Thursday, September 8, 2022 at 7 PM

Agenda 60 items

1. 1. Opening Ceremonies
2. 1.1.
   22-1523 Roll Call Placed on file

   Call of the Roll.

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3. 1.2.
   22-1524 Remembrances Approved

   Remembrances.

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4. 1.3.
   22-1525 Minutes Approved

   Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, July 14, 2022.

   • 📎 Minutes 07.14.22
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5. 2. Citations
6. 3. Public Hearings
7. 3.1.
   22-1479 Grant of Location Approved

   Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 10 feet of conduit in Columbia St, from Utility Pole 76/3-1X to a point of pickup at 481 Columbia St.

   {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\li4\sl-284\slmult0\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Phyllis Galloway, representing Eversource, explained the reason for the request. There being no further comment, the public hearing was closed.\f1\par }

   • 📎 Grant Nstar 481 Columbia
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8. 3.2.
   22-1480 Grant of Location Approved

   Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 42 feet of conduit in the intersection of Prospect St and Concord Ave, from Manhole 4121 to Utility Pole 78/1.

   {\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\li4\sl-284\slmult0\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Phyllis Galloway, representing Eversource, explained the reason for the request. There being no further comment, the public hearing was closed.\f1\par }

   • 📎 Grant Nstar 67 Prospect
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9. 3.3.
   22-1481 Grant of Location Approved

   Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 45 feet of conduit in the intersection of Glen St and Tufts St, from Utility Pole 340/4A to a point of pickup at the rear of 31 Tufts St.

   {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\li4\sl-284\slmult0\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Phyllis Galloway, representing Eversource, explained the reason for the request. There being no further comment, the public hearing was closed.\f1\par }

   • 📎 Grant Nstar 31 Tufts
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10. 3.4.
    22-1482 Grant of Location Approved

    Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 311 feet of conduit in Webster Ave as follows: Starting from Utility Pole 362/4 to a new Manhole 31615, then continuing to Manhole 4118 located at the intersection of Webster Ave and Columbia St. Installation will also include conduit that will connect Utility Pole 362/5A to Manhole 13078 located at the intersection of Webster Ave and Tremont St.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\sl-284\slmult0\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Phyllis Galloway, representing Eversource, explained the reason for the request. There being no further comment, the public hearing was closed. Councilor Scott inquired about any special scheduling and coordination with the city to address traffic concerns.\f1\par }

    • 📎 Grant Nstar 69 Webster
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11. 4. Orders, Ordinances, Resolutions and Motions of Members
12. 4.1.
    22-1514 Order Approved

    That the Commissioner of Public Works and the Director of Parks and Recreation discuss extending the season for pools and splash pads during the Summer of 2023.

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13. 4.2.
    22-1515 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Inspectional Services and the Environmental Health Coordinator update this Council on the SMART box program and other recent rodent control measures.

    • 📎 Rodents - 09-28-22 - Update (with item 22-1515)
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14. 4.3.
    22-1516 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of the Office of Housing Stability discuss the response to the ending of the eviction moratorium, and any current unmet needs of residents who are experiencing housing instability.

    {\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\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Ewen-Campen mentioned that an exhibit opened today at the Armory and he urged people to view it.\f1\par }

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15. 4.4.
    22-1517 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Finance and the Budget Director update this Council on the progress of the free cash certification and any anticipated plans for additional free cash use.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley commented that the public is eager to know how ARPA funds are being used.\f1\par }

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16. 4.5.
    22-1521 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Inspectional Services increase measures to control the rat population from Vinal Avenue to Walnut Street and from Highland Avenue to Summer Street.

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17. 4.6.
    22-1522 Resolution Approved

    In support of the City of Somerville 311 employees’ decision to unionize.

    {\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 Strezo read the Resolution into the record and said that she is very excited about it. She is unaware if the contracted employees would be part of this effort.\f1\par }

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18. 5. Unfinished Business
19. 6. Reports of Committees
20. 6.A. Finance Committee
21. 6.A.1.
    22-1519 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on September 6, 2022.

    {\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 spoke briefly about the 10 items that were recommended for approval and noted that 2 items were kept in committee.\f1\par }

    • 📎 Minutes - Finance - 9-6-22 Dispositions
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22. 6.A.2.
    22-0432 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $357,881.73 using available funds in the Department Public Works Administrative, Highway, and Sanitation Accounts for the purposes of resolving outstanding invoices.

    • 📎 Invoice Spreadsheet
    • 📎 Clean Earth Invoices
    • 📎 Burke Invoices 1 of 2
    • 📎 Burk Invoices 2 of 2
    • 📎 BSG, NBM, Boston Carting
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23. 6.A.3.
    22-0477 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to accept and expend a National Park Service Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant of $750,000, with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EOEEA), Division of Conservation Services (DCS) to the Public Space and Urban Forestry Division for the renovation of Conway Park.

    • 📎 Conway_LWCF Grant Award Letter
    • 📎 Conway_LWCF_Council request to authorize application
    • 📎 Conway_Deed Restriction
    • 📎 Docket #210645_Authorization to apply for LWCF Funding_Conway
    • 📎 DRAFT (II) CC request to accept a $750000 LWCF Grant for Conway Park
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24. 6.A.4.
    22-1420 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to accept and expend a $24,500 grant with no new match required, from State E911 to the Police Department for E911 emergency medical dispatch services.

    • 📎 FY23 E911 EMD - Award Letter - Contract -Applacation
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25. 6.A.5.
    22-1421 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to accept and expend a $295,463 grant with no new match required, from State E911 to the Police Department for E911 Telecommunicator personnel costs.

    • 📎 FY23 E911 S&I Award Letter - Contract - Applacation
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26. 6.A.6.
    22-1422 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to accept and expend a $104,951.96 grant with no new match required, from State E911 to the Police Department for E911 Training and Certification of 911 Telecommunicators.

    • 📎 FY23 E911 Training Grant Award Letter - Contract - Applacation
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27. 6.A.7.
    22-1433 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $207.69 using available funds in the Fire Department and Vehicle Repairs Account for the purchase of automotive parts.

    • 📎 MIRAK INVOICE
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28. 6.A.8.
    22-1434 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $60.06 using available funds in the Fire Department and Vehicle Repairs Account for supplies for the repair shop.

    • 📎 MOMAR INVOICE
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29. 6.A.9.
    22-1437 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $371.24 using available funds in the Health and Human Service Professional and Technical Account for Service Labor Cost for Mobile Market Van.

    • 📎 Cooling Heating Specialist
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30. 6.A.10.
    22-1438 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to pay a prior year invoice totaling $29,820 using available funds in the Law Department Outside Legal Counsel Services Account for Legal Services.

    • 📎 NMP Inv #092_Redacted
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31. 6.A.11.
    22-1441 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to accept and expend a $108,226.71 grant from Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) to the Health & Human Services for the Public Health Shared Services Grant.

    • 📎 Funding award re Shared Services Grant and Shared Service Coordinator position in Somerville
    • 📎 09.06.22 FIN Shared Services Municipality Committment Statement
    • 📎 09.06.22 FIN MAPC Contract Signed
    • 📎 09.06.22 FIN Original Budget Submission Shared Services Grant
    • 📎 09.06.22 FIN Funding Award Email from MAPC
    • 📎 09.06.22 FIN Shared Services Budget
    • 📎 09.06.22 FIN Award Notice Shared Services Grant
    • 📎 09.06.22 FIN Original Submission Shared Services Grant
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32. 6.B. Land Use Committee
33. 6.B.1.
    22-1518 Committee Report Approved

    Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on September 1, 2022.

    {\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 Ewen-Campen briefly spoke about 4 zoning amendments that were recommended for approval. Councilor Burnley inquired about backyard cottages and Councior Wilson explained that this was an effort to reduce red tape and increase housing in the city. Councilor Burnley asked if there isn\rquote t another space beyond the public realm and how often they\rquote re rejected. Councilor Wilson said it\rquote s not that\rquote re being rejected and there are very few. Councilor Ewen-Campen explained that the zoning code was changed to allow backyard cottages to be built as residential units. Councilor Wilson commented that if a backyard cottage is a third unit in an NR district, it would have to be affordable.\f1\par }

    • 📎 Land Use - 9-1-22 Dispositions
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34. 6.B.2.
    22-0654 Mayor's Request Ordinance ordained

    Requesting a text amendment to the Somerville Zoning Ordinance to repeal all references to a Certificate of Zoning Compliance and replace with a requirement for the Building Official to conduct a zoning compliance review and maintain a public record of such reviews for all development.

    Roll call: 11 aye

    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Charlotte KellyAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye

    • 📎 Attachment-26127
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35. 6.B.3.
    22-0825 Ordinance Ordinance ordained

    Proposing an amendment to the Zoning Ordinances, Section 3.1.6.d, Residence District, to permit the Backyard Cottage accessory building type by right.

    Roll call: 11 aye

    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Charlotte KellyAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye

    • 📎 Backyard Cottage Permitting
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36. 6.B.4.
    22-0929 Public Communication Ordinance ordained

    Three owners requesting the adoption of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance Map to change the zoning district of 129R Highland Ave from UR to NR.

    Roll call: 11 aye

    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Charlotte KellyAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye

    • 📎 Zoning Map 129R Highland Ave
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37. 6.B.5.
    22-1031 Public Communication Ordinance ordained

    Vivaldo Meneses Sr. requesting the adoption of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance Map to change the zoning district of 82-84 Prospect Street from MR5 to UR.

    Roll call: 11 aye

    • Willie Burnley Jr.Aye
    • Charlotte KellyAye
    • Kristen StrezoAye
    • Jake WilsonAye
    • Matthew McLaughlinAye
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottAye
    • Ben Ewen-CampenAye
    • Jesse ClinganAye
    • Beatriz Gomez Mouakad Aye
    • Lance L. DavisAye
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldAye

    • 📎 Zoning Map 82-84 Prospect
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38. 6.B.6.
    22-1110 Public Communication Withdrawn

    Thomas J. Cooke requesting the adoption of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance Map to change the zoning district of 14 White Street Place from NR to MR4.

    • 📎 Zoning Map 14 White St Pl
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39. 7. Communications of the Mayor
40. 7.1.
    22-1494 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting the acceptance of Section 84 of Chapter 179 of the Acts of 2022 for local approval of the provisions of the Clean Energy and Offshore Wind Act.

    • 📎 Session Law - Acts of 2022 Chapter 179
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41. 7.2.
    22-1512 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Lamia Mamoon to the Library Board of Trustees.

    • 📎 Lamia Mamoon - SPL Board of Trustees - Statement of Interest
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42. 7.3.
    22-1513 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Janaki Perera to the Library Board of Trustees.

    {\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 Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the reading and refer the item to the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters.\f1\par }

    • 📎 Janaki Perera - SPL Board of Trustees - Statement of Interest
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43. 7.4.
    22-1510 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Mark Sternman to the Library Board of Trustees.

    {\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 Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the reading and refer the item to the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters.\f1\par }

    • 📎 Mark Sternman - SPL Board of Trustees - Letter of Interest
    • 📎 Mark Sternman - SPL Board of Trustees - Resume
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44. 7.5.
    22-1505 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $147.50 using available funds in the City Clerk Office Supplies Account for Archives storage boxes.

    • 📎 WB Mason Invoice $147.50
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45. 8. Communications of City Officers
46. 8.1.
    22-1520 Officer's Communication Placed on file and sent for discussion

    Charter Review Committee conveying its recommendations and proposed Charter text.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\cf1\f0\fs24 President McLaughlin permitted members of the Charter Review Committee to speak on this item. A brief overview was presented to the Council. The committee was created in October, 2021 to review the charter and make recommendations to improve and modernize the city\rquote s structure and governance. Four key values were sought, JUST, EMPOWERING, RESPONSIVE and INNOVATIVE. All topics of the charter were reviewed. The goal of the committee was to contact as many residents as possible for community engagement. The highlights of the recommendations was presented, including an improved appointment process, a 4-year term for the Mayor, adding a Chief Administrative Officer, implementing a study of ranked choice voting, and implementing a study of public financing of campaigns. Several councilors thanked those who served on this committee and Councilor Burnley asked what the next steps might be. The response was that the Council would have to draft legislation for approval by the state legislature as the first next step. The Council could also opt to place the matter on the ballot. President McLaughlin stated that he will convene a Committee of the Whole to discuss this matter in depth before the end of this year.\f1\par }

    • 📎 Proposed Somerville Charter Text - APPROVED 7_14_final
    • 📎 Charter Review Presentation Sept 8 2022_final
    • 📎 Somerville Charter Review Final Report_final
    • 📎 11.09.22 CHARTER WHOLE Presentation
    • 📎 11.21.22 CHARTER WHOLE Presentation
    • 📎 01.11.23 CHARTER WHOLE Presentation
    • 📎 01.25.23 CHARTER WHOLE Presentation
    • 📎 02.22.23 CHARTER WHOLE Presentation
    • 📎 03.22.23 CHARTER WHOLE Presentation
    • 📎 04.12.23 CHARTER WHOLE Presentation
    • 📎 04.26.23 CHARTER WHOLE Proposed Charter Text
    • 📎 05.10.23 CHARTER WHOLE Presentation
    • 📎 05.24.23 CHARTER WHOLE Proposed Charter Text - Requested Language & Analyst Recommendations
    • 📎 05.24.23 CHARTER WHOLE Presentation
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47. 9. New Business
48. 9.1.
    22-1491 Public Communication Placed on file and sent for discussion

    77 registered voters requesting a Public Hearing on adopting a Green New Deal.

    • 📎 77 Voters Petition re Green New Deal
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49. 9.2.
    22-1504 License Approved

    New Sign/Awning License, Athleta, 501 Assembly Row, 2 blade and 2 illuminated channel signs.

    • 📎 Sign Athleta 501 Assembly
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50. 9.3.
    22-1483 Public Event Approved

    Rob Maher applying for a Public Event License for Spring Hill BP on September 10 from 10am to 11pm (raindate September 17).

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\nowidctlpar\sl-284\slmult0\tx2640\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the reading and approve the item.\f1\par }

    Roll call: 11 none

    • Willie Burnley Jr.None
    • Charlotte KellyNone
    • Kristen StrezoNone
    • Jake WilsonNone
    • Matthew McLaughlinNone
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottNone
    • Ben Ewen-CampenNone
    • Jesse ClinganNone
    • Beatriz Gomez Mouakad None
    • Lance L. DavisNone
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldNone

    • 📎 PE Spring Hill BP 9-10
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51. 9.4.
    22-1495 Public Event Approved

    Gilman Sq Neighborhood Association applying for a Public Event License for Gilman Sq Arts and Music Festival on September 10 from 11am to 7pm.

    {\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 Burnley moved to waive the reading and approve the item.\f1\par }

    Roll call: 11 none

    • Willie Burnley Jr.None
    • Charlotte KellyNone
    • Kristen StrezoNone
    • Jake WilsonNone
    • Matthew McLaughlinNone
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottNone
    • Ben Ewen-CampenNone
    • Jesse ClinganNone
    • Beatriz Gomez Mouakad None
    • Lance L. DavisNone
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldNone

    • 📎 PE Gilman Sq Festival 9-10
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52. 9.5.
    22-1484 Public Event Approved

    Macy Coffey applying for a Public Event License for Lowden BP on September 10 from 12pm to 9pm (raindate September 11).

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the reading and approve the item.\f1\par }

    Roll call: 11 none

    • Willie Burnley Jr.None
    • Charlotte KellyNone
    • Kristen StrezoNone
    • Jake WilsonNone
    • Matthew McLaughlinNone
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottNone
    • Ben Ewen-CampenNone
    • Jesse ClinganNone
    • Beatriz Gomez Mouakad None
    • Lance L. DavisNone
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldNone

    • 📎 PE Lowden BP 9-10
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53. 9.6.
    22-1507 Public Event Approved

    Brandon Wilson applying for a Public Event License for Josephine Ave Neighborhood BP on September 10 from 3pm to 9pm (raindate September 25).

    {\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 Burnley moved to waive the reading and approve the item.\f1\par }

    Roll call: 11 none

    • Willie Burnley Jr.None
    • Charlotte KellyNone
    • Kristen StrezoNone
    • Jake WilsonNone
    • Matthew McLaughlinNone
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottNone
    • Ben Ewen-CampenNone
    • Jesse ClinganNone
    • Beatriz Gomez Mouakad None
    • Lance L. DavisNone
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldNone

    • 📎 PE Josephine Ave BP 9-10
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54. 9.7.
    22-1485 Public Event Approved

    Emily Hardt applying for a Public Event License for Teele Square Neighborhood BP on September 11 from 2pm to 8pm (raindate September 24).

    {\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 Burnley moved to waive the reading and approve the item.\f1\par }

    Roll call: 11 none

    • Willie Burnley Jr.None
    • Charlotte KellyNone
    • Kristen StrezoNone
    • Jake WilsonNone
    • Matthew McLaughlinNone
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottNone
    • Ben Ewen-CampenNone
    • Jesse ClinganNone
    • Beatriz Gomez Mouakad None
    • Lance L. DavisNone
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldNone

    • 📎 PE Teele Sq BP 9-11
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55. 9.8.
    22-1486 Public Event Approved

    Helen Corrigan applying for a Public Event License for Irving St BP on September 17 from 10am to 8pm (raindate September 18).

    {\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 Burnley moved to waive the reading and approve the item.\f1\par }

    Roll call: 11 none

    • Willie Burnley Jr.None
    • Charlotte KellyNone
    • Kristen StrezoNone
    • Jake WilsonNone
    • Matthew McLaughlinNone
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottNone
    • Ben Ewen-CampenNone
    • Jesse ClinganNone
    • Beatriz Gomez Mouakad None
    • Lance L. DavisNone
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldNone

    • 📎 PE Irving St BP 9-17
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56. 9.9.
    22-1498 Public Event Approved

    Tristan Cunha applying for a Public Event License for Holyoke Rd BP on September 17 from 11am to 7pm (raindate September 18).

    {\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 Burnley moved to waive the reading and approve the item.\f1\par }

    Roll call: 11 none

    • Willie Burnley Jr.None
    • Charlotte KellyNone
    • Kristen StrezoNone
    • Jake WilsonNone
    • Matthew McLaughlinNone
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottNone
    • Ben Ewen-CampenNone
    • Jesse ClinganNone
    • Beatriz Gomez Mouakad None
    • Lance L. DavisNone
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldNone

    • 📎 PE Holyoke Rd BP 9-17
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57. 9.10.
    22-1487 Public Event Approved

    Janet McNamara applying for a Public Event License for Grove St BP on September 17 from 2pm to 8pm (raindate September 18).

    {\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 Burnley moved to waive the reading and approve the item.\f1\par }

    Roll call: 11 none

    • Willie Burnley Jr.None
    • Charlotte KellyNone
    • Kristen StrezoNone
    • Jake WilsonNone
    • Matthew McLaughlinNone
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottNone
    • Ben Ewen-CampenNone
    • Jesse ClinganNone
    • Beatriz Gomez Mouakad None
    • Lance L. DavisNone
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldNone

    • 📎 PE Grove St BP 9-17
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58. 9.11.
    22-1500 Public Event Approved

    Nelson Salazar applying for a Public Event License for Virginia St BP on September 18 from 2pm to 8pm (raindate September 25).

    {\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 Burnley moved to waive the reading and approve the item.\f1\par }

    Roll call: 11 none

    • Willie Burnley Jr.None
    • Charlotte KellyNone
    • Kristen StrezoNone
    • Jake WilsonNone
    • Matthew McLaughlinNone
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottNone
    • Ben Ewen-CampenNone
    • Jesse ClinganNone
    • Beatriz Gomez Mouakad None
    • Lance L. DavisNone
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldNone

    • 📎 PE Virginia St BP 9-18
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59. 9.12.
    22-1488 Public Event Approved

    Nels Nelson applying for a Public Event License for Prospect Hill BP on September 18 from 3pm to 8pm (raindate October 2).

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the reading and approve the item.\f1\par }

    Roll call: 11 none

    • Willie Burnley Jr.None
    • Charlotte KellyNone
    • Kristen StrezoNone
    • Jake WilsonNone
    • Matthew McLaughlinNone
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottNone
    • Ben Ewen-CampenNone
    • Jesse ClinganNone
    • Beatriz Gomez Mouakad None
    • Lance L. DavisNone
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldNone

    • 📎 PE Prospect Hill BP 9-18
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60. 9.13.
    22-1499 Public Event Approved

    Anton Tutter applying for a Public Event License for Outside on Oxford on September 24 from 1pm to 10pm.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the reading and approve the item.\f1\par }

    Roll call: 11 none

    • Willie Burnley Jr.None
    • Charlotte KellyNone
    • Kristen StrezoNone
    • Jake WilsonNone
    • Matthew McLaughlinNone
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottNone
    • Ben Ewen-CampenNone
    • Jesse ClinganNone
    • Beatriz Gomez Mouakad None
    • Lance L. DavisNone
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldNone

    • 📎 PE Outside on Oxford 9-24
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61. 9.14.
    22-1497 Public Event Approved

    Pearl Emmons applying for a Public Event License for Glenwood Rd BP on October 15 from 12:30pm to 9:30pm (raindate October 16).

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the reading and approve the item.\f1\par }

    Roll call: 11 none

    • Willie Burnley Jr.None
    • Charlotte KellyNone
    • Kristen StrezoNone
    • Jake WilsonNone
    • Matthew McLaughlinNone
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottNone
    • Ben Ewen-CampenNone
    • Jesse ClinganNone
    • Beatriz Gomez Mouakad None
    • Lance L. DavisNone
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldNone

    • 📎 PE Glenwood Rd BP 10-15
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62. 10. Supplemental Items
63. 10.1.
    22-1527 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management provide an update on the status of the School Building Feasibility Study.

    {\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 Gomez Mouakad commented that the chiller at the Kennedy and Winter Hill Schools have failed recently. She read a document from the City of Chelsea regarding school building maintenance and said that Somerville is on the threshold of having schools closed because of problems.\f1\par }

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64. 10.2.
    22-1528 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management provide an update on the status of the School Building Systems Feasibility Study.

    {\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 Gomez Mouakad commented that the chiller at the Kennedy and Winter Hill Schools have failed recently. She read a document from the City of Chelsea regarding school building maintenance and said that Somerville is on the threshold of having schools closed because of problems.\f1\par }

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65. 10.3.
    22-1529 Order Approved and sent for discussion

    That the Director of Health and Human Services take steps to install emergency contraception dispensers in designated city bathrooms.

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66. 10.4.
    22-1530 Communication Placed on file

    In his capacity as President, conveying the creation of a Special Committee on Charter Review.

    {\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 The committee will be comprised of 3 City Councilors and will meet as a Committee of the Whole.\f1\par }

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67. 10.5.
    22-1509 Mayor's Request Referred for recommendation

    Requesting acceptance of an additional $500,000 grant with no new match required, from the MA Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development for Clarendon Hill Project infrastructure improvements.

    • 📎 MA Works - Clarendon Infrastructure
    • 📎 Revised MAWorks Contract - $4.9M
    • 📎 MassWorks PreContract Form - Somerville Clarendon Hill
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68. 10.6.
    22-0486 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to accept and expend a $9,877 grant with no new match required, from The Home Depot Foundation to the Veterans' Services Department for the Team Depot Volunteer Project to build a veterans moving wall.

    {\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 Kelly moved for approval. Councilor Strezo asked Home Depot to create a discount card for veterans.\f1\par }

    • 📎 HomeDepot Vets Grant 9-22
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69. 10.7.
    22-1502 Mayor's Request Approved

    Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $23,313.19 using available funds in various Parks & Recreation Department accounts for unpaid 2021 and 2022 invoices.

    {\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 Kelly moved for approval and said that most of the funds are for port-a-potties.\f1\par }

    • 📎 Parks & Rec Invoices 2021 - Pitsco, United Rental, CHS
    • 📎 Parks & Rec Invoices 2022 - CHS, Throne Depot, Crystal Chemical, Papa Johns, WB Mason
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70. 10.8.
    22-1532 Public Event Approved

    Veterans' Services Department applying for a Public Event License for 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on September 11 from 8:30am to 11:30am.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the reading and approve the item.\f1\par }

    Roll call: 11 none

    • Willie Burnley Jr.None
    • Charlotte KellyNone
    • Kristen StrezoNone
    • Jake WilsonNone
    • Matthew McLaughlinNone
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottNone
    • Ben Ewen-CampenNone
    • Jesse ClinganNone
    • Beatriz Gomez Mouakad None
    • Lance L. DavisNone
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldNone

    • 📎 PE Remembrance 9-11
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71. 10.9.
    22-1531 Public Event Approved

    John Long applying for a Public Event License for Chandler St BP on September 17 from 2:30pm to 7:30pm (raindate September 18).

    {\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 Burnley moved to waive the reading and approve the item.\f1\par }

    Roll call: 11 none

    • Willie Burnley Jr.None
    • Charlotte KellyNone
    • Kristen StrezoNone
    • Jake WilsonNone
    • Matthew McLaughlinNone
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottNone
    • Ben Ewen-CampenNone
    • Jesse ClinganNone
    • Beatriz Gomez Mouakad None
    • Lance L. DavisNone
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldNone

    • 📎 PE Chandler St BP 9-17
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72. 10.10.
    22-1533 Public Event Approved

    Somerville Homeless Coalition applying for a Public Event License for Somerville 5K Road Race on October 1 from 6am to 11:30am.

    {\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang1033{\fonttbl{\f0\froman\fprq2\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Times New Roman;}} {\colortbl ;\red0\green0\blue0;} \viewkind4\uc1\pard\cf1\f0\fs24 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the reading and approve the item.\f1\par }

    Roll call: 11 none

    • Willie Burnley Jr.None
    • Charlotte KellyNone
    • Kristen StrezoNone
    • Jake WilsonNone
    • Matthew McLaughlinNone
    • Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) ScottNone
    • Ben Ewen-CampenNone
    • Jesse ClinganNone
    • Beatriz Gomez Mouakad None
    • Lance L. DavisNone
    • Judy Pineda NeufeldNone

    • 📎 PE Homeless 5K Race 10-1
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73. 11. Late Items
74. 12. Adjournment