Town Council approves trolley relocation and police funding for candlelight shopping
November 22, 2024 | Glocester, Providence County, Rhode Island
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The Town of Glocester held a council meeting on November 22, 2024, where several key topics were discussed, including the relocation of a historic trolley car, funding for police details during community events, personnel changes in the police department, and a memorandum of understanding for a statewide records management system.
One of the most significant discussions centered on the relocation of a trolley car to the middle school. A motion was made and unanimously approved to authorize the Department of Public Works (DPW) to proceed with the necessary steps for this project. Council members expressed enthusiasm about restoring the trolley, which has been housed by a local resident to preserve its condition. Plans include reaching out to a Connecticut company specializing in trolley restoration, with hopes of involving students in the project once initial work is completed.
The council also addressed funding for police details during the upcoming candlelight shopping event. A motion was passed to allocate up to $375 from the council's contingency fund to cover police presence during the three-night event, ensuring safety and support for the community gathering.
In personnel matters, the council accepted the resignation of part-time dispatcher Thomas Ditorra and appointed Megan Anderson to fill the position. Anderson, who will undergo a three-month training period, will start at $14 per hour, with a potential increase to $24 per hour upon successful completion of training.
Additionally, the council approved the appointment of Wayne Tucker as a driver laborer for the DPW, effective November 4, 2024, at a rate of $28.27 per hour. This position was filled after a thorough hiring process.
Lastly, the council ratified a memorandum of understanding with the Rhode Island Department of Public Safety regarding a statewide computer-aided dispatch and records management system. This initiative aims to improve interoperability among law enforcement agencies and is expected to roll out in the coming months.
The meeting concluded with a call for any legislative updates, but no further discussions were raised. The council's decisions reflect ongoing efforts to enhance community services and maintain public safety in Glocester.
One of the most significant discussions centered on the relocation of a trolley car to the middle school. A motion was made and unanimously approved to authorize the Department of Public Works (DPW) to proceed with the necessary steps for this project. Council members expressed enthusiasm about restoring the trolley, which has been housed by a local resident to preserve its condition. Plans include reaching out to a Connecticut company specializing in trolley restoration, with hopes of involving students in the project once initial work is completed.
The council also addressed funding for police details during the upcoming candlelight shopping event. A motion was passed to allocate up to $375 from the council's contingency fund to cover police presence during the three-night event, ensuring safety and support for the community gathering.
In personnel matters, the council accepted the resignation of part-time dispatcher Thomas Ditorra and appointed Megan Anderson to fill the position. Anderson, who will undergo a three-month training period, will start at $14 per hour, with a potential increase to $24 per hour upon successful completion of training.
Additionally, the council approved the appointment of Wayne Tucker as a driver laborer for the DPW, effective November 4, 2024, at a rate of $28.27 per hour. This position was filled after a thorough hiring process.
Lastly, the council ratified a memorandum of understanding with the Rhode Island Department of Public Safety regarding a statewide computer-aided dispatch and records management system. This initiative aims to improve interoperability among law enforcement agencies and is expected to roll out in the coming months.
The meeting concluded with a call for any legislative updates, but no further discussions were raised. The council's decisions reflect ongoing efforts to enhance community services and maintain public safety in Glocester.
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