City Council — Agenda, Apr 9, 2026

City of Somerville, Massachusetts City Council Regular Meeting Agenda City Council Chamber and Remote Participation 7:00 PM Thursday, April 9, 2026 Published April 7, 2026, 1:15 PM, Revised Published April 9, 2026 11:00 AM. NOTICE: Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025, this meeting of the City Council may be conducted via remote participation. We will post an audio recording, audiovideo recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of these proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting on the City of Somerville website and local cable access government channels. Register at the following website to listen to this meeting live or to testify at any public hearing: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_KP2q2jjqSU6x1jsV7W2jvw Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should contact the ADA Coordinator in advance at [phone removed] x 2059 or ADA@somervillema.gov. 1. OPENING CEREMONIES 1.1. Roll Call (ID # 26-0629) Call of the Roll. 1.2. Remembrances (ID # 26-0630) Remembrances. 1.3. Minutes (ID # 26-0631) Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 12, 2026. 2. CITATIONS 2.1. Citation (ID # 26-0612) By Councilor Clingan Commending Teresa M. Pero on the auspicious occasion of her 100th birthday. 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS 3.1. Grant of Location (ID # 26-0525) Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 318 feet of conduit in Kent Street and Somerville Avenue, from existing Manhole 14831 to point of pickup at 22 Kent Street, and additional conduit from Manhole 14831 to an existing Manhole 8634. Page 1 of 13

City Council Regular Meeting Agenda April 9, 2026 3.2. Grant of Location (ID # 26-0527) Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 184 feet of conduit in Broadway, from existing Manhole 1969 to a point of pickup at 382 Broadway. 3.3. Grant of Location (ID # 26-0526) Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 25 feet of conduit in Everett Street, from Utility Pole 118/0 to a point of pickup at 24 Webster Avenue. 4. ORDERS, ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND MOTIONS OF MEMBERS 4.1. Resolution (ID # 26-0521) By Councilor Sait That the Commissioner of Public Works address the radiator dysfunction in one of the Kennedy School classrooms. 4.2. Resolution (ID # 26-0508) By Councilor Sait In support of the Plant Based Treaty. 4.3. Ordinance (ID # 26-0522) By Councilor Ewen-Campen, Councilor Link and Councilor Hardt Proposing an amendment to Section 2-6 of the Code of Ordinances, the Welcoming Communities Ordinance, to further enhance civil rights protections in Somerville. 4.4. Resolution (ID # 26-0614) By Councilor Link That the Director of Mobility add the intersection of Durham and Hanson Street to the list of crosswalks that require daylighting improvements to enhance visibility and pedestrian safety. 4.5. Resolution (ID # 26-0615) By Councilor Link and Councilor Davis That the Director of Mobility evaluate and implement appropriate traffic calming measures on Herbert Street, between the city parking lot and Davis Square Plaza, with particular attention to enhancing pedestrian safety during the Somerville Farmers Market. 4.6. Resolution (ID # 26-0613) By Councilor Link and Councilor Mbah In support of House Bill H.4015 and Senate Bill S.475, an Act promoting housing stability for older adults across the Commonwealth. 4.7. Withdrawn (ID # 26-0625) Withdrawn. Page 2 of 13

City Council Regular Meeting Agenda April 9, 2026 4.8. Resolution (ID # 26-0626) By Councilor Clingan That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management appear before this Council to discuss the decision to implement a tiered residential base rate structure that differentiates between properties served by 5/8-inch pipes and those served by 1-inch pipes. 4.9. Resolution (ID # 26-0628) By Councilor Hardt and Councilor Scott That the Commissioner of Public Works and the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management appear before this Council to discuss the process of monitoring progress on addressing double poles and abandoned wires, with the goal of eliminating the potential hazards, tree damage, and nuisances associated with both. 4.10. Resolution (ID # 26-0627) By Councilor Hardt and Councilor Scott That representatives from Eversource, National Grid, Comcast, Xfinity, Astound, and Verizon appear before this Council to discuss plans for addressing double poles and abandoned wires, with the goal of eliminating the potential hazards, tree damage, and nuisances associated with both. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES 6.A. CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENTS AND PERSONNEL MATTERS COMMITTEE 6.A.1. Committee Report (ID # 26-0520) Report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on March 30, 2026. 6.A.2. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0024) Requesting confirmation of the appointment of James Plotkin as Municipal Hearing Officer. RECOMMENDED: Recommended to be approved. 6.A.3. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0321) Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Courtney Reece to the position of Police Sergeant. RECOMMENDED: Recommended to be approved. 6.A.4. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0322) Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Ashley Catatao to the position of Police Sergeant. RECOMMENDED: Recommended to be approved. 6.A.5. Order (ID # 26-0340) By Councilor Davis That this City Council appoints Jessica Smith to the Public Financing of Campaigns Committee. RECOMMENDED: Recommended to be approved. Page 3 of 13

City Council Regular Meeting Agenda April 9, 2026 6.A.6. Order (ID # 26-0341) By Councilor Davis That this City Council appoints James Leo Bedard to the Ranked Choice Voting Committee. RECOMMENDED: Recommended to be approved. 6.A.7. Order (ID # 26-0342) By Councilor Davis That this City Council appoints Crystal Huff to the Ranked Choice Voting Committee. RECOMMENDED: Recommended to be approved. 6.B. FINANCE COMMITTEE 6.B.1. Committee Report (ID # 26-0610) Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on April 7, 2026. 6.B.2. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0301) Requesting approval to accept and expend a $47,580 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health to the Police Department for overtime and backfill for Crisis Intervention Training certification and recertification. RECOMMENDED: Recommended to be approved. 6.B.3. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0372) 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. RECOMMENDED: Recommended to be approved. 6.B.4. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0382) 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. RECOMMENDED: Recommended to be approved. 6.B.5. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0385) 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. RECOMMENDED: Recommended to be approved. 6.B.6. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0388) 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. RECOMMENDED: Recommended to be approved. Page 4 of 13

City Council Regular Meeting Agenda April 9, 2026 6.C. LAND USE COMMITTEE 6.C.1. Committee Report (ID # 26-0606) Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on April 2, 2026. 6.D. LICENSES AND PERMITS COMMITTEE 6.D.1. Committee Report (ID # 26-0611) Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on April 8, 2026. 6.D.2. License (ID # 26-0461) 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. RECOMMENDED: Recommended to be approved. 7. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR 7.1. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0575) Requesting that this Council convene in Executive Session to receive an update on collective bargaining negotiations. 7.2. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0605) Requesting that this Council convene in Executive Session to discuss the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property located at 122 Assembly Park Drive. 7.3. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0602) Requesting approval of a Home Rule Petition to authorize the appointment of special police officers. 7.4. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0623) Requesting authorization to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the acquisition of 122 Assembly Park Drive, Unit 45. 7.5. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0512) Requesting approval of a five-year extension to the lease with BwB-Square LLC for Nibble Community Kitchen. 7.6. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0515) Requesting authorization to borrow $8,284,000 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for the recurring FY 2026 Water Main Rehabilitation program. 7.7. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0497) Requesting authorization to borrow $7,000,000 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for the purpose of procuring the fire station condominium unit at 122 Assembly Park Drive. 7.8. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0516) Requesting authorization to borrow $2,000,000 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for the annual FY 2026 Sewer System Rehabilitation - McGrath Corridor. Page 5 of 13

City Council Regular Meeting Agenda April 9, 2026 7.9. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0519) Requesting approval to reduce the borrowing authorization for the Kennedy Schoolyard Renovation Project from $2,000,000 to $1,600,000. 7.10. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0513) Requesting approval to appropriate of $46,500 from the Street Tree Stabilization Fund for FY 2026 Ash Tree treatments. 7.11. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0518) Requesting the appropriation of $400,000 from the Community Preservation Act Fund for improvements to the Kennedy Schoolyard. 7.12. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0510) Requesting approval of a transfer of $325,000 from the Police Department Salaries Account to the Police Department Medical and Dental Services Account for medical procedures for current and retired employees injured in the line of duty. 7.13. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0517) Requesting approval of a transfer of $228,000 from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) Undesignated Fund Balance to the CPA Open Space Reserve. 7.14. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0511) Requesting approval of a transfer of $35,000 from the Police Department Salaries Account to the Police Department Animal Control Salaries Account for an expected deficit. 7.15. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0603) Requesting approval of a transfer of $31,800 from the Communications and Community Engagement Salaries Account to the Communications and Community Engagement Professional and Technical Services and Printing and Stationary Accounts for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and program signage. 7.16. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0509) Requesting the approval of a time-only contract extension until 5/31/2029 for the Mystic River Watershed Association for the Community Preservation Act FY 2023 grant for design of the Blessing of the Bay Linear Park improvements. 7.17. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0601) Requesting approval to accept and expend a $125,000 grant that requires a match, from the Department of Energy Resources to the Office of Sustainability and Environment for light retrofitting at Dilboy Field. Page 6 of 13

City Council Regular Meeting Agenda April 9, 2026 7.18. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0524) Requesting approval to accept and expend a $48,866.25 grant with no new match required, from the Urban Areas Security Initiative to the Fire Department for the purchase of a vehicle for the Fire Department Auxiliary. 7.19. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0523) Requesting approval to accept and expend a $30,380 grant with no new match required, from the Department of Fire Services to the Fire Department for firefighter safety equipment. 7.20. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0506) Requesting approval to accept and expend a $30,000 gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York to the Public Library for library operations. 7.21. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0507) Requesting approval to accept and expend a $300 gift from James and Linda Hyson to the Public Library for materials for the West Branch Library. 7.22. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0514) Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Aidan Slattery to the position of Police Officer. 7.23. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0380) Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Logan Brill to the Conservation Commission. 7.24. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0381) Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Valerie Locker to the Conservation Commission. 8. COMMUNICATIONS OF CITY OFFICERS 8.1. Officer's Communication (ID # 26-0568) Retirement Board notifying this City Council of a vote at the May 21, 2026 meeting regarding a 2026 Cost of Living Adjustment for eligible retirees. 8.2. Officer's Communication (ID # 26-0604) City Clerk conveying Block Party Licenses issued. 9. NEW BUSINESS 9.1. License (ID # 26-0529) Renewing Drainlayer's License, Anderson Construction & Excavation Inc. 9.2. License (ID # 26-0528) Renewing Drainlayer's License, A.R. Belli, Inc. 9.3. License (ID # 26-0530) Renewing Drainlayer's License, Baystate Engineering Corp. 9.4. License (ID # 26-0531) Renewing Drainlayer's License, Borges Sewer & Drain LLC. Page 7 of 13

City Council Regular Meeting Agenda April 9, 2026 9.5. License (ID # 26-0532) Renewing Drainlayer's License, Caruso Corp. 9.6. License (ID # 26-0533) Renewing Drainlayer's License, Commonwealth Construction & Utilities, Inc. 9.7. License (ID # 26-0534) Renewing Drainlayer's License, Edward Ahern. 9.8. License (ID # 26-0535) Renewing Drainlayer's License, Hydra Tech, Inc. 9.9. License (ID # 26-0536) Renewing Drainlayer's License, Jason Anthony Corp. 9.10. License (ID # 26-0537) Renewing Drainlayer's License, JRG Masonry & Construction Inc. 9.11. License (ID # 26-0538) Renewing Drainlayer's License, K.B. Aruda Construction Inc. 9.12. License (ID # 26-0539) Renewing Drainlayer's License, Keash Excavating Inc. 9.13. License (ID # 26-0540) Renewing Drainlayer's License, LaMountain Brothers Inc. 9.14. License (ID # 26-0541) Renewing Drainlayer's License, McCourt Construction. 9.15. License (ID # 26-0542) Renewing Drainlayer's License, Meninno Construction Co., Inc. 9.16. License (ID # 26-0543) Renewing Drainlayer's License, Minkin Construction. 9.17. License (ID # 26-0544) Renewing Drainlayer's License, Raffaele Construction Corp. 9.18. License (ID # 26-0545) Renewing Drainlayer's License, RJV Construction Corporation. 9.19. License (ID # 26-0546) Renewing Drainlayer's License, TRI Construction Co., Inc. 9.20. License (ID # 26-0547) Renewing Drainlayer's License, United Civil Inc. 9.21. License (ID # 26-0548) Renewing Drainlayer's License, Vinny Mofford Excavation LLC. Page 8 of 13

City Council Regular Meeting Agenda April 9, 2026 9.22. License (ID # 26-0549) Renewing Flammables License, 74M Property Owner, LLC, 74 Middlesex Avenue. 9.23. License (ID # 26-0550) Renewing Flammables License, Aris Auto Inc., 3 Craigie Street. 9.24. License (ID # 26-0551) Renewing Flammables License, BBS Services, 45 Broadway. 9.25. License (ID # 26-0552) Renewing Flammables License, Evocative, 50 Inner Belt Road. 9.26. License (ID # 26-0553) Renewing Flammables License, Good Gas Somerville, 345 Medford Street. 9.27. License (ID # 26-0555) Renewing Flammables License, Keolis Commuter Services, LLC, 23R Inner Belt Road. 9.28. License (ID # 26-0556) Renewing Flammables License, Keolis Commuter Services, LLC, 70R Third Avenue. 9.29. License (ID # 26-0557) Renewing Flammables License, Keolis Commuter Services, LLC, 132 Washington Street. 9.30. License (ID # 26-0554) Renewing Flammables License, The Home Depot #2667, 75 Mystic Avenue. 9.31. License (ID # 26-0558) Renewing Flammables License, Mercedes Benz of Boston, 259 McGrath Highway. 9.32. License (ID # 26-0559) Renewing Flammables License, Metropolitan Pipe and Supply Company, 30 Inner Belt Road. 9.33. License (ID # 26-0560) Renewing Flammables License, Mobile Mart Plus Inc., 379 Alewife Brook Parkway. 9.34. License (ID # 26-0561) Renewing Flammables License, Sam's Gas & Service, 166 Boston Avenue. 9.35. License (ID # 26-0562) Renewing Flammables License, Teele Square Auto, 1284 Broadway. 9.36. License (ID # 26-0563) Renewing Flammables License, Trum Field Sunoco, 541 Broadway. 9.37. License (ID # 26-0564) Renewing Flammables License, Union Gulf Service LLC, 231 Washington Street. 9.38. License (ID # 26-0579) Renewing Garage License, 599 Somerville Ventures LLC, 599 Somerville Avenue. Page 9 of 13

City Council Regular Meeting Agenda April 9, 2026 9.39. License (ID # 26-0565) Renewing Garage License, Arco Tire Auto Service Repair LLC, 18 Clarendon Avenue. 9.40. License (ID # 26-0566) Renewing Garage License, Aris Auto Inc., 3 Craigie Street. 9.41. License (ID # 26-0567) Renewing Garage License, Brazil Auto Repair Inc., 635 Somerville Avenue. 9.42. License (ID # 26-0580) Renewing Garage License, Broadway Sunoco, 258 Broadway. 9.43. License (ID # 26-0569) Renewing Garage License, Dino's Auto Center, 308 McGrath Highway. 9.44. License (ID # 26-0570) Renewing Garage License, Drain Doctor Inc., 612 Broadway. 9.45. License (ID # 26-0571) Renewing Garage License, K Professional Auto Detailing, 682 Mystic Avenue. 9.46. License (ID # 26-0572) Renewing Garage License, MAC, 53 Russell Street. 9.47. License (ID # 26-0573) Renewing Garage License, Mass General Brigham, 21 Third Avenue. 9.48. License (ID # 26-0574) Renewing Garage License, Modern Floors, Inc., 22 Marshall Street. 9.49. License (ID # 26-0576) Renewing Garage License, Ravelo's Auto Service, 63 Washington Street. 9.50. License (ID # 26-0577) Renewing Garage License, Real Auto Shop, Inc., 463 McGrath Highway. 9.51. License (ID # 26-0578) Renewing Garage License, Roman Auto Repair LLC, 45 Mystic Avenue. 9.52. License (ID # 26-0581) Renewing Garage License, Teele Square Auto, 1284 Broadway. 9.53. License (ID # 26-0582) Renewing Garage License, Webster Auto Body, 69 Webster Avenue. 9.54. License (ID # 26-0583) Renewing Livery License, DRN Bus Transportation, 40A Memorial Road. 9.55. License (ID # 26-0584) Renewing Outdoor Parking License, Day/Dover Parking LLC, 55 Day Street. Page 10 of 13

City Council Regular Meeting Agenda April 9, 2026 9.56. License (ID # 26-0585) Renewing Outdoor Parking License, Nissenbaum Auto Parts Inc., 480 Columbia Street. 9.57. License (ID # 26-0586) Renewing Second Hand Dealer License, Buffalo Exchange Ltd., 238 Elm Street. 9.58. License (ID # 26-0587) Renewing Second Hand Dealer License, Nissenbaum Auto Parts Inc., 480 Columbia Street. 9.59. License (ID # 26-0588) New Sign/Awning License, Showcase Laundromat, 715 Somerville Avenue, 1 Sign. 9.60. License (ID # 26-0589) Renewing Taxi Medallion License, LaFoi Taxi Inc, Med. #20. 9.61. License (ID # 26-0591) Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Michael H. Garvey, Med. #57. 9.62. License (ID # 26-0590) Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Renaissance Taxi Service LLC, Med. #50. 9.63. License (ID # 26-0592) Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Four Wheels Auto, 83 Albion Street. 9.64. Withdrawn (ID # 26-0596) Withdrawn. 9.65. Public Event (ID # 26-0597) Somerville Museum applying for a Public Event License for Somerville Patriots Day Colonial Fair 2026 on April 20 from 8am to 1pm. 9.66. Public Event (ID # 26-0599) Somerville Museum applying for a Public Event License for Trolley Tour: Revolutionary Line on April 25 from 8am to 6pm (raindate April 26). 9.67. Public Event (ID # 26-0598) Veterans Services Department applying for a Public Event License for Salute to Service Parade on May 16 from 8am to 4pm. 9.68. Public Event (ID # 26-0600) Bow Market applying for a Public Event License for Annual Curated Vintage Market on May 31 from 8am to 9pm (raindate June 7). 9.69. Public Event (ID # 26-0594) Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for Somerstreets: Carnaval on June 7 from 11:30am to 8pm (raindate June 14). 9.70. Public Event (ID # 26-0593) Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for Big Gay Dance Party on June 27 from 2:30pm to 9:30pm (raindate June 28). Page 11 of 13

City Council Regular Meeting Agenda April 9, 2026 9.71. Public Event (ID # 26-0595) Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for Fireworks Celebration on June 30 from 2pm to 12am (raindate July 1). 9.72. Public Communication (ID # 26-0607) Tamara Grasty and Emma Rybeck submitting comments re: item #26-0485, Surveillance Technology Impact Report for Crime Tracer. 9.73. Public Communication (ID # 26-0608) Five individuals, including two residents submitting comments re: item #26-0204, amending the Zoning Ordinances for affordable housing projects. 9.74. Public Communication (ID # 26-0609) Three individuals, including two residents submitting comments re: item #26-0234, amending the Zoning Ordinances for accessory dwelling units. 10. SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS 10.1. Resolution (ID # 26-0642) By Councilor Mbah That the Director of Parks and Recreation and the Commissioner of Public Works coordinate with local stakeholders, including the Somerville Garden Club and other community volunteers, to evaluate the feasibility of transforming the currently unused lawn space located at the small white church across from the West Branch Library into a community gardening space. 10.2. Public Event (ID # 26-0635) Mutual Aid Medford and Somerville applying for a Public Event License for MAMAS Free Store on April 11 from 7am to 4pm (raindate April 25). 10.3. Public Communication (ID # 26-0632) Jenny Raposo and Danny Resendes submitting comments re: items #26-0327, #26-0328, #26-0329, #26-0330, amending the Zoning Ordinances regarding Zoning Board of Appeals Board Rules, affordable dwelling units, and Backyard Cottage. 10.4. Public Communication (ID # 26-0633) Chris Dwan submitting comments re: utility double poles. 10.5. Public Communication (ID # 26-0634) 64 residents submitting comments re: parking on Oak, Houghton, Bolton, and Prospect Streets. 10.6. Public Communication (ID # 26-0636) Alexandra Thorn and Daniel Wong submitting comments re: item #26-0378, grant for body-worn camera program. Page 12 of 13

City Council Regular Meeting Agenda April 9, 2026 10.7. Public Communication (ID # 26-0637) Jake Grossman submitting comments re: item #26-0257, requesting a Zoning Map Amendment for 2 and 9 Union Square, 286, 290, and 298 Somerville Avenue. 11. ADJOURNMENT Page 13 of 13