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January 2024

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Requesting approval of a Home Rule Petition to authorize the continued employment of Acting Somerville Police Chief Charles J. Femino. 24-0133 Mayor's Request Jan 31, 2024 Approved Memorialization Committee conveying the naming of a new park as part of the 74 Middlesex Ave development in honor of former State Senator Salvatore "Sal" R Albano. 24-0132 Officer's Communication Jan 31, 2024 Placed on File Conveying that the Chair of the Committee on Finance will provide an update on the City Council’s shared budget priorities process for FY 2025 at the next City Council meeting on February 8. 24-0131 Communication Jan 25, 2024 Placed on File Requesting the appropriation of $650,000 from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) Fund for the Capital Projects Division to restore the City Hall clock tower and roof. 24-0130 Mayor's Request Jan 25, 2024 Approved Requesting the transfer of $280,010 from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) Fund Undesignated Fund Balance to the Historic Preservation Reserve. 24-0129 Mayor's Request Jan 25, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $638 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Public Safety Supplies Account for Verizon Fleet subscription services. 24-0128 Mayor's Request Jan 25, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $278.40 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Buildings Plumbing Supply Account for building related plumbing materi… 24-0127 Mayor's Request Jan 25, 2024 Approved Director of Health and Human Services conveying the Board of Health Annual Report for 2022. 24-0126 Officer's Communication Jan 25, 2024 Placed on File Eleven individuals, including five residents, submitting comments re: item 24-0089 a resolution in support of an enduring ceasefire in Gaza. 24-0125 Public Communication Jan 25, 2024 Placed on File New Garage License, John's Auto Sales Inc, 181 Somerville Ave, for 2 vehicles inside and 22 vehicles outside for mechanical repairs only, Mon-Fri: 8am-6pm, Sat: 8am-2pm, Sun: Closed. 24-0124 License Jan 25, 2024 Approved New Drainlayer's License, D'Alessandro Corp. 24-0123 License Jan 25, 2024 Approved Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Mallory Carroll to the Commission for Women. 24-0122 Mayor's Request Jan 24, 2024 Approved Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Elyse Best to the Human Rights Commission. 24-0121 Mayor's Request Jan 24, 2024 Approved Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Martin Polignone to the Human Rights Commission. 24-0120 Mayor's Request Jan 24, 2024 Approved Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jason Mackey to the Human Rights Commission. 24-0119 Mayor's Request Jan 24, 2024 Approved That the Commissioner of Public Works and the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management report on leaks at the Arts at the Armory Building and any exterior envelope damages in the past… 24-0118 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved That the Commissioner of Public Works and the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management report on leaks at the Benjamin Brown School and any exterior envelope damages in the past six m… 24-0117 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved That the City Solicitor appear before the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters to discuss the scope and role of the Committee in confirming various appointments. 24-0116 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, December 14, 2023. 24-0115 Minutes Jan 23, 2024 Approved Remembrances. 24-0114 Remembrances Jan 23, 2024 Approved Call of the Roll. 24-0113 Roll Call Jan 23, 2024 Placed on File Five residents submitting comments re: proposed Zoning Ordinance Climate & Equity Innovation Sub-Area Overlay District. 24-0112 Public Communication Jan 23, 2024 Placed on File Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Austin Brower to the Board of Elections Commissioners. 24-0084 Mayor's Request Jan 23, 2024 Approved Renewing Used Car Dealer License Class 2, Intercar, 39 Webster Ave. 24-0111 License Jan 23, 2024 Approved Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Raymy Inc, #59. 24-0110 License Jan 23, 2024 Approved New Lodging House License, Tufts University, 29 Sawyer Ave, 27 residents. 24-0109 License Jan 23, 2024 Approved Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 56 Professors Row. 24-0108 License Jan 23, 2024 Approved That the Director of Economic Development update this Council on efforts taken to inform relevant business owners about the newly implemented closed captioning ordinance. 24-0107 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved 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 spearh… 24-0106 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved That the Director of Engineering inspect the traffic signal at Foley Street and Middlesex Avenue to ensure the timing is functioning correctly. 24-0105 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved That the Commissioner of Public Works work with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (Mass DOT) to address the piles of trash under Interstate-93, by the Stop and Shop. 24-0104 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved That the Director of Water and Sewer clean the sewer at the intersection of Gilman and Cross Streets. 24-0103 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved That the Commissioner of Public Works address the uneven sidewalk in front of 11 Illinois Avenue. 24-0102 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved That the Commissioner of Public Works inspect the many uneven sidewalks on the north side of Broadway in East Somerville, commonly known as the State streets. 24-0101 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved That the Director of Parking address the low-hanging traffic sign on Washington Street, by Oliveria's Steakhouse and the BlueBike Station, that makes it difficult for pedestrians to pass. 24-0100 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved That the Tree Warden trim the tree at 11 Illinois Avenue. 24-0099 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved That the Tree Warden inspect and trim the tree at 11 Melvin Street. 24-0098 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved That the Director of Inspectional Services address trash and other violations by the Rent-A-Center on Broadway. 24-0097 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved That the Director of Inspectional Services inspect 112 Broadway, 176-182 Broadway, and 24-28 Broadway for violations and report the findings to the Ward 1 City Councilor. 24-0096 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved That the Director of Inspectional Services update the Ward 1 Councilor regarding any fines associated with 176-182 Broadway, formerly Patsy's Pastries, in the last ten years. 24-0095 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved That the Director of Inspectional Services update the Ward 1 Councilor regarding any fines associated with 112 Broadway, formerly the East End Grill, for any violations within the last ten y… 24-0094 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved That the Director of Inspectional Services update the Ward 1 Councilor regarding any fines associated with 24-28 Broadway, the former Taco Loco site, due to repeated cleanliness and business… 24-0093 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved In her capacity as Chair of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee, conveying new guidelines for discussion, for interviewing applicants in committee. 24-0092 Communication Jan 23, 2024 Placed on File That the Director of Parks and Recreation and the Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry report to this Council’s Committee on Open Space, Environment and Energy on the status of the pa… 24-0091 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved That the Director of Economic Development take the steps described within, relative to the Armory building. 24-0090 Order Jan 23, 2024 Approved In support of an enduring ceasefire in Gaza. 24-0089 Resolution Jan 22, 2024 Approved That the Director of Engineering install robust, permanent pedestrian crossing signage at the intersection of Vinal and Highland Avenues, given the importance of this crosswalk for High Scho… 24-0088 Order Jan 22, 2024 Approved That the Administration discuss with this Council’s Special Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance, whether the financial comparisons of various new school building scenario… 24-0087 Resolution Jan 22, 2024 Approved That the Administration explain the issues that are preventing Reavis Field from opening and how the process may be expedited. 24-0086 Resolution Jan 22, 2024 Approved That the Commissioner of Public Works discuss with this City Council how the sidewalk clearing pilot program is working this winter. 24-0085 Order Jan 22, 2024 Approved Peter Heald submitting comments re: facial recognition technology. 24-0082 Public Communication Jan 22, 2024 Placed on File Meriwether Buruss submitting comments re: ceasefire. 24-0083 Public Communication Jan 22, 2024 Placed on File Requesting approval of the discontinuance of Palmer Avenue. 24-0081 Mayor's Request Jan 19, 2024 Approved Dan Seaman submitting comments re: Little Free Library on Cedar Street. 24-0069 Public Communication Jan 19, 2024 Placed on File Requesting approval of an extension and amendment to the contract with Symmes Maini and McKee Associates for an additional three years to 2/28/2027, and a revised amount of $978,649, for Cen… 24-0080 Mayor's Request Jan 18, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to accept and expend a $30,000 grant with no new match required, from MA Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to the Economic Development Division for the… 24-0079 Mayor's Request Jan 18, 2024 Approved Approval of the Minutes of the Finance Committee Meeting of January 23, 2024. 24-0078 Committee Minutes Jan 17, 2024 Approved Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on January 23, 2024. 24-0077 Committee Report Jan 17, 2024 Approved That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development discuss the maintenance plan for the Armory building. 24-0076 Order Jan 17, 2024 Approved 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 o… 24-0075 Order Jan 17, 2024 Approved That the Administration provide an update on plans for Universal Basic Income/Guaranteed Basic Income implementation and roll out. 24-0074 Resolution Jan 17, 2024 Approved That the Administration, in conjunction with the Housing and Water and Sewer Departments, provide optional, affordable, water utility assessments in low-income housing units and in benevolen… 24-0073 Resolution Jan 17, 2024 Approved That the Director of Health and Human Services provide an update on the communication efforts and rollout of the Warming Center, including the plan to inform Armory tenants, and the plan for… 24-0072 Order Jan 17, 2024 Approved 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 homeownersh… 24-0071 Order Jan 17, 2024 Approved That the Director of Parks and Recreation discuss how inclusive playground accessibility is being considered in future playground plans and redesign projects. 24-0070 Order Jan 17, 2024 Approved Julie Corwin submitting comments re: Green Line Extension. 24-0068 Public Communication Jan 16, 2024 Placed on File Requesting approval of a time-only extension until 1/1/2026 for the contract with Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & Planners for design services on the Building Master Plan. 24-0067 Mayor's Request Jan 11, 2024 Approved That the Administration reconstitute neighborhood cleanups, particularly on Earth Day. 24-0066 Resolution Jan 11, 2024 Approved That the Director of Public Works address the overflow of trash at Symphony Park. 24-0065 Order Jan 11, 2024 Approved That the Director of Public Works address the trash and littering along East Broadway. 24-0064 Order Jan 11, 2024 Approved That the Director of Mobility update the Ward 1 City Councilor on the status of the Kensington Connector. 24-0063 Order Jan 11, 2024 Approved 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. 24-0062 Order Jan 11, 2024 Approved That the Administration update this City Council on the status of Charter reform. 24-0061 Resolution Jan 11, 2024 Approved New Extended Operating Hours License, Everfitness, 14 McGrath Highway, opening Monday-Friday 24/5 for in-store service only. 24-0060 License Jan 10, 2024 Withdrawn Gregg Donovan requesting a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 321 Washington Street from Fabrication (FAB) to Commercial Industry (CI). 24-0059 Public Communication Jan 10, 2024 Not Approved Requesting that City Councilors submit budget funding priorities by March 28, 2024. 24-0058 Mayor's Request Jan 10, 2024 Placed on File Requesting approval of a time-only extension of three years for the contract with Vida Real for restoration of the bell tower at 404 Broadway. 24-0057 Mayor's Request Jan 9, 2024 Approved Requesting the appropriation of $25,000 from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) Fund Historic Preservation Reserve to Vida Real for a condition assessment of the building at 404 Broadway. 24-0056 Mayor's Request Jan 9, 2024 Approved Requesting the appropriation of $426,925 from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) Fund to the Mystic River Watershed Association for improvements to the Blessing of the Bay Linear Park. 24-0055 Mayor's Request Jan 9, 2024 Approved Requesting the appropriation of $35,000 from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) Fund Open Space Reserve to the Public Space & Urban Forestry Division for design of the Kennedy Schoolyard. 24-0054 Mayor's Request Jan 9, 2024 Approved Requesting the appropriation of $1,405,962 from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) Fund Community Housing Reserve to the Affordable Housing Trust. 24-0053 Mayor's Request Jan 9, 2024 Approved Requesting the transfer of $75,605 from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) Fund Undesignated Fund Balance to the Community Housing Reserve. 24-0052 Mayor's Request Jan 9, 2024 Approved Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, November 21, 2023. 24-0051 Minutes Jan 9, 2024 Approved Remembrances. 24-0050 Remembrances Jan 9, 2024 Approved Call of the Roll. 24-0049 Roll Call Jan 9, 2024 Placed on File That the Director of Housing and the Director of the Office of Housing Stability provide a ten-year progress report on the implementation of the city’s efforts to prevent and mitigate displa… 24-0048 Order Jan 8, 2024 Approved That the Director of Housing and the Director of the Office of Housing Stability report on the feasibility of fair housing enforcement. 24-0047 Order Jan 8, 2024 Approved 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. 24-0046 Order Jan 8, 2024 Approved Requesting the appropriation of $260,836.34 from the GLX Developer Contribution Fund Account for procuring an owners project representative for the 100 Chestnut Pedestrian Bridge. 24-0045 Mayor's Request Jan 8, 2024 Approved That the Administration honor the Commonwealth's Fourth Annual Crossing Guard Appreciation between March 1-20, 2024 by planning appreciation events and opportunities to thank our crossing gu… 24-0044 Resolution Jan 8, 2024 Approved That the Director of Economic Development update this Council on the "Mitigating Commercial Displacement in Somerville" report, released in December 2023, and any action steps taken as a res… 24-0043 Order Jan 8, 2024 Approved That the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment provide this Council with any updated plans and timelines for a municipal composting program. 24-0042 Order Jan 8, 2024 Approved That the Director of Parking ensure that the parking meters in front of the Tufts Administration Building (TAB) are reserved for TAB building visitors with disability placards, Mondays throu… 24-0041 Order Jan 8, 2024 Approved That the Administration and the Director of Water and Sewer update this Council, in writing, on the plan to support residents who cannot afford the recent water bill increases. 24-0040 Resolution Jan 8, 2024 Approved That the Commissioner of Public Works re-install the bench, previously donated and installed in honor of longstanding Brown School principal Marilyn Haggerty, on the Brown School grounds. 24-0039 Order Jan 8, 2024 Approved Requesting approval of a time-only extension until 12/31/2024 for the contract with Warner Larson Landscape Architects, to complete additional design services and punch list work at the Heal… 24-0038 Mayor's Request Jan 8, 2024 Approved Requesting ordainment of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinances to amend Article 9: Use Provisions, and the Permitted Uses tables of all zoning districts, to establish a Recreational Camp for… 24-0037 Mayor's Request Jan 5, 2024 Ordained Requesting approval to accept and expend a $53,200 grant with no new match required, from the Mass Cultural Council to the Arts Council for the Local Cultural Council grant program. 24-0036 Mayor's Request Jan 5, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to accept and expend a $91,211.79 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security to the Fire Department for staff… 24-0035 Mayor's Request Jan 5, 2024 Approved Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Pat's Enterprises, Inc, 308 McGrath Hwy. 24-0034 License Jan 4, 2024 Approved Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Pat's Enterprises, Inc, 182 Washington St. 24-0033 License Jan 4, 2024 Approved Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Teele Square Auto, 1284 Broadway. 24-0032 License Jan 4, 2024 Approved Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Joy St Motors, 24 Joy St. 24-0031 License Jan 4, 2024 Approved Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, John's Auto Sales, 181 Somerville Ave. 24-0030 License Jan 4, 2024 Approved Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Gene Automotive, 56 Joy St. 24-0029 License Jan 4, 2024 Approved Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Auto Plus LLC, 229 Lowell St. 24-0028 License Jan 4, 2024 Approved New Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Broadway Gulf Inc, 212 Broadway, 3 vehicles inside, 10 vehicles outside, Mon-Fri: 8am-6pm, Sat: 8am-2pm, Sun: closed. 24-0027 License Jan 4, 2024 Approved Renewing Lodging House License, Walnut Hill Properties, 25 Whitfield Rd. 24-0026 License Jan 4, 2024 Approved Renewing Lodging House License, Walnut Hill Properties, 100 Packard Ave. 24-0025 License Jan 4, 2024 Approved New Garage License, Broadway Gulf Inc, 212 Broadway, 3 vehicles inside, 7 vehicles outside, for mechanical repairs and storing vehicles, Mon-Fri: 6am-10pm, Sat: 7am-3pm, Sun: closed. 24-0024 License Jan 4, 2024 Approved New Extended Operating Hours License, Lucky Strike, 325 Revolution Drive, opening Monday-Sunday until 2am for in-store service only. 24-0023 License Jan 4, 2024 Withdrawn New Extended Operating Hours License, Dunkin, 504 Broadway, opening 24/7 for in store and take-out services. 24-0022 License Jan 4, 2024 Approved Renewing Dog Kennel License, Riverdog Daycare, 321 Somerville Avenue. 24-0021 License Jan 4, 2024 Approved New Billiards and Bowling License, Lucky Strike, 325 Revolution Drive, for 5 billiard tables and 8 bowling lanes. 24-0020 License Jan 4, 2024 Withdrawn New Automatic Amusement Device License, Lucky Strike, 325 Revolution Drive, for 138 devices. 24-0019 License Jan 4, 2024 Approved Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a new manhole and 253 feet of conduit in Columbia Street, to a point of pickup at 495 Columbia Street. 24-0018 Grant of Location Jan 4, 2024 Approved Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Anandavalli Thiagarajan to the Public Library Board of Trustees. 24-0016 Mayor's Request Jan 3, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to accept and expend a $3,600 grant with no new match required, from Massachusetts Councils on Aging to the Council on Aging for the Somerville Memory Cafe. 24-0015 Mayor's Request Jan 3, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to accept and expend a $76,867 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Office of Elder Affairs to the Council on Aging for social, educational and physic… 24-0014 Mayor's Request Jan 3, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to accept and expend a $3,000 grant with no new match required, from Somerville Cambridge Elder Services to the Council on Aging for senior transportation. 24-0013 Mayor's Request Jan 3, 2024 Approved Requesting approval of a time-only extension to the contract with WSP, Inc. for design work on the Somerville Avenue Utilities and Streetscape Improvements project. 24-0012 Mayor's Request Jan 2, 2024 Approved Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Mark Matthews to the position of Fire District Chief. 24-0017 Mayor's Request Jan 2, 2024 Approved In his capacity as President, conveying this Council's Standing and Special Committee assignments and Commission appointments for 2024. 24-0009 Communication Jan 2, 2024 Placed on File
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