Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 7 PM
City Council Chamber and Remote Participation
This meeting has happened. Minutes are final.
What happened
50 items of legislation were taken up.
- 19 referred for recommendation
- 18 approved
- 10 approved and sent for discussion
- 2 placed on file
- 1 approved with conditions
Agenda 50 items
Notices from the agenda
NOTICE: This is NOT the official version of the City Council's minutes. While reasonable efforts have been made to assure the accuracy of the data provided, do not rely on this information without first checking with the City Clerk.
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Ward Three City Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen.
The meeting was Adjourned at 7:21 PM.
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Published January 9, 2024 12:40 PM, Revised January 11, 2024 1:00 PM.
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- 1. Opening Ceremonies
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1.1.
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1.2.
Remembrances.
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1.3.
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, November 21, 2023.
- 2. Citations
- 3. Public Hearings
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3.1.
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a new manhole and 253 feet of conduit in Columbia Street, to a point of pickup at 495 Columbia 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\f0\fs24 Jacqui Duffy, representing Eversource, spoke in favor of the item and explained the purpose of the request. There being no further speakers, the Public Hearing was closed. Councilor Scott asked that the grant be conditioned so that the time of placement be communicated to and coordinated with the city and the neighboring business.\cf1\f1\par }
- 4. Orders, Ordinances, Resolutions and Motions of Members
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4.1.
That the Commissioner of Public Works re-install the bench, previously donated and installed in honor of longstanding Brown School principal Marilyn Haggerty, on the Brown School grounds.
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4.2.
That the Director of Parking ensure that the parking meters in front of the Tufts Administration Building (TAB) are reserved for TAB building visitors with disability placards, Mondays through Fridays from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM, to assist with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility.
{\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\f0\fs24 Councilor Strezo commented that she has been hearing that there are not enough ADA spaces.\cf1\f1\par }
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4.3.
That the Administration and the Director of Water and Sewer update this Council, in writing, on the plan to support residents who cannot afford the recent water bill increases.
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4.4.
That the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment provide this Council with any updated plans and timelines for a municipal composting program.
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4.5.
That the Director of Economic Development update this Council on the "Mitigating Commercial Displacement in Somerville" report, released in December 2023, and any action steps taken as a result of the report.
{\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\f0\fs24 Councilor Pineda Neufeld explained that she would like to have the Council get ahead of any recommendations made in the report and Councilor Strezo said that she has spoken with OSPCD and was informed that Economic Development staff is ready to make a presentation on the report.\cf1\f1\par }
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4.6.
That the Administration honor the Commonwealth's Fourth Annual Crossing Guard Appreciation between March 1-20, 2024 by planning appreciation events and opportunities to thank our crossing guards.
{\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\f0\fs24 Councilor Pineda Neufeld stated that such events occur throughout the Commonwealth, but not in Somerville and she would like to tag on to events happening elsewhere in the state.\cf1\f1\par }
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4.7.
That the Director of the Office of Housing Stability report on the progress of the organization and start-up of the Municipal Housing Voucher Program.
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4.8.
That the Director of Housing and the Director of the Office of Housing Stability report on the feasibility of fair housing enforcement.
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4.9.
That the Director of Housing and the Director of the Office of Housing Stability provide a ten-year progress report on the implementation of the city’s efforts to prevent and mitigate displacement.
- 5. Unfinished Business
- 6. Reports of Committees
- 7. Communications of the Mayor
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7.1.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $122,627 grant with no new match required, from Mass General Hospital/Cambridge Health Alliance to the Health and Human Services Department for recruitment and training of Community Health Workers.
{\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\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.7, 10.8 and 10.9 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.2.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $91,211.79 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security to the Fire Department for staffing 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\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.7, 10.8 and 10.9 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.3.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $76,867 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Office of Elder Affairs to the Council on Aging for social, educational and physical wellness programming.
{\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\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.7, 10.8 and 10.9 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.4.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $53,200 grant with no new match required, from the Mass Cultural Council to the Arts Council for the Local Cultural Council grant program.
{\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\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.7, 10.8 and 10.9 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.5.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $3,600 grant with no new match required, from Massachusetts Councils on Aging to the Council on Aging for the Somerville Memory Cafe.
{\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\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.7, 10.8 and 10.9 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.6.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $3,000 grant with no new match required, from Somerville Cambridge Elder Services to the Council on Aging for senior transportation.
{\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\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.7, 10.8 and 10.9 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.7.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $28.75 using available funds in the Human Resources Department Wellness Account for an employee Weight Watchers wellness benefit.
{\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\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.7, 10.8 and 10.9 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.8.
Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Mark Matthews to the position of Fire District Chief.
{\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\f0\fs24 Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.8 and 7.9 and refer them to the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.9.
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Anandavalli Thiagarajan to the Public Library Board of Trustees.
{\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\f0\fs24 Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.8 and 7.9 and refer them to the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
- 8. Communications of City Officers
- 9. New Business
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9.1.
New Automatic Amusement Device License, Lucky Strike, 325 Revolution Drive, for 138 devices.
{\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\f0\fs24 President Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 9.1, 9.3, 9.7, 9.8, 9.10 through 9.16 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
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9.2.
New Billiards and Bowling License, Lucky Strike, 325 Revolution Drive, for 5 billiard tables and 8 bowling 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\f0\fs24 President Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 9.2, 9.4 through 9.6, 9.9, and 10.11 and refer them to the Licenses and Permits Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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9.3.
Renewing Dog Kennel License, Riverdog Daycare, 321 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\f0\fs24 President Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 9.1, 9.3, 9.7, 9.8, 9.10 through 9.16 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
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9.4.
New Extended Operating Hours License, Dunkin, 504 Broadway, opening 24/7 for in store and take-out 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\f0\fs24 President Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 9.2, 9.4 through 9.6, 9.9, and 10.11 and refer them to the Licenses and Permits Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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9.5.
New Extended Operating Hours License, Lucky Strike, 325 Revolution Drive, opening Monday-Sunday until 2am for in-store service only.
{\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\f0\fs24 President Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 9.2, 9.4 through 9.6, 9.9, and 10.11 and refer them to the Licenses and Permits Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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9.6.
New Garage License, Broadway Gulf Inc, 212 Broadway, 3 vehicles inside, 7 vehicles outside, for mechanical repairs and storing vehicles, Mon-Fri: 6am-10pm, Sat: 7am-3pm, Sun: closed.
{\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\f0\fs24 President Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 9.2, 9.4 through 9.6, 9.9, and 10.11 and refer them to the Licenses and Permits Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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9.7.
Renewing Lodging House License, Walnut Hill Properties, 100 Packard 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\f0\fs24 President Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 9.1, 9.3, 9.7, 9.8, 9.10 through 9.16 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
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9.8.
Renewing Lodging House License, Walnut Hill Properties, 25 Whitfield Rd.
{\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\f0\fs24 President Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 9.1, 9.3, 9.7, 9.8, 9.10 through 9.16 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
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9.9.
New Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Broadway Gulf Inc, 212 Broadway, 3 vehicles inside, 10 vehicles outside, Mon-Fri: 8am-6pm, Sat: 8am-2pm, Sun: closed.
{\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\f0\fs24 President Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 9.2, 9.4 through 9.6, 9.9, and 10.11 and refer them to the Licenses and Permits Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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9.10.
Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Auto Plus LLC, 229 Lowell St.
{\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\f0\fs24 President Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 9.1, 9.3, 9.7, 9.8, 9.10 through 9.16 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
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9.11.
Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Gene Automotive, 56 Joy St.
{\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\f0\fs24 President Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 9.1, 9.3, 9.7, 9.8, 9.10 through 9.16 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
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9.12.
Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, John's Auto Sales, 181 Somerville 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\f0\fs24 President Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 9.1, 9.3, 9.7, 9.8, 9.10 through 9.16 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
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9.13.
Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Joy St Motors, 24 Joy St.
{\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\f0\fs24 President Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 9.1, 9.3, 9.7, 9.8, 9.10 through 9.16 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
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9.14.
Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Teele Square Auto, 1284 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\f0\fs24 President Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 9.1, 9.3, 9.7, 9.8, 9.10 through 9.16 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
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9.15.
Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Pat's Enterprises, Inc, 308 McGrath Hwy.
{\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\f0\fs24 President Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 9.1, 9.3, 9.7, 9.8, 9.10 through 9.16 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
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9.16.
Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Pat's Enterprises, Inc, 182 Washington St.
{\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\f0\fs24 President Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 9.1, 9.3, 9.7, 9.8, 9.10 through 9.16 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
- 10. Supplemental Items
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10.1.
That the Director of Health and Human Services provide monthly updates to this Council’s Committee on Public Health and Public Safety regarding ongoing efforts to address homelessness.
{\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\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin explained that he plans on holding monthly meetings on homelessness.\cf1\f1\par }
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10.2.
That the Director of Mobility update the Ward 1 City Councilor on the status of the Kensington Connector.
{\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\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin said that some progress has been seen, but there is more to be done (e.g., lighting) and he would like to get it finished. Councilor Strezo asked that the connector also be made less odorous.\cf1\f1\par }
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10.3.
That the Director of Public Works address the trash and littering along East Broadway.
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10.4.
That the Director of Public Works address the overflow of trash at Symphony Park.
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10.5.
That the Administration update this City Council on the status of Charter reform.
{\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\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin stated that the charter reform exercise was a multi-year process that involved contractors, public input, and a tremendous amount of work by the City Council's Special Committee on Charter Review. He went on to say that he doesn\rquote t know where it went or what stage it is at, adding that he thought it would be at the state house already. By this resolution, he\rquote s requesting an official response on the matter. President Ewen-Campen informed the Council that the Administration will be providing an update soon.\cf1\f1\par }
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10.6.
That the Administration reconstitute neighborhood cleanups, particularly on Earth 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\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin noted that these cleanups haven\rquote t happened for the last 2 years and he would like to have them operational again.\cf1\f1\par }
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10.7.
Requesting ordainment of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinances to amend Article 9: Use Provisions, and the Permitted Uses tables of all zoning districts, to establish a Recreational Camp for Children use within the Recreational Services use category.
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10.8.
Requesting the appropriation of $260,836.34 from the GLX Developer Contribution Fund Account for procuring an owners project representative for the 100 Chestnut Pedestrian Bridge.
{\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\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.7, 10.8 and 10.9 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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10.9.
Requesting approval of a time-only extension to the contract with WSP, Inc. for design work on the Somerville Avenue Utilities and Streetscape Improvements project.
{\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\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.7, 10.8 and 10.9 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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10.10.
Requesting that City Councilors submit budget funding priorities by March 28, 2024.
{\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\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson informed the Council that he will be working on the process and will contact each Councilor prior to having an update available on January 25\super th\nosupersub .\cf1\f1\par }
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10.11.
New Extended Operating Hours License, Everfitness, 14 McGrath Highway, opening Monday-Friday 24/5 for in-store service only.
{\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\f0\fs24 President Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 9.2, 9.4 through 9.6, 9.9, and 10.11 and refer them to the Licenses and Permits Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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10.12.
Gregg Donovan requesting a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 321 Washington Street from Fabrication (FAB) to Commercial Industry (CI).
- 11. Adjournment
