Central Coventry Fire District Bill Heads to Governor
Gov. Chafee's signature will allow the fire district to continue to operate under its previous budget until Sept. 1.
Representative Scott Guthrie
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Central Coventry Fire District Bill Heads to Governor
Gov. Chafee's signature will allow the fire district to continue to operate under its previous budget until Sept. 1.
STATE HOUSE – One week after it received approval in the House of Representatives, a bill to help the Central Coventry Fire District address its financial problems was passed today by the Senate and transmitted to the governor for his signature. The bill, 2013-H 5176A, will keep the fire district in business using the previous year’s budget while the district works to develop a new budget, new tax assessment and collection of taxes by Sept. 1. The bill specifically authorizes the fire district to continue to operate under the tax levy last authorized by the district’s voters. That authorization will expire on Sept. 1 if district voters have not approved a new budget by then. The district is continuing to operate, at present, as a result …
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Saturday, April 27, 2013
House OKs Central Coventry Fire District Bill
The fire district can now continue to operate under its previous budget until Sept. 1.
Thursday, April 25, 2013
House OKs Central Coventry Fire District Bill
The fire district can now continue to operate under its previous budget until Sept. 1.
The House of Representatives Thursday approved legislation that will give the Central Coventry Fire District a little more time to address and rectify its financial problems. Passed today on the House floor, with the recommendation of the House Committee on Finance, was legislation, 2013-H 5176A, that will keep the fire district in business using the previous year’s budget while the district works to develop a new budget, new tax assessment and collection of taxes by September 1. “The bill approved today will buy the Central Coventry Fire District a little more time to work out its financial situation and, most importantly, ensure that residents of the district can continue to receive the kind of fire and rescue protection they have come…
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henery two
1:21 pm on Thursday, May 2, 2013
Justice for one, your are as bad as chainsawman ! more ›
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Rep. Guthrie: 'This Is a Public Safety Issue, Not a Political One'
Rep. Scott Guthrie's most recent letter regarding the ongoing Central Coventry Fire District case, which was read in court on April 10.
Your Honor, I attended the Town Council emergency session last evening. Exhibiting leadership, the actions of the Town Council and their commitment to public safety shows true. They are simply helping bridge a gap in the collection of revenue. My observations were that the misinformation continues. The audience continues to believe that voluntary vouchers are still in effect. We both know, your Honor, that the first, second and third quarter tax payments were ordered to be paid by this court. The ratepayers present continue to not accept that fact. Most of the audience gave the impression that they will not honor that tax obligation. The message from the court has not reached the ratepayers. Ratepayers need to be educated, in a very …
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LifelongCoventryResident
11:16 pm on Tuesday, April 16, 2013
I grew up with Scott Guthrie and he won't get my vote next time for sure! He sure doesn't stick up for us the taxpayers. He wants to spend all the money we don't have. Washington Fire District was running fine with volunteer fire fighters and had a surplus up until the merge. That was our big mistake....believe that merging would save us money....HA. Biggest mistake now....would be to believe … more ›
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Letter to the Editor
Letter: Rep. Guthrie Requests More Time For CCFD Solutions
A letter to Superior Court Judge Brian P. Stern from Rep. Scott Guthrie in regards to the ongoing Central Coventry Fire District case.
Your Honor, I stand here concerned about the Central Coventry fire district, and its future. Although I have sat quietly during these proceedings in the courtroom, I have acted, as directed by the courts, and the special master, to develop a plan to move the district forward. In a recent e-mail I was asked,”You have been conspicuously absent from any discussion concerning this issue. I believe you are an elected representative for ALL the people in your district and I am wondering why you have not chosen to represent your district.” Unfortunately,we’ve not connected yet for discussion, I hope we will soon. This legislator has been working tirelessly, and in the best interest of the rate-payer, both the homeowner and the business owner …
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Gunslinger
9:24 am on Thursday, April 18, 2013
If the Captains family doesn't get benefits that's on you a-hole from shooting off your mouth in these forums. Let your UP know that, Dick. Something is wrong here. Anyone else sense something? more ›
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Coventry Citizens Taskforce For Fire Protection Oppose Bill H-5176
The following letter was sent to Speaker of the House Gordon Fox and Senate President Teresa Paiva Weed by the Coventry Citizens Taskforce For Fire Protection.
The Coventry Citizens Taskforce For Fire Protection's contact information is: PO Box 843, Coventry RI 02816 covcitizens@gmail.com
Princess 1
9:38 am on Sunday, April 7, 2013
Pit, I hope you are right about the debt. A motion is to be filed tomorrow in court by the State MERS pension looking for the court to levy a tax to satisfy the indebetness. The paperwork states it could be up to 12 mil. We will see what happens. more ›
Letter to the Editor
Letter: Rep. Guthrie Discusses Fire District Taxation Bill
By Rep. Scott Guthrie
April 3, 2013 To The Editor: ‘Judge Orders Liquidation for Foundering Fire District,’ reads a recent headline, following a directive by Superior Court Judge Brian P. Stern that local officials and state legislators map out a long-term fire and emergency service plan for Central Coventry residents. Following last Friday’s court decision, the primary question left before residents of the fire district is: What now, now that the judge has indicated that the alarm bell has wrung, now that the judge has set a timetable for finding a solution that might avert liquidation of the fire district? Residents of the district who voted against the budget that was put before them need to understand what their vote has accomplished. Because of that vote…
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Former Resident
5:50 pm on Monday, April 8, 2013
So sad this had to happen . Four days left , IMO I don't think CCFD can be saved. Wishing you all the best . Be safe .... more ›
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Rep. Guthrie Named Co-chair of Police and Firefighters Caucus
The caucus made up of current or former public safety figures will focus on education and issues critical to first responders.
STATE HOUSE – A new caucus has formed in the House of Representatives for members who are current or former police officers and firefighters. The Police and Firefighters Caucus includes eight members and will be led by co-chairmen Joseph S. Almeida and Scott J. Guthrie. The caucus, which has met once on Feb. 5, formed to concentrate on issues of safety, training and education for first responders, as well as any other issues that may arise that affect them. “Police and firefighters have a lot to offer the General Assembly, because we all have first-hand knowledge of the practical problems and challenges on the streets and in our cities and towns. We hope that this caucus will help put that know-how to good use, both to better serve the …
Friday, February 1, 2013
Guthrie Bill Would Set Taxing Authority for Fire Districts
The bill would set taxing authority, powers and duties for fire districts statewide.
The financial troubles of the Central Coventry Fire District are about to be compounded this year when tax bills go out. Unlike previous years, when the district sent out tax bills on a two-tiered system – one for residences, one for businesses – the receiver appointed to oversee the district’s operation has determined that the fire district does not have authority to designate tax classes. As a result, bills from the fire district this year will all be at one rate – the residential rate – which may please businesses owners whose bills will be lower, but will add stress to the district’s financial problems. “The receiver is correct that state law does not permit fire districts to set and administer tax classification plans,” said Rep. …
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Liketoknow
4:32 pm on Wednesday, February 6, 2013
If you really want to be informed, go to the special master's website and read the budget he's presenting dummy. You're still the one who's stupid and misinformed john and you'll probably stay that way. more ›
Rusty
10:28 am on Saturday, May 11, 2013
fresh air I am with you..what are my rights , harleyrider screw u, more ›