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City Council — Minutes, Mar 14, 2024
City of Somerville, Massachusetts
City Council
Meeting Minutes
7:00 PM
Thursday, March 14, 2024
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1.
OPENING CEREMONIES
The meeting was called to order at 7:01 PM by Ward Three City Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen.
the Council entered into recess at 7:08 PM and returned at 7:13 PM.
1.1.
Call of the Roll.
Roll Call
(ID # 24-0359)
Councilor Burnley arrived at 7:07 PM.
Councilor Scott arrived at 7:16 PM.
PLACED ON FILE
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor Matthew McLaughlin
Ward Six City Councilor Lance L. Davis
City Councilor At Large Jake Wilson
Ward Five City Councilor Naima Sait
Ward Two City Councilor Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) Scott
City Councilor At Large Willie Burnley Jr.
Ward Four City Councilor Jesse Clingan
City Councilor At Large Kristen Strezo
Ward Seven City Councilor Judy Pineda Neufeld
Ward Three City Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen
Present:
City Councilor At Large Wilfred N. Mbah
Absent:
1.2.
Remembrances.
Remembrances
(ID # 24-0360)
APPROVED
RESULT:
1.3.
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 8, 2024.
Minutes
(ID # 24-0361)
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
2.
CITATIONS
2.1.
By Councilor Pineda Neufeld
Commending Crossing Guards for their service protecting children on a
daily basis on their way to and from school.
Citation
(ID # 24-0330)
Councilor Pineda Neufeld, on behalf of the City Council, thanked the
Crossing Guards for their work in keeping the city’s school children and
pedestrians safe. Each of the Crossing Guards present was recognized and
presented a citation by Mayor Ballantyne in recognition of their work.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
3.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
3.1.
Verizon applying for a Grant of Location to install 3 new Manholes and a
total of 522 feet of conduit in Columbia Street starting from existing
Verizon Manhole 44/220 at the intersection of Tremont Street and Webster
Avenue to an existing Utility Pole 76/4 located in front of 512 Columbia
Street.
Grant of Location
(ID # 24-0300)
Alexander Marrero, representing Verizon, spoke in favor of the item and
explained the purpose of the request. There being no further speakers, the
Public Hearing was closed.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
3.2.
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 8 feet of conduit in
Packard Avenue, from Utility Pole 266/14 to a point of pickup at 123
Packard Avenue.
Grant of Location
(ID # 24-0301)
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.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
3.3.
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 44 feet of conduit in
Medford Street, from Manhole 27346 to a point of pickup at 307 Medford
Street.
Grant of Location
(ID # 24-0302)
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.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
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4.
ORDERS, ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND MOTIONS OF MEMBERS
4.1.
By Councilor Ewen-Campen and Councilor Burnley Jr.
That the Administration collaborate with this Council to draft a zoning
ordinance to remove the requirement to build unnecessary new parking
spaces.
Resolution
(ID # 24-0325)
Councilor Ewen-Campen thanked the Administration for partnering in this
effort and pointed out that the proposal is easily misunderstood, i.e., many
people believe that this would eliminate parking spaces. He made it clear
that this ordinance does not get rid of parking and would help to somewhat
alleviate the traffic problems experienced in the city. Councilor
Ewen-Campen continued, saying that a prime reason for the city’s traffic
problem is because the city allowed large companies to build parking
garages here and he believes that removing mandatory parking minimums
could help. The city’s current zoning sets certain requirements to build
parking in some areas while essentially forcing unnecessary parking to be
built, as well. Language will be submitted to address this and to get the ball
rolling on this matter. Councilor Burnley commented that the city has been
pushing on several issues, including making sure that streets are safe, and
removing mandatory regulations for parking and driveways makes it better
for those who have projects and allows more freedom to operate and build
the community we want to live in. He sponsored Director of Mobility Brad
Rawson and Devin Matte to address the Council.
Mr. Matte stated that parking minimums are terrible in many ways and hurt
communities by impacting housing costs through additional rent costs and
noted that adding a garage to an apartment reduces its value. Director
Rawson told the Council that the city supports this proposal, adding that the
zoning overhaul left some unintended consequences and the city is eager to
right-size parking. He said that case by case negotiations distract staff from
their work. Councilor Scott said this is the right time for this and he looks
forward to having minimum parking requirements eliminated.
Councilor Ewen-Campen said that he and Councilor Burnley will work on
proposed language, and he assured everyone that there will be a public
process. Councilor Davis asked about moving some mobility concepts into
an ordinance and Director Rawson responded by saying that a workflow was
laid out to Councilors Ewen-Campen and Burnley and that he would defer to
OSPCD senior staff for a more detailed explanation. Councilor Davis
expressed his concern based on the perspective the city has now and he
thinks that the changes can be accomplished through the normal zoning
process. Councilor McLaughlin said he is also concerned when he hears
“process” and thinks it might just need a few words to be changed in the
current zoning. He was also curious if the ‘no parking permit rule’ would
apply here. Councilor Burnley noted that eliminating a mandate does not
eliminate existing parking. Councilor Strezo asked if disability advocates
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were involved in discussions of this matter and Director Rawson replied that
presenting this item is just the first step. Councilor Strezo asked Councilor
Ewen-Campen the same question and he responded by saying that he has not
had direct conversations with ADA but he looks forward to doing so.
Councilor Strezo requested that the Land Use Committee meet as a
Committee of the Whole when conducting a public hearing on this matter,
as she wants to make sure there is enough ADA parking and that nobody is
disenfranchised.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
4.2.
By Councilor Ewen-Campen and Councilor Wilson
That the Administration provide a written update to this Council on the
status of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) spending to date.
Resolution
(ID # 24-0326)
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
4.3.
By Councilor Ewen-Campen
Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2025.
Communication
(ID # 24-0327)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
4.4.
By Councilor Wilson and Councilor Scott
That the Director of Water and Sewer and the Director of Procurement and
Contracting Services update this Council on the bidding process for IFB
24-39 (Repairs to Water Main Gate Valves and Appurtenance) and IFB
24-29 (Water Distribution System Maintenance & Repairs) and ensure
documentation is updated on the city's website for these bids and the
previous versions of these bids (IFB 21-51 and IFB 21-52) when they were
previously awarded in 2021.
Order
(ID # 24-0337)
Councilor Wilson stated that he would like to get in front of this matter
before awarding contracts for updates.
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
4.5.
By Councilor Wilson and Councilor Scott
That the Director of Engineering update this Council on any plans to refresh
worn and missing pedestrian crosswalk pavement markings on South Street,
between Medford Street and Windsor Street.
Order
(ID # 24-0339)
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Traffic and Parking Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
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4.6.
By Councilor Wilson, Councilor Clingan, Councilor Ewen-Campen and
Councilor Burnley Jr.
That the Administration and the Director of Capital Projects, in conjunction
with the Somerville Public Schools, update this Council on the scope and
costs involved to renovate the basement of the Edgerly School to reunite the
Winter Hill Community Innovation School community under one roof, the
relevant state and federal laws triggering required compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act, and the decision-making process around
the timeline for proceeding with this work.
Resolution
(ID # 24-0341)
Councilor Wilson said that the work at the Edgerly School, to accommodate
Pre-K and Kindergarten students, might have to be delayed. He asked that
the WHCIS community trust that the city is trying to accommodate them,
and to that end, he would like to see a transparent process. He sponsored a
WHCIS parent, Inez Santos, to address the Council. Ms. Santos said that it’s
been hard dealing with the current situation and that now parents are being
told that Pre-K and Kindergarten classes might be separate from the rest of
the school. She has heard of a proposal to transfer out of the WHCIS, but
she is not ready to give that up. Ms. Santos continued, saying that there are
after-school classes at other schools, but none for the WHCIS, adding that
the City Council needs to look at the pervasive inequities that exist. She
would like the Office of Racial and Social Justice to look into this and she
would like the city to figure out how to do the renovations this summer.
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
School Building Facilities and Maintenance Special
Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
4.7.
By Councilor Wilson
In his capacity as Chair of the Finance Committee, explaining the FY 2025
Shared Budget Priorities process with some key upcoming dates.
Communication
(ID # 24-0343)
Councilor Wilson outlined the process in a memo attached to this item. A
public hearing will be conducted on Tuesday March 19th and translation
services will be available. On March 26th, the Shared Budget Priorities
meeting will be held so that councilors may briefly highlight some of their
individual budget priorities. Additional details may be found in the memo.
PLACED ON FILE
RESULT:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
4.8.
By Councilor Sait, Councilor Burnley Jr., Councilor Wilson, Councilor
Ewen-Campen and Councilor Strezo
That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management and the Director
of the Office of Sustainability and Environment update this Council on plans
to decarbonize current school buildings and any future school buildings.
Order
(ID # 24-0338)
Councilor Sait submitted this item because she wants to start a conversation
about available state/federal funding.
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
School Building Facilities and Maintenance Special
Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
4.9.
By Councilor Pineda Neufeld
Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2025.
Communication
(ID # 24-0340)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
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4.10.
By Councilor Strezo
Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2025.
Communication
(ID # 24-0342)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
5.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
6.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
6.A.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
6.A.1.
Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on March 12, 2024.
Committee Report
(ID # 24-0363)
Councilor Wilson summarized the actions taken by the committee and
reported that the three items before the committee that night were all
recommended for approval.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
6.A.2.
By Councilor Strezo, Councilor Pineda Neufeld and Councilor Sait
Requesting approval of a transfer of $1,000 from the City Council Legal
Services Account to the City Council Office Supplies Account for the
purchase of furniture and supplies to create a space for children in the City
Council Chamber.
Order
(ID # 24-0174)
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
6.A.3.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $14,327.56 grant with no new
match required, from the Department of Fire Services to the Fire Department
for the purchase of firefighter safety equipment.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0189)
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
6.A.4.
Requesting authorization to borrow $2,240,740 in a bond, and to appropriate
the same amount to participate in the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund
for the Lead Line Service Replacement program.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0201)
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
6.B.
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
6.B.1.
Report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development,
meeting on February 28, 2024.
Committee Report
(ID # 24-0249)
Councilor Strezo summarized the actions taken by the committee and
reported that the committee kept two items in committee for further
discussion, as follows: 1) displacement and the number of households
seeking rental assistance, and 2) inclusive playground accessibility in future
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playground plans and redesign projects.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
6.B.2.
By Councilor Pineda Neufeld and Councilor Strezo
That the Administration honor the Commonwealth's Fourth Annual
Crossing Guard Appreciation between March 1-20, 2024 by planning
appreciation events and opportunities to thank our crossing guards.
Resolution
(ID # 24-0044)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.B.3.
By Councilor Strezo, Councilor Burnley Jr., Councilor Clingan, Councilor
Davis, Councilor Ewen-Campen, Councilor Sait, Councilor Scott and
Councilor Wilson
That the Director of Health and Human Services provide an update on the
communication efforts and rollout of the Warming Center, including the
plan to inform Armory tenants, and the plan for security and client
assistance.
Order
(ID # 24-0072)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.B.4.
By Councilor Strezo
That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and
Community Development discuss the maintenance plan for the Armory
building.
Order
(ID # 24-0076)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.C.
LEGISLATIVE MATTERS COMMITTEE
6.C.1.
Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on February 27,
2024.
Committee Report
(ID # 24-0248)
Councilor Davis summarized the actions taken by the committee and spoke
about the 2023 Surveillance Technology Annual Report and the public’s
ability to file a complaint about or access surveillance data. He noted that
these annual reports are not subject to City Council approval, however, there
is an ordinance that allows the Council to take up an ordinance to prohibit a
particular use. Councilor Burnley spoke about Shot Spotter and the process
for filing a complaint and noted that he could not find this information on
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the SPD website.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
6.C.2.
Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Section 6-59 of the Code of
Ordinances, to amend the definition of guidelines.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0144)
ORDINANCE ORDAINED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
6.D.
PUBLIC HEALTH AND PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
6.D.1.
Report of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on
February 29, 2024.
Committee Report
(ID # 24-0250)
Councilor McLaughlin summarized the actions taken by the committee and
said he’s using the committee forum to discuss homelessness in the city and
to receive monthly updates regarding ongoing efforts to address it. He noted
that on April 17th, MADOT will be removing people from under Route 93
due to construction and that he has not yet seen a plan to deal with this.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
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6.E.
RODENT ISSUES SPECIAL COMMITTEE
6.E.1.
Report of the Special Committee on Rodent Issues, meeting on February 27,
2024.
Committee Report
(ID # 24-0247)
Councilor Clingan summarized the actions taken by the committee and
stated that the meeting focused on efforts to move away from the use of
rodenticides to control the rat population.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
6.E.2.
By Councilor Clingan, Councilor Ewen-Campen, Councilor Burnley Jr.,
Councilor Wilson, Councilor Mbah, Councilor Pineda Neufeld, Councilor
Strezo and Councilor Sait
That the Environmental Health Coordinator discuss alternatives to the use of
bait traps containing poison to dispatch rats.
Order
(ID # 24-0150)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.F.
TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMITTEE
6.F.1.
Report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on February 26,
2024.
Committee Report
(ID # 24-0246)
Councilor Sait summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported
that the four items before the committee that night were recommended to be
marked as work completed.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
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6.F.2.
By Councilor Strezo and Councilor Pineda Neufeld
That the Director of Parking ensure that the parking meters in front of the
Tufts Administration Building (TAB) are reserved for TAB building visitors
with disability placards, Mondays through Fridays from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM,
to assist with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility.
Order
(ID # 24-0041)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.F.3.
By Councilor Ewen-Campen and Councilor Wilson
That the Director of Engineering install robust, permanent pedestrian
crossing signage at the intersection of Vinal and Highland Avenues, given
the importance of this crosswalk for High School students and many others.
Order
(ID # 24-0088)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.F.4.
By Councilor Strezo
That the Director of Parking establish alternative drop off zones, including
reverse direction drop off zones, in front of the City Hall concourse from the
hours of 7:30 AM to 8:15 AM and 2:15 PM to 3:00 PM while portions of
Highland Avenue are under active construction near the High School, City
Hall and the Central Library.
Order
(ID # 24-0170)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.F.5.
By Councilor Strezo
That the Director of Mobility and the Director of Parking discuss if and
where additional Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) walking routes and
ADA parking spots have been designated for visitors to the High School,
City Hall and the Central Library while Highland Avenue construction is
underway and while current routes and ADA parking spots may be
inaccessible due to construction.
Order
(ID # 24-0171)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
7.
COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR
7.1.
Requesting approval to appropriate $450,000 from the Traffic Safety
Stabilization fund for engineering and streetscape reconstruction work in the
Western Washington Street area.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0245)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
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7.2.
Requesting the appropriation of $10,000 from the Community Preservation
Act (CPA) Fund Historic Preservation Reserve to the Somerville Museum
for preservation of assets in the museum's collections.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0276)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
7.3.
Requesting approval of a transfer of $8,050 from the Police Department
Personal Services Overtime Account to the Police Department Special Items
Grant Match Account to fund the Metropolitan Mayors Coalition
Community Safety Initiative Shannon Grant match.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0332)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
7.4.
Requesting approval to enter into a contract with outside legal counsel for
the appeal of the Superior Court judgment against the Somerville
Redevelopment Authority in the matter of the 90 Washington Street property
at Cobble Hill.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0323)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
7.5.
Requesting approval of a time-only extension to 4/30/2025 for the contract
with ADS LLC for flow metering services.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0193)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
7.6.
Requesting approval of a time-only extension to 6/30/2025 for the contract
with Classic Site Solutions, to complete approved additional design services
for the Healey schoolyard, soccer field and path.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0280)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
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REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
7.7.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $1,873,000 grant with no new
match required, from the Department of Housing and Urban Development to
the Office of Strategic Planning & Community Development Housing
Division for replacing windows in the Mystic River and Mystic View
housing developments.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0274)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
7.8.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $131,920 grant from the
Department of Energy - Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant
program to the Office of Sustainability and Environment to partially fund
the Argenziano LED conversion project.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0320)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
7.9.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $79,500 grant with no new
match required, from SFY2024 Massachusetts Municipal Public Safety
Staffing Program to the Police Department for overtime to provide adequate
shift coverage.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0334)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
7.10.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $39,000 grant with no new
match required, from the Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) to the Fire
Department for the installation of security cameras for fire stations.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0216)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
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7.11.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $24,150 grant that requires a
match, from the Metropolitan Mayors Coalition Community Safety Initiative
to the Police Department for youth violence prevention..
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0333)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
7.12.
Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Kenneth Silva to the position
of Fire Deputy Chief.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0215)
Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.12, and
10.24 through 10.29 and refer them to the Committee on Confirmation of
Appointments and Personnel Matters.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters
Committee
FOLLOWUP:
7.13.
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Nicholas Salerno as
Elections Commissioner.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0298)
Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.13
through 7.16 and approve them tonight.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
7.14.
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Allison Bernard to the Urban
Forestry Committee.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0307)
Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.13
through 7.16 and approve them tonight.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
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ABSENT:
7.15.
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Marion Davis to the Urban
Forestry Committee.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0308)
Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.13
through 7.16 and approve them tonight.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
7.16.
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Adwoa Ampene to the
Urban Forestry Committee.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0310)
Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.13
through 7.16 and approve them tonight.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
8.
COMMUNICATIONS OF CITY OFFICERS
8.1.
Director of Health and Human Services conveying the Board of Health
Annual Report for 2022.
Officer's
Communication
(ID # 24-0126)
PLACED ON FILE
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
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ABSENT:
9.
NEW BUSINESS
9.1.
Renewing Automatic Amusement Device License, The Public, 563
Broadway.
License
(ID # 24-0217)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.2.
Renewing Billiards and Bowling License, The Public, 563 Broadway.
License
(ID # 24-0218)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.3.
New Drainlayer's License, Mass Earthworks & Demolition.
License
(ID # 24-0314)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.4.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, A.A. Will Corporation.
License
(ID # 24-0346)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.5.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Albanese Brothers Inc.
License
(ID # 24-0234)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.6.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Alfa Excavation Inc.
License
(ID # 24-0219)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.7.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Baystate Engineering Corp.
License
(ID # 24-0299)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.8.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, BSI Engineering.
License
(ID # 24-0345)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.9.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Capitol Services LLC.
License
(ID # 24-0220)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.10.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Caruso Corp.
License
(ID # 24-0351)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.11.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Cavalieri Construction.
License
(ID # 24-0306)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.12.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, C.J. Doherty Inc.
License
(ID # 24-0313)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.13.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Classic Site Solutions Inc.
License
(ID # 24-0279)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.14.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, C.M. Conway Construction Inc.
License
(ID # 24-0256)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.15.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Coastal Landscape Management.
License
(ID # 24-0221)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.16.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, D'Allessandro Corp.
License
(ID # 24-0222)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.17.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, D&M Civil Inc.
License
(ID # 24-0224)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.18.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, E.B. Rotondi & Sons Inc.
License
(ID # 24-0316)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.19.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Ferrante Construction LLC.
License
(ID # 24-0321)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.20.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Galway Excavation LLC.
License
(ID # 24-0347)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.21.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Hercules C+G Drain Inc.
License
(ID # 24-0350)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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March 14, 2024
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.22.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, James W. Flett Co., Inc.
License
(ID # 24-0223)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.23.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, JF Excavation Corp.
License
(ID # 24-0273)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.24.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, J.J. Phelan & Son Co., Inc.
License
(ID # 24-0318)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Meeting Minutes
March 14, 2024
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.25.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Metro Equipment Corporation.
License
(ID # 24-0225)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.26.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Minkin Construction.
License
(ID # 24-0282)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.27.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Mirra Co., LLC.
License
(ID # 24-0233)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Meeting Minutes
March 14, 2024
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.28.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, M.T. Mayo Corp.
License
(ID # 24-0290)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.29.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, NCCL Enterprises.
License
(ID # 24-0257)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.30.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Raffaele Constructions Corp.
License
(ID # 24-0243)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Meeting Minutes
March 14, 2024
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.31.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, R.M. Pacella Inc.
License
(ID # 24-0344)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.32.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Sean Farrell Excavation Inc.
License
(ID # 24-0244)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.33.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Tim Zanelli Excavating LLC.
License
(ID # 24-0283)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Meeting Minutes
March 14, 2024
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.34.
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Cataldo Ambulance Service
Inc, 137 Washington St.
License
(ID # 24-0226)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.35.
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Chow N Joy, 626 Somerville
Ave.
License
(ID # 24-0227)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.36.
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Dakzen, 195 Elm St.
License
(ID # 24-0228)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Meeting Minutes
March 14, 2024
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.37.
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Dumpling Kitchen, 215
Highland Ave.
License
(ID # 24-0291)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.38.
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Dunkin Donuts, 282
Somerville Ave.
License
(ID # 24-0229)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.39.
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Mayer Campus Center, 44
Professors Row.
License
(ID # 24-0292)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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March 14, 2024
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.40.
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Tisch Library Cafe, 35
Professors Row.
License
(ID # 24-0293)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.41.
Renewing Garage License, 101 South Street Owner LLC, 101 South St.
License
(ID # 24-0230)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.42.
Renewing Garage License, Arco Tire Auto Service Repair LLC, 18
Clarendon Ave.
License
(ID # 24-0231)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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March 14, 2024
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.43.
Renewing Garage License, Auto Plus, 229 Lowell St.
License
(ID # 24-0277)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.44.
Renewing Garage License, Automotive Transport Services Inc, 40 Joy St.
License
(ID # 24-0297)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.45.
Renewing Garage License, BBC Auto Repair, 42 Joy St.
License
(ID # 24-0236)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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March 14, 2024
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.46.
Renewing Garage License, Brazil Auto Repair Inc, 621 Somerville Ave.
License
(ID # 24-0232)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.47.
Renewing Garage License, Broadway Brake Corp, 45 Broadway.
License
(ID # 24-0235)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.48.
Renewing Garage License, Broadway Motor Cars, 161 Broadway.
License
(ID # 24-0352)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Meeting Minutes
March 14, 2024
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.49.
Renewing Garage License, Broadway Sunoco, 258 Broadway.
License
(ID # 24-0348)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.50.
Renewing Garage License, Cataldo Ambulance Service, 4 Joy St.
License
(ID # 24-0237)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.51.
Renewing Garage License, D.M. Auto Body, 48 Joy St.
License
(ID # 24-0278)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Page 35 of 64
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March 14, 2024
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.52.
Renewing Garage License, DM Auto Services Inc, 45 Webster Ave.
License
(ID # 24-0238)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.53.
Renewing Garage License, Gene Automotive Repair, 56 Joy St.
License
(ID # 24-0294)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.54.
Renewing Garage License, Herb Chambers, 71 Linwood St.
License
(ID # 24-0239)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Page 36 of 64
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March 14, 2024
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.55.
Renewing Garage License, Herb Chambers, 259 McGrath Hwy.
License
(ID # 24-0240)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.56.
Renewing Garage License, Hillside Service Center, 45 Mystic Ave.
License
(ID # 24-0241)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.57.
Renewing Garage License, MAC, 53 Russell St.
License
(ID # 24-0349)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.58.
Renewing Garage License, Mass General Brigham, 399 Revolution Dr.
License
(ID # 24-0242)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.59.
Renewing Garage License, Mercedes Benz of Boston, 161 Linwood St.
License
(ID # 24-0258)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.60.
Renewing Garage License, Mercedes Benz of Boston Commercial Vans,
161 Linwood St.
License
(ID # 24-0259)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.61.
Renewing Garage License, Modern Floors, 22 Marshall St.
License
(ID # 24-0272)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.62.
Renewing Garage License, Original Auto Body and Mechanic, 12 Joy St.
License
(ID # 24-0260)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.63.
Renewing Garage License, Pearl Street Auto Sales, 182 Pearl St.
License
(ID # 24-0355)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.64.
Renewing Garage License, Ravelo's Auto Service, 61 Washington St.
License
(ID # 24-0322)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.65.
Renewing Garage License, Real Auto Shop, 463 McGrath Hwy.
License
(ID # 24-0295)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.66.
Renewing Garage License, Somerville Auto Center, 193 Somerville Ave.
License
(ID # 24-0261)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.67.
Renewing Garage License, Tracer Technologies Inc, 20 Assembly Square
Dr.
License
(ID # 24-0262)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.68.
Renewing Garage License, Webster Auto Body, 69 Webster Ave.
License
(ID # 24-0263)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.69.
Renewing Open Air Vendor License, The Somerville Flea, Buena Vista
parking lot.
License
(ID # 24-0264)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.70.
Renewing Outdoor Parking License, Day/Dover Parking LLC, 55 Day St.
License
(ID # 24-0296)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.71.
Renewing Outdoor Parking License, Martha Lee Trust, 147 Highland Ave.
License
(ID # 24-0265)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.72.
Renewing Outdoor Parking License, Mercedes Benz of Boston, 161
Linwood St.
License
(ID # 24-0266)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.73.
Renewing Outdoor Parking License, Nissenbaum Auto Parts Inc, 480
Columbia St.
License
(ID # 24-0354)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.74.
Renewing Second Hand Dealer License, Atlas Metals Inc, 475 Columbia St.
License
(ID # 24-0268)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.75.
Renewing Second Hand Dealer License, Metamorphosis, 93 Holland St.
License
(ID # 24-0269)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.76.
Renewing Second Hand Dealer License, Nissenbaum Auto Parts Inc, 480
Columbia St.
License
(ID # 24-0353)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.77.
Renewing Second Hand Dealer License, Talewsky Enterprises Inc, 508
Columbia St.
License
(ID # 24-0270)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.78.
Transferring Taxi Medallion License, from Somerville Transportation
Company Inc to Bostonshuttles.com LLP for Medallions #69 and #71.
License
(ID # 24-0315)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.79.
Transferring Taxi Medallion License, from Eastern Transportation Company
Inc to BAETDA Transportation Services LLC for Medallions #73 and #87.
License
(ID # 24-0317)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.80.
Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Joseph Nicolas, Med. #79.
License
(ID # 24-0271)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.81.
New Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Ravelo's Auto Sales, 61 Washington
St, for 0 vehicles inside and 1 vehicles outside, Mon-Fri: 8am-6pm, Sat:
8am-2pm, Sun: closed.
License
(ID # 24-0267)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the reading of items 9.81 and refer it to
the Licenses and Permits Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
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Licenses and Permits Committee
FOLLOWUP:
9.82.
Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Four Wheels Auto, 83 Albion
St.
License
(ID # 24-0275)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.83.
Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Motorcycles & More LLC, 109
Bailey Rd.
License
(ID # 24-0281)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.84.
Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Pearl Street Auto Sales, 182
Pearl St.
License
(ID # 24-0356)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
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9.85.
St Benedict Parish applying for a Public Event License for Easter Vigil on
March 30 from 7pm to 8:30pm.
Public Event
(ID # 24-0303)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.86.
Janine Fay applying for a Public Event License for Dancing in the Street on
April 4 from 4:30pm to 9:30pm (raindate April 5).
Public Event
(ID # 24-0304)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.87.
SomerPromise applying for a Public Event License for Week of Young
Child Celebration on April 11 from 3:30pm to 7:30pm.
Public Event
(ID # 24-0311)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
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9.88.
Somerville Road Runners applying for a Public Event License for M.O.M.'s
5K Run and Walk for Cancer on May 12 from 7am to 2pm.
Public Event
(ID # 24-0312)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.89.
Arts Council and New England Hongkongers Association applying for a
Public Event License for New England Hong Kong Festival on May 18 from
2:30pm to 9:30pm (raindate May 19).
Public Event
(ID # 24-0305)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.90.
Greater Boston Labor Council nominating Yesenia Alfaro to the Wage Theft
Advisory Committee.
Public
Communication
(ID # 24-0288)
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
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9.91.
Tufts University conveying its Spring 2024 Accountability Report.
Public
Communication
(ID # 24-0289)
PLACED ON FILE
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.92.
Harvard University conveying its Spring 2024 Accountability Report.
Public
Communication
(ID # 24-0309)
PLACED ON FILE
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.93.
Lexi Herter submitting comments re: pedestrian safety.
Public
Communication
(ID # 24-0284)
PLACED ON FILE
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.94.
Josh Dahl submitting comments re: blocked sidewalk.
Public
Communication
(ID # 24-0285)
PLACED ON FILE
RESULT:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.95.
Derek DuPont submitting comments re: ShotSpotter sensors.
Public
Communication
(ID # 24-0286)
PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Legislative Matters Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.96.
Jim Bossi submitting comments re: affordable housing.
Public
Communication
(ID # 24-0287)
PLACED ON FILE
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.97.
Ten individuals, including five residents, submitting comments re: item
24-0059, a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 321
Washington Street from Fabrication (FAB) to Commercial Industry (CI).
Public
Communication
(ID # 24-0328)
PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Land Use Committee
FOLLOWUP:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
9.98.
Union Square Neighborhood Council submitting comments re: Community
Benefits Agreement Summits regarding Somernova Project.
Public
Communication
(ID # 24-0329)
PLACED ON FILE
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.
SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS
10.1.
By Councilor Burnley Jr.
That the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Director update this Council
on plans to allocate funds to implement a medical debt cancellation
program.
Order
(ID # 24-0369)
Councilor Burnley explained that ARPA funds must be obligated prior to the
end of this year and said this allocation would account for about $200,000 of
those funds. He would like a plan presented to put funds towards this
program.
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
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10.2.
By Councilor Burnley Jr.
That the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment update
this Council on the design, cost, and implementation timeline for the city's
composting program.
Order
(ID # 24-0370)
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Open Space, Environment and Energy Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.3.
By Councilor Burnley Jr.
That the Director of Mobility implement daylighting at the odd side
intersection of Medford and Bartlett Streets, to remove one parking spot
next to the mailbox to improve safety.
Order
(ID # 24-0372)
Councilor Burnley explained that there have been accidents at this
intersection due to obstructed views of vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.4.
By Councilor Burnley Jr.
That the Director of Racial and Social Justice update this Council on policy
proposals from the Anti-Violence Working Group convened last year.
Order
(ID # 24-0376)
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable
Populations Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
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City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.5.
By Councilor Burnley Jr. and Councilor Sait
In Support of Racially Inclusive Curriculum.
Resolution
(ID # 24-0366)
Councilor Burnley spoke about being in the midst of a national crisis where
diversity, equity and inclusion efforts are being attacked. He asked that this
resolution be approved to support a bill at the state house that addresses this
subject.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.6.
By Councilor Burnley Jr. and Councilor Sait
In Support of Higher Education for All.
Resolution
(ID # 24-0367)
Councilor Burnley said Somerville has a vibrant school age population and
data shows that it is comprised predominantly by students of color who
attend college less than the state average. The city doesn’t have funds to
subsidize tuition costs, but it can advocate for those who can’t afford a
private education. This resolution is in support of a bill at the state house
that addresses some of the problems of providing higher education for all.
Councilor Burnley Sponsored Jim Kaplan and Shana Berger to address the
Council. Mr. Kaplan, a city resident and member of the MTA, explained
how this subject fits into history and how this bill is an effort to offset
historic trends of educating those who can afford it. Ms. Berger, a city
resident and Adjunct Professor at Bunker Hill Community College spoke
about funding for public education, noting that there was a 31% reduction in
funding since 2001. This bill seeks to improve working conditions for staff
while serving a more vulnerable population.
Councilor Sait ran down a list of the benefits to be realized by passage of the
bill and she sponsored Vincent Bucourt, Freshman at Somerville High
School and Dayshawn Simmons, Somerville Educators' Union President to
address the Council. Vincent Bucourt spoke about incurring debt for higher
education and Dayshawn Simmons spoke about financial fears of attaining a
higher education and encouraged the Council to support the bill.
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APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.7.
By Councilor Burnley Jr.
That the Administration update this Council about the length of the
ShotSpotter contract and discontinue its use by all relevant departments.
Resolution
(ID # 24-0368)
Councilor Burnley said there has been an uptick in complaints/concerns
about this technology. He noted that use of this technology has been
discontinued in Fall River and several other locales across the country due to
its inaccuracy. He said that there are other, safer technologies available and
pointed out that 70% of ShotSpotter installations are in communities of
people of color.
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Legislative Matters Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.8.
By Councilor Burnley Jr.
That the Administration update this Council on plans for the $244,891.15
received as part of the Massachusetts Municipal Opioid Abatement
Payments.
Resolution
(ID # 24-0371)
Councilor Burnley explained that payments to the city began in 2022, with
four payments being received to date, and six payments remaining to be
made. Last year, the Council approved creating a stabilization fund to house
these abatement funds. Councilor Burnley stated the funds have not been
placed into the proper fund and that the city should be clear about its plan
and use the funds where they will have the greatest effect. He wants to know
what the plan is and how it can be deployed to save peoples’ lives.
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Public Health and Public Safety Committee
FOLLOWUP:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.9.
By Councilor Burnley Jr.
Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2025.
Communication
(ID # 24-0377)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.10.
By Councilor Davis
Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2025.
Communication
(ID # 24-0378)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
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10.11.
By Councilor Wilson
Conveying an invitation to watch the 2023/24 middle grades intramural
futsal boys and girls championship games on Saturday, March 16, at the East
Somerville Community School gym.
Communication
(ID # 24-0383)
PLACED ON FILE
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.12.
By Councilor McLaughlin
That the Director of Inspectional Services inspect 112 Broadway, 176-182
Broadway, and 24-28 Broadway for violations and report the findings to the
Ward 1 City Councilor.
Order
(ID # 24-0384)
Councilor McLaughlin said this is due to a lack of accountability from
developers. He explained that he asked ISD for data on the property and did
not receive it. He said that his calls to ISD are not being returned and that he
was referred to a liaison in the Mayor’s Office. Councilor McLaughlin said
that he intends to keep submitting this, and other similar items, until he
receives the information he requested. In the meantime, he has opted to take
the problems to the public forum via social media. This experience with ISD
has him wondering where many prior orders have gone over the years. He
said that he will have city staff come to committee meetings to provide
answers, and if no answers are provided, he will file a freedom of
information request.
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Public Health and Public Safety Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.13.
By Councilor McLaughlin
That the Director of Inspectional Services update the Ward 1 Councilor
regarding any fines associated with 176-182 Broadway, formerly Patsy's
Pastries, in the last ten years.
Order
(ID # 24-0385)
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Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the readings of items 10.13 through
10.15 and approve them, with a copy to the Committee on Public Health and
Public Safety.
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Public Health and Public Safety Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.14.
By Councilor McLaughlin
That the Director of Inspectional Services update the Ward 1 Councilor
regarding any fines associated with 112 Broadway, formerly the East End
Grill, for any violations within the last ten years.
Order
(ID # 24-0386)
Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the readings of items 10.13 through
10.15 and approve them, with a copy to the Committee on Public Health and
Public Safety.
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Public Health and Public Safety Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.15.
By Councilor McLaughlin
That the Director of Inspectional Services update the Ward 1 Councilor
regarding any fines associated with 24-28 Broadway, the former Taco Loco
site, due to repeated cleanliness and business violations within the last two
years.
Order
(ID # 24-0387)
Councilor McLaughlin moved to waive the readings of items 10.13 through
10.15 and approve them, with a copy to the Committee on Public Health and
Public Safety.
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Public Health and Public Safety Committee
FOLLOWUP:
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Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.16.
By Councilor McLaughlin, Councilor Davis, Councilor Ewen-Campen,
Councilor Scott, Councilor Pineda Neufeld and Councilor Sait
That the Director of Inspectional Services appears before the Committee on
Public Health and Public Safety to discuss implementation of the Vacant
Properties Ordinance, and provide the Ward 1 Councilor with a list of
registered properties, the dates they were registered and any fees and fines
associated with the properties.
Order
(ID # 24-0388)
Councilor McLaughlin said this is done in Arlington and he was informed
by Somerville’s ISD staff that it isn’t being enforced here unless they
become aware of a situation.
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Public Health and Public Safety Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.17.
By Councilor McLaughlin
That the Director of Inspectional Services appear before the Committee on
Public Health and Public Safety to discuss the department's methods of
reporting, inputting and organizing fines within their databases.
Order
(ID # 24-0389)
Councilor McLaughlin questioned if this information exists at all.
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Public Health and Public Safety Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
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City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.18.
By Councilor Sait
Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2025.
Communication
(ID # 24-0390)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.19.
Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Sections 2-371, 11-125, and
11-164 the Code of Ordinances to reflect current operations of the water and
sewer department, and provide time and flexibility for financial planning
and development of rate forecast models.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0324)
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Legislative Matters Committee
FOLLOWUP:
10.20.
Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Sections 11-1, 11-3, 11-4,
Article V, 11-121, 11-124, 11-125, 11-126, 11-176, 11-182, and 11-183 of
the Code of Ordinances to reflect current department name, titles, and
operations of the water and sewer department.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0331)
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Legislative Matters Committee
FOLLOWUP:
10.21.
Requesting approval to appropriate $2,300,000 from the Open Space and
Acquisition Stabilization Fund to purchase the parcel at 508-512 Columbia
Street.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0335)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
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10.22.
Requesting approval to appropriate $2,300,000 from the Parks Stabilization
Fund to purchase the parcel located at 508-512 Columbia Street.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0336)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
10.23.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $375,224 Parkland Acquisitions
and Renovations for Communities (PARC) grant with no new match
required, from MA Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
(EEA) to the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development
Public Space and Urban Forestry Division for renovation and construction of
Henry Hansen Park.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0319)
Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 4.3, 4.9, 4.10, 7.1
through 7.11, 10.9, 10.10, 10.18, and 10.21 through 10.23 and refer them to
the Finance Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
10.24.
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Derek Doane to the position
of Firefighter.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0357)
Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.12, and
10.24 through 10.29 and refer them to the Committee on Confirmation of
Appointments and Personnel Matters.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters
Committee
FOLLOWUP:
10.25.
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jack Haigis to the position of
Firefighter.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0358)
Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.12, and
10.24 through 10.29 and refer them to the Committee on Confirmation of
Appointments and Personnel Matters.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters
Committee
FOLLOWUP:
10.26.
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of John Tivinis to the position
of Firefighter.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0362)
Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.12, and
10.24 through 10.29 and refer them to the Committee on Confirmation of
Appointments and Personnel Matters.
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REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters
Committee
FOLLOWUP:
10.27.
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Nicholas Cantone to the
position of Firefighter.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0364)
Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.12, and
10.24 through 10.29 and refer them to the Committee on Confirmation of
Appointments and Personnel Matters.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters
Committee
FOLLOWUP:
10.28.
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of William Deeks to the
position of Firefighter.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0365)
Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.12, and
10.24 through 10.29 and refer them to the Committee on Confirmation of
Appointments and Personnel Matters.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters
Committee
FOLLOWUP:
10.29.
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Sergio Rodriguez to the
position of Firefighter.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 24-0393)
Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to waive the readings of items 7.12, and
10.24 through 10.29 and refer them to the Committee on Confirmation of
Appointments and Personnel Matters.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters
Committee
FOLLOWUP:
10.30.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, C Naughton Corp.
License
(ID # 24-0374)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
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City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.31.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Form Up Sitework LLC.
License
(ID # 24-0381)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.32.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Tascon Corporation.
License
(ID # 24-0375)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.33.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Your Space Landscape and Const.
License
(ID # 24-0382)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
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10.34.
Renewing Garage License, Mass General Brigham, 21 Third Ave.
License
(ID # 24-0379)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.35.
Renewing Garage, Valvoline Instant Oil Change, 182 Washington St.
License
(ID # 24-0392)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
10.36.
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Alfredo's Italian Kitchen, 288
Broadway.
License
(ID # 24-0391)
Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.80,
9.82 through 9.89, and 10.30 through 10.36 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
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10.37.
Laura Kiesel submitting comments re: code of conduct.
Public
Communication
(ID # 24-0380)
PLACED ON FILE
RESULT:
Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City
Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward
Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott,
City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City
Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward
Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City
Councilor Ewen-Campen
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Mbah
ABSENT:
11.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was Adjourned at 9:38 PM.
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