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- Resolution congratulating Commander Alexander Glass on completion of command of Airborne Command and Control Squadron 123 — approved, vote 5-0.

- Commendation for Johan (surname not specified in transcript) for four years of service on the Cove Management Commission — approved, vote 5-0.

- Commendation for Jeff Stevens for over two years of service on the Cove Management Commission — approved, vote 5-0.

- Consent calendar (minutes, licenses, permits and renewals) — council approved the consent calendar excluding one item (6h) and later approved the pulled item; overall approval carried 5-0. Items included approvals for private detective license application, a Fry Farm festival permit and one-day liquor license for July 23, and annual holiday sales license renewals for a list of businesses (noted on the record).

- Award of design and bidding services contract to James J. Jeremiah and Associates for ultraviolet disinfection system at the wastewater treatment plant: $267,460 plus a $15,000 contingency (total $282,460) — approved, vote 5-0; funded by the wastewater treatment facility infrastructure improvement fund.

- Award of bid to Lightship Group (North Kingstown) for purchase and installation of emergency power generator at Fire Station 1: not to exceed $113,978.21 — approved as part of consent calendar, vote 5-0; project funded by a Hazard Mitigation Grant (75% federal share, 25% local share from fire department operating budget).

- Entertainment license (indoor only) for Somra (doing business as Somra) at 50 Main Street — approved, vote 5-0; applicant seeks up to a one- or two-piece music act indoors during specified evening hours.

- Ordinance amendment to Chapter 47 (Open Burning) — passed first reading and moved to second reading with a public hearing scheduled for Aug. 12, vote 5-0.

- Contract extension to T Myozzi (North Kingstown) for roadway rehabilitation in the amount of $1,189,775 (remaining balance of a previously authorized $4,000,000 bond) — approved, vote 5-0.

- Executive session items recorded on the meeting minutes: minutes of June 9 and June 23 executive sessions approved; actions taken in executive session on collective bargaining, opioid class-action litigation and discussion of town manager contract extension were noted on the record; the council voted to seal the executive session minutes, vote 5-0.

The council adjourned after moving to executive session; motions to adjourn and to seal the executive session minutes passed by unanimous vote.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","East Greenwich - Town Council - Jul 14, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The council recorded a series of unanimous votes including a ceremonial resolution honoring a returning Navy commander, awards for equipment and contracts, an entertainment license, and advancement of an open-burning ordinance to second reading.","taxTitle","East Greenwich, Kent County, Rhode Island","taxId",79579,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6518088,"Council approves $1.19 million contract extension for roadway rehabilitation; public works details data-driven prioritization",313,3839000,4152000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5399316-e539e22ae384b17d0d734aff02b34112&start=3839&end=4152","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5399316-e539e22ae384b17d0d734aff02b34112/thumbnail_3839000.jpg","/articles/6518088/East-Greenwich/Kent-County/Rhode-Island/Council-approves-119-million-contract-extension-for-roadway-rehabilitation-public-works-details-data-driven-prioritization","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6518088-4cc00c7ca894816e229b73a1e7f12735/orig.mp4?Expires=1771137330&Signature=Gbs4DuNWkh8Sz8xjH~OqI7NkX23Hqw0Jj0mk5Vev0De8px0TAul0xytumZES2fNRe5eGJYk7pS4hyWb5l9K3XoSh8gr~dGRZ795pZiD5ej5US3wsPDFcINOzr4YiWQUqqk3We0-QIV-4jEZ676ewtCh61uqjna7C6n0tAy2yU3H9ZYSOjOp6Lw6ai2vD-lC-FHRRLZOITLgSozF53VqLqYjgXa537Su13UJ9eEuNQZGh79khzgpq-DyZXnJkWzz9qWJiipnUVx2P1dARCqVg2wrJwOzz7xF1d3gQVndMy7Rl~2tDfcfwWTxqTQCxE~ghTcKci9Y~anznur6o0evStw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The East Greenwich Town Council voted 5-0 to approve a $1,189,775 contract extension with T Myozzi of North Kingstown for roadway rehabilitation, drawing on the remaining balance of a previously authorized $4 million road bond.

Public Works Director Fred Gomes told the council the town has adopted a pavement-assessment database that rates segments of every town road. The database ranks pavement condition and helps prioritize work. Gomes said the town used a mix of full reconstruction and alternative rehabilitation methods, including rubber chip seal, to extend pavement life at lower cost; he cited Tillinghast Road as an example where a rubber chip seal extended useful life 12–15 years at about one-third the cost of full reconstruction.

Gomes said the original $4 million bond was estimated to cover three years of work; roughly $2.8 million had been expended and the extension will use the remaining bond proceeds. He said state aid is expected to contribute roughly $140,000 this year. Gomes said the townwide pavement score was about 70 (on a 1–100 scale) when first measured and has risen to the high 70s after recent work; the goal is to reach an 80 score.

Gomes described efforts to coordinate with utilities to avoid repaving streets where utilities need to do work, to group projects by neighborhood to avoid remobilization costs, and to pursue preventative maintenance to reduce future bonding needs.

Council members praised the data-driven approach and noted that the town will continue exploring annual pay-as-you-go funding for preventative maintenance. A motion to approve the contract extension carried 5-0.","The council approved a $1,189,775 contract extension to T Myozzi for roadway rehabilitation using remaining funds from a $4 million bond; Public Works Director Fred Gomes described a new townwide road-condition database and said the work will prioritize worst roads and use cost-saving rehabilitation methods.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6518092,"Council advances open-burning ordinance language to second reading after discussion of scope and variances",700,3020000,3720000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5399316-e539e22ae384b17d0d734aff02b34112&start=3020&end=3720","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5399316-e539e22ae384b17d0d734aff02b34112/thumbnail_3020000.jpg","/articles/6518092/East-Greenwich/Kent-County/Rhode-Island/Council-advances-open-burning-ordinance-language-to-second-reading-after-discussion-of-scope-and-variances","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6518092-8ef68bab7089af7eb7711277c324ceba/orig.mp4?Expires=1771137330&Signature=Z1bZexv4SzWbDdVL~8gM9sJYa1xymofnT4cUDCoV-CzIvHE2vHmhphKcMKonHLDJw2Op-WEm6Gb4mmrJVHZRel7FNgIBTu~JcslzTw79CoSlaGnzXCwU--xcvMIXQRpDsH~J8~OpYX-5wAnrhQ52MQzUHuGy2kYIZCtvwz2Afwlt3uOjrWTPJR58BWq5D9N8roo42-bsUuhwESG9Se2rOeMI6ONyNiIQegKDijv1lGMOqU8vhoIO4vtnSJIi4PjtGPSqSesUcS-CulkedWqVJk7NPjbwrhPjmOna8NcPMUP5zEZ-3Wn5o9GwyuIuXmwa-JzGdhG1AYET5PVyVpf5-w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The East Greenwich Town Council advanced an amendment to the town code addressing open burning and the use of recreational open-flame devices, approving the ordinance at first reading and directing staff to schedule a second reading and public hearing.

The proposed revision to Chapter 47 narrows the definitions that would trigger the new section on recreational open-flame devices, explicitly excludes barbecues and cooking devices, requires that recreational devices be attended at all times, and allows a member of the fire department or a police officer to order an unsafe fire extinguished. The draft also gives the fire chief authority to grant variances from certain requirements such as minimum distances from structures or flammable materials.

Town Solicitor (name not specified in the transcript) said the revised draft eliminated ambiguous provisions — for example, measuring the size of an “open flame” rather than appliance dimensions — and added a subsection authorizing the fire chief to grant variances for difficult lot configurations.

Councilors and the solicitor noted the need to follow the town’s charter process for ordinances, including a second reading with a public hearing; the council moved the ordinance to second reading and directed staff to advertise. The council recorded the second-reading date as Aug. 12 and voted 5-0 to advance the measure.

Members of the public at the meeting expressed health and safety concerns during general public comment. A resident urged the council to consider the Environmental Protection Agency’s guidance on health risks associated with wood smoke and noted small lot sizes in some neighborhoods that could make open flames unsafe.

Councilors and staff said they expect a more thorough public hearing where the fire chief and other staff will provide technical input and where the council will accept formal recorded public testimony before any final vote.","The Town Council moved an amendment to chapter 47 (open burning) to second reading; the draft narrows definitions, exempts cooking devices and allows the fire chief to grant variances for recreational open-flame devices. The second reading and public hearing were set for Aug. 12.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6518097,"Residents cite 'piercing' pickleball noise; East Greenwich schedules townwide nuisance-noise discussions",415,1223000,1638000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5399316-e539e22ae384b17d0d734aff02b34112&start=1223&end=1638","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5399316-e539e22ae384b17d0d734aff02b34112/thumbnail_1223000.jpg","/articles/6518097/East-Greenwich/Kent-County/Rhode-Island/Residents-cite-piercing-pickleball-noise-East-Greenwich-schedules-townwide-nuisance-noise-discussions","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6518097-8ed8de4ba48d119046bdf24d924fb389/orig.mp4?Expires=1771137330&Signature=CgaYjGrJxxHNe2enocPW9sHWdDHPtiu9necyXiurVLv66Rp6EMNrgGEq2-ngSfEWDsEr2HEgUqYRYcP1HfnPHrEvdBK2MiRHycqOitcQ6iLHON99gzfI~by4ocFU4U8AOYsgv~jnojAa2Yja~q9h2mLSC2OxSspY2WfjWgXWHvr4hjZv965xR6OPc-z9vf97U9Di9tMR1K-aLQ~re8N1kXZuflXyliWM8or5zBjfviEy114udMAcVgHwe8rSoBxsRlHLIUO0zq2Qf-VtfF9x1OsNW7ZHpOb83y6q6sMUBp8SwpMnqnhatQfN6wn426D8Co34dIsDQEkTtMej2ZyaFg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","A resident told the East Greenwich Town Council that noise from pickleball play at Academy Field has made it difficult to use her yard and garden, and the council said it will open a townwide discussion about nuisance noises.

Jill Stang, who said she lives at 124 Spring Street, told the council she can hear “a piercing noise” from the courts when she is in her garden and that neighbors closer to the field are reluctant to speak up. “Everyone loves pickleball,” Stang said, but she asked the council to consider limiting hours, moving courts or otherwise reducing disturbances.

Town officials acknowledged the complaint and highlighted work already underway to engage neighbors. Town Manager (name not specified in the meeting record) and Community Services Director Andy Wade told the council they had been in contact with residents and that options discussed include adjusting hours, examining ball types that produce less high-frequency “twang,” and other mitigation measures.

The manager announced two open public discussion meetings about nuisance noise: Monday, Aug. 4, and a second session tentatively scheduled for Sept. 25. The town will publicize both meetings and seek broad input on whether changes are needed to local noise regulations, how those rules would apply to public recreational spaces, and possible compromises to balance use and residential livability.

Councilors said the issue illustrates a broader challenge: reinvesting in public recreation spaces can increase activity and noise in adjoining neighborhoods. Officials urged residents to attend the meetings and submit written suggestions to the town clerk, noting the town intends to gather information before drafting any changes to the noise ordinance.

No vote or ordinance change was taken at the meeting; the council framed the upcoming sessions as information-gathering forums ahead of any formal policy decisions.","A resident asked the council to address noise from pickleball courts at Academy Field; the town manager announced two open public meetings to gather input on nuisance and noise ordinance issues, scheduled for Aug. 4 and Sept. 25.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6518101,"East Greenwich council honors Navy Commander Alexander Glass for extended deployment",365,70000,435000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5399316-e539e22ae384b17d0d734aff02b34112&start=70&end=435","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5399316-e539e22ae384b17d0d734aff02b34112/thumbnail_70000.jpg","/articles/6518101/East-Greenwich/Kent-County/Rhode-Island/East-Greenwich-council-honors-Navy-Commander-Alexander-Glass-for-extended-deployment","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6518101-4f702546dc0744742d23cba34efc9fe8/orig.mp4?Expires=1771137330&Signature=E0WwCWSzg7fHTqBFASmN2TusG5iuEfOh9TBOuhmqtjYkHyV2WpKJH5nhIu84Y9Pvt~mLPsyD1pogLbh6oyl1SrV52p1ptXVTrhrxHkuqyiYLcout1P4q8XQvjKt0l3n6-siZIXh2u5jT-A3Q~1k4Rqodlpptwk8cxKcJ-xaSPLWrUzW~YPI6NRcITcLH4nQRLMO~yfkij7NdEvv3cM3nehcYhGNDat-43pUR2cfnBHMPQquo203BqnywCmPsMXUVWiRLdygDkHvf3NihLoumIOQdiaImgEiFLSH-LXOaXuEOrsIvs9EmAFVt7vpdnFq8NG771PsDndlOxj-PQ9qoww__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The East Greenwich Town Council unanimously approved a resolution Thursday congratulating Commander Alexander Glass, United States Navy, on completing his command of Airborne Command and Control Squadron (VAW) 123 following an extended deployment.

The resolution recognizes Glass, a resident of East Greenwich, for leading a carrier-based squadron of E-2C Hawkeye aircraft assigned to the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower during operations in the Middle East and Mediterranean. The council voted 5-0 to approve the resolution.

The measure notes that the Eisenhower deployment, which began Oct. 14, 2023, was extended from a planned six months to nine months after the outbreak of war in Gaza and subsequent attacks on international shipping. The resolution states Glass’s squadron tracked and intercepted “over 40 hostile drones,” coordinated “more than 70 defensive strikes,” and completed more than 450 combat missions with more than 2,500 flight hours and no safety incidents. It also records that Glass received the Bronze Star in June for meritorious achievement in combat operations.

Commander Randy Wheatman, U.S. Navy (retired), delivered additional remarks and read a legislative resolution and a certificate of special recognition from state and governor’s offices that had been prepared to mark Glass’s completion of command. Wheatman emphasized the role of military families and presented a commemorative “command pin” to Glass’s wife, Kate Glass, noting the family’s sacrifices during the extended deployment.

Glass, who told the council he and his family have received “open arms” from East Greenwich since moving to town in 2020, said he will transition from sea duty to a role at the U.S. Naval War College in Newport to teach and train future naval officers.

The council’s resolution, introduced at the meeting, formally congratulates Commander Glass “on his outstanding leadership during his historic deployment” and wishes him success in his new assignment.

A motion to approve the resolution carried 5-0.

The council recessed briefly after the presentation so members of the public and council could greet Glass and his family.","The East Greenwich Town Council unanimously approved a resolution congratulating Commander Alexander Glass on completing command of Airborne Command and Control Squadron 123 after an extended nine-month deployment; presenters and a retired commander offered remarks and state and gubernatorial recognitions were read.","actionData","errors"]

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Votes at a glance: East Greenwich Town Council actions on resolutions, licenses, contracts and ordinances

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