Matters ▸ Attachment
Item Revived and Recommitted for 2023 — File 23-0008
Items Revived and Recommitted for 2023
File ID
File Type
File Status
File Title
Agenda Date
22-1520
Officer's Communication
Sent for Discussion
Charter Review Committee conveying its recommendations and proposed Charter text.
9/8/2022
Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee
File ID
File Type
File Status
File Title
Agenda Date
22-1597
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Racial and Social Justice present an update to this Council on efforts to hire an Executive Director for the Human Rights Commission.
9/22/2022
22-1844
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Racial and Social Justice provide an update on the Police Staffing Report.
10/25/2022
22-2125
Mayor's Request
Referred for Recommendation
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Alan Bishop as Constable.
12/8/2022
22-2126
Mayor's Request
Referred for Recommendation
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Catello Battinelli II as Constable.
12/8/2022
22-2127
Mayor's Request
Referred for Recommendation
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Darcy Haynes as Constable.
12/8/2022
22-2128
Mayor's Request
Referred for Recommendation
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Mary Battinelli as Constable.
12/8/2022
22-2135
Mayor's Request
Referred for Recommendation
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Deborah Haber to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities.
12/8/2022
22-2137
Mayor's Request
Referred for Recommendation
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Pauline Downing to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities.
12/8/2022
22-2138
Mayor's Request
Referred for Recommendation
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Harriotte Ranvig to the Commission for Person with Disabilities.
12/8/2022
File ID
File Type
File Status
File Title
Agenda Date
22-0671
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Parks and Recreation report on enrollment processes, communications, matriculation data, staffing and programs offered in the past five years.
22-0966
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of SomerViva provide the Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations with an update on translation services.
22-1272
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the ADA Coordinator deliver a list of ADA complaints received from members of the public in FY 2021 and FY 2022.
22-1277
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the ADA Coordinator provide a status on requests for Braille transcription of materials.
22-1298
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Health and Human services discuss the potential effects of the recent Supreme Court ruling on Dobbs v Jackson Women's Health on Somerville women, pregnant women, pregnant people and reproductive health.
7/14/2022
22-1306
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the ADA Coordinator coordinate with the City of Cambridge or another nearby entity that can provide Braille translations in less than 3 to 4 weeks until the City can procure a Brailler.
7/14/2022
22-1458
Resolution
Sent for Discussion
That the Administration update this Council on the timeline and process for identifying a permanent Teen Center.
8/25/2022
22-1571
Order
Sent for Discussion
That this Council’s Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations hold a public hearing to discuss the feasibility of conducting CORI and SORI checks for Crisis Pregnancy Centers.
9/22/2022
22-1717
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of the SomerViva Office of Immigrant Affairs provide an update on the proposed 5-year language plan and how this plan will be implemented in the next five years.
10/13/2022
22-1884
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Parks and Recreation eliminate equity barriers for residents signing up for recreation programs.
11/10/2022
22-2120
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of the Office of Racial and Social Justice, the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management and the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development document compliance with Code of Massachusetts Re...
12/8/2022
File ID
File Type
File Status
File Title
Agenda Date
22-1517
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Finance and the Budget Director update this Council on the progress of the free cash certification and any anticipated plans for additional free cash use.
9/8/2022
22-1798
Resolution
Sent for Discussion
That the Administration update this Council on efforts to use District Improvement Financing to capture new tax growth, specifically for new affordable housing.
10/25/2022
22-2041
Mayor's Request
Referred for Recommendation
Requesting approval of the Alternative Transportation Corridor Lease Agreement with the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA).
11/22/2022
22-2060
Mayor's Request
Referred for Recommendation
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $358 using available funds in the Human Resources Professional & Technical Services Account for pre-employment placement exams and drug screens.
12/8/2022
22-2061
Mayor's Request
Referred for Recommendation
Requesting approval to pay a prior year invoice totaling $3,012.03 using available funds in the Human Resources Professional & Technical Services Account for May 2021 Employee Assistance Program.
12/8/2022
22-2062
Mayor's Request
Referred for Recommendation
Requesting approval to pay a prior year invoice totaling $4,950 using available funds in the Human Resources Arbitration Services Account for FY 2022 arbitration services.
12/8/2022
22-2083
Mayor's Request
Referred for Recommendation
Requesting approval to appropriate $75,000 from the Bike Share Stabilization Fund for a Blue Bike Station at Boynton Yards at 101 South Street.
12/8/2022
File ID
File Type
File Status
File Title
Agenda Date
22-0051
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Administration collaborate with the Bicycle Committee, the School Department, the Somerville Bike Kitchen and other local organizations to develop a program to help Somerville youth and other residents learn to repair bicycles donated by the C...
22-0055
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development work with the owner of 125 Highland Ave and local non-profit housing developers to convert that structure into permanently affordable housing.
22-0084
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Human Resources and the Chief of Police update this Council on the staffing of crossing guards, including how many of the vacant positions have been filled and the process to determine which school crossing locations get staffed fi...
22-0085
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of the Office of Housing Stability appear before the Housing and Community Development Committee to discuss the current status of Somerville residents facing displacement and the number of households seeking rental assistance.
22-0087
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Committee on Housing and Community Development discuss the 2021 Housing Needs Assessment.
22-0088
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the City Solicitor respond in writing and appear before the Committee on Housing and Community Development to discuss the Encore Casino's compliance with its Surrounding Community Agreement.
22-0089
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development update this Council’s Committee on Housing and Community Development on the Encore Casino’s efforts to support Somerville small businesses per their Community Agr...
22-0090
Resolution
Sent for Discussion
That representatives of the Community Land Trust update this Council’s Housing and Community Development Committee on its progress and how the Council can help implement the Trust’s goals.
22-0170
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Housing, the Director of the Office of Housing Stability, and the Director of Planning and Zoning discuss the challenges associated with and potential modifications to the Tier 3 Rental ADUs multiplier at 110% AMI for inclusionary ...
22-0171
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Chief Assessor provide a list of all non-profits with Community Benefit Agreements and/or Payment in Lieu of Taxes agreements.
22-0172
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Public Works and the Director of the Office Sustainability and Environment discuss the possibility of installing Cigarette Bin Voting Boxes throughout the community.
22-0173
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development work with the Affordable Housing Trust Fund to consider combining the affordable housing linkage payments for commercial development as a funding source for a dev...
22-0174
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of the Office of Housing Stability discuss proactive measures to inform tenants in inclusionary housing units of the rights and resources available to them.
22-0178
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Housing provide a comprehensive list of bedroom counts and number of accessible units for construction projects permitted over the past three years and continue to track this data
22-0272
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Housing report on measures and strategies being implemented to address the racial inequities in homeownership.
22-0273
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Housing provide the data requested within for inclusionary homes built after 2016, to better understand how the program is addressing housing needs.
22-0289
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Executive Director of the Housing Authority discuss the establishment of an on-site resident food pantry within each Housing Authority property to address the food insecurity needs of residents.
22-0290
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Health and Human Services discuss the recruitment and retention of Teen Snow Shoveling Program participants.
22-0310
Officer's Communication
Sent for Discussion
Chief of Police responding to Item #212860, providing an update on the staffing of crossing guards
22-0336
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Engineering and the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management consider implementing a pilot program for Green Infrastructure as a means to reduce issues of flooding in the Gilman Square Neighborhood.
22-1295
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the City Solicitor provide an opinion on the legality of landlords including non-disclosure agreements in leases.
7/14/2022
22-1376
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Executive Director of the Somerville Housing Authority, the Director of the Office of Food Access and Healthy Communities, and a representative from the Somerville Community Fridges discuss how to address food insecurity of residents at Housin...
7/14/2022
22-1408
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Housing and Community Development Committee discuss the Democracy Collaborative’s report on Advancing Community Wealth Building in the City of Somerville.
8/25/2022
22-1566
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Human Resources update this Council on the hiring process and staffing numbers for crossing guards for the 2022-2023 school year.
9/22/2022
22-1567
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Human Resources discuss the possibility of modernizing crossing guard positions to attract candidates and increase hiring.
9/22/2022
22-1568
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Chief of Police inform this Council which intersections are prioritized with crossing guards.
9/22/2022
22-1570
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Housing update this Council on maintenance issues of the 100 Homes Program.
9/22/2022
22-1683
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Housing discuss how anticipated increases in utility, heating and water bills will affect affordable housing tenants.
10/13/2022
22-1793
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of the Office of Housing Stability discuss the potential impact of the anticipated January 2023 Social Security cost of living increase on affordable housing.
10/25/2022
22-1826
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Economic Development update this Council on progress toward a Task Force for creation of a Community Center.
10/25/2022
Charter Review Special Committee
Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations Committee
Finance Committee
Housing and Community Development Committee
Items Revived and Recommitted for 2023
File ID
File Type
File Status
File Title
Agenda Date
22-0050
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Administration present specific plans to this Council to advance the long-awaited affordable housing components of the Union Square redevelopment on the "D2.4" and "D4.3" parcels.
22-0567
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Planning & Zoning update this Council on a proposed zoning amendment to "separate and define arts and creative workspace as an Arts and Creative Enterprise (ACE) use subcategory" as recommended in the Somerville Arts Space Risk Ass...
22-0669
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Superintendent of Inspectional Services review the durability and structural stability of materials used to comply with Section 10.8 of the Zoning Ordinances and explore rewriting that section to provide more specific requirements.
22-0822
Resolution
Sent for Discussion
That the Directors of Infrastructure and Asset Management, Engineering, Public Works, and the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development, along with any other appropriate departments, work to develop a binding, equitable, citywide Electrica...
22-1593
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Planning, Preservation and Zoning update this Council on current draft zoning requirements of the MBTA Communities Act.
9/22/2022
22-1645
Officer's Communication
Referred for Recommendation
Planning Board proposing an amendment to the Zoning Ordinances Section 15.1.3, Neighborhood Meeting.
10/13/2022
22-1769
Public Communication
Referred for Recommendation
David Einis requesting the adoption of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance Map to change the zoning district of 14 White Street Place from Neighborhood Residence (NR) to Mid-Rise 4 (MR4).
10/25/2022
22-1771
Mayor's Request
Referred for Recommendation
Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Section 6.1 Commercial Districts: Fabrication of the Somerville Zoning Ordinance to permit additional uses for ground story commercial spaces fronting a Pedestrian Street.
10/25/2022
File ID
File Type
File Status
File Title
Agenda Date
22-0030
Order
Sent for Discussion
Calling upon this Council to create a Police Commission and a Community Police Review Agency.
22-0035
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the City Solicitor draft language to change all pronouns in the city’s ordinances to gender-neutral.
22-0036
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the City Solicitor draft an ordinance requiring pollution mitigation for new housing built along high transit roads and highways.
22-0037
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the administration advise the City Council, and provide the language to allow cannabis delivery in the most streamlined way possible.
22-0038
Order
Referred for Recommendation
That the Code of Ordinances be amended by requiring the Mayor to annually submit to this Council a report on the status of housing.
22-0039
Order
Sent for Discussion
That this Council consider passage of a Home Rule Petition enabling a "right to charge", similar to HD4109 or Chapter 370 of the acts of 2018, ensuring that tenants are also supported in our petition.
22-0042
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Administration work with this Council to begin a public process to consider removing the phrase “Honorably Purchased from the Pawtuckets - 1639” from the Somerville Seal and Flag.
22-0043
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Commissioner of Public Works, the Director of Procurement and Contracting Services, and the Director of Mobility report to the Legislative Matters Committee on enforcement of and annual reporting on the Ordinance to Safeguard Vulnerable Road U...
22-0047
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Administration re-submit the Report of the Clean and Open Elections Task Force.
22-0048
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Administration re-submit its request for adoption of the Rental Registration and Energy Disclosure Ordinance.
22-0168
Ordinance
Referred for Recommendation
Amendment to Ordinance 2-221, regarding adult use marijuana licenses, as described within.
22-0180
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Housing provide a written update on the current status of compliance with the Short-Term Rental Ordinance.
22-0278
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility review the attached draft Act Relative to the Operation and Regulation of Electric Bicycles in the City of Salem and consider supporting similar legislation.
22-0451
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the City Solicitor prepare a revision to the appropriate ordinance so vehicles that are parked in a crosswalk, or blocking a bicycle lane, ADA ramp, bus stop, or sidewalk may be towed as well as ticketed.
22-0566
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the appropriate departments work with this Council to draft an Ordinance regarding the commercial use of hazardous industrial materials in retrofitted older buildings.
22-0838
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the City Solicitor discuss this Council’s ability to ban landlords from passing real estate agent fees onto tenants.
22-1056
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Chief of Police report to this Council, any verified or suspected false reports of gunshots by ShotSpotter.
22-1057
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Chief of Police report to this Council, any communications between the Police Department and ShotSpotter regarding ambiguous or contested detections.
22-1271
Order
Referred for Recommendation
That this City Council and the City of Somerville formally recognize the Gilman Square Neighborhood Council.
22-1293
Ordinance
Referred for Recommendation
Proposing Amendments to the Neighborhood Council Designation Ordinance (Chapter 7, Article IX) to encourage the formation of such neighborhood councils.
7/14/2022
22-1428
Communication
Sent for Discussion
Conveying recommendations for an effective body worn camera Use Policy in Somerville.
8/25/2022
22-1447
Resolution
Sent for Discussion
That the relevant committee hold a hearing regarding the adoption of the provisions of the Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 175M: Family and Medical Leave.
8/25/2022
22-1448
Order
Referred for Recommendation
That the City hereby adopt the provisions of the Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 175M: Family and Medical Leave.
8/25/2022
22-1449
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the City Solicitor and the Director of Parking provide this Council with an opinion on whether the adoption of Chapter 90, Section 20A of the Massachusetts General Laws would allow the City to mail tickets for traffic violations, including those i...
8/25/2022
22-1452
Order
Referred for Recommendation
That the City hereby rescinds its adoption of the provisions of Chapter 90, Section 20A½ of the Massachusetts General Laws.
8/25/2022
22-1453
Order
Referred for Recommendation
That the City hereby adopts the provisions of Chapter 90, Section 20A of the Massachusetts General Laws.
8/25/2022
22-1991
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the City Solicitor work with this Council to amend the Code of Ordinances to include nondiscrimination provisions based on relationship status.
11/10/2022
22-1992
Ordinance
Referred for Recommendation
Amending Section 1-4 of the Code of Ordinance to add definitions for relationship status and intimate personal relationship.
11/10/2022
22-1993
Ordinance
Referred for Recommendation
Amending Section 2-326 of the Code of Ordinances, related to the Personnel program.
11/10/2022
22-1994
Ordinance
Referred for Recommendation
Amending Sections 7-41, 7-43, 7-44, and 7-47 of the Code of Ordinances, related to Fair Housing.
11/10/2022
22-1995
Ordinance
Referred for Recommendation
Amending Section 15-31 of the Code of Ordinances, related to the Code of Conduct, Ethics, and Financial Disclosure.
11/10/2022
22-1996
Ordinance
Referred for Recommendation
Amending Section 10-102 of the Code of Ordinances, regarding the definition of biased based policing.
11/10/2022
22-2050
Mayor's Request
Referred for Recommendation
Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Chapter 7, Article X of the Code of Ordinances, to add a registry component to the short-term rentals ordinance.
11/22/2022
File ID
File Type
File Status
File Title
Agenda Date
22-0022
Resolution
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Inspectional Services, the Chair of the Commission for Persons with Disabilities, and the Chair of the Licensing Commission appear before this Council to discuss permitting and enforcement of accessibility concerns related to outdo...
22-0023
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development, The Director of Inspectional Services, and the Director of Engineering respond to questions posed by the Land Use Committee regarding ADA compliance for outdoor ...
22-0210
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Inspectional Services, the Director of Engineering and the Director of Economic Development incorporate the recommendations of the Commission for Persons with Disabilities into the final 2022 Outdoor Dining Plan and ensure enforcem...
22-0252
Resolution
Sent for Discussion
That the Chair of the Licensing Commission update this Council on the status of all recreational marijuana applicants already approved by the Marijuana Advisory Committee.
22-1063
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Inspectional Services ensure that outdoor dining structures on streets observe parking regulations requiring a minimum of 20 feet of daylighting at intersections.
22-1605
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development update this Council on any Host Community Agreements with recreational cannabis retail operators currently in development.
9/22/2022
22-1619
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Finance update this Council on the impact to long-term municipal revenue projections from the state law change lowering the Community Impact Fee for cannabis retail businesses.
9/22/2022
File ID
File Type
File Status
File Title
Agenda Date
22-0068
Resolution
Sent for Discussion
Affirming the federal Green New Deal resolution by establishing goals, identifying actions necessary to meet these goals, and calling for the federal government to enact policies to advance a Green New Deal.
22-0274
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Housing and the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment work with the Somerville Community Corporation to explore funding and rebates available for weatherization and other sustainability measures.
22-0294
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Health and Human Services discuss implementing a year-round garden program to address Out of School Time.
22-0345
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment discuss opportunities to increase the number of electric vehicle charging stations and maintain charging stations.
22-0565
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Inspectional Services report to this Council on the average time it takes for residents to have solar panels installed, identify the bottlenecks in this process, and discuss how this process can be streamlined and accelerated.
22-0569
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Planning & Zoning and the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment report on strategies to integrate and implement photovoltaics, weatherization, and electrification in Historic Properties.
22-0682
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry provide details of contractors and work performed on the Lincoln Park Soccer Field and the total costs incurred since the beginning of the Lincoln Park renovation project.
22-0687
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the appropriate staff update this Council on the status of the community gardens and discuss opportunities to create a mutual aid garden.
22-0828
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry update this Council on plans to dramatically increase the number of trees in Foss Park.
22-0938
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment develop a citywide green infrastructure plan to be incorporated into every city project.
22-0951
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Sustainability and Environment update this Council on any plans for a municipal composting program.
22-1131
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment update this Council on plans to create networked ground source heat pumps to make affordable and reliable geothermal energy widely available.
22-1491
Public Communication
Sent for Discussion
77 registered voters requesting a Public Hearing on adopting a Green New Deal.
9/8/2022
22-1603
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on the recent closure of Lincoln Park soccer field and the condition of the playing surface.
9/22/2022
22-1604
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry update this Council on the status of current and future athletic field projects.
9/22/2022
Land Use Committee
Legislative Matters Committee
Licenses and Permits Committee
Open Space, Environment and Energy Committee
Items Revived and Recommitted for 2023
File ID
File Type
File Status
File Title
Agenda Date
22-0058
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Inspectional Services discuss with this Council how to increase reliability and frequency of enforcement of public health violations in the City.
22-0059
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Administration discuss with this Council the 2014 decision to accept the "Mutual Aid" provisions of MGL c40 s4J, including the advantages and disadvantages of this agreement going forward.
22-0060
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Chief of Police utilize the crime analyst position in the Police Department to track and document police interactions with the public for the purposes of identifying possible racial profiling.
22-0065
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the administration re-submit the SPD after-action report regarding the Boston Straight Pride Parade.
22-0179
Order
Sent for Discussion
That this Council discuss pursuing an approach to advocate for shared policy and budgetary priorities to be included in the next police contract.
22-0367
Order
Sent for Discussion
That this Council discuss the unmet public health needs that have been identified by Somerville's non-profits and service providers.
22-0959
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Chief of Police provide this Council with a list of confirmed shootings between April 2018 and April 2022.
22-1055
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Chief of Police deliver to this Council, a written report of the Police Department's protocol for addressing encampments of un-housed individuals, including any resources that are offered, and whether those individuals are transported and to w...
22-1201
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Health and Human Services and the City Solicitor report to this Council on steps that may be taken to address the reports of spiked drinks in the region, including whether the city can require restaurants and bars to post warning s...
22-1307
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Chief of Police provide this Council with a written report on the number of calls for service related to un-housed individuals, the nature of those calls, and the number directed toward or responded to in collaboration with the Somerville Home...
7/14/2022
22-1359
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Community Outreach, Help and Recovery (COHR) team work in conjunction with the Homeless Coalition to address homelessness in East Somerville open spaces.
7/14/2022
22-1373
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Health and Human Services and the Director of Community Outreach, Help and Recovery appear before the Public Health and Public Safety Committee to discuss an alternative emergency response program.
7/14/2022
22-1445
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Inspectional Services report on the status of the enforcement of Section 11-111 of the Code of Ordinances, regarding Registration and maintenance of vacant property.
8/25/2022
22-1529
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Health and Human Services take steps to install emergency contraception dispensers in designated city bathrooms.
9/8/2022
22-1687
Resolution
Sent for Discussion
That the Administration update this Council on plans to establish a Community Engagement Center.
10/13/2022
22-1739
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Housing and the Director of Health and Human Services update this Council regarding repeated requests to provide shelter to homeless residents.
10/13/2022
22-1757
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the ARPA Specialist update this Council on the City's plans to use ARPA funding to address chronic homelessness.
10/13/2022
22-1759
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Budget Director update this Council on the status of the at least $200,000 in unallocated funding that this Council resolved be allocated to unarmed, alternative emergency response.
10/13/2022
22-1760
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Food Access & Healthy Communities provide this Council with a report on the Taxi to Health program.
10/13/2022
22-1761
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Chief of Police work with the Office of Housing Stability to submit a written report answering the questions contained within.
10/13/2022
22-1767
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Health and Human Services report to this Council on COVID and flu vaccination clinics and strategies to increase opportunities for residents to access vaccines.
10/13/2022
22-1932
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Chief Fire Engineer inform the appropriate Ward Councilor and Councilors-at-Large, as soon as safely practicable, when a major fire has occurred in their Ward, including the number of residents impacted.
11/10/2022
22-1933
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Emergency Management, the Director of the Office of Housing Stability, the Director of Health and Human Services, the Chief Fire Engineer, and other relevant staff, discuss with this Council the resources and support services provi...
11/10/2022
22-1934
Resolution
Sent for Discussion
That the Mayor designate a central point of contact for providing on-site response for mass displacement events such as fires and floods, and coordinating efforts to assist impacted residents.
11/10/2022
22-2111
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Chief of Police report to this Council, the percentage of requested traffic details for construction projects that have been filled by Somerville Police Department officers, filled by non-Somerville police officers, and unfilled, for the past ...
12/8/2022
22-2123
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Health and Human Services and the Superintendent of Water and Sewer update this Council on the feasibility of partnering with a vendor to conduct COVID-19 wastewater testing.
12/8/2022
File ID
File Type
File Status
File Title
Agenda Date
22-0052
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development work with this Council to create policies to reduce the length of time that construction projects block sidewalk access, including the possibility of increasing f...
22-0450
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Commissioner of Public Works work with the MA Department of Transportation to address highway safety measures along I-93 that directly abut the East Somerville neighborhood.
22-0835
Ordinance
Sent for Discussion
Amending Sec. 11-63 of the Code of Ordinances regarding the removal of poles, conduits and wires.
22-1596
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management present to this Council, a plan to fix the Somerville Media Center's roof.
9/22/2022
22-1688
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Engineering develop safety protocols and notification requirements for any projects, planned or emergency, taking place within a determined radius of a school.
10/13/2022
22-1737
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Commissioner of Public Works update the Ward 1 City Councilor regarding plans to find a location for excessive snow other than 90 Washington Street.
10/13/2022
22-1762
Resolution
Sent for Discussion
That the Administration update this Council on actions taken related to the possible relocation of the Somerville Media Center and Massachusetts Alliance for Portuguese Speakers from the city-owned property at 90 Union Square.
10/13/2022
22-1763
Resolution
Sent for Discussion
That the Administration update this Council on developments related to the Request for Proposals for the disposition of the property located at 90 Union Square.
10/13/2022
22-1797
Resolution
Sent for Discussion
That the Administration make information about all licenses and permits viewable without requiring a CitizenServ account.
10/25/2022
22-1848
Order
Sent for Discussion
That this Council discuss municipal broadband, and the implementation of the Somerville Internet Access Task Force.
10/25/2022
22-1987
Resolution
Sent for Discussion
That the Administration work with the City Council to establish a process for enforcement of Section 11-63 of the Code of Ordinances.
11/10/2022
22-2124
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management and the Director of Engineering discuss with this Council, a policy of burying utilities when a new thoroughfare is constructed.
12/8/2022
22-0336
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Engineering and the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management consider implementing a pilot program for Green Infrastructure as a means to reduce issues of flooding in the Gilman Square Neighborhood.
8/11/2022
File ID
File Type
File Status
File Title
Agenda Date
22-0057
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Inspectional Services and the Director of Health and Human Services report on progress regarding planned internal rodent control meetings and regular joint departmental meetings.
22-0296
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Health and Human Services, the Director of Inspectional Services and the Environmental Health Coordinator update this Council on current rodent mitigation plans.
22-0297
Order
Sent for Discussion
at the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on the replacement of trash bins due to rodent activity.
22-0346
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Inspectional Services consider a financial relief program for low income residents who are paying out of pocket for increased rodent expenses, including car and home repairs.
22-2036
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Inspectional Services inspect Chuckie Harris Park, the General Insulation building and 161 Broadway for signs of rodent issues and food waste.
11/22/2022
22-2037
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Inspectional Services bait the sewers along Pennsylvania Avenue and adjacent streets and develop a plan to address rodent issues, in anticipation of planned water pipeline renovation.
11/22/2022
File ID
File Type
File Status
File Title
Agenda Date
22-0021
Order
Sent for Discussion
That this Council consider a rule that any item submitted to the Council requiring significant presentation materials must be submitted at least 48 hours in advance, lest it be laid on the table until the following meeting of the City Council.
22-0504
Order
Referred for Recommendation
That this Council amend its Rule 24 by requiring a majority vote of the Council before a councilor can be removed from a committee.
File ID
File Type
File Status
File Title
Agenda Date
22-0186
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Commissioner of Public Works report on all school building deferred maintenance projects completed following the ventilation system assessment, proposed completion dates, and strategies to assess needs for future deferred maintenance projects.
22-0295
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development provide an update on the status of work and finances of the Community Preservation Act grants of 2018 for the Brown School and West Somerville Neighborhood School...
22-1113
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the City Solicitor review the design issues related to ineffective shades and placement of projector equipment in the high school auditorium and seek recovery for costs to the city or other legal recourse available.
22-1116
Resolution
Sent for Discussion
That the Administration respond to educator and parent concerns regarding building maintenance and capital improvements for the Winter Hill School.
22-1121
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management report on the status of the 1895 building.
22-1417
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Commissioner of Public Works provide quarterly reports to the School Building Facilities and Maintenance Special Committee on any major repairs and 311 work orders in school buildings.
8/25/2022
22-1418
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Commissioner of Public Works report on planned repairs for the East Somerville Community School facade failures.
8/25/2022
22-1527
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management provide an update on the status of the School Building Feasibility Study.
9/8/2022
22-1528
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management provide an update on the status of the School Building Systems Feasibility Study.
9/8/2022
22-1573
Order
Sent for Discussion
That this Council discuss the attached letter from the Somerville Council of PTAs regarding the condition of school buildings.
9/22/2022
22-1591
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility and the Commissioner of Public Works assess the need for additional bike racks in all school buildings.
9/22/2022
22-1715
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management and the Commissioner of Public Works provide an update on preventive maintenance plans for all school buildings.
10/13/2022
22-1716
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Commissioner of Public Works and the Chief Information Officer provide an update on ongoing issues with Wi-Fi services for all schools.
10/13/2022
22-1927
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Commissioner of Public Works provide the current noise readings of the mechanical systems on the roof of the East Somerville Community School and verify that they are in compliance with Noise Control Ordinance regulations.
11/10/2022
Public Health and Public Safety Committee
Public Utilities and Public Works Committee
Rodent Issues Special Committee
Rules Special Committee
School Building Facilities and Maintenance Special Committee
Items Revived and Recommitted for 2023
File ID
File Type
File Status
File Title
Agenda Date
22-0093
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility explore a School Streets Pilot Program at the Healey School.
22-0094
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility and the Director of Parking collaborate with the Fire Department to address problematic parking within 20 feet of intersections.
22-0181
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility provide regular updates on the work towards a comprehensive bicycle, pedestrian, and MBTA plan.
22-0182
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Parking provide regular updates on the status of the Parking Utilization Study.
22-0264
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility and the Director of Engineering provide a written timeline regarding the upcoming MassDOT replacement of the Webster Street rail bridge and explain what public input process will be followed locally.
22-0300
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility conduct an equity study of bus routes to determine targets for fare-free buses.
22-0309
Officer's Communication
Sent for Discussion
Director of Parking responding to Item #212958, providing an update on the status of the Parking Utilization Study.
22-0539
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Human Resources appear before the Committee on Traffic and Parking to further discuss Item #212966, an order regarding safe driving.
22-0681
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility update this Council on plans to ensure that rideshare and taxi pickup/dropoff zones for new hotels and other businesses don't block access to bicycle lanes.
22-0688
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the appropriate staff detail the procedure for residents to apply for planters for public spaces.
22-0804
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility investigate the possibility of making Pearl Street, from Cross Street, a one way street to facilitate bike lanes in future street designs
22-0805
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility include Neighborways street designs in Pearl Street and Cross Street renovations.
22-0826
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on current processes to ensure safe and accessible pedestrian routes around work zones.
22-0829
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Chief of Police provide the Ward an At-Large Councilors monthly motor vehicle accident reports, detailing pedestrian and bicycle accidents.
22-0832
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Engineering report on all traffic calming improvements and their scheduled implementation at all intersections for the new Community Path Extension.
22-0935
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Engineering add a delay to the signal light for traffic turning left on to Mystic Avenue at Wheatland Street.
22-0953
Resolution
Sent for Discussion
That the Administration employ civilian flaggers, rather than exclusively sworn officers, to work traffic details, and employ a civilian street closure coordinator.
22-1038
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility provide an updated report on the impact of bus lanes on traffic congestion, particularly on Broadway.
22-1060
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility discuss with this Council how to effectively provide feedback on the MBTA's proposed Better Bus Network plan, to ensure that Somerville does not lose essential routes and service.
22-1062
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on policies regarding idling vehicles.
22-1065
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility advise this Council on the role of Medford Street in the Somerville Bicycle Network Plan.
22-1114
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Engineering explain to this Council the new "partial travel lane paving" approach used on Burnside Avenue and elsewhere.
22-1119
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility explore installing speed humps on Boston Avenue to control speeding and cut through traffic, and ensure pedestrian access.
22-1196
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility update this Council on the effectiveness and possible expansion of motion detector streetlights to manage traffic flows.
22-1412
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility provide this Council with an updated schedule for the redesign of Highland Avenue.
8/25/2022
22-1456
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility provide an update on the timeline for the Community Path extension.
8/25/2022
22-1599
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility provide documentation of the current process for determining the locations of traffic calming measures, and communicate this information to the public via the website.
9/22/2022
22-1600
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Engineering provide documentation of the current process for determining the street selection for Fall and partial repaving, and communicate this information via the website.
9/22/2022
22-1601
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Chief of Police and the Director of Parking enforce regulations on vehicular stopping and standing in bicycle lanes.
9/22/2022
22-1606
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Commissioner of Public Works install speed bumps at Heath Street, Ash Avenue, and Edgar Avenue.
9/22/2022
22-1607
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility install a NO HEAVY TRUCKS sign on Shore Drive.
9/22/2022
22-1608
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Commissioner of Public Works install speed bumps on Thurston Street.
9/22/2022
22-1722
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Engineering update this Council on plans to renovate Tufts Street.
10/13/2022
22-1730
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility and the Chief of Police work with city and state officials to implement short-term pedestrian safety measures at the listed I-93 intersections.
10/13/2022
22-1794
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility discuss the possible implementation of Neighborways painting on Edgar Street.
10/25/2022
22-1827
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility work with the Ward 3 Councilor to make Benton Road one-way from Highland Ave to Summer Street.
10/25/2022
22-1830
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility present to this Council on where heavy commercial vehicles are restricted per Traffic Regulations Section 7-27 Operation of Heavy Commercial Vehicles.
10/25/2022
22-1831
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Parking, Director of Mobility, and Police Chief present to this Council on enforcement of Traffic Regulations Section 7-27(a).
10/25/2022
22-1832
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Parking, Director of Mobility, and Director of Engineering present to this Council on engagement and consideration of business needs regarding curbside changes.
10/25/2022
22-1834
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility and Director of Engineering present to this Council on documentation of vehicle types, timing and frequency, and turning movements when determining on-street loading zones.
10/25/2022
22-1835
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility provide an update on the businesses surveyed regarding Highland Ave improvements and share the data collected.
10/25/2022
22-1836
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Constituent Services add a 311 Service Request category for reporting parking in bicycle lanes.
10/25/2022
22-1837
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility evaluate cut through traffic on Vernon Street and Trull Street and provide recommendations for traffic calming.
10/25/2022
22-1838
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility explore traffic calming options on Porter Street.
10/25/2022
22-1839
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility respond to the petition regarding traffic calming and additional bicycle parking at the Kennedy School.
10/25/2022
22-1840
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Engineering report on how schools are notified of road construction projects or work that impacts bus routes within a half mile radius.
10/25/2022
22-1926
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility implement traffic calming measures, including speed bumps and raised intersections, on streets perpendicular to Washington Street, including Myrtle, Florence, Pinckney and Dell Streets.
11/10/2022
22-1928
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility update the Ward 1 City Councilor on the proposed Kensington Connector walkway connecting Assembly Row to East Somerville.
11/10/2022
22-2080
Public Communication
Referred for Recommendation
Green Cab Company, Inc. requesting an increase the taxicab meter rate to $1.95 for the first 1/8 of a mile, $0.45 for each additional 1/8 of a mile and waiting time of $28 per hour.
12/8/2022
22-2115
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Engineering install a protective guard over the expansion joint on the Medford Street bridge, as it poses a safety risk for bicyclists.
12/8/2022
22-2117
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility increase lighting and short-term traffic calming measures on the corner of Pearl and Franklin Streets, to address safety concerns while the construction of Pearl Street is delayed.
12/8/2022
22-2118
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility consider installing speed humps on Highland Road, at the intersection with Morrison Avenue.
12/8/2022
22-2144
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility respond to constituent complaints regarding the bus stop placement westbound at Beacon and Washington.
12/8/2022
22-2145
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility address resident parking subsidies in negotiated Transportation Management Plans for major developments.
12/8/2022
22-2146
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility work with residents on Lake St to ensure that the parking plan for ongoing projects does not block driveway access.
12/8/2022
22-2147
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility update this Council regarding replacement of the HAWK signals on Beacon Street with RYG stoplights.
12/8/2022
22-2148
Order
Sent for Discussion
That the Director of Mobility update the Ward 2 Councilor on the prioritization of speed bump installation on the requested streets.
12/8/2022
Traffic and Parking Committee