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Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 7 PM

City Council Chamber and Remote Participation

This meeting has happened. Minutes are final.

What happened

126 items of legislation were taken up.

  • 88 approved
  • 19 referred for recommendation
  • 10 placed on file
  • 6 approved and sent for discussion
  • 2 work completed
  • 1 laid on the table

Agenda 126 items

Notices from the agenda

NOTICE: This is NOT the official version of the City Council's minutes. While reasonable efforts have been made to assure the accuracy of the data provided, do not rely on this information without first checking with the City Clerk.

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Ward Three City Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen. The City Council entered Executive Session at 8:21 PM and returned at 9:46 PM.

The meeting was Adjourned at 10:07 PM on a roll call vote of 9 in favor (McLaughlin, Davis, Wilson, Sait, Scott, Burnley, Strezo, Pineda Neufeld, Ewen-Campen), 0 opposed, 2 absent (Mbah, Clingan).

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Published May 21, 2024, 2:45 PM, Revised Published May 23, 2024, 12:15 PM.

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  1. 1. Opening Ceremonies
  2. 1.1.
    24-0800 Roll Call Placed on file

    Call of the Roll.

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  3. 1.2.
    24-0801 Remembrances Approved

    Remembrances.

  4. 1.3.
    24-0802 Minutes Approved

    Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 25, 2024.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  5. 2. Citations
  6. 3. Public Hearings
  7. 4. Orders, Ordinances, Resolutions and Motions of Members
  8. 4.1.
    24-0788 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That this Council discuss how the lapse in consistent mail delivery in Somerville has affected municipal bill collection, reports of bills not received, or accounts marked delinquent.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  9. 4.2.
    24-0789 Resolution Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Postmaster share recent and ongoing efforts to adequately staff postal carrier routes and communicate any steps taken to address Post Office staff shortages in Somerville.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  10. 4.3.
    24-0787 Communication Placed on file

    Conveying a report of the Children's Cabinet.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  11. 4.4.
    24-0790 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Engineering appear before the Committee on Land Use to discuss how required electrical equipment can modify the plans for already-approved new developments, such as at 379 Somerville Avenue.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Ewen-Campen commented that a new apartment building is being built in his ward and that two neighborhood meetings were held. He said that 30% of the street side of the building has a piece of electrical equipment present and he\rquote s concerned because he doesn\rquote t know if this will be seen on all new buildings. Councilor Scott stated that there are underground solutions for these pads and he doesn\rquote t think they have to be above ground.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  12. 4.5.
    24-0791 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Mobility begin a public process to determine how to manage traffic issues on Benton Road in light of the upcoming change of Central Street to a one-way from Summer Street to Highland Avenue.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Ewen-Campen stated that traffic on this part of Central Street is slated to change around June 10th. He pointed out that Benton Road is a 2-way street with parking on 1 side. He spoke to the Mobility Department several times about the traffic problems on Benton Road and he would like a solution and a public process to discuss options.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  13. 5. Unfinished Business
  14. 6. Reports of Committees
  15. 6.A. Equity, Gender, Families and Vulnerable Populations Committee
  16. 6.A.1.
    24-0703 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations, meeting on May 15, 2024.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Strezo summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported that a public hearing was held to hear from residents about water and sewer bills. Another Public Hearing will be held by the Water and Sewer Department on May 29, 2024 at 6:00 PM regarding the setting of the new water and sewer rates. That meeting will be held in the Water and Sewer Department\rquote s conference room at 15 Franey Road.\cf1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  17. 6.A.2.
    24-0477 Order Work completed

    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.

  18. 6.A.3.
    24-0717 Resolution Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Administration address its plan to prevent displacement in relation to water and sewer bills.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  19. 6.A.4.
    24-0718 Resolution Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Administration report to this Council the plans for the committed and unspent American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dollars and how much, if any, can be spent on current and future water and sewer bill relief for residents.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  20. 6.B. Finance Committee
  21. 6.B.1.
    24-0705 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on May 21, 2024.

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    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  22. 6.B.2.
    24-0627 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $32,695 using available funds in the Parks and Recreation Building Rental account for portable invoices.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  23. 6.B.3.
    24-0643 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to accept and expend a $50,000 grant with no new match required from Home Energy Efficiency Team, Inc. to the Office of Sustainability and Environment for a feasibility study to identify potential locations for geothermal networks.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  24. 6.B.4.
    24-0644 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting authorization to borrow $3,010,000 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for the recurring FY 2024 Building Improvements program.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  25. 6.B.5.
    24-0654 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to use available funds in the City Clerk Salaries account in the amount of $1,913.40 to fund a Legislative Services Manager position.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  26. 6.B.6.
    24-0655 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting the appropriation of $250,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance (“Free Cash”) to the Law Department Legal Services Account for anticipated outside legal counsel invoices.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  27. 6.B.7.
    24-0660 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $70 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Fleet Division R&M Vehicles account for vehicle inspection invoices.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  28. 6.B.8.
    24-0661 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $7,075 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Buildings Division Rental Buildings account for portable restroom rental services.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  29. 6.B.9.
    24-0666 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to accept and expend a $28,000 grant with no new match required, from Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection to the Department of Public Works for the Recycle Dividend Program.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  30. 6.B.10.
    24-0668 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval of a transfer of $80,000 from the Department of Public Works (DPW) Lights & Lines accounts to the DPW Grounds Professional and Technical account to cover year-end grounds maintenance expenses.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  31. 6.B.11.
    24-0669 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to accept and expend an up to $60,000 grant with no new match required, from the Low Income Housing Water Assistance Program through the City of Cambridge to the Water and Sewer Department for income eligible ratepayers who are directly billed for their service(s) and who have an arrearage.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  32. 6.C. Legislative Matters Committee
  33. 6.C.1.
    24-0704 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on May 20, 2024.

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    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  34. 6.D. Licenses and Permits Committee
  35. 6.D.1.
    24-0706 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on May 22, 2024.

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    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  36. 6.D.2.
    24-0609 License Approved

    New Extended Operating Hours License, Eat Greek Gyros, 215 Elm St, for in-store, take-out, and delivery services until 2am.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  37. 6.D.3.
    24-0635 License Approved

    New Extended Operating Hours License, Papa John's, 622 Somerville Ave, opening Sun-Thur until 1am, Fri-Sat until 2am for takeout and delivery services.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  38. 6.D.4.
    24-0692 License Approved

    New Garage License, BRE-BMR Assembly Innovation I LLC, 122 Assembly Park Drive, 306 vehicles inside, 0 vehicles outside for charging money to store vehicles and operating a tow, operating 7 days a week 24 hours.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  39. 6.E. Rodent Issues Special Committee
  40. 6.E.1.
    24-0702 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Special Committee on Rodent Issues, meeting on May 14, 2024.

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    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  41. 6.E.2.
    24-0663 Order Work completed

    That the Environmental Health Coordinator appear before the Special Committee on Rodent Issues to present the 2024 Integrated Pest Management Plan.

  42. 7. Communications of the Mayor
  43. 7.1.
    24-0786 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting that this Council convene in Executive Session to receive an update on the status of collective bargaining negotiations with all municipal bargaining 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\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 The Council entered into Executive Session at 8:21 PM to discuss this item.\par \pard The Council reconvened in open session at 9:46 PM. President Ewen-Campen stated that no votes were taken in Executive Session other than the vote to adjourn.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAbsent
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  44. 7.2.
    24-0656 Mayor's Request Laid on the table

    Requesting approval of a conveyance and grant of easement for Leonard Grimes Park at 31 Tufts 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\cf1\f0\fs24 President Ewen-Campen informed the Council that the Administration has requested that this item be tabled until the net regular City Council meeting. Councilor McLaughlin commented that he wants additional information on this item, as it is in his ward.\f1\par }

  45. 7.3.
    24-0720 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval to execute the Third Amendment to the lease agreement with Dana Family Series, LLC, for the Grove Street parking lot, through June 30, 2025.

    {\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 7.3 through 7.15 and 8.2, and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }

  46. 7.4.
    24-0767 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval to settle a claim for $7,182 pursuant to Section 2-124 of the Code of Ordinances.

    {\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 7.3 through 7.15 and 8.2, and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }

  47. 7.5.
    24-0681 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval of a transfer of $40,000 from the Kennedy Pool Electricity Account to the Kennedy Pool Salaries & Wages Temporary Account to increase employees for programs.

    {\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 7.3 through 7.15 and 8.2, and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }

  48. 7.6.
    24-0768 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval of a transfer of $7,182 from the Unemployment Compensation account to the Law Department Judgments and Settlements account to settle a pending claim.

    {\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 7.3 through 7.15 and 8.2, and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }

  49. 7.7.
    24-0773 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval to accept and expend a $100,000 grant with no new match required, from the MA Department of Conservation and Recreation to the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development Mobility Division for traffic safety improvements at the Alewife Brook Parkway and Broadway intersection.

    {\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 7.3 through 7.15 and 8.2, and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }

  50. 7.8.
    24-0774 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval to accept and expend a $75,000 grant with no new match required, from the MA Department of Conservation and Recreation to the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development Public Space and Urban Forestry Division for a multi-use trail at Blessing of the Bay park.

    {\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 7.3 through 7.15 and 8.2, and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }

  51. 7.9.
    24-0772 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval to accept and expend a $60,067 grant with no new match required, from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security to the Police Department for the traffic safety 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 7.3 through 7.15 and 8.2, and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }

  52. 7.10.
    24-0775 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval to accept and expend a $3,000 grant with no new match required, from the Barr Foundation to the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development Mobility Division for the National Association of City Transportation Officials Designing Cities 2024 Conference Registration.

    {\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 7.3 through 7.15 and 8.2, and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }

  53. 7.11.
    24-0719 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval to accept a gift valued at $18,000, from Boston's Office of Emergency Management to the Department of Public Works for a generator.

    {\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 7.3 through 7.15 and 8.2, and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }

  54. 7.12.
    24-0785 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $4,120 using available funds in the Police Department Professional and Technical account for random drug screening and breath alcohol testing.

    {\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 7.3 through 7.15 and 8.2, and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }

  55. 7.13.
    24-0697 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $385 using available funds in the Department of Racial and Social Justice Professional and Technical Services Account for transcription services.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.3 through 7.15 and 8.2, and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }

  56. 7.14.
    24-0698 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $250 using available funds in the Department of Racial and Social Justice Professional and Technical Services Account for translation/interpretation services.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.3 through 7.15 and 8.2, and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }

  57. 7.15.
    24-0784 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $199.99 using available funds in the Police Department In Service Training account for public relations training for first responders.

    {\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 7.3 through 7.15 and 8.2, and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }

  58. 7.16.
    24-0712 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Ellen Ellis to the Council on Aging.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.16 through 7.25 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  59. 7.17.
    24-0713 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Tania Medeiros Romanoff to the Council on Aging.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.16 through 7.25 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  60. 7.18.
    24-0714 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Brad Bortner to the Council on Aging.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.16 through 7.25 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  61. 7.19.
    24-0777 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Sari Kayyali to the Bicycle 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 Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.16 through 7.25 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  62. 7.20.
    24-0778 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Amanda Rychel to the Bicycle 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 Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.16 through 7.25 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  63. 7.21.
    24-0779 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Maria Salim to the Bicycle 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 Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.16 through 7.25 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  64. 7.22.
    24-0780 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Adrienne Agarwal to the Bicycle 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 Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.16 through 7.25 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  65. 7.23.
    24-0781 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Katharine Lange to the Bicycle 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 Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.16 through 7.25 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  66. 7.24.
    24-0782 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Kathryne Benesh to the Bicycle 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 Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.16 through 7.25 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  67. 7.25.
    24-0783 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Paul Morgan to the Bicycle 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 Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.16 through 7.25 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  68. 7.26.
    24-0693 Mayor's Communication Referred for recommendation

    Conveying the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for exterior cameras at fire stations.

  69. 8. Communications of City Officers
  70. 8.1.
    24-0696 Officer's Communication Approved

    City Clerk requesting confirmation of the appointment of Madalyn Letellier to the position of Legislative Services Manager.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  71. 8.2.
    24-0798 Officer's Communication Referred for recommendation

    City Clerk submitting recommendations for adjustments to certain fees charged by the City Clerk’s Office, effective July 1, 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 moved to waive the readings of items 7.3 through 7.15 and 8.2, and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }

  72. 8.3.
    24-0799 Officer's Communication Placed on file

    Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning & Community Development reporting on recent workshops on housing development and filling office and life science spaces.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Director Galligani gave a presentation about unlocking housing production and filling lab space. He explained that new developments have brought revenue to the city, however, there is a slowdown in filling life science spaces, and he noted that post-pandemic effects are being felt locally. The pace of real estate growth has slowed and the costs for developing new housing keeps rising. The project at 15 McGrath Highway is currently on pause and he\rquote s hoping that the project at 299 Broadway will work out. To get ahead of any potential problems, workshops were held with several interested parties to understand housing production issues. In many areas, rents have flattened on average, squeezing margins for developers. The cost of land remains high and projects that were viable a few years ago are now being lost. Director Galligani said that the pace of new construction may slow, and the real estate market will become cutthroat as high interest rates lead to companies reserving their cash.\par Some possible solutions include zoning relief, permit relief, tax relief, temporary changes for inclusionary housing, adjusting linage fees, increasing the use of vouchers and exploring new finance approaches. Director Galligani stated that there are 2 million square feet of space that will probably remain vacant and that Kendall Square remains the center of the Life Sciences industry. The cost for such space in Somerville has exceeded that of Kendall Square and it\rquote s now less expensive to rent space in Boston than in Somerville. He spoke about possible solutions for commercial leasing, including addressing the cost differential, expanding marketing to the Life Science industry, and exploring workforce development collaborations. The next steps would be to engage the City Council, evaluate and refine ideas, and return to the Council with proposals and opportunities. Director Galligani is confident that the problem can be solved by working together.\par Councilor Burnley stated that he is not in favor of reducing inclusionary minimums and said that the city should look in areas where it does not have a competitive advantage. Councilor Wilson inquired about a financing program for new housing and Director Galligani explained that it would be through Mass Housing and that more information will be available when the program launches. Councilor Wilson asked about changes to inclusionary housing and the Director replied that, with more flexibility, more and larger family units could be built, but that would reduce the overall numbers of affordable housing units. Councilor Davis stated that he hesitates to embrace the challenge using zoning because zoning is a long-term tool and he believes that this is a short-term challenge that the city can get through. He attended one of the workshops and noted that the concern brought up the most was taxes and that doing business in Somerville is costlier than other places.\par Councilor Strezo inquired about opportunity zones and Director Galligani explained that those zones are federally designated and will be expiring in the near future. A benefit of opportunity zones is that capital gains taxes can be delayed or avoided. Councilor Strezo vehemently stated that she does not agree with adjusting commercial linkage fees nor does she support tweaking inclusionary numbers. The Director explained that Section 8 and other voucher programs are difficult to target and project-based vouchers are scarce and it\rquote s hard to get enough of them to bring to a specific project. Councilor Pineda Neufeld asked if Somerville is the most expensive regionally and the Director replied that our permit fees are higher than our peers, and in some cases, exceptionally higher. Councilor McLaughlin also participated in the workshops and said that housing is an important part of addressing the lab space situation. He stated that he was firm in not reducing inclusionary numbers but indicated his willingness to do some other things, possibly with zoning. He inquired about tax incremental financing and the City Council\rquote s place in that process and Director Galligani said that the city would use the same approach as it did for 299 Broadway, i.e., review what is necessary to get the project started and bring it to the City Council. \par Councilor Scott said he was glad to hear that the city is starting to be concerned with holes in the ground and he asked why the city would want to offer incentives for major projects. He asked where the affordable housing units that were supposed to be built with Federal Realty\rquote s PILOT funds are. He said that the city is dependent on developer revenue to meet its basic needs and he asked why the vacant property ordinance isn\rquote t being enforced. He said that he believes that there are approaches the city could take. He also mentioned the shameful mismanagement of the Water and Sewer Department.\par \pard Councilor Wilson pointed out that there have been 1,900 layoffs so far this year from the biotech industry in Cambridge. Director Galligani commented that we overbuilt as a region, but that there are signs that a rebound is starting. President Ewen-Campen doesn\rquote t want to see the city make rash decisions and he\rquote s confident that inclusionary rates will not change. He asked how climate tech space figures in, and the Director replied that if prices come down, then properties will be repurposed. President Ewen-Campen asked about the earlier comment about rents flattening and Director Galligani noted that developers are saying that, but it\rquote s not a reality for people in Somerville.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  73. 9. New Business
  74. 9.1.
    24-0721 License Approved

    New Drainlayer's License, N&M Excavating.

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  75. 9.2.
    24-0722 License Approved

    Renewing Drainlayer's License, Borges Sewer & Drain 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  76. 9.3.
    24-0723 License Approved

    Renewing Drainlayer's License, Kealey Excavation Corporation.

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  77. 9.4.
    24-0724 License Approved

    Renewing Drainlayer's License, McCourt Construction.

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  78. 9.5.
    24-0725 License Approved

    Renewing Drainlayer's License, McGue Excavating LLC.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  79. 9.6.
    24-0726 License Approved

    Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Pepi's Pizzeria, 516B Medford 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  80. 9.7.
    24-0793 License Referred for recommendation

    New Flammables License, Building 2 Owner LLC, 808 Windsor Street, storing 3,549 gallons.

  81. 9.8.
    24-0733 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  82. 9.9.
    24-0728 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables License, BBS Services, 45 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  83. 9.10.
    24-0735 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables License, Boston Closet Company, 229 Lowell St.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  84. 9.11.
    24-0729 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables License, Broadway Gulf, 212 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  85. 9.12.
    24-0730 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables License, Broadway Sunoco, 258 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  86. 9.13.
    24-0741 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables License, Evocative, 50 Inner Belt Rd.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  87. 9.14.
    24-0732 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables License, Hillside Auto Repair, Inc., 583 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  88. 9.15.
    24-0739 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables License, Keolis Commuter Services, LLC, 23R Inner Belt Rd.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  89. 9.16.
    24-0744 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables License, Keolis Commuter Services, LLC, 70 R Third 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  90. 9.17.
    24-0745 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables License, Keolis Commuter Services, LLC, 132 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  91. 9.18.
    24-0736 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables License, Mercedes Benz of Boston, 259 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  92. 9.19.
    24-0740 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables License, Metropolitan Pipe and Supply Company, 30 Inner Belt Rd.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  93. 9.20.
    24-0742 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables License, Pearl Street Auto Sales, 182 Pearl 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  94. 9.21.
    24-0727 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables License, Sam's Gas & 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  95. 9.22.
    24-0743 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables License, Silicon PropCo 2021, LLC, 101 South 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  96. 9.23.
    24-0737 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables License, Somerville Mobil, 360 Medford 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  97. 9.24.
    24-0731 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables License, Trum Field Sunoco, 541 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  98. 9.25.
    24-0734 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables License, U-Haul of Boston, 151 Linwood 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  99. 9.26.
    24-0738 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables License, U-Haul Company of Boston, 600 Mystic Valley Pkwy.

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  100. 9.27.
    24-0747 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  101. 9.28.
    24-0746 License Approved

    Renewing Flammables License, Valvoline Instant Oil Change AB0001, 182 Washington St.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  102. 9.29.
    24-0748 License Approved

    Renewing Garage License, Sullivan Tire, 263 Beacon 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  103. 9.30.
    24-0749 License Approved

    Renewing Garage License, Teele Square Auto, 1284 Broadway.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  104. 9.31.
    24-0750 License Approved

    Renewing Garage License, U-Haul of Boston, 151 Linwood 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  105. 9.32.
    24-0766 License Approved

    Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Cinema Taxi Inc, Med. #16 58.

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  106. 9.33.
    24-0792 Public Event Approved

    Jodee Frias applying for a Public Event License for Tufts University Graduate Student Council 28th Annual 5K Charity Race on May 25 from 8am to 1:30pm (raindate May 27).

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  107. 9.34.
    24-0751 Public Event Approved

    Alexandra Weiner applying for a Public Event License for Calvin Street BP on May 26 from 10am to 8pm (raindate May 27).

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  108. 9.35.
    24-0752 Public Event Approved

    Veterans Department applying for a Public Event License for Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony on May 27 from 9am to 11:30am.

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  109. 9.36.
    24-0794 Public Event Approved

    Stephanie Galaitsi applying for a Public Event License for Josephine Ave BP and Mural Painting on June 1 from 7am to 2pm (raindate June 2).

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  110. 9.37.
    24-0795 Public Event Approved

    Tracy Wilson applying for a Public Event License for Walker St/Leonard St BP on June 1 from 2pm to 7pm (raindate June 2).

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  111. 9.38.
    24-0796 Public Event Approved

    Rachel Powe applying for a Public Event License for Leonard St/Walker St BP on June 1 from 2pm to 8pm (raindate June 2).

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  112. 9.39.
    24-0753 Public Event Approved

    Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for Nepali Culture Fest on June 1 from 2:30pm to 9:30pm (raindate June 8).

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  113. 9.40.
    24-0754 Public Event Approved

    Marla Wessland applying for a Public Event License for Wallace Street BP on June 1 from 3:30pm to 9:30pm (raindate June 2).

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  114. 9.41.
    24-0755 Public Event Approved

    Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for SomerStreets: Carnaval on June 2 from 12pm to 8pm (raindate June 9).

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  115. 9.42.
    24-0797 Public Event Approved

    Todd Kaplan applying for a Public Event License for Todd Kaplan Birthday Party on June 2 from 1pm to 5pm (raindate June 16).

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  116. 9.43.
    24-0756 Public Event Approved

    Rishika Dhawan applying for a Public Event License for CultureHouse Union Square BP on June 2 from 2pm to 8:30pm (raindate June 9).

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  117. 9.44.
    24-0757 Public Event Approved

    Bow Market applying for a Public Event License for Annual Curated Vintage Market on June 2 and October 13 from 9am to 9pm (raindates June 9 and October 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  118. 9.45.
    24-0758 Public Event Approved

    Family Bike Ride/Community Pedal Power applying for a Public Event License for Family Bike Ride River Ride on June 8 from 11am to 11:30am (raindate June 9).

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  119. 9.46.
    24-0759 Public Event Approved

    Ann Peralta applying for a Public Event License for Warwick St. BP on June 9 from 2pm to 8pm (raindates June 15 and June 16).

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  120. 9.47.
    24-0760 Public Event Approved

    Matt Timmins applying for a Public Event License for Upper Bartlett BP on June 15 from 1pm to 10pm (raindate June 16).

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  121. 9.48.
    24-0761 Public Event Approved

    Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for Big Gay Dance Party on June 22 from 3pm to 9pm (raindate June 23).

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  122. 9.49.
    24-0762 Public Event Approved

    Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for Fourth of July Celebration on June 27 from 1pm to 11pm (raindate June 28).

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  123. 9.50.
    24-0763 Public Event Approved

    Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for ArtBeat: Wild on July 13 from 8am to 11pm (raindate July 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  124. 9.51.
    24-0764 Public Event Approved

    Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for SomerStreets: Strike up the Bands on August 4 from 12pm to 8pm.

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  125. 9.52.
    24-0765 Public Event Approved

    Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for Yart Sale on August 10 from 11:30am to 7pm (raindate August 11).

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  126. 9.53.
    24-0701 Public Communication Referred for recommendation

    Green Cab Company, Inc. requesting an increase in the taxicab meter rate to $3.80 for the first 1/8 of a mile, $0.50 for each additional 1/8 of a mile and $32 per hour waiting time.

  127. 9.54.
    24-0695 Public Communication Placed on file

    Graham Davidson submitting comments re: residential exemption.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  128. 9.55.
    24-0699 Public Communication Placed on file

    Jeff Kaufman submitting comments re: Section 7-153 of the Code of Ordinances.

    {\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 9.55 through 9.57 and Place them on File.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  129. 9.56.
    24-0700 Public Communication Placed on file

    Robert Bao submitting comments re: portable toilets at PorchFest.

    {\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 9.55 through 9.57 and Place them on File.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  130. 9.57.
    24-0715 Public Communication Placed on file

    Mark Niedergang submitting comments re: item #24-0641, a Zoning Map Amendment for the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA).

    {\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 9.55 through 9.57 and Place them on File.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  131. 10. Supplemental Items
  132. 10.1.
    24-0803 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Matthew Kane to the position of Fire Lieutenant.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 10.1 and 10.2 and refer them to the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee.\cf1\f1\par }

  133. 10.2.
    24-0804 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Michael Finnegan to the position of Fire Lieutenant.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 10.1 and 10.2 and refer them to the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee.\cf1\f1\par }

  134. 10.3.
    24-0810 Mayor's Communication Placed on file

    Proclaiming April 2024 to be Arab American Heritage Month.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  135. 10.4.
    24-0812 Mayor's Communication Placed on file

    Proclaiming May 2024 to be Jewish American Heritage Month.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  136. 10.5.
    24-0807 Public Event Approved

    Jamie Gouger applying for a Public Event License for Garcia Hand Picked Bertha Pop Up on June 7 from 1pm to 8pm (raindate June 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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  137. 10.6.
    24-0808 Public Event Approved

    Nicole Girouard applying for a Public Event License for Classical Ideal: Celebrating Artistic Heritage of the Classical World on June 8 from 12pm to 4pm (raindate June 9).

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  138. 10.7.
    24-0806 Public Event Approved

    Economic Development applying for a Public Event License for Gilman Park Community Event on June 15 through September 30 from 7am to 10pm.

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  139. 10.8.
    24-0809 Public Event Approved

    Daniel Wong applying for a Public Event License for Spring Oak Bolton Houghton BP on June 15 from 1pm to 6pm (raindate June 16).

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  140. 10.9.
    24-0811 Public Event Approved

    Department of Racial and Social Justice applying for a Public Event License for Juneteenth Flag Raising on June 18 from 10am to 1pm (raindate June 17).

    {\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 9.6, 9.8 through 9.46, 9.48 through 9.52 and 10.5 through 10.9 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  141. 10.10.
    24-0805 Public Communication Placed on file

    Aaron Weber submitting comments re: density bonus.

    Roll call: 9 aye · 2 absent
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Wilfred N. MbahAbsent
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Jesse ClinganAbsent
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
  142. 11. Adjournment