Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 7 PM
City Council Chamber and Remote Participation
This meeting has happened. Minutes are final.
What happened
119 items of legislation were taken up.
- 67 approved
- 16 referred for recommendation
- 13 approved and sent for discussion
- 10 work completed
- 9 placed on file
- 2 placed on file and sent for discussion
- 1 laid on the table
- 1 ordinance ordained
Agenda 119 items
Notices from the agenda
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The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Ward Three City Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen. The City Council entered into recess at 8:38 PM and returned at 8:49 PM.
The meeting was Adjourned at 10:22 PM.
Published September 26, 2023, 2PM, Revised September 28, 2023 2:30PM.
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11.1.
That the Planning Board consider whether the public safety, health, convenience or welfare would be advanced by implementation of a program (a) prohibiting new installation or construction of or (b) requiring progressive removal of poles and overhead wires and associated overhead structures within all or any part or parts of the municipality, in accordance with MGL Chapter 166 Sections 22A-N.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
- 1. Opening Ceremonies
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1.1.
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1.2.
Remembrances.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Scott requested a moment of silence in memory of Rose Caterino. \par President Ewen-Campen requested a moment of silence in memory of John Nunziato.\f1\par }
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1.3.
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, August 24, 2023.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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1.4.
Approval of the Minutes of the Special Meeting, August 31, 2023.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
- 2. Citations
- 3. Public Hearings
- 4. Orders, Ordinances, Resolutions and Motions of Members
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4.1.
That the City of Somerville observe World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson noted that there were two instances of Somerville residents being struck crossing the street during September.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.2.
That the Director of Mobility implement a quick-build safety treatment for the intersection of Prospect and Webster Streets.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor Scott said this intersection has been a chronic problem and is extremely dangerous. He thinks that this problem could be addressed sooner than later. President Ewen-Campen noted that there are five streets converging at this location, which is very confusing, and he doesn\rquote t think that it\rquote s a situation that can wait for a long term solution.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.3.
That the Administration brief the City Council on how a 2023 federal government funding shutdown could impact Somerville.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\sl-284\slmult0\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor Strezo would like to have a conversation on this and noted that SNAP benefits would cease for 125,000 families in MA and 7,000 federal workers in our region would be furloughed. Liaison Singh said city departments are gathering information to assess the impacts to the city and its residents. Councilor Burnley commented that the Head Start Program would be impacted also, along with child care.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.4.
Conveying a report of the Children’s Cabinet meeting.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor Strezo reported that the Cabinet has been working on out of school time programs as much as possible and noted that transportation remains a problem for after school programs. She went on to say that a coordinator position has been filled, that additional programming is coming, and that the Youth Services Division is in place. The Cabinet has also had discussions about workforce development and a policy that appears to her to be poverty shaming.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.5.
That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management provide a report on the status of the Fire Department Master Planning Study, including projected timelines for the feasibility study, design, bidding and construction, and prioritization strategies.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor Gomez Mouakad said projections won\rquote t be available until 2024-2025, but she thinks it\rquote s important to keep the study on track.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.6.
That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management provide an update on the repairs of the Teele Square Fire Station, including a timeline for such repairs.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.7.
That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management report on recent damages to the City Hall clock tower and share any concerns regarding potential damage to the building structure.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor Gomez Mouakad spoke about other deficiencies with the building, saying that things are at the point where they have to be fixed.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.8.
That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management report on ongoing deficiencies of City Hall and the City Hall Annex that could impair the future use of these buildings.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.9.
That the Chief of Police report on the training, education and policies established for officers to address violence against LGBTQ and gender non-conforming individuals.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor Gomez Mouakad said she wants to make sure that officers have the proper training to address incidents involving violence\fs20 \fs24 against LGBTQ and gender non-conforming individuals.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.10.
That the Director of Mobility, the Director of Engineering, and the Commissioner of Public Works consider integrating the installation of bike racks in sidewalks when conducting repairs to such sidewalks, including infill of trees that have been removed.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.11.
That the Administration collaborate with the School Department on determining the best and future use of the 1895 Building.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor Gomez Mouakad expressed concern that some city buildings aren\rquote t getting the focus they deserve.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.12.
That the Administration report on capacity to allow parallel staffing and funding for the development of the 1895 Building, School Building Master Plan and the Fire Department Master Plan Building Study.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.13.
That the Commissioner of Public Works address the sewage smell around 85 Washington Street.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.14.
That the Commissioner of Public Works place an "Illegal Dumping" sign by the vacant lot on Maine Avenue, parallel to Interstate-93.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.15.
That the Commissioner of Public Works ensure that the trash bin and adjacent trash outside of the Edgerly School on Otis Street is disposed of regularly and that rodent mitigation efforts are implemented.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.16.
That the Commissioner of Public Works ensure that Knowlton Street is cleaned of any trash not picked up by street sweepers due to cars not having moved on street sweeping day.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.17.
That the Commissioner of Public Works inspect the sidewalks on Knowlton Street and make repairs to ensure Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.18.
That the Commissioner of Public Works address the potholes on Benedict Avenue.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.19.
That the Commissioner of Public Works pick up the multiple bags of trash at the intersection of Broadway, Mt. Vernon Street and Lombardi Way.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.20.
That the Commissioner of Public Works conduct regular maintenance of trash and weed removal at the underpass from Broadway into Assembly Row.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.21.
That the Commissioner of Public Works repair or replace the wooden barrier along Grand Union Blvd, behind the former Circuit City, and pick up the pile of wood in the vicinity.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.22.
That the Commissioner of Public Works conduct regular maintenance along the medians on East Broadway.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.23.
That the Commissioner of Public Works repaint the artificial curb extension on Myrtle Street.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.24.
That the Commissioner of Public Works clean the empty tree well in front of 38 Pearl Street and install a new tree.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.25.
That the Director of Water and Sewer address the leaky fire hydrant by Pinckney and Pearl Streets.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.26.
That the Director of Inspectional Services address the excessive light pollution and after-hours activity at the car wash at 31 Washington Street and report back to the Ward 1 Councilor.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.27.
That the Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry inspect the trees on Mt. Vernon Street, close to Broadway, that are intertwined with wires, and take appropriate measures.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.28.
That the Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry inspect the tree at 29 Knowlton Street and determine if it is dead and needs to be cut down.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.29.
That the Director of Engineering implement additional traffic calming measures near the Edgerly school on Cross, Otis and Bonair Streets, to include speed bumps and street paint.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.30.
That the Director of Engineering address the water drainage issues at the intersection of Cross, Ellsworth and Otis Streets.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.31.
That the Director of Engineering install a speed hump and curb extension on Myrtle Street to address speeding traffic.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.32.
That the Director of Engineering install speed bumps on Mt. Vernon Street.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the reading of item 4.13 through 4.32 and asked that they be approved.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.33.
In recognition of the trend to curtail access to books and other resources.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin spoke about the 1\super st\nosupersub Amendment and said that books banned in years past are accepted reading today. He sponsored Laura Saunders to speak, who said that there has been an exponential rise in challenges to books and that it\rquote s happening all over the country and it prevents people from getting information. Over 30 states have passed or are trying to pass legislation to facilitate banning books. Councilor McLaughlin also sponsored Christina Ciampa to speak on the matter. She is a vendor with the library and schools in the city for LGBTQ books. She spoke about the hate and resistance to having different views about how people live and said that librarians and teachers need to be protected from banning books.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.34.
Amending Section 12-116 of the Code of Ordinances to create a Safe Streets ordinance, to expedite protected bike lanes.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\sl-284\slmult0\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley said that this is about making residents safe. He commented that he understands that a thoughtful approach to this matter is necessary and that additional regular working sessions will be held to work out any problems that may arise. Councilor Davis requested that this item be sent to the Law Department for review in preparation for discussions in committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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4.35.
That the Director of Planning, Preservation and Zoning discuss with this Council the potential benefits and detriments of removing all parking minimums.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley noted that there is a deep desire to remove parking minimums from our society and explained that this just says that the city won\rquote t force someone to build parking at a certain level.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.36.
In support of a prison moratorium and elder parole.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\qj\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley spoke in support of two bills (S.1979/H.1795) that would require a five-year prison and jail construction moratorium. He noted that MA has seen a rapid decline in the number of incarcerated women over the last decade and that approximately 20% of women incarcerated at MCI-Framingham are pre-trial detainees from Middlesex County who can\rquote t afford to pay the freedom extortion, i.e., bail. He also spoke about a way that MA could continue to maximize pathways for release through implementing elder parole by passing an Act which would make people ages 55 and older eligible to see the Parole Board after they have served half of their sentence or at least 15 years.\par \pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\tx2760 He sponsored Evan Drucker Chardle and Michaela Kaplan, who said that many rabbis are supporting this effort and that 200 Somerville residents have also acted in support. A 5-year pause would allow time to focus on decarceration and ways to reimagine communities, not prisons. Councilor Burnley asked that a copy of the Resolution be sent to the Governor\rquote s Office.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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4.37.
In opposition to “Cop City”.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\qj\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley sponsored Barka Bendhadi to speak, who said that as a Somerville resident, she refuses to let voices be silenced in the midst of ecological destruction, rampant police violence, and the brutal obstruction of protest and descent and said that affiliation with Cop City should be opposed in any way possible. She stated that a single tree struck down in Atlanta is a threat to clean air for all of us here and that deforestation of the \f1 Weelaunee Forest increases everybody\rquote s vulnerability to the climate crisis. Additionally, she said that militarized police forces have formed the backbone of oppression against black, brown, trans and queer communities in our country for centuries. Ms. Bendhadi said that if Cop City is allowed to be built, police forces from around the country will be invited to come to Atlanta to learn better ways to attack, harass, terrorize and even kill members of neighborhoods under the guise of public safety. She went on to speak about those who had been arrested for protesting Cop City and said that no one should have to \f0 spend their time in a cage for anything.\par Councilor Burnley stated that Cop City would impact everyone and that supporting this Resolution is a stand against militarized policing and a stand for the environment. Councilor Scott spoke about following up at a future point to ensure that no Somerville Police Department personnel attend training at the facility. Councilor McLaughlin asked to be recorded as voting \lquote no\rquote on the Resolution, saying that he feels that this has nothing to do with the City of Somerville and is of no consequence, adding that he\rquote s tired of issues of no consequence being put before the City Council. Councilor Pineda Neufeld expressed her concern about quality of life issues in the city and wants to spend her time working for city residents. She also asked to be recorded as voting \lquote no\rquote on the Resolution. Councilor Gomez Mouakad asked to be recorded as voting \lquote no\rquote on the Resolution and spoke about kids being caged at the border, adding that there are people in this community who are struggling and that\rquote s where the City Council\rquote s efforts should be focused. Councilor Kelly apologized to the speakers for the disrespect shown for their concerns and noted that Somerville is designing a $100 million cop city of its own in competition to Atlanta\rquote s. Councilor McLaughlin stated that he is not disrespecting anyone and that he\rquote s just saying that the City Council has no role voting on issues in Atlanta. That, he said, is disrespectful to Atlanta\rquote s citizens and is pandering.\par Councilor Davis agreed that there will be no positive impact from this resolution but noted that the City Council often supports resolutions as symbolic actions. He expressed concern that a roll call vote on this item isn\rquote t helpful to anyone and he suggested that it be referred to the Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations. Councilor Davis said that, although he supports the spirit of the item, he has concerns with some of the language. Councilor Burnley said that the subject matter has directly impacted members of our community and that he doesn\rquote t care if other Councilors feel that discussing this Resolution makes it impossible for them to deal with other issues. He said the behavior of some Councilors tonight was atrocious and that he wasn\rquote t entirely surprised by it. Councilor Burnley asked that a roll call vote be taken on the item. Councilor Gomez Mouakad said that she takes responsibility if she was disrespectful and commented that time, money and resources are finite. Councilor Davis requested that the City Solicitor provide an opinion regarding Somerville Police Department personnel going to Cop City. He asked Councilor Burnley if he would remove the words \ldblquote accepting trainees from\rdblquote from the Resolution as having them on record might come into play at a future point in time. Councilor Burnley opted to keep the language as is and Councilor Davis commented that the language is unwise.\par }
Roll call: 6 aye · 5 nay
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoNay
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinNay
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganNay
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Nay
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldNay
- 5. Unfinished Business
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5.1.
Eversource applying for an amendment to License BL22-000036, a Grant of Location for 205 Beacon Street.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\cf1\f0\fs24 Jacqueline Duffy, representing Eversource, was available for questions. Councilor Scott said the concern is that accepting some requests and denying others might be viewed as discriminatory. In this particular case, his inclination is to recommend approval of the item.\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
- 6. Reports of Committees
- 6.A. Finance Committee
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6.A.1.
Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on September 26, 2023.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\tx2760\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson presented the Committee Report and said that a number of items were discussed, among them, acceptance and expenditure of grants, appropriations, payment of prior invoices, departmental transfers, and a contract extension. \par Councilor Scott said that he had asked the administration for additional information regarding grants to the Police Department and noted that he has received some material but is still somewhat vexed. He\rquote s ok with severing the items and returning them to the Finance Committee.\par Councilor Kelly said that the committee voted to approve the items predicated on receiving the info tonight. She asked to sever item #23-1263 and return it to the committee.\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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6.A.2.
Requesting approval to accept and expend an additional $300,000, with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Bureau of Infectious Disease & Laboratory Sciences to the Health and Human Services Department for COVID-19 case investigation and contact tracing.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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6.A.3.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $3,867.08 using available funds in the Health and Human Services Professional & Technical Services Account for revenue management consulting services.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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6.A.4.
Requesting approval to appropriate $150,000 from the Salary & Wage Stabilization Fund to the Police Department - Personnel Services - Other Lump Sum Benefits Account to settle pending litigation.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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6.A.5.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $250,000 grant with no new match required, from MA Department of Housing and Community Development to the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development Mobility Division for the study/design of sound walls for interstate-93 near the Mystic housing developments.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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6.A.6.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $61,710 grant that requires a match, from Metro North Regional Employment Board to the Health and Human Services Department for YouthWorks Summer Program.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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6.A.7.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $3,867.08 using available funds in the Health and Human Services Professional and Technical Services Account for Public Consulting Group for Medicaid billing services.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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6.A.8.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $2,684 using available funds in the Health and Human Services Professional and Technical Services Account for The Throne Depot for portable restrooms.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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6.A.9.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $3,830 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Office of the Attorney General to the Health and Human Services Department for the FY 2024 Healthy Summer Youth Jobs program.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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6.A.10.
Requesting approval of a transfer of $2,105.53 from the Salary Contingency Account to the Medicare Account for Medicare tax reimbursement.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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6.A.11.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $13,616.79 grant with no new match required, from the Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for the purchase of ten motorcycle operator headsets that include microphones.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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6.A.12.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $75,000 grant with no new match required, from the Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department to support the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) sustainability and upgrades.
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6.A.13.
That the Administration update this Council regarding progress toward Portland Loos.
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6.A.14.
Requesting approval to appropriate $513,421 from the Capital Stabilization Fund to replace seven police vehicles.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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6.A.15.
Requesting approval to extend and amend a contract with Warner Larson Incorporated for an additional three years, and a revised amount of $123,683.35, for the redesign and improvements of the Auxiliary Sports Fields at Dilboy Park.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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6.A.16.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $118.44 using available funds in the Department of Infrastructure and Management Office Supplies Account for office supplies.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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6.A.17.
Requesting approval to appropriate $100,000 from the Encore Artist and Cultural Support Stabilization Fund to support Local Cultural Council grants to artists, organizations, and schools.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
- 6.B. Housing and Community Development Committee
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6.B.1.
Report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on September 20, 2023.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Strezo presented the Committee Report. Among the items discussed by the committee were the \cf0\kerning2 planning process for the Armory Building, the \cf1\kerning0 hiring process and staffing numbers for crossing guards and ways to attract candidates for crossing guard positions.\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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6.B.2.
That the Director of the Arts Council and the Director of Economic Development take the steps outlined within, relative to the Armory building.
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6.B.3.
That the Director of Human Resources update this Council on the hiring process and staffing numbers for crossing guards for the 2022-2023 school year.
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6.B.4.
That the Director of Human Resources discuss the possibility of modernizing crossing guard positions to attract candidates and increase hiring.
- 6.C. Land Use Committee
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6.C.1.
Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on September 21, 2023.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\tx2760\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin presented the Committee Report and said that a \lquote down zoning\rquote item was approved and that an item for White Street Place was discharged w/no recommendation so that the Ward Five councilor could weigh in. Councilor Gomez Mouakad explained the situation and asked that the item be tabled for two weeks to give her time to hear from constituents.\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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6.C.2.
David Einis requesting the adoption of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance Map to change the zoning district of 0 White Street Place from Mid-Rise 4 (MR4) to Urban Residential (UR) and 14 White Street Place from Neighborhood Residential (NR) to UR.
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6.C.3.
Daniel C. and Lieba R. Savitt requesting an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance Map to change the zoning district of 113 Prospect Street from Urban Residence (UR) to Neighborhood Residence (NR).
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
- 6.D. Legislative Matters Committee
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6.D.1.
Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on September 19, 2023.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\tx2760\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Davis presented the Committee Report and spoke about two surveillance technology items that were kept in committee awaiting additional information from the administration.\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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6.D.2.
Bicycle Advisory Committee submitting comments re: ticketing by 311.
- 6.E. Traffic and Parking Committee
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6.E.1.
Report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on September 18, 2023.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\tx2760\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Gome Mouakad presented the Committee Report and spoke about the discussion of the Citywide Bicycle Network Plan, which took up most of the meeting.\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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6.E.2.
That the Commissioner of Public Works install high visibility flexible bollards at all entrances to the Community Path from a vehicular road, to prevent the entry of non-authorized vehicles into the path.
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6.E.3.
Requesting approval of the Citywide Bicycle Network Plan.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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6.E.4.
That the Director of Mobility and the Director of Engineering integrate traffic calming measures on Hudson and Summer Streets and plan for the work to be implemented prior to the start of the Highland Avenue improvement construction.
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6.E.5.
That the Director of Mobility develop a strategy for the implementation of speed radar detectors on north-south cut-through streets throughout the city, including but not limited to Central Street and Cedar Street.
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6.E.6.
That the Director of Mobility work with relevant departments and divisions to install wayfinding signage on the Community Path, including freeway exit-style signage on the Community Path Extension, given that segment’s limited access.
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6.E.7.
That the Director of Mobility update this Council on plans to expand bicycle parking in the city, with a focus on Davis Square and Union Square including potentially using intersection daylighting spaces for bike racks.
- 7. Communications of the Mayor
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7.1.
Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Section 2-373 of the Code of Ordinances, to establish a Vaccine Revolving Fund.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.2 and 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.2.
Requesting approval to authorize a FY 2024 expenditure limitation of $60,000 for the Vaccine Revolving Fund.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.2 and 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.3.
Requesting authorization to borrow $973,985 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for the cost of acquiring a custom Fire Pumper.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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7.4.
Requesting approval of a transfer of $29,780 from the Health and Human Services Professional and Technical Services Account to the Council on Aging Professional and Technical Services Account for nutritional counseling and education at the Senior Center.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.2 and 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.5.
Requesting the use of $1,500 in available funds in the Inspectional Services Staff Development Account to establish a Food and Refreshments Account, to provide food and refreshments for staff during quarterly training sessions.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.2 and 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.6.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $220,560 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to the Health and Human Services Department for Tobacco Control Prevention.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.2 and 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.7.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $75,000 grant with no new match required, from MA Department of Housing and Community Development to the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development Administration Division for a partnership with the City of Medford to examine the zoning and economic development potential of the parcels along Broadway that are split by the municipal boundary.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.2 and 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.8.
Requesting approval to accept and expend an $18,400 grant with no new match required, from Mass Cultural Council to the Arts Council for unrestricted operating support.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.2 and 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.9.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $2,298.83 using available funds in the Human Resources Arbitration Services Account for arbitration transcription services.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.2 and 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.10.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $2,250 using available funds in the Human Resources Arbitration Services Account for arbitration services.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.2 and 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.11.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $2,207.50 using available funds in the Fire Department Professional & Technical Account for medical case management costs.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.2 and 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.12.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $440 using available funds in the Human Resources Professional & Technical Services Account for language testing services.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.2 and 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
- 8. Communications of City Officers
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8.1.
City Clerk requesting approval to release thirteen sets of Executive Session minutes as described within.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\sl-284\slmult0\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 President Ewen-Campen stated that City Solicitor has approved the release of these minutes. City Clerk Wells explained that this is a normal procedure governed by the Rules of the Council.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Absent
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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8.2.
Fair Housing Commission conveying the Fiscal Year 2022 Fair Housing Commission Annual Report.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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8.3.
School Committee Chair conveying the appointment of Emily Ackman to the PILOT Advisory Task Force.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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8.4.
School Committee Chair conveying the appointment of Matthew Caughey to the PILOT Advisory Task Force.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
- 9. New Business
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9.1.
New Drainlayer's License, JF Excavation Corp.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.7 and 10.17 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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9.2.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, McGue Excavating LLC.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.7 and 10.17 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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9.3.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Meninno Construction Co. Inc.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.7 and 10.17 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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9.4.
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Sam's Falafel and Shawarma, 215 Highland Ave.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.7 and 10.17 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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9.5.
Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Sadel and G Transportation, Inc, Med #70.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.7 and 10.17 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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9.6.
Tareq Rantisi applying for a Public Event License for World Music Concert Series: Celebrate Diverse Somerville on October 15 from 11:30am to 4:30pm. (raindate October 22).
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.7 and 10.17 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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9.7.
East Somerville Main Streets applying for a Public Event License for Halloween BP & Pet Parade on October 28 from 1pm to 7pm (raindate October 29).
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.7 and 10.17 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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9.8.
Four residents submitting comments re: item #23-0791, amending the Zoning Ordinances to include vegetated roofs.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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9.9.
Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) conveying the alteration of a location of a section of State highway.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
- 10. Supplemental Items
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10.1.
That the Director of Mobility place NOT A THROUGH STREET signs on the Washington Street side of Franklin and Washington Avenues.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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10.2.
That the Director of Water and Sewer clean the sewers along Chester Avenue.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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10.3.
That the Chief of Police provide a written explanation, and any accompanying documentation, of the Police Department’s receipt of GrayKey surveillance technology from Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI)/Boston without requiring a grant acceptance from the City Council.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor Scott said that he wants to understand the funding source.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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10.4.
That the Commissioner of Public Works clear the low-hanging plant growth overhanging the Prospect Street sidewalk over the rail right-of-way, opposite the Union Square stop.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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10.5.
That the Director of Inspectional Services issue any appropriate citations for overgrowth at 50 Webster Avenue blocking the northbound sidewalk, and arrange for the Public Works Department to clear the growth if not removed by the property owner by Friday September 29, 2023.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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10.6.
That the Commissioner of Public Works clear weeds and vegetation on the north fence line of the city-owned lot at 217 Somerville Avenue.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor Scott said residents in the area are complaining about this situation.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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10.7.
That the Director of Engineering, in conjunction with the Mayor, schedule a meeting with the Duck Village and Perry Park neighborhoods about continuing flooding problems.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor Scott said this has been an ongoing problem for years and he would like a commitment from the Administration to deal with it.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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10.8.
That the Chief of Police share with this Council, copies of any reports of noise complaints for Sally O'Brien's at 335 Somerville Avenue, during 2023.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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10.9.
That the Director of Inspectional Services, the Chief of Police and the City Clerk meet with this Council to discuss the operation of duly licensed live music venues in the city, and the applicability of the Noise Ordinance as written.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor Scott commented that the ordinance isn\rquote t to penalize any business, but he would like to make sure that everyone is on the same page.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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10.10.
That the City Solicitor and the Director of Planning, Preservation and Zoning assist in drafting an ordinance amendment prohibiting the placement of transformers and other electrical transmission infrastructure above ground within the city limits without specific approval by a Special Permit Granting Authority, or other appropriate mechanism.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor Scott said most transformer requests go through a site plan review. The problem is that in some cases the equipment can\rquote t be run off pole, so a transformer needs to be placed underground or above ground. The city\rquote s policy is to not allow above ground installations. The right of way legislation (\cf1 MGL Chapter 166 Sections 22A-N)\cf0 details ways that a municipality may prevent above ground installations. Councilor Scott submitted a corresponding motion, (see item #23-1494).\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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10.11.
Requesting ordainment of an amendment to the Somerville Zoning Ordinances, Sections 3.1 Neighborhood Residence and 3.2 Urban Residence, to permit the house and triple decker building types without any conditions, and to repeal the lot depth, dwelling units per lot, and development benefits requirements.
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10.12.
Requesting ordainment of an amendment to the Somerville Zoning Ordinances to replace the text of Section 9.1.11 Residential Use Categories and revise Table 9.1.1 Permitted Uses and the corresponding permitted use table of each zoning district, in accordance with changes to Table 9.1.1, to replace the two residential use categories.
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10.13.
Requesting the time only extension of two months, to November 30, 2023, for the Inspectional Services Residential Property Rodent Control Program contract.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Director Antanavica clarified that this is for the residential program.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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10.14.
Licensing Commission conveying a change to the Rules and Regulations of the Somerville Licensing Commission regarding closed captioning.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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10.15.
Chief of Police conveying supplemental information regarding items #23-1262 and #23-1263, grants from Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management.
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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10.16.
New Extended Operating Hours License, Dumpling Garden, 273 Broadway, opening Sunday-Saturday from 10am to 2am for in-store, take-out and delivery service.
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10.17.
Daniel Wong applying for a Public Event License for Oak Street BP on September 30 from 1pm to 7pm (raindate October 1).
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.7 and 10.17 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
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10.18.
1,136 individuals (556 residents) submitting comments re: Armory building.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx722\f0\fs24 Stephanie Scherpf, Executive Director of Arts at the Armory said that a community meeting was held and a petition created and delivered to the city urging that four actions be taken. 1) abandon the present model, 2) adopt a 3\super rd\nosupersub party model, 3) develop an RFP, and 4) work with a consultant. To date, a response from the city has not been received. The members of the Arts community have given Arts at the Armory the mandate to carry the future of building forward. Director Scherpf said that the petitioners don\rquote t think that the city has the ability to carry out the process without their input. She commented that she recently spoke at a Housing and Community Development Committee meeting and left frustrated. She believes that the city\rquote s approach has been to hold up the process, noting that this matter has been going on for over two years. She said that the building is already a success and that her organization wants to help the city and she thinks that the Armory Master Plan needs to be re-started. Councilor Gomez Mouakad agrees that the process needs to start over with input from the tenants. President Ewen-Campen noted that the reason the city took the building by eminent domain was to protect the artist community and he believes that the issue will be worked out.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Charlotte KellyAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
- 11. Late Items
- 12. Adjournment