City Council approves $300 claim for Lorena Rivera and denies tire claim from Gail Robinson

The Pawtucket City Council meeting on July 9, 2025, focused on several claims for damages, with council members approving some and denying others based on state statutes and investigation findings.

The council began by discussing a claim from Lorena Rivera for $300. Councilor Ruggio noted that while the claim exceeded the maximum allowed by state statute, they would approve the claim up to that limit. The motion passed with a unanimous vote of 2-0.

Next, the council addressed a claim from Louis Rosario, also for $300, related to a pothole that required repair by the Department of Public Works. This claim was similarly approved without opposition.

The discussion then shifted to a claim from Theo Robinson for $265.50, which involved damage to a tire. After reviewing the circumstances, it was determined that there was insufficient evidence to hold the city responsible, as no hazardous materials were found during the inspection. Consequently, the council voted to deny the claim and refer it to Demille Construction, which was involved in nearby stadium construction. This motion also passed unanimously.

The meeting concluded with no further business discussed, wrapping up a session focused on addressing community claims and ensuring adherence to municipal regulations.