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Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 7 PM

City Council Chamber and Remote Participation

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What happened

102 items of legislation were taken up.

  • 51 approved
  • 13 referred for recommendation
  • 12 work completed
  • 10 placed on file
  • 8 approved and sent for discussion
  • 5 withdrawn
  • 2 placed on file and sent for discussion
  • 1 ordinance ordained

Agenda 102 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 7:01 PM by Ward Six City Councilor Lance L. Davis. The City Council entered recess at 7:24 PM and returned at 7:41 PM.

The meeting was Adjourned at 8:32 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 October 7, 2025, 1:00 PM, Revised Published October 9, 2025, 1:00 PM.

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  1. 1. Opening Ceremonies
  2. 1.1.
    25-1566 Roll Call Placed on file

    Call of the Roll.

  3. 1.2.
    25-1567 Remembrances Approved

    Remembrances.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Mbah requested a moment of silence in memory of Somerville Election Commissioner Douglas Bosley.\par Councilor Clingan requested a moment of silence in memory of two-time Purple Heart recipient and former Somerville Police Officer Robert Hodnett, Sr\f1 .\par }

  4. 1.3.
    25-1568 Minutes Approved

    Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 11, 2025.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  5. 2. Citations
  6. 3. Public Hearings
  7. 3.1.
    25-1528 Grant of Location Approved

    Comcast applying for a Grant of Location to install a new Manhole and a total of 46 feet of conduit in Auburn Avenue, from Utility Pole 2 to a point of pickup at 11 Auburn 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\nowidctlpar\sl-284\slmult0\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Dave Flewelling, representing Comcast, spoke in favor of the item and explained the purpose of the request. There being no further speakers, the Public Hearing was closed. \par \pard\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  8. 3.2.
    25-1529 Grant of Location Referred for recommendation

    Comcast applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 49 feet of conduit in Houghton Street, from Utility Pole 174/1 to a point of pickup at 121 Prospect 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\nowidctlpar\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Dave Flewelling, representing Comcast, spoke in favor of the item and explained the purpose of the request. There being no further speakers, the Public Hearing was closed. Councilor Scott noted that this street was re-paved yesterday and requested that the item be referred to the Committee on Licenses and Permits.\par \pard\f1\par }

  9. 3.3.
    25-1530 Grant of Location Approved

    Comcast applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 64 feet of conduit in Albion Street, from Utility Pole 3/22 to a point of pickup at 156 Albion 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\nowidctlpar\sl-284\slmult0\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Dave Flewelling, representing Comcast, spoke in favor of the item and explained the purpose of the request. There being no further speakers, the Public Hearing was closed. \par \pard\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  10. 3.4.
    25-1532 Grant of Location Approved

    Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 15 feet of conduit in Cross Street East, from Utility Pole 558/3 to a point of pickup at 33 Cross Street East.

    {\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\sl-284\slmult0\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Jacqui Duffy, representing Eversource, spoke in favor of the item and explained the purpose of the request. There being no further speakers, the Public Hearing was closed. \par \pard\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  11. 3.5.
    25-1533 Grant of Location Approved

    Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 7 feet of conduit in Kingston Street, from Utility Pole 101/4 to a point of pickup at 37 Kingston 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\nowidctlpar\sl-284\slmult0\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Jacqui Duffy, representing Eversource, spoke in favor of the item and explained the purpose of the request. There being no further speakers, the Public Hearing was closed. \par \pard\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  12. 4. Orders, Ordinances, Resolutions and Motions of Members
  13. 4.1.
    25-1517 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management provide an update on the condition of the High School building exterior tiles, and efforts to prevent and mitigate future tile failures.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  14. 4.2.
    25-1561 Resolution Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Administration discuss with this Council the process for removing abandoned items from public 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\sl-284\slmult0\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor Strezo commented that discarded items are being left out for days and she would like to know what the process is to remove them. Councilor Wilson noted that this is a city-wide problem.\par \pard\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  15. 4.3.
    25-1562 Resolution Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Administration discuss with this Council whether there is a need to create additional alternative locations for people to store their belongings.

    {\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\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Mbah assumed the Chair.\par This item was discussed with item #25-1563.\par Councilor Strezo shared that having locations for storage of belongings would cut down on items being left in the open. Councilor Davis spoke about some of the challenges for those individuals without a place to go and said that when people are separated from their belongings, it adds another obstacle to their well-being. He wants to know how the city is going to address this issue. \par \pard\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  16. 4.4.
    25-1563 Resolution Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Administration provide data on needles found in and around Davis Square, outside of the designated receptacle box, including a breakdown by specific location, and used vs. unused.

    {\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\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Mbah assumed the Chair.\par This item was discussed with item #25-1562 Councilor Davis asked for data that is readily accessible to start and noted that the conversation could continue from there.\par \f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  17. 4.5.
    25-1548 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Mobility discuss with this Council, strategies for improving the safety of users of the Community Path, as detailed within.

    {\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\sl-284\slmult0\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor Sait noted that city has started collecting data and she would like to discuss how to collaborate with community partners and to make the path safer. \par \pard\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  18. 4.6.
    25-1550 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Mobility install a speed bump on Ashland Street.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  19. 4.7.
    25-1549 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Inspectional Services update this Council on compliance with the Short-Term Rental Ordinance, including any updated enforcement methods and whether the imposition of the 3% community impact fee under MGL c. 64G, § 3D has had any impact on the number of short-term rental units in the city, or whether any impacts are expected.

    {\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\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Sait stated she will be notifying the Inspectional Services Department (ISD) of what she is looking for. Councilor Burnley commented that there are underground networks of Air BnB's with some possibly situated in Somerville. Councilor Wilson commented that he spoke to the city\rquote s Finance Director about software options to monitor rentals.\par \f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  20. 4.8.
    25-1564 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Parking place NO PARKING HERE TO CORNER signs on Walnut Street at Sunnyside 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\nowidctlpar\sl-284\slmult0\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor Clingan commented that there are traffic issues on this roadway, with this item being one of them.\par \pard\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  21. 4.9.
    25-1565 Order Approved

    That the Director of Mobility add Moreland Street to the queue for speed humps.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  22. 5. Unfinished Business
  23. 5.1.
    25-1492 Communication Placed on file

    Conveying a report of the Affordable Housing Trust.

    {\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\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Mbah reported on the October 11, 2025, meeting of the Affordable Housing Trust and touched on available funds and allocations for housing assistance. He also reported that two contracts were approved: one with the Cambridge Housing Authority and one with Community Action Agency of Somerville (CAAS).\par \pard\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  24. 5.2.
    25-1493 Communication Placed on file

    Conveying a report of the Job Creation and Retention Trust.

    {\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\sl-284\slmult0\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Councilor Mbah reported on the September 16, 2025, meeting of the Job Creation and Retention Trust and told the Council that no new funds are anticipated to be received in 2026-2027 and that planning is underway for the November annual meeting.\cf1\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  25. 6. Reports of Committees
  26. 6.A. Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee
  27. 6.A.1.
    25-1523 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on October 6, 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\nowidctlpar\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Ewen-Campen summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported that recommended for approval were an appointment to the Planning Board, an appointment to the Zoning Board of Appeals, and eight promotions within the Police Department.\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  28. 6.A.2.
    25-1293 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Olivia Mobayed to the Zoning Board of Appeals.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  29. 6.A.3.
    25-1475 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Coralie Cooper to the Planning Board.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  30. 6.A.4.
    25-1480 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Michael R. Perrone to the position of Police Captain.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  31. 6.A.5.
    25-1481 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Rico Isidoro to the position of Police Lieutenant.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  32. 6.A.6.
    25-1483 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Marc DiFava to the position of Police Lieutenant.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  33. 6.A.7.
    25-1484 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Joseph Teves to the position of Police Sergeant.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  34. 6.A.8.
    25-1485 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Jason Costa to the position of Police Sergeant.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  35. 6.A.9.
    25-1486 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Patrick Canty to the position of Police Sergeant.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  36. 6.A.10.
    25-1487 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Cassandra Campers to the position of Police Sergeant.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  37. 6.A.11.
    25-1488 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Richard Lavey Jr. to the position of Police Deputy Chief.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  38. 6.B. Finance Committee
  39. 6.B.1.
    25-1524 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on October 7, 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\nowidctlpar\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported that the committee recommended for approval five grant acceptances, payment of three prior year invoices, three appropriations, one contract extension and an increase in salary for the Municipal Hearing Officer position.\par \pard\f1\par }

    Roll call: 8 aye · 1 absent
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAbsent
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  40. 6.B.2.
    25-1344 Order Work completed

    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.

  41. 6.B.3.
    25-1408 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to accept and expend a $155,271.38 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts State 911 Department to the Police Department for training costs for 911 certification.

    Roll call: 8 aye · 1 absent
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAbsent
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  42. 6.B.4.
    25-1409 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to accept and expend a $295,463 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts State 911 Department to the Police Department for enhanced 911 telecommunicator personnel costs.

    Roll call: 8 aye · 1 absent
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAbsent
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  43. 6.B.5.
    25-1410 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to accept and expend a $24,500 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts State 911 Department to the Police Department for emergency medical dispatch.

    Roll call: 8 aye · 1 absent
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAbsent
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  44. 6.B.6.
    25-1418 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to accept and expend a $10,000 grant with no new match required, from the Fenway Community Health Center to the Police Department for post-overdose support.

    Roll call: 8 aye · 1 absent
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAbsent
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  45. 6.B.7.
    25-1419 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $159.96 using available funds in the Parks & Recreation Department Recreation Supplies Account for picnic blankets.

    Roll call: 8 aye · 1 absent
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAbsent
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  46. 6.B.8.
    25-1447 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to accept and expend a $54,400 grant with no new match required, from the Mass Cultural Council to the Arts Council for the Local Cultural Council grant program.

    Roll call: 8 aye · 1 absent
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAbsent
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  47. 6.B.9.
    25-1449 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting the appropriation of $240,664.10 from the Transportation Network Company Special Revenue Fund for FY 2026 Vision Zero safety efforts.

    Roll call: 8 aye · 1 absent
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAbsent
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  48. 6.B.10.
    25-1452 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $527 using available funds in the Parks & Recreation Department Equipment Rental Account for truck rental.

    Roll call: 8 aye · 1 absent
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAbsent
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  49. 6.B.11.
    25-1453 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $94.75 using available funds in the Parks & Recreation Department Recreation Supplies Account for carbon dioxide tank refill at Dilboy Pool.

    Roll call: 8 aye · 1 absent
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAbsent
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  50. 6.B.12.
    25-1459 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to appropriate $100,000 from the Encore Artist and Cultural Support Stabilization Fund to support Local Cultural Council grants to artists, organizations, and schools.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  51. 6.B.13.
    25-1462 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to extend and amend a contract with City Hall Systems for an additional two years until 12/17/2027, for online bill payment services.

    Roll call: 8 aye · 1 absent
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAbsent
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  52. 6.B.14.
    25-1479 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $121,818.23 using available funds in various Department of Public Works Accounts for various services.

    Roll call: 8 aye · 1 absent
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAbsent
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  53. 6.B.15.
    25-1494 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to use available funds in the Law Department Personal Services accounts in the amount of $6,296.88 to increase the annual salary of the Municipal Hearing Officer.

    Roll call: 8 aye · 1 absent
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAbsent
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  54. 6.B.16.
    25-1514 Public Communication Work completed

    Bill Valletta submitting comments re: item #25-1344, an Order that the Director of Finance provide a comprehensive accounting of all stabilization accounts.

  55. 6.C. Land Use Committee
  56. 6.C.1.
    25-1522 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on October 2, 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\nowidctlpar\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor McLaughlin reported that a brief meeting was held and that the committee discussed Gilman Square.\par \pard\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  57. 6.D. Legislative Matters Committee
  58. 6.D.1.
    25-1521 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on September 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\nowidctlpar\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Scott summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported that an item to approve a Home Rule Petition to raise the thresholds for procurement was kept in committee so that some language may be verified.\par \f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  59. 6.D.2.
    25-1429 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval of a Home Rule Petition to raise the maximum amount of fines for violations allowed by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 40, Section 21D.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  60. 6.D.3.
    25-1460 Mayor's Request Ordinance ordained

    Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Section 7 and Section 1-11(b) of the Code of Ordinances to require notification to tenants of parking permit restrictions in transit areas.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  61. 6.E. Licenses and Permits Committee
  62. 6.E.1.
    25-1525 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on October 8, 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\nowidctlpar\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported that four licenses were recommended for approval. \par \pard\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  63. 6.E.2.
    25-1316 License Approved

    New Extended Operating Hours License, Mint Indian Eatery, 868 Broadway, for in-store, take-out, and delivery services until 4am.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  64. 6.E.3.
    25-1318 License Approved

    New Flammables License, POAH Clarendon LLC, 20 Stephenson Aman Street, storing 1,001 gallons.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  65. 6.E.4.
    25-1367 License Approved

    New Dog Kennel License, Pup Yard, 321 Somerville Avenue, 30 dogs maximum, commercial boarding/training.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  66. 6.E.5.
    25-1467 License Approved

    New Garage License, Roman Auto Repair LLC, 45 Mystic Avenue, 5 Vehicles inside, 4 Vehicles outside, Mon-Fri: 7am-5pm, Sat: 7am-12pm, Sun: closed.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  67. 6.F. Traffic and Parking Committee
  68. 6.F.1.
    25-1518 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on September 29, 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\nowidctlpar\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Sait summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported that among the items discussed were crosswalks, safety and upgrades to the community path, left turn signals, unsafe crossing conditions on the community path at School Street, the removal/installation of DO NOT BLOCK INTERSECTION signs, speed humps, MBTA Route #90 changes, STOP signs, and flashing beacon signage.\par \pard\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  69. 6.F.2.
    25-0743 Order Work completed

    That the Director of Mobility install a rapid flashing beacon with push button STOP sign in front of the East Somerville Community School, on the Cross Street side, to assist in street crossings.

  70. 6.F.3.
    25-0839 Order Work completed

    That the Director of Mobility update the traffic signal equipment at the intersection of Rogers Avenue and Boston Avenue.

  71. 6.F.4.
    25-0988 Order Work completed

    That the Director of Mobility install STOP signs on Ten Hills Road at Governor Winthrop Road, making the intersection a four-way stop.

  72. 6.F.5.
    25-1012 Order Work completed

    That the Director of Mobility update this Council on recent changes to the #90 Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) bus route and the reasons for those changes.

  73. 6.F.6.
    25-1014 Order Work completed

    That the Director of Mobility place a speed bump on Pinckney Street and consider the Neighborway potential of this street.

  74. 6.F.7.
    25-1099 Order Work completed

    That the Director of Mobility return the DO NOT BLOCK INTERSECTION signage to the intersection of Broadway and Hinckley Street.

  75. 6.F.8.
    25-1137 Order Work completed

    That the Director of Parking install a new MAGOUN SQUARE MUNICIPAL PARKING LOT sign at the Magoun Square municipal lot.

  76. 6.F.9.
    25-1349 Order Work completed

    That the Director of Mobility install a left turn signal for vehicles turning left from Somerville Avenue onto Bow Street.

  77. 6.F.10.
    25-1354 Order Work completed

    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.

  78. 6.F.11.
    25-1424 Order Work completed

    That the Director of Mobility and the Director of Engineering collaborate to install crosswalks across Walnut Street and Wigglesworth Street near Sunnyside Avenue to protect Winter Hill Community Innovation School students, families, and educators using the Otis Street footbridge.

  79. 7. Communications of the Mayor
  80. 7.1.
    25-1552 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Tables 4.1.13, 4.2.13, 4.3.13, 4.4.13, 5.1.14, 7.2.7, 7.4.8, 8.4.16 (c), and 9.1.1 of the Zoning Ordinance to permit Home-Based Child Day Care accessory uses and make corrections.

  81. 7.2.
    25-1554 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Sections 10.10.3, 15.1.2, 15.1.6, 15.1.8, 15.2.1, 15.2.2, 15.2.3, 15.2.4, 15.3.1, 15.3.2, and 15.5.2 of the Zoning Ordinance to make pre-submittal meetings optional for most permits and to improve clarity and consistency.

  82. 7.3.
    25-1551 Withdrawn Withdrawn

    Withdrawn.

  83. 7.4.
    25-1557 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval to create the BrickBottom Infrastructure Stabilization fund and accept a payment to the fund of $763,814.81, from off-site infrastructure and other contributions outlined in the BrickBottom district project development covenants, for the purpose of funding public infrastructure projects that mitigate the impact of large-scale development in the BrickBottom district.

    {\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\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\par \f1\par }

  84. 7.5.
    25-1559 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval to create the Boynton Yards Infrastructure Stabilization fund and accept a payment to the fund of $384,025, from off-site infrastructure and other contributions outlined in the Boynton Yards district project development covenants, for the purpose of funding public infrastructure projects that mitigate the impact of large-scale development in the Boynton Yards district.

    {\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 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\par \f1\par }

  85. 7.6.
    25-1543 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval to appropriate $147,724.07 from the COVID-19 Stabilization Fund for the 2026 Warming Center.

    {\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 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\par \f1\par }

  86. 7.7.
    25-1538 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval to appropriate $56,215.42 from the Bike Share Stabilization Fund for installation and startup costs of a Blue Bike station at the 495 Columbia Street development site.

    {\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 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\par \f1\par }

  87. 7.8.
    25-1545 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval of a time-only extension until 12/31/2028 for the contract with Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & Planners for design services on the Building Master Plan.

    {\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 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\par \f1\par }

  88. 7.9.
    25-1546 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval of a time-only extension until 12/31/2028 for the contract with Kleinfelder Northeast Inc. for design services on the Morrison Avenue Linear Storage Sewer project.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\par \f1\par }

  89. 7.10.
    25-1520 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval to accept and expend a $500,000 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center to the Office of Sustainability and Environment for six no-cost electric vehicle charging station installations.

    {\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 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\par \f1\par }

  90. 7.11.
    25-1504 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $13,084.20 using available funds in the Parks & Recreation Department Recreation Supplies Account for pool chemicals.

    {\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 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\par \f1\par }

  91. 7.12.
    25-1508 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $1,533.75 using available funds in the Parks & Recreation Department Recreation Supplies Account for pool chemicals.

    {\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 Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.12 and refer them to the Finance Committee.\par \f1\par }

  92. 7.13.
    25-1489 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Dante Carreiro to the position of Police Officer.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  93. 7.14.
    25-1490 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Nicholas Cicerone to the position of Police Officer.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  94. 7.15.
    25-1526 Withdrawn Withdrawn

    Withdrawn.

  95. 7.16.
    25-1553 Withdrawn Withdrawn

    Withdrawn.

  96. 7.17.
    25-1556 Withdrawn Withdrawn

    Withdrawn.

  97. 7.18.
    25-1558 Withdrawn Withdrawn

    Withdrawn.

  98. 8. Communications of City Officers
  99. 8.1.
    25-1495 Officer's Communication Placed on file and sent for discussion

    Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry conveying the Somerville Pollinator Action Plan and related updates.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  100. 8.2.
    25-1531 Officer's Communication Placed on file and sent for discussion

    Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry conveying the Somerville Open Space and Recreation Plan 2025-2035.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  101. 8.3.
    25-1527 Officer's Communication Placed on file

    City Clerk conveying Block Party Licenses issued.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  102. 8.4.
    25-1542 Officer's Communication Placed on file

    City Clerk conveying the selection of Emily Lopez Touchy and Mihika Gogate to the position of City Council Project Assistant.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  103. 9. New Business
  104. 9.1.
    25-1534 Public Event Approved

    Matthew Taylor applying for a Public Event License for 20th HONK! Festival on October 10-12 for various times.

    {\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\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.4 and items 10.1 through 10.4 and approve them this evening.\par \pard\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  105. 9.2.
    25-1537 Public Event Approved

    Mayor's Office applying for a Public Event License for Truck O' Treat on October 23 from 4pm to 8pm (raindate October 30).

    {\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\sl-284\slmult0\qj\tx2760\f0\fs24 Director of Legislative Affairs Neha Singh spoke about the activities planned for the Truck O\rquote Treat event. \fs20\par \pard\cf1\f1\fs24\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  106. 9.3.
    25-1535 Public Event Approved

    East Somerville Main Streets applying for a Public Event License for Halloween Community Event and Pet Spooktacular on October 25 from 1pm to 7pm (raindate October 26).

    {\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\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.4 and items 10.1 through 10.4 and approve them this evening.\par \pard\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  107. 9.4.
    25-1536 Public Event Approved

    Friends of the Community Growing Center applying for a Public Event License for Pumpkin Smash on November 8 from 9am to 3pm (raindate November 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\nowidctlpar\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.4 and items 10.1 through 10.4 and approve them this evening.\par \pard\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  108. 9.5.
    25-1539 Public Communication Referred for recommendation

    12 registered voters requesting a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 363 Highland Avenue from Mid-Rise 4 (MR4) to Mid-Rise 5 (MR5) and from MR4 to Mid-Rise 6 (MR6), and 110 Willow Avenue MR4 to MR6.

  109. 9.6.
    25-1540 Public Communication Placed on file

    Emily Harris submitting comments re: parking.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  110. 9.7.
    25-1541 Public Communication Placed on file

    3,007 individuals submitting comments re: ballot question.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  111. 9.8.
    25-1555 Public Communication Placed on file

    22 individuals, including 18 residents submitting comments re: ballot question challenge.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  112. 10. Supplemental Items
  113. 10.1.
    25-1571 License Approved

    New Drainlayer's License, Ragusa Companies 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\nowidctlpar\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.4 and items 10.1 through 10.4 and approve them this evening.\par \pard\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  114. 10.2.
    25-1572 License Approved

    Renewing Drainlayer's License, StrongBack Systems.

    {\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\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.4 and items 10.1 through 10.4 and approve them this evening.\par \pard\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  115. 10.3.
    25-1573 Public Event Approved

    Mayor's Office applying for a Public Event License for Assembly Square Fire Station Grand Opening on October 18 from 9am to 1pm.

    {\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\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.4 and items 10.1 through 10.4 and approve them this evening.\par \pard\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  116. 10.4.
    25-1574 Public Event Approved

    Office of Immigrant Affairs applying for a Public Event License for Somerville Latin and Caribbean Heritage Celebration on October 18 from 1pm to 5:30pm.

    {\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\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.4 and items 10.1 through 10.4 and approve them this evening.\par \pard\f1\par }

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  117. 10.5.
    25-1575 Public Communication Placed on file

    State Representative Mike Connolly, City Councilor Burnley, City Councilor Sait, and 57 individuals, including 51 residents submitting comments re: ballot question challenge.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  118. 10.6.
    25-1576 Public Communication Placed on file

    7 individuals submitting comments re: ballot question.

    Roll call: 9 aye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Naima SaitAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
  119. 11. Adjournment