City Council

Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 7 PM

City Council Chamber and Remote Participation

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What happened

114 items of legislation were taken up.

69 approved
15 referred for recommendation
10 placed on file
10 work completed
8 approved and sent for discussion
1 laid on the table
1 ordinance ordained as amended

Agenda 114 items

Notices from the agenda

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The meeting was called to order at 7:09 PM by Ward Three City Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen. The City Council entered recess at 7:28 PM and returned at 7:39 PM. The City Council entered Executive Session at 9:14 PM and returned at 9:39 PM.

The meeting was Adjourned at 11:01 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).

Published April 9, 2024, 12:15 PM, Revised April 11, 2024 1:00 PM.

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11.1.
24-0550 Resolution Approved

Congratulating and applauding the firefighters duly appointed through the regular civil service process.
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
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11. Late Items
1. Opening Ceremonies
1.1.
24-0499 Roll Call Placed on file

Call of the Roll.

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1.2.
24-0500 Remembrances Approved

Remembrances.

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1.3.
24-0501 Minutes Approved

Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 14, 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
- 📎 Minutes 03.14.24
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2. Citations
3. Public Hearings
3.1.
24-0503 Grant of Location Approved

Verizon applying for a Grant of Location to install 216 feet of conduit in Broadway, from existing Verizon Manhole 44/74A located at the intersection of Broadway and Cross Street East to existing Extenet handhole located in front of 161 Broadway.

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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
- 📎 Grant Verizon 161 Broadway
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3.2.
24-0504 Grant of Location Approved

Cambridge Network Solutions applying for a Grant of Location to install a new handhole and a total of 188 feet of conduit in Mystic and Middlesex Avenue as follows: Starting from Manhole 23803 located on Mystic Avenue to a proposed handhole; from proposed handhole, to existing Utility Pole 213/4 located near 60 Middlesex Avenue.

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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
- 📎 Grant CNS 74 Middlesex
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4. Orders, Ordinances, Resolutions and Motions of Members
4.1.
24-0477 Order Approved and sent for discussion

That the Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations conduct a Committee of the Whole Public Hearing to hear how the increases in water and sewer rates are affecting Somerville residents, and be it further Ordered that all relevant city departments be in attendance.

{\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 is calling for a public hearing on May 15 at a hybrid meeting of the Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations Committee to discuss this matter. She noted that 85% of the meter reading process is complete and that less than 100 households in Somerville have been helped by the state\rquote s assistance program, and that 900 residents are no longer getting ARPA funds to help pay water bills. She commented on water bills being received in a variety of odd amounts, some up to $40,000. Councilor Strezo expressed her desire for a parallel plan to help residents pay their water/sewer bills and she urges the City Council to view this matter as a crisis. Councilor Clingan noted that there is much frustration over high water bills and pointed out that the lack of communication to residents was a contributing factor for that. He went on to say that there is a lack of trust in the city and the Water and Sewer Department, and that people are confused and scared. He feels that there should have been meetings in each ward to explain the situation. Councilors Scott, McLaughlin, Mbah and Wilson related similar stories. President Ewen-Campen commented that the higher bills are unfair because people paid the bills they received previously and now the city is looking to get paid for usage that wasn\rquote t billed for at the time. He also stated that the city\rquote s hands are tied by state law.\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
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4.2.
24-0491 Order Approved

That item #24-0417 be discharged from the Committee on Housing and Community Development and sent to the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety.
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
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4.3.
24-0478 Resolution Approved and sent for discussion

That the Administration convene the appropriate departments to discuss the monitoring efforts of the wild turkey population within Somerville and the surrounding regions.
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
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4.4.
24-0496 Resolution Approved

Declaring April 6-12 as the Week of the Young Child.

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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
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4.5.
24-0497 Resolution Approved

Declaring the month of April, 2024, as Fair Housing Month.

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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
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5. Unfinished Business
5.1.
24-0455 Mayor's Communication Laid on the table

Conveying an update on Police and Fire hiring.
- 📎 Lateral Memo
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6. Reports of Committees
6.A. Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee
6.A.1.
24-0480 Committee Report Approved

Report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on April 3, 2024.

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Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- 📎 Minutes - C of APM - 4-3-24 Dispositions
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6.A.2.
24-0016 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Anandavalli Thiagarajan to the Public Library Board of Trustees.
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
- 📎 Statement of Interest SPL Trustee Ananda Thiagarajan
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6.A.3.
24-0190 Officer's Communication Approved

City Clerk requesting confirmation of the appointment of Natasha Frazier to the position of Assistant Clerk of Committees.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- 📎 Natasha Frazier Resume Redacted
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6.A.4.
24-0215 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Kenneth Silva to the position of Fire Deputy Chief.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
6.A.5.
24-0357 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Derek Doane to the position of Firefighter.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
6.A.6.
24-0358 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jack Haigis to the position of Firefighter.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
6.A.7.
24-0362 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of John Tivinis to the position of Firefighter.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
6.A.8.
24-0364 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Nicholas Cantone to the position of Firefighter.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
6.A.9.
24-0365 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of William Deeks to the position of Firefighter.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
6.A.10.
24-0393 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Sergio Rodriguez to the position of Firefighter.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
6.B. Finance Committee
6.B.1.
24-0481 Committee Report Approved

Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on April 9, 2024.

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Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- 📎 Minutes - Finance - 4-9-24 Dispositions
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6.B.2.
24-0054 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting the appropriation of $35,000 from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) Fund Open Space Reserve to the Public Space & Urban Forestry Division for design of the Kennedy Schoolyard.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- 📎 CPC Funding Rec Kennedy Schoolyard FY24
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6.B.3.
24-0081 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting approval of the discontinuance of Palmer Avenue.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
6.B.4.
24-0193 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting approval of a time-only extension to 4/30/2025 for the contract with ADS LLC for flow metering services.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
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6.B.5.
24-0202 Communication Work completed

Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2025.
- 📎 Mbah Budget Priorities FY25
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6.B.6.
24-0204 Resolution Placed on file

That the Administration fund the creation of an entire unit within the Department of Public Works tasked with battling the city's growing rodent infestation.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
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6.B.7.
24-0211 Resolution Placed on file

That the Administration include in the FY 2025 budget, additional funding for rodent mitigation efforts, including an Office of Rodent Prevention similar to the one proposed in Boston, with appropriate staffing.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
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6.B.8.
24-0212 Resolution Placed on file

That the Administration include in the FY 2025 budget, funding for a home air filtration pilot program to address air pollution along Interstate 93.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
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6.B.9.
24-0214 Communication Work completed

Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2025.
- 📎 Wilson Budget Priorities FY25
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6.B.10.
24-0245 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting approval to appropriate $450,000 from the Traffic Safety Stabilization fund for engineering and streetscape reconstruction work in the Western Washington Street area.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
6.B.11.
24-0274 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting approval to accept and expend a $1,873,000 grant with no new match required, from the Department of Housing and Urban Development to the Office of Strategic Planning & Community Development Housing Division for replacing windows in the Mystic River and Mystic View housing developments.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- 📎 Grant Agreement B-22-CP-MA-0374
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6.B.12.
24-0276 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting the appropriation of $10,000 from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) Fund Historic Preservation Reserve to the Somerville Museum for preservation of assets in the museum's collections.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
6.B.13.
24-0280 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting approval of a time-only extension to 6/30/2025 for the contract with Classic Site Solutions, to complete approved additional design services for the Healey schoolyard, soccer field and path.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- 📎 Memo Classic Solutions Change Order No. 6
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6.B.14.
24-0319 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting approval to accept and expend a $375,224 Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) grant with no new match required, from MA Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) to the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development Public Space and Urban Forestry Division for renovation and construction of Henry Hansen Park.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- 📎 Somerville #30 FY23 PARC grant Contract Signed - Arn
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6.B.15.
24-0320 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting approval to accept and expend a $131,920 grant from the Department of Energy - Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant program to the Office of Sustainability and Environment to partially fund the Argenziano LED conversion project.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
6.B.16.
24-0323 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting approval to enter into a contract with outside legal counsel for the appeal of the Superior Court judgment against the Somerville Redevelopment Authority in the matter of the 90 Washington Street property at Cobble Hill.
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
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6.B.17.
24-0326 Resolution Work completed

That the Administration provide a written update to this Council on the status of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) spending to date.
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6.B.18.
24-0327 Communication Work completed

Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2025.
- 📎 Ewen-Campen Budget Priorities FY25
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6.B.19.
24-0332 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting approval of a transfer of $8,050 from the Police Department Personal Services Overtime Account to the Police Department Special Items Grant Match Account to fund the Metropolitan Mayors Coalition Community Safety Initiative Shannon Grant match.
Roll call: 8 aye · 2 nay · 1 recused
- Matthew McLaughlinRecused
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Naima SaitAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottNay
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Nay
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
6.B.20.
24-0333 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting approval to accept and expend a $24,150 grant that requires a match, from the Metropolitan Mayors Coalition Community Safety Initiative to the Police Department for youth violence prevention..
Roll call: 8 aye · 2 nay · 1 recused
- Matthew McLaughlinRecused
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Naima SaitAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottNay
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Nay
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
6.B.21.
24-0334 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting approval to accept and expend a $79,500 grant with no new match required, from SFY2024 Massachusetts Municipal Public Safety Staffing Program to the Police Department for overtime to provide adequate shift coverage.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- 📎 OGR - Somerville PD
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6.B.22.
24-0335 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting approval to appropriate $2,300,000 from the Open Space and Acquisition Stabilization Fund to purchase the parcel at 508-512 Columbia Street.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
6.B.23.
24-0336 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting approval to appropriate $2,300,000 from the Parks Stabilization Fund to purchase the parcel located at 508-512 Columbia Street.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
6.B.24.
24-0340 Communication Work completed

Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2025.
- 📎 Pineda Neufeld Budget Priorities FY25
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6.B.25.
24-0342 Communication Work completed

Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2025.
- 📎 Strezo Budget Priorities FY25
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6.B.26.
24-0369 Order Work completed

That the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Director update this Council on plans to allocate funds to implement a medical debt cancellation program.
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6.B.27.
24-0377 Communication Work completed

Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2025.
- 📎 Burnley Budget Priorities FY25
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6.B.28.
24-0378 Communication Work completed

Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2025.
- 📎 Davis Budget Priorities FY25
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6.B.29.
24-0390 Communication Work completed

Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2025.
- 📎 Sait Budget Priorities FY25
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6.B.30.
24-0414 Mayor's Request Approved

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.
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
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6.C. Legislative Matters Committee
6.C.1.
24-0479 Committee Report Approved

Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on April 2, 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\qj\f0\fs24 Councilor Davis summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported much of the meeting was spent discussing proposed ordinance amendments relative to the Water and Sewer Department. The bulk of the changes would bring the ordinance up to date with actual practice. Councilor Davis moved to sever item #24-0324 from the Committee Report. The motion was approved. A new version of the safe streets ordinance was also discussed.\par Chair Davis moved\b \i that the word \ldblquote commissioner\rdblquote be replaced by the word \ldblquote director\rdblquote throughout this ordinance proposal\i0 \b0 in item #24-0324. The motion was approved.\par \pard Chair Davis moved that the item #24-0324 be approved, as amended. Councilor Scott had some concerns about the change of dates in the ordinance and Councilor Davis expressed his desire to vote on the item this evening. Director Vidalis said that pushing these changes into the next fiscal year would essentially result in an increase in rates in order to replace the expected revenue that would be lost by the delay. The motion was approved on a roll call vote.\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
- 📎 Minutes - Leg Matters - 4-2-24 Dispositions
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6.C.2.
24-0324 Mayor's Request Ordinance ordained as amended

Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Sections 2-371, 11-125, and 11-164 the Code of Ordinances to reflect current operations of the water and sewer department, and provide time and flexibility for financial planning and development of rate forecast models.
Roll call: 9 aye · 1 nay · 1 absent
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Naima SaitAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottNay
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
6.C.3.
24-0331 Mayor's Request Placed on file

Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Sections 11-1, 11-3, 11-4, Article V, 11-121, 11-124, 11-125, 11-126, 11-176, 11-182, and 11-183 of the Code of Ordinances to reflect current department name, titles, and operations of the water and sewer department.
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
- 📎 Amendment Chapter 11 Water and Sewer Department and Title
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7. Communications of the Mayor
7.1.
24-0476 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

Requesting authorization to borrow $7,310,000 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for the FY 2024 Water Main Rehabilitation program as part of the Massachusetts Water Resource Authority's Local Water System Assistance 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 7.10 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
7.2.
24-0495 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

Requesting authorization to borrow $1,800,000 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for the annual recurring FY 2024 Sewer System Evaluation & Infiltration/Inflow Assessment.

{\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 7.10 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
7.3.
24-0412 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

Requesting approval to appropriate $302,720 from the Energy Stabilization Fund to use as a Green Communities grant match to fund energy improvements for 42 Cross 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 Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.10 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
7.4.
24-0492 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

Requesting approval of a transfer of $42,500 from the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development (OSPCD) Housing Personal Services Account to the OSPCD Public Space and Urban Forestry Personal Services Account to cover a projected year-end salary deficit.

{\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 7.10 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.5.
24-0490 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

Requesting approval to enter into an 84- and 89-month contract renewal term with Big Belly for existing equipment and deliverables, and enter into a new 96-month contract term with Big Belly for new units.

{\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 7.10 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
- 📎 Bigbelly Connect Extension Program
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7.6.
24-0485 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $108,373.07 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Natural Gas Account for natural gas expenses.

{\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 7.10 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
7.7.
24-0487 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $3,780 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Rental Buildings Account for the lease of conduit to carry Fire Alarm equipment.

{\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 7.10 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
7.8.
24-0489 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $493.08 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Fleet Motor Parts and Accessories Account for vehicle repair parts.

{\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 7.10 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
7.9.
24-0486 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $307.97 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Admin Postage Machine Rental Account for postage machine lease expenses.

{\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 7.10 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
7.10.
24-0488 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $224.67 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Bituminous Supplies Account for the purchase of asphalt.

{\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 7.10 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
7.11.
24-0474 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Charles D. Richardson to the position of Fire Captain.
7.12.
24-0502 Mayor's Communication Placed on file

Proclaiming that the City of Somerville recognizes the week of April 14-20, 2024 as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.
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
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8. Communications of City Officers
8.1.
24-0475 Officer's Communication Placed on file

Retirement Board notifying this City Council of a vote at the May 23, 2024 meeting regarding a 2024 Cost of Living Adjustment for eligible retirees.
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
- 📎 4-2024 COLA Notice to City
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9. New Business
9.1.
24-0505 License Approved

Renewing Billiards and Bowling License, Diesel Cafe, 257 Elm 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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Billiards Diesel 257 Elm
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9.2.
24-0506 License Approved

Renewing Drainlayer's License, J. Derenzo Co.

{\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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Drain J. Derenzo
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9.3.
24-0507 License Approved

Renewing Drainlayer's License, Jason Anthony 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\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Drain Jason Anthony
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9.4.
24-0508 License Approved

Renewing Drainlayer's License, Riccio Excavation.

{\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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Drain Riccio
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9.5.
24-0509 License Approved

Renewing Drainlayer's License, Spencer Contracting.

{\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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Drain Spencer
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9.6.
24-0510 License Approved

Renewing Drainlayer's License, Tri 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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Drain Tri
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9.7.
24-0511 License Approved

Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Domino, 201 Elm 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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Ext Hours Domino 201 Elm
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9.8.
24-0513 License Approved

Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Dumpling Garden, 273 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 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Ext Hours Dumpling 273 Broadway
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9.9.
24-0512 License Approved

Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Lemon Thai Cuisine, 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\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.28 and 10.16 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
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9.10.
24-0532 License Approved

Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, McDonalds, 14 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 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Ext Hours McDonalds 14 McGrath
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9.11.
24-0514 License Approved

Renewing Garage License, Aris Auto Inc, 3 Craigie 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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Garage Aris Auto 3 Craigie
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9.12.
24-0515 License Approved

Renewing Garage License, Mass Inspection, 712 Mystic 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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Garage Mass Inspection 712 Mystic
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9.13.
24-0516 License Approved

Renewing Garage License, Union Gulf Service LLC, 231 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 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Garage Union Gulf 231 Washington
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9.14.
24-0517 License Approved

Renewing Livery License, Boston Novelty Limo LLC, 333 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 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Livery Boston Novelty
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9.15.
24-0518 License Approved

Renewing Second Hand Dealer License, Kay Jewelers Outlet #2962, 360 Artisan 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\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Second Hand Kay 360 Artisan
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9.16.
24-0519 License Approved

Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Country Club Transportation Inc, Med. #5 7 8 10 11 12 13 46.

{\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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Taxi 5 7 8 10 11 12 13 46
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9.17.
24-0520 License Approved

Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Lochmere Taxi Inc, Med. #22 24 25 26 91.

{\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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Taxi 22 24 25 26 91
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9.18.
24-0521 License Approved

Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Green and Yellow Tnc of Somerville, Med. #27 36 37 38 53 54 67 68.

{\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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Taxi 27 36 37 38 53 54 67 68
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9.19.
24-0522 License Approved

Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Mount Pleasant Taxi Inc, Med. #30 39 40 41 42 43.

{\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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Taxi 30 39 40 41 42 43
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9.20.
24-0523 License Approved

Renewing Taxi Medallion License, God's Blessing Cab Inc, Med. #60.

{\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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Taxi 60
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9.21.
24-0524 License Approved

Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Charlie's Family LLC, Med. #80.

{\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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Taxi 80
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9.22.
24-0525 License Approved

Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Honey Cab Inc, Med. #82.

{\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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Taxi 82
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9.23.
24-0528 License Approved

Renewing Taxi Stand License, Green and Yellow Cab, 295 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 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Taxi Stand 295 Broadway
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9.24.
24-0526 License Approved

Renewing Taxi Stand License, Green and Yellow Cab, 1 Davis Sq.

{\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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Taxi Stand 1 Davis
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9.25.
24-0527 License Approved

Renewing Taxi Stand License, Green and Yellow Cab, 22-26 Union Sq.

{\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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 Taxi Stand 22 Union
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9.26.
24-0529 Public Event Approved

Friends of the Community Growing Center applying for a Public Event License for Earth Day: Pollinators, Plantings, and Possibilities on April 20 from 1pm to 5pm (raindate April 21).

{\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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 PE FCGC Earth Day 4-20
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9.27.
24-0530 Public Event Approved

Mayor's Office applying for a Public Event License for Civic Day on April 27 from 10am to 5pm.

{\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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 PE Civic Day 4-27
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9.28.
24-0531 Public Event Approved

Brian Tamm applying for a Public Event License for Independent Film Festival on May 1-6 from 10am to 12am.

{\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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 PE Independent Film 5-1
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9.29.
24-0493 Public Communication Placed on file

Chris Dwan submitting comments re: Urban Forestry Committee recommendations.
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
- 📎 Dwan - UFC Recommendations
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10. Supplemental Items
10.1.
24-0534 Order Approved and sent for discussion

That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management provide a report to the School Building Facilities and Maintenance Special Committee with a risk assessment identifying and analyzing major risks to projects the department is currently overseeing.

{\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 waived the readings of items 10.1 through 10.4 and referred then to the Special Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance.\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
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10.2.
24-0535 Order Approved and sent for discussion

That the Commissioner of Public Works and the Administration discuss with the School Building Facilities and Maintenance Special Committee, the status of science lab spaces at Somerville Public Schools and what is being done to safely reopen any closed lab features following a gas leak reported at the West Somerville Neighborhood School.

{\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 waived the readings of items 10.1 through 10.4 and referred then to the Special Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance.\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
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10.3.
24-0536 Order Approved and sent for discussion

That the Commissioner of Public Works discuss with the School Building Facilities and Maintenance Special Committee, the installation of a floor cover for the gymnasium at Somerville High School to prevent damage to the floor and to expand the gym’s usability to non-athletic events.

{\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 waived the readings of items 10.1 through 10.4 and referred then to the Special Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance.\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
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10.4.
24-0537 Order Approved and sent for discussion

That the Commissioner of Public Works report to the School Building Facilities and Maintenance Special Committee on the timeline and progress toward installing water and electrical access at the Benjamin G. Brown School schoolyard.

{\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 waived the readings of items 10.1 through 10.4 and referred then to the Special Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance.\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
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10.5.
24-0543 Ordinance Referred for recommendation

That Section 9-35 of the Code of Ordinances be amended to fulfill quorum requirements for the Wage Theft Advisory Committee.

{\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 explained that there are some inaccuracies listed in the ordinance with regard to membership and said that this item is an attempt to rectify that situation.\cf1\f1\par }
- 📎 04.11.24 CC Amendment Section 9-35 Wage Theft Advisory Committee Structure
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10.6.
24-0544 Order Approved and sent for discussion

That the Director of Parking update this Council on the timeline for citywide rollout of Safety Sticks, including which areas will be prioritized for enforcement.

{\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 that the city is now able to mail traffic violations due to the implementation of safety sticks, which take pictures of violations. A pilot program is being evaluated and he hopes that the program can be expanded to traffic \lquote hot spots\rquote 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
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10.7.
24-0545 Resolution Approved and sent for discussion

In Support of Surveillance Procurement Transparency.

{\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 the \kerning2 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Grant Program, whose funds were used by Somerville to procure Shot Spotter in 2014. \kerning0 Councilor Burnley related some data on the effectiveness of Shot Spotter and noted that there have been multiple instances where its notifications have been inaccurate, potentially resulting in a police response jeopardizing the safety of the public. He noted that \kerning2 UASI funds can be used for a wide variety of projects which would benefit the residents of the city and this resolution asks that the City Council enhance coordination with our Jurisdictional Point of Contact (JPOC) in order to ensure that requests made on behalf of the City align with its goals and values.\cf1\kerning0\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
10.8.
24-0546 Communication Placed on file

Conveying an outline of the history of Civil Service hires in 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\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin expressed his displeasure with the Mayor\rquote s intention to move forward with lateral hires and he feels that this does not help veterans since it lessens veterans\rquote preference. He sponsored Mike Jefferson and Steven Flythe to address the Council.\par Mr. Jefferson, President of Local 76 IAFF, said that it is important to know what lateral transfers could do. He told the Council that Local 76 is opposed to hiring 12 fire fighters for Assembly Square via the lateral transfer process, adding that there is a civil service list with Somerville residents and veterans on it, and that lateral hires would circumvent that list. The potential lateral transfer individuals already have jobs and pensions and would be taking jobs from Somerville residents. The union has urged the Administration for 2 years to begin hiring for Assembly Square, but the city drives the hiring process and the process is broken. Local 76 demands that the city call for the civil service list.\par Mr. Flythe, a resident who has been on the civil service list for firefighters for 2 years, said that he signed up and paid for the test and took the physical exam. He said that he cares about community and wants to encourage the city\rquote s younger population to apply for firefighting positions but noted that it\rquote s not promising under this policy.\par Councilor Strezo sponsored Matt Sullivan to address the Council. Mr. Sullivan, a Somerville firefighter and member of Local 76 said that the city is underestimating the time it will take to hire laterally and that it\rquote s missing out on employee pride by hiring 12 people who are looking for a raise. He spoke about seeing the pride his father has in being a Somerville firefighter and said that the candidates on the civil service list have that pride. He noted that his brother is on the civil service list and maintains residency here in Somerville.\par Councilor Clingan sponsored Henry Lima, who holds the #1 spot on the civil service list to speak. Mr. Lima said that he took the exam in 2014 and was bypassed for hiring in 2015. He fought the city over that bypass and was successful. He told the Council that he grew up here and went to school here. He commented that he has gotten support from many people in the Fire Department. He said that he thinks about the young people who may have their dreams smashed by the process. He said that the city knew it needed fire fighters for Assembly Square, and asked why it doesn\rquote t want to hire Somerville residents and/or veterans.\par Councilor McLaughlin related some of the historic problems with the city\rquote s hiring process through a presentation and went on to dispute various points of the Administration\rquote s memo about why lateral transfers are necessary. He commented that he thinks the city is doing this because hiring off the civil service list is hard. Councilor Clingan said lateral hiring is a convenience for the city and that the Council was sandbagged, which left him infuriated and disappointed. Councilor Wilson commented that it\rquote s a heavy lift to hire an entire company off the civil service list but worth it to do so. He noted that 5 of the top 8 people on the civil service list are disabled veterans, and this would kill their chances. He also pointed out that lateral transfers have to be approved by the city from which the transfer is leaving. Councilor Scott said that the city has a history of corrupt hiring practices. Councilor Davis stated that he thought the elimination of reserve lists would have ended this problem.\par \pard Liaison Hutter addressed the Council saying that staff is ready to talk on this matter, however the appropriate staff were unavailable tonight. President Ewen-Campen stated that it\rquote s not too late to for the Administration to reconsider the decision. Councilor Pineda-Neufeld commented that she was taken aback at how the decision was made without any input from the City Council.\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
- 📎 Lateral Hires presentation
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10.9.
24-0538 Officer's Communication Approved

City Solicitor requesting to appear in Executive Session to discuss item #24-0323, Mayor requesting approval to enter into a contract with outside legal counsel for the appeal of the Superior Court judgment against the Somerville Redevelopment Authority in the matter of the 90 Washington Street property at Cobble Hill.

{\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 The regular meeting was recessed at 9:14 PM to enter into Executive Session to discuss this item.\par \pard The regular meeting was reconvened at 9:39 PM.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
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10.10.
24-0533 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting the adoption of an Order of Taking for the acquisition of the parcels located at 508-512 Columbia Street for the creation of a new park and open space.

{\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 Director Galligani explained how the city came to purchase this parcel. Although this is a negotiated purchase for a friendly taking, this Order of Taking is required. Additional details are available in the April 9, 20024 Finance Committee Report. Councilor Scott said that he would have felt better about this if he had been involved in the process and he asked that there be more transparency when transactions of this magnitude occur in his ward.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 11 aye
- 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 NeufeldAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- 📎 Order of Taking 508-512 Columbia
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10.11.
24-0540 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

Requesting approval of a pedestrian access easement on Charlestown Place, approval of a grant of easements over certain alleys located in the D2.2 parcel, and approval of a grant of license from the City to Union Square RELP.

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10.12.
24-0541 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

Requesting approval of the Conveyance and Easement for Parcel D2.2 (Union Square) Civic Space Lot 2A.

{\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 10.11 and 10.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
10.13.
24-0542 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Michael Hendrix to the Urban Forestry Committee.
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
- 📎 Urban Forestry Application Complete_Hendrix
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10.14.
24-0547 Mayor's Request Approved

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Kay Mammo to the Fair Housing Commission.
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
- 📎 Kay Mammo Resume Redacted
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10.15.
24-0549 License Referred for recommendation

New Garage License, Mercedes Benz of Boston, 161 Linwood St, 0 vehicles inside, 25 vehicles outside for mechanical repairs, auto body work, and spray painting, Mon-Fri: 8am-6pm, Sat: 8am-2pm, Sun: closed.
- 📎 Garage Mercedes 161 Linwood
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10.16.
24-0548 Public Event Approved

Groundwork Somerville applying for a Public Event License for Earth Day: Pollinators, Planting, and Possibilities on April 20 from 9am to 2pm.

{\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 9.28 and 10.16 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
- 📎 PE Earth Day 4-20
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10.17.
24-0539 Public Communication Placed on file

Nolan Carrier submitting comments re: item #24-0455, an update on Police and Fire hiring.
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
- 📎 Carrier - Lateral Transfers
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12. Adjournment