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City of Somerville, Massachusetts City Council Regular Meeting Agenda City Council Chamber and Remote Participation 7:00 PM Thursday, August 22, 2024 Published August 20, 2024, 2:00 PM, Revised Published August 22, 2024, 11:15 AM, Revised Published August 22, 2024 1:45 PM (item 10.7). NOTICE: Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023, this meeting of the City Council may be conducted via remote participation. We will post an audio recording, audiovideo recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of these proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting on the City of Somerville website and local cable access government channels. Register at the following website to listen to this meeting live or to testify at any public hearing: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rTQmfy-RQCG_QqKLjtYHsA Individuals with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (i.e. CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures, in order to access the programs and activities of the City of Somerville or to attend meetings, should contact Adrienne Pomeroy in advance, at [phone removed] x2059 or ada@somervillema.gov. 1. OPENING CEREMONIES 1.1. Roll Call (ID # 24-1215) Call of the Roll. 1.2. Remembrances (ID # 24-1216) Remembrances. 1.3. Minutes (ID # 24-1217) Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 27, 2024. 2. CITATIONS 2.1. Citation (ID # 24-1192) By Councilor Strezo Commending the Animal Control Division for achieving a ‘No Kill’ status for the 2023 calendar year, and exceeding a 90% save rate for cats and dogs. Page 1 of 15
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda August 22, 2024 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS 3.1. Grant of Location (ID # 24-1093) Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 913 feet of conduit and three new manholes in Middlesex Avenue and Cummings Street. 3.2. Grant of Location (ID # 24-1095) Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 70 feet of conduit in Broadway, from Manhole 2573 to a point of pickup at 595 Broadway. 3.3. Grant of Location (ID # 24-1119) Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install approximately 90 feet of conduit in Bow Street, from existing Manhole 20747 to a point of pickup at 59-61 Bow Street. 3.4. Grant of Location (ID # 24-1094) Comcast applying for a Grant of Location to install 55 feet of conduit in Beacon Street, from Utility Pole 39 to a point of pickup at 294 Beacon Street. 3.5. Grant of Location (ID # 24-1118) Comcast applying for a Grant of Location to install 32 feet of conduit in Hinckley Street, from Utility Pole 170/5 to a point of pickup at 35 Richardson Street. 3.6. Grant of Location (ID # 24-1096) RCN applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 10 feet of conduit in Broadway to a point of pickup at 154 Broadway. 3.7. Grant of Location (ID # 24-1120) Verizon New England Inc applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 52 feet of conduit in Somerville Avenue from existing Manhole 44/191 to an existing handhole in front of 435 Somerville Avenue. 3.8. Grant of Location (ID # 24-1121) Verizon New England Inc applying for a Grant of Location to install approximately 243 feet of conduit in Broadway, from existing Manhole 44/87 to an existing handhole in front of 315 Broadway. 3.9. Small Wireless Facility (ID # 24-1152) Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on a new pole at 223 School St. 3.10. Small Wireless Facility (ID # 24-1153) Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on a new pole at 29 Granite Street. Page 2 of 15
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda August 22, 2024 4. ORDERS, ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND MOTIONS OF MEMBERS 4.1. Order (ID # 24-1179) By Councilor Ewen-Campen That the Director of Capital Projects create and install standard signage for Reavis Field. 4.2. Resolution (ID # 24-1178) By Councilor Ewen-Campen and Councilor Mbah That the Administration hire a liaison dedicated to working with senior residents in order to amplify their voices in city decision making. 4.3. Order (ID # 24-1182) By Councilor Strezo That the Director of Emergency Management discuss the city’s emergency response plan for freight train routes and action plans in the event of a derailment or chemical spill. 4.4. Resolution (ID # 24-1180) By Councilor Strezo That this City Council commemorate Senior Citizen Day on August 21st. 4.5. Resolution (ID # 24-1181) By Councilor Strezo That the Administration update this City Council on a permanent location and regular hours for the Teen Center. 4.6. Resolution (ID # 24-1183) By Councilor Strezo That the Administration install diaper changing stations in both restrooms on the second floor of City Hall. 4.7. Order (ID # 24-1198) By Councilor Mbah That the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment discuss with this Council the next steps for implementing the Climate Forward Plan. 4.8. Resolution (ID # 24-1199) By Councilor Pineda Neufeld That the Administration discuss with this Council, the programs and services being offered to the un-housed population in Davis Square. 4.9. Resolution (ID # 24-1200) By Councilor Pineda Neufeld That the Administration discuss with this Council, its policies and plans to address the widespread and open drug use in Davis Square. 4.10. Resolution (ID # 24-1201) By Councilor Pineda Neufeld and Councilor Strezo That the Administration greatly increase the trash and needle pickup in and around Davis Square, including Seven Hills Park and the Community Path. Page 3 of 15
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda August 22, 2024 4.11. Order (ID # 24-1202) By Councilor Clingan That the Commissioner of Public Works create a process for residents to report downed and dangling utility lines. 4.12. Order (ID # 24-1203) By Councilor Clingan That the Director of Inspectional Services inspect any exterior finishing down to the wood to ensure there is no asbestos shingling present before granting building permits. 4.13. Resolution (ID # 24-1204) By Councilor Davis, Councilor Wilson and Councilor Burnley Jr. That the Administration install or replace needle disposal receptacles in Seven Hills Park and other areas with secure, appropriately designed equipment. 4.14. Resolution (ID # 24-1205) By Councilor Davis That the Administration allocate additional resources to proactively clean up used needles and other potentially hazardous items in Seven Hills Park and other areas. 4.15. Resolution (ID # 24-1206) By Councilor Davis That the Administration update the Ward Six Councilor in writing on efforts to address open substance use in Seven Hills Park and other areas. 4.16. Resolution (ID # 24-1207) By Councilor Davis That the Administration update this City Council on efforts to open an Overdose Prevention Center. 4.17. Resolution (ID # 24-1208) By Councilor Davis That the Administration update the Ward Six Councilor on the process for monitoring and adjusting traffic signals in Davis Square. 4.18. Order (ID # 24-1209) By Councilor Burnley Jr. That the Director of Health and Human Services update this Council on the establishment of an Overdose Prevention Center, including a timeline for implementation. 4.19. Order (ID # 24-1210) By Councilor Burnley Jr. That the Director of Communications and Community Engagement work with Somerville and Cambridge Elders Services to publicize their Tech Support Coach Volunteer Program to residents through fliers and downloadable posters. Page 4 of 15
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda August 22, 2024 4.20. Order (ID # 24-1211) By Councilor Burnley Jr. That the Director of Communications and Community Engagement ensure that there are physical, multilingual posters that publicize the Somerville Public Library's tech appointment program. 4.21. Order (ID # 24-1213) By Councilor Burnley Jr. That the Director of Planning, Preservation, and Zoning work with this Council to determine how to remove legislative barriers to increasing accessible housing, particularly when residents wish to add accessible features to their home. 4.22. Resolution (ID # 24-1212) By Councilor Burnley Jr. That the Administration work with Somerville and Cambridge Elder Services and SomerViva Office of Immigrant Affairs to explore an in-person presentation regarding the importance of digital equity for elders. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES 7. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR 7.1. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1186) Requesting the City Council vote to place the amendment of the Community Preservation Act (MGL Chapter 44B, Section 3 to 7) on the November 5, 2024 ballot. 7.2. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1196) Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Sections 2.2.1, 3.1.16, 3.2.15, 4.1.13, 4.2.13, 4.3.13, 4.4.14, 5.1.15, 6.1.11, 6.2.13, 6.3.11, 6.4.14, 9.2.6.h, 9.2.14.b.v, and Table 9.1.1 of the Zoning Ordinance to streamline the regulation of daycare services and permit additional daycare operation in the Residential, Mid-Rise, and Commercial zoning districts. 7.3. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1197) Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Sections 1.1.4, 2.1.1, 3.1.18, 3.2.17, 4.1.15, 4.2.15, 4.3.15, 4.4.16, 5.1.17, 6.1.13, 6.2.15, 6.3.13, 6.4.16, 7.2.9, 7.3.9, 8.2.4.c, 9.2.3, 9.2.6, 11.2.4, 11.2.5, 11.2.6, 11.3, 12.1.7, 15.2.1, and Table 9.1.1 of the Zoning Ordinance to address various parking requirements. 7.4. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1150) Requesting approval of an amendment to the Stormwater Drainage Easement at 10-20 Innerbelt Road. Page 5 of 15
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda August 22, 2024 7.5. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1151) Requesting approval of a Maintenance Easement and License Agreement for 0 Middlesex and Kensington Avenue. 7.6. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1160) Requesting approval of a Pedestrian Access Easement and Grant of License for 3-5 Hawkins Street. 7.7. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1077) Requesting approval to appropriate $200,000 from the Facilities Stabilization Fund for the renovation of the Argenziano School kitchen. 7.8. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1075) Requesting approval to appropriate $150,000 from the Salary & Wage Stabilization Fund to the Police Department - Personal Services - Other Lump Sum Benefits account to settle pending litigation. 7.9. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1168) Requesting the appropriation of $37,041 from the Salary & Wage Stabilization Fund to the Fire Alarm - Other Lump Sum Payments account to fund the retrospective portion of a collective bargaining settlement with the Local 76 Fire Alarm Union. 7.10. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1184) Requesting the appropriation of $313,738 from the Salary Contingency account to various Fire Alarm Personal Services accounts to fund a collective bargaining settlement with SEIU/Local 888, E911 Call Taker/Dispatcher Union. 7.11. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1078) Requesting approval to accept and expend a $3,600,000 grant with no new match required, from the MassWorks Infrastructure Program to the Department of Infrastructure & Asset Management for the Inner Belt & Brickbottom Pedestrian Crossing. 7.12. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1082) Requesting approval to accept and expend a $959,500 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission to the Office of Strategic Planning & Community Development Mobility Division for the Transit Pass Pilot Program, Traffic Signal Pre-emption for Emergency Services and Middlesex Ave - Mystic Ave Intersection Project. 7.13. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1074) Requesting approval to accept and expend a $300,000 grant renewal with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Bureau of Infectious Disease & Laboratory Sciences to the Health and Human Services Department for local health support for COVID-19 case investigation and contact tracing. Page 6 of 15
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda August 22, 2024 7.14. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1193) Requesting approval to accept and expend a $237,939.81 grant with no new match required, from the Metropolitan Area Planning Council to the Health and Human Services Department for a team performing multi-municipal shared public health services including a Shared Services Coordinator, a Regional Nurse, and a Clinical Community Health Worker. 7.15. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1090) Requesting approval to accept and expend a $99,886.56 grant with no new match required, from the MA Technology Collaborative to the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development Economic Development Division for digital navigation services to Somerville Housing Authority residents. 7.16. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1185) Requesting approval to accept and expend a $22,781.32 grant with no new match required, from the Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for the installation of access controls and additional card entry access. 7.17. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1076) Requesting approval to extend and amend a contract with Warner Larson Incorporated until 9/30/2025 for the additional services needed to complete the Dilboy Auxiliary Fields Re-Design project. 7.18. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1187) Requesting approval of a time-only extension until 09/30/2024 for the contract with the Public Consulting Group, LLC to continue the Medicaid Billing and Collection Services. 7.19. Mayor's Communication (ID # 24-1172) Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $62,400 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Grounds R&M Account for playground surface repairs. 7.20. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1089) Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $19,747.90 using available funds in the Office of Strategic Planning & Community Development Administration Legal Services account for the Somerville Redevelopment Authority 90 Washington St appeal. 7.21. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1174) Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $8,609.72 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Sanitation Benches & Barrels Account for the purchase of trash containers. Page 7 of 15
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda August 22, 2024 7.22. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1079) Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $8,261 using available funds in the Parks & Recreation Professional & Technical Service Account for Intramural Basketball Referees. 7.23. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1163) Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $3,071.16 using available funds in the SomerViva Office of Immigrant Affairs Professional & Technical Services account for interpretation services. 7.24. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1161) Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $1,853.28 using available funds in the Department of Veterans Services Office Supplies and Office Equipment accounts for supplies and equipment purchases. 7.25. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1162) Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $1,080 using available funds in the Department of Veterans Services Professional & Technical Services Account for transportation during the 2024 Memorial Day Parade. 7.26. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1173) Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $960.24 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Administration Office Supplies account for the purchase of office supplies. 7.27. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1177) Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $659 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Administration License Reimbursement Account for employee operator licenses. 7.28. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1167) Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $376.96 using available funds in the Mayor's Office Official Celebrations Account for photography services. 7.29. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1176) Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $225 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Rentals Buildings account for portal restroom rentals. 7.30. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1169) Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $112.93 using available funds in the Health and Human Services Department Reimbursement of Licenses Account for Canva subscription. Page 8 of 15
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda August 22, 2024 7.31. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1083) Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $50 using available funds in the Department of Infrastructure & Asset Management Ordinary Maintenance Fee account for a Department of Conservation & Recreation Construction Access Permit. 7.32. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1175) Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $37.27 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Administration Lease Copier account for photocopier lease expenses. 7.33. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1170) Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Shumeane Benford to the position of Chief of Police. 7.34. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1081) Requesting approval of an exemption for Victoria K. Choitz under MGL c268A, s20(d). 7.35. Mayor's Communication (ID # 24-1171) Proclaiming that all employees formerly known as "E911 call-takers and dispatchers" will henceforth be recognized in all city documents, communications, and matters as "Emergency Telecommunicators and Police Dispatchers". 8. COMMUNICATIONS OF CITY OFFICERS 8.1. Officer's Communication (ID # 24-1194) Planning Board conveying recommendations for items #24-0607 and #24-0641. 8.2. Officer's Communication (ID # 24-1195) Planning Board conveying recommendations for items #24-0551 and #24-0642. 9. NEW BUSINESS 9.1. License (ID # 24-1098) New Drainlayer's License, Anderson Construction & Excavation Inc. 9.2. License (ID # 24-1099) New Drainlayer's License, JRG Masonry & Construction Inc. 9.3. License (ID # 24-1097) New Drainlayer's License, USA Excavating Inc. 9.4. License (ID # 24-1100) Renewing Drainlayer's License, Charles Contracting Co Inc. 9.5. License (ID # 24-1101) Renewing Drainlayer's License, D. Muzzioli Associates Inc. Page 9 of 15
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda August 22, 2024 9.6. License (ID # 24-1102) Renewing Drainlayer's License, GVC Construction, Inc. 9.7. License (ID # 24-1103) Renewing Drainlayer's License, Insite Contracting Inc. 9.8. License (ID # 24-1159) Renewing Drainlayer's License, JET Excavation. 9.9. License (ID # 24-1104) Renewing Drainlayer's License, Mendez Masonry & Construction, Inc. 9.10. License (ID # 24-1105) Renewing Drainlayer's License, Meninno Construction Co., Inc. 9.11. License (ID # 24-1106) Renewing Drainlayer's License, Milltown Plumbing & Heating Inc. 9.12. License (ID # 24-1107) Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Dunkin', 504 Broadway. 9.13. License (ID # 24-1108) Renewing Flammables License, Mobile Mart Plus Inc., 379 Alewife Brook Parkway. 9.14. License (ID # 24-1109) Renewing Garage License, Dewire Family Trust, 141 Beacon Street. 9.15. License (ID # 24-1110) Renewing Garage License, Dino's Auto Center, 308 McGrath Highway. 9.16. License (ID # 24-1111) Renewing Garage License, DW Propco JK, LLC, 0 Dawes Street. 9.17. License (ID # 24-1112) Renewing Garage License, Gasper Ostuni, 195 Highland Avenue. 9.18. License (ID # 24-1113) Renewing Garage License, Green Automotive Inc., 600 Windsor Place. 9.19. License (ID # 24-1114) Renewing Garage License, John's Auto Sales, Inc., 181 Somerville Avenue. 9.20. License (ID # 24-1115) Renewing Garage License, SRI Assembly Row B8, LLC, 485 Foley Street. 9.21. License (ID # 24-1116) Renewing Taxi Medallion, HollyPaul Desravines, Med. #92. 9.22. License (ID # 24-1117) Renewing Taxi Medallion, Jolina Taxi, Inc., Med. #52. Page 10 of 15
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda August 22, 2024 9.23. Small Wireless Facility (ID # 24-1154) Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 75 Belmont St. 9.24. Small Wireless Facility (ID # 24-1155) Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 22 Willoughby Street. 9.25. Small Wireless Facility (ID # 24-1156) Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 60 Putnam Street. 9.26. Small Wireless Facility (ID # 24-1157) Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 240 Pearl Street. 9.27. Small Wireless Facility (ID # 24-1158) Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 137 Beacon Street. 9.28. Small Wireless Facility (ID # 24-1214) Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 8 Putnam Road. 9.29. Public Event (ID # 24-1122) Teen Empowerment applying for a Public Event License for Multicultural Field Day on August 16 from 3pm to 8pm (raindate August 21). 9.30. Public Event (ID # 24-1123) Em Plotkin applying for a Public Event License for Boob Funeral on August 25 from 12pm to 8pm (raindate August 31). 9.31. Public Event (ID # 24-1126) Jeff Byrnes applying for a Public Event License for Clyde St BP on September 7 from 10am to 5pm (raindate September 8). 9.32. Public Event (ID # 24-1124) Cortney Kirk applying for a Public Event License for Spring Street Triangle Neighborhood BP on September 7 from 11:30am to 4:30pm (raindate September 8). 9.33. Public Event (ID # 24-1125) Lorna McKenzie-Pollock applying for a Public Event License for Prospect Hill Annual BP on September 7 from 3pm to 8pm (raindate September 8). 9.34. Public Event (ID # 24-1128) Somerville Foundation for Animals applying for a Public Event License for Somerville Dog Festival on September 8 from 7am to 5pm. Page 11 of 15
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda August 22, 2024 9.35. Public Event (ID # 24-1127) Odd Numbered Records applying for a Public Event License for Odd Numbered Records Concert Series on September 8 and September 15 from 12pm to 6pm (raindate September 22). 9.36. Public Event (ID # 24-1129) Council on Aging applying for a Public Event License for Mayor Ballantyne's Senior Picnic on September 12 from 8:30am to 2pm (raindate September 13). 9.37. Public Event (ID # 24-1132) Federal Realty applying for a Public Event License for Riverfest on September 14 from 9am to 9:30pm (raindate September 15). 9.38. Public Event (ID # 24-1130) Arts Council and Gilman Square Neighborhood Council applying for a Public Event License for SomerStreets: Gilman Square Arts and Music Festival on September 14 from 11am to 6pm (raindate September 15). 9.39. Public Event (ID # 24-1131) Rob Maher applying for a Public Event License for Brastow Avenue BP on September 14 from 12pm to 11pm (raindate September 21). 9.40. Public Event (ID # 24-1188) John Long applying for a Public Event License for Chandler Street BP on September 14 from 2:30pm to 7:30pm (raindate September 15). 9.41. Public Event (ID # 24-1133) The Somerville Foundation applying for a Public Event License for Try-a-Sport Day on September 15 from 11am to 4pm. 9.42. Public Event (ID # 24-1134) Mark Chenvert applying for a Public Event License for Belmont Street South BP on September 15 from 1:30pm to 6:30pm (raindate September 22). 9.43. Public Event (ID # 24-1189) East Somerville Main Streets applying for a Public Event License for Foodie Crawl 2024 on September 17 from 2pm to 10pm (raindate September 18). 9.44. Public Event (ID # 24-1135) Veterans Services applying for a Public Event License for 3rd Annual Health and Wellness Event on September 21 from 10am to 4pm. 9.45. Public Event (ID # 24-1139) Arts Council and Union Square Main Streets applying for a Public Event License for Fluff Festival on September 21 from 11am to 8pm (raindate September 22). Page 12 of 15
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda August 22, 2024 9.46. Public Event (ID # 24-1136) Rich Lawson applying for a Public Event License for Glendale Neighborhood BP on September 21 from 12pm to 7pm (raindate September 22). 9.47. Public Event (ID # 24-1138) Alex Feldman applying for a Public Event License for Rogers Avenue BP on September 21 from 2:30pm to 8pm (raindate September 22). 9.48. Public Event (ID # 24-1137) Nels Nelson applying for a Public Event License for Munroe Street BP on September 21 from 3:30pm to 8:30pm (raindate September 22). 9.49. Public Event (ID # 24-1140) Somerville Garden Club applying for a Public Event License for Somerville Garden Club Plant Sale on September 22 from 8am to 5pm. 9.50. Public Event (ID # 24-1142) Megan Smith applying for a Public Event License for Adrian Street/Joseph Street BP on September 22 from 1pm to 7pm (raindate September 29). 9.51. Public Event (ID # 24-1141) Elisabeth Adams applying for a Public Event License for Berkeley Street BP on September 22 from 3pm to 9pm (raindate September 29). 9.52. Public Event (ID # 24-1145) Pearl Emmons applying for a Public Event License for Glenwood Road BP on September 28 from 12:30pm to 9:30pm (raindate September 29). 9.53. Public Event (ID # 24-1144) Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for Ignite Festival on September 28 from 2pm to 11pm (raindate September 29). 9.54. Public Event (ID # 24-1143) Kelsey Kent applying for a Public Event License for Lexington Avenue BP on September 28 from 3pm to 9pm (raindate September 29). 9.55. Public Event (ID # 24-1146) MOTA Fitness, Wellness, & Spaces applying for a Public Event License for Read in the Park on October 3 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm (raindate October 10). 9.56. Public Event (ID # 24-1147) Homeless Coalition applying for a Public Event License for 29th Annual 5K Road Race on October 5 from 6:30am to 11am. 9.57. Public Event (ID # 24-1190) Tivoli Olsen applying for a Public Event License for Murdock Street Annual BP on October 6 from 10am to 6:30pm (raindate October 5). Page 13 of 15
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda August 22, 2024 9.58. Public Event (ID # 24-1149) Family Bike Ride/Community Pedal Power applying for a Public Event License for Halloween Family Bike Ride 2024 on October 20 from 9am to 11am (raindate October 27). 9.59. Public Event (ID # 24-1148) Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for SomerStreets: Monster Mash on October 20 from 11:30am to 8pm (raindate October 27). 9.60. Public Communication (ID # 24-1080) Walter Tauro requesting a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 282 McGrath Highway from Neighborhood Residence (NR) to Small Business (SB) Overlay District. 9.61. Public Communication (ID # 24-1088) 76 registered voters submitting a petition for a public hearing on the Somerville Internet Task Force 2019 Report and a Feasibility Study on Municipal Broadband, pursuant to Section 8 of the City Charter. 9.62. Public Communication (ID # 24-1084) Sarah Prusik submitting comments re: traffic incidents at the corner of Boston Avenue and Mystic Valley Parkway. 9.63. Public Communication (ID # 24-1085) Nicholas LaFleur submitting comments re: construction projects. 9.64. Public Communication (ID # 24-1086) Allison Bland and Jenn Harrington submitting comments re: Somerville Homeless Coalition shelter. 9.65. Public Communication (ID # 24-1087) Nathanael Lintner submitting comments re: rat prevention. 9.66. Public Communication (ID # 24-1091) 4 individuals submitting comments re: item #24-0551, an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to add Section 8.5 Interim Planning Overlay District (IPOD) and the Brickbottom sub-area. 9.67. Public Communication (ID # 24-1092) 8 individuals submitting comments re: item #24-0607, a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 5 Homer Square from Neighborhood Residence (NR) to Urban Residence (UR). Page 14 of 15
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda August 22, 2024 9.68. Public Communication (ID # 24-1164) 3 individuals submitting comments re: item #24-0641, a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 136 School Street from Urban Residence (UR) to Mid-Rise 6 (MR6), 95 Highland Avenue from Neighborhood Residence (NR) to MR6, and 97, 99-99A, 101-103, and 107 Highland Avenue from Mid-Rise 5 (MR5) to MR6. 9.69. Public Communication (ID # 24-1165) 26 individuals submitting comments re: item #24-0642, a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 228, 230, 232, 234, 236 Pearl Street from Mid-Rise 4 (MR4) to Mid-Rise 6 (MR6). 10. SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS 10.1. Citation (ID # 24-1219) By Councilor Strezo Commending Sal Caruso on the auspicious occasion of his 70th birthday. 10.2. Mayor's Communication (ID # 24-1223) Conveying an update regarding Fire Department hiring. 10.3. License (ID # 24-1220) New Sign/Awning License, Expansive Strength & Fitness LLC, 189A Cedar Street, 1 sign. 10.4. License (ID # 24-1222) New Sign/Awning License, CultureHouse, 134 Washington Street, 16 signs. 10.5. Public Event (ID # 24-1218) Fire Department, Police Department, and Veterans Services applying for a Public Event License for National Day of Remembrance for 9/11 on September 11 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. 10.6. Public Communication (ID # 24-1221) 3 residents submitting comments re: item 24-0679, a Zoning Text amendment to create the Somernova Innovation Sub-Area. 10.7. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1224) Requesting the appropriation of $313,738 from the Salary Contingency account to various E-911 Personal Services accounts to fund a collective bargaining settlement with SEIU/Local 888, E911 Call Taker/Dispatcher Union. 11. ADJOURNMENT Page 15 of 15