Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 7 PM
City Council Chamber and Remote Participation
This meeting has happened. Minutes are final.
What happened
107 items of legislation were taken up.
- 39 approved
- 28 referred for recommendation
- 19 placed on file
- 13 approved and sent for discussion
- 4 withdrawn
- 3 placed on file and sent for discussion
- 1 ordinance ordained
Agenda 107 items
Notices from the agenda
The meeting was called to order at 7:03 PM by Ward Six City Councilor Lance L. Davis. The City Council entered Executive Session at 8:04 PM and returned at 9:10 PM.
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 Adjourned at 10:32 PM on a roll call vote of 10 in favor (Wilson, Ewen-Campen, Scott, McLaughlin, Burnley, Sait, Strezo, Clingan, Mbah, Davis), 0 opposed.
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Published August 26, 2025, 12:30 PM, Revised Published August 28, 2025, 11:45 AM.
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- 1. Opening Ceremonies
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1.1.
Call of the Roll.
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1.2.
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1.3.
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 26, 2025.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- 2. Citations
- 3. Public Hearings
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3.1.
Cambridge Network Solutions applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 88 feet of conduit in South Street, from Manhole 44/464 to a point of pickup at an existing manhole at the intersection of South Street and Earle Street.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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3.2.
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of approximately 49 feet of conduit in Howard Street, from Utility Pole 183/1 to a point of pickup at 29 Thorndike Street.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- 4. Orders, Ordinances, Resolutions and Motions of Members
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4.1.
In his capacity as President, conveying this Council's updated Standing and Special Committee assignments and Commission appointments for 2025.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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4.2.
That the Director of Mobility appear before this Council to discuss how the city may apply for the state’s Microtransit and Last Mile Program grant which is being funded through the FY 2025 Supplemental Education and Transportation Funds (ETF) budget.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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4.3.
That the Director of Emergency Management and Mayor inform City Councilors in real time when emergency events are occurring in the city, such as fires or emergency evacuations.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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4.4.
That the Mayor commit to and provide funds for installing a winter ice sheet for the 2025-2026 season at Founder’s Rink for all Somerville residents to engage in winter activities such as hockey, curling, free skate, etc.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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4.5.
That the Administration direct all relevant departments, including Health and Human Services, to appear before this City Council to discuss and update on current unhoused outreach efforts.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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4.6.
Calling on MassHealth to enforce existing administrative regulations and statutory authority pertaining to the provision of Applied Behavioral Analysis services.
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Roll call: 9 aye · 1 recused
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganRecused
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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4.7.
That the Director of Finance provide a comprehensive accounting of all stabilization accounts that have remained unspent for three or more fiscal years and provide a report for each fund.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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4.8.
That the Director of Economic Development provide a report to this Council on the impact of Greentown Labs, including job creation, local economic activity, community engagement initiatives, climate and sustainability contributions, and equity and inclusion outcomes.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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4.9.
That the Director of Parks and Recreation install a clock on top of the Dilboy Pool building.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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4.10.
That Somerville establish a sister-city relationship with Pryluky, Ukraine.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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4.11.
Conveying a report of the Affordable Housing Trust Fund.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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4.12.
Conveying a report of the Job Creation and Retention Trust Fund.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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4.13.
That the Director of Health and Human Services create a summer job in the Mayor's Jobs Program by which youth can travel by bike to water public trees around the city.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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4.14.
That the Director of Mobility install a left turn signal for vehicles turning left from Somerville Avenue onto Bow Street.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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4.15.
That the Mayor explain to this Council why the community process for a redesigned Highland Avenue appears to have been postponed indefinitely, despite repeated statements that it was to begin during summer 2025, including the introductory statement on the city's dedicated "Highland Ave Redesign" website.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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4.16.
That the Director of Mobility update this Council on when the speed limit signage and NO MOTORIZED VEHICLES signage will be installed along the Community Path and at its entrances.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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4.17.
That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management update this Council on when the school buildings maintenance project website will be available to the public.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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4.18.
That the Commissioner of Public Works clear the overgrowth on the sidewalk at 19 Elm Street and that the Director of Inspectional Services cite the property owner accordingly.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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4.19.
That the Administration release the report on the School Department composting pilot program and that the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on any plans to re-introduce composting in the schools.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- 5. Unfinished Business
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5.1.
Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Sections 7-64, 7-65 and 7-68 of the Code of Ordinances to reduce displacement of tenants and update relocation payments.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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5.2.
Dan Casparriello submitting comments re: item #25-1044, amendments to Sections 7-64 and 7-65 of the Code of Ordinances to reduce displacement of tenants and update relocation payments.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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5.3.
The Somerville Chamber of Commerce submitting comments re: item #25-1044, amendments to Sections 7-64 and 7-65 of the Code of Ordinances to reduce displacement of tenants and update relocation payments.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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5.4.
John M. (Jack) Connolly submitting comments re: item #25-1044, amendments to Sections 7-64 and 7-65 of the Code of Ordinances to reduce displacement of tenants and update relocation payments.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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5.5.
Fernando Bento and Niranjan Gawli submitting comments re: item #25-1044, amendments to Sections 7-64 and 7-65 of the Code of Ordinances to reduce displacement of tenants and update relocation payments.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- 6. Reports of Committees
- 7. Communications of the Mayor
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7.1.
Requesting that this Council convene in Executive Session to discuss techniques for incentivizing tenant recruitment to vacant laboratory space.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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7.2.
Requesting approval to appropriate $1,238,000 from the Open Space Stabilization Fund to pay additional costs of purchasing the parcel of land known as 217 Somerville Avenue (Ken Kelly Park).
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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7.3.
Requesting approval to appropriate $591,190 from the Capital Stabilization Fund for Information Technology equipment relating to workstation setups, network devices, and other hardware.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Information Technology Director David Goodridge explained why the funds are needed and Director of Intergovernmental Affairs Neha Singh told the members that a related memo is on the city\rquote s website as part of the budget book.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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7.4.
Requesting approval to appropriate $73,750 from the Salary & Wage Stabilization Fund to the Department of Public Works School Custodians Other Lump Sum Payments Account to fund the retrospective portion of a Memorandum of Agreement with the Service Employees International Union Local 3 - School Custodians.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Labor Counsel Matt Sirigu explained that the funds will be used to fund a negotiated wage boost for FY 2025.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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7.5.
Requesting approval to appropriate $56,601 from the Salary & Wage Stabilization Fund to the Non-Contributory Pension Account to fund an increased pension amount.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.6.
Requesting the appropriation of $2,630,071 from the Community Preservation Act Affordable Housing Reserve to the Affordable Housing Trust.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.7.
Requesting the appropriation of $240,664.10 from the Receipts Reserved-Transportation Network Company Revenue Fund to the Transportation Network Company Special Revenue Fund for Vision Zero safety efforts.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.8.
Requesting approval of a transfer of $448,180 from the Salary Contingency account to various departmental Salaries accounts to fund FY 2026 Non-Union employee step increases.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Director Mastrobuoni explained that the funds are needed to effectuate the step raises that were previously approved during the FY 2026 budget process.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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7.9.
Requesting approval of a transfer of $5,777 from the Police Overtime Account to the Police Grant Match Account for the FY 2025 Shannon Grant match requirement.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.10.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $1,100,000 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission to the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development and Police Department for the development of the Union Square Plaza and Streetscape Phase 1.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.11.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $212,842.26 grant with no new match required, from the Metropolitan Area Planning Council to the Health and Human Services Department for a Shared Services Coordinator and a Clinical Community Health Worker.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.12.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $128,500 grant with no new match required, from the Boston Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for target hardening at the Police Department headquarters.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.13.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $55,000 grant with no new match required, from the Department of Mental Health to the Police Department for Crisis Intervention Training and technical assistance for personnel and program expenses.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.14.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $10,000 grant with no new match required, from the Department of Mental Health to the Police Department for Jail Diversion Program personnel expenses.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.15.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $19,188.01 using available funds in the Information Technology Maintenance Software and Computer Equipment Accounts for monitoring software and Uninterruptible Power Supply hardware.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.16.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $8,748.66 using available funds in the Police Department Maintenance Software, Professional & Technical Services, and In-State Travel accounts for various items.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.17.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $4,015 using available funds in the Human Resources Professional and Technical Services Account for medical screening services.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.18.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $1,497.50 using available funds in the Communications Department Food Supplies & Refreshment Account for Civic Day event food.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.19.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $925 using available funds in the Parks & Recreation Equipment Rental Account for equipment rentals during Family Fun Day event.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.20.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $840 using available funds in the Communications Department Food Supplies & Refreshment Account for Slice of the City events pizza orders.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.21.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $323.75 using available funds in the CityTV R&M - Audio/Visual Equipment Account for on-site engineering services and travel expenses.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.22.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $100.08 using available funds in the Human Resources Professional and Technical Services Account for confidential shredding services.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.23.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $98.39 using available funds in the Parks & Recreation Athletic Supplies Account for tag belts for a teen flag football program.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.24.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $91.62 using available funds in the Office of Immigrant Affairs Neighborhood Improvement Council Account for snacks for Community Get Together event.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.25.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $71.88 using available funds in the Emergency Management Office Supplies Account for office supplies.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.26.
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $25.69 using available funds in the Emergency Management Office Supplies Account for office supplies.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.5 through 7.7 and 7.9 through 7.26 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\cf1\f1\par }
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7.27.
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Olivia Mobayed to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
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7.28.
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Suzanne Warner to the Urban Forestry Committee.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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7.29.
Conveying an update regarding work completed during Summer 2025 on Somerville Public Schools buildings.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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7.30.
Conveying an update on the status of the charter for the City of Somerville.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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7.31.
Proclaiming that the week of September 12 through September 21, 2025 is Welcoming Week.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Mayor Ballantyne spoke about the proclamation, saying it\rquote s about courage at a time when some voices try to divide us and she stated that \ldblquote welcoming\rdblquote in Somerville is a year-round event.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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7.32.
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7.33.
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7.34.
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7.35.
- 8. Communications of City Officers
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8.1.
City Clerk requesting approval of her Public Official's Bond.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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8.2.
Licensing Commission requesting the acceptance of Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 138, Section 12D, to allow current wine and malt beverages license holders to apply to convert to a non-transferable all forms alcohol license.
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8.3.
City Clerk conveying Block Party Licenses issued.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- 9. New Business
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9.1.
New Drainlayer's License, A.R. Belli, Inc.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.4, 9.7 through 9.19 and 10.9 through 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.2.
New Drainlayer's License, DJ Morris Contracting.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.4, 9.7 through 9.19 and 10.9 through 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.3.
New Drainlayer's License, Genesis Utilities Corporation.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.4, 9.7 through 9.19 and 10.9 through 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.4.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Doherty Excavating Inc.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.4, 9.7 through 9.19 and 10.9 through 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.5.
New Extended Operating Hours License, Mint Indian Eatery, 868 Broadway, for in-store, take-out, and delivery services until 4am.
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9.6.
New Flammables License, POAH Clarendon LLC, 20 Stephenson Aman Street, storing 1,001 gallons.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the reading and refer this item to the Committee on Licenses and Permits.\cf1\f1\par }
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9.7.
New Outdoor Goods License, Villari's Martial Arts Center, 54 Union Square.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.4, 9.7 through 9.19 and 10.9 through 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.8.
New Sign/Awning License, Brancato Barber Co LLC, 282A Broadway, 2 signs.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.4, 9.7 through 9.19 and 10.9 through 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.9.
New Sign/Awning License, The Brow Lab Somerville, 595 Somerville Avenue, 1 sign.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.10.
New Sign/Awning License, Ethereal Ink, 321 Broadway, 1 sign.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.11.
Office of Immigrant Affairs applying for a Public Event License for Brazilian Flag Raising on September 4 from 2:30pm to 4:30pm (raindate September 8).
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.12.
Akiva Jackson applying for a Public Event License for Challapalooza on September 7 from 8am to 8pm.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.4, 9.7 through 9.19 and 10.9 through 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.13.
East Somerville Main Streets applying for a Public Event License for Foodie Crawl on September 9 from 2pm to 9:30pm (raindate September 10).
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.14.
Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for Gilman Square Fest on September 13 from 10am to 7pm (raindate September 14).
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.15.
Veterans Services Department applying for a Public Event License for Health and Wellness 2025 on September 20 from 10am to 4pm.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.16.
Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for Forever Fluff on September 20 from 11am to 8pm (raindate September 21).
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.17.
Somerville Garden Club applying for a Public Event License for Somerville Garden Club Plant Sale on September 21 from 8am to 4pm.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.4, 9.7 through 9.19 and 10.9 through 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.18.
Somerville Homeless Coalition applying for a Public Event License for Somerville 5k Road Race on October 4 from 6am to 11am.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.19.
Office of Immigrant Affairs applying for a Public Event License for Italian Flag Raising on October 9 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.4, 9.7 through 9.19 and 10.9 through 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.20.
Massachusetts Attorney General issuing a determination re: item #25-0105, an Open Meeting Law complaint filed against this Council by Laura Ortiz on January 11, 2025.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.21.
Jonah Abrams submitting comments re: Davis Square.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.22.
Thouis Jones submitting comments re: bike lanes.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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9.23.
Former Mayor Eugene C. Brune, former Mayor Dorothy Kelly Gay, and former Alderman John "Jack" Connolly submitting comments re: Chapter 53, Section 18B of the Massachusetts General Laws.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- 10. Supplemental Items
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10.1.
Commending Stephanie Estrela for leadership and support during a recent house fire.
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Roll call: 9 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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10.2.
That the Director of Engineering respond to the Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Committee's recently released walk audit, and how the city will implement its short-term recommendations.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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10.3.
In support of innovation in East Somerville.
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10.4.
That the City of Somerville hereby accepts the provisions of Chapter 53 Section 18B of the Massachusetts General Laws.
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10.5.
That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management and the Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry update this Council on the status of ArtFarm and the funding for the project.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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10.6.
That the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on the policy for mattress recycling for residents of buildings with seven or more units.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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10.7.
Director of Emergency Management conveying information about the recent Local Recovery Resources Center.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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10.8.
New Dog Kennel License, Pup Yard, 321 Somerville Avenue, 30 dogs maximum, commercial boarding/training.
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10.9.
New Sign/Awning License, Build Equity Investment Home LLC, 76 Franklin Street, 1 awning.
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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10.10.
Somerville Museum applying for a Public Event License for History in the Park: 251 Powder Alarm Anniversary on September 6 from 8am to 1pm (raindate September 13).
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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10.11.
Council on Aging applying for a Public Event License for Mayor's Senior Picnic on September 9 from 8am to 2:30pm (raindate September 10).
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Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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10.12.
Veterans Services Department applying for a Public Event License for 9/11 Ceremony on September 11 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.
{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\nouicompat\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} {\*\generator Riched20 10.0.19041}\viewkind4\uc1 \pard\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.4, 9.7 through 9.19 and 10.9 through 10.12 and approve them this evening.\cf1\f1\par }
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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10.13.
Scott Peterson submitting comments re: community fridges.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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10.14.
Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Committee, Somerville Alliance for Safe Streets, Commission for Persons with Disabilities, Groundwork Somerville Green Team and Union Square Main Streets submitting comments re: Union Square Walk Audit.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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10.15.
Ruth Kearns submitting comments re: sidewalks.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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10.16.
Nicholas Kelton submitting comments re: balcony solar.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
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10.17.
Christopher Beland submitting comments re: item #25-1311, Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of approximately 49 feet of conduit in Howard Street.
Roll call: 10 aye
- Jake WilsonAye
- Ben Ewen-CampenAye
- Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
- Matthew McLaughlinAye
- Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
- Naima SaitAye
- Kristen StrezoAye
- Jesse ClinganAye
- Wilfred N. MbahAye
- Lance L. DavisAye
- 11. Adjournment