EAST PROVIDENCE — East Providence, some of its municipal buildings at least, is on the verge of becoming much “greener” after the city council at its Tuesday, Nov. 21 meeting gave …
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EAST PROVIDENCE — East Providence, some of its municipal buildings at least, is on the verge of becoming much “greener” after the city council at its Tuesday, Nov. 21 meeting gave its final approval to a recommendation of City Manager Tim Chapman for comprehensive heating and electrical upgrades.
Mr. Chapman, along with Public Works Department Director Steve Coutu, had previously approached the council with a proposal to make the city’s buildings more energy efficient. The effort would include updating each with modern equipment and fixtures.
At its October 17 meeting, the council unanimously authorized Mr. Chapman to procure up to $2.5 million in funding for energy efficiency efforts from the Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank, of which $475,000 would be earmarked for the aforementioned building conversion plans. That evening, Mr. Coutu said the conversion would take place at the Weaver Library, the Senior Center, Sweetland House on the Senior Center grounds and the Public Works Department headquarters on Commercial Way. The bulk of the Infrastructure Bank loan is intended for the potential conversion of street lights to LED elements.
Last week, Mr. Chapman presented the results of the Request For Proposals issued by the city for the building improvements. Prism Energy Services, of Quincy, Mass., submitted the least costly estimate of $475,479.75, which Messrs. Chapman and Coutu accepted and the council backed.
Appointments
The council approved the following committee/commission appointments: Affirmative Action Commission, reappointment by Councilman Britto, Angie Lovegrove; Economic Development Commission, reappointment (by Councilman Briden, Fred Radway; Economic Development Commission, reappointment by Mr. Briden, Maria Lindia.
Meeting dates
The council approved the following meeting dates of the body and claims committee for 2018: January 2 and January 16; February 6 and February 20; March 6 and March 20; April 3 and April 17; May 1 and May 15; June 5 and June 19; July 17; August 21; September 4 and September 18; October 2 and October 16; November 6 (Election Day) Council Meeting to be held November 7 and November 20; December 4 and December 18. All council meetings will begin at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise prior indicated.