Date posted: AUGUST 8, 2023 by 4:00 P.M.  Alli items on this agenda aret tol be discussed and/oracted upon.  TOWN OF LITTLE COMPTON TOWN COUNCIL Wilbur McMahon School, Media Center 28 Commons Little Compton, RI  MEETING OF AUGUST 10, 2023  Live streaming at AGENDA 7:00P.M.  ttps/www.youtube.com/chamnel/uCNOKOBPAB5Aq33aE14z0XH099  Salute to thel Flag Plan.  Public Hearing- Receive review of the Planning Board on the following proposal, stating the proposal for an Agricultural Overlay District does not comply with the Town's Comprehensive Proposed amendment to the Little Compton Zoning Ordinance, including amending the zoning map, to include ai new: section tol bel known as $14-6.1 Agricultural Overlay District (AOD) covering. Assessor'sl Plat 22, Lot 8-8, known as 53 Winery Road, currently owned by) Dionysus Acquisitions LLC and the location of Carolyn's Sakonnet Vineyard. This proposal ist to encourage farming and agricultural operations within the. AODI by permitting existing establishments that] provide foodt to visitors to also provide alcoholic beverages for sale to visitors subject tot thei issuance of proper licensing byt the Town Council, in addition to the principal agricultural activities conducted upon the site. Insert below of Assessor's Plat 22 showing locus ofl lot 8-8. (Assessor's mapi names road as Sakonnet Point Road" aka "Great  West Road" now known as West Main Road)  87  35319 4000E  Announcements: Approval ofl Minutes = Department Head Reports:  July20, 2023  1. Town Clerk- - activity report for. July 2023 2. Fire] Department- - incident analysis for. July 2023 3. Police Department - activity report for. July 2023  4. Town Administrator - monthly review of actions taken during June 2023    Old] Business:  1. Response from Little Compton Historical Society Executive Director, Marjory O'Toole regarding the possible demolition oft the Firel Barn/Hearse House on1 the Commons. Strongly encouraging the Town nott to destroy this or any other historic building on the Commons (those listedi in the National Register of] Historic Places). 2. Crop Cannons - additional letters of complaint filed by several residents supporting concerns over the use of crop cannons on or near Old Main Road. Receive letters and 1. Vote to designate Anthony DeSisto, Esq. as the alternate Probate Judge to serve in the 2. Request from Opiate Grants Coordinator, Strategic Prevention Partners Newport County Prevention Coalition for the Townt to allow a commemorative banner and flags toi remember 434 individuals whol lost their lives ini this year duet to opioid overdose from Aug. 28 to Sept. 1. (request for Town Hall placement, suggest Pike's] Peak duet to 3. Request from Police Chief Raynes to amend the Little Compton Police Department's policy regarding the Reserve Police Officer Program and the rate of pay designated. 4. Request from Police Chief Raynes to authorize thej purchase ofa new police patrol vehicle to supplement the current fleet based on the: receipt of quotes received. 5. Recommendation: from Town Administrator to award contract for repair of Public  consider action(s).  New Business:  absence oft the appointed Probate. Judge when necessary.  construction)  Safety Complex flooring Board ofL License Commissioners: none  Communications: Consent:  1. Request from Kimberly Machadot tol hold her wedding ceremony in Wilbour Woods on August 17, 2024. Reception tol bel held elsewhere request is for ceremony only. 1. Email from Frank Haggerty sharing al link to a Facebook article "Westport 2. Copy ofai resolution adopted byt the Charlestown Town Council supporting the Coastal Resources Management Council's possible designation oft the "Sand Trail" as a CRMC 3. Copy ofar resolution adopted by the Westerly Town Council opposing Senate Bill 2023-0137 and House Bill 2023-5201 relating to towns and cities - relief ofi injured and deceased fire: fighters andj police officers presumption for heart disease and 4. Letter filed byl locall Fire Marshal advising Councilor Mushen of the upcoming  Massachusetts. Another Dead Whale" recognized right-of-way. hypertension. expiration ofa deadline  Payment ofBills  Consent Agenda All items listed are considered tol be routine by the Town Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion oft thesei items unless a council member or citizen SOI requests in which event the item willl be withdrawn from the General Order ofb business  and considered: int the normal sequence ont the agenda.  All are welcome to any meeting at the town, which is open to the public. Individuals requiring communication assistance or any accommodationt to ensure equal participation will need to contact  the Town Clerk at 635-4400: not less than 481 hours prior to the meeting.    TOWN OF LITTLE COMPTON RHODE ISLAND PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER. XIV OF THE LITTLE COMPTON TOWN CODE  ZONING ORDINANCE  Proposed amendment to the Little Compton Zoning Ordinance, including amending the zoning map, to include ai new section to be known as $14-6.1 Agricultural Overlay District (AOD) covering Assessor's Plat 22, Lot 8-8, known as 53 Winery Road, currently owned by Dionysus Acquisitions LLC and the location of Carolyn's Sakonnet Vineyard. This proposal is to encourage farming and agricultural operations within the. AOD by permitting existing establishments that provide food to visitors to also provide alcoholic beverages for sale to visitors subject to the issuance of proper licensing by the Town Council, in addition to the principal agricultural activities conducted upon the site. Insert below of Assessor's Plat 22 showing locus ofl lot 8-8. (assessor's map names road as "Sakonnet Point Road" aka "Great West  Road" now known as West Main Road)  x  6  Thej proposal may be altered or amended prior to the closure oft the public hearing without further advertising, as a result of further study or because oft the views expressed at the public hearing. Any such alteration or amendment must bej presented for comment in the course ofs said hearing. Copies of the proposed amendment may be obtained in the office oft the Town Clerk, Town Hall, 40 Commons, Little Compton, RI from 8 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday, on the town website under news and announcements or request by email to cwordel/@itlecomptonri.org.  HEARING DATE: August 10, 2023 TIME: 7:001 - PM  PLACE:  Wilbur McMahon School Media Center, 28 Commons  Little Compton, RI02837  Sakonnet Times- July20,July27,August. 3, 2023    $14-6.1.  Agricultural Overlay District.  $14-6.1.1 Purpose.  The agricultural overlay district (hereinafter referréd to as the "AOD") shall overlie portions of other: zoning districts established by this ordinance. The area of Little Compton within the AOD shall be subject to this article and tot the provisions of the underlying zoning district in which the AOD is located that are not in conflict with the provisions of the AOD. The purpose oft the AOD is to encourage farming and agricultural operations within the AOD by permitting existing establishments that provide food to visitors to also provide alcoholic beverages for sale to visitors subject to the issuance of proper licensing by the Towh Council, in addition to the  principal agricultural activities conducted upon the site.  $14.6.1.2 Definition.: As used in this Article, "Farm" and Agriçultural Operation" means any commercial enterprise which has as its primary. purpose horticulture, viticulture, viniculture,  floriculture or the raising of crops:  $14-6.1.3 Agricultural Overlay District.  The. AOD shall consist of that area SO delineated on a map entitled "Agricultural Overlay District" attached toi this ordinance and filed in the office of the Town Clerk. The boundary of the AOD  shall consist of Assessor's Plat 22,Lots 8-8.  1    $14.6.1.4 Permitted Uses ini the Agricultural Overlay District.  Upon any farm or agricultural operation located within the AOD, the following uses are permitted by right, subject to any licensing requirements of the Town of Little Compton:  1. For an existing restaurant or café: An eating establishment which offers food for sale to the public that has a kitchen facility to prepare food on the premises may also include a  bar area for the service of alcoholic beverages to visitors.  $14.6.1.5 Other Ordinances and Regulations.  All dimensional regulations set forth ini this Chapter for the underlying zone: shall apply in the AOD. All use regulations forth ini this Chàpter for the underlying zone that do not conflict with permitted uses set forth in S 14.6.1.4 shall apply in the AOD. All other Town of Little Compton ordinances, regulations and license requirements shall also àpply ini the AOD.  2    Pllic Hung, RECEIVED AUG 032023  Little Compton Planning Board Town Hall, 40 Commons Little Compton, RI 02837  August 3, 2023 Robert Mushen, President Little Compton Town Council 40 Commons Little Compton, R.I. 02837  RE: Agricultural Overlay District Plat 22, Lot 8-8  Dear Sir:  Atai meeting oft the Little Compton Planning Board on Tuesday, August 1,2023, the following action was taken  with regard to the above-referenced matter:  AI Motion was made by Sal Marinosci and seconded by Richard Ross that the Chairperson send a letter to the Town Council stating that the Planning Board does not find the proposed ordinance in compliance with the Little Compton Comprehensive Plan, siting Comprehensive Plan. Action Item under Economic Development: ED: 2.c and Land' Use Policy: LU 1.d. Further, the Planning Board recommends that the' Town Council utilize the Special Use Permit zoning provision to grant accessory use capabilities and further consider rewriting the proposed. AOD using the Solar Ordinance, Voting in favor ofthis Motion: Mr. Torchia, Mr. Beauchemin, Mr. Bowen, Mr. Ross, Mr. Marinosci, Ms. Greenwood,  Town Ordinance 14-5.14.b, e.2, f.2, as a model. Mr. Murphy and Mr. Steers. Opposed: None.  Very truly yours,  A. Michael Steers, Chairperson Little Compton Planning Board    wDublc Vanisy  RECEIVED AUG 0 7 2023  To: The Members of the Little Compton Town Council  From: Chris Burns Date: August 7, 2023  Subject: Opposition to the Proposed Amendment to the Little Compton Zoning Ordinance to Create an "Agricultural Overlay District" (AOD) at Sakonnet Vineyard I'm writing to express my opposition to any proposed amendment to the Town's Zoning Ordinance, which would be for the specific and exclusive benefit ofa single farm or business. Specifically, my opposition to amending Chapter XIV (14- 6.1, "Agricultural Overlay by District") is based on the following reasons:  1. Comprehensive Plan rationale for my opposition to amending the Zoning Ordinance in order to create an agricultural overlay district" (AOD) at Sakonnet Vineyard: (Refer to Town of Little Compton Comprehensive Plan  pages 117 to 124.)  Non-agricuitural commercial development on agricultural lands, located in residential districts, is inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan's goal of "achieving a land use pattern that preserves open space, aesthetic qualities and the Town's rural  heritage."  Specifically, the creation of an "agricultural overlay district" at Sakonnet Vineyard for the purpose of allowing the permitting ofa a full-service bar and restaurant or any other non-agricuitural enterprise on land designated for agriculture is inconsistent with the  Comprehensive Plan goals of:  Retaining low density development; Being sensitive to the environment;  Preserving the historical rural character of the Town; Ensuring future development will have limited impact on scenic resources and the quality of life of residents; and  Conserving natural lands.    Non-agricultural commercial development at Sakonnet Vineyard and on other agricultural operations and farms may enhance the Comprehensive Plan's goal of increased economic viability of working lands, but with a significant offsetting, deleterious effect on other Comprehensive Plan "Land Use" goals. (See previous bullet point.) Following a request by the Town Council, the Planning Board at its meeting on August 1 discussed the proposed amendment and voted unanimously to advise the Town Council that the proposed AOD was not consistent with the goals and objectives of the Town  Comprehensive Plan.  2. Zoning Ordinance rationale for my opposition to amending the Ordinance in order to create an "agricultural overlay district" (AOD) at Sakonnet Vineyard:  (Refer to the Town of Little Compton Zoning Ordinance.)  Such an amendment to our Town's Zoning Ordinance would discriminate against family farmers by serving the single, special business interest of the corporate owner of Sakonnet Vineyard. As a result, family farmers, without an on-site kitchen to support an existing restaurant or café, would be placed at a competitive disadvantage. Therefore, such an amendment would be arbitrary, capricious, unreasonable and unjustified.  Such an amendment to our Town's Zoning Ordinance would be a blatant circumvention of current zoning regulations and would violate the spirit of the stated purpose of our Town's Zoning Ordinance, which is to promote the "general welfare" of residents and to limit uses and intensities of use to those, which are 'appropriate to the [rural] character of the Town". Such an amendment to our Town's Zoning Ordinance would be in contradiction to the expressed opinion of the Town's Zoning Official, in which he stated a full-service bar and restaurant at Sakonnet Vineyard is not permitted in the Residential (R) zone, where the vineyard and winery  are located.  Such an amendment to our Town's Zoning Ordinance would disregard the long-standing opposition by Sakonnet Vineyard'sn neighbors and many other  2    Little Compton residents to the permitting of non-agricultural, commercial activities in Sakonnet Vineyard's Residential (R) zoned neighborhood and on the land, which is restricted to agricultural use only by a "deed to development rights" (conservation easement). Such special treatment, which benefits only the Vineyard, would undermine the pre-existing rights and uses of adjacent property owners. The operation of a full-service bar and restaurant well into the evening would alter the tranquil, residential nature of the area and deprive the residents of their right to peacefully  enjoy their property.  Such an amendment to our Town's Zoning Ordinance would create a precedent for permitting non-agricultural, commercial activities in our Town's Residential (R) zones by other commercial enterprises, who, enabled by such an amendment, would petition the Town Council for the creation of an agricultural overlay district" on their property.  Such an amendment to our Town's Zoning Ordinance would, over time, have the cumulative effect of establishing multiple 'agricultural overlay districts" in residentially zoned neighborhoods across town. Such an outcome would, in effect, "gut" the concept, the reality and the protections afforded to residents under 'residential zoning" as currently contained in  our Town's Zoning Ordinance.  Consequently, such an amendment to our Town's Zoning Ordinance would pose the following risk for Little Compton residents living in R zones: the owner of a "farm" or other "agricultural operation" located in an R zone, who currently offers food for sale to the public from an on-premises kitchen in an existing restaurant or café, could seek permitting for a full- service bar and restaurant by petitioning the Town Council for an agricultural overlay district".Ifa approved, a full-service "Ag Bar & Grill" could open in a Little Compton residential neighborhood. And, if denied, the applicant could take the matter to Newport Superior Court seeking equal treatment, under the amended ordinance, as received by Sakonnet  Vineyard.  3    Ins summary,  Avote against the proposed amendment preserves the integrity of our current zoning ordinance. A vote against provides assurance to property owners, who live in residentially zoned neighborhoods (R zones), that only those commercial enterprises, which are considered "legally nonconforming" and which do not intensify those "legally nonconforming" uses, are permitted to operate in their residential neighborhoods.  Ibelieve the Town Council's responsibility to residents is to uphold the laws (zoning ordinance) and to modify (amend) laws when such amendment serves the "common good".Idon't believe changing the rules (amending the zoning ordinance) to serve the non-agricuitural, commercial interests of as single corporation serves the "common good". To the contrary, most, if not all, Little Compton residents value the peace and tranquility, which  typifies the cherished rural character of our town.  Ifind Section 14.6.1.4 ("Permitted Uses") of the proposed AOD particularly egregious in that the proposed uses are permitted by right", which means they are administratively approved and do not require a public hearing. Resident neighbors of such a non-agricultural, commercial enterprise would be denied a voice in permitting the service of a full range of alcoholic beverages in their residential neighborhood, and silenced regarding the likely intensification of use of an existing restaurant or café as a result of an  expanded menu and extended hours of operation.  Finally, I question the compatibility of an AOD with the terms and conditions of the conservation deed, which the previous owners of Sakonnet Vineyard (Earl and Susan Samson) granted to the Little Compton Agricultural Conservancy Trust in exchange for the payment of $5 million taxpayer dollars. Are the terms and conditions of the Samson's "deed to development rights" subordinated by the "by right" provision of the  proposed AOD or vice versa?  Thank you for your consideration of my comprenensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance reasons for opposing the creation of an 'agricultural overlay district" at  4    Sakonnet Vineyard. Based on these reasons, lencourage you to vote against the  proposed amendment. Yourstruly, Chris Burns 39 Butts Rock Road Little Compton, RI 02837  5    Minutes ofa meeting oft the' Town Council held on July 20th, A.D.2023 at 7:00 o'clock PMI held in in-person format at the Wilbur-McMahon School Media Center, 28 Commons, Little Compton, RI. Members present: Paul J. Golembeske, Andrew) Iriarte-Moore, Gary S. Mataronas, Patrick McHugh and Robert] L. Mushen. Also: Anthony DeSisto, Town Solicitor, Mark Hartmann, Esq., Asst., Antonio Teixeira, Town Administrator, Fire Chief] Petrin, Police Chief  Raynes and Building Inspector/Zoning Official Dean Simmons.  At 7:00 PM the Council President called the meeting to order with a Pledge of Allegiance  to the Flag.  Motion made by Councilor Golembeske, receiving a second from Councilor. Iriarte-Moore, voting in favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, Mataronas, McHugh, Mushen): To approve, as written the Town Council minutes for. July 5th and July 6t, 2023 meetings. Motion made by Councilor Golembeske, receiving a sécond from Councilor Iriarte-Moore, voting in favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore; Mataronas, McHugh, Mushen): To  place on: file thei following Department Head: Reports: 1. Town Clerk- - June 2023 activity, report Building/Zoning Dept. - June - July. 13 2023 report 3. Tax Assessor -J June 2023 monthly report 4. Fire Department -J June: 2023. Activity report 5. Finance Director - June: 2023, monthly report  2.  Motion made by Councilor Mataronas, receiving a second from. Councilor. McHugh, voting in favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, Mataronas, McHugh, Mushen): Toratify the efforts of the Town. Administrator and to authorize him to execute a contract negotiated with George Duarte, Sr. to serve as the Town's Diréctor of] Public Works for the' Town of Council President Mushén reviewed al Memorandum depicting the end-of-year financial Motion made by Councilor Mataronas, receiving a second from Councilor McHugh, voting in favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, Mataronas, McHugh, Mushen): To approve, as presented al Memorandum depicting the end-of-year financial actions for Fiscal Year 1. Make the following transfers from the Contingency account (balance: $66,195) to accounts  Little Compton. actions for FY23.  2023 as follows: with shortfalls: Acct # 1505 1534 1545 1570 1588 1590 1660 1668 1691 1692  Account Name Probate Judge Charter Review Town Hall Auditor Public Safety Complex $20,245 Fire Department Dir ofs Social Services Town Landing Project Meeting Hall Senior Citizens Sum  Amount $420 $236 $5,833 $2,056 $18,053 $9 $882 $5,179 $13,155 $66,068  Reason Administrative expenses Additional mailing expenses Utility expenses Tax form preparation Upgrades to bathrooms/kitchen Personnel turnover, utility costs Support services Well head restoration Boiler failures and repairs Bus procurement and repairs    2. Make thet following transfers from the indicated special funds to the indicated accounts with  shortfalls:  From Special Fund ToAcct Fire Donation Fund 408 (ARPA Fund)  Account Name Amount Fire] Department $10,000 Senior Citizens  Reason Personnel turnover Bus procurement  # 1590 1692  $5,200  3. Make thei following intradepartmenta revisions to beginning-of-year estimated budgets:  Department From Account Building Public Works Acct# # 1530 1551 1560 1565 1566 1585 1625 1635 1640 1670 1671  To Account 1645 (Tree Warden)  Amount $3,273 $425  Reason Pace of inspections Additional storm work  1530 (Bldg Off) 1531 (Inspectors)  1640 (PW)  4. Encumber the following amounts for the purposes noted:  Account Name Building Official Employee) Benefits Finance Department Assessor Revaluation Police Transfer Station Highway Public Works Recreation Beach  Amount $5,000: $4,000 $30,318 $40,000 $299,995 $40,000 $9,036  Reason Training/Education expenses Office equipment, training Future revaluation  $41,500 Credit to Town OPEB acct at] Interlocal Trust $17,700: Appraisal costs, tax book printing, furniture $12,000 Vehicle maintenance, training, reserve program $43,105. Tennis court engineering and related expenses  Repairs tol buildings, grounds and signage Upcoming road repairs and maintenance Upcoming road repairs and maintenance Future capital needs  5. Transfer the following account balancest to thé related Council-established funds for the  purposes indicated: Acct# 1610  Account Name Capital  Fund Name Legal Reserve Capital Fund  Amount $7,400 $139,764  Reason Future legal expenses Capital program  1515 Legal Contingency  AI letter has been received from thel Pension Committee requesting the Council authorize the conversion ofthe current 457 Retirement Plan (Multi-fund 457-1 1989) to an enhanced plan (Alliance- -2 2023) both administered by) Lincoln Financial Group. After al briefreview discussing the benefits to the employees with the current proposal the following was voted: Motion made by Councilor Golembeske, receiving a second from Councilor Mataronas, voting ini favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, Mataronas, McHugh, Mushen): Based on thel Pension Committee's recommendation the Town Council hereby votes to allow the Pension Committee to move: forward with the conversion ofthe Town's current 457 Retirement Plan (Multi-fund 457- - 1989) to an enhanced plan (Alliance - 2023) both The Recreation Committee request the Council to solicit an RFP for engineering oft the town tennis courts. A further verbal request was made by Councilor McHugh, Council liaison to the Recreation Committee for an ad hoc committee tol be formed to interview engineers, review proposals submitted and recommend to the Council a course of action. Michelle Stecker oft the Recreation Committee stated that the Rec. Committee willl hold a meeting Monday the 24th of July and intends to appoint the committee. It was noted by the Town Solicitor that an ad hoc  administered by Lincoln Financial Group.    committee charged with a specific action does not need to comply with the open meetings act as they are considered aj public body. After a brief discussion the following was voted: Motion made by Councilor Golembeske, receiving a second from Councilor Mataronas, voting in favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, Mataronas, McHugh, Mushen): To assemble an informal advisory committee to include Councilors McHugh and Iriarte- Moore as well as the Planning Board Chairman as well as four (4) others to be named by the Recreation Committee to serve as an ad hoc advisory committee charged with the review oftennis court engineering and construction Requests for Proposals, interview Motion made by Councilor Mataronas, receiving a second from Councilor Golembeske, voting in favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, Matarorias; McHugh, Mushen): To offer congratulations to Detective Sergeant Ryan LeClaire on his recent promotion from Sergeant tol Detective Sergeant, effective Friday, Jdly 14, 2023 and thanking him for his Motion made by Councilor Golembeske, receiving a second from Councilor Iriarte-Moore, voting ini favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, Mataronas, McHugh, Mushen): To acknowledge receipt of an announcement: received from Carter Wilkie. ofthe establishment ofa a new campaign to Keep the Farm in Farm Coast, initiated by the next generation farmers across Little Compton, Tiverton, Westport and Dartmouth; andt to direct the Planning Board to pursue inserting the) principles oft this initiative into the Town's Comprehensive Plân during this current review and update. Kate. Almy wrote the Town Council ofH her extreme displeasure with the crop cannons being used: near her home. She feels there is. no accountability and that the farmers are: not utilizing other options available tot them to deter the birds. Within her communication she invited the Council membérs to come to her property. to hear the cannons. Three Councilors visited the site (Mataronas, McHugh, Mushen). The Solicitor explained what authority the Council has over  engineers and make a recommendation to the Council.  continued service to the Town ofLittle Compton..  this type of complaint:  Little Compton Ordinance Section 3-1.2-relates to noise and duration of allowable Pared with RI General Law 2-23-5 Right to Farm Act protections, noise generally Little Compton Ordinance Section 20, specifically 20-2 Notification to Farmers He believes the Council should follow chapter 20 oft the LCT Town Code and have the Town Clerk notifyt the owner of the farmed property oft the complaint filed. This will allow the owner and if applicable any tenant farmer to request a work session to Councilors McHugh, Mataronas and Mushen stated they did hear the cannons, but were unsure where the cannons were. located. Through discussion and review oft their visits they believe the cannons are located on property tot the north ofMs. Almy's and owned by Ferolbink Farms. After discussion the Motion made by Councilor Iriarte-Moore, receiving a second from Councilor Mataronas, voting ini favor (Iriarte-Moore, Mataronas, McHugh, Mushen) (Councilor Golembeske recused himself from the matter): To direct the Town Clerk to notify the owner of property directly to the north of Ms. Kate Almy to invite the owner to a work session to discuss a complaint filed regarding the use of crop cannons, noting that the  levels of sound  accepted farming within RIGL2-23.1-1  discuss the matter.  following was voted:    owner may need to notify any tenant farmer he may have farming the subject property. Said letter willl be drafted by the' Town Solicitor for execution by the Town Clerk. Motion made by Councilor Mataronas, receiving a second from Councilor Golembeske, voting ini favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, Mataronas, McHugh, Mushen): To congratulate Jr. Patrolman Stewart Braman on his successful completion ofhis probationary status and subsequent promotion tot the Rank ofJ Junior Patrolman. Councilor McHugh asked the Police Chiefift! this summer season was any busier than the Based on an email sent by Mimi Woodcock Karlsson complaining about use ofh her mooring in Sakonnet Harbor Councilor Mataronas spoke with thé. Harbor Master and the Yacht Club to make sure they understood no one was to be moored on her mooring. Motion made by Councilor Mataronas, receiving a sécond from Councilor McHugh, voting in favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, Mataronas, McHugh, Mushen): To accept an update from Councilor Mataronas that officials at Sakonnet Harbor know not to place any boat on1 the mooring owned by Mimi Woodcock Karlsson and toj placel her letter on the Motion made by Councilor Golembeske, receiving'as second from Councilor. Mataronas, voting in favor (Golembeske; Iriarte-Moore, Mataronas, McHugh, Mushen): To grant approval to the United Congregational Church to use the Town Landing on August Motion made by Councilor Golembeske, receiving a second from Councilor. Mataronas, voting ini favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, Mataronas, McHugh, Mushen): To move the agenda item - Payment ofBills to this point int the meeting. Motion made by Councilor Golembeske, receiving a second from Councilor Mataronas, voting in favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, Mataronas, McHugh, Mushen): That  past.  subject on file.  27,2023 at 10 am for its annual Beach Service.  the bills be allowed and ordered paid as follows: $87,353.73  Vision: Government Solutions computer Goulart Petroleum Inc. Fire Dept. Anthony DeSisto Law. Associates LLC- contingency Anthony DeSisto Law. Associâtes. LLC- Solicitor LC Wellness Center- Appropriation CS&M Tele-systems Inc. - Town Hall phones Eastern RI Conservation District- Appropriation Stay at Home in LCI Inc. Appropriation Info Quick Solutions Inc. computer East Bay Media Group Probate Everlasting Designs computer Madden! Electric- - Town Dock RIJ Energy Town Dock RI Energy Town Hall RI Energy - Adamsville Street lights RII Energy - Transfer Station RII Energy - 32 Commons RI Energy - IOOF RIJ Energy Public Safety Complex RIJ Energy Cell Tower  $22,648.00 $37.70 $562.50 $7,083.33 $10,000.00 $312.79 $750.00 $5,000.00 $1,137.25 $70.00 $1,680.00 $1,312.24 $38.24 $722.88 $49.11 $103.50 $43.20 $38.97 $1,419.01 $498.02    RIJ Energy - Street Lights WBMason DPW/Highway Petro -) Diesel Petro - Gasoline Crystal Rock-1 Town Hall - Transfer Station Tiverton Auto Body Inc. - Senior bus Cox- Fire Dept. Crystal Rock Fire Dept. Air Cleaning Specialists ofNEI LLC-E Fire Dept. Wilbur's General Store - Fire Dept. Ocean State Oil - Harbor Management Funds Coronis Health Amb. Reimb. Funds Bound' Tree Amb. Reimb. Funds St Annes Hospital - Amb. Reimb. Funds Bound' Tree Amb. Reimb. Funds Griggs & Browne - Fire PSC Griggs & Browne - Police PSC Madden Electric - Public Safety Complex BBI Nelson Apiaries - Public Safety Complex Ralco Electric Inc. - Public Safety Complex Central Square - Police Dept. SystemWorks LLC- Police Dept. Munission LLC-Policel Dept. NESPIN- - Police! Dept. Cox Police Dept. Rob's. Auto Care Inc. Police Dept. Crystal Rock - Police Dept. Sullivan Tire -] Police Dept:: Cox- - Police. Dept. Its About Thyme. Landscape Civic Rec. Eagle Leasing Co. - Town Hall: restoration Humphreys : Transfer Station - DPW IRRI-T Transfer Station Sakonnet Tree Inc. Tree Warden DavesLawnmower Repair-DPW Griggs & Browne Transfer Station Griggs & Browne Town Hall Griggs & Browne 30 Commons Wilbur's General Store Town Hall Ralco Electric Inc. - Cell Towér Ralco Electric Inc. Town Hall Verizon Highway Aquidneck Fasteners Inc. Highway WBMason - DPW/Highway  $26.57 $69.29 $669.07 $722.94 $97.50 $84.85  $220.75 $86.11 $1,353.00 $8.11 $818.90 $93.96 $26.37 $135.25  $1,667.97 $1,497.67  $1,074.48 $50.00 $50.00 $125.00 $2,500.00 $814.00  $13,853.37 $2,280.00 $499.00 $100.00 $57.17 $65.00 $60.71 $1,168.00 $77.60  $18,160.85 $3,185.00 $338.00 $340.42 $168.00 $585.00 $68.98 $60.00 $60.00 $40.00 $17.80 $659.00 $659.00 $22.64 $19.71 $12.25  At7:441 PM the Council President polled his fellow Councilors as to their wishes to enter into executive session under RIGL 42-46-5(a)(2)- - potential litigation. The Town Clerk polled each Councilor individually: resulting in a unanimous vote in the affirmative (Golembeske,  Iriarte-Moore, Mataronas, McHugh, Mushen).  The public was allowed to leave the room prior to entering into the executive session discussions. Present for executive session: Paul J. Golembeske, Andrew Iriarte-Moore, Gary S. Mataronas, Patrick McHugh and Robert L. Mushen. Also: Anthony DeSisto, Town Solicitor, Mark Hartmann, Esq., Asst., Antonio Teixeira, Town Administrator and Marisa Desautel, Esq..    At7:50: PM the Council reviewed the status of hearings on the SouthCoast Wind project and the Energy Facility Citing Board with. Attorney Desautel. This discussion was intended to determine the need, ifa any, to continue to retain Ms. Desautel's legal services.  At8:06P PM1 the Council President polled, by voice vote, his fellow Councilors as to their wishes to exit executive session under RIGL Section 42-46-5(a)(2): = potential litigation, voting in  favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, Mataronas, McHugh, Mushen). Returning to open session the following was voted:  Motion made by Councilor McHugh, receiving a second from Councilor Iriarte-Moore, voting ini favor (Golembeske, Iriarte-Moore, Mataronas;, McHugh, Mushen): To accept aj proposal by Desautel & Browning to continue. to: offer legal services on behalf of the Town ofLittle Compton concerning Southcoast Wind Project proposals authorizing both the Solicitor and the Council President to. execute upon as successful review by the With no further business before the Council the meeting was adjourned at 8:07 PM.  Town Solicitor.  Carol. A. Wordell, CMC, Town Clerk    DHR-I  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: August 1, 2023  The office of the Town Clerk handles on a daily basis a wide array oftasks. During the month ofJuly the following figures display the volume of work:  Dump stickers 138 issued Recording land evidence 87 instruments recorded Dog licenses -9 Vital records certified copies issued -1 19 Marriage License issued-3  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 responsiblities as Wellness Coordinator for the Trust, sharing multiple Deputy attended second year ofthree year course in education effort to achieve her Attended Attorney Generals Open Government Summit on open meetings act and  opportunities to achieve better overall health Attend weekly Town Hall renovation: meetings certification as Municipal Clerk access to public records act    Distribution Report - Summary LITTLE COMPTON COUNTY RI CarolA A. Wordell - Town Clerk 7/3/2023 TO7/31/2023  SALES ITEM Advertising  DESCRIPTION Advertising  AMOUNT 246.00 246.00 650.00 650.00 191.50 20.00 211.50 20.00 15.00 0.00 35.00 7.00 7.00 1.00 1.00 243.00 243.00 80.00 80.00 205.20 4,243.50 4,448.70 500.00 150.00 650.00 494.30 494.30 557.06 30.00 587.06  Appliance Coupon  Applicance Coupon Copies Probate Certify Copy Female Male Replacement Tag Spayed/Neutered  Copies & Other Services  Dog License  Dog Spayed and Neutered Historical Records Probate Historical Records - State Historical Records Town Land Records  Historic Preservation - Probate Historic Preservation- - State Historic Preservation - Town  Map Recording Fee Hauling License Mobile Food Establishment Preservation Fee Estate Tax Probate Filing Fee  License Fees  Preservation Probate  Printed On:8/1/2023 At: 12:02:05PM  Page 1 of2    SALES ITEM Town Transfer Station  DESCRIPTION Compost Bin Construction Debris Dump Stickers Seasonal Pass Single Use Coupon Tires  AMOUNT 45.00 225.00 695.00 15.00 30.00 160.00 1,170.00 10,715.20 4,255.00 14,970.20 9,823.80 9,823.80 48.00 127.00 44.00 219.00 24.00 56.00 112.00 63.00 255.00 34,091.56  Transfer Tax State  Transfer Tax- State Transfer Tax- - State Over 800K Transfer Tax- Town Marriage License State Vital Copy State Walk In Vital Copy State Online Marriage License Town Vital Copy Online Vital Copy Walk In Vital Copy Walk In Additional  Transfer Tax Town Vital Records State  Vital Records Town  Grand Total:  Printed On:8/1/2023 At: 12:02:05PM  Page 2of2    Dula  Little Compton Fire Department  July Report  2023    Little Compton Fire Depart ment Incident Anal ysis From 07/01/2023 Thru 07/31/2023 Incidents By Time And Day  Page  1  Print ed: 08/01/2023  SUN  MON TUE 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 2 1 12  WED THR 1  FRI SAT TOTALS 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 1 3 1 3 L 2 2 3 1 5 6 3 3 13 7 1 3 1 1 2 10 2 1 8 1 5 1 1 6 1 1 4 2 6 2 2 2 2 4 1 1 21 100  1 AM 2 AM 3 AM 4 AM 5 AM 6 AM 7 AM 8 AM 9 AM 10 AM 11 AM 12 PM 1 PM 2 PM 3 PM 4 PM 5 PM 6 PM 7 PM 8 PM 9 PM 10 PM 11 PM 12 AM TOTALS GRAND TOTAL: 100  1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 16  1 2 4 1 1 1 1 2 2  1 3 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 12  1 1 4 1  2 1 10  16  13  NFPA Part III: Fire And Incident Type Breakdown  A: Structure Fires By Fixed Property Use 1. Private Dwellings (1 or 2 Family) 2. Apart ments (3 or More Families) 3. Hote els and Motels 4. All Other Residential 5. TOTAL RESIDENTAL FIRES 6. Public Assembly 7. Schools and Colleges 8. Health Care and Penal Institutions 9. Stores and Offices 10. Industry, Utility, Defense, Laboratories 11. Storage in Structures 12. Other Structures 13. TOTAL STRUCTURE FIRES B: Other Fires And Incidents 14a. Fires in Highway Vehicles 14b. Fires in Other Vehicles 17. Fires in Rubbish 18. All Other Fires 19. TOTALS FOR ALL FIRES 20. Rescue, Emergency Medical Responses 21. False Alarm Responses  Nmber Deaths Injury Dollar Loss  0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 61 18  0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0  0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0  0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2000 0 2000 0 0  15. Fires Outside of Structures With Value Involved 0 16. Fires Outside of Structures With No Value Involved 0    Little Compton Fire Depart ment Incident Analysis From 07/01/2023 Thru 07/31/2023  Page 0 0 0 0 2000  2  Printed: 08/01/2023  22. Mitual Aid 23a. Hazmat Responses 23b. Other Hazardous Conditions 24. All Other Responses 25. TOTAL FOR ALL INCIDENTS  7 0 1 12 100  0 0 0 0 0  0 0 0 0 0  NFPA Part IV: False Alarm Responses  Type Of Call 1. Malicious, Mschievous Fall Call 2. System Malfunction 3. Unintentional 4. Other False Alarms  Nimber 0 8 8 2  incident Type Category Breakdown  Incid ent Type Cat egory [100-199] Fire/Explosion [200-299] Overpressure Rupture [300-399] Rescue Call [400-499] Hazardous Condition [500-599] Service Call [600-699] Good Intent Call 1700-799] False Call [800-899] Severe Weather/Natural Disaster [900-999] Special Type/Complaint Und et eri mined TOTAL  Occurr ences 1 0 67 1 9 2 18 0 1 1 100  Percentage 1.0 0.0 67.0 1.0 9.0 2.0 18.0 0.0 1.0 1.0 100.0  Fixed Property Type Category Breakdown  Fixed Property Type Cat egory [100-199] Public Ass embly Properties [200-299] Educational Properties [300-399] Institutional Properties 400-499] Residential Properties [500-599] Mercantile Properties [600-699] Utilities/Technology/Farming/Mning [700-799] Manufacturing Properties [800-899] Storage Properties [900-999] Special Properties  Occurrences 3 1 3 61 3 0 0 13 15 0 1 100  Percentage 3.0 1.0 3.0 61.0 3.0 0.0 0.0 13.0 15.0 0.0 1.0 100.0  None Unde et er mine ed TOTAL  Fire District Breakdown  Fire District NDRTH WEST WESTPORT  Occurr ences 10 1  Percentage 10.0 1.0    Little Compton Fire Department Incident Anal ysis From 07/01/2023 Thru 07/31/2023  Page  3  Printed: 08/01/2023  SOUTH WEST NORTH CENTRAL NORTH EAST CENTRAL SOUTH OUT OF TOWN TIVERTON TOTAL  9 25 16 15 17 1 6 100  9.0 25.0 16.0 15.0 17.0 1.0 6.0 100.0  Personnel Breakdown  Nai me Unknown  Pers. Form Ti me Sheet Reporting Approving  0 0 0 0 0 0 0  0 0 0 0 0 0 0  0 29 3 16 19 33 100  Li eut enant David A Nickerson Firefight er Jason DaSilva Firefight er Jonathan j Bednarz Captain Randall A Watt Li eut enant Samiel T Hussey  30 2 15 20 32 100  TOTAL  Apparatus Breakdown  Apparatus Fire Chief's Car Fire Prevention Car Engine 2 Fire Boat Rescue 2 Squad Tanke er 1 TIVERTON ENGINE TIVERTON RESCUE 1 TIVERTON RESCUE 2 WESTPORT RESCUE 1 TOTAL  Responses 13 7 48 1 71 4 8 1 4 1 1 159  Perce entage 8.2 4.4 30.2 0.6 44.7 2.5 5.0 0.6 2.5 0.6 0.6 100.0  Incident Type  Incident Type Not Report ed  Occurre ences 1 1 62 1 3 1 1  Percentage 1.0 1.0 62.0 1.0 3.0 1.0 1.0 5.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 2.0  Dumpst er or other outside trash receptacle fire EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury Motor vehicle accident with injuries Motor vehicle accident with no injuries.  Watercraft Rescue Power line down Service Call, other Lock-out Public service assistance, other Public service Assist invalid Dispatched & canceled en route Smoke scare, odor of smoke 911 HANG UP CALL    Little Compton Fire Depart ment Incident Anal ysis From 07/01/2023 Thru 07/31/2023  Page  4  Print ed: 08/01/2023  Smoke detector activation due to malfunction Heat detector activation due to malfunction Alarm system sounded due to malfunction CO detector activation due to malfunction Unintentional transmission of alarm, other Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional  1 1 4 2 1 1 6 1 100  1.0 1.0 4.0 2.0 1.0 1.0 6.0 1.0 100.0  Citizen complaint TOTAL  Aid Given or Received  Aid Given or Received Not Reported Matual aid received Mitual aid given None TOTAL  Occurre ences 1 4 7 88 100  Percentage 1.0 4.0 7.0 88.0 100.0  Apparatus Use  Apparatus Use Other Suppression EM TOTAL  Occurre ences 32 50 77 159  Percentage 20.1 31.4 48.4 100.0  For Districts: All For Situations: All For Jurisdictions: All For Street(s): All For Location: All    DAR3  Little Compton Police Department Town of Little Compton, Rhode Island  60 Simmons Road Office of the Police Chief MEMORANDUM  Date: To: From: Subject:  August 2, 2023  The Honorable Town Council Chief Scott N. Raynes Monthly Report for. July 2023  July 2023 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  1051 50 3 1 10 100 10 6 5 11 0 597 9483 0 1 $89.00    Little Compton Police Department Town of Little Compton, Rhode Island  60 Simmons Road Office of the Police Chief MEMORANDUM  July 2023 Police Overtime Hours  Totals: 8 0 52 0 3.5 20 62 0 4 0 8 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 Blue Riptide/Grant Military leave replacement Investigation  July 2023 Dispatch Overtime Hours  Totals: 36 0 32 0 0 32 0  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 of the Police Chief MEMORANDUM  July 2023 Part-time Dispatch Hours  Totals: 32 16 0 0 0 0 0  Weekend replacement Vacation replacement Sick leave replacement Personal day Holiday replacement Training replacement Comp-time replacement  July 2023 Town fuel log  Gasoline #1U Unused #21 Fire department # Unused #41 Maintenance #5 Highway Department 2,560.2 # 65 Senior Bus #71 Beach Commission #8 Police Department  June 76,010.0 28,318.6 4,223.5 42,312.1 5,235.7 1,410.1 12,195.4  July 76,010.0 28,411.1 4,223.5 42,571.2 2,560.2 5,267.7 1,410.1 12,841.5  Total 0 92.5 0.0 258.1 0 32.0 0.0 646.1  Total Gasoline: 1,028.7    Little Compton Police Department Town ofLittle Compton, Rhode Island  60 Simmons Road Office of the Police Chief MEMORANDUM  Diesel  June 45,155.2 11,043.7 5,313.2 4,833.1 362.8  July 45,458.1 11,043.7 5,313.2 4,904.1 362.8  Total 302.9 0.0 0.0 71.0 0.0  #1F Fire Department #2 Unused #31 Highway Department # 4 Maintenance Department #5 Old Senior bus  Total Diesel: 373.9  Respectfully, glduk John Faria Lieutenant Deputy Chief    DHR-Y  RECEIVED AUG 0 8 202  Onun of Gittle Compton  Omun Hall g.0. Dnx 226  Gittle Compton, R3 03837  To: From: Date: Subject:  Honorable Town Council Antonio A. Teixeira Th Town Administrator July20,2023 June monthly report  Town Hall Restoration - Weekly meetings continue to be held with the Damon Company to discuss  current and future construction plans.  Finance area is being painted, flooring and electric and data drops Vestibule: handicap mechanism, floor mat, and locks installed Front hallway - flooring to be installed and locks installed Interior painting is being done in various areas  Fire safety - Crescent. Alarms continues to work in various areas; vestibule andi finance area Janitor's closet, kitchenette and conference room are being worked on Handicap bathroom has been drafted and some modifications being proposed Court Yard - lights installed, thet fences removed as well as the trash containers  Town Budget - Review the end of the year FY23 with the Department Heads and make the necessary Town Landing wellhead restoration has been completed: roof and masonry work to reinforce the Town/Senior Van - RIPTA hasi informed us that the entire cost will be covered by Federal Grants. The Learn365RI -The Town partner with the School Department and the Community Center to apply fora a $50,000 grant. We were informed that we were successful and1 the sign will take place at the Town Hall DPW - Director = Two applicants responded to the ad. One candidate withdrew, the Town Council interviewed the other. The Town Council made aj job offer and asked the Town President and Town Administrator to negotiate an employment contract. A draft oft the contract is being submitted to the Broadband Summit -lattended a day long Summit - Thursday, June 1st at CCRI in Newport. RII Interlocal Trust -1 lattended two meetings: OPEB and the Board of Trustees  adjustments.  structure : thanks to Rob Marra and Melissa Hutchinson. Town no longer will have to make the 20% match.  Town Council Champers-Weunesday, August 23 @ 11am.  Town Council for ratification.  1Page    OBrI  RECEIVED JUL 1 8 2023  LITTLE COMPTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY  July13,2023  Tot thel Little Compton Town Council:  Earlier this year, the Town Administrator asked fori information regarding the possible demolition oft the Fire Barn/Hearse House on the Commons. As you know that buildingi is listed in the application that successfully listed the Little Compton Town Commons on the National Register of Historic Places. We recently received the parking lot project plans and discussed them duringt the Historical Society Board Meeting on' Wednesday, July 12 via Zoom. Town Council President Bobl Mushen attended to explain the As we shared earlier in the year, buildings listed on the National Register, in general, cannot be destroyed iff federal assistance, usually funding or licensing/permitting is involved, and we urged the Town to seek legal council andi to consult withi the Rhode Island Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission. Note that the Little Compton Common Historic District extends 150 feet to the north of the road, More importantly, even if non-federal funds were used for the project, we believe it would be inappropriate to remove the Fire Barn/Hearse House or to greatly alter the exterior oft the building because iti is al historic building that contributes to the historic landscape of the Commons and the historic character oft the larger community. The building represents an important part of thet town's history. Its historic importance and the town's commitment to preserve it as part of the historic fabric of the Commons is confirmed by the application fori inclusion on the National Register ofH Historic Places, We: strongly encourage thei town not to destroy this or any other historic building on the Commons (those listed in the National Register of Historic Places document) and instead to develop and implement plans for adaptive reuse of these buildings that will benefit the community while preserving the historic Ina addition, ifa and when traffic or safety reports indicate that additional parking on the Commons is necessary, it willl be very important to shield that parking from street view with landscaping and other techniques to preserve the historic landscape on and around the Commons andi its viewshed to the  project and answer our questions.  including much oft the proposed parking lot.  which was approved at both the state and federal levels.  character of the Town Commons.  greatest extent possible. Sincerely, Marjory Mro  Ooole  Executive Director, on behalf of the Little Compton Historical Society Board of Directors  548 West Main Road P.O. Box 577 Little Compton, Rhode Island 02837 phone: 401-635-4035  e-mail: chisoylirlecomponos www.litlecompron.org    OB-2  Carol Wordell From: Sent: To: Subject:  Hugh O'Mara nughomaraegmalcom, Wednesday, Juy26,20237.12AM  Town Council Crop Cannons  Robert, Paul, Gary, Andrew and Patrick,  Iread the article about Kate's plight on East Bay RI and I wanted to reach out and weigh in. Itoo love the farms in area and frequent many oft the local stands, but feel like the crop cannons need to be addressed. Its seems like the use oft these cannons has increased dramatically over the last 4 or 5 years. They start earlier: ini the season and stay longer. The frequency has also increased. Ilive'across the reservoir from Kate and find the cannons disruptive. Ican't imagine what it must be like for her. Isupport working to curb the use ofthe cannons. Thank you for all that you do and your consideration on this matter.  Regards Hugh 102 Burchard Ave.    OB-)  Carol Wordell From: Sent: To: Subject:  Susan Cory sue@suecony.com> Thursday, July 27, 2023 11:34AM Town Council Crop Cannons  Ilive a half mile away from Ms. Almy, but I can hear the cannons from inside my house, with the windows closed tightly and the central air running. The noise level is certainly bearable for me, under those conditions, but whenever I am outdoors, I am surprised by howl loud the noise is and how it seems to be right next door. The volume seems to vary from time to time, as does the number ofi repetitions.  Icannot imagine how disruptive it must be for my close neighbors without air conditioning. Two oft them have told me that more than once they have been awakened by a very loud BOOM at 6:30 a.m. Ihave no: idea how many decibels that would be, but it seems particularly invasive and definitely before the allowed time frame  quoted in the Sakonnet Times.  Town Councilors are welcome to stand in my yard to make their own observations.  Iunderstand the farmers' dilemma, but the quality ofl life for the non-farmers during the corn growing season  has to count for something. Sincerely, Susan Cory 38 Old Main Road  1    03-2  Carol Wordell From: Sent: To: Subject:  Susan Cory scony@suecory.com> Saturday, August 5, 20236:06PM Town Council Corn Cannons, again  Its seems the few days of peace and quiet have come to an end.  Will this be discussed at the upcoming meeting?  Susan Cory 38 Old Main Road    OB-L  Carol Wordell From: Sent: To: Subject:  Bill Hewitt hewitsbil@gmal.com> Friday, July 28, 2023 3:08 PM Town Council  Kate Almy's complaint regarding crop cannons  To the Town Council,  My wifel Leila and I purchased our home at 89 Old Main Rdi in December of2019. Each summer, we have heard the crop cannons, and having spent some time on a farm as a youth, I understand how birds and other animals can have a devastating effect on crops as they search for food, water and shelter. This year, however, Iwrite in support of the complaint lodged by Ms. Almy. This year, the cannons are virtually non-stop, louder than normal, start quite early and go well after sunset. While we. have somewhat gotten used to it, our guests are I'm hopeful that the Town Council can work with the farmers using these cannons on another way of achieving their objective. The neighbors surrounding these particular pieces ofl land deserve a level of comfort afforded to  has been nothing but al headache-inducing nuisance.  not, iti is upsetting to our dog, and makes enjoying our time here nearly impossible.  all residents of Little Compton. Sincerely yours, Bill & Leila Hewitt  1    0B-)  Carol Wordell From: Sent: To: Subject:  Alice Benedict alcbmnedciegmalcom, Friday, August 4, 2023 10:55AM Town Council Crop Cannon Noise at the north end of town  Tot the members oft the Little Compton" Town Council:  Having readi int the Sakonnet Timest thata ai neighbor of ours on Old! Main! Road has been so disturbed by the crop cannon noiset that shel has asked the Town Council toa address the matter, Iwas pleasantly surprised whent the cannon was silent from Sunday (7/30)t through yesterday (8/3). Iassumed that the owner of the property andt the farmer usingt the crop cannon hadb been: made aware oft the distress the cannon noise was causing and] had! kindly decided tot turni ito off. Alas, I was wrong. The cannon started upa againt thist morning at 6:45. Int the past, it has started as early as 6 and gone offu until dusk making for some very long, torturously noisy days. Wel live al half mile fromi the cannon and can hear itl loud and clear. How many others arel having their days at! home ruined by As you know, thisi is not ar newi issuei int town. Itl has come up before the Town Council before. Ini fact, you received al letter from me abouti itin2 2015 and allowed me to address my concerns ata Council meeting. Iam trying again witht this letter to convince you that this kindo ofl loudi noise that goes on all dayi is unacceptable.. .even under the provisions oft thel Rightt tol Farm. Act. Intermittent; plowing and harvesting noisei is tob bee expected. Closet tol 15hours a day of Iassume ai farmer using a crop cannon would arguet thati iti isi necessary tos save a crop from damage byb birds. Whilel Idor not want any oft this delicious corn to bel lost, itd does nots seem fairt that SOI many residents should bei inconvenienced to ensure that parts oft this cropa are not damaged. Woulda any other business be  this noise?  what sounds like shotgun blasts isi not. It qualifies as" disturbing the peace".  allowed tol keep this up? Are there any other farmers growing corn inl Little Compton who use a crop cannon? Finally, mayl Ia ask ifyoul have afforded thei farmeri inc question a" "work session" as yet and what came ofit?  Thank you for listening. Alice Benedict 31 Old Main Road    OB4  Carol Wordell From: Sent: To: Subject:  Alice Benedict aldbenedctegmalcom, Monday, August 7, 20238:36AM Town Council Crop Cannon Noise, Letter #2  Thisi is my second] letter in as many days tot the Town Council regarding noise from crop cannons. Inever imagined when we moved tol Little Compton over Yesterday was Sunday. There were two crop cannons that could be heard1 loud and clear on our property. The closer oft the two (inaf fielda at thet top oft thel hill on Old Mainl Road) went off EVERY30s seconds witha ai massive boom. Yes, that ist twicea aj minute, 120b blasts an! hour. The other cannon erupted every7 Today, Monday, the noise! began early. The every-7-minutes cannon started up at6 6:04. The every-30 seconds cannon started at 6:34. Att thist ratel before the The noiset the cannons makei is miserable tol listen to. Itisi maddening. Itist unneighborly and unnecessary. Itist unfair. Being in our yard or on the deck Please use, your authority tos stopt this noise ASAP. Itisi intolerable. Just drive up Old! Main Road ands see/listen for yourselves. Then imagine that thisi is  30 years ago (whent there was plenty ofc corn: and no crop cannons tob be! heard)t that we would bei int thisp position.  minutes withr multiple blasts.  day has ended, I ame estimating thatt ther neighborhood willl have endured well over 1600 cannon blasts.  sounds like a war: zone. Insidei isi not much better. happening inj your neighborhood. What would you do? Ihopet that there willl be nor need tol lodge at third complaint.  Alice Benedict 31 Old Mainl Road  1    OB-2  Carol Wordell From: Sent: To: Subject:  Donna Kent dontxentegmail.com> Friday, August 4, 2023 3:00 PM Town Council Old Main Road crop cannon noise  Dear Town Council members,  As a 20+ year homeowner at 35 Old Main Road, the quiet we experienced this week without the crop cannons was wonderful after the non-stop assault' for many hours each day. Iassumed this matter had been resolved However, Iwas distressed to hear the crop cannon going off again at 6:45 am this morning. It woke me &1 has been blasting ever since. Enduring it is affecting my sleep & quality oflife, as I cannot sit oni my deck, work in my garden, or enjoy my yard. I do not have a/c, SO not being able to open my doors & windows is a hardship. I Igrew up as part of a farm family, & have first hand experience & compassion for their challenges. But this Surely the Council will hear our concerns and find a way to settle this, and remind those about what iti means to  with Ferolbink & the renters.  feel like aj prisoner ini my own house!  seems unduly extreme & unreasonable for the residents in the area to endure.  be a good neighbor in our community. Thank you for your time.    0b-d  Carol Wordell From: Sent: To: Subject:  Donna Kent dontaentegmail.com> Monday, August 7,20231:04PM Town Council Crop cannon noise second plea  Iregret the need to write to the council a second time.  Yesterday, Sunday, was a beautiful day, but the crop cannon blasts were more frequent, louder, & much more intrusive than ever. My day was ruined. Ic cannot have friends or family visit, enjoy my yard, or find peace The constant aggressive sound in our neighborhood isi intolerable. Who of you would want to be awakened at 6 Iunderstand the economics oft the corn crop. However, IifI were a summer renter in this neighborhood,I would seriously reconsider for next year. And pity the poor realtor showing a property with the background of Itrust the Council members Ivoted for will hear me & respect my plea. Iurge you to address this as soon as  inside my house.  am with a cannon blast, then have to endure it all day long until sunset???  cannon fire.  possible. Our quality oflife is seriously in jeopardy.  Little Compton deserves better! Donna Kent 35 Old Main Road  1    OB-)  Carol Wordell From: Sent: To: Subject: August 7, 2023  Kris Donovan Wisdonovanl@mecom> Monday, Agust/,20259ABAM Town Council Crop Cannons  Dear members of the Little Compton Town Council,  After being woken once again before 6:30 am this morning by the crop cannons on West Main Road, we feel that we have to voice our serious objection to this nuisance. We live at 9 Donovan Way, at the corner of Francis Lane, quite far from the actual site of the cannons and we have been seriously bothered by the noise for weeks now. We noted the other publicized complaints from people who live Perhaps because the sound carries on Almy Marsh it is more noticeable here, but it is an awful jarring sound that continually disturbs our peace. Because of the weather, we chose to close our windows and turn on our air conditioning but, once the weather turned and we opened them again, the sound of the cannons is simply awful . all day long, into the evening. Sitting outside, which we love to do, is unpleasant because of the jarring sound of the cannons. When the wind is light, that is when iti is most disturbing. The fact that it started before 6:30 am this morning was just awful.... we are retired and have an expectation of peace and quiet to wake when we choose, not to be woken at that very Ifevery farmer, on every field of crops in town were to set up these cannons, it would be just horrible. There has to be a better way to deal with the birds. Itis not fair to us who deserve peace and quiet in our home and yards. We understand very well the plight and difficulties of the farmers but this is simply not fair to us and other homeowners who enjoy our little piece of heaven and expect itt to remain peaceful. Every fall we endure the hunters across the marsh on the farm during the season.... it is still very upsetting every time I hear a gunshot. Our dog is traumatized. The crop. cannons are not quite that bad but they are that same jarring, upsetting sound that no one should We invite you to take a ride to our address to hear for yourselves... it is really quite amazing to  closer to the sound and wonder how anyone could not be bothered by it.  early hour.  have to endure.  realize how far that sound carries and at this high level.  Sincerely, Kris Donovan 9D Donovan Way Little Compton, RI 02837 401-683-8308    MB-1  Carol Wordell From: Sent: To: Subject: Good morning,  Tony Teixeira Friday, July 21, 2023 11:35. AM Robert Mushen; Carol Wordell  FW: National Opioid Overdose Awareness Day 2023  Please see attached a request Newport County Prevention Coalition.  Tony  From: Kathleen Brughelli malto.korugnelierprevention.org. Sent: Friday, July 21,2 202310:11AM To: Tony Teixeira tteixeira@littlecomptonri.org> Subject: National Opioid Overdose Awareness Day 2023  National Opioid Overdose Awareness Day takes place on Aug. 31, 2023. The Newport County Prevention Coalition would like the town's permission to place a commemorative banner and flags to remember the 434 individuals who lost their lives this year due to opioid overdose. We would like to  display the banner outside the Town Hall for the week of Aug. 28 to Sept. 1.  We appreciate your time and consideration.  Kathleen Brughelli Opiate Grants Coordinator Strategic Prevention Partners Newport County Prevention Coalition 808.342.4168 ongrellenpreventonog  Strategic Prevention Parinerships KysheC-y WWhing  Newport County. Prevention Coalition Memhirdfnhadeh M-yiCle  1    o -  RECEIVED AUG 0 2 2023  LITTLE COMPTON. POLICE. DEPARIMENT  COMPTD  60 Simmons Road Little Compton, RI 02837 Phone 401-635-2311 Fax4 401-635-8782  Scott N. Raynes Chief of Police  July 19,2023  The Honorable Town Council Little Compton Town Hall 40 Commons Little Compton, RI 02837  Honorable Town Council Members,  Iam requesting Town Council approval to amend Little Compton Police Department's policy 100.07 Reserve Police Officer Program. Specifically, Chapter I, Section 1. COMPENSATION. "Patrol. Shift- rate ofPatrol Sergeant according to the current Collective. Bargaining. Agreement between the The Reserve Police Officer Program has proven to efficiently provide safety and security to the residents and visitors oft the Town ofLittle Compton. Ithas also allowed ouri full-time sworn police officers to enjoy well-deserved time off and reduce the number of"order-back" shifts they work. Our two Reserve Police Officers have] proven to be reliable int their duties and a wealth ofl knowledge As stated above the current rate of compensation stands atal Patrol Sergeants hourly rate. Currently that ratei is $33.10/hour Iam proposing changing the rate to that of Senior Patrolman's time and one-half rate, which would raise thel hourly rate to! $45.36. This rate would change with the current Collective Bargaining Agreement each year. This rate would also not affect our currentl budget for patrol overtime, as iti is still al lower rate than an' "order-back" shift fora a sworn member. The new rate would be comparable to other Rhode Island Police Department's Reserve Officer rates and ensure the continued success of our Reserve Police Officer Program. Ilook forward to speaking with you ini more detail regarding my proposal and) It thank you in advance for your continued supportofthe! Little Compton Police Department.  IBPO Local 644 and the Town ofLittle Compton"  for our younger sworn: members.  Respectfully, G Scott) N. Chief fofPolice  2    RECEIVED AUG 0 2 2023  LITTLE COMPTON. POLICE DEPARIMENT  COMP  60 Simmons. Road Little Compton, RIC 02837 Phone. 401-635-2311 Fax 401-635-8782  NB-4  Scott N. Raynes Chief of Police July26,2023  The Honorable Town Council Little Compton Town Hall 40 Commons Little Compton, RI 02837  Honorable Town Council Members,  The Little Compton Police Department is respectfully requesting the purchase ai new police patrol vehicle to supplement our current fleet. We have received three (3) separate quotes fora 2023 Ford F-150 Responder. This vehicle will be utilized as an administrative and utility vehicle. Itwill not be added to the front-line patrol vehicles. The quotes include the  price oft the vehicle as well as the police equipment and upfitting charges.  1. Island Tech Services, Warren, RI 2. Colonial Municipal Group, Plymouth, MA 3. StrobesNMore, Westerly, RI  $53,314.56 $52,959.56 $54,074.98  We: are: requesting Island Tech Services for our purchase at the above quoted price of $53,314.56. Funds for this purchase will be allocated from the approved FY24 Capital Projects as well as the "Detail Cruiser Fund". We have now utilized Island Tech Services for our last three cruiser and upfitting purchases. The customer service and workmanship as well as the proximity oft their facility makes them a preferred vendor choice.  Thank you in advance. Respectfully, Scott N. ChiefofPolice B2    IT5 CCTE  Page 1of2  Budget Quote  C CCLONIAL MUNICIPAL GROUP  Date: Revised 1/13/2023 Valid Date: 10/31/2023 Dave Brown  Chief Scott N. Raynes Little Compton Police Department 60 Simmons Rd. Little Compton RI. 02837 sraynes@ticr.com 401-230-3243 Item #  ITECH Salesman: Paul Leon  508-314-8228 Line Total 43,995.00 $ 43,995.00 245.00 $ 298.90 $ 215.60 $ 137.20 $ 171.50 $ 98.00 $ 583.10 $ 527.26 $  GBPC/MAPC 2023  Qty 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00  Description: 2023 Ford F150 Responder PPV Running Boards Power side mirrors Rear Defroster Fog Lamps Led side view spot lights Rear Window Privacy Glass Spray-In Bedliber BLIS  Unit Price $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $  245.00 298.90 215.60 137.20 171.50 98.00 583.10 527.26 $ 46,271.56 $ $ 95.00 $ 195.00 $ 960.00 $ 285.00 $ 405.00 $ 136.00 $ 848.00 $ 405.00 $ 345.00 $ 307.00 $ 675.00 $ 77.00 $ 58.00: $ 673.00 $  CMG VEHICLE PRICING  ITS EQUIPMENT PERI PCC CONTRACT  1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 2.00 1.00 2.00 1.00 1.00  Vent Shades F/R Tint Front Windows 20% Federal Signal ES100 speaker (grille) Federal Signal (2) MPS62U B/W Grille Lights Federal Signal Head Lamp Flashers Federal Signal (2) XSM2 XSTREAM rear window lights $ Federal Signal (2) MPS62U-BW 1/4 rear window Federal Signal (4) 416900XZ rear tail (2) BW_(2) RW  $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $  95.00 195.00 960.00 285.00 405.00 136.00 848.00 405.00 345.00 614.00 675.00 154.00 58.00 673.00  Federal Signal (4) DUO Lamp BWW front windshield BAW $  Code 3 Pre-emption Havis Console Havis Arm rest Havis Dual Cup holder Federal Signal 65003 Hand held Siren  Colonial Municipal Group www.buycmg.com 774)283-6400 61 Camelot Dr. Plymouth, MA 02360    Page 2 of2 95.00 $ 195.00 $ $ 6,043.00  1.00 1.00  Shop Supplies  $ $  ITS EQUIPMENT PRICING  Grand Total  $52,314.56  Colonial Municipal Group www.buycmg.com (774)283-6400 61 Camelot Dr. Plymouth, MA 02360    G AT TTAT ) - vi111 MU NICIPAL GROUP Colonial Municipal Group-C 61 Brigham St Marlborough, MA01752 Contact: David Brown Email: dbrown@buyemg.com  Veh_Little Compton PDF RI 2023 Ford F150 Responder Admin  Sales Rep Paull Leon P:888-615-27703285 E:p pleon@itsg.us.com  VehLittie Compton PDJ RI2023 Ford F150 Responder: Admin  Quote #TS054771NE v2 Date Issued: 06.07.2023 Contract: GBPC/MAPC &F PSC01 CONTRACT  Colonial Municipal Group -C 61E Brigham St Marlborough, MA01752 Contact: David Brown Email: dbrown@buyemg.com:  Sales Rep Paull Leon P:8 888-615-2770x x285 E:p pleon@itsg.us.com  Qty  MAPC/GPBC, Aftermarket Equipment- Contract Pricing (Exp 09_30_2024)  Vehicles VEHICLE light  Price Qty $43,995.00 1 $245.00 1 $298.90 1 $215.60 1 $137.20 1 $171.50 1 $98.00 1 $583.10 1 $527.26 1 Subtotal: Price Oty $285.00 1 $0.00 1 $202.50 8  Ext-Price $43,995.00 $245.00 $298.90 $215.60 $137.20 $171.50 $98.00 $583.10 $527,26. $46,271.56 ExPrices $285.00 $0.00 $1,620.00  FORDI F1501 Responder PPV INSERT VEHICLE SKUS HERE  Drivers side: spot Running Boards Dark Car Feature Power Side Mirrors Heated side mirrors Rear Defroster Reverse Sensing Fog Lamps AuxA Air Conditioning Rear Privacy Glass Rear Privacy Glass Spray BLIS  Led Side View Spot! Lights Spray-in Bedliner BLIS  Lighting - Sirens ES100C ESB-FRD15 MPS62U-BW  FED' 'SIG -SPKR,EMERG, 100W,PLASTIC, FED SIG -BRKTK KI,ES100G/FRD1SFIS0 FED SIG DUAL COLOR,12-LED,BLUEMWHITE (2) FRONT GRILLE (2) REAR 1/4 GLASS  (4) Rear Window Lights (in place of xtreme lights)  Quote #ITS054771NEV v2  Colonial Municipal Group 61 Brigham Street Marlborough, MA 01752  Page:1of3    Ce COT AATTAT I Vi1i MUNICIPAL GROUP Colonial Municipal Group -C 61E Brigham St Marlborough, MAC 01752 Contact: David Brown Email: dbrown@huyemg.com Lightings Sirens MDASHÇPE FHL-CHG 416900Z-RW. 416900Z-BW  Veh Little Compton PD RI-2023 Ford F150 Responder Admin  Sales Rep Paull Leon P:888-615-2770 x285 E:p pleon@itsg.us.com  Oy $345.00 1 $136.00 1 $153.50 2 $153.50 2 $424.00 2 $673.00 1 $795.00 1  Code 3- Preemption traffic signal, dash mount, 12VDC UPPER MIDDLE WINDSHIELD FED SIG HEADLIGHT FLASHS SELECT-A- FED SIG CORNER LED,DUAL/NLINE, FLASHER REAR BRAKE FED SIG CORNER LED,DUALINLINE FLASHER REAI RI BACK UPS REAR UPPER WINDOW FEDSIG-SIRENAS-2265,400WI2VDC SIFMS, Split Front Headliner. System, Duo color, Si Only Red White Reference Number: 1580075600 FEDSIG-KT,LBRKT,DUALHDLEFT/  $345.00 $136.00 $307.00 $307.00 $848.00 $673.00 $795.00  XSM2-BRW-US FED SIG XSTREAM,DUALSYNG,BRW,US  650003 SIFMP  SIFMS, Split Front Headliner System, Duo color, Passenger Side  MPSM6-DL Consoles/ Mounts CUP2-1001 425-3816 C-ARM-102  $0.00 2 Subtotal: Price Qy $58.00 1 $0.00 1 $77.00 2 $675.00 1 Subtotal: $195.00 1 Subtotal: Pace Qy $195.00 1 $95.00 1  $0.00 $5,316.00 ExtPrces $58.00 $0.00 $154.00 $675.00 $887.00 $195.00 $195.00 EXtFncer $195.00- $95.00 Page:2of3  HAVIS -Internal cup holders Jotto Magnetic Microphone System Single Pack Havis Side Mount Armrest Police Responder  C-VSW-2400-F150 Havis 12.5" Wide Flat 24"Vehicle-Specific Console For 2021-2023 Ford F-150  Graph Tint Vehicle-Upfit- Outside Service MiscAdditions Vehicle-Upfit- Supplies 894044 Quote #ITS054771NE v2  TINT FRONT WINDOWS ONLY- 20X  Misc. Material toi include commecters.wreharwardwarsuseblocks.elays  FRONT AND REAR VENT: SHADES  Colonial Municipal Group 61 Brigham Street Marlborough, MA 01752     AOTA TTAT MEIYN MUNICIPAL GHOUP Colonial Municipal Group C 61B Brigham St Marlborough, MA 01752 Contact: David Brown Email: dbrown@buyemg.com  VehLittle Compton PD RI-2023 Ford F150 Responder Admin  Sales Rep Paull Leon P:888-615-2770 x285 Epleon@itsg.us.com  nice aty Subtotal:  EXtFE $290.00 Amount $46,271.56 $5,316.00 $887.00 $195.00 $290.00 $52,959.56  Quotes Summary Vehicles Lighting- -Sirens Consoles /Mounts Paint/ Graphics /Tint Misc Additions  Total:  Quote #TS054771NE v2  Colonial Municipal Group 61 Brigham Street Mariborough, MA 01752  Page:3of3    v'ano (T Rch furvicr OsCast Om New England Office Paull Leon Signature /Name 06/07/2023 Date  Oak Bluffs Police Department 1141 Signature /Name 6-7-23 Date  Ehdefon  NWC Inilials  wh  Page3of3  Quoter S0560 2NE    besNMore.com  about:blank  Order Date:6/28/2023 Order Number #:285740 Sales Person:David  SIBDBESWORE  QUALITY You CAN TRusT  StrobesNMore.com 81 Tom Harvey Road Westerly, RI 02891 401-348-0141 BILLING. ADDRESS John Faria Little Compton Police 60 Simmons Road 401-635-2311 jfaria@ticri.com Payment Type:Quote Item ID 894044 TINT I2E  SHIPPING ADDRESS In-Store Pickup Strobes NJ More 81 Tom Harvey Road Westerly, RI02891 -United States  Little Compton, RI 02837- United States  Shipping Method:In-store pickup: StrobesNMore  Total Items:76  Descriptions and Options AUTO VENT SHADES 894044LOW PROFILE-SMOKED TINTTO1 MATCH (FACTORY REAR) FRONT DRIVER, FRONT PASSENGER Whelen ION DUO Linear-LED Universal Choose your. LED Colors: Blue/White Whelen ION Swivel Mount Whelen Vertex Hide-Away with Flasher Choose your LED Color(s): Blue Whelen Vertex Hide-Away with Flasher Choose your. LED Color(s): Red Nova Strobe Preemption Dash Light HAVIS C-VSW-2400-F150-1 12.5? Wide Flat $669.99 24? Vehicle-Specific Console for 2021-2023 Ford F-150: Police Responder, Special Service vehicle (SSV) HAVIS CUP2-00AselrAdpustung Double Cup $48.99 Holder (Fixed Mount) Havis Side Mount Arm Rest HAVIS C-APW-1390 13? Accessory Pocket, $63.00 9." Deep for 3.3?W Section of Wide Consoles HAVIS C-FPW-3 FILLER PLATE HAVIS C-FPW-25 FILLER PLATE HAVIS C-FP-4. FILLER PLATE HAVIS RADIO: BRACKET (NEED RADIO $0.00 INFORMATION) MAKE, MODEL, REMOTE OR SELF CONTAINED- Havis Microphone Clip Bracket  Price $100.00 $200.00 $111.15  Qty 1 1 8 1 2 2 2 1 1  Total $100.00 $200.00 $889.20 $63.99 $47.88 $155.04 $155.04 $189.99 $669.99  Mount  ETHFSS-SP-ISO SoundOff Signal Isolation Headlight Flasher $63.99  IONKIB VTX609B VTX609R MDASHCPE C-VSW-2400- F150-1 CUP2-1004 C-ARM-102 C-APW-1390 C-FPW-3 C-FPW-25 C-FP-4 TBD C-MCB  $23.94 $77.52 $77.52 $189.99  1 2 1 1 1 5 1 2  $48.99 $141.98 $63.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $29.98 6/28/2023, ,3:45PM  $70.99 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00  $14.99    robesNMore.com  about:blank  MAGMIC LABORMPA SHOP FN-4516-LS ISFW47Z HHS4200  Magnetic Mic Microphone Clip Installation MPA Negative Bus and Cover Feniex Lightstick Window Mount WHELEN ISFW47Z: DUO. FST WECAN BLUE/WHITE F150 Whelen Siren Amplifier 21 Push-Buttons and $473.67 Handheld Slide Switch Controller Choose your Model: 4200: Same as 3200 + WeCan Port (+$77.00) WHELEN SA315U SPEAKER  $39.95 $95.00  2 30 1 1 4 1 1  $79.90 $2,850.00 $175.00 $79.99 $76.00 $1,085.85 $473.67  SHOP WIRING AND INSTALL SUPPLIES $175.00  BLUESEA5025ST Blue Sea System Fuse Block- 6 Circuits with $79.99  $19.00 $1,085.85  SA315U SAK73 INSTALL Order Comments: MPA566  $200.00  $200.00 $27.93 $0.00 $7,803.42 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $7,803.42  WHELEN SAK73 SPEAKER MOUNT. F150 $27.93 INSTALL OF. ALL. ABOVE! LISTED PARTS $0.00 PLUSCDCUSTOMER PROVIDED RADIO  1 1  SubTotal: Discount: Tax: Shipping: Total:  F150. RESPONDE-PRACINOPEANL  Checkout Questions PO# If Applicable:  IHave Read And Agreed To The Terms and Conditions:  Terms and Conditio...  * VETICLE MUST BE PWRCHASED BPARATEL 120M TE COLOHIAL MUNICIPAZ GROUP IN PMOLTH, MA  46,271.56  (BTA COST: $5,074.98  of2  628/2023,3:45PM    NB-5  RECEIVED AUG 08-2023  Cown of ittle Compton  Cmun Hall .0. Dox 226  Gittle Jompton, R3 02837  To: From: Date: Subject:  Honorable Town Council Antonio A. Teixeira h Town Administrator August 10, 2023  Flooring Repairs at the Public Safety Complex  As you know we have repaired thet floors in the Dispatch and the Police area leaving the Please see attached Fire Chief Richard Petrin's memo. As the Chief pointed out there are In order to expedite the repairs, Chief Petrin procured three bids to get the work done.  hallways and the apparatus bays to be done.  serious concerns with the floors for safety and health reasons.  Attached are the bids for your review:  Above the Board Carpentry, LLC DiStefano Brothers Construction, Inc. Flooring Solutions  $132,318.00 $59,865.00 $42,500.00  Iconcur with Chief Petrin that Flooring Solutions is a reputable company and has provided great Irecommend the Town Council move to select Flooring Solutions to perform the floor repair.  results with previous work within the Public Safety Complex.  Thank you!  1    Town ofLittle Compton, Rhode Island Little Compton Fire Department Office of the Fire Chief MEMORANDUM  Date: August 4, 2023 To: Town. Administrator Teixeira From: ChiefPetrin Subject:. Apparatus floor repairs  Tony, as you know back in October of 2022 Building Enclosure Science was commissioned to perform a preliminary condition assessment of targeted building elements experiencing commonly reported moisture issues at the PSC. One of the issues observed was standing water on the interior floot surface in the apparatus bay. The apparatus bay floor area is rapidly deteriorating and causinga Ihave enclosed three quotes for the repair of the apparatus bay floor. I would like to suggest that Flooring Solutions be awarded the contract to perform the necessary flooring repairs. Flooring Solutions has performed work in the police department and dispatch ateas of the PSC, and I have been very pleased with theit work. If you have any questions Of concerns regarding this project  safety issue.  please contacti me. Respectfully, Rkulart Richard G. Petrin Chief of] Department  rgp    Condition Assessment Report Little Compton Public Safety Facility 60 Simmons Road, Little Compton, RIC 02837  October 3, 2022  Figure 3 Title: Interior Observation Growth Comments: Black organic growth was observed on the ceiling surface adjacent tol HVAC vents at multiple locations in the! building.  Figure 4 Title: Interior Observation Standing Water Comments: During thef follow-up visit, standing water was notedt tol be collected ont the floor surface int the apparatus bay.  Page 60 of7    Above The Board Carpentry, LLC 159 East St Woonsocket, RI 02895US +14 4016515563 borehbuarlte@gmaicon  Cpentiy  Estimate ADDRESS RICHARD! PETRIN LITTLE COMPTONI FIRE DEPARTMENT 60 SIMMONSI ROAD LITTLE COMPTON, RI 02837 USA DATE  ESTIMATE DATE  1079 09/11/2021  DESCRIPTION: REMOVE COVE BASE MECHANICALLY GRIND SUBSTRATE 16 GRIT DIAMOND GRIND OPEN ANDE FILL CRACKS SUPPLYAND INSTALL VB5 WATERBORNE EPOXYVAPOR BARRIER SUPPLYAND INSTALL E100PT4 PIGMENTED EPOXY BASE COAT BROADCAST: SILICA QUARTZTO REJECTION REPEATE BASE COAT ANDI BROADCAST SUPPLYAND INSTALL! E100 HIGH PERFORMANCE NOVALAC TOP COAT BRICKRED SUPPLYAND INSTALL E100F PT4 SAFETY YELLOW LINE STRIPING DUETOSEVERE MOISTUREITIS RECOMMENDED TO GOWITH THIS OPTIONTO ELIMINATE THE NEED FOR TESTING Page 1of2  QTY RATE 4,200 12.96  AMOUNT 54,432.00  QUARTZI BROADCAST SYSTEM  QUARIZBROADGAST SYSTEM  4,200 17.83  74,886.00    VAPOR BARRIER STRENGTH. REMOVECOVE BASE MECHANICALLY GRIND SUBSTRATE 16 GRITDIAMOND GRIND OPEN ANDE FILL CRACKS SUPPLYAND INSTALLHERMETIC: 4,8SURETHANE CEMENT SLURRY SUPPLYAND INSTALL E100F PT4 PIGMENTED EPOXY BROADCASTS SILICA QUARTZI INTILL REJECTION SUPPLYAND INSTALLE100 NV5 HIGH PERFORMANCE NOVALAC TOP COAT BRICKRED SUPPLYAND INSTALLI E100PT4 SAFETYYELLOW LINE STRIPING SUPPLY AND INSTALLI E100F PTG COVE BASE 6" COVE  COVEBASE  200 15.00  3,000.00  TOTAL  $132,318.00  Accepted By Accepted Date  Page 2of2    DiStefano Brothers Consiruction, Inc. 433 Main St, Wakefield. R102879-401.783.4030  db  DiStefano Brothers CONSTRVCTIONINC DESIGNBUILD  Specification Sheet  Richard Petrin  CC-Petrin,' Richard Little Compton Fire Department -F Firetruck Bay  60 Simmons Road, Little Compton, RI 02837 DiStefano Brothers Concrete Coating System 000 - Job Site Conditions Initial site visit Area (SqFt): 4187 sq ft Initial Moisture Reading: 5-6 Hardness: 6  Current Overall Condition: Cracking along front where tires sit. Cracking along back as well. Control joints present. Recommended not toi filll but to coat with top coat so they are  sealed Color: TBD  Additional Notes: Yellow safety lines. 551 L.F long & 4 Inches Floor sweats often creating safety hazards fori firefighters. Borderline high moisture. Recommending: moisture barrier. Looking to have work done before the end of November. Surface preparation necessary for finish coat adhesion Dust is minimized by connecting grinders to high-efficiency  Wide  2 per bay 8 total  012-Sitel Prep & Diamond Grinding  vacuum systems. CC-Petrin, Richard Little Compton Fire Deparment-Firelruckt Bay  Page 1of3  8/1/2023    DiStefano Brothers Construclion, Inc 433 Main St, Wakefild,i02879-401)783-1030  014-Moisture Block-EMVB  Required if concrete moisture reading is above 5.0 Moisture readings may vary due to seasonality, weather, and thickness of concrete. Moisture samples wil bet taken before and  after Diamond Grinding.  014 - Moisture Block - Moisture Block + Densifier Required if concrete moisture reading is above 5,0 Moisture readings may vary due to seasonality, weather, and thickness of concrete. Moisture samples will bet taken before and  after Diamond Grinding. 020 - Floor Prep: Mender  Pita and crack repair. Our team will apply mender to damaged areas and regrind the surface prior to applying the floor finish. Floor base coat Polyurea, premier color chips, and UV-resistant 063 -Urethane Heavy Duty UR 4800 (Secondary Top Coat) Urethane top layer designed for heavy duty wear and abrasive  060 -Triple Layer Floor Finish Polyaspartic clear coat  environments UR 4800-H High Solids Urethane Topcoat 080 - Shark Bite Slip Grip Add slip-resistant texture to surface  Estimate  $59,865.00  Client Signature Client Signature  Date Date  CC-Petrin, Richard Little Compton Fire Department Firelruck Bay  Page 20 of3  8/1/2023    DiStefano Brothers Consiruction, Inc' 4331 Main! St, Wakefield. RIC 02879-1400.783-4030  Contractor Signature  Date  CC-Petrin, Richard Liule Compton Fire Departent Firetruck Bay  Page 3of3  8/1/2023    Flooring Solutions 54CVermont. Ave Warwick, RI 02888 401.734.4470 401.734.4469 Fax www.flooringsoluionsusa.com  July 24, 2023 Chief Petrin Little Compton Fire Department 60 Simmons Rd. Little Compton, RI 02837 RE: Vehicle Bays  Letter ofP Proposal for Epoxy Flooring  Flooring Solutions, a certified Dur-A-Flex Installer is pleased to provide you with a quote for the above-mentioned, job. We are basing our pricing on approximately 4095 square feet of epoxy flooring and approximately 300 lin. feet of four-inch integral cove base. We are also basing our pricing on work being performed during regular working hours and As discussed, we are proposing a system that will be a combination ofurethane cement, epoxy and a urethane topcoat for this area. The urethane cement will act as your moisture mitigation system and is more: resistant to salts that may exist ini the concrete as well as locking down any alkaline which may pass through than a topical moisture mitigation system. As you can imagine epoxies are very sensitive to moisture vapor sO after a discussion with our manufacture, we: recommend this system based on existing conditions with no vapor barrier under the slab, as well as the usage of the area, The system being proposed is thel Dur-A-Flex Polycrete SLB urethane cement with a broadcast, then Dur-A-Flex Shop Floor which is the epoxy coating and finally topped with Dur-A-Flex. Armor Top which is the urethane topcoat. Below please see our scope  not on prevailing wage per our conversation.  ofwork: Scope:  Shot-blast existing substrate and edge grind Install Dur-A-Flex: Polycrete SLB Install 4-inch integral cove base Apply Dur-A-Flex Shop Floor Apply Dur-A-Flex. Armor Top  Total Labor and Materials  $42,500.00  The following is supplied by the owner oft thej project:    Power to meet equipment needs Dumpster Broom swept  All debris and obiects moved prior to start of] project  Thank you for this opportunity and Ilook forward to hearing from you regarding this or  any other project we: may assist you with.  Sincerely, Kevinp. Haughey Kevin P. Haughey President    Cm-/  Carol Wordell From: Sent: To: Subject:  Kimberly Machado <kmurdock5322@gmail.com> Tuesday, July 18, 2023 11:58 AM Town Council Possible wedding at wilbour woods  Hello my name is Kimberly Machado. My fiance an Iare interested in doing a small wedding in Wilbour Woods on August 17,2024. We were told by town clerk that we: needed to get approved by town council. There will bei no loud music or party there after the ceremony. It will just be the small ceremony and pictures then we would leave. Ia am seeking approval early SO ifthis is not okay Ihave time to find a different option. 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Sincerely, Kimberly Machado    Emsntkl  Carol Wordell From: Sent: To: Cc:  fnhaggerty@ao.com Sunday, Juy23,20231130AM:  news@wjar.com; desk@wpri.com; news@abc6.com; shegy@wpri.com; mmontecalwo@wpn.com: ubisher@pbn.com,; wponeseb.owpocom, doug@ 997wpro.com; ePmoganenegsaurgon cook@tivertonngowmegewPeasbaymediagroupcom, eharteygeastbaymediagroup.com; guarpotsmoutm.om,  yitsa@porsmoumicom, abbotteportsmoutmacom: amiomeporsmoumicon atmamnepotmoutmiom: akelly@portsmouthr.com.jyaneportsmouthr.com  Subject:  Westport Massachusetts Another Dead' Whale  Subject: Westport Massachusetts Another Dead' Whale  Westport Massachusetts Another Dead Whale # Offshorewind https:l/www.facebook.com/richard.sisson.33videos/10057794474405377  1    10:56  11  "G  Defender  Max  New BAS ew Bedford  Tiverton  Westport  Ptsm Marine1 ortsmouth  wwn  Little Compton  Old Coot  Cameron Scott7  Shooting Star  GosnHoliday 1  Ocean Blue  Jessica Heather  Saturn  Hope And Sydney  Hadley Ruth  V 7  Enterprise  nahhia Cia  2    Insdz  RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF CHARLESTOWN IN SUPPORT OF THE COASTAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT COUNCIL'S (CRMC) POSSIBLE DESIGNATION OF THE "SAND TRAIL". ASA A CRMC RECOGNIZEDI RIGHT-OF-  WAY (ROW)  WHEREAS, the Charlestown Town Council supports the public'sr right to access the shore; and WHEREAS, the Charlestown Town Council wishes to refer the "Sand Trail" located in Charlestown, Rhode Island, tot the Coastal Resourcel Management Council: for possible designation WHEREAS, the "Sand Trail" can be described as the sand traveled way that runs nearly parallel to the Atlantic Ocean along the barrier beach south of Quonochontaug Pond, and to the westerly NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Council of the Town of Charlestown affirms its desire to see the CRMC's ROW designation process for the "Sand Trail" proceed BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to provide a copy of this resolution to the Town of Charlestown's representatives ini the R.I. General Assembly and to The RESOLUTION shall take effect upon passage. By resolution of the Charlestown Town  asa State Right of Way.  side oft the Quonochontaug Breachway in Charlestown, Rhode Island.  consistent with the public'sri right to access its valuable coastal resources.  all Rhode Island City and Town Councils. Council at a meeting held on July 24, 2023.  ATTEST:  Av Row Wwwl..CMC Amy Rose Weinreich, CMC Town Clerk  3    CMid3 23/24-7  RECEIVED AUG 0 7 2023  RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF WESTERLY  OPPOSING SENATE BILL: 2023-0137, AND HOUSE BILL 2023-H5 5201 RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES- RELIEF OF INJURED AND DECEASED FIRE FIGHTERS AND POLICE OFFICERS PRESUMPTION FOR HEART DISEASE. AND  HYPERTENSION  WHEREAS, Legislation has passed the General Assembly that would expand the number of ways a municipal employee can retire with "injured on duty" status without the WHEREAS, Hypertension is one of the most prevalent pathologies in America affecting approximately one in three US adults. Analyses have also identified a linear relationship between elevated blood pressure and ani increased risk of cardiovascular disease which WHEREAS, Certain individuals have a higher genetic predisposition to hypertension and heart disease irrespective of a person's job or position which increases the WHEREAS, This legislation does not consider the full financial impact, nor does it consider the duration of employment, any secondary employment or the timing of a WHEREAS, Creating safeguards ensures that the system, and those responsible for administering it, are not manipulated to the benefit of someone potentially looking to abuse the system. By requiring "clear and convincing evidence," it limits the ability of the State's retirement board of the disability subcommittee to refute the evidence that is WHEREAS, Rhode Island cities and towns have advocated for meaningful reform of the injured on duty system and disability pensions with no meaningful progress. RESOLVED that we, the Town Council of the Town of Westerly, do hereby oppose Senate Bill 2023-0137 and House Bill 2023-H 5201 and direct that. a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the Governor of Rhode Island and urge him to veto this legislation. FURTHER RESOLVED: That a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to every Rhode Island municipality requesting their support in opposition to this legislation.  millions of dollars ini financial support it will take to fund them; and  increases substantially with age; and  likelihood that they will develop either condition over time; and  "heat injury or stroke incident"; and  presented; and  ADOPTED: July 24,2023.  ATTEST: Pes dabbn, HHE  Mary L. LeBlanc, MMC Council Clerk    RECEIVED JUL 20 2023  Cmenky  Little Compton Fire Department  Office of Fire Prevention 60 Simmons Road Little Compton, Rhode Island 02837  20] July 2023 Town OfLittle Compton C/O Robert Mushen 40 Commons Little Compton R.I. 02837 Re: 40 Commons Little Compton R.I. Dear Mr. Mushen,  As you are aware on 21 February 2023 a decision from the Fire Safety Board of Appeal and Review was issued: regarding 40 Commons, Little Compton R.I. 02837 that gave a variance from RIUFC 13.1.6 that required Sprinkler protection in thel building. In consideration oft this the town was to install a full coverage fire alarm system with a municipal connection. The board granted the  town one hundred fifty days (150) to complete this project.  As of this date the Town ofLittle Compton has not begun this project, and as of21J July 2023 the time has expired. Therefore as directed in the decision I am granting you a thirty day(30) extension to complete this project. Please make every effort to complete this project as soon as  possible.  zwdh  Randall A. Watt' Fire Marshal Cc:  Town Clerk  Tel. (401) 635-2325 Fax (401) 635-2013