Items Revived and Recommited for 2025 — File 25-0008

Charter Review Special Committee File ID File Type File Status File Title Agenda Date 24-1308 Mayor's Communication Sent for Discussion Conveying recommendations on Charter reform. 9/12/2024 Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee File ID File Type File Status File Title Agenda Date 24-1726 Mayor's Communication Sent for Discussion Conveying changes to the reappointment policy for boards, commissions and committees. 12/12/2024 Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations Committee File ID File Type File Status File Title Agenda Date 24-0074 Resolution Sent for Discussion That the Administration provide an update on plans for Universal Basic Income/Guaranteed Basic Income implementation and roll out. 1/25/2024 24-0376 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Racial and Social Justice update this Council on policy proposals from the Anti-Violence Working Group convened last year. 3/14/2024 24-0418 Resolution Sent for Discussion That the Administration discuss post-pilot plan considerations of the Guaranteed Basic Income pilot program. 3/28/2024 24-0419 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment and the Director of Health and Human Services discuss how climate change affects residents over 65 years old and how climate forward programs can address this demographic. 3/28/2024 24-0452 Resolution Sent for Discussion That the Administration explain the process of how residents can receive free prepaid Charlie Cards, what paperwork or requirements they must fulfill before they receive this service, or how much funding was allocated to this program. 3/28/2024 24-0718 Resolution Sent for Discussion That the Administration report to this Council the plans for the committed and unspent American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dollars and how much, if any, can be spent on current and future water and sewer bill relief for residents. 5/23/2024 24-0788 Order Sent for Discussion That this Council discuss how the lapse in consistent mail delivery in Somerville has affected municipal bill collection, reports of bills not received, or accounts marked delinquent. 5/23/2024 24-0789 Resolution Sent for Discussion That the Postmaster share recent and ongoing efforts to adequately staff postal carrier routes and communicate any steps taken to address Post Office staff shortages in Somerville. 5/23/2024 24-1178 Resolution Sent for Discussion That the Administration hire a liaison dedicated to working with senior residents in order to amplify their voices in city decision making. 8/22/2024 24-1210 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Communications and Community Engagement work with Somerville and Cambridge Elders Services to publicize their Tech Support Coach Volunteer Program to residents through fliers and downloadable posters. 8/22/2024 24-1211 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Communications and Community Engagement ensure that there are physical, multilingual posters that publicize the Somerville Public Library's tech appointment program. 8/22/2024 24-1212 Resolution Sent for Discussion That the Administration work with Somerville and Cambridge Elder Services and SomerViva Office of Immigrant Affairs to explore an in-person presentation regarding the importance of digital equity for elders. 8/22/2024 Items Revived and Recommitted for 2025

24-1397 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Parks and Recreation discuss with this Council the recent cancellation and rescheduling of the Fall Festival originally scheduled for September 21st. 9/26/2024 24-1630 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Racial and Social Justice ensure that the Commission for Persons with Disabilities has an assigned note taker. 11/14/2024 Housing and Community Development Committee File ID File Type File Status File Title Agenda Date 24-0046 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of the Office of Housing Stability report on the progress of the organization and start-up of the Municipal Housing Voucher Program. 1/11/2024 24-0070 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Parks and Recreation discuss how inclusive playground accessibility is being considered in future playground plans and redesign projects. 1/25/2024 24-0071 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Planning, Preservation and Zoning discuss the potential for density bonus incentives, such as $150,000 for homeowners to build affordable housing for rent or homeownership. 1/25/2024 24-0075 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Office of Housing Stability appear before the Housing and Community Development Committee to discuss the current status of residents facing displacement and the number of households seeking rental assistance. 1/25/2024 24-0090 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Economic Development take the steps described within, relative to the Armory building. 1/25/2024 24-0453 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of the Office of Housing Stability explain to this Council how requirements, paperwork, or means testing will change for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funded programs that transition to funding from the city. 3/28/2024 24-1008 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Economic Development discuss with this Council ways to provide small businesses with financial and technical support when impacted by construction and other emergencies. 6/27/2024 24-1181 Resolution Sent for Discussion That the Administration update this City Council on a permanent location and regular hours for the Teen Center. 8/22/2024 24-1411 Order Sent for Discussion That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development review the Gilman Square Urban Study and update this Council before the end of FY 2025 about the feasibility of pursuing that model. 9/26/2024 24-1412 Order Sent for Discussion That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development begin the process of engaging with the Gilman Square Neighborhood Council on their long-term plans to develop Gilman Square and update this Council before the end of FY 2025 on how the Administration plans to produce community-driven development. 9/26/2024 24-1446 Officer's Communication Sent for Discussion Fair Housing Commission conveying the FY 2023 Annual Report pursuant to Section 17-7 of the Code of Ordinances. 11/14/2024 24-1488 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Economic Development appear before this Council’s Committee on Housing and Community Development to discuss the immediate plans and short-term response efforts to best support and sustain small businesses, post-COVID. 10/10/2024 24-1489 Order Sent for Discussion That the Chief of Police and the Director of Human Resources appear before this Council’s Committee on Housing and Community Development to discuss the current crossing guard staffing numbers and the recruitment plan for the 2024/2025 school year. 10/10/2024

Land Use Committee File ID File Type File Status File Title Agenda Date 24-0328 Public Communication Sent for Discussion Ten individuals, including five residents, submitting comments re: item 24-0059, a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 321 Washington Street from Fabrication (FAB) to Commercial Industry (CI). 3/14/2024 24-0854 Officer's Communication Sent for Discussion Planning Board conveying recommendations for item #24-0416. 6/13/2024 24-0899 Public Communication Sent for Discussion 13 individuals, including 9 residents, submitting comments re: items #24-0680 and #24-0679, a Zoning Map and Zoning Text amendment to create the Somernova Innovation Sub-Area. 6/13/2024 24-0919 Public Communication Sent for Discussion Susan Lee submitting comments re: items #24-0680 and #24-0679, a Zoning Map and Zoning Text amendment to create the Somernova Innovation Sub-Area. 6/13/2024 24-1091 Public Communication Sent for Discussion 4 individuals submitting comments re: item #24-0551, an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to add Section 8.5 Interim Planning Overlay District (IPOD) and the Brickbottom sub-area. 8/22/2024 24-1221 Public Communication Sent for Discussion 3 residents submitting comments re: item 24-0679, a Zoning Text amendment to create the Somernova Innovation Sub-Area. 8/22/2024 24-1256 Public Communication Sent for Discussion 95 individuals, including 61 residents, along with Cambria Hotel, Aeronaut Brewery, and Union Square Main Streets submitting comments re: items #24-0680 and #24-0679, a Zoning Map and Zoning Text amendment to create the Somernova Innovation Sub-Area. 9/12/2024 24-1280 Officer's Communication Sent for Discussion Planning Board conveying recommendations for items #24-0679 and #24-0680. 9/12/2024 24-1577 Public Communication Sent for Discussion Greentown Labs submitting comments re: items #24-0680 and #24-0679, a Zoning Map and Zoning Text amendment to create the Somernova Innovation Sub-Area. 11/14/2024 Legislative Matters Committee File ID File Type File Status File Title Agenda Date 24-0286 Public Communication Sent for Discussion Derek DuPont submitting comments re: ShotSpotter sensors. 3/14/2024 24-0368 Resolution Sent for Discussion That the Administration update this Council about the length of the ShotSpotter contract and discontinue its use by all relevant departments. 3/14/2024 24-0458 Public Communication Sent for Discussion RESPOND submitting comments re: item 23-0075, an Ordinance establishing Paid Leave for Survivors. 3/28/2024 24-0545 Resolution Sent for Discussion In Support of Surveillance Procurement Transparency. 4/11/2024 24-1485 Public Communication Sent for Discussion Eileen Carranza submitting comments re: leaf blowers. 10/10/2024 24-1603 Resolution Sent for Discussion That the Administration work to establish a Language Access Ordinance to codify constituents’ right to timely, meaningful, and culturally competent language access services. 11/14/2024 24-1624 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Human Resources address the actions the Administration has taken to adopt the recommendations of RESPOND, per item #24-0458, to support survivors of domestic and sexual violence. 11/14/2024 24-1625 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Human Resources update this Council on efforts to establish an expanded municipal Paid Family and Medical Leave policy, based on the Commonwealth's program. 11/14/2024 24-1682 Resolution Sent for Discussion Reaffirming Somerville’s commitment as a Welcoming Community for justice, equity, and inclusion. 11/26/2024 24-1686 Order Sent for Discussion That the City Solicitor confirm whether an LGBTQ Legal Services Stabilization Fund can be created to pay fees associated with gendered document changes and potential court sealing of records associated with such documents. 11/26/2024

24-1740 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Housing assist this Council in drafting changes to the Condominium Conversion Ordinance to enable the Condominium Review Board to fulfill its intended function and prevent circumvention of tenant's rights. 12/12/2024 Licenses and Permits Committee File ID File Type File Status File Title Agenda Date 24-0107 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Economic Development update this Council on efforts taken to inform relevant business owners about the newly implemented closed captioning ordinance. 1/25/2024 24-1777 Resolution Sent for Discussion That representatives from Eversource, Comcast, RCN, Verizon and any other service providers appear before this Council to discuss transfers, pole removals and any other overhead service. Open Space, Environment and Energy Committee File ID File Type File Status File Title Agenda Date 24-0106 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment work with this Council and Green and Open Somerville to develop a job description for an Invasive Species position to spearhead outreach, education, and citywide invasive plant species removal and to allocate funding for such a position in the FY 2025 budget. 1/25/2024 24-1552 Officer's Communication Sent for Discussion Director of Sustainability and Environment conveying an overview of the Commonwealth’s Clean Energy Goals, Electric Sector Modernization Plan, demand growth in Somerville, and capital projects underway or planned. 11/14/2024 Public Health and Public Safety Committee File ID File Type File Status File Title Agenda Date 24-0062 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Health and Human Services provide monthly updates to this Council’s Committee on Public Health and Public Safety regarding ongoing efforts to address homelessness. 1/11/2024 24-1034 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Economic Development discuss outdoor seating policies and fees, especially pertaining to small businesses. 7/11/2024 24-1413 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Inspectional Services submit a written report of outstanding 311 requests submitted for the Edgerly School building and provide an update to this Council with a plan to ensure that staff and students have safe and appropriate facilities. 9/26/2024 24-1514 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Libraries and other relevant departments discuss strategies and lay out safety protocols in advance to ensure a safe environment for everyone during events that may draw protests. 10/24/2024 Rodent Issues Special Committee File ID File Type File Status File Title Agenda Date 24-1276 Order Sent for Discussion That the Directors of Constituent Services, Inspectional Services and Health and Human Services jointly prepare a written report for the next meeting of this Council’s Special Committee on Rodent Issues, on the number of rodent complaints received from January 1, 2024 to date, including the information detailed within. 9/12/2024 24-1516 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Sustainability and Environment invest in rodent proof composting barrels in the upcoming composting pilot program. 10/24/2024

School Building Facilities and Maintenance Special Committee File ID File Type File Status File Title Agenda Date 24-0466 Resolution Sent for Discussion That the Administration provide the Special Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance with regular updates about the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) process for the Winter Hill and Brown Schools. 3/28/2024 24-1594 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management provide a timeline and update for installation of a new classroom on the third-floor atrium at the Argenziano School. 11/14/2024 24-1595 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management provide a timeline and update on the creation of a production kitchen at the Argenziano School. 11/14/2024 Traffic and Parking Committee File ID File Type File Status File Title Agenda Date 24-1685 Resolution Sent for Discussion That the Administration update this Council on the feasibility of pedestrianizing Elm Street for select hours, including identified obstacles and a potential timeline for implementation. 11/26/2024 24-1731 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Mobility develop safety measures for the slip lane at the intersection of Elm Street, Somerville Avenue, and Craigie Street, also known as Wilson Park. 12/12/2024 24-1732 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Parking develop a comprehensive plan to streamline the process for parking permits for in- home elder care and health providers, including Meals on Wheels. 12/12/2024 24-1735 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Mobility and the Director of Engineering create an on-demand, dedicated pedestrian phase for the traffic signals at the intersection of Broadway and School Street, with NO TURN ON RED signage for both eastbound Broadway traffic and northbound School Street traffic. 12/12/2024 24-1736 Order Sent for Discussion That the Director of Mobility and the Director of Engineering appear before this Council to discuss the preparation of a change order to revert to the design of the bike lane entrance at Washington Street and Webster Avenue to the original 100% plans. 12/12/2024