City Council — Minutes, Jun 12, 2025

City of Somerville, Massachusetts City Council Meeting Minutes 7:00 PM Thursday, June 12, 2025 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 7:02 PM by Ward Seven City Councilor Judy Pineda Neufeld. The City Council entered recess at 7:16 PM and returned at 7:23 PM. The City Council entered recess at 9:39 PM and returned at 9:54 PM. 1.1. Call of the Roll. Roll Call (ID # 25-1116) Councilor Scott arrived at 7:09 PM. PLACED ON FILE RESULT: 1.2. Remembrances. Remembrances (ID # 25-1117) Councilor Mbah requested a moment of silence in memory of U.S.A.F. Staff Sgt. Loring E. Lord, who was killed in action during WWII and whose remains were recently identified and returned to his home state of Massachusetts for burial. Councilor Clingan requested a moment of silence in memory of former 911 dispatcher for the Somerville Police Department, Terri Medeiros. APPROVED RESULT: 1.3. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 8, 2025. Minutes (ID # 25-1118) APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: Page 1 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 1.4. Approval of the Minutes of the Special Meeting of April 29, 2025. Minutes (ID # 25-1119) APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 1.5. Approval of the Minutes of the Special Meeting of May 5, 2025. Minutes (ID # 25-1120) APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 2. CITATIONS 2.1. By Councilor Pineda Neufeld Commending Dr. David Osler on the auspicious occasion of his retirement from the Cambridge Health Alliance. Citation (ID # 25-1088) APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS 3.1. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to relocate Pole 195/1 approximately 2 feet north of its current location at 55 Dover Street. Grant of Location (ID # 25-1062) Page 2 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 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. Councilor Davis asked that Eversourse provide neighbors with a planned work schedule. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 3.2. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install approximately 80 feet of conduit in Grand Union Boulevard, from Manhole 29310 to a point of pickup at 275 Foley Street. Grant of Location (ID # 25-1063) 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: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 3.3. Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on a new pole at 6 MacArthur Street. Small Wireless Facility (ID # 25-1061) No one was present representing Crown Castle Fiber LLC, and there being no speakers, the Public Hearing was closed. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: Page 3 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 4. ORDERS, ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND MOTIONS OF MEMBERS 4.1. By Councilor Sait That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management and the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment provide a written report to this Council by July 1 regarding any updates on measures and practices taken to assess, monitor, maintain, and improve healthfulness of the schools’ physical environment. Order (ID # 25-1096) APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: School Building Facilities and Maintenance Special Committee FOLLOWUP: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 4.2. By Councilor Sait and Councilor Wilson That the Director of Mobility return the DO NOT BLOCK INTERSECTION signage to the intersection of Broadway and Hinckley Street. Order (ID # 25-1099) APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Traffic and Parking Committee FOLLOWUP: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5.1. By Councilor Pineda Neufeld Commending the Kiwanis Club on the auspicious occasion of its 100th anniversary of support to the community. Citation (ID # 25-0991) LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: Page 4 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 6. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES 6.A. CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENTS AND PERSONNEL MATTERS COMMITTEE 6.A.1. Report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on June 4, 2025. Committee Report (ID # 25-1050) Councilor Ewen-Campen summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported that several mayoral requests for appointment and reappointment confirmations, including positions within the Somerville Housing Authority Police and Human Rights Commission were approved. The committee also addressed the interaction between the Commission for Persons with Disabilities and the Racial and Social Justice Department staff. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 6.A.2. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Alfred William Rymill III as Somerville Housing Authority Police Officer. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0402) APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 6.A.3. Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Michael De Bethencourt as Somerville Housing Authority Police Officer. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0403) APPROVED RESULT: Page 5 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 6.A.4. Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Sean Browne as Somerville Housing Authority Police Officer. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0404) APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 6.A.5. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jovana Calvillo to the Human Rights Commission. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0653) APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 6.A.6. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Salma Kazmi to the Human Rights Commission. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0656) APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: Page 6 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 6.A.7. By Councilor Strezo That this City Council convene in Executive Session with relevant departments, to discuss the interaction between the Commission for Persons with Disabilities and Racial and Social Justice Department and to receive an update on what steps and goals have been established to resolve the disconnect between both parties. Order (ID # 25-0757) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: 6.A.8. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Eli Kim to the position of Police Lieutenant. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0899) APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 6.A.9. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Dylan Lambert to the position of Police Sergeant. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0900) APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 6.B. EQUITY, GENDER, FAMILIES AND VULNERABLE POPULATIONS COMMITTEE 6.B.1. Report of the Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations, meeting on May 27, 2025. Committee Report (ID # 25-1036) Councilor Strezo summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported that the committee received program and cost information for the fabrication and installation of courts at the Founders Rink. The committee also discussed the city’s Guaranteed Basic Income Pilot program and its impacts. Page 7 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 6.B.2. Requesting the appropriation of $160,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Department of Public Works Repairs to Buildings Account for fabrication and installation of courts at Founders Rink. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0456) Councilor Strezo moved to sever item #24-0456 from the Committee Report and take it up for discussion. The motion was approved on a roll call vote of 11 in favor (Mbah, Wilson, Ewen-Campen, Scott, McLaughlin, Burnley, Sait, Strezo, Clingan, Davis, Pineda Neufeld), 0 opposed. After this item was severed from the Committee Report, Councilor Strezo presented discussions about the Founders Rink proposal, expressing concerns over its year-round usability and its alignment with community needs. Councilor Davis criticized the plan for primarily focusing on non-ice activities, advocating for the rink's intended purpose as an ice facility. Olga Freedman, sponsored to speak by Councilor Strezo, shared personal support for using the rink for both ice and other activities. Ultimately, councilors expressed appreciation for the administration's efforts, but voiced opposition to the plan. NOT APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld NAY: 6.B.3. Commissioner of Public Works and Director of Parks and Recreation conveying program and cost information related to item #25-0456, appropriation of $160,000 from Free Cash to the Department of Public Works Repairs to Buildings Account for fabrication and installation of courts at Founders Rink. Officer's Communication (ID # 25-0776) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: 6.C. FINANCE COMMITTEE Page 8 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 6.C.1. Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on June 9, 2025. Committee Report (ID # 25-1106) Councilor Wilson summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported that among the items approved were payments of prior year invoices, acceptance of a gift from MBTA for Fire Department rescue equipment, approval to expend a grant from Eversource Energy for street resurfacing, and acceptance of an grant for Council on Aging wellness programming. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 6.C.2. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $575.16 using available funds in the Parks & Recreation Department Office Supplies Account for cork boards. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0785) APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 6.C.3. Requesting approval to accept and use a gift with an approximate value of $5,399 from the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) to the Fire Department for improving rescue capabilities during a rail incident. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0903) APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: Page 9 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 6.C.4. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $257,540 grant with no new match required, from Eversource Energy to the Engineering Division for permanent resurfacing and restoration of various streets. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0948) APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 6.C.5. Requesting approval of a Substation Easement near 51 Prospect Street for NStar Electric Company. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0967) Councilor Wilson noted that item 7.2 was submitted to replace this item and moved to sever it from the Committee Report and place it on file. The motion was approved on a roll call vote of 9 in favor (Mbah, Wilson, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Strezo, Clingan, Davis, Pineda Neufeld), 0 opposed, 2 absent (Scott, Burnley). PLACED ON FILE RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr. ABSENT: Ward Two City Councilor Scott RECUSED: 6.C.6. Requesting approval to accept and expend an $82,357.50 grant with no new match required, from the Executive Office of Aging and Independence to the Council on Aging for social, educational, and physical wellness programming. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0971) APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: Page 10 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 6.D. LAND USE COMMITTEE 6.D.1. Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting in Joint Session with the Planning Board on June 5, 2025. Committee Report (ID # 25-1077) Councilor McLaughlin summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported that the committee discussed several proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinances covering laboratory uses, research and development zoning, arts and creative enterprises, residential uses, and means of egress standards. Public communications featured comments from residents and officials regarding proposed zoning changes for specific properties and broader amendments. The committee also approved an amendment to Article 8 of the Zoning Ordinances, to update Flood Insurance Rate Map references. Councilor Scott moved to sever and lay on the table three amendments (items #25-0128, #25-0129 and #25-0590, or 6.D.2, 6.D.2, and 6.D.4) until the next City Council meeting to allow time for some details to be worked out regarding the SomerNova project out of an abundance of caution, saying that should the SomerNova deal fall apart, it would detrimentally affect the area, since new uses are being defined and allowed. Councilor McLaughlin asked that Councilor Scott submit his questions, in writing, to the Land Use Committee. After some discussion, Councilor Scott amended the motion and moved that the items be severed from the Committee Report and referred back to the Committee on Land Use. The motion was approved on a roll call vote of 10 in favor (Mbah, Wilson, Ewen-Campen, Scott, McLaughlin, Sait, Strezo, Clingan, Davis, Pineda Neufeld), 0 opposed, 1 absent (Burnley). APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr. ABSENT: 6.D.2. Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Articles 2, 4-6, 8, and 9 of the Zoning Ordinance to revise the regulations for laboratory uses and buildings. Mayor's Request (ID # 24-1460) Councilor Scott expressed concern about not approving all 4 of the items related to Somernova together, as there could be unintended consequences of not changing the base zoning. Councilor Scott moved to sever items #24-1460, #25-0128, and #25-0129 from the committee report and lay them on the table. Discussion ensued about whether to send them to Committee to Page 11 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 allow for further discussion if needed, and the motion was amended to sever the items and refer them back to the Committee on Land Use. The motion was approved on a roll call vote of 10 in favor (Mbah, Wilson, Ewen-Campen, Scott, McLaughlin, Sait, Strezo, Clingan, Davis, Pineda Neufeld), 0 opposed, 1 absent (Burnley). Director Galligani noted that item #24-1460 could stand alone, and the Council then decided to take up this item. ORDINANCE ORDAINED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr. ABSENT: 6.D.3. Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Articles 6, 9, and 10 of the Zoning Ordinance to establish a new Research & Development zoning district. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0128) Councilor Scott expressed concern about not approving all 4 of the items related to Somernova together, as there could be unintended consequences of not changing the base zoning. Councilor Scott moved to sever items #24-1460, #25-0128, and #25-0129 from the committee report and lay them on the table. Discussion ensued about whether to send them to Committee to allow for further discussion if needed, and the motion was amended to sever the items and refer them back to the Committee on Land Use. The motion was approved on a roll call vote of 10 in favor (Mbah, Wilson, Ewen-Campen, Scott, McLaughlin, Sait, Strezo, Clingan, Davis, Pineda Neufeld), 0 opposed, 1 absent (Burnley). Director Galligani noted that item #24-1460 could stand alone, and the Council then decided to take up that item. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Land Use Committee FOLLOWUP: 6.D.4. Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Articles 2, 3-6, and 9 of the Zoning Ordinance to revise the regulations for arts and creative enterprise, office, and residential uses. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0129) Councilor Scott expressed concern about not approving all 4 of the items related to Somernova together, as there could be unintended consequences of not changing the base zoning. Councilor Scott moved to sever items #24-1460, #25-0128, and #25-0129 from the committee report and lay them on the table. Discussion ensued about whether to send them to Committee to allow for further discussion if needed, and the motion was amended to sever the items and refer them back to the Committee on Land Use. The motion Page 12 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 was approved on a roll call vote of 10 in favor (Mbah, Wilson, Ewen-Campen, Scott, McLaughlin, Sait, Strezo, Clingan, Davis, Pineda Neufeld), 0 opposed, 1 absent (Burnley). Director Galligani noted that item #24-1460 could stand alone, and the Council then decided to take up that item. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Land Use Committee FOLLOWUP: 6.D.5. Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Articles 2-5 and 10 of the Zoning Ordinance to remove conflicts with the State Building Code. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0457) ORDINANCE ORDAINED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr. ABSENT: 6.D.6. Planning Board conveying recommendations for item #24-1584. Officer's Communication (ID # 25-0516) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: 6.D.7. Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Article 2 of the Zoning Ordinance to allow the Building Official to waive certain dimensional standards for means of egress. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0590) Councilor Wilson sponsored Holly Simione to speak on the item. Ms. Simione explained that the last line in the article is problematic and she noted that questions being asked during the online application process are not lawful. She acknowledged that the intention was good, but she would like to have more clarity on the matter. Councilor Davis asked that the language be sent to the Law Department for review. City Clerk Wells noted that this would need to be approved by July 10 or the item will expire, pursuant to the required statutory zoning timelines. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Land Use Committee FOLLOWUP: 6.D.8. Eight residents submitting comments re: item #25-0269, a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 295-297 Medford Street and 93 Walnut Street from Mid-Rise 3 (MR3) to Mid-Rise 4 (MR4). Public Communication (ID # 25-0724) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: Page 13 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 6.D.9. Senator Jehlen and 61 residents submitting comments re: items #24-1460, #25-0128, #25-0129, and #25-0131, amendments to the Zoning Ordinance for laboratory, research and development, and arts uses. Public Communication (ID # 25-0725) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: 6.D.10. Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Article 2 and Article 10 of the Zoning Ordinance to revise definitions and the green score calculation of columnar trees. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0737) ORDINANCE ORDAINED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr. ABSENT: 6.D.11. Planning Board conveying recommendations for items #25-0269, #25-0129, #25-1460, #25-0128, and #25-0131. Officer's Communication (ID # 25-0829) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: 6.D.12. 16 residents submitting comments re: item #25-0200, a Zoning Text Amendment to amend Sections 3.1.8c, 3.1.9c, 3.1.10c, 3.1.13k, 3.1.13l, 3.2.12l. and 3.2.12m. Public Communication (ID # 25-0894) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: 6.D.13. Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Article 8 of the Zoning Ordinance to update Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) references. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0907) ORDINANCE ORDAINED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr. ABSENT: Page 14 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 6.D.14. Planning Board conveying recommendations for items #25-0200, #25-0457, and #25-0590. Officer's Communication (ID # 25-0921) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: 6.E. PUBLIC HEALTH AND PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE 6.E.1. Report of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on June 9, 2025. Committee Report (ID # 25-1108) Councilor McLaughlin summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported that the committee discussed installing emergency call boxes in key city locations, enforcing vacant property maintenance ordinances, and addressing the opioid settlement fund allocation. The committee also received a presentation on the report of the Davis Square Public Safety Working Group. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 6.E.2. By Councilor Pineda Neufeld That the Director of Health and Human Services and the Chief of Police consider installing emergency call boxes in key city locations, including Davis Square. Order (ID # 25-0230) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: 6.E.3. By Councilor Scott, Councilor Mbah, Councilor Wilson and Councilor Sait That the Director of Inspectional Services enforce Section 11-111 of the Code of Ordinances - Registration and maintenance of vacant property, in light of the recent collapse of 316 Somerville Avenue. Order (ID # 25-0379) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: 6.E.4. By Councilor McLaughlin, Councilor Scott, Councilor Burnley Jr. and Councilor Mbah That the Administration update this Council on the status of the $528,218 received from the national opioid settlement fund to combat drug addiction and of any plans to utilize said funds. Resolution (ID # 25-0473) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: Page 15 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 6.E.5. By Councilor Pineda Neufeld and Councilor Davis That the Administration update this Council on the report and recommendations of the Davis Square Public Safety Working Group. Resolution (ID # 25-0986) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: 6.F. PUBLIC UTILITIES AND PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE 6.F.1. Report of the Committee on Public Utilities and Public Works, meeting on June 2, 2025. Committee Report (ID # 25-1046) Councilor Clingan summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported that the committee discussed prioritizing ADA compliance for 165 Broadway, obtaining cost estimates for upgrades for 165 Broadway, handling protocols for downed wires, removing an unused switch box at Medford Street, and enhancing lighting at Chuckie Harris Park. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 6.F.2. By Councilor McLaughlin That the Administration prioritize 165 Broadway for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance to ensure full use of youth-related activities in the building. Resolution (ID # 25-0088) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: 6.F.3. By Councilor McLaughlin That the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator provide an estimate for the costs of upgrading 165 Broadway for ADA compliance. Order (ID # 25-0089) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: 6.F.4. By Councilor Mbah and Councilor Wilson That the Director of Constituent Services submit in writing, the protocol for proper handling of downed wires. Order (ID # 25-0214) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: Page 16 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 6.F.5. By Councilor Sait That the Commissioner of Public Works remove the unused switch box on the sidewalk at 533-535 Medford Street. Order (ID # 25-0477) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: 6.F.6. By Councilor McLaughlin That Commissioner of Public Works increase the lighting at Chuckie Harris Park along the fence abutting properties on Minnesota Avenue. Order (ID # 25-0744) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: 6.G. SCHOOL BUILDING FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE SPECIAL COMMITTEE 6.G.1. Report of the Special Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance, meeting on June 10, 2025. Committee Report (ID # 25-1110) Councilor Davis summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported that among the key topics discussed were maintenance schedules, soundproofing options for the Healey School cafetorium, budgeting for CTE equipment maintenance, and transparency in preventative school maintenance plans. The committee also received information regarding the recent break-in at the Winter Hill School building, where several small fires were started. Finally, there was a discussion about developing a clear contingency plan for school displacements. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 6.G.2. By Councilor Mbah That the Administration work with the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management and Commissioner of Public Works to accelerate maintenance schedules, invest in preventative repairs, and develop a clear contingency plan for school displacement. Resolution (ID # 25-0587) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: 6.G.3. By Councilor Pineda Neufeld and Councilor Wilson That the Commissioner of Public Works install appropriate soundproofing materials in the Arthur D. Healey School cafetorium. Order (ID # 25-0604) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: Page 17 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 6.G.4. By Councilor Davis That the Administration work with Somerville Public Schools and the Commissioner of Public Works to effectively budget for and fund current equipment maintenance costs, including but not limited to air compressors and ovens, at the High School Career and Technical Education (CTE) program, and develop plans to include CTE equipment maintenance needs in future budgeting and funding cycles. Resolution (ID # 25-0933) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: 6.G.5. By Councilor Pineda Neufeld, Councilor Wilson, Councilor Clingan and Councilor Mbah That the Commissioner of Public Works provide an update on preventative maintenance plans for all school buildings, and progress on providing the public with tools to view preventative maintenance plans and actions. Order (ID # 25-0987) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: 6.G.6. By Councilor Clingan, Councilor Wilson, Councilor Burnley Jr., Councilor Davis, Councilor Ewen-Campen, Councilor Mbah, Councilor McLaughlin, Councilor Pineda Neufeld, Councilor Sait, Councilor Scott and Councilor Strezo That the Commissioner of Public Works appear before the Special Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance to discuss the recent break-in at the Winter Hill School building and the measures being taken to secure the building. Order (ID # 25-0989) WORK COMPLETED RESULT: 7. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR 7.1. Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Sections 7-64 and 7-65 of the Code of Ordinances to reduce displacement of tenants and update relocation payments. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1044) REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Legislative Matters Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.2. Requesting approval of a Substation Easement near 51 Prospect Street for NStar Electric Company. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1074) APPROVED RESULT: Page 18 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr. ABSENT: Ward Two City Councilor Scott RECUSED: 7.3. Requesting approval of FY 2026 Water & Sewer Rates. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1103) Director Raiche outlined challenges in maintaining the city’s aging infrastructure and emphasized the importance of approving the proposed rate increases for FY26: 18% for water and 12% for sewer and noted an administrative change to a quarterly billing system. He discussed capital investments and debt service and warned about potential instability if the proposed rates are not passed. A new stormwater fee is proposed for January 2026, with plans for an educational campaign for residents beforehand. Various Water and Sewer Department staff spoke about departmental operations. Councilors raised concerns about staffing shortages, emergency repairs, and the need for operational improvements, offering suggestions to address staffing issues urgently and explore union negotiations for license requirements. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and City Councilor At Large Strezo NAY: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr. ABSENT: 7.4. Requesting the appropriation of $30,245,443 to fund the FY 2026 Sewer Enterprise Fund budget. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1123) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: Page 19 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 7.5. Requesting the appropriation of $21,366,905 to fund the FY 2026 Water Enterprise Fund budget. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1124) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: 7.6. Requesting the appropriation of $237,000 to fund the FY 2026 Dilboy Fields Enterprise Fund Budget. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1056) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: 7.7. Requesting the appropriation of $87,000 from the Dilboy Fields Enterprise Fund Retained Earnings to subsidize the FY 2026 Dilboy Fields Enterprise Fund Budget. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1059) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: 7.8. Requesting approval to repurpose $77,000 in the Racial & Social Justice Stabilization Fund to fund two Rental Assistance Advocate positions for FY 2026. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1079) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: 7.9. Requesting approval to appropriate $77,000 in re-purposed funds in the Racial & Social Justice Stabilization Fund to retain two Rental Assistance Advocate positions for Fiscal Year 2026. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1080) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: Page 20 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 7.10. Requesting approval to repurpose and appropriate $40,500 from the COVID-19 Stabilization fund to continue the Playworks Program at the Winter Hill Community School for 2025-2026 School Year. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1095) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: 7.11. Requesting the appropriation or reserve of $5,863,561 in estimated FY 2026 Community Preservation Act (CPA) revenue for CPA projects and expenses. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1078) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: 7.12. Requesting the appropriation of $5,000,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Rainy Day Stabilization Fund. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1115) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: 7.13. Requesting the appropriation of $2,715,270 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Street Reconstruction and Renovation Stabilization Fund to support the 5-Year Capital Investment Plan. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1098) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: 7.14. Requesting the appropriation of $2,055,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Facility Renovation and Reconstruction Stabilization Fund to support the 5-Year Capital Investment Plan. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1097) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: Page 21 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 7.15. Requesting the appropriation of $1,300,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust Fund. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1105) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: 7.16. Requesting the appropriation of $1,000,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Salary & Wage Stabilization Fund. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1104) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: 7.17. Requesting the appropriation of $750,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Parks Stabilization Fund to support the 5-Year Capital Investment Plan. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1100) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: 7.18. Requesting the appropriation of $500,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Capital Projects Stabilization Fund to support the 5-Year Capital Investment Plan. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1101) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: 7.19. Requesting the appropriation of $500,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Traffic Safety Stabilization Fund for traffic safety improvements. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1102) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. Page 22 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: 7.20. Requesting the appropriation of $110,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Workers Compensation Insurance Fund for workers compensation insurance settlements. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1121) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: 7.21. Requesting the appropriation of $100,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Compensated Absence Liability Fund. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1114) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: 7.22. Requesting approval to execute the Fourth Amendment to the lease agreement with Dana Family Series, LLC, for the Grove Street parking lot, through June 30, 2026. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0978) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.23. Requesting approval to enter into a contract of up to ten years for the services of an operator for the Greater Boston Bike Share program (Bluebikes). Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1068) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.24. Requesting approval of a time-only extension for the contract with Franklin Cummings Institute, to December 31, 2026. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1001) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the Page 23 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.25. Requesting approval of a transfer of $100,000 from the Public Space and Urban Forestry Capital Tree Planting Account to the Street Tree Capital Stabilization Fund Account for future tree planting and maintenance activities. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-0898) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: 7.26. Requesting approval of a transfer of $35,000 from the Department of Public Works Snow Removal Account to the Department of Public Works Grounds Division, Overtime Labor Account to remediate a year end deficit. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1081) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: 7.27. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $250,000 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health Bureau of Substance Addiction Services to the Health and Human Services Department for local planning and implementation of substance use prevention among youth. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1075) Tina Los, Director of Prevention Services, explained that this is a 2-year continuation of a grant the city had received for the last 4 years, which focuses on positive youth development. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: Page 24 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 7.28. Requesting approval to accept and expend an $83,996.21 grant from Metro North Regional Employment Board to the Health and Human Services Department for the Mayor's Summer Jobs Program. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1076) Anoop Malik, Finance Manager, explained that these funds will be used for summer youth jobs at various locations. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 7.29. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $46.44 using available funds in the City Council Office Supplies Account for children's area supplies. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1085) APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 7.30. Requesting authorization to dispose of bicycles previously abandoned in the City of Somerville to a charitable organization. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1086) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Finance Committee FOLLOWUP: 7.31. Requesting approval of the 2025-2026 Housing and Urban Development One Year Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant, Home Investment Partnership, and Emergency Solutions Grant Programs. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1005) REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION RESULT: Housing and Community Development Committee FOLLOWUP: Page 25 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 7.32. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Melissa Canu to the Commission for Women. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1089) Councilor Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 7.32 through 7.37 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 7.33. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jennifer Harrington to the Commission for Women. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1090) Councilor Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 7.32 through 7.37 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 7.34. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Nykia Leach to the Commission for Women. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1091) Councilor Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 7.32 through 7.37 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: Page 26 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 7.35. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Neeraj Wadhera to the Commission for Women. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1092) Councilor Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 7.32 through 7.37 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 7.36. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Rachel Tam to the Commission for Women. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1093) Councilor Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 7.32 through 7.37 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 7.37. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Geneva Issacson to the Commission for Women. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1094) Councilor Ewen-Campen moved to waive the readings of items 7.32 through 7.37 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: Page 27 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 7.38. Withdrawn. Withdrawn (ID # 25-1045) WITHDRAWN RESULT: 7.39. Withdrawn. Withdrawn (ID # 25-1071) WITHDRAWN RESULT: 7.40. Withdrawn. Withdrawn (ID # 25-1072) WITHDRAWN RESULT: 7.41. Withdrawn. Withdrawn (ID # 25-1073) WITHDRAWN RESULT: 8. COMMUNICATIONS OF CITY OFFICERS 8.1. City Engineer conveying updated Infiltration/Inflow (I/I) fee methodology and I/I fee. Officer's Communication (ID # 25-1069) PLACED ON FILE RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 8.2. City Clerk conveying Block Party Licenses issued. Officer's Communication (ID # 25-1070) PLACED ON FILE RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: Page 28 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 8.3. Planning Board conveying recommendations for item #25-0737. Officer's Communication (ID # 25-1024) PLACED ON FILE RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr. ABSENT: 8.4. Planning Board conveying recommendations for item #25-0907. Officer's Communication (ID # 25-1082) PLACED ON FILE RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr. ABSENT: 8.5. Withdrawn. Withdrawn (ID # 25-1038) WITHDRAWN RESULT: 8.6. Withdrawn. Withdrawn (ID # 25-1039) WITHDRAWN RESULT: 9. NEW BUSINESS 9.1. Renewing Billiards and Bowling License, Flatbread Company at Sacco's Bowl Haven, 45 Day Street. License (ID # 25-1052) Councilor Davis moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.11 and Page 29 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 10.11 through 10.13 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 9.2. Renewing Drainlayer's License, MC Excavation Inc. License (ID # 25-1053) Councilor Davis moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.11 and 10.11 through 10.13 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 9.3. Renewing Flammables License, DW Propco EF LLC, 250 Water Street. License (ID # 25-1054) Councilor Davis moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.11 and 10.11 through 10.13 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 9.4. Renewing Flammables License, Speedway #02513, 709 McGrath Highway. License (ID # 25-1055) Councilor Davis moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.11 and 10.11 through 10.13 and approve them this evening. Page 30 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 9.5. Renewing Garage License, Assembly Square Auto Sales, 37 Mystic Avenue. License (ID # 25-1057) Councilor Davis moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.11 and 10.11 through 10.13 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 9.6. Renewing Garage License, DW Propco EF LLC, 250 Water Street. License (ID # 25-1058) Councilor Davis moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.11 and 10.11 through 10.13 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 9.7. Renewing Second Hand Dealer License, Great Eastern Vintage, 236 Pearl Street. License (ID # 25-1060) Councilor Davis moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.11 and 10.11 through 10.13 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: Page 31 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 9.8. Department of Racial and Social Justice applying for a Public Event License for Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony on June 16 from 10:30am to 1:30pm (raindate June 17). Public Event (ID # 25-1067) Councilor Davis moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.11 and 10.11 through 10.13 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 9.9. Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for Fireworks Celebration on June 25 from 2pm to 11:30pm (raindate June 27). Public Event (ID # 25-1066) Councilor Davis moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.11 and 10.11 through 10.13 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 9.10. Department of Racial and Social Justice applying for a Public Event License for Disability Pride Flag Celebration on July 10 from 4:30pm to 7pm. Public Event (ID # 25-1065) Councilor Davis moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.11 and 10.11 through 10.13 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: Page 32 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 9.11. Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for ArtBeat 2025 on July 19 from 9am to 11pm (raindate July 20). Public Event (ID # 25-1064) Councilor Davis moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.11 and 10.11 through 10.13 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 9.12. Four residents submitting comments re: budget. Public Communication (ID # 25-1083) PLACED ON FILE RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 9.13. Six residents submitting comments re: items #24-1460, #25-0128, #25-0129, and #25-0131, amendments to the Zoning Ordinance for laboratory, research and development, and arts uses. Public Communication (ID # 25-1084) PLACED ON FILE RESULT: Page 33 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 9.14. Dorinda Jaquith submitting comments re: items #25-0984 and #25-0985, Resolutions regarding creation of a Senior Liaison position and Senior Advisory Group. Public Communication (ID # 25-1087) PLACED ON FILE RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 10. SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS 10.1. By Councilor Ewen-Campen Commending Janine Fay on the auspicious occasion of her 80th birthday. Citation (ID # 25-1125) Councilor Ewen-Campen moved to waive the reading of item 10.1 and approve it this evening. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 10.2. By Councilor Strezo and Councilor Mbah That the Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations coordinate with the Council on Aging to organize, communicate and host a public hearing to discuss issues that affect Somerville residents 60 years of age and older and to hear about issues that address growing older in place in Somerville. Order (ID # 25-1112) Page 34 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations Committee FOLLOWUP: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 10.3. By Councilor Strezo and Councilor Mbah That the Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations hold a public hearing on the recently released Council on Aging Community Survey. Order (ID # 25-1113) APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations Committee FOLLOWUP: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 10.4. By Councilor Sait and Councilor Mbah That the Director of Parks and Recreation report to this Council on the cause of the chemical spill at the Ginny Smithers Pool and the process to address the cause of the spill and prevent a future occurrence. Order (ID # 25-1132) Councilor Sait requested that a report be sent to the City Council prior to its summer recess. APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: School Building Facilities and Maintenance Special Committee FOLLOWUP: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: Page 35 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 10.5. By Councilor Sait That the Commissioner of Public Works increase sanitary maintenance of the streets and sidewalks in Magoun Square. Order (ID # 25-1133) APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Public Utilities and Public Works Committee FOLLOWUP: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 10.6. By Councilor Sait and Councilor Mbah That the Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry plant new trees and maintain existing trees in Magoun Square, on Medford Street and on Broadway. Order (ID # 25-1134) APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Open Space, Environment and Energy Committee FOLLOWUP: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 10.7. By Councilor Sait That the Director of Parking install a new MAGOUN SQUARE MUNICIPAL PARKING LOT sign at the Magoun Square municipal lot. Order (ID # 25-1137) APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION RESULT: Traffic and Parking Committee FOLLOWUP: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: Page 36 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 10.8. Requesting the approval of the expenditure limitations for departmental Revolving Funds for FY 2026. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1138) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: 10.9. Requesting the appropriation of $45,596 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Mobile Farmers Market Revolving Fund for the support of a school based market. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1122) Councilor Wilson moved to waive the readings of items 7.4 through 7.21, 7.25, 7.26, 10.8 and 10.9 and lay them on the table, and to waive the readings of items 7.22 through 7.24 and 7.30 and refer them to the Finance Committee. LAID ON THE TABLE RESULT: 10.10. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $517.26 using available funds in the Communications Department CityTV Division Legal Services, Printing and Stationary, and Rental - Water Cooler Accounts for legal services, signage, and water. Mayor's Request (ID # 25-1139) APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 10.11. Renewing Garage License, D.M. Auto Body, Inc, 48 Joy Street. License (ID # 25-1128) Councilor Davis moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.11 and 10.11 through 10.13 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: Page 37 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 10.12. Renewing Outdoor Parking License, DM Collision Center LLC, 30 Joy Street. License (ID # 25-1129) Councilor Davis moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.11 and 10.11 through 10.13 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 10.13. Parks and Recreation Department applying for a Public Event License for Family Fun Day on June 28 from 10am to 4:30pm. Public Event (ID # 25-1130) Councilor Davis moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.11 and 10.11 through 10.13 and approve them this evening. APPROVED RESULT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: 10.14. Withdrawn. Withdrawn (ID # 25-1002) WITHDRAWN RESULT: 10.15. Withdrawn. Withdrawn (ID # 25-1131) Page 38 of 39

City Council Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025 WITHDRAWN RESULT: 10.16. Withdrawn. Withdrawn (ID # 25-1135) WITHDRAWN RESULT: 11. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was Adjourned at 10:53 PM on a roll call vote of 9 in favor (Mbah, Wilson, Ewen-Campen, Scott, McLaughlin, Sait, Clingan, Davis, Pineda Neufeld), 0 opposed, 2 absent (Burnley, Strezo). Page 39 of 39