Matters ▸ Attachment
11-20-2012 — File 194155
City of Somerville, Massachusetts
Matters of Business of the Board of Aldermen
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
November 20, 2012, 7:00 PM
Aldermanic Chambers
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NOTICE: This is NOT the official version of the Board of Aldermen's minutes. While reasonable
efforts have been made to assure the accuracy of the data provided, do not rely on this information
without first checking with the City Clerk.
OPENING OF THE MEETING
Attendee Name
Title
Status
Arrived
John M Connolly
Alderman At Large
Present
Bruce M. Desmond
Alderman At Large
Present
Dennis M. Sullivan
Alderman At Large
Present
William A. White Jr.
Alderman At Large
Present
William M. Roche
Ward One Alderman
Present
Maryann M. Heuston
Ward Two Alderman
Present
Thomas F. Taylor
Ward Three Alderman
Present
Tony Lafuente
Ward Four Alderman
Present
Sean T. O’Donovan
Ward Five Alderman
Present
Rebekah Gewirtz
Ward Six Alderman
Present
Robert C. Trane
Ward Seven Alderman
Present
1.
#193957
Roll Call
Call of the Roll.
RESULT:
PLACED ON FILE
2.
#193958
Minutes
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, October 25, 2012.
RESULT:
APPROVED
CITATIONS
3.
#193959
Citation
By Ald. The Entire Board, and the Mayor
Commending Eugene Brune, who is retiring after a lifetime of dedicated
public service.
RESULT:
APPROVED
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4.
#193960
Citation
By Ald. Roche, Heuston, Taylor, Lafuente, and the Entire Board and the
Mayor
Commending Police Captain David Fallon, who graduated this year from the
prestigious Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy.
RESULT:
APPROVED
5.
#193961
Citation
By Ald. Heuston, and the Entire Board and the Mayor
Commending Brickbottom Artists Association, which celebrated its 25th
year of opening its doors to the community for Open Studios this past
weekend.
RESULT:
APPROVED
6.
#193962
Citation
By Ald. The Entire Board, and the Mayor
Commending Detective Mario Oliveira, who was presented with the
Alexander McQuestion Award as Police Officer of the Year by American
Legion Post 19.
RESULT:
APPROVED
7.
#193963
Citation
By Ald. The Entire Board, and the Mayor
Commending Firefighter Antonio Ciccolini, who was presented with the
Thomas Chetham Award as Firefighter of the Year by American Legion
Post 19.
RESULT:
APPROVED
PUBLIC HEARINGS
8.
#193964
Officer's Request
Chief Assessor's Classification Hearing Report regarding the adoption of
Tax Levy Percentages for FY 2013, including a minimum residential factor,
a residential exemption, and an additional statutory exemption of up to
100%.
RESULT:
APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS]
AYES:
Connolly, Desmond, Sullivan, White Jr., Roche, Heuston,
Taylor, Lafuente, O’Donovan, Gewirtz, Trane
Three motions were approved by Roll Call as above:
1.That this Board adopts a minimum residential factor of 86.6100, the
legal minimum for the City of Somerville for FY2013.
2.That this Board accepts the provisions of Chapter 59, Section 5c
approving a residential exemption of 30% of average assessed value for
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owner occupied properties for FY2013.
3.That this Board accepts the provisions of Section 4 of Chapter 73 of the
Acts of 1986 and votes an additional statutory exemption of up to 100%
for FY2013.
ORDERS, ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND MOTIONS OF MEMBERS
9.
#193965
Order
By Ald. Desmond, O’Donovan, Connolly
That the Commissioner of Public Works remove the graffiti from the Lowell
Street bridge.
RESULT:
APPROVED
FOLLOWUP:
Public Utilities and Public Works Committee
10.
#193966
Order
By Ald. Desmond, O’Donovan, Connolly
That the City Clerk request that the State Delegation contact the MBTA to
remove all graffiti from the retaining wall between the railroad tracks and
the Lowell Street bridge.
RESULT:
APPROVED
FOLLOWUP:
Public Utilities and Public Works Committee
11.
#193967
Order
By Ald. Desmond, O’Donovan, Connolly
That the Chief of Police inspect the graffiti on the Lowell Street bridge and
its retaining wall adjacent to the railroad tracks, to ascertain whether or not it
is gang related.
RESULT:
APPROVED
FOLLOWUP:
Public Health and Public Safety Committee
12.
#193968
Order
By Ald. Desmond, O’Donovan, Connolly
That the City Solicitor and the Director of Health update this Board on any
requirements, conditions or issues pertaining to any person seeking to open a
marijuana distribution site.
RESULT:
APPROVED
FOLLOWUP:
Legislative Matters Committee
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13.
#193969
Order
By Ald. Lafuente, White Jr., Sullivan
That the Commissioner of Public Works adjust the manhole cover at 55
Marshall Street, to eliminate noise when cars travel over it.
RESULT:
APPROVED
14.
#193970
Order
By Ald. Lafuente, White Jr., Sullivan
That the Commissioner of Public Works trim the tree at 7 Walnut Road.
RESULT:
APPROVED
15.
#193971
Order
By Ald. Lafuente, White Jr., Sullivan
That the Commissioner of Public Works trim the tree at 183 Central Street,
especially the top section which is dead and poses a safety issue.
RESULT:
APPROVED
16.
#193972
Order
By Ald. Lafuente, White Jr., Sullivan
That the Director of Traffic and Parking evaluate the corner of Thurston
Street and Evergreen Avenue for a STOP sign.
RESULT:
APPROVED
17.
#193973
Order
By Ald. Lafuente, White Jr., Sullivan
That the Director of Traffic and Parking direct the owner of the property
behind 278 Broadway to install a STOP sign at the corner of 278 Broadway,
before the sidewalk.
RESULT:
APPROVED
18.
#193974
Order
By Ald. Lafuente, White Jr., Sullivan
That the Director of SPCD (ISD) inspect the 350 Food Mart for overgrowth
at the sides of the building and direct the owner to remove it.
RESULT:
APPROVED
19.
#193975
Order
By Ald. Lafuente, White Jr., Sullivan
That the Director of SPCD (ISD) direct the owner of 269 Broadway to clean
and wash the side of the building and to install security measures in the
alcove to prevent access during off hours.
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RESULT:
APPROVED
20.
#193976
Order
By Ald. Connolly, Desmond, Sullivan, White Jr., Heuston
That the Commissioner of Public Works repair non-working street lamps
citywide.
RESULT:
APPROVED
FOLLOWUP:
Public Utilities and Public Works Committee
21.
#193977
Resolution
By Ald. Connolly, Heuston, Taylor, White Jr., Sullivan, Desmond
That the Director of SPCD consider alternatives to deal with the concerns of
pedestrians, businesses, residents and cyclists regarding the Beacon Street
reconstruction project specific to the proposed “cycletrak” installation.
RESULT:
APPROVED
22.
#193978
Order
By Ald. Trane, Connolly, Desmond, White Jr., Sullivan
That the Director of Traffic and Parking investigate the cause of the recent
critical injury at the intersection of Packard Avenue and Powderhouse
Boulevard and report back to this Board on any necessary action.
RESULT:
APPROVED
FOLLOWUP:
Traffic and Parking Committee
23.
#193979
Order
By Ald. Trane, Connolly, Desmond, White Jr., Sullivan
That the Director of SPCD (ISD) inspect 24-26 Ossipee Road for building,
health and zoning code violations and take all necessary actions.
RESULT:
APPROVED
FOLLOWUP:
Public Health and Public Safety Committee
24.
#193980
Communication
By Ald. Taylor
In his capacity as a member of the School Committee, conveying a report of
the School Committee's activities.
RESULT:
PLACED ON FILE
Ald. Taylor reported on 3 items:
1.The High School Boy's Soccer Team advanced to the State Semifinal
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tournament this year.
2.The High School is proceeding with revamping its curriculum.
3.The School Committee is considering requesting a supplemental
appropriation for salary adjustments for non-union personnel in the School
Dept.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
25.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
A.
#193981
Committee Report
Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on November 19, 2012.
RESULT:
APPROVED
B.
#193786
Mayor's Request
Requesting approval of a $10,000 grant from the MA Cultural Council to
support the Arts Council's Books of Hope literacy program.
RESULT:
APPROVED
C.
#193788
Mayor's Request
Requesting the acceptance of a gift in the form of light pole banners from
Flagraphics, Inc.
RESULT:
APPROVED
D.
#193846
Mayor's Request
Requesting the acceptance of an overtime reimbursement up to $6,600 from
Federal Realty to cover Police expenses associated with the Riverfest
Fireworks event on September 15, 2012.
RESULT:
APPROVED
E.
#193867
Mayor's Request
Requesting approval for the Law and/or Personnel Depts. to retain the
services of the law firm Deutsch Williams Brooks DeRensis Holland PC.
RESULT:
APPROVED
F.
#193889
Mayor's Request
Requesting authorization to borrow $530,949 in a bond, and appropriate the
same amount, for the reconstruction of public streets.
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RESULT:
APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS]
AYES:
Connolly, Desmond, Sullivan, White Jr., Heuston, Taylor,
O’Donovan, Gewirtz, Trane
ABSENT:
William M. Roche, Tony Lafuente
G.
#193890
Mayor's Request
Requesting an appropriation of $150,000 from the Capital Stabilization
Fund for the reconstruction of private ways.
RESULT:
APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS]
AYES:
Connolly, Desmond, Sullivan, White Jr., Roche, Heuston,
Taylor, O’Donovan, Gewirtz, Trane
ABSENT:
Tony Lafuente
H.
#193901
Mayor's Request
Requesting authorization for the Department of Public Works to pay FY12
invoices totaling $2,475.27.
RESULT:
APPROVED
I.
#193902
Mayor's Request
Requesting authorization for the Police Department to pay Fiscal Year 2012
invoices totaling $340.10.
RESULT:
APPROVED
J.
#193903
Mayor's Request
Requesting approval to declare as Surplus 8 vehicles in the Police
Department.
RESULT:
APPROVED
K.
#193904
Mayor's Request
Requesting acceptance of a grant of $186,976 from the MA Office of Public
Safety and Security for the Police Dept., for State 911 Department Support.
RESULT:
APPROVED
L.
#193919
Mayor's Request
Requesting an appropriation of $222,779 from the Capital Stabilization
Fund to fund the Second Phase of the Davis Square Streetscape and
Transportation Design Contract.
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RESULT:
APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS]
AYES:
Connolly, Desmond, Sullivan, White Jr., Roche, Heuston,
Taylor, O’Donovan, Gewirtz, Trane
ABSENT:
Tony Lafuente
M.
#193950
Mayor's Request
Requesting the acceptance of a grant of $24,765 from the Department of
Justice, for the Police to purchase tactical gear and enhance the use of force
simulator.
RESULT:
APPROVED
N.
#193951
Mayor's Request
Requesting the acceptance of a donation of $200 from the Somerville Dog
Owners Group (Som/Dog) to the Animal Control Dept.'s Revolving Fund.
RESULT:
APPROVED
O.
#193956
Mayor's Request
Requesting an appropriation of $17,963 from the Receipts Reserved for
Appropriation-Insurance Losses Account to the Fire Other Lump Sum
Settlements Account to reimburse firefighters for personal property losses.
RESULT:
APPROVED
26.
LEGISLATIVE MATTERS COMMITTEE
A.
#193982
Committee Report
Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on November 14,
2012.
RESULT:
APPROVED
B.
#192528
Order
By Ald. Trane, Heuston, Sullivan
That the City Solicitor immediately draft a City Ordinance for the licensing
of food trucks.
RESULT:
WORK COMPLETED
C.
#193341
Resolution
By Ald. Connolly
That this Board requests that the Administration submit a list of proposed
pre-approved locations for vendor operations to this Board for approval.
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RESULT:
PLACED ON FILE
D.
#193397
Officer's
Communication
Assistant City Solicitor responding to #192528 re: the Mobile Food Vendor
Ordinance.
RESULT:
PLACED ON FILE
E.
#193400
Public
Communication
Dalel Company dba Dunkin Donuts responding to #192966 re: recycling at
282 Somerville Ave., 14 McGrath Hwy., and 90 Washington St.
RESULT:
WORK COMPLETED
F.
#193556
Public
Communication
McDonald's responding to #192966 re: recycling at 243 Elm St. and 14
McGrath Hwy.
RESULT:
WORK COMPLETED
G.
#193631
Mayor's Request
Requesting the amendment of Ordinance Section 15 re: Ethics.
RESULT:
ORDINANCE ORDAINED. [UNANIMOUS]
AYES:
Connolly, Desmond, Sullivan, White Jr., Roche, Heuston,
Taylor, Lafuente, O’Donovan, Gewirtz, Trane
ORDAINED AS AMENDED: Approved as Amended in Committee and
presented November 20, 2012.
H.
#193831
Ordinance
By Ald. Gewirtz
That Ordinance 8-67 (Gold, silver and metal objects) be amended by
reducing the time for Junk Dealers to hold gold, silver or metal from 45 days
to 30 days before reselling it.
RESULT:
ORDINANCE ORDAINED. [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Rebekah Gewirtz, Ward Six Alderman
AYES:
Connolly, Desmond, Sullivan, White Jr., Roche, Heuston,
Taylor, Lafuente, O’Donovan, Gewirtz, Trane
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ORDAINED AS AMENDED: Also in Sec. 8-67, replace the word
"antiques" with the word "items".
I.
#193983
Order
By Ald. Connolly
That the Chief of Police report to the Committee on Legislative Matters the
number of junk dealers and pawn brokers operating in the city.
RESULT:
APPROVED
FOLLOWUP:
Legislative Matters Committee
27.
LICENSES AND PERMITS COMMITTEE
A.
#193984
Committee Report
Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on November
14, 2012.
RESULT:
APPROVED
B.
#193655
Order
By Ald. Taylor
That the Clerk of Committees notify the owner of Lien’s Auto Repair,
located at 65½ Bow Street, to appear at the next meeting of this Board’s
Committee on Licenses and Permits, to discuss possible overcrowding of
their parking lot in violation of their Used Car Dealer’s license.
RESULT:
WORK COMPLETED
C.
#193943
License/Permit
Renewing Garage License, American Auto Gallery, 682 Mystic Ave.
RESULT:
APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS
CONDITION: Approved for 30 days only.
D.
#193944
License/Permit
Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, American Auto Gallery, 682
Mystic Ave.
RESULT:
APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS
CONDITION: Approved for 30 days only.
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E.
#193946
License/Permit
New Fortune Teller License, Maryann Mitchell dba Astrology by Gia, 68
Holland St.
RESULT:
APPROVED
F.
#193947
License/Permit
Sign/Awning Permit, Pinkberry, 263 Elm St., Sign and blade sign.
RESULT:
APPROVED
G.
#193985
Order
By Ald. Heuston
That the Superintendent of Inspectional Services inspect Alewife
Automotive, at 395 Alewife Brook Parkway, and determine whether or not
vehicles are being stored at Dilboy Stadium, and report his findings to the
Committee on Licenses and Permits.
RESULT:
APPROVED
FOLLOWUP:
Licenses and Permits Committee
28.
PUBLIC HEALTH AND PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
A.
#193986
Committee Report
Report of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on
November 19, 2012.
RESULT:
APPROVED
B.
#192100
Resolution
By Ald. White Jr., Heuston
That this Board requests that the Administration update this Board on
actions proposed and taken regarding the negative impact of activities,
lighting, and noise on the quality of life in the neighborhoods abutting
Conway Park and the Skating Rink.
RESULT:
WORK COMPLETED
C.
#192180
Resolution
By Ald. White Jr.
That the Administration inform the Committee on Public Health and Safety
when the parking plan for the skating rink is ready.
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RESULT:
WORK COMPLETED
D.
#192181
Order
By Ald. White Jr.
That the Commissioner of Public Works submit a lighting plan for the
skating rink to the Committee on Public Health and Safety.
RESULT:
WORK COMPLETED
E.
#192433
Order
By Ald. Gewirtz
That the Director of SPCD (ISD) inform this Board of the steps planned to
ensure construction at Assembly Square is in keeping with the building
codes, in light of the recent fire in Quincy at a development constructed by
Avalon Bay.
RESULT:
WORK COMPLETED
F.
#192589
Order
By Ald. White Jr.
That the City Solicitor and Commissioner of Public Works appear before
this Board's Committee on Public Health and Safety to discuss the city's
application for a variance before the Architectural Access Board regarding
50 pedestrian facilities #V11-201.
RESULT:
WORK COMPLETED
G.
#193650
Order
By Ald. Gewirtz, White Jr.
That the Commissioner of Public Works create curb cuts on the western side
of the intersection of Willow Avenue and Beech Street, heading up Willow
Avenue, and that the Director of Traffic and Parking evaluate the sight lines
on Beech Street, at the crosswalk at Elm Street, and that this matter be
referred for a full vetting by the Committee on Public Health and Safety.
RESULT:
WORK COMPLETED
H.
#193765
Resolution
By Ald. Heuston
That this Board requests that the Administration provide information
regarding the noise-reduction installation schedule at the new Conway Park
skating rink, and review the parking restrictions behind the building.
RESULT:
WORK COMPLETED
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I.
#193886
Order
By Ald. White Jr.
That the Commissioner of Public Works appear before the Committee on
Public Health and Safety to speak on baiting requirements for street
openings.
RESULT:
WORK COMPLETED
J.
#193987
Order
By Ald. White Jr.
That the Director of Traffic and Parking investigate the legality of the
crosswalks at Willow Avenue, Elm Street and Beech Street.
RESULT:
APPROVED
FOLLOWUP:
Traffic and Parking Committee
K.
#193988
Order
By Ald. Roche
That the City Solicitor determine whether provisions are included in the
city's street openings ordinance for baiting for rodent control, and if not,
draft an amendment to the ordinance to include such a provision.
RESULT:
APPROVED
29.
SENIOR SERVICES COMMITTEE
A.
#193989
Committee Report
Report of the Committee on Senior Services, meeting on November 13,
2012.
RESULT:
APPROVED
COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR
30.
#193990
Mayor's Request
Requesting the appropriation of $1,627,487 in Parking Meter Receipts to
reduce the FY2013 Tax Levy.
RESULT:
APPROVED
31.
#193991
Mayor's Request
Requesting an appropriation of $660,000 from the Overlay Surplus to reduce
the FY2013 Tax Levy.
RESULT:
APPROVED
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32.
#193992
Mayor's Request
Requesting a supplemental appropriation of $967,097 to the Salary
Contingency -Salaries Account as part of the FY2013 General Fund
Operating Budget.
RESULT:
APPROVED
33.
#193993
Mayor's Request
Requesting a Supplemental Appropriation of $538,325 to the FY2013
General Fund Debt Service Budget to pay District Improvement Financing
District debt service costs.
RESULT:
APPROVED
COMMUNICATIONS OF CITY OFFICERS
NEW BUSINESS
34.
#193994
License/Permit
Renewing Garage License, Webster Auto Body, 64 Webster Ave.
RESULT:
APPROVED
35.
#193995
License/Permit
Renewing Garage License, Service Auto Body, 69 Webster Ave.
RESULT:
APPROVED
36.
#193996
License/Permit
Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 3, Ed's Used Auto Parts, 516
Columbia St.
RESULT:
APPROVED
37.
#193997
License/Permit
Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, United Motors, 188
Broadway.
RESULT:
APPROVED
38.
#193998
License/Permit
Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, A&E Auto Repair, 13 Joy St.
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RESULT:
APPROVED
39.
#193999
License/Permit
Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Master Used Cars, 121
Prospect St.
RESULT:
APPROVED
40.
#194000
License/Permit
Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Executive Auto Leasing and
Sales, 30 Medford St.
RESULT:
APPROVED
41.
#194001
License/Permit
Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Somerville Avenue Motors,
595 Somerville Ave.
RESULT:
APPROVED
42.
#194002
License/Permit
Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, American Auto Gallery, 682
Mystic Ave.
RESULT:
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
FOLLOWUP:
Licenses and Permits Committee
43.
#194003
License/Permit
New Used Car Dealers License Class 2, City Auto Sales, 463 McGrath
Hwy., No cars inside, 30 cars outside, Open Mon-Sat 8-8, Sun 10-6.
RESULT:
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
FOLLOWUP:
Licenses and Permits Committee
44.
#194004
License/Permit
New Livery License, Sharma Limousine Services, 17 Lake St., 1 auto.
RESULT:
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
FOLLOWUP:
Licenses and Permits Committee
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SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS
45.
#194005
Resolution
By Ald. Trane, and the Entire Board and the Mayor
That this Board hereby remembers Tom Cremens, former Somervillian and
High School Football Captain, whose sudden passing last year does not
diminish his lasting example of leadership, teamwork, and character.
RESULT:
APPROVED
46.
#194006
Order
By Ald. Heuston
That the Commissioner of Public Works trim and clear branches from the
trees at 447 Rossmore Street.
RESULT:
APPROVED
47.
#194007
Order
By Ald. Heuston
That the Director of Constituent Services provide the history and dates of
resolution of calls to 311 for trees and fallen branches on Rossmore Street.
RESULT:
APPROVED
FOLLOWUP:
Information Technology Committee
48.
#194008
Order
By Ald. Connolly, Gewirtz
That the Director of Traffic and Parking post a NO PARKING sign at the
intersection of Hall and College Avenues, so vehicles exiting Hall Avenue
will not have their vision blocked by parked vehicles.
RESULT:
APPROVED
49.
#194009
Mayor's Request
Requesting the acceptance of a $3,000 donation from The Somerville
Foundation for Animals, for the Animal Control Revolving Fund.
RESULT:
APPROVED
50.
#194010
Mayor's Request
Requesting the appointment of Sandra Oliveira to the Commission for
Women.
RESULT:
APPROVED
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51.
#194011
Mayor's Request
Requesting the appointment of Rachelle Snyder to the Commission for
Women.
RESULT:
APPROVED
52.
#194012
Mayor's Request
Requesting the appointment of Keri Rodriguez Lorenzo to the Commission
for Women.
RESULT:
APPROVED
53.
#194013
Mayor's Request
Requesting the appointment of Daisy Monsalvetata to the Commission for
Women.
RESULT:
APPROVED
54.
#194014
Mayor's Request
Requesting the appointment of Marlena Erdos to the Commission for
Women.
RESULT:
APPROVED
55.
#194015
Mayor's Request
Requesting the appointment of Melissa Alfone to the Commission for
Women.
RESULT:
APPROVED
56.
#194016
Mayor's Request
Requesting the appointment of Emily Biberger to the Commission for
Women.
RESULT:
APPROVED
57.
#194017
Mayor's Request
Requesting the appointment of Wilfred Nwanjo Mbah to the Muticultural
Affairs Commission.
RESULT:
APPROVED
58.
#194018
Mayor's Request
Requesting the appointment of Biswa Sapkota to the Human Rights
Commission.
November 20, 2012
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RESULT:
APPROVED
59.
#194019
Mayor's Request
Requesting the appointment of Dan McConvey to the Human Rights
Commission.
RESULT:
APPROVED
60.
#194020
Officer's
Communication
Director of Traffic and Parking responding to #193915 re: a crosswalk at
Somerville Avenue and Spring Street, and #193916 re: resident parking at
Spring Hill Terrace.
RESULT:
PLACED ON FILE
LATE ITEMS
61.
#194021
Resolution
By Ald. The Entire Board, and the Mayor
That this Board hereby designates Eugene Brune as Mayor Emeritus for the
City of Somerville.
RESULT:
APPROVED
62.
#194022
License/Permit
Public Event Permit, Term Productions Filming "Terminales," Davis Sq.:
Elm St., Day St. Lot, Grove St. Lot, Nov 27-29, 5AM-10PM.
RESULT:
APPROVED
63.
#194023
License/Permit
Public Event Permit, Bradley Manning Square Vigil, Davis Sq. Statue Park,
Dec 5,12,19,26, 4-5:10PM.
RESULT:
APPROVED
64.
#194024
License/Permit
Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Tech Auto Body, 9 Union Sq.
RESULT:
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
FOLLOWUP:
Licenses and Permits Committee
November 20, 2012
Somerville Board of Aldermen
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License/Permit
Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Mystic Auto Sales and
Service, 712 Mystic Ave.
RESULT:
REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION
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Licenses and Permits Committee
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment
Submitted by John J. Long, City Clerk