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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1975
Page
12
Council reviews four recent town contracts amid questions on payment sources and bidding. Deputy Northup admits shifting funds from sewer and Nike accounts to cover bills, while rugs and a telephone contract drew bids concerns and calls for proper process.
Northup told town council on Monday he questioned transferring thirty four thousand dollars of unexpended school funds at year end. He demanded Mrs Nunes' direct authorization, calling the move a blank check and citing protection of his department. The money remained in a Special Needs Account pending resolution.
Town Administrator Augustine Nunes allegedly ordered the voiding of 69 parking tickets this spring and two more recently, prompting council questions. Chief Brown testified he and Deputy Goglia were asked to “take care of” tickets, paying one batch himself, while others were returned and voided with Nunes’ signature. The incident raises questions about authority, discretionary power, and proper handling of tickets, with residents and officials weighing in on accountability and process.
Former Meter Man Joseph Motta testified before the town council that Town Administrator Augustine Nunes suggested reinstating him if $40,000 more were added to the budget for police raises. Motta claimed Nunes hinted at CETA jobs and council influence due to a Democratic background. Nunes denied offering jobs and cited ticket complaints. He said he faced pressure from Democratic chairman Frank Balzano over a non-Democrat CETA trainee. Balzano denied the allegations. Councilman Richard Travers.
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