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Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 7 PM

City Council Chamber and Remote Participation

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What happened

91 items of legislation were taken up.

  • 37 approved
  • 17 approved and sent for discussion
  • 15 work completed
  • 13 placed on file
  • 3 referred for recommendation
  • 2 placed on file and sent for discussion
  • 1 ordinance ordained
  • 1 not approved
  • +2 other outcomes

Agenda 91 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 7:02 PM by Ward Three City Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen.

The meeting was Adjourned at 8:22 PM on a roll call vote of 10 in favor (McLaughlin, Davis, Wilson, Sait, Scott, Mbah, Burnley, Clingan, Strezo, Ewen-Campen), 0 opposed and 1 absent (Pineda Neufeld).

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Published March 26, 2024, 12:30 PM, Revised March 28, 2024, 1:15 PM.

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  1. 1. Opening Ceremonies
  2. 1.1.
    24-0447 Roll Call Placed on file

    Call of the Roll.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Scott arrived at 7:06 p.m.\par Councilor Wilson arrived at 7:21 p.m.\par }

  3. 1.2.
    24-0448 Remembrances Approved

    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\f0\fs24 Councilor Clingan requested a moment of silence in memory of Marjorie Loveless Fowler.\cf1\f1\par }

  4. 1.3.
    24-0449 Minutes Approved

    Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 22, 2024.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  5. 2. Citations
  6. 3. Public Hearings
  7. 3.1.
    24-0434 Grant of Location Approved

    Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 12 feet of conduit in Alewife Brook Parkway, from Manhole 12332 at the intersection of Alewife Brook Parkway and 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 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.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  8. 4. Orders, Ordinances, Resolutions and Motions of Members
  9. 4.1.
    24-0417 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Executive Director of the Arts Council appear before the Housing and Community Development Committee to present a Porchfest safety plan that addresses pedestrian safety concerns, promotion of street closures, intersection crossing safety and the prevention of aggressive and dangerous driver behavior during the active event hours.

    {\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 recalled some unsafe incidents that occurred during last year\rquote s event and spoke about the need to have a safety plan in place.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  10. 4.2.
    24-0419 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment and the Director of Health and Human Services discuss how climate change affects residents over 65 years old and how climate forward programs can address this demographic.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  11. 4.3.
    24-0418 Resolution Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Administration discuss post-pilot plan considerations of the Guaranteed Basic Income pilot 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 Strezo recalled some unsafe incidents that occurred during last year\rquote s event and spoke about the need to have a safety plan in place.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  12. 4.4.
    24-0420 Communication Placed on file

    Conveying a report of the Children's Cabinet.

    {\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 reported that the Cabinet meets monthly and that at the latest meeting, the Cabinet discussed ways to make the public aware of what it is and what it does.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  13. 4.5.
    24-0428 Resolution Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Administration provide an update on the Braille embosser purchased in summer 2023, including its current location and the plan to put it to use.

    {\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 Burnley commented that, last he heard, funding was included in the budget to make the purchase. He later heard that the city was going to lease a brailler and he would like clarity on the matter. Councilor Clingan stated that the city did make the purchase a year ago.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  14. 4.6.
    24-0429 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Inspectional Services update the Ward 1 City Councilor on the recent collapse of a house at 16 Bonair 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 Councilor McLaughlin spoke briefly saying that he has some questions for the contractors involved.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  15. 4.7.
    24-0430 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Inspectional Services update the Ward 1 City Councilor on the status of any permits issued to contractors associated with 16 Bonair Street.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  16. 4.8.
    24-0431 Order Approved

    That the Commissioner of Public Works ensure that city trash barrels in Ward 1 are emptied on a regular basis.

    {\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 the trash problem is getting worse. He put in a 311 call a week ago, and the barrels were not emptied. He would like to have trash picked up twice weekly in the area.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  17. 4.9.
    24-0432 Order Approved

    That the Commissioner of Public Works replace any defective Big Belly trash barrels in Ward 1 with standard trash barrels until they are repaired.

    {\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 would like temporary barrels installed until the Big Belly barrels are repaired.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  18. 4.10.
    24-0433 Communication Placed on file

    Announcing monthly Ward 1 community cleanups on the first Monday of every month, beginning at 5:30 pm at Connexion Church.

    {\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 the East Somerville community has conducted organized cleanups twice yearly, however, during the COVID period these cleanups stalled. Residents have made inquiries about plans to reinstate regular cleanups, so Councilor McLaughlin is announcing a monthly program. Councilor Clingan commented that he may replicate this in his ward.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  19. 5. Unfinished Business
  20. 6. Reports of Committees
  21. 6.A. Finance Committee
  22. 6.A.1.
    24-0395 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on March 19, 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 summarized the actions taken by the committee and said that the committee received an update on the city\rquote s financial status.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  23. 6.A.2.
    24-0210 Officer's Communication Work completed

    Finance Director conveying FY 2024 Mid-Year Financial Report in accordance with Section 2-48 of the Code of Ordinances.

  24. 6.B. Finance Committee
  25. 6.B.1.
    24-0396 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on March 19, 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 summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported that a public hearing was conducted to receive public input on the FY 2025 budget priorities. A total of 37 people spoke on the matter, advocating for a variety of topics.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  26. 6.B.2.
    24-0178 Order Work completed

    That this City Council hold a public hearing in the Committee on Finance on the community’s Fiscal Year 2025 budget priorities.

  27. 6.C. Finance Committee
  28. 6.C.1.
    24-0401 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on March 26, 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 summarized the actions taken by the committee and explained that the budget priorities submitted by councilors were reviewed and narrowed down to 10 topics.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  29. 6.C.2.
    24-0459 Resolution Approved

    That this Council conveys its support for Housing Stabilization as outlined in memos and budget priorities submitted by City Councilors.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  30. 6.C.3.
    24-0460 Resolution Approved

    That this Council conveys its support in the FY 2025 budget, for homeless services including all approaches listed in councilor memos, and specifically including funding for a permanent brick and mortar location.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  31. 6.C.4.
    24-0461 Resolution Approved

    That all items in the Alternative Emergency Response category be submitted to the Mayor to be included in the FY 2025 budget.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  32. 6.C.5.
    24-0462 Resolution Approved

    That this Council conveys to the Mayor, the importance of housing affordability, including the creation of an Acquisition Fund, as a Council priority for inclusion in the FY 2025 budget.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  33. 6.C.6.
    24-0463 Resolution Approved

    That this Council conveys its support for the inclusion of municipal composting in the FY 2025 budget, including all approaches listed in Councilor memos.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  34. 6.C.7.
    24-0464 Resolution Approved

    That the Administration include rodent mitigation in the FY 2025 budget as outlined in Councilor memos and resolutions, and increase funding and staffing in the city for rodent mitigation.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  35. 6.C.8.
    24-0465 Resolution Approved

    That this Council conveys its support for providing resources in the FY 2025 budget for medical debt forgiveness, municipal building decarbonization, out of school time programming, and an overdose prevention center, as outlined in Councilor memos for their FY 2025 budget priorities.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  36. 6.D. Housing and Community Development Committee
  37. 6.D.1.
    24-0397 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on March 20, 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 Strezo summarized the actions taken by the committee and said that ADA access to playgrounds was discussed and that the Kennedy School is being considered as site for a universal playground. Other items discussed included plans for open spaces and parks, housing enforcement, and the expiration of an ARPA program that serves 900 residents with assistance in paying their water bills.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  38. 6.D.2.
    24-0073 Resolution Work completed

    That the Administration, in conjunction with the Housing and Water and Sewer Departments, provide optional, affordable, water utility assessments in low-income housing units and in benevolent landlord and subsidized landlord housing, whereby residents would pay their own water and sewer bills.

  39. 6.E. Land Use Committee
  40. 6.E.1.
    24-0399 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on March 21, 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 McLaughlin summarized the actions taken by the committee and said the sole item recommended for approval was ordainment of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinances to establish a Recreational Camp for Children use within the Recreational Services use category.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  41. 6.E.2.
    24-0037 Mayor's Request Ordinance ordained

    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.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  42. 6.E.3.
    24-0059 Public Communication Not approved

    Gregg Donovan requesting a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 321 Washington Street from Fabrication (FAB) to Commercial Industry (CI).

    Roll call: 9 nay · 1 absent · 1 recused
    • Matthew McLaughlinNay
    • Lance L. DavisNay
    • Jake WilsonNay
    • Naima SaitNay
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottNay
    • Wilfred N. MbahNay
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Nay
    • Jesse ClinganNay
    • Kristen StrezoNay
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenRecused
  43. 6.E.4.
    24-0112 Public Communication Work completed

    Five residents submitting comments re: proposed Zoning Ordinance Climate & Equity Innovation Sub-Area Overlay District.

  44. 6.E.5.
    23-1306 Public Communication Withdrawn

    Mai Lau, 635 Somerville Avenue LLC, requesting the adoption of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance Map to change the zoning district of 627 Somerville Avenue from Neighborhood Residence (NR) to Mid-Rise 3 (MR3).

  45. 6.F. Licenses and Permits Committee
  46. 6.F.1.
    24-0402 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on March 27, 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 Burnley summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported that 3 items were recommended for approval: a new Billiards and Bowling License, a new Extended Operating Hours License, and a new Used Car Dealer Class 2 License.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  47. 6.F.2.
    24-0156 License Approved

    New Billiards and Bowling License, Lucky Strike, 325 Revolution Drive, for 5 billiard tables and 8 bowling lanes.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  48. 6.F.3.
    24-0157 License Approved

    New Extended Operating Hours License, Lucky Strike, 325 Revolution Drive, opening Monday-Sunday until 2am for in-store service only.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  49. 6.F.4.
    24-0267 License Approved

    New Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Ravelo's Auto Sales, 61 Washington St, for 0 vehicles inside and 1 vehicles outside, Mon-Fri: 8am-6pm, Sat: 8am-2pm, Sun: closed.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  50. 6.G. Public Health and Public Safety Committee
  51. 6.G.1.
    24-0398 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on March 20, 2024.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported that the meeting was well attended. The homeless encampment under Rt. 93, and the April 17\super th\nosupersub eviction of the individuals living there, was discussed. The Somerville Homeless Coalition, among others, is attempting to find a place for them to be relocated to and trying to produce a permanent plan for those folks. Additional matters discussed were violence/security measures in the encampment area, two COVID related items, and the search for a Police Chief. Councilor Wilson noted that a preliminary list of candidates for that position was received by the search committee yesterday.\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  52. 6.G.2.
    24-0149 Order Work completed

    That the Director of Health and Human services create an on-call emergency fire response unit to assist in connecting residents with available resources in the event of a displacement or loss of property due to a fire.

  53. 6.G.3.
    24-0168 Order Work completed

    That the Director of Health and Human Services work with the Administration to allocate funding to secure COVID-19 rapid tests to be distributed at Public Libraries.

  54. 6.G.4.
    24-0172 Order Work completed

    That the Director of Health and Human Services discuss the availability of free city-funded COVID tests going forward after temporary relief funds have evaporated, including any plans and/or consideration of potential sources of COVID testing supplies provided through community partners.

  55. 6.G.5.
    24-0177 Order Work completed

    That the Administration appear before the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety to update the City Council on the status of the Police Chief search.

  56. 6.H. Public Utilities and Public Works Committee
  57. 6.H.1.
    24-0394 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Public Utilities and Public Works, meeting on March 18, 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 Clingan summarized the actions taken by the committee and said bulk of the meeting was about the repair and/or replacing of gas pipes. There is state legislation, S2103, that is moving to force utility companies to repair pipes rather than replace them. If that legislation is passed, it would give the city more tools to deal with utility companies.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  58. 6.H.2.
    24-0040 Resolution Work completed

    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.

  59. 6.H.3.
    24-0148 Order Work completed

    That the Director of Engineering update this Council on the policy and plans pertaining to repairing leaking gas pipes versus replacing them, and the necessary transition away from gas infrastructure.

  60. 6.H.4.
    24-0151 Order Work completed

    That the Director of Water and Sewer address the use of threatening notifications as part of the water meter replacement project.

  61. 6.I. School Building Facilities and Maintenance Special Committee
  62. 6.I.1.
    24-0400 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Special Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance, meeting on March 25, 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 Davis summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported that the status of the MSBA process discussed and that the committee will be receiving regular updates on this. Other matters discussed included the Brown School, available federal funding programs, and the Winter Hill/Edgerly School situation.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  63. 6.I.2.
    24-0087 Resolution Work completed

    That the Administration discuss with this Council’s Special Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance, whether the financial comparisons of various new school building scenarios have taken into consideration projected costs of creating new usages at the current Winter Hill and Brown School sites.

  64. 6.I.3.
    24-0117 Order Work completed

    That the Commissioner of Public Works and the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management report on leaks at the Benjamin Brown School and any exterior envelope damages in the past six months, and actions being taken to address such leaks and damages including the recently dislodged downspout.

  65. 6.I.4.
    24-0338 Order Work completed

    That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management and the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment update this Council on plans to decarbonize current school buildings and any future school buildings.

  66. 6.I.5.
    24-0341 Resolution Work completed

    That the Administration and the Director of Capital Projects, in conjunction with the Somerville Public Schools, update this Council on the scope and costs involved to renovate the basement of the Edgerly School to reunite the Winter Hill Community Innovation School community under one roof, the relevant state and federal laws triggering required compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the decision-making process around the timeline for proceeding with this work.

  67. 6.I.6.
    24-0466 Resolution Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Administration provide the Special Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance with regular updates about the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) process for the Winter Hill and Brown Schools.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  68. 7. Communications of the Mayor
  69. 7.1.
    24-0416 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Article 2, Article 3, Article 4, Article 5, Article 8, and Article 10 of the Zoning Ordinances to remove conflicts with the State Building Code.

  70. 7.2.
    24-0414 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    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 item 7.2 and refer it to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }

  71. 8. Communications of City Officers
  72. 8.1.
    24-0415 Officer's Communication Referred for recommendation

    City Clerk submitting an amendment to the Rules of the City Council to accommodate remote participation and facilitate 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 City Clerk Wells explained that remote meetings may become a permanent option and this amendment is intended to remove any uncertainty of a quorum being present.\cf1\f1\par }

  73. 8.2.
    24-0413 Officer's Communication Placed on file

    Planning Board conveying recommendations for items #24-0037 and #24-0059.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  74. 9. New Business
  75. 9.1.
    24-0435 License Approved

    Renewing Drainlayer's License, A.P. Flowers & Son 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\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.12 and 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  76. 9.2.
    24-0436 License Approved

    Renewing Drainlayer's License, Garrett 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\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.12 and 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  77. 9.3.
    24-0437 License Approved

    Renewing Drainlayer's License, Hydra Tech 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\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.12 and 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  78. 9.4.
    24-0438 License Approved

    Renewing Drainlayer's License, J. Marchese and Sons 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\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.12 and 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  79. 9.5.
    24-0439 License Approved

    Renewing Drainlayer's License, Tufts Construction 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\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.12 and 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  80. 9.6.
    24-0440 License Approved

    Renewing Drainlayer's License, United Civil 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\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.12 and 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  81. 9.7.
    24-0442 License Approved

    Renewing Garage License, Goodyear Auto Service Center, 1 Bow 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 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.12 and 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  82. 9.8.
    24-0441 License Approved

    Renewing Garage License, Sam's Gas and Service, 166 Boston 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 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.12 and 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  83. 9.9.
    24-0443 License Approved

    Renewing Taxi Medallion License, LaFoi Taxi Inc, Med. #20.

    {\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 Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.12 and 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  84. 9.10.
    24-0444 License Approved

    Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Renaissance Taxi Service LLC, Med. #50.

    {\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 Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.12 and 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  85. 9.11.
    24-0445 License Approved

    Renewing Taxi Medallion License, BAETDA Transportation Services LLC, Med. #51, 77, 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\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.12 and 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  86. 9.12.
    24-0446 License Approved

    Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Bostonshuttles.com LLP, Med. #69.

    {\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 Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.12 and 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  87. 9.13.
    24-0421 Public Communication Placed on file

    Parent Teacher Associations submitting comments re: Edgerly School.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  88. 9.14.
    24-0422 Public Communication Placed on file

    Ed Vogel submitting comments re: ShotSpotter.

    {\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 9.14 through 9.19 and Place them on File.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  89. 9.15.
    24-0423 Public Communication Placed on file

    Somerville Stands Together submitting comments re: CHERISH Act.

    {\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 9.14 through 9.19 and Place them on File.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  90. 9.16.
    24-0424 Public Communication Placed on file

    Eight residents submitting comments re: item 24-0178, for a public hearing held March 19, 2024 in a meeting of the Finance Committee of the Whole.

    {\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 9.14 through 9.19 and Place them on File.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  91. 9.17.
    24-0425 Public Communication Placed on file

    David Leung and Calvin Zhao submitting comments re: affordable housing.

    {\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 9.14 through 9.19 and Place them on File.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  92. 9.18.
    24-0426 Public Communication Placed on file

    Henry Edward Hardy submitting comments re: public housing.

    {\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 9.14 through 9.19 and Place them on File.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  93. 9.19.
    24-0427 Public Communication Placed on file

    Caren Kimball submitting comments re: item 24-0089 a resolution in support of an enduring ceasefire in Gaza.

    {\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 9.14 through 9.19 and Place them on File.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  94. 10. Supplemental Items
  95. 10.1.
    24-0450 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Parking update this Council on efforts to ticket vehicles with illegal license covers, including how many tickets have been issued for this reason in the last year.

    {\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 Burnley said this was brought to his attention by a constituent and Councilor Wilson commented that he had a prior discussion about this with the Director of Parking.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  96. 10.2.
    24-0451 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Health and Human Services update this Council on the plan to prioritize the deployment of masks and tests to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

    {\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 Burnley spoke about deployment of masks and COVID tests, saying that residents are concerned about their safety and the cost of obtaining these items. A shift in strategy has moved the focus less on COVID as a sole virus, and toward packaging it with the flu and RSV. He said that he is willing to hear that the administration doesn\rquote t have funds to continue to provide these items, if that\rquote s the case, but he would like efforts made to protect the most vulnerable in the city.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  97. 10.3.
    24-0453 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of the Office of Housing Stability explain to this Council how requirements, paperwork, or means testing will change for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funded programs that transition to funding from the city.

    {\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 Burnley said he\rquote s against means testing and thinks there are other ways to get funds into the hands of those who need it.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  98. 10.4.
    24-0452 Resolution Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Administration explain the process of how residents can receive free prepaid Charlie Cards, what paperwork or requirements they must fulfill before they receive this service, or how much funding was allocated to this 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 Burnley said 500 Charlie Cards were purchased by the city for low-income residents. He said that he is not in favor of onerous processes, and that 350 of the 500 cards are still available and will expire in a few months, resulting in a financial loss to the city. He pointed out that WHCIS parents are struggling to get their children to school and using the available cards might be an opportunity to assist them.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  99. 10.5.
    24-0467 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Mobility work with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to preserve the pedestrian footbridge on McGrath Highway as part of the grounding McGrath 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 McLaughlin said he is concerned about tearing down the pedestrian bridge and putting in flashing lights at a street crossing. He doesn\rquote t want to get in the way of the project but doesn\rquote t know why the bridge has to come down. He has expressed his feelings to MADOT. Councilor Clingan has been contacted by constituents about the bridge and suggested that if it has to be removed, wait until the end of the project, when people are comfortable crossing without it. Councilor Strezo asked if footbridge has been effective for WHIS students and if the Mobility Department might be able to get a usage count for the bridge. Councilor Burnley said that having the bridge next to a playground is important for the safety of children. President Ewen-Campen commented that the next few months are critical for all parties to get on the same page.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  100. 10.6.
    24-0468 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Mobility return the TEMPORARY PARKING sign, that serves local businesses, to the corner of Washington and Myrtle Streets.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  101. 10.7.
    24-0469 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Inspectional Services update the Ward 1 Councilor on enforcement of the Dark Skies Ordinance.

    {\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 Clingan explained that two of the heads on the Puma building cast bright light along Puritan Road. Councilor McLaughlin explained that the ordinance seeks to get rid of excessive light pollution and noted that Assembly Square is exempt from the dark sky ordinance.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  102. 10.8.
    24-0470 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Mobility update this Council on plans to address increased cut-through commuter traffic on Temple Street and Fellsway West on weekday mornings, including any plans to prohibit right turns onto Temple Street and Fellsway West from 7 AM to 9 AM on weekdays.

    {\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 said these roadways are often clogged and getting worse and he wants to make sure these streets don\rquote t bear the brunt of traffic from state highways. Councilor Clingan commented that speeding and traffic is at an all-time high on Fellsway West and affecting the safety of residents.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  103. 10.9.
    24-0471 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Racial and Social Justice update this Council on the promised road map from the consultant for implementing the recommendations in the report on Police Staffing and Operations delivered in November.

    {\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 said these roadways are often clogged and getting worse and he wants to make sure these streets don\rquote t bear the brunt of traffic from state highways. Councilor Clingan commented that speeding and traffic is at an all-time high on Fellsway West and affecting the safety of residents.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  104. 10.10.
    24-0472 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on the condition of Conway Field and the displacement of infill that is occurring there during extreme rainfall events, as well as the schedule for regular grooming and maintenance of the City’s artificial turf athletic fields.

    {\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 commented that he is seeing displacement of the infill at Conway Park and he is curious about maintenance and other care processes for the park.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  105. 10.11.
    24-0455 Mayor's Communication Laid on the table

    Conveying an update on Police and Fire hiring.

    {\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 moved to table this item until the next City Council meeting due to the lack of notice provided by the Administration on the item. Also, the Firefighters union hasn\rquote t had time to meet with labor counsel. Councilor McLaughlin explained that the Administration\rquote s plan might involve civil service bypasses, and at this point, he doesn\rquote t even know what questions to ask. Councilor Clingan commented that lead times have been requested repeatedly and Councilor Scott commented that an item preventing lateral transfers saw no action for 1 year. President Ewen-Campen explained that the Mayor is going to use lateral transfers and he agrees with not knowing what questions to ask. He also noted that there is no vote of the City Council involved for this item. The item was Laid on the Table.\cf1\f1\par }

  106. 10.12.
    24-0473 Public Event Approved

    Tufts University Engineers Without Borders applying for a Public Event License for Engineers Without Borders 6K on April 7 from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM (raindate April 14).

    {\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 Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.12 and 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  107. 10.13.
    24-0454 Public Communication Placed on file

    Daniela Gontownik submitting comments re: item 24-0089 a resolution in support of an enduring ceasefire in Gaza.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  108. 10.14.
    24-0456 Public Communication Placed on file

    Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Committee submitting comments re: FY 2025 budget.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  109. 10.15.
    24-0457 Public Communication Placed on file and sent for discussion

    Green & Open Somerville and Earthwise Aware submitting comments re: invasive plant species.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  110. 10.16.
    24-0458 Public Communication Placed on file and sent for discussion

    RESPOND submitting comments re: item 23-0075, an Ordinance establishing Paid Leave for Survivors.

    Roll call: 10 aye · 1 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  111. 11. Adjournment