City Council — Minutes, Aug 22, 2024

City of Somerville, Massachusetts City Council Meeting Minutes 7:00 PM Thursday, August 22, 2024 NOTICE: This is NOT the official version of the City Council's minutes. While reasonable efforts have been made to assure the accuracy of the data provided, do not rely on this information without first checking with the City Clerk. 1. OPENING CEREMONIES The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Ward Three City Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen. 1.1. Call of the Roll. Roll Call (ID # 24-1215) Councilor Sait arrived at 7:02 PM. Councilor Mbah arrived at 7:04 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 City Councilor At Large Wilfred N. Mbah 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: Ward Two City Councilor Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) Scott Absent: 1.2. Remembrances. Remembrances (ID # 24-1216) Councilor Clingan requested a moment of silence in memory of John Brosnahan. Councilor Clingan requested a moment of silence in memory of Dennis Hardy. Councilor Clingan requested a moment of silence in memory of Paul Nolan. APPROVED RESULT: 1.3. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 27, 2024. Minutes (ID # 24-1217) APPROVED RESULT: Page 1 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 2. CITATIONS 2.1. 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. Citation (ID # 24-1192) Councilor Strezo commented on the recognition bestowed on the Animal Control Department by the Best Friends Animal Society and City Clerk Kimberly Wells read their letter into the record. Haley Lamonte and Rachel Taylor accepted the Citation on behalf of the department. APPROVED RESULT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS 3.1. 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. Grant of Location (ID # 24-1093) 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Page 2 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 3.2. 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. Grant of Location (ID # 24-1095) 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 3.3. 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. Grant of Location (ID # 24-1119) 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 3.4. 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. Grant of Location (ID # 24-1094) Dave Flewelling, representing Comcast, spoke in favor of the item and explained the purpose of the request. There being no further speakers, the Public Hearing was closed. APPROVED RESULT: Page 3 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 3.5. 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. Grant of Location (ID # 24-1118) Dave Flewelling, representing Comcast, spoke in favor of the item and explained the purpose of the request. There being no further speakers, the Public Hearing was closed. APPROVED RESULT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 3.6. 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. Grant of Location (ID # 24-1096) Ryan Weaver, representing RCN, 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 3.7. 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. Grant of Location (ID # 24-1120) Page 4 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Alexander Marrero, representing Verizon New England, Inc., 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 3.8. 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. Grant of Location (ID # 24-1121) Alexander Marrero, representing Verizon New England, Inc., 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 3.9. Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on a new pole at 223 School St. Small Wireless Facility (ID # 24-1152) Brandi Spezzano, representing Crown Castle Fiber LLC, 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: Page 5 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 3.10. Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on a new pole at 29 Granite Street. Small Wireless Facility (ID # 24-1153) Brandi Spezzano, representing Crown Castle Fiber LLC, 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 4. ORDERS, ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND MOTIONS OF MEMBERS 4.1. By Councilor Ewen-Campen That the Director of Capital Projects create and install standard signage for Reavis Field. Order (ID # 24-1179) APPROVED RESULT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 4.2. By Councilor Ewen-Campen, Councilor Mbah, Councilor Burnley Jr., Councilor Strezo, Councilor Wilson and Councilor Sait That the Administration hire a liaison dedicated to working with senior residents in order to amplify their voices in city decision making. Resolution (ID # 24-1178) Councilor Ewen-Campen stated the desire of many seniors for a single point of contact for senior citizens in the city. Councilors Strezo and Mbah spoke of the importance of having this liaison position. APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations Committee FOLLOWUP: Page 6 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 4.3. 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. Order (ID # 24-1182) Councilor Strezo spoke about chemicals spills across the country and thinks that a conversation is warranted to protect the city, should such an event occur here. APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Public Utilities and Public Works Committee FOLLOWUP: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 4.4. By Councilor Strezo That this City Council commemorate Senior Citizen Day on August 21st. Resolution (ID # 24-1180) APPROVED RESULT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 4.5. By Councilor Strezo, Councilor Pineda Neufeld, Councilor Wilson and Councilor Sait That the Administration update this City Council on a permanent location and regular hours for the Teen Center. Resolution (ID # 24-1181) Page 7 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Councilor Strezo noted that a permanent location is not in place yet. APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Housing and Community Development Committee FOLLOWUP: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 4.6. By Councilor Strezo, Councilor Pineda Neufeld, Councilor Wilson, Councilor Ewen-Campen, Councilor Mbah, Councilor McLaughlin and Councilor Clingan That the Administration install diaper changing stations in both restrooms on the second floor of City Hall. Resolution (ID # 24-1183) 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 4.7. 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. Order (ID # 24-1198) Councilor Mbah congratulated those who worked on this plan. 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: Page 8 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 4.8. 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. Resolution (ID # 24-1199) Items 4.8, 4.9, 4.10, 4.13, 4.14 and 4.15 were taken up together. Councilor Davis spoke about members of the community being un-housed in and around Davis Square, saying that the Administration and City Councilors have received questions from the community about when something will be done to address the problem. He said there are community standards and expectations that everyone needs to live up to and he spoke about being in Seven Hills Park and witnessing the compassionate approach taken by a Somerville Police Office with an individual there. 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 4.9. 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. Resolution (ID # 24-1200) Items 4.8, 4.9, 4.10, 4.13, 4.14 and 4.15 were taken up together. 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 4.10. 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. Resolution (ID # 24-1201) Items 4.8, 4.9, 4.10, 4.13, 4.14 and 4.15 were taken up together. Councilor Pineda Neufeld spoke about seeing needles and trash extending along the community path. She said that her focus has been around ensuring Page 9 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 that a compassionate approach be taken with un-housed individuals and making the city’s parks, etc., safe from needles and drug use. Councilor Wilson commented on the number of calls he’s received regarding this problem. 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 4.11. By Councilor Clingan and Councilor Strezo That the Commissioner of Public Works create a process for residents to report downed and dangling utility lines. Order (ID # 24-1202) Councilor Clingan reported that several people have called 311 about a problem only to be told that the city doesn’t handle that type of situation and to call the utility company. He feels that there should be a way for the city to pass the information along to the utility company. Councilor Strezo stated that it’s disrespectful to the residents of the city for lines to be left in that condition. APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Public Utilities and Public Works Committee FOLLOWUP: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 4.12. 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. Order (ID # 24-1203) Councilor Clingan said this happens more than we’re aware of and he noted that in some cases, asbestos is being removed without safety precautions being in place. He would like some sort of visible inspection to ensure that people aren’t put in harm’s way. APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Page 10 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Public Utilities and Public Works Committee FOLLOWUP: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 4.13. 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. Resolution (ID # 24-1204) Items 4.8, 4.9, 4.10, 4.13, 4.14 and 4.15 were taken up together. Councilor Davis noted that needle disposal containers have been broken and that more durable containers are needed for 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 4.14. 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. Resolution (ID # 24-1205) Items 4.8, 4.9, 4.10, 4.13, 4.14 and 4.15 were taken up together. 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: Page 11 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 4.15. 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. Resolution (ID # 24-1206) AMENDED: That the Administration update the Ward Six Councilor this City Council in writing on efforts to address open substance use in Seven Hills Park and other areas. Items 4.8, 4.9, 4.10, 4.13, 4.14 and 4.15 were taken up together. APPROVED AS AMENDED 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 4.16. By Councilor Davis That the Administration update this City Council on efforts to open an Overdose Prevention Center. Resolution (ID # 24-1207) 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 4.17. By Councilor Davis That the Administration update the Ward Six Councilor on the process for monitoring and adjusting traffic signals in Davis Square. Resolution (ID # 24-1208) APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Traffic and Parking Committee FOLLOWUP: Page 12 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 4.18. 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. Order (ID # 24-1209) 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 4.19. By Councilor Burnley Jr., Councilor Wilson and Councilor Mbah 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. Order (ID # 24-1210) Items 4.19, 4.20 and 4.22 were taken up together. Councilor Burnley stated that it’s critical to do more to lessen the digital divide being experienced by many residents, especially the elderly. 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: Page 13 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 4.20. By Councilor Burnley Jr., Councilor Wilson and Councilor Mbah 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. Order (ID # 24-1211) Items 4.19, 4.20 and 4.22 were taken up together. 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 4.21. By Councilor Burnley Jr. and Councilor Mbah 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. Order (ID # 24-1213) Councilor Burnley thinks incentives are needed to encourage more accessible housing to be built so that residents may be able to age in place. He would like the Council to be better stewards of zoning to usher in more accessible housing. APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Land Use Committee FOLLOWUP: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 4.22. By Councilor Burnley Jr. and Councilor Wilson 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. Resolution (ID # 24-1212) Items 4.19, 4.20 and 4.22 were taken up together. APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Page 14 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES 7. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR 7.1. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1186) Mayor Ballantyne spoke on this item, saying that she wants to give the community the power to decide whether or not to increase the Community Preservation Act (CPA) surcharge. She spoke about the revenue raised, leveraged, and spent over the past 10 years. Mayor Ballantyne explained that raising the surcharge would allow the city to take better advantage of state funds. Director of the Community Land Trust (CLT), Ben Baldwin, addressed the Council and spoke about how the CLT has used CPA funds in the past. Gonzalo Puigbó, CEO of Somerville Community Corporation, spoke about how CPA funds were used for the 100 Homes Program and the Clarendon Hill apartments. APPROVED RESULT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 7.2. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1196) Page 15 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Land Use Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.3. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1197) REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Land Use Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.4. Requesting approval of an amendment to the Stormwater Drainage Easement at 10-20 Innerbelt Road. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1150) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.5. Requesting approval of a Maintenance Easement and License Agreement for 0 Middlesex and Kensington Avenue. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1151) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.6. Requesting approval of a Pedestrian Access Easement and Grant of License for 3-5 Hawkins Street. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1160) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.7. Requesting approval to appropriate $200,000 from the Facilities Stabilization Fund for the renovation of the Argenziano School kitchen. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1077) Infrastructure and Asset Management Director Rich Raiche explained that the former kitchen was located in the Winter Hill School, and since the future of that building is uncertain, this request is to renovate the kitchen at the Argenziano School to take up the slack. Lauren Mancini, Director of the Food and Nutrition Services Department spoke about the importance of Page 16 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 having the kitchen in operation. Councilor Clingan asked about lunches in the meantime and Ms. Mancini said it will continue as last year, (heat and serve), with her unit providing the meals. APPROVED RESULT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 7.8. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1075) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.9. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1168) Labor Counsel Matthew Sirigu re-stated the reason for the request. APPROVED RESULT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 7.10. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1184) The administration submitted item 24-1224 to correct errors in this item and requested that this item be withdrawn. Page 17 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 WITHDRAWN RESULT: 7.11. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1078) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.12. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1082) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.13. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1074) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.14. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1193) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Page 18 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.15. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1090) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.16. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1185) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.17. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1076) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.18. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1187) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: Page 19 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 7.19. 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. Mayor's Communication (ID # 24-1172) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.20. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1089) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.21. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1174) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.22. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1079) APPROVED RESULT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: Page 20 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 7.23. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1163) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.24. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1161) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.25. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1162) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.26. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1173) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.27. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1177) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. Page 21 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.28. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $376.96 using available funds in the Mayor's Office Official Celebrations Account for photography services. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1167) APPROVED RESULT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 7.29. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1176) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.30. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1169) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.31. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1083) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: Page 22 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 7.32. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1175) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.6, 7.8, 7.11 through 7.21, 7.23 through 7.27 and 7.29 through 7.32 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.33. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Shumeane Benford to the position of Chief of Police. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1170) Legislative Liaison Kimberley Hutter said that a contract does not need to be approved by the Council and Councilor Wilson explained that the Council has the authority to approve any amendments to said contract. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.34. Requesting approval of an exemption for Victoria K. Choitz under MGL c268A, s20(d). Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1081) APPROVED RESULT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 7.35. 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". Mayor's Communication (ID # 24-1171) PLACED ON FILE RESULT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Page 23 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 8. COMMUNICATIONS OF CITY OFFICERS 8.1. Planning Board conveying recommendations for items #24-0607 and #24-0641. Officer's Communication (ID # 24-1194) PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Land Use Committee FOLLOWUP: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 8.2. Planning Board conveying recommendations for items #24-0551 and #24-0642. Officer's Communication (ID # 24-1195) PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Land Use Committee FOLLOWUP: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9. NEW BUSINESS 9.1. New Drainlayer's License, Anderson Construction & Excavation Inc. License (ID # 24-1098) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: Page 24 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.2. New Drainlayer's License, JRG Masonry & Construction Inc. License (ID # 24-1099) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.3. New Drainlayer's License, USA Excavating Inc. License (ID # 24-1097) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.4. Renewing Drainlayer's License, Charles Contracting Co Inc. License (ID # 24-1100) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: Page 25 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.5. Renewing Drainlayer's License, D. Muzzioli Associates Inc. License (ID # 24-1101) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.6. Renewing Drainlayer's License, GVC Construction, Inc. License (ID # 24-1102) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.7. Renewing Drainlayer's License, Insite Contracting Inc. License (ID # 24-1103) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: Page 26 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.8. Renewing Drainlayer's License, JET Excavation. License (ID # 24-1159) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.9. Renewing Drainlayer's License, Mendez Masonry & Construction, Inc. License (ID # 24-1104) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.10. Renewing Drainlayer's License, Meninno Construction Co., Inc. License (ID # 24-1105) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: Page 27 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.11. Renewing Drainlayer's License, Milltown Plumbing & Heating Inc. License (ID # 24-1106) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.12. Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Dunkin', 504 Broadway. License (ID # 24-1107) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.13. Renewing Flammables License, Mobile Mart Plus Inc., 379 Alewife Brook Parkway. License (ID # 24-1108) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: Page 28 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.14. Renewing Garage License, Dewire Family Trust, 141 Beacon Street. License (ID # 24-1109) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the reading of this item and refer it to the Licenses and Permits Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Licenses and Permits Committee FOLLOWUP: 9.15. Renewing Garage License, Dino's Auto Center, 308 McGrath Highway. License (ID # 24-1110) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.16. Renewing Garage License, DW Propco JK, LLC, 0 Dawes Street. License (ID # 24-1111) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: Page 29 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 9.17. Renewing Garage License, Gasper Ostuni, 195 Highland Avenue. License (ID # 24-1112) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.18. Renewing Garage License, Green Automotive Inc., 600 Windsor Place. License (ID # 24-1113) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.19. Renewing Garage License, John's Auto Sales, Inc., 181 Somerville Avenue. License (ID # 24-1114) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: Page 30 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 9.20. Renewing Garage License, SRI Assembly Row B8, LLC, 485 Foley Street. License (ID # 24-1115) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.21. Renewing Taxi Medallion, HollyPaul Desravines, Med. #92. License (ID # 24-1116) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.22. Renewing Taxi Medallion, Jolina Taxi, Inc., Med. #52. License (ID # 24-1117) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: Page 31 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 9.23. Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 75 Belmont St. Small Wireless Facility (ID # 24-1154) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.24. Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 22 Willoughby Street. Small Wireless Facility (ID # 24-1155) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.25. Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 60 Putnam Street. Small Wireless Facility (ID # 24-1156) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: Page 32 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 9.26. Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 240 Pearl Street. Small Wireless Facility (ID # 24-1157) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.27. Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 137 Beacon Street. Small Wireless Facility (ID # 24-1158) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.28. Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 8 Putnam Road. Small Wireless Facility (ID # 24-1214) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Page 33 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.29. Teen Empowerment applying for a Public Event License for Multicultural Field Day on August 16 from 3pm to 8pm (raindate August 21). Public Event (ID # 24-1122) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.30. Em Plotkin applying for a Public Event License for Boob Funeral on August 25 from 12pm to 8pm (raindate August 31). Public Event (ID # 24-1123) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.31. Jeff Byrnes applying for a Public Event License for Clyde St BP on September 7 from 10am to 5pm (raindate September 8). Public Event (ID # 24-1126) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: Page 34 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 9.32. 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). Public Event (ID # 24-1124) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.33. Lorna McKenzie-Pollock applying for a Public Event License for Prospect Hill Annual BP on September 7 from 3pm to 8pm (raindate September 8). Public Event (ID # 24-1125) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.34. Somerville Foundation for Animals applying for a Public Event License for Somerville Dog Festival on September 8 from 7am to 5pm. Public Event (ID # 24-1128) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: Page 35 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 9.35. 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). Public Event (ID # 24-1127) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.36. 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). Public Event (ID # 24-1129) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.37. Federal Realty applying for a Public Event License for Riverfest on September 14 from 9am to 9:30pm (raindate September 15). Public Event (ID # 24-1132) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: Page 36 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 9.38. 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). Public Event (ID # 24-1130) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.39. Rob Maher applying for a Public Event License for Brastow Avenue BP on September 14 from 12pm to 11pm (raindate September 21). Public Event (ID # 24-1131) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.40. John Long applying for a Public Event License for Chandler Street BP on September 14 from 2:30pm to 7:30pm (raindate September 15). Public Event (ID # 24-1188) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: Page 37 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 9.41. The Somerville Foundation applying for a Public Event License for Try-a-Sport Day on September 15 from 11am to 4pm. Public Event (ID # 24-1133) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.42. 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). Public Event (ID # 24-1134) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.43. East Somerville Main Streets applying for a Public Event License for Foodie Crawl 2024 on September 17 from 2pm to 10pm (raindate September 18). Public Event (ID # 24-1189) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: Page 38 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 9.44. Veterans Services applying for a Public Event License for 3rd Annual Health and Wellness Event on September 21 from 10am to 4pm. Public Event (ID # 24-1135) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.45. 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). Public Event (ID # 24-1139) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.46. Rich Lawson applying for a Public Event License for Glendale Neighborhood BP on September 21 from 12pm to 7pm (raindate September 22). Public Event (ID # 24-1136) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: Page 39 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 9.47. Alex Feldman applying for a Public Event License for Rogers Avenue BP on September 21 from 2:30pm to 8pm (raindate September 22). Public Event (ID # 24-1138) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.48. Nels Nelson applying for a Public Event License for Munroe Street BP on September 21 from 3:30pm to 8:30pm (raindate September 22). Public Event (ID # 24-1137) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.49. Somerville Garden Club applying for a Public Event License for Somerville Garden Club Plant Sale on September 22 from 8am to 5pm. Public Event (ID # 24-1140) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: Page 40 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 9.50. Megan Smith applying for a Public Event License for Adrian Street/Joseph Street BP on September 22 from 1pm to 7pm (raindate September 29). Public Event (ID # 24-1142) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.51. Elisabeth Adams applying for a Public Event License for Berkeley Street BP on September 22 from 3pm to 9pm (raindate September 29). Public Event (ID # 24-1141) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.52. Pearl Emmons applying for a Public Event License for Glenwood Road BP on September 28 from 12:30pm to 9:30pm (raindate September 29). Public Event (ID # 24-1145) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: Page 41 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 9.53. Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for Ignite Festival on September 28 from 2pm to 11pm (raindate September 29). Public Event (ID # 24-1144) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.54. Kelsey Kent applying for a Public Event License for Lexington Avenue BP on September 28 from 3pm to 9pm (raindate September 29). Public Event (ID # 24-1143) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.55. 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). Public Event (ID # 24-1146) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: Page 42 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 9.56. Homeless Coalition applying for a Public Event License for 29th Annual 5K Road Race on October 5 from 6:30am to 11am. Public Event (ID # 24-1147) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.57. Tivoli Olsen applying for a Public Event License for Murdock Street Annual BP on October 6 from 10am to 6:30pm (raindate October 5). Public Event (ID # 24-1190) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.58. 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). Public Event (ID # 24-1149) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: Page 43 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 9.59. Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for SomerStreets: Monster Mash on October 20 from 11:30am to 8pm (raindate October 27). Public Event (ID # 24-1148) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.60. 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. Public Communication (ID # 24-1080) REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Land Use Committee FOLLOWUP: 9.61. 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. Public Communication (ID # 24-1088) PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Public Utilities and Public Works Committee FOLLOWUP: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.62. Sarah Prusik submitting comments re: traffic incidents at the corner of Boston Avenue and Mystic Valley Parkway. Public Communication (ID # 24-1084) PLACED ON FILE RESULT: Page 44 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.63. Nicholas LaFleur submitting comments re: construction projects. Public Communication (ID # 24-1085) PLACED ON FILE RESULT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.64. Allison Bland and Jenn Harrington submitting comments re: Somerville Homeless Coalition shelter. Public Communication (ID # 24-1086) PLACED ON FILE RESULT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.65. Nathanael Lintner submitting comments re: rat prevention. Public Communication (ID # 24-1087) PLACED ON FILE RESULT: Page 45 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.66. 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. Public Communication (ID # 24-1091) PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Land Use Committee FOLLOWUP: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.67. 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). Public Communication (ID # 24-1092) PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Land Use Committee FOLLOWUP: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.68. 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. Public Communication (ID # 24-1164) PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Page 46 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Land Use Committee FOLLOWUP: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 9.69. 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). Public Communication (ID # 24-1165) PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Land Use Committee FOLLOWUP: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 10. SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS 10.1. By Councilor Strezo Commending Sal Caruso on the auspicious occasion of his 70th birthday. Citation (ID # 24-1219) Councilor Strezo presented the citation to Mr. Caruso and thanked him for his dedication to the community. APPROVED RESULT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 10.2. Conveying an update regarding Fire Department hiring. Mayor's Communication (ID # 24-1223) Page 47 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 PLACED ON FILE RESULT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 10.3. New Sign/Awning License, Expansive Strength & Fitness LLC, 189A Cedar Street, 1 sign. License (ID # 24-1220) Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 10.4. New Sign/Awning License, CultureHouse, 134 Washington Street, 16 signs. License (ID # 24-1222) Councilor Burnley moved to approve the item this evening. Councilor Burnley then moved to reconsider, and the motion for reconsideration was not approved on a roll call vote of 0 in favor, 10 opposed (McLaughlin, Davis, Wilson, Sait, Mbah, Burnley, Clingan, Strezo, Pineda Neufeld, Ewen-Campen), 1 absent (Scott). APPROVED RESULT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 10.5. 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. Public Event (ID # 24-1218) Page 48 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Councilor Burnley moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.13, 9.15 through 9.59, 10.3 and 10.5 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 10.6. 3 residents submitting comments re: item 24-0679, a Zoning Text amendment to create the Somernova Innovation Sub-Area. Public Communication (ID # 24-1221) PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Land Use Committee FOLLOWUP: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 10.7. 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. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1224) Mayor Ballantyne addressed the Council on this matter and thanked Local 888 for its participation in the collective bargaining process. The mayor pointed out that this contract rectified some inequalities being experienced by employees with regard to unequal pay for equal work. She explained how data from the employment compensation study was used in negotiating this agreement, leading to higher starting pay, cost of living increases, increased vacation times, and a title change for employees. Tom McKeever, President of Local 888 addressed the Council and thanked the city for its part in the negotiations and spoke about the work performed by Local 888 employees in serving the city. Susan Levy, President of E-911 Dispatchers Union, thanked the Mayor for closing the equity gap and spoke about the work performed by the dispatchers. APPROVED RESULT: Page 49 of 50

City Council Meeting Minutes August 22, 2024 Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Mbah, 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: Ward Two City Councilor Scott ABSENT: 11. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was Adjourned at 9:02 PM on a roll call vote of 10 in favor (McLaughlin, Davis, Wilson, Sait, Mbah, Burnley, Clingan, Strezo, Pineda Neufeld, Ewen-Campen), 0 opposed, 1 absent (Scott). Page 50 of 50