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City Council — Minutes, Mar 26, 2026
City of Somerville, Massachusetts
City Council
Meeting Minutes
7:00 PM
Thursday, March 26, 2026
NOTICE: This is NOT the official version of the City Council's minutes. While reasonable efforts have
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1.
OPENING CEREMONIES
The meeting was called to order at 7:05 PM by Ward Six City Councilor Lance L. Davis.
The City Council entered recess at 7:25 PM and returned at 7:29 PM.
1.1.
Call of the Roll.
Roll Call
(ID # 26-0487)
PLACED ON FILE
RESULT:
1.2.
Remembrances.
Remembrances
(ID # 26-0488)
Councilor Mbah requested a moment of silence in memory of Marvin Ray
Nutter.
Councilors Mbah, Davis, and Ewen-Campen requested a moment of silence
in memory of Philip Reavis, Sr.
Councilor Clingan requested a moment of silence in memory of Joanne
Gallo.
APPROVED
RESULT:
1.3.
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 26, 2026.
Minutes
(ID # 26-0489)
APPROVED
RESULT:
2.
CITATIONS
2.1.
By Councilor Sait
Commending Somerville Carbon Free and Healthy Schools for their
advocacy to ensure that our community is more resilient to the impacts of
climate change.
Citation
(ID # 26-0474)
Councilor Sait spoke about the composition of the group and the valuable
work it performs. She sponsored Corey Donahue, a member of the
Somerville Carbon Free and Healthy Schools Coalition, who spoke about
pollution from school buildings, their effects and what can be done to
remedy the problem. Councilor Sait also sponsored Bhavika Kalia, a high
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school student, to address the Council. Ms. Kalia shared her perspective on
this climate change.
APPROVED
RESULT:
3.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
4.
ORDERS, ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND MOTIONS OF MEMBERS
4.1.
By Councilor Davis
In his capacity as President, conveying this Council's updated Standing
Committee assignments and Commission appointments for 2026.
Communication
(ID # 26-0486)
PLACED ON FILE
RESULT:
4.2.
By Councilor Wheeler
That the Director of Constituent Services update this Council on the 311
system, recent and upcoming improvements, open roles, and the approach
being taken to directing the wide variety of resident needs to provide
answers, solutions, and follow-through.
Order
(ID # 26-0468)
Councilor Wheeler stated his desire to have a 311 presentation before this
Council or one of its committees. Councilor Clingan offered to take the item
into the Sustainability and Infrastructure Committee.
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Sustainability and Infrastructure Committee
FOLLOWUP:
4.3.
By Councilor Wheeler, Councilor Clingan, Councilor Davis, Councilor
Ewen-Campen, Councilor Hardt, Councilor Link, Councilor Mbah,
Councilor McLaughlin, Councilor Sait, Councilor Scott and Councilor
Strezo
That this City Council supports the state legislation known as the Municipal
Empowerment Act, which would provide flexibility in setting fees, reduce
reliance on home rule petitions, and streamline procurement, enabling more
efficient, locally responsive municipal operations.
Resolution
(ID # 26-0384)
Councilor Wheeler explained this legislation would allow municipalities to
respond more effectively to real world conditions. Councilor Hardt added
that this legislation includes an enforcement mechanism that would allow
local governments to make progress on the issue of utility double poles.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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4.4.
By Councilor Strezo
Requesting that the Somerville Public Schools Chief Financial Officer
submit a detailed line by line FY 27 School Department budget to this City
Council in the same or similar format as the city operating budget, for
community transparency and considering the current deficit going into this
budget cycle.
Resolution
(ID # 26-0472)
Councilor Strezo explained that the School Department presents its budget
to the City Council in summary fashion, without detailed breakdowns of
position and salary line items and she believes that, although the City
Council cannot adjust those line items, it still should be provided so that the
public knows how the money is being spent.
APPROVED
RESULT:
4.5.
By Councilor Strezo, Councilor Clingan, Councilor Ewen-Campen,
Councilor Scott and Councilor Mbah
That the Administration discuss the process of disposal of city surplus items,
and whether those items may be offered to employees or the public through
the creation of a Freecycle style system.
Resolution
(ID # 26-0473)
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Sustainability and Infrastructure Committee
FOLLOWUP:
4.6.
By Councilor Mbah
Conveying a report of the Job Creation and Retention Trust Fund.
Communication
(ID # 26-0479)
PLACED ON FILE
RESULT:
4.7.
By Councilor Clingan, Councilor Davis, Councilor Ewen-Campen,
Councilor Hardt, Councilor Link, Councilor Mbah, Councilor McLaughlin,
Councilor Sait, Councilor Scott, Councilor Strezo and Councilor Wheeler
That the Administration explore the creation of a Neighborhood Clean-Up
Assistance Program, as detailed within.
Resolution
(ID # 26-0480)
Councilor Clingan explained that he envisions a public facing calendar to
allow residents to schedule clean ups with the cooperation of the city.
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Housing, Community Development and Equity Committee
FOLLOWUP:
4.8.
By Councilor Clingan and Councilor Sait
That the Director of Constituent Services appear before the Committee on
Sustainability and Infrastructure to discuss the process by which 311 tickets
are routed or closed after re-routing.
Resolution
(ID # 26-0481)
Councilor Clingan commented that the 311 system is not providing follow
up information to individuals who have submitted items for action and he
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would like to have a full explanation of how items are processed. Councilor
Sait noted that repeat calls about a particular item are not generating new
tickets, which often leads to the situation getting worse.
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Sustainability and Infrastructure Committee
FOLLOWUP:
4.9.
By Councilor Clingan
That the Director of Water and Sewer appear before the Committee on
Sustainability and Infrastructure to discuss the process by which it is
determined whether a residential unit requires a 1-inch water meter or a
5/8-inch water meter.
Resolution
(ID # 26-0482)
Councilor Clingan explained that the city has two base rates for water usage,
based on the size of the pipes, in other words , 5/8” vs. 1”. He noted that in
some installations, consumers were asked which size pipe they preferred or
were advised that the smaller pipe would be sufficient for their needs,
thereby saving them approximately $350 in base rate fees. He would like to
know the criteria for determining which size pipe is installed and how the
confusion can be avoided in the future.
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Sustainability and Infrastructure Committee
FOLLOWUP:
5.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
6.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
6.A.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
6.A.1.
Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole
on March 24, 2026.
Committee Report
(ID # 26-0470)
Councilor Wheeler summarized the actions taken by the committee and
reported that among the items recommended for approval were an internal
transfer for grant match, an appropriation from the Bike Share Stabilization
Fund, an appropriation to the newly established Special Education Reserve
Fund, and five Community Preservation Act appropriations. The committee
also discussed the FY27 budget priorities submitted by Council members.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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6.A.2.
Requesting the appropriation of $430,965 from the Unreserved Fund
Balance ("Free Cash") to the Special Education Reserve Fund.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 26-0163)
Councilor Davis and Councilor Clingan were recused from this item due to
their spouses' employment.
APPROVED
RESULT:
6.A.3.
Requesting approval to appropriate $75,000 from the Bike Share
Stabilization Fund for installation and startup costs of a Blue Bike station at
the 16-20 Medford Street development site.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 26-0202)
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, City Councilor
At Large Link, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Four
City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Sait,
City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City
Councilor Hardt, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin,
City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City
Councilor Davis
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Strezo
ABSENT:
6.A.4.
Requesting the appropriation of $399,255 from the Community Preservation
Act (CPA) Undesignated Fund Balance to the CPA Fund Community
Housing Reserve.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 26-0297)
APPROVED
RESULT:
6.A.5.
Requesting the appropriation of $1,167,395 from the Community
Preservation Act Fund Community Housing Reserve to the Affordable
Housing Trust.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 26-0298)
APPROVED
RESULT:
6.A.6.
Requesting the appropriation of $200,000 from the Community Preservation
Act Fund Open Space Reserve to the Open Space Land Acquisition Fund.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 26-0299)
APPROVED
RESULT:
6.A.7.
Requesting the appropriation of $100,766 from the Community Preservation
Act Fund Historic Preservation Reserve to the Somerville Museum to
conserve artifacts in its collection.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 26-0300)
APPROVED
RESULT:
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6.A.8.
Requesting the appropriation of $50,000 from the Community Preservation
Act Budgeted Reserve to the Housing Authority for improvements to the
open space at the Mystic River/View developments.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 26-0323)
APPROVED
RESULT:
6.A.9.
Requesting approval to establish a Grant Match Account with a $15,000
transfer from the Department of Veterans' Services Grounds Maintenance
Account to the Department of Veterans' Services Special Items Account for
the Massachusetts General Court and the State Historical Records Advisory
Board Grant match requirement.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 26-0325)
APPROVED
RESULT:
6.A.10.
By Councilor Mbah
Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2027.
Communication
(ID # 26-0335)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.A.11.
By Councilor Ewen-Campen
Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2027.
Communication
(ID # 26-0344)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.A.12.
By Councilor Sait
Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2027.
Communication
(ID # 26-0345)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.A.13.
By Councilor Link
Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2027.
Communication
(ID # 26-0349)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.A.14.
By Councilor Davis
Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2027.
Communication
(ID # 26-0351)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.A.15.
By Councilor Strezo
Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2027.
Communication
(ID # 26-0355)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.A.16.
By Councilor Clingan
Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2027.
Communication
(ID # 26-0357)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
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6.A.17.
By Councilor Wheeler
Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2027.
Communication
(ID # 26-0360)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.A.18.
By Councilor Hardt
Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2027.
Communication
(ID # 26-0371)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.B.
LAND USE COMMITTEE
6.B.1.
Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting in Joint Session with the
Planning Board on March 19, 2026.
Committee Report
(ID # 26-0464)
Councilor Ewen-Campen summarized the actions taken by the committee
and reported that public hearings were held on two items, both of which will
be discussed at future committee meetings and asked that the report be
accepted as submitted.
APPROVED
RESULT:
6.C.
LEGISLATIVE MATTERS COMMITTEE
6.C.1.
Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on March 17,
2026.
Committee Report
(ID # 26-0383)
Councilors Davis and Councilor Clingan recused themselves from item
#26-0161 due to their spouses’ occupation and Councilor Mbah assumed the
Chair.
Councilor Scott summarized the actions taken by the committee and
reported that acceptance of three pieces of state legislation were
recommended for approval. Item #26-0145 has to do with increasing the
amounts of certain real estate exemptions. Item #26-0161 would allow the
city to establish a Special Education Reserve Fund, similar to a stabilization
fund, for special education costs which could only be used with the approval
of the School Committee and the City Council to absorb funding impacts for
special education. Any funds not expended would remain in this fund and
would not revert back to the city’s general fund.
City Clerk Wells informed the Chair that it was not necessary for Councilors
Davis and Clingan to be recused from items #26-0144 and #26-0145.
Councilor Scott moved for reconsideration of those items. Reconsideration
was approved and a new roll call vote was taken.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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6.C.2.
Requesting acceptance of Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 59, Section
5, Clause 22I, to authorize an annual cost of living adjustment increase in
the exemption amount granted under Chapter 59, Section 5, Clauses 22,
22A, 22B, 22C, 22E and 22F.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 26-0144)
Councilor Scott moved for reconsideration on the item. The motion was
approved by unanimous consent.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, City Councilor
At Large Link, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Four
City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Sait,
City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City
Councilor Hardt, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin,
City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City
Councilor Davis
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Strezo
ABSENT:
6.C.3.
Requesting acceptance of Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 59, Section
5, Clause 22J, to authorize an increase in the exemption amount granted
under Chapter 59, Section 5, Clauses 22, 22A, 22B, 22C, 22E and 22F.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 26-0145)
Councilor Scott moved for reconsideration on the item. The motion was
approved by unanimous consent.
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, City Councilor
At Large Link, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Four
City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Sait,
City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City
Councilor Hardt, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin,
City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City
Councilor Davis
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Strezo
ABSENT:
6.C.4.
Requesting the acceptance of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40,
Section 13E, to establish a Special Education Reserve Fund.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 26-0161)
APPROVED
RESULT:
Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, City Councilor
At Large Link, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Five
City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Wheeler,
Ward Seven City Councilor Hardt, Ward One City
Councilor McLaughlin, and City Councilor At Large Mbah
AYE:
City Councilor At Large Strezo
ABSENT:
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Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City
Councilor Davis
RECUSED:
6.D.
LICENSES AND PERMITS COMMITTEE
6.D.1.
Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on March 25,
2026.
Committee Report
(ID # 26-0471)
Councilor Hardt moved to sever item #26-0311 from the committee report,
the motion was approved by unanimous consent.
Councilor Hardt summarized the actions taken by the committee and
reported that a Grant of Location, item # 26-0308, was recommended for
approval, with conditions.
APPROVED
RESULT:
6.D.2.
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 5 feet of conduit in
Heath Street, from Utility Pole 165/13 to a point of pickup at 16 Edgar
Avenue.
Grant of Location
(ID # 26-0308)
APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS
RESULT:
6.D.3.
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 6 feet of conduit in
Line Street, from Utility Pole 211/7 to a point of pickup at 62 Line Street.
Grant of Location
(ID # 26-0311)
After approval of the Committee Report, Councilor Hardt moved to amend
the condition on item #26-0311 by striking it in full, the motion was
approved by unanimous consent.
APPROVED
RESULT:
6.E.
SCHOOL BUILDING FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE COMMITTEE
6.E.1.
Report of the Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance,
meeting on March 23, 2026.
Committee Report
(ID # 26-0469)
Councilor Link summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported
that the committee received a custodial staffing report, updates on the
Edgerly, East Somerville Community and Capuano Schools, an update on
the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) process for the
Winter Hill and Brown Schools, an update on the Kennedy Schoolyard
renovation and discussed the decarbonization goals for the schools.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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6.E.2.
By Councilor Davis
That the Commissioner of Public Works provide to the City Council a
full-time equivalent analysis and recommendations for custodial staffing at
each Somerville Public School, including distinctions between day versus
evening shifts, disparities between school size, usage, and current custodial
assignments.
Resolution
(ID # 26-0102)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.E.3.
By Councilor McLaughlin, Councilor Strezo and Councilor Mbah
That the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on
maintenance issues in the East Somerville, Capuano and Edgerly Schools.
Order
(ID # 26-0107)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.E.4.
By Councilor Davis
That the Commissioner of Public Works provide a written update to this
Council and the School Committee on the status of restoring hot water to all
areas of the Capuano Early Education Center, including which areas are
affected, actions taken, and an estimated timeline for full restoration.
Order
(ID # 26-0109)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.E.5.
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 on updates to measures and practices taken to assess, monitor,
maintain, and improve the physical environment in schools.
Order
(ID # 26-0134)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.E.6.
Director of Public Space & Urban Forestry conveying information regarding
the Kennedy Inclusive Schoolyard renovation.
Officer's
Communication
(ID # 26-0267)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.F.
SUSTAINABILITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE
6.F.1.
Report of the Committee on Sustainability and Infrastructure, meeting on
March 18, 2026.
Committee Report
(ID # 26-0463)
Councilor Clingan moved to sever items #26-0337 and #26-0338 and return
them to the Sustainability and Infrastructure Committee
Councilor Clingan summarized the actions taken by the committee and
reported that there was a presentation by the Department of Public Works on
snow related matters and that members were told that mistakes were made
during the recent snowstorms and that modifications are being made to
correct them for future snow events. Councilor Clingan stated that he
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realized that there may not be an easy solution, but he thinks that there is a
need for more discussion about clearing accessible and handicapped parking
areas of the city.
APPROVED
RESULT:
6.F.2.
By Councilor Sait and Councilor Mbah
That the Commissioner of Public Works remove snow from dead end
streets, private ways and alleyways in a timely manner.
Resolution
(ID # 26-0149)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.F.3.
By Councilor Ewen-Campen
That the Commissioner of Public Works discuss with this Council whether
the sidewalk snow clearing pilot worked as intended this year, or whether
there are other strategies to improve pedestrian mobility following a large
snowstorm.
Resolution
(ID # 26-0236)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.F.4.
By Councilor Ewen-Campen
That the Commissioner of Public Works discuss with this Council lessons
learned from the recent large snowfall about resources and policies needed
to improve snow clearance, including Massachusetts Bay Transportation
Authority (MBTA) bus stops, business district sidewalks and parking,
private ways and dead ends, accessible ramps and bike lanes.
Resolution
(ID # 26-0237)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.F.5.
By Councilor Ewen-Campen, Councilor Clingan, Councilor Davis,
Councilor Hardt, Councilor Link, Councilor Mbah, Councilor McLaughlin,
Councilor Sait, Councilor Scott, Councilor Strezo and Councilor Wheeler
That the Commissioner of Public Works discuss with this Council how to
ensure that handicapped parking spaces are not used for snow storage and
are cleared at the same time as other spaces.
Resolution
(ID # 26-0337)
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Sustainability and Infrastructure Committee
FOLLOWUP:
6.F.6.
By Councilor Ewen-Campen, Councilor Clingan, Councilor Davis,
Councilor Hardt, Councilor Link, Councilor Mbah, Councilor McLaughlin,
Councilor Sait, Councilor Scott, Councilor Strezo and Councilor Wheeler
That the Commissioner of Public Works discuss with this Council how to
ensure that accessible sidewalk ramps are cleared following snowstorms,
and ensure that 311 reports on this issue are promptly responded to.
Resolution
(ID # 26-0338)
APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Sustainability and Infrastructure Committee
FOLLOWUP:
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6.F.7.
By Councilor Hardt
That the Commissioner of Public Works discuss with this Council, the
policy of prohibiting parking on alternating sides of the street during a snow
emergency, and whether it is the best way to meet snow removal needs.
Order
(ID # 26-0352)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.G.
TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMITTEE
6.G.1.
Report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on March 16,
2026.
Committee Report
(ID # 26-0379)
Councilor Sait summarized the actions taken by the committee and reported
that the review and technical evaluation for a NO TURN ON RED sign at
the intersection of Bow Street and Warren Avenue has been completed and
that the sign will be installed in the spring. The committee also discussed the
recommendations of the Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Committee
regarding the Massachusetts Department of Transportation McGrath
Boulevard project, which is estimated to begin in 2027 and will take four
years to complete.
APPROVED
RESULT:
6.G.2.
By Councilor McLaughlin
That the Director of Engineering and the Director of Mobility work to block
off the end of Virginia Street and Aldrich Street to through traffic.
Resolution
(ID # 26-0060)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.G.3.
By Councilor Link
That the Director of Mobility, install a NO TURN ON RED sign at the
intersection of Bow Street and Warren Avenue to improve pedestrian and
cyclist safety, and report back to this Council on implementation timing.
Resolution
(ID # 26-0064)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
6.G.4.
By Councilor Wheeler, Councilor Ewen-Campen, Councilor McLaughlin,
Councilor Sait, Councilor Hardt, Councilor Link and Councilor Clingan
That the Director of Mobility discuss with this Council the
recommendations of the Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Committee
regarding the 25% design documents of the Massachusetts Department of
Transportation McGrath Boulevard project.
Order
(ID # 26-0070)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
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6.G.5.
Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Committee submitting comments re:
McGrath Boulevard.
Public
Communication
(ID # 26-0086)
WORK COMPLETED
RESULT:
7.
COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR
7.1.
Requesting approval to amend the Community Preservation Act Fund FY
2025 grant of $365,000 to the Somerville Community Land Trust to change
the grant conditions.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 26-0388)
Councilor Wheeler moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.5
and refer them to the Finance Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
7.2.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $231,635 grant with no new
match required, from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety
and Security to the Police Department for a body-worn camera program.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 26-0378)
Councilor Wheeler moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.5
and refer them to the Finance Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
7.3.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $103,514 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 # 26-0372)
Councilor Wheeler moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.5
and refer them to the Finance Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
7.4.
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $100,000 grant with no new
match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue to the
Communications and Community Engagement Department for Phase 1 of a
website redesign.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 26-0382)
Councilor Wheeler moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.5
and refer them to the Finance Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
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7.5.
Requesting approval to accept a gift with an approximate value of $15,000
from the Town of Medway, Massachusetts to the Fire Department for use by
the Auxiliary Fire Department as a lighting and pump support unit.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 26-0385)
Councilor Wheeler moved to waive the readings of items 7.1 through 7.5
and refer them to the Finance Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Finance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
7.6.
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for
Body Worn Cameras.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 26-0484)
Councilor Scott moved to waive the readings of items 7.6 and 7.7 and refer
them to the Legislative Matters Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Legislative Matters Committee
FOLLOWUP:
7.7.
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for
Crime Tracer.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 26-0485)
Councilor Scott moved to waive the readings of items 7.6 and 7.7 and refer
them to the Legislative Matters Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Legislative Matters Committee
FOLLOWUP:
7.8.
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Eric Weisman as
Commissioner of Public Works.
Mayor's Request
(ID # 26-0483)
Councilor Clingan inquired if the title for this position has been specified in
the City Charter and City Clerk Wells explained that titles are not typically
specified in the Charter and that the title will remain as Commissioner of
Public Works, since that is how it is listed in the city’s budget.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters
Committee
FOLLOWUP:
7.9.
Conveying the appointment of Klaus Schultz to the Ranked Choice Voting
Committee.
Mayor's
Communication
(ID # 26-0465)
PLACED ON FILE
RESULT:
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7.10.
Conveying the appointment of Barry Rafkind to the Ranked Choice Voting
Committee.
Mayor's
Communication
(ID # 26-0466)
PLACED ON FILE
RESULT:
7.11.
Conveying the appointment of Kat Rutkin to the Public Financing of
Campaigns Committee.
Mayor's
Communication
(ID # 26-0467)
PLACED ON FILE
RESULT:
7.12.
Withdrawn.
Withdrawn
(ID # 26-0387)
WITHDRAWN
RESULT:
7.13.
Withdrawn.
Withdrawn
(ID # 26-0386)
WITHDRAWN
RESULT:
8.
COMMUNICATIONS OF CITY OFFICERS
9.
NEW BUSINESS
9.1.
Renewing Billiards and Bowling License, Flatbread, 45 Day Street.
License
(ID # 26-0390)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.2.
Renewing Billiards and Bowling License, The Public, 563 Broadway.
License
(ID # 26-0391)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.3.
Renewing Billiards and Bowling License, Lucky Strike, 325 Revolution
Drive.
License
(ID # 26-0389)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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9.4.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, A.A. Will Corporation.
License
(ID # 26-0393)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.5.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, A.P. Flowers & Son LLC.
License
(ID # 26-0392)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.6.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Bassco Excavating.
License
(ID # 26-0394)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.7.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, C Naughton Corp.
License
(ID # 26-0411)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.8.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, C.J. Doherty Inc.
License
(ID # 26-0397)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.9.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, C.M. Conway Construction Inc.
License
(ID # 26-0395)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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9.10.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Cavalieri Construction Co. Inc.
License
(ID # 26-0396)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.11.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Classic Site Solutions Inc.
License
(ID # 26-0398)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.12.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, D. Muzzioli Associates Inc.
License
(ID # 26-0400)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.13.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, D&M Civil Inc.
License
(ID # 26-0399)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.14.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, D'Allessandro Corp.
License
(ID # 26-0401)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.15.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, DJ Morris Contracting.
License
(ID # 26-0402)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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9.16.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, DOG Excavation.
License
(ID # 26-0403)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.17.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, E.B. Rotondi & Sons Inc.
License
(ID # 26-0415)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.18.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, P. Gioioso & Sons Inc.
License
(ID # 26-0404)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.19.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Hunter Environmental Winter Storm
Services.
License
(ID # 26-0405)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.20.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, M.T. Mayo Corp.
License
(ID # 26-0407)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.21.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Mackay Construction Services Inc.
License
(ID # 26-0406)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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9.22.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Mendez Masonry & Construction Inc.
License
(ID # 26-0408)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.23.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Metro Equipment Corporation.
License
(ID # 26-0409)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.24.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Mirra Co. LLC.
License
(ID # 26-0410)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.25.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, NCCL Enterprises.
License
(ID # 26-0412)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.26.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, R.M. Pacella Inc.
License
(ID # 26-0413)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.27.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Ragusa Companies LLC.
License
(ID # 26-0414)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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9.28.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Sean Farrell Excavation Inc.
License
(ID # 26-0416)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.29.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Spencer Contracting.
License
(ID # 26-0417)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.30.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Super Service Today Inc.
License
(ID # 26-0418)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.31.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Tascon Corporation.
License
(ID # 26-0419)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.32.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Tim Zanelli Excavating LLC.
License
(ID # 26-0420)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.33.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Tufts Construction Inc.
License
(ID # 26-0421)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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9.34.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Umbro & Sons Construction Corp.
License
(ID # 26-0422)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.35.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, USA Excavating Inc.
License
(ID # 26-0423)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.36.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, W.L. French Excavating.
License
(ID # 26-0424)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.37.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, WES Construction Corp.
License
(ID # 26-0425)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.38.
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Your Space Landscape and Const. Inc.
License
(ID # 26-0426)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.39.
New Extended Operating Hours License, Tropical Smoothie Cafe, 22
McGrath Highway, for take-out and delivery services until 5am.
License
(ID # 26-0427)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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9.40.
Renewing Garage License, Assembly Row 5B LLC, 455 Grand Union
Boulevard.
License
(ID # 26-0428)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.41.
Renewing Garage License, BBC Auto Repair, 42 Joy Street.
License
(ID # 26-0429)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.42.
Renewing Garage License, Broadway Brake Corp, 45 Broadway.
License
(ID # 26-0430)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.43.
Renewing Garage License, Broadway Motor Cars, 161 Broadway.
License
(ID # 26-0431)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.44.
Renewing Garage License, Cataldo Ambulance Service, 4 Joy Street.
License
(ID # 26-0432)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.45.
Renewing Garage License, DM Auto Services, 45 Webster Avenue.
License
(ID # 26-0433)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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9.46.
Renewing Garage License, Federal Realty Investment Trust, 355 Artisan
Way.
License
(ID # 26-0435)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.47.
Renewing Garage License, Federal Realty Investment Trust, 445 Artisan
Way.
License
(ID # 26-0436)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.48.
Renewing Garage License, Federal Realty Investment Trust, 479 Canal
Street.
License
(ID # 26-0437)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.49.
Renewing Garage License, Federal Realty Investment Trust, 333 Great River
Road.
License
(ID # 26-0434)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.50.
Renewing Garage License, Gasper Ostuni, 195 Highland Avenue.
License
(ID # 26-0447)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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9.51.
Renewing Garage License, Gene Automotive Repair, 56 Joy Street.
License
(ID # 26-0438)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.52.
Renewing Garage License, Good Gas Somerville, 343 Medford Street.
License
(ID # 26-0439)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.53.
Renewing Garage License, Goodyear Auto Service Center, 1 Bow Street.
License
(ID # 26-0440)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.54.
Renewing Garage License, Herb Chambers 1-93 Inc., 71 Linwood Street.
License
(ID # 26-0441)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.55.
Renewing Garage License, Herb Chambers I-93 Inc., 259 McGrath
Highway.
License
(ID # 26-0443)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.56.
Renewing Garage License, Mass General Brigham Incorporated, 399
Revolution Drive.
License
(ID # 26-0444)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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9.57.
Renewing Garage License, Mercedes Benz of Boston Commercial Vans,
161 Linwood Street.
License
(ID # 26-0442)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.58.
Renewing Garage License, Mercedes Benz of Boston, 161 Linwood Street.
License
(ID # 26-0445)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.59.
Renewing Garage License, Original Auto Body Inc., 12 Joy Street.
License
(ID # 26-0446)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.60.
Renewing Garage License, Sam's Gas and Service, 166 Boston Avenue.
License
(ID # 26-0448)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.61.
Renewing Garage License, SRI Assembly Row B8 LLC, 485 Foley Street.
License
(ID # 26-0449)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.62.
Renewing Garage License, Sullivan Tire, 263 Beacon Street.
License
(ID # 26-0450)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
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9.63.
Renewing Garage License, Tracer Technologies Inc., 20 Assembly Square
Drive.
License
(ID # 26-0451)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.64.
Renewing Garage License, Union Gulf Service LLC, 231 Washington
Street.
License
(ID # 26-0452)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.65.
Renewing Livery License, Boston Novelty Limo LLC, 333 Broadway.
License
(ID # 26-0453)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.66.
Renewing Livery License, Mass Cab, 45 Endicott Avenue.
License
(ID # 26-0454)
Councilor Hardt recused herself from this item as an abutter to the applicant.
Councilor Wheeler moved to waive the reading of item 9.66 and approve it
this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.67.
Renewing Livery License, Med Transportation, 34 Grant Street.
License
(ID # 26-0455)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.68.
Renewing Outdoor Parking License, Mercedes Benz of Boston, 161
Linwood Street.
License
(ID # 26-0456)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
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APPROVED
RESULT:
9.69.
Renewing Outdoor Parking License, Star Market, 275 Beacon Street.
License
(ID # 26-0457)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.70.
Renewing Second Hand Dealer License, Atlas Metals Inc., 475 Columbia
Street.
License
(ID # 26-0458)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.71.
Renewing Second Hand Dealer License, Luce Boutique, 56 Union Square.
License
(ID # 26-0459)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.72.
Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Joseph Nicolas, Med. #79.
License
(ID # 26-0460)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.73.
New Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Xeluxe AutoGroup, 20 Cummings
Street, 0 vehicles inside, 45 vehicles outside, Mon-Fri: 8AM-6PM, Sat:
8AM-2PM, Sun: closed.
License
(ID # 26-0461)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the reading of items 9.73 and refer it to the
Licenses and Permits Committee.
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Licenses and Permits Committee
FOLLOWUP:
9.74.
Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Sam's Auto Sales, 166 Boston
Avenue.
License
(ID # 26-0462)
Councilor Hardt moved to waive the readings of items 9.1 through 9.65,
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items 9.67 through 9.72, and item 9.74 and approve them this evening.
APPROVED
RESULT:
9.75.
Digital Fourth submitting comments re: Surveillance Technology Annual
Report.
Public
Communication
(ID # 26-0475)
PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Legislative Matters Committee
FOLLOWUP:
9.76.
Harvard University conveying its Spring 2026 Accountability Report.
Public
Communication
(ID # 26-0476)
PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Housing, Community Development and Equity Committee
FOLLOWUP:
9.77.
Adam Steiner submitting comments re: YMCA redevelopment.
Public
Communication
(ID # 26-0477)
PLACED ON FILE
RESULT:
9.78.
Urban Forestry Committee submitting comments re: anti-coagulant
rodenticides.
Public
Communication
(ID # 26-0478)
PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Legislative Matters Committee
FOLLOWUP:
10.
SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS
10.1.
By Councilor Link
That the Commissioner of Public Works conduct a citywide sweep to
remove large debris from the Community Path and bike lanes now that snow
season has concluded.
Resolution
(ID # 26-0490)
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Sustainability and Infrastructure Committee
FOLLOWUP:
10.2.
By Councilor Davis
That the Commissioner of Public Works discuss with this Council, practical
solutions to clearing snow from schoolyards without damaging play surfaces
to allow students to access outdoor play areas.
Resolution
(ID # 26-0492)
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
School Building Facilities and Maintenance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
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10.3.
By Councilor Davis
That the Administration update this Council on plans to upgrade electrical
and air conditioning equipment for the gym and cafeteria at the Edgerly
School.
Resolution
(ID # 26-0491)
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
School Building Facilities and Maintenance Committee
FOLLOWUP:
10.4.
St. Benedict Parish applying for a Public Event License for Easter Vigil on
April 4 from 7:30pm to 8:30pm.
Public Event
(ID # 26-0494)
APPROVED
RESULT:
10.5.
Gilman Square Neighborhood Council submitting comments re: McGrath
Boulevard.
Public
Communication
(ID # 26-0493)
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
RESULT:
Public Health and Public Safety Committee
FOLLOWUP:
10.6.
Hala Jadallah submitting comments re: surveillance.
Public
Communication
(ID # 26-0495)
PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Legislative Matters Committee
FOLLOWUP:
10.7.
Three residents submitting comments re: item #26-0485, Surveillance
Technology Impact Report for Crime Tracer.
Public
Communication
(ID # 26-0496)
PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION
RESULT:
Legislative Matters Committee
FOLLOWUP:
11.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was Adjourned at 8:40 PM.
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