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Items carried into 2021 - List — File 211117
Items carried into 2021
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Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee
Doc #
Status
Functions
Title
204274
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Water and Sewer appear before this Board's Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters in six weeks to
present a plan for vendor contracts, constituent communications and the day to day operation of the department.
204679
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting the re-appointment of Denis Chagnon as an Alternate Member of the Historic Preservation Commission.
204899
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting the re-appointment of Walter Whitney as Superintendent of Public Buildings & Grounds.
204900
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting the re-appointment of Ron Bonney as Superintendent of Fleet Management.
204905
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting the re-appointment of Frank Wright as City Solicitor.
204907
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting the re-appointment of Steve Craig as 311 Director.
204916
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting the re-appointment of Suzanne Rinfret as Director of Traffic and Parking.
204918
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting the re-appointment of William Roche as Municipal Hearing Officer.
204920
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting the re-appointment of Doug Kress as Director of the Board of Health.
205083
Adopted
Order
That this Board’s Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters develop a comprehensive procedure manual regarding review
processes for all categories of appointments and re-appointments.
205107
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration work with this Board to implement a Code of Conduct policy and discuss training all staff and Aldermen.
205941
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration describe for the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters the relevant law governing financial
disclosure for commission members, and the existing remedies for ethical violations.
206072
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration provide a detailed explanation for the accrual of pension or creditable service for Board and Commission members, including
how these positions are adjudicated differently from part-time employees who earn more than $5,000 yearly.
206240
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration establish an independent task force to look into hiring more minorities in various departments, most especially the Fire and
Police Departments.
206939
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration create an equity task force to look at the city's hiring practices for all city positions and boards/commissions.
207097
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting the reappointment of Mary Cassesso to the position of Trustee of the Somerville Affordable Housing Trust Fund.
207099
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting the reappointment of Donna Haynes to the position of Trustee of the Somerville Affordable Housing Trust Fund.
207181
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration create an anonymous form for employees to directly contact the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters
Committee with concerns about appointees before the Committee.
207301
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting the re-appointment of Paula Machado to the Board of Health.
207400
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Ron Bonney as Superintendent of Fleet Management.
207403
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Frank Wright as City Solicitor.
207405
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Steve Craig as 311 Director.
207409
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Suzanne Rinfret as Director of Traffic and Parking.
207410
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of William Roche as Municipal Hearing Officer.
207411
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Doug Kress as Director of the Board of Health.
207413
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Jill Lathan as Director of Parks and Recreation.
207439
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Personnel present to this Board the Civil Service hiring processes involving Reserve Lists, in particular, the process followed to
authorize the use of a Reserve List for the Police and Fire Departments, the current status of those Reserve Lists, a 12-month projection of those
Departments' staffing needs, and a summary of Civil Service Commission decisions against the City over the past 10 years.
207584
Adopted
Order
That this Council's Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters consider amending its Policy Manual to include a policy as it
relates to candidates' perceived conflicts of interest and State ethics opinions.
208284
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Nicholas Antanavica to the position of Director of Inspectional Services.
208571
Adopted
Resolution
Requesting the voluntary appearance of Lt. Sean Sheehan to discuss personnel matters in executive session including any civil service bypasses
and a review of his professional standards folder.
208572
Adopted
Resolution
Requesting the voluntary appearance of Lt. Gerald Rymill to discuss personnel matters in executive session including any civil service bypasses and
a review of his professional standards folder.
208616
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration discuss ways to manage burnout and promote a home/work balance among staff who are tasked with high stakes, high
contact projects, including how the City Council may help.
209094
Scheduled
Appointment of ConstableRequesting the re-appointment of Berlin Haynes as Constable.
209367
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Personnel update this Council on the hiring of a Chief Information Officer.
209492
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Dave Goodridge to the position of Chief Information Officer.
209496
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Ron Bonney as Superintendent of Fleet Management.
209498
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Frank Wright as City Solicitor.
209499
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Candace Cooper as Director of Personnel.
209500
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Steve Craig as 311 Director.
209501
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Suzanne Rinfret as Director of Parking.
209502
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Doug Kress as Director of Health and Human Services.
209503
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Jill Lathan as Director of Parks and Recreation.
209504
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of William Roche as Municipal Hearing Officer.
209508
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Fred Massaro as Director of Capital Projects.
209509
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Steven MacEachern as Commissioner of Public Works.
209512
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Nick Antanavica as Director of Inspectional Services.
209513
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Rich Raiche as Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management.
209514
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jessica Fosbrook as City Engineer.
209518
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jennifer Mancia as Executive Director of the Women's Commission.
209675
Scheduled
Appointment
That John Heymann be re-appointed as this Council's representative on the Ethics Commission.
209705
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Orsola Susan Fontano to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
209710
Scheduled
Appointment of ConstableRequesting the re-appointment of Michael Browne as Constable.
210010
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Eliza Johnston to the Commission on Energy Use and Climate Change.
210490
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Hayley Bermel to the Commission for Women.
210571
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Giovanna Lorenzet Marin to the position of Reserve Police Officer.
210572
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jamey Thompson to the position of Reserve Police Officer.
210573
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jose DaCosta to the position of Reserve Police Officer.
210574
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Kelsey Malloy-Ripley to the position of Reserve Police Officer.
210575
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Kevin Henriquez to the position of Reserve Police Officer.
210576
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Kyle Lentini to the position of Reserve Police Officer.
210577
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Matthew Fairchild to the position of Reserve Police Officer.
210578
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Richard Lavey III to the position of Reserve Police Officer.
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210579
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of William Wood to the position of Reserve Police Officer.
210721
Adopted
Order
That this Council prepare for interviews of applicants to the Wage Theft Advisory Committee.
210753
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Christine Stone to the Somerville Redevelopment Authority.
210800
Scheduled
Appointment
The Somerville Community Corp nominating Bill Dovhan to the Wage Theft Advisory Committee.
210801
Scheduled
Appointment
The Carpenters Union nominating Juan Novoa to the Wage Theft Advisory Committee.
210802
Scheduled
Appointment
MassCOSH nominating Mirna Morales to the Wage Theft Advisory Committee.
210803
Scheduled
Appointment
The Building and Construction Trades Council nominating Jorge Rivera to the Wage Theft Advisory Committee.
210804
Scheduled
Appointment
The Brazilian Worker Center nominating José Venancio to the Wage Theft Advisory Committee.
210870
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Zachary Zasloff to the Condominium Review Board.
210871
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Elizabeth Janiak to the Condominium Review Board.
210913
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Patricha Paul to the Condominium Review Board.
210914
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of William Medeiros to the Condominium Review Board.
210951
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Ami Feldman to the position of Library Trustee.
210952
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Georgenia Toussaint to the position of Library Trustee.
210953
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Christopher Spicer Hankle to the position of Commissioner of the Human Rights Commission.
210970
Scheduled
Appointment
The Greater Boston Labor Council nominating Darlene Lombos to the Wage Theft Advisory Committee.
210971
Scheduled
Appointment
The Welcome Project nominating Francisca Sepulveda to the Wage Theft Advisory Committee.
210972
Scheduled
Appointment
Our Revolution Somerville nominating Colleen Fitzpatrick to the Wage Theft Advisory Committee.
211017
Placed on File Communication
Conveying the appointment of Nancy Macias-Smith as the Mayor's designee to the Wage Theft Advisory Committee.
211029
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Callen Scott to the Urban Forestry Committee.
211030
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Leah Grossman to the Urban Forestry Committee.
211037
Scheduled
Appointment
The Somerville Chamber of Commerce nominating Andrew Lynn to the Wage Theft Advisory Committee.
211062
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Aladdine Joroff to the Commission on Energy Use and Climate Change.
211063
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Tim Talun to the Urban Design Commission.
211064
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Heidi Cron to the Urban Design Commission.
211065
Scheduled
Appointment
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Kerri Connolly to the Urban Design Commission.
Equity, Gender, Families and Vulnerable Populations
Doc #
Status
Functions
Title
208573
Adopted
Order
That this City Council, In collaboration with the School Committee and the Administration, particularly the Director of Parks and the City Solicitor,
draft a "Local Title IX" ordinance ensuring equal opportunity and spending on the basis of gender identity to athletic and academic programs offered
by the City.
209365
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police review options relative to the School District's lock-down drills, and provide a description of times when the protocol was
used in response to a threat.
209572
Adopted
Order
That the Committee on Equity, Gender, Families and Vulnerable Populations provide feedback on SomerVision 2040's chapter on Youth and
Education with respect to metrics and key tasks.
209615
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD and the Director of Health and Human Services consider developing, and hiring a third party for, an Equity Justice Review
for the Somerville Climate Forward Plan and the SomerVision 2040 Plan.
209786
Adopted
Resolution
That the Somerville Education Foundation share their organizational priorities with this Council’s Committee on Equity, Gender, Families and
Vulnerable Populations.
209916
Adopted
Order
That this Council collaborate with the Administration to apply racial and gender equity lenses to all decisions, including resource decisions and new
programs or laws.
209976
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD discuss highlighting equity for seniors in SomerVision 2040 in the areas discussed in the attached document.
210118
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD add the attached changes into the SomerVision 2040 draft.
210228
Scheduled
Resolution
Supporting full implementation of body worn cameras by sworn personnel in the Police Department.
210237
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration re-assess its hiring policies to include people of color in leadership positions and update this Council on efforts to promote
equity across all departments.
210238
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD update this Council on the minority-owned business initiative and provide data on the number of businesses that have
been helped from being gentrified.
211056
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police and the Director of Health and Human Services discuss the data collected and the mental health impacts that the lockdown
drills have on school age children.
Finance Committee
Doc #
Status
Functions
Title
201740
Scheduled
Aldermanic Ordinance
Proposing an ordinance relative to a mid-fiscal year report of municipal finances, with next-fiscal year budget projections.
202971
Scheduled
Public Communication
Green Cab requesting a waiver of Taxi Medallion fees.
205501
Scheduled
Administrative Order
Requesting approval of an Administrative Order providing for the appointment of school physicians and nurses by the School Committee.
206006
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of a Clean Cab Proposal to waive taxi medallion fees for qualifying vehicles.
206099
Scheduled
Ordinance
City Solicitor submitting an Ordinance to replace Ordinance 5-32 regarding Fire Department salaries.
206896
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration explain to this Board, in writing, how the recently-released US Treasury “Opportunity Zone” tax breaks will apply to the Union
Square redevelopment, and whether this is expected to significantly increase the profit for the Union Square Master Developer.
207285
Scheduled
Appropriation/Budget
Requesting the appropriation of $542,675 from the CPA Fund Open Space/Recreational Land and Budgeted Reserve Accounts to the City for the
ArtFarm project.
207342
Placed on File Officer's Communication Director of Capital Projects conveying the Departmental Relocation Strategy and Implementation Plan.
207478
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Finance provide this Council with a written report of bond requests for the next 3 years along with corresponding revenue stream
projections.
207740
Scheduled
Ordinance
Proposing an amendment to Ordinance 2-124 to permit the City Solicitor to settle legal actions of up to $5,000 against the City.
208010
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Engineering and appropriate staff report on the date and method of implementation of the residential exemption for sewer and
water charges.
208243
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD identify the financial lending tools available for the Somerville Housing Trust Fund and the MA Non-profit Housing Finance
Corp. for financing development.
208269
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration and Director of Finance implement opportunities for community participatory budgeting for FY21.
208460
Placed on File Communication
Conveying the June 2019 General Fund Capital Investment Plan.
208512
Adopted
Order
That the City Treasurer update the Finance Committee regarding Land Court tax title takings.
208586
Scheduled
Officer's Communication Director of Water and Sewer submitting a communication re: the exemption of water and sewer charges for owner-occupied homes.
208630
Scheduled
Appropriation/Budget
Requesting the appropriation of $376,820 from the Capital Stabilization Fund for the purchase of vehicles for the Parks & Recreation Department.
208807
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration consider a plan that trades off paying a fine by donating to our schools, as described in an attached article.
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208849
Adopted
Resolution
That representatives of the Union Square Neighborhood Council and US2 appear before this Council's Finance Committee to present a checklist of
items contained in the Community Benefits Agreement, along with their associated time-lines for completion.
208850
Adopted
Order
That the City Solicitor review the language in the Community Benefits Agreement between the Union Square Neighborhood Council and US2 and
advise this Council of any amendments to be enacted.
209075
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Finance provide feedback on the attached data on Somerville's revenue growth from 2003 to 2018 as compared to other MA
municipalities.
209151
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration update this Council on its negotiations for a contract renewal with DCR for the management and use of DCR lands, including
Dilboy stadium and adjacent facilities.
209359
Adopted
Order
That the Chief Assessor and the Director of Finance advise this Council of the breakdown of residential and commercial revenue raised from each of
the city's tax districts for FY19.
209369
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Finance inform this Council on the impact of the Student Opportunities Act on state aid.
209394
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration comply with #206164, relative to the employment of other counsel to help resolve questions of the Confirmation of
Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee relative to appointments.
209789
Adopted
Order
That this Council's Committee on Finance discuss the peoples' budget and priorities for FY21.
209826
Scheduled
Appropriation/Budget
Requesting the appropriation of $486,805 from the Capital Stabilization Fund for heavy equipment/vehicles for the Parks and Recreation
Department to manage the city's athletic fields and facilities.
210004
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration update this Council on opportunities to provide universal broadband internet access in Somerville.
210229
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police prohibit the purchase and use of military technology and eliminate any military stockpiles the department currently has.
210302
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police report to this Council, no later than June 18, 2020 a description of any military equipment purchased or received as a federal
grant, currently in the possession of the Police Department.
210455
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police provide to this Council an itemized statement of all materials, tools, and property owned or leased by the City for use of the
Police Department.
210456
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police provide to this Council an itemized statement of any equipment purchased on behalf of employees of the Police Department
which became the individual employee's property.
210834
Adopted
Order
That the Commissioner of Public Works provide this Council’s Finance Committee with every invoice from the Fleet Division's Ordinary Maintenance
budget for FY21 year to date, including documentation supporting encumbrance figures listed in the current Munis report.
210915
Placed on File Communication
DPW Director of Administration and Finance responding to #210748 with DPW expenses since FY19.
211011
Scheduled
Grant/Gift
Requesting acceptance of a $25,495.51 grant with no new match required, from the Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials
Safety Administration to the Fire Department for the purchase of thermal imaging cameras.
211033
Scheduled
Officer's Communication City Solicitor requesting approval to settle a claim in connection with expenses incurred by the owner of 80 Irving Street.
211034
Placed on File Officer's Communication DPW Commissioner responding to #210834 re: Fleet Division invoices.
Housing and Community Development Committee
Doc #
Status
Functions
Title
203222
Adopted
Order
That this Board’s Committee on Housing and Community Development meet with representatives of Tufts University for an update on the conversion
of wood frame office-houses into residential housing in Medford and Somerville.
204174
Adopted
Order
That the Superintendent of Inspectional Services, the Director of SPCD, and the City Solicitor meet with a committee of this Board to discuss how to
prevent developers from repeatedly violating city ordinances and regulations.
204462
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration advise this Board on enforcing city ordinances, and develop a better response to repeat violations, including whether
eyewitness reports or submitted evidence can be the basis for a citation.
204605
Adopted
Order
That the Superintendent of Inspectional Services, the Director of Health and Human Services and the Municipal Hearing Officer provide this Board
with the number of citations that have been waived over the past year, including the original infraction and the reason for granting relief.
204848
Adopted
Resolution
That the Superintendent of Schools provide this Board with information regarding homelessness among the student population, including the
demographics of those affected and what steps are being taken to prevent those at risk from becoming homeless.
204885
Adopted
Order
That the City Clerk and the Director of SPCD expand abutter notices for Zoning Board of Appeal, Planning Board and Historic Preservation
Commission hearings to include tenants of abutting properties in addition to property owners.
204990
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD update this Board on the Affordable Housing Universal Wait List plan and consolidating the process of applying for
affordable housing into a single, universal, persistent application, lottery, and wait list.
205183
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration reassess the city's agreement with Globe Direct regarding stopping deliveries upon request.
205286
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD share what role the city has, or could have with additional staff, in assisting residents with condo association dilemmas,
tenant organizing, or ensuring that inclusionary unit owners or tenants have equal voice in building decisions.
205824
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration implement the 2015 Sustainable Neighborhood Working Group recommendation to include as a preference for inclusionary
housing “Families with children in Somerville Public Schools classified as homeless and in temporary out-of-district placements.”
205899
Placed on File Public Communication
5 residents submitting comments re: #205334, a possible affordable housing crisis.
205932
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD or the Director of Housing Stability develop an evidenced-based scale of qualifying income levels that reflects the cost of
housing, to guide residents’ access to subsidies for City or District programming.
206199
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD share how decisions are made regarding the placement of bike racks.
206238
Adopted
Order
That the Superintendent of Inspectional Services and the Director of SomerStat review with this Board, the statistics of repeat offender building
violations.
206266
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD, the Director of Housing Stability, or the City Solicitor explain under what circumstances a current resident could be given
preference for a deed-restricted unit.
206487
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration discuss with this Board a plan to create a permanent space for the Groundworks Somerville program, currently known as the
South Street Farm, which is planned for displacement.
206488
Adopted
Order
That this Board revisit the Assistant City Solicitor's 2014 language of the attached Draft Ordinance relating to the discontinuance of Globe Direct
deliveries.
206666
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration adopt a holistic urban development approach, following the Cuidad Dulce (Sweet City) model, that attends to all members of
the community, especially marginalized populations, both human and nature.
206765
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Engineering, the Commissioner of Public Works and the Superintendent of Inspectional Services report to this Board on possible
actions to incentivize residents to de-pave their properties, such as waiving dumpster fees and lending de-paving tools.
206773
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration establish a widely-advertised Fair Housing enforcement program that proactively tests for illegal housing discrimination.
206823
Adopted
Resolution
That Tufts University engage the Somerville community in its public Master Planning process.
206825
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Information Technology and the Director of Finance update this Board on cyber privacy security plans for protecting
resident/consumer private financial data.
206899
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Housing Stability invite the Public School Superintendent to join in convening with Alderman Hirsch a focus group of benevolent
landlords, to better understand what factors contribute to their ability to rent at below-market rates and to rent to children and families.
206941
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Purchasing provide this Board with data on the number of procurement contracts awarded to people of color and women for the
past 10 years.
207068
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration advise this Board on the possibility of creating facilities similar to Bow Market, as start-up or temporary commercial space for
small, local businesses displaced as the development of older buildings occurs.
207278
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD meet with the Committee on Housing and Community Development and Gilman Square residents to discuss possible
changes to the Neighborhood Plan.
207489
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD update the Ward 6 Councilor on near-term plans for overdue maintenance in Davis Square and longer-term plans for
major infrastructure and public realm improvements. (Also see #206665)
207505
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD work with this Council towards establishing a goal for the target number of deed-restricted units, so that a path to that goal
can be analyzed as part of the next Housing Needs Assessment and discussed as part of the SomerVision 2040 process.
207696
Placed on File Public Communication
Tufts University submitting its Spring 2019 University Accountability report.
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207712
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD present to the Council a list of City-owned alcohol licenses issued to determine the program’s impact on small businesses.
207728
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD discuss an “Urban Renewal Displacee” preference in affordable housing lotteries.
207748
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Purchasing attend a meeting of the Housing and Community Development Committee to discuss the procurement process and
the types of contracts that the City enters into.
207749
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Purchasing report to the Committee on Housing and Community Development the percentage of state-certified minority, women,
veteran, and/or disadvantaged business enterprises that have contracts with the City.
207888
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD report on the impacts of the City’s 20% inclusionary zoning ordinance.
208250
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD appear before the Committee on Housing and Community Development with a progress report on the Lead Paint Safe
Somerville program, including the number of applications received and completed, average timelines, and any issues that have arisen.
208251
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD appear before the Committee on Housing and Community Development to discuss the specific steps required to fill
inclusionary units in new developments, and any suggestions for ways to increase the efficiency of this process.
208266
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD report to this Council, within 30 days, the impact on our residents if President Trump’s public charge and HUD’s new
proposed rule change on public housing is adopted.
208576
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD provide a quarterly update regarding implementation of a universal waiting list for affordable housing opportunities.
208637
Placed on File Officer's Communication Director of Housing Stability responding to #208266 re: proposed changes to federal housing policy and public charge rules.
208679
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration, in conjunction with the Somerville Homeless Coalition, create programs with specific goals to end homelessness in the City.
208809
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration initiate a Disparity Study to formally evaluate whether Somerville has a basis for implementing race- and gender-conscious
contracting policies, and to serve as a baseline for future equity-based policies.
208810
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration consider ways to encourage the Somerville YMCA to relocate in or near Union Square in order to fulfill the goal of a new
community center for people of all ages in Union Square.
208820
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Inspectional Services discuss the reasoning for and methods of enforcing the ordinance requiring landlords to post their contact
information.
208828
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration discuss the feasibility of including information about tax deferral programs in mailings about initiatives like lead paint
abatement.
208881
Placed on File Public Communication
Black Economic Council of MA supporting a Resolution calling for a Disparity Study.
208882
Placed on File Public Communication
Welcome Project supporting a Resolution calling for a Disparity Study.
208887
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD investigate the discriminatory practices of Bungelow Housing regarding their refusal to lease to Section 8 tenants.
208919
Adopted
Order
That the Director of the Arts Council discuss the SomerStreets and city-wide strategies in light of the city’s growing population.
208924
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management discuss the next steps to evaluate the needs of municipal functions not included in the first
round of the Departmental Relocation Strategy, such as Parks and Recreation, Council on Aging, and Parking.
208925
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SomerStat provide an update on the implementation of the Happiness Survey.
208985
Adopted
Resolution
That the Director of Sustainability and Environment and others in the Administration work with this Council to convene a task force to provide
recommendations to eliminate the use of natural gas and other fossil fuels in new buildings.
209059
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration consider erecting banners along roadways, as college campuses do, highlighting actual photos of our community’s families
and individuals, both young and aged, walking or bicycling.
209137
Placed on File Public Communication
Tufts University submitting its Fall 2019 University Accountability report.
209138
Placed on File Public Communication
Harvard University submitting its Fall 2019 University Accountability report.
209140
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD develop with the Ward 6 Councilor language in the zoning ordinance to require that developers provide affordable
commercial spaces.
209201
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD explicitly encourage real estate developers to pursue net zero building standards during "pre-submittal" meetings with the
Planning staff.
209205
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD report to this Council the ten largest lots outside of the proposed "Transform" districts and outside of any "Neighborhood
Plans" that are likely to come up for redevelopment in the next several years, so that special attention may be given to their redevelopment.
209211
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD explain how the ownership for priority applicants for adult-use marijuana licenses is defined and monitored, at both the
point of licensing application and after licensing.
209212
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD consider ways to rate each proposed development based on its likely impact on measures of community health and well-
being such as affordability, revenue, environmental health, traffic, flooding, and others.
209263
Adopted
Order
That this Council consider allowing owner-adjacent short-term rental landlords more flexibility if they provide a predetermined number of days of
temporary affordable housing per year at a predetermined charge per day.
209288
Adopted
Order
That the City Solicitor provide guidance on whether the City can take property by eminent domain to create affordable housing.
209289
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Inspectional Services provide preliminary feedback on how the zoning overhaul, if passed, will affect ISD staffing needs,
practices, and systems.
209290
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD provide an update on affordable housing units created in 2019, relative to the projected 51 units outlined in SomerVision
update documents.
209347
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Inspectional Services determine whether 107 Electric Avenue is being used to operate a contracting business storing contracting
equipment and supplies in a RA-zoned neighborhood.
209360
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD provide this Council, in conjunction with its FY21 budget review, a list of upcoming commercial development, including the
square footage and linkage payment projections with corresponding payment dates.
209361
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD discuss the impact on small businesses city-wide since the expansion and growth of Assembly Square and the opening of
the Encore Casino.
209362
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD develop a neighborhood plan for Teele Square.
209429
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration consider promoting grants for homeowners willing to build a third deed restricted affordable unit, as allowed under the new
zoning overhaul.
209479
Adopted
Order
That the Committee on Housing and Community Development convene a Public Hearing on the ongoing Tufts Payment in Lieu of Taxes
negotiations, and request written answers from the Administrations to the attached questions raised by the "ORS Pilot Working Group."
209566
Adopted
Resolution
That the SomerVision 2040 Steering Committee consider adding two additional indicators to be explicitly measured as part of Commercial
Development, Business & Arts: income equality, and number of worker-owned co-ops.
209611
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration discuss terminating the Somerville Media Center and MAPS tenancies, including any plans to help them relocate, such as
allowing them time to find a new location.
209649
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD provide this Council with a prioritized list of the various neighborhood plans that the Administration has committed to or
has proposed, with a timeline and work plan.
209681
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration develop with this Council’s Committee on Housing and Community Development a plan to achieve 30% deed restricted units
as a percent of all housing.
209759
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD update the City Council on the status of the Union Square D4.3 block.
209974
Placed on File Public Communication
Tufts University submitting its Spring 2020 University Accountability report.
209975
Placed on File Public Communication
Harvard University submitting its Spring 2020 University Accountability report.
210055
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD and US2 appear before the Committee on Housing and Community Development to discuss progress towards an
affordable housing project on Block D4.3.
210213
Adopted
Order
That this Council discuss the need for Rent Control in light of the global COVID-19 pandemic, as illustrated by dramatic rent increases displacing
residents.
210247
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration provide an update on the Disparity Study regarding racial equity in city spending submitted as #208809 on September 12,
2019.
210359
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration remove the 911 system from the Police Department and place it under civilian control to separate criminal complaints from
mental health emergencies, substance abuse emergencies, housing emergencies and other nonviolent offenses.
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210379
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Inspectional Services report to the Housing and Community Development Committee its implementation plans for the 2019
Tenant Notification Act.
210380
Adopted
Order
That the Directors of SPCD, Housing Stability, and Inspectional Services discuss with the Housing and Community Development Committee the
anticipated impact and possible responses when the MA Eviction Moratorium expires on August 18.
210382
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Personnel provide a demographic breakdown of employees in the E-911, Fire Alarm, and Constituent Services Departments.
210469
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration update this Council on any discussions regarding a regional E-911 call center, and how such a center would impact the re-
imagining of how emergency dispatch is done in Somerville.
210470
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration inform this Council about any proposals to integrate police and fire emergency dispatch operations, and, if there are no
proposals, share its position on a centralized emergency dispatch system.
210471
Adopted
Order
That the Superintendent of Inspectional Services, the City Treasurer and the City Solicitor appear before this Council, or appropriate committee, to
discuss the implementation of Ordinance 8.3 as to the denial of building permits to those who have failed to pay City-imposed fines.
210473
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD report to this Council the status and timeline-to-opening of the 3 cannabis dispensaries that have received licenses, and
the status of subsequent rounds of applicants to the Marijuana Advisory Committee.
210493
Placed on File Communication
Police Chief responding to #210436 re: 911 emergency call policies and procedures.
210550
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Personnel provide a written demographic breakdown of employees in the E-911, Fire Alarm, and Constituent Services
Departments. (2nd request)
210594
Adopted
Order
That the City Solicitor work with the Director of Inspectional Services with regard to violations of the Building Code and the Zoning Ordinance to
ensure compliance with a recent court decision (Michael J Moroney Trustee v Planning Board of Haverhill et al).
210632
Adopted
Resolution
That this Council and the Administration consider the policy recommendations conveyed in the Somerville Cares Fund update report of August 25,
2020, attached.
210636
Adopted
Order
That the City Solicitor provide the Committee on Housing and Community Development with an opinion on whether the Tenant Notification Act could
lead to a fine, indefinitely, following a first offense.
210637
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration commit to setting goals for contracting with minority and women-owned businesses.
210674
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration update this Council on the recommendations of the Internet Access Task Force that was convened in 2018, and what the city
is doing to ensure that everyone has reliable access to the internet.
210712
Placed on File Officer's Communication Acting Director of Personnel responding to #210382 re: staffing in the E-911, Fire Alarm, and Constituent Services Departments.
210787
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of the Winter Hill Urban Renewal Plan.
210807
Adopted
Order
That the Director of the Arts Council and the Director of SPCD appear before this Council’s Committee on Housing and Community Development to
discuss adapting how the city celebrates the 2020 holiday season, with the emphasis on neighborhood connections and local businesses.
210888
Placed on File Public Communication
Tufts University submitting its Fall 2020 University Accountability report.
210889
Placed on File Public Communication
Harvard University submitting its Fall 2020 University Accountability report.
210891
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Parks and Recreation appear before this Council’s Committee on Housing and Community Development to discuss installing
playground communication boards in all parks to expand park accessibility for children who are nonverbal or have other communication challenges.
210928
Adopted
Resolution
That representatives of the Community Land Trust discuss with this Council’s Housing and Community Development Committee how the Council
can help implement the Trust’s goals.
210986
Adopted
Resolution
That the Director of the Somerville Media Center appear before this Council’s Committee on Housing and Community Development to consider out-
of-school programming and funding to help address the lack of accessible childcare options during this pandemic.
210987
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD update this Council’s Committee on Housing and Community Development on the Encore Casino's efforts to support
Somerville small businesses per their Community Agreement.
211059
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Economic Development work with this Council on a Memorandum of Understanding for the Winter Hill Urban Renewal Plan.
Land Use Committee
Doc #
Status
Functions
Title
198641
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD and the City Solicitor advise this Board in writing by March 30 whether the proposed zoning ordinance complies with state
law regarding the co-habitation of 4 unrelated adults and how much authority a municipality has in this regard.
198777
Placed on File Officer's Communication Assistant City Solicitor responding to #198641 re: a legal opinion of the city's requirements for unrelated adults residing in a dwelling unit.
201376
Placed on File Public Communication
MIT Graduate Student Council submitting comments re: the city's restriction prohibiting more than 4 unrelated persons from sharing a single dwelling
unit.
202864
Scheduled
Aldermanic Ordinance
Proposing an updated Article 16B in the city's Zoning Ordinances, with attendant Zoning Map changes, to establish a minimum mixed use ratio in
designated areas.
203101
Placed on File Officer's Communication Planning Board conveying its recommendations re: #202864, an Updated Article 16B in the City's Zoning Ordinances to establish a minimum mixed
use ratio.
206493
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD update this Board on the MMUR consultant's work.
208951
Scheduled
Zoning Ordinance
29 Washington Street Realty Trust proposing a zoning amendment to re-zone their property at 29 Washington St to MR4 or MR5.
209034
Scheduled
Zoning Ordinance
Washington TN LLC proposing a zoning amendment to re-zone their property at 373 Washington St to UR.
209338
Scheduled
Zoning Ordinance
Jack Saade withdrawing a zoning amendment he proposed on 9/12/19, #208899, to re-zone his property at 453 Somerville Ave.
209342
Placed on File Communication
Providing compiled property and zoning relief application data, to inform the affordability requirements built into the zoning overhaul.
209419
Scheduled
Zoning Ordinance
Alessandro & Elaine T. Leccese Family Trust proposing a zoning amendment to re-zone their properties at 198 Washington Street to MR5.
209651
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD enable owner-occupants who build 3rd units in Neighborhood Residential zones to select their own tenants, as long as
they are income-qualified, instead of tenants from the City inclusionary housing list, and verify to this Council that this option is in place.
209652
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD review the income qualification and rent levels for affordable 3rd units in Neighborhood Residential zones, and
recommend any necessary modifications for fairness and facilitating their production.
209653
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD propose revised inclusionary housing standards and requirements that include providing rental units for very low income
families and individuals with incomes below 50% of the Annual Median Income.
209654
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD discuss with this Council options for extending inclusionary housing requirements (payments) to two-unit developments.
209735
Scheduled
Zoning Ordinance
George and Maria Hatzis proposing a zoning amendment to re-zone their property at 248 Somerville Ave to MR5.
209810
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD consider revising the city's zoning to include universal ADA accessible design standards in new developments.
210452
Scheduled
Zoning Ordinance
LaCourt Foundation LLC proposing a zoning amendment to re-zone their property at 34-36 Merriam St to UR.
210639
Adopted
Order
That the City Solicitor provide an opinion on whether issues of tenancy, affordable housing, and displacement can be a factor on a decision of a
zoning change proposal.
210756
Placed on File Officer's Communication Planning Board conveying its recommendations re: #s 210452 and 210472, 2 requests for zoning map amendments.
210782
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD present zoning recommendations addressing the size of ground floor commercial spaces produced by development, to
ensure that street level development in certain areas maintains multiple smaller-sized commercial spaces to enhance the pedestrian experience.
210783
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD present zoning recommendations to establish density bonuses in certain areas, including increased building height, in
exchange for additional community benefits.
210930
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD commission independent Community Impact Studies for each upcoming Neighborhood Plan and large-scale
redevelopment effort, to quantify possible displacement, rent increase, and other negative outcomes, and to propose mitigation strategies.
210940
Scheduled
Zoning Ordinance
Requesting approval of amendments to the Zoning Ordinance for new changes, corrections and clarifications.
Legislative Matters Committee
Doc #
Status
Functions
Title
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205489
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration compile a report for this Board of all emails and letters received on the proposed Real Estate Transfer Fee, and work with
this Board to host community forums that bring all interested parties to the table.
205701
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration share enforcement mechanisms for Ordinance 11-33, Driveway Construction, as it relates to pervious surface area.
205918
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration submit a Home Rule Petition similar to Boston's "Jim Brooks Act," but with less rigid language, to encourage passage by the
State.
206811
Placed on File Communication
Conveying the Report of the Clean and Open Elections Task Force.
207392
Scheduled
Home Rule Petition
Requesting approval of a Home Rule Petition providing for legal voting rights in municipal elections for non-citizen residents.
209061
Adopted
Order
That the City Solicitor and the Director of Sustainability and the Environment draft with the Ward 5 Councilor an ordinance to ban or regulate the use
of gas-powered leaf blowers.
209224
Adopted
Order
That the City Solicitor draft an ordinance to address the Black Swallow-wort problem.
209592
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology General Use Policy.
209639
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration work with the Committee on Legislative Matters to consider revisions to the Surveillance Technology Ordinance.
209640
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration work with the Committee on Legislative Matters to consider revisions to the Noise Ordinance.
209663
Adopted
Order
That the City Solicitor draft an ordinance requiring pollution mitigation for new housing built along high transit roads and highways.
209779
Adopted
Order
That this Council review with the Administration, Cambridge’s recent Home Rule Petition to improve the safety of transportation network company
vehicles operating there.
209919
Scheduled
Ordinance
Requesting approval of an amendment to the Community Benefits Ordinance to create a Community Benefits Committee for the distribution of
community benefits funds.
210136
Adopted
Resolution
Supporting Somerville restaurants by capping fees charged by third party delivery services during the COVID-19 State of Emergency.
210233
Adopted
Order
That this Council draft an ordinance to establish a Use of Force Policy applicable to municipal law enforcement agencies.
210235
Adopted
Resolution
Calling upon this Council to create a Police Commission and a Community Police Review Agency.
210557
Adopted
Resolution
Congratulating the Administration on a very successful rehabilitation and re-opening of Prospect Hill Park, and requesting a reduction in the
excessively bright lighting from the new lamp posts.
210605
Adopted
Order
That the City Solicitor draft an ordinance prohibiting the installation of public lighting in excess of a temperature level to be determined.
210719
Scheduled
Ordinance
That the provisions of Sec. 8-3(1) be amended by changing "for not less than a twelve month period" to "not less than a one month period"
210736
Adopted
Order
That the City Solicitor draft an Ordinance banning the use of tear gas by the Police Department and other law enforcement agencies operating in
Somerville.
210742
Adopted
Order
That the City Solicitor draft an ordinance similar to Boston's PILOT ordinance, formalizing payments in lieu of taxes to create a fair and transparent
system of taxation for large tax-exempt non-profit organizations.
210788
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for Homeland Security Cameras.
210789
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for GLX Cameras.
210790
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for 911.
210791
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for ShotSpotter.
210906
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for BriefCam.
210907
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for Covert Device Cameras.
210908
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for GPS and Monitor.
210909
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for GreyKey.
210910
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for License Plate Readers.
210911
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for Pole Cameras.
210912
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for the SPCD Drone Camera.
210963
Placed on File Public Communication
Digital Fourth submitting comments re: the 4 Surveillance Technology Impact Reports submitted on October 22 and the 7 STIRs submitted on
November 12.
210973
Placed on File Public Communication
Ulysses Lateiner submitting comments re: Digital Fourth's comments on the Surveillance Technology Impact Reports.
211002
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police and the Administration discuss with the Legislative Matters Committee, potential revisions to the citation form for violations of
City ordinances, to include demographic data.
211003
Adopted
Order
That this Council consider an ordinance banning chemical crowd control agents and kinetic impact projectiles.
211103
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for Pole Cameras.
211104
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for Homeland Security Cameras.
211105
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for GLX Cameras.
211106
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for Covert Device Cameras.
211107
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for GPS and Monitor.
211108
Scheduled
Misc Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for GreyKey.
211109
Scheduled
Ordinance
City Solicitor submitting an ordinance to amend the membership of the Police Chief Selection Committee, replacing the Director of Multicultural
Affairs with the Director of Racial and Social Justice.
Licenses and Permits Committee
Doc #
Status
Functions
Title
204527
Adopted
Resolution
Requesting that Eversource meet with this city’s Administration to discuss creating a city-wide Host Community Agreement.
208979
Scheduled
Grant of Location
Submitted by Eversource to install 7 feet of conduit in Willow Ave from Pole 198/22 to a point of pickup at 201 Willow Ave.
Open Space, Environment and Energy Committee
Doc #
Status
Functions
Title
203365
Adopted
Order
That the City Solicitor draft an ordinance requiring native tree and plantings for all open space, to meet the goals of sustainability and biodiversity.
203881
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration draft a Dark Sky ordinance addressing applicability, color temperature standards, prescriptive or performance standards,
DPW oversight, and exemptions.
204968
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD provide this Board with a list of all city owned parcels, indicating any brownfields, and any plans to remediate those sites
and use them for housing.
205683
Placed on File Public Communication
Tori Antonino submitting comments re: #203365, calling for a native planting ordinance.
205709
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration immediately pursue creation of a public fields and recreation area in the Inner Belt District pursuant to the Fields Master
Plan.
206201
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SomerStat share an update on implementing a work order system for asset management, CRM requests, preventive
maintenance, and related functions, for departments like Public Works, Engineering, and Urban Forestry.
206495
Adopted
Order
That the City Solicitor consider the attached language in the drafting of a Native Tree and Plantings Ordinance, as ordered by #203365.
206698
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD establish an advisory service to help residents learn how to reduce storm water runoff, cool their yards and homes
naturally, plant and preserve trees, reduce invasive species, and waive dumpster parking permit fees for households undertaking de-paving efforts.
206745
Adopted
Order
That the Somerville Climate Coalition provide this Board with updates on their attempts to address climate change.
207167
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD share biannual CIP progress reports for all new open space and parks projects.
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207372
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Sustainability and Environment create a rental licensing program.
207373
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Sustainability and Environment develop an electric vehicle charging infrastructure program.
207375
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Sustainability and Environment and the Director of SPCD improve and expand bicycle infrastructure around the city and report to
this Board, quarterly, on progress made.
207480
Adopted
Order
That the City Solicitor review the legal standing of each site identified in Sec. 12-131 of the proposed Public Space Conservation Ordinance to
identify if there are any terms by which each site was acquired, or is held, that would prevent it from being dedicated to the public.
207884
Adopted
Order
That the City Solicitor draft an ordinance to ban the use of plastic flatware.
207999
Placed on File Public Communication
3 residents submitting comments re: #206495, the proposed native plant ordinance.
208042
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Sustainability and Environment inform this Council about New York City's "Climate Mobilization Act," which includes dramatic
emission reductions for tall buildings, and explain which aspects could be adapted here.
208232
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Parks and Recreation and the Commissioner of Public Works explore starting a monthly volunteer trash pickup day for the Dilboy
DCR and Alewife Brook areas.
208567
Placed on File Public Communication
Elizabeth Lundgren submitting comments re: #206495, the proposed native plant ordinance.
208805
Adopted
Resolution
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.
209358
Adopted
Order
That the City Solicitor draft an ordinance requiring the City to replace green space for those public spaces already dedicated to the public.
209441
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD include the entirety of West Somerville Neighborhood School open space for renovation planning as discussed at a
December 2018 community meeting.
209444
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD and the Director of Finance advise this Council, in writing, why, with an appropriation of $9.3 million, the grass field at
Lincoln Park was incorrectly installed the first time.
209612
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Parks and Recreation work with the Superintendent of Schools to develop a policy for "utilizing artificial turf in the heat" similar to
the policy used by Burlington, MA.
209613
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Sustainability and Environment, the Director of SPCD, The Director of Communications, and the Commissioner of Public Works
develop a plan for a "Resiliency Hub" when extreme weather events occur.
209614
Adopted
Resolution
That the Commission on Energy Use and Climate Change discuss its 2020 plan with this Council’s Committee on Open Space, Energy and
Environment.
209655
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD and the Director of Inspectional Services report to this Council how they plan to monitor and enforce green roof, tree
planting and other green zoning requirements that require watering and maintenance, beyond issuing certificates of occupancy.
209775
Placed on File Communication
Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry responding to #207167 re: updated Capital Investment Plan progress reports for parks and open space
projects.
209781
Placed on File Communication
Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management responding to #s 209656, 209641, 209546, 209348 & 209174 re: flooding in various locations.
209840
Placed on File Communication
Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry responding to #209444 re: the field at Lincoln Park.
209923
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration consider hiring a third party for an Equity Justice Review for the SomerVision 2040 and Somerville Climate Forward plans
pursuant to #209615.
210135
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD and a representative from the MBTA discuss with the Committee on Open Space, Environment and Energy, the plan to
recapture the trees and green space lost after the decimation of the GLX forested corridor.
210916
Placed on File Officer's Communication Director of SPCD responding to #205709 re: public fields in the Inner Belt District.
210991
Adopted
Order
That the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on any recent changes to what is or is not permitted in city recycling, and how
communication of such changes has been or could be made.
210995
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Sustainability and the Environment, or other Administration representative, discuss with this Council increasing the number of
electric vehicle charging stations.
Public Health and Public Safety Committee
Doc #
Status
Functions
Title
203004
Adopted
Resolution
That the Mayor work with the State Delegation on an agreement with the State to permit City crossing guards at the crosswalks at Highland Avenue
and McGrath Highway, and to permit the Police Department to enforce traffic laws there.
205829
Adopted
Order
That the Superintendent of Inspectional Services and other enforcing departments report to this Board on enforcing business signage laws,
especially for alcohol, tobacco or marijuana advertisements.
206427
Adopted
Order
That the Superintendent of Inspectional Services report on whether or not an increased amount of construction can lead to more lead exposure, and
what measures ISD uses to ensure contractors limit the release of lead into the soil or air.
206585
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration share a more comprehensive set of goals related to air quality based on CAFEH study results, when or if available.
206856
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration consider a public information effort to inform the community about code violations that impact public safety, such as
improper lead paint removal.
207040
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police and the Chief Fire Engineer, and related staff, discuss how each department receives and handles a 911 call, including the
dispatch of State Police, E911, Fire Alarm, and Cataldo Ambulance, and including the handling of asthmatic-related emergencies.
207042
Adopted
Aldermanic
Communication
Expressing the intent to work towards helping improve systems involving emergency response, care and education related to asthma.
207276
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration provide any analysis, considerations, or existing practices for reducing ordinance violation fines for lower-income
households.
207449
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Traffic and Parking waive parking dumpster fees for property owners who are de-paving their driveways.
207622
Adopted
Order
That the City Solicitor file a lawsuit to compel the State to provide air pollution mitigation along I-93, similar to the lawsuit that awarded the City the
GLX.
207942
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Parks and Recreation design with interested parents and caregivers a summer program to support those who have children with
autism disorder.
208261
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Health and Human Services highlight any funding for drug treatment during the budget process.
208360
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police, the Director of Health and Human Services, the Director of Parks and Recreation and other relevant groups appear before
the Public Health and Public Safety Committee to discuss strategies to prevent youth violence and gun possession.
208362
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Water and Sewer and the Director of Sustainability and the Environment create a water preservation program to encourage water
preservation among residents and limit water bills.
208691
Adopted
Order
That members of the recently established Safe Injection Site Task Force appear before this Council’s Committee on Public Health and Public Safety
to discuss their findings in a public forum.
208692
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Health and Human Services provide the City Council with a copy of the Safe Injection Site Task Force recommendations.
208841
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police appear before this Council to answer questions regarding the COBRA Unit deployment on Aug 31 for Boston's "Straight
Pride Parade", including whether the duty was part of a NEMLEC Mutual Aid Agreement or a voluntary overtime detail opportunity as well as the
source of funding for same.
208842
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration provide this Council with a copy of any signed NEMLEC Mutual Aid Agreement currently in effect.
208843
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police or other representative of the Administration report to this Council at its September 12 meeting on the investigation into many
allegations of the use of unnecessary force and provocative behavior by Somerville Police against counter-protesters at the Straight Pride Parade in
Boston on Aug 31, and further, provide when completed, a written report of the findings of the investigation.
208863
Placed on File Communication
Police Chief requesting to brief this Council upon completion of the review of police actions at the Boston Straight Pride Parade.
208884
Placed on File Public Communication
117 residents submitting comments re: the role of the Somerville Police in Boston's Straight Pride Parade on Aug 31.
208901
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD and the Chief of Police update this Council on what is being done in the wake of the two deaths in two different hit and run
incidents on Mystic Avenue.
208910
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration report to this Council on implementation of the Vulnerable Road Users Ordinance including, without limitation, application to
FW Russell Disposal.
208922
Adopted
Order
That the City Solicitor and Chief of Police report to this Council on how civil asset forfeiture funds have been received and spent over the past 5
years, and how they can be directed to the General Fund.
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208953
Placed on File Public Communication
Isabella Revett submitting comments re: the role of the Somerville Police in Boston's Straight Pride Parade on Aug 31.
208989
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police report to this Council on any enforcement actions undertaken under Ordinance 9-97, especially with regard to disturbances
of the peace in the vicinity of Tufts College.
209097
Placed on File Officer's Communication Assistant City Solicitor responding to #208922 re: civil asset forfeiture funds.
209144
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD consider installing ADA/bicycle accessible ramps at the opposite ends of Edward Leathers Park to enhance the
Neighborways bike path.
209161
Placed on File Communication
Conveying an update on the Police Department's investigation into the August 31, 2019 Boston Straight Pride parade and counter-protest.
209202
Adopted
Order
That the Administration inform this Council whether any official or unofficial communications channels exist between Somerville and ICE, in light of
recent revelations of frequent communications between the Boston Police and ICE regarding "low-level offenses like trespassing and shoplifting."
(See attached media report.)
209271
Placed on File Communication
Conveying the Police Department's After-Action Report on the Boston Straight Pride Parade and counter protest, along with an accompanying
memorandum.
209539
Adopted
Order
That the City Solicitor inform this Council of the minimum condition that would allow the Supervisor of Inspectional Services or the Commissioner of
Public Works to clear a sidewalk that is in violation of the snow shoveling ordinance, and charge or lien the property owner for the cost.
209660
Adopted
Resolution
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.
209666
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Somerville Cares About Prevention update this Council’s Committee on Public Health and Public Safety on their priorities for the
year.
209798
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Health and Human Services appear before this Council with an update on measures to reduce the spread of the coronavirus and
to support anyone who may become infected.
209930
Adopted
Resolution
That this Council urges Governor Baker to enact a single-payer health insurance system during this pandemic to reduce the bureaucracy for Covid-
19 testing and treatment, and to make such testing and treatment free to those without health insurance.
209934
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration update this Council on the City’s disaster preparedness assessment for emergencies during this pandemic and how this
reduces our first responders' workforce.
209940
Adopted
Resolution
That this Council collaborate with the Administration to create a one-page coronavirus information sheet that can be physically delivered to every
resident and small business owner, containing public health information, emergency resources, and instructions on where to get more information.
209977
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration update this Council on planning underway to provide housing for people who are likely to be exposed to the Covid-19 virus
and need isolation, or are recovering from the virus and don't need a hospital setting.
209978
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration update this Council on contingency staffing plans in case a large number of front-line employees are unable to work due to
illness or self-isolation.
209979
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration update this Council on any efforts to ensure that city trash and recycling contractors are protected from coronavirus exposure
and supported if exposed.
209999
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police and the Chief Fire Engineer appear before this Council’s Committee on Public Health and Public Safety with an update on
their plans to keep first responders safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
210112
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Health and Human Services collaborate with the appropriate state agencies for the support, specialized services, medical
supplies and personal protective equipment necessary for residents with complex medical needs to stay in their homes during this COVID-19 crisis.
210126
Adopted
Resolution
That the Mayor consider increasing the minimum age for mandatory wearing of face masks to children over 5 years of age.
210134
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Communications create signage to post citywide reminding the public of the penalties and public health risks associated with
COVID-19 for littering used masks, gloves and wipes.
210170
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Communications and the Director of Economic Development publicize that one of the best ways to support small businesses
offering take-out service is to call them directly to place an order, and pick it up instead of using third party delivery services, to help save them
unwanted costs during the COVID-19 pandemic.
210194
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police provide weekly updates on mask citations issued and any non-compliance incidents.
210210
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police report to this Council’s Public Health and Public Safety Committee the protocols for domestic violence calls, such as asking
the children if they are okay, making sure that victims have access to a phone, and obtaining that phone number.
210212
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Health and Human Services work with the appropriate state agencies to identify all state funded group and foster homes to
ensure they have enough PPEs and to examine their plans to keep facilities clean.
210239
Adopted
Resolution
That the Mayor work with the Director of the Somerville Housing Authority to abolish the Housing Authority Police Department and reallocate the
funds for social services for Housing Authority residents.
210240
Adopted
Resolution
That the Director of the Somerville Housing Authority (SHA) develop a formal process for SHA residents to report SHA Police misconduct, in lieu of
an outright abolition.
210241
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police expand the Community Outreach, Help and Recovery program.
210246
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Health and Human Services work with City Council to create and fund an unarmed agency that responds to mental health
emergencies, addiction and substance-abuse emergencies, and other non-violent crises.
210251
Adopted
Resolution
That the Mayor, the Chief of Police and the Director of Health and Human Services discuss with this Council, at its June 11, 2020 meeting, their
declaration of Systemic Racism as a Public Safety and Health Emergency.
210366
Adopted
Order
That the Police Department post its weekly crime log on social media every week.
210428
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration advise this Council as soon as possible, what oversight it will implement with Tufts University, following Tufts' decision to
invite all undergraduate students back to campus for the fall 2020 semester.
210432
Placed on File Public Communication
19 residents requesting a Public Hearing on Tufts University's plans to re-open its campus in the fall.
210436
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police provide a breakdown of how 911 emergency calls are triaged, coded, and dispatched under our current system.
210460
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration and the Traffic Commission cease all dedicated Tufts shuttle stops and remove all associated signage in Ward 6, particularly
in Davis Square, without delay.
210476
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police provide to this Council the number of confirmed shootings since January 2018, including the dates, times, locations, number
of rounds fired, and what or who those rounds hit.
210477
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police provide to this Council the number of times and locations that shot spotter has been triggered since January 2018.
210478
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police utilize social media, including Twitter, to let residents know when there have been shots fired or when the Police make a
firearm arrest.
210541
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Health and Human Services report to this Council, within 7 days, the ability of the Health Department or the Administration to
order Covid-19 testing of all Tufts college students living in Somerville, whether attending classes virtually or in hybrid mode.
210606
Adopted
Resolution
That the Director of Health and Human Services and Tufts University provide this Council with weekly updates on the number of unique COVID-19
tests administered to Tufts undergraduate and graduate students until all students have been tested.
210687
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Health and Human Services advise this Council what services are available to our neighbors experiencing homelessness,
mental illness, and addiction, and where additional funding could improve those services or enable new services.
210741
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration appear before this Council to give a report on the Public School building reopening plans.
210743
Adopted
Resolution
Proposing a process to create the Somerville Community Safety Coalition.
210874
Placed on File Communication
Director of Health and Human Services responding to #210687 re: current and potential services available to neighbors experiencing homelessness,
mental illness, and addiction.
Public Utilities and Public Works Committee
Doc #
Status
Functions
Title
209691
Adopted
Order
That the Superintendent of Inspectional Services inform the Committee on Public Utilities and Public Works whether the newspaper boxes
throughout the city are permitted.
210303
Adopted
Order
That the Commissioner of Public Works contact Eversource for an explanation of its reasoning for not having to notify homeowners when randomly
installing bollards on private property.
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210587
Adopted
Order
That the Commissioner of Public Works submit a recycling plan for all buildings that do not receive city solid waste collection services, pursuant to
Ordinance 11-40.
210739
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Engineering and the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management urge Eversource to fix gas leaks at 721 Somerville Avenue
and nearby, as identified by HEET, and appear with Eversource staff at the next meeting of the Council’s Committee on Public Utilities and Public
Works to discuss this matter.
210829
Adopted
Order
That the Commissioner of Public Works address the streetlight outage on the entire length of Fellsway West, resulting from the work being done by
DCR at Foss Park.
210929
Adopted
Order
That the Commissioner of Public Works install lights at all playgrounds.
210996
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD, the Director of Parks and Recreation, or the Commissioner of Public Works discuss with this Council the installation of
electrical outlets in parks, playgrounds and other public places to charge cell phones, computers, and other such equipment.
211075
Adopted
Resolution
That a Representative from Eversource appear before this Council to address reports about an October 16, 2020 incident at 20 Berkeley St.
Rodent Issues Special Committee
Doc #
Status
Functions
Title
209563
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Inspectional Services appear before this Council’s Rodent Issues Committee to discuss how rodent prevention measures are
enforced on construction sites.
209646
Placed on File Communication
Conveying the results of the pilot rodent study, as summarized in the Rodent Study Report.
209784
Adopted
Order
That the Environmental Health Coordinator work with the Ward 7 Councilor to arrange a community meeting to discuss methods to reduce the
increase in rats in the neighborhoods.
209797
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Inspectional Services and the Director of Health and Human Services consider implementing a pilot program in a section of the
City to deal with rat infestations and increased monitoring of properties.
209800
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Inspectional Services discuss how many resources would be required for proactive monitoring, tracking, and escalation of
enforcement for all properties in known rodent outbreak areas.
209801
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Inspectional Services provide a de-identified case study of a problem property in terms of how many complaints the City
received, via what channel, and with what response, so as to explain what current protocols exist and what new resources may be needed.
209802
Adopted
Order
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.
209824
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Communications utilize the CTY system, in April, to send out a high-alert to remind residents not to put out water or food for
birds, as a method to help combat the rodent issue.
210381
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Inspectional Services communicate with the community via mail, email and/or other means, its 2020 plan for combating rat
infestations, including monthly updates during peak infestation periods and quarterly updates otherwise.
210745
Adopted
Order
That the Commissioner of Public Works address the fragility of the trash collection bins in relation to the rat population and inform this Council as to
the duration and nature of the contract providing said bins to the City.
211073
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Health and Human Services and the Director of Inspectional Services inspect 49 Chetwynd Road and abutting properties for rat
burrows and rid the area of rats.
Rules Special Committee
Doc #
Status
Functions
Title
206962
Scheduled
Order
That this Board amend Rule 16 of the Board by adding to the second sentence, after the phrase "These motions shall" the phrase "be decided by a
majority vote of those present and shall...."
Traffic and Parking Committee
Doc #
Status
Functions
Title
202108
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration work with the City of Cambridge to improve pedestrian safety at the intersections of Elm Street with Beech Street and Willow
Avenue, including consideration of a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon.
203446
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Traffic and Parking install additional pedestrian safety measures at the intersection of Holland Street and Cameron Avenue.
203479
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration update the Ward 6 Alderman on plans to improve way-finding for the Community Path through Davis Square.
204247
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Traffic and Parking and the Chief of Police petition the City of Cambridge to change Clarendon Avenue to a one way street, so it
continues in the same direction from Somerville to Massachusetts Avenue.
205448
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD provide recommendations on making the intersection of Summer and Central Streets safer for pedestrians, bicyclists and
drivers.
205831
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Engineering share with this Board the feasibility of creating a pedestrian crossing on Somerville Avenue, between Belmont and
Spring Streets.
206189
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD provide recommendations to improve pedestrian safety at the dangerous intersection of Walnut Street, Summit Avenue
and Boston Street.
206406
Adopted
Resolution
That the Bicycle Advisory Committee appear before this Board’s Traffic and Parking Committee to present their recent activities, priorities and
outlook.
206407
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD, the City Engineer, and the Commissioner of Public Works establish a written policy for deploying temporary safety and
visibility materials for the period between street re-paving and re-painting.
206691
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD prioritize for this Board the traffic calming projects in the City, and the process to determine those priorities.
207326
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration advise the Ward 6 Alderman of the notifications provided to city and private contractors about anti-idling regulations, and
revise such policies to better ensure compliance.
207486
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Engineering and the Director of Traffic and Parking update the Ward 6 Councilor on requests for crosswalks at locations
specified within.
207487
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Traffic and Parking update the Ward 6 Councilor on requests for crosswalk safety improvements at the locations specified within.
207499
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration respond to the requests outlined in the attached resident petition, organized by the Pedestrian and Transit Advocacy Group,
to accelerate traffic calming investments and improve coordination and oversight.
207502
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD discuss the plans and process to advocate for Somerville transit priorities as part of the MBTA Better Bus Project,
including advocacy for a North/South bus route and reduced fares for income-eligible riders, and against fare hikes.
207723
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration discuss thoughts on negotiating with the MBTA for discounted or free fare for children and low-income adults by sharing or
bearing the cost of the passes.
207903
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD discuss with this Council the use of "concurrent with leading interval" pedestrian crossing timing at major intersections that
see high usage by school and pre-school children, particularly at the intersection of Beacon and Washington Streets, and consider reversion to
pedestrian-exclusive crossing timing at several relevant intersections.
207918
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Traffic and Parking urgently prioritize pedestrian safety at the intersection of Walnut Street and Highland Avenue, which was
identified as one of the most unsafe intersections in the city.
207996
Placed on File Public Communication
8 residents submitting comments re: #207499, a proposal to accelerate traffic calming investments.
207997
Placed on File Public Communication
10 residents submitting comments re: #204323, a proposal for Powderhouse Blvd. safe bicycling.
208008
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD implement traffic calming and pedestrian and cyclist safety measures on Broadway from Powder House Circle to Teele
Square.
208041
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD and the Bicycle Committee update this Council's Traffic and Parking Committee on establishing a comprehensive city-
wide bicycle plan.
208045
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD update the Ward 3 City Councilor on plans for raised crosswalks on Summer Street at Belmont and/or Lowell Streets, as
well as other nearby traffic calming improvements.
208110
Placed on File Public Communication
6 residents submitting comments re: #204323, a proposal for Powderhouse Blvd. safe bicycling.
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208227
Placed on File Public Communication
3 residents submitting comments re: #204323, a proposal for Powderhouse Blvd. safe bicycling.
208275
Adopted
Resolution
That the Traffic Commission approve the creation of a crosswalk at 45 Beacon Street.
208313
Placed on File Public Communication
3 residents submitting comments re: #204323, a proposal for Powderhouse Blvd. safe bicycling.
208383
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD install sturdy steel posts around the southeast corner of Nunziato Park, in light of the May 25 car crash that sent a vehicle
through the fence and into the picnic tables where children often gather.
208448
Placed on File Public Communication
2 residents submitting comments re: #204323, a proposal for Powderhouse Blvd. safe bicycling.
208575
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD and the Director of Parking provide a quarterly update regarding implementation of deed-based parking permit
restrictions.
208684
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration report on how the City could lobby for a wider width for the proposed bridge from Everett to Draw 7 Park.
208685
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD explain how decisions are made about Blue Bike rack placement, including how the public gets informed.
208781
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD and the Director of Parking develop a city-wide traffic signaling policy that includes guidelines for temporary signaling
during construction.
208782
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD develop a city-wide signage policy to equitably inform pedestrians, cyclists and vehicle operators during construction,
closing of sidewalks, etc.
208844
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD report to this Council on actions, communications and collaboration with State agencies to improve pedestrian safety in
the Mystic Avenue area by I-93, following the death of two pedestrians hit by motor vehicles there.
208923
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD or the Director of SomerStat develop an estimate of funding required to pay for or subsidize MBTA fares for residents of
different income levels and ages.
209045
Placed on File Public Communication
Rachel Turek submitting comments re: #204323, a proposal for Powderhouse Blvd. safe bicycling.
209142
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD report to the Ward 6 Councilor on plans to improve cyclist wayfinding through Davis Square.
209148
Adopted
Order
That the Commissioner of Public Works immediately replace the HAWK signals on Beacon Street with more suitable and effective RYG pedestrian-
activated signals.
209363
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD discuss implementing a "Don’t Block the Box" campaign to ease intersection congestion at locations along Broadway,
including McGrath Highway.
209383
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD update this Council on usage data for the Blue Bike expansion stations of 2019, and plans for expanding the system in
future years.
209442
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD add more bike racks to the West Somerville Neighborhood School.
209477
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD consider strategies to reduce the volume and impact of package delivery vehicles, such as encouraging smaller or electric
vehicles and cargo bike parking, as has been tried in Manhattan and Seattle.
209482
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Engineering construct a pedestrian crosswalk across Washington Street in front of the Public Safety Building. (2nd request)
209606
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD provide this Council with an update on efforts to implement North/South public transportation services.
209616
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Engineering install a crosswalk on Somerville Avenue at Kent Street and Spring Street.
209758
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD update this Council on creating a Bicycle Master Plan, and requiring that future road work adhere to this plan.
209808
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD develop a plan to create parking-separated bike lanes on East Broadway.
210544
Adopted
Order
That the Chief of Police, the Director of Parking and the Director of SPCD discuss enforcement to eliminate delivery and other vehicles from parking
on protected bike lanes throughout the city.
210593
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Constituent Services and the Chief of Police discuss tracking bicycle crashes and how 311 and 911 staff are trained to handle
such calls.
210624
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Finance, the Director of Parking and the Director of SPCD discuss scaling parking permit fees with automobile size and
efficiency.
210627
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD update this Council on the Missatuck/Mystic River bike and pedestrian bridge project.
210738
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD report to this Council, no later than December 22, 2020, the Administration’s response to the traffic calming petition
submitted by 10 residents of Rogers Avenue between Kidder Avenue and Boston Avenue/Broadway.
210827
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Parking install a NO PARKING HERE TO CORNER sign on Forster Street at the Central Street end of the roadway.
210828
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD and the Director of Parking remove the parking meters at 315 Broadway.
210893
Adopted
Resolution
That the Mayor submit a supplemental budget request to immediately add staff and funding to the Mobility Division for traffic calming, and increase
its staff and funding by at least 50% in FY22.
210894
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration expand and maintain the use of bollards and other pedestrian safety measures citywide so they are replaced immediately as
needed.
210895
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Capital Projects revise the College Avenue reconstruction plan to include additional safety measures for pedestrians at both
perpendicular and parallel crossings.
210896
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD update the Ward 6 Councilor on the overdue new equipment necessary to improve signal timing in Davis Square.
210897
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD implement a traffic calming plan on Morrison Avenue including alternating parking to create chicanes.
210898
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD update the Ward 6 Councilor on any plans to further improve pedestrian safety at the intersection of Willow Avenue, Elm
Street and Beech Street, possibly with a center island and bump outs.
210899
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD and the Director of Parking implement traffic calming measures on Powder House Terrace.
210900
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD update the Ward 6 Councilor on previously discussed plans to reconfigure the Powder House Traffic Circle.
210932
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD replace the NO BICYCLES ON SIDEWALK decals in the city's business districts and work with the Pedestrian and Transit
Advocacy Committee to reduce conflicts between cyclists and pedestrians on sidewalks.
210965
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD report to this Council in writing by December 4, and discuss with the Traffic and Parking Committee at its next meeting on
December 7, what the plan is for replacing flex posts when they are knocked over or displaced.
210966
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD report to this Council why there are still so few speed bumps in the city, especially since the ones deployed on Powder
House Boulevard seem to be making a dangerous area safer for pedestrians.
210967
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD explain to this Council in writing the Administration's opposition to deploying speed bumps, with less than a half-dozen
installed citywide.
210968
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD brief the Traffic and Parking Committee on the work that will be done on our streets and Community Path pursuant to the
Memorandum of Agreement with the MBTA and MaDOT, which will provide the city with a $1,400,000 payment.
210975
Adopted
Resolution
That the Administration and the Commissioner of Public Works discuss the vehicle training process for all DPW employees and contractors whose
job requires them to drive city vehicles.
210985
Adopted
Order
That the Director of Parking discuss with the appropriate committee, implementing income-based parking ticket fines for residents, as well as "day-
fine" scales to set ticket penalties according to an individual's daily income.
210988
Adopted
Order
That the Directors of Finance, Infrastructure and Asset Management, and SPCD provide a progress report for the Vision Zero Action Plan 2020 as
outlined in the attached spreadsheet.
210989
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD advise the Ward 7 Councilor when they will implement the Mobility Plan for West Broadway (from Route 16 to Holland
Street), to create a dedicated bus lane.
210992
Adopted
Order
That the Mayor and the Chief of Police discuss with this Council why there is so little traffic enforcement conducted by the Police Department, why its
Traffic Division has so few officers, and how it plans to address the public safety crisis made obvious with 4 pedestrians killed by motor vehicles in
the past 2 years.
210993
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD review the attached presentation by Zachary Rosenberg, Chair of the Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Committee, and
report to the Traffic and Parking Committee how the successful traffic calming measures implemented in the Netherlands can be replicated here.
211052
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SomerStat, the Director of SPCD, and the Director of Parking re-convene the Parking Study Task Force in January 2021.
211053
Adopted
Order
That the Director of SPCD report to this Council on traffic calming for the stretch of Broadway between the Ball Square Bridge and Cedar Street.