi-user, "planned transmission htosi/www.brattie.com.p.sountenthpioad/2021/06/21229) offshore wind transmission : an analysis of options for new england and new york offshore wind integration.pdf  system" for offshore wind.  SAVE GREATER DOWSES BEACH Meeting is on Junuary 171h 6:30 : 8:00 p.mL,  Osherville Village Library Meeling Room Barnstable residents wolcome Please rsypi #F you plan ha athend: ewhselltamallen (Uhis will help with logistics)  2    Consmfn  Carol Wordell From: Sent: To:  fnhaggertyQao.com Tuesday, January 10, 20233:13PM  dcook@tiwerton.n.gowmageweeasipaymediagroup.om, hartey@eastbaymediagroup.com, aguarepotsmoutmncom, vyitusa@porsmouthricom: abpotteportsmoutmcom, amloneporsmoumicon atmaneportmoumion: ely@potsmouthicomiyeneportsmoutmicon ngepowdergpuma.com ymgepoamgpimaton afarzan@providencejournal.com, ranereportsmoumacom, hitcreneportsmoutmgoz eamesepotsmoutmi.com: Eansepotsmoutmi.com: Town Council; Carol Wordell; wichmondenewporncon: damonenewpormn.com, wolangegannettcom: sflymn@newportricom; DoMecelczelwetonngos mburk@tiverton-n.gov dcook@tiverton.rigovpedwardsetiverton.nrigov.  Cc:  janckoltivertonngow  Subject:  Offshore Wind' Wreaks Havoc On Cape Cod  Offshore Wind Wreaks Havoc On Cape Cod  PahwwaidiasbceagpaspuAeesaccORApeaNw  Offshore Wind' Wreaks Havoc On Cape Cod  Jan 10,2023  The wind industry has transformed residential neighborhoods on Cape Cod vacation destinations into unprecedented uncertainty pitting neighbor against neighbor. These state and town officials get offered and take tens of millions of dollars to save the wind companies hundreds of millions. Residents of these towns end up To put the power of these 800-megawatt offshore wind cables in perspective the Plymouth Nuclear Plant's maximum output was 680 megawatts. These industrial strengths 800-megawatt cables are to be buried in the Several years ago the best and original proposals called the planned method were made to run four very expensive ocean wind turbine submarine cables from the offshore wind site 30 miles off the coast of Massachusetts to Boston, Fall River, Rhode Island, and Hartford, Connecticut. These locations are the ultimate Massachusetts state officials dropped the planned method and are now allowing foreign offshore wind companies to plow sets of electric cables up to 345,000 volts at 800 megawatts under some of thei finest beaches int the world and then through residential communities. There are five wind locations with 2400 megawatts of power each requiring sets of 345,000-volt cables to make landfall all over Cape Cod. There is a possibility of 15 This method being approved by the state saves wind companies from running the long-distance ocean submarine cables to the major use cities. The wind companies simply come on shore as close as they can get to The electric grid in Massachusetts and Cape Cod today is by most standards antique and in need of upgrades. Bringing offshore wind power onto the Grid on Cape Cod presents another major problem. The power still needs to go by land off the Cape to get to Boston and other major use locations. Electric ratepayers unknowingly will have to pay for major land upgrades rather than the wind companies running ocean submarine cables to the  with high voltage cables through their neighborhoods.  street outside your front door.  destination of power.  communities affected by Rhode Island and Cape Cod.  the old electric grid.  major cities.    It may also be worth mentioning there are no health studies in the United States for the 220,000 to 345,000 high The first beach torn up on Cape Cod was Covell's Beach in Centerville. Pictures below). Other towns and locations all over Cape Cod are having second thoughts about allowing two or three cables buried through their The Falmouth Select Board recently voted against an offshore wind company as the wind company pulled an end run going to the state legislature to bypass Falmouth zoning bylaws enacted to protect the public. The town bylaws are approved by Falmouth Town Meeting and Massachusetts Attorney General. The wind company also Finally, another wind company wants to run cables under Dowses Beach in Osterville. Aj peninsula beach, Dowses beach is a birding beach known for piping clovers spending the summer. The village of Osterville is a wealthy enclave with plenty of boat clubs, and high-end shops fori full-time and summer residents. Most residents of Osterville believe the offshore wind project is an ill-conceived and environmentally destructive project. All these cable landings on Cape Cod are multiyear heavy industrial projects interfering with the fragile Massachusetts state officials and foreign wind contractors are proceeding despite growing public opposition asking why the wind companies run their cables to Boston by submarine cable rather than destroy Cape Cod The Massachusetts land-based wind projects since Massachusetts Attorney General Martha Coakley filed charges against former Massachusetts state representative Mark Howland for his alleged "unscrupulous" Massachusetts had al land-based wind agenda of 2000 megawatts of wind power by 2020. The total now is around  voltage direct current buried cables proposed through the residential communities.  towns.  wants to run cables under historic Falmouth Heights Beach.  ecosystem.  vacation destinations.  business practice as a wind turbine supplier have been a disaster.  110 megawatts and most turbines are being curtailed or removed over noise nuisance issues. How could any state official think the ocean projects will end up any other way?  Offshore Wind Cables Construction  Covell's Beachi Cape Cod Vacation Destination  2    Coserbs a  Carol Wordell From: Sent: To:  inhaggerty@a0/.com Friday, January 6, 20238:35AM  cook@tiverton-ngowmagaw@eastpaymdiagroupcom, eharteygeastpaymediagroup.com, aguarepotsmoutimt.om: y/tsaeporimoumcom: abbotteportsmouthmt.om, hamltonepotsmouthricom: atmanepotsmoumcon lalyporimoutiricompymepotsmoutmacon ngepoxdergpuma.com: yepepowctgpumton afarzan@providencejournal.com; ranereportsmoumacom, Pitcremeportsmoumgoz eameseportsmoutmt.com: einsaepotsmoutmi.com: Town Council; Carol Wordel!; wichmondenewpoticom: damon@newportn.com, wolangegannet.com, tlymn@newportr.com, DdeMedeiros@tiverton.ri.gov, mburk@tivertonrigov, dcook@tivertonn.gvpedwardsetiverton.n.govy, Mayflower Wind Needs To Answer Questions Falmouth Massachusetts 1/6/23  Cc:  janicketivertonngow  Subject:  Subject: Mayflower Wind Needs To Answer Questions Falmouth Massachusetts 1/6/23  Mayflower Needs To Answer - Letter  Falmouth, Massachusetts 1/6/23  itpsiwww.capenewsnetiaimoutiopmnionmaylowerneeeds-o-answer-  leter'aricle.28639074478-5928hda318bc7a198i.hem!  Mayflower Wind's Coble Through Fdimouth Neighbothoods  STOP  AINOUTIMASACINAETS NO!  CM  ASCCTOK PMKGIO  DMCIDAL MACut  would like to thank the four out of five select board members who had obviously paid attention at the first Mayflower Wind public meeting six months ago. They remembered the questions asked by the audience and the inability to get answers from the group of "suits" sent to impress us. Att thatmeeting we gave Mayflower Wind a Istol-as/remember it-11 questions we needed answered and were told that we would get the answers "soon."1 The Cape Cod Times had a reporter at this meeting, although Idon'tremember reading anything in  our Enterprise.    Then, on the agenda for the select board meeting two weeks ago was a request from Mayflower Wind for access to our town beaches and uplands for a study of landing sites for their large cables without regard to Falmouth's zoning or other bylaws; the town would have no control over the digging and drilling on two town beaches, Central Park, Kite Park and the Worcester Court median. Mayflower' Wind sent a representatiyelawyer to the select board meeting but, again, he was unable to answer any questions asked by the select board or by the Falmouth residents in attendance. However, he would make sure that we would get the answers "soon," but Mayflower' Wind needed the okay for the study now. Our select board voted 4to 1 against the request, standing  up for the town we love, saying "no" until we get all our questions answered.  An editorial in our Enterprise stated that "elected officlals'-meaning, assume, our select board- "don't have the spine to acti ini the service of the greater good ini the face of complaints from a narrow constituency." No, Enterprise, we all acknowledge that we need wind energy, but, if your reporter had listened carefully, she would have understood that the majority in the room) just wanted answers to critical questions. Iwant them also, and I  live in West Falmouth. This is not al NIMBY response; our whole town is concerned.  Yes, we need the ability to utilize offshore wind power. There are seven leaseholders in the 1,400 square miles of federal waters off ours south coast who want to build wind farms. Mayflower' Wind is the first to reach this stage but they are not an American corporation and dealing with them during and after construction would be problematic. Why do they need waivers to skirt all of our town's regulations? They have yet to tell us where the cable will go, how much our roadsides, trees, bushes, grass areas, will be affected permanently and during construction, how many buildings of what size are required, or where they will be located. Yes, Mayflower Wind contributed money to our Fireworks Fund, the Falmouth Road Race and other smaller groups. However, we do  not wish to be bribed.  Please, select board, do not let them get at foot in the door. Please continue to say "no" until we have our requested answers and time to study them. We need more public meetings with people from Mayflower' Wind who can answer our questions. Absolutely we need wind energy and we will get wind farms, but let's not rush to  unconditionally accept the first applicant.  2