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September 2024

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City Solicitor responding to item #24-1275, an Order that the City Solicitor review and provide opinions regarding Ordinance 11-038 (Rodent Control) . 24-1433 Officer's Communication Sep 30, 2024 Placed on File Director of Health and Human Services conveying the Board of Health Annual Report for 2023. 24-1432 Officer's Communication Sep 30, 2024 Placed on File Requesting the transfer of $174,776 from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) Fund Undesignated Fund Balance to the Open Space Reserve. 24-1431 Mayor's Request Sep 27, 2024 Approved Requesting the appropriation of $542,675 from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) Open Space Reserve Fund for the development of the ArtFarm park improvement project. 24-1430 Mayor's Request Sep 26, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $24,802.06 using available funds in the Information Technology Cellular & Paging Services and Leased - Photocopier Equipment Accounts … 24-1429 Mayor's Request Sep 26, 2024 Approved Christopher Rosol submitting comments re: cyclist safety. 24-1428 Public Communication Sep 26, 2024 Placed on File Commending Jay Colbert on the auspicious occasion of his retirement after over 36 years of distinguished service to the Fire Department. 24-1427 Citation Sep 26, 2024 Approved That the Director of Parking enforce parking permit laws on Alston Street. 24-1426 Order Sep 25, 2024 Approved That the Director of Mobility prioritize Alston Street for a potential Neighborways project. 24-1425 Order Sep 25, 2024 Approved That the Director of Mobility place a sided bump on Alston Street. 24-1424 Order Sep 25, 2024 Approved That the Director of Inspectional Services address graffiti on Alston Street and ensure the property owners are maintaining their properties. 24-1423 Order Sep 25, 2024 Approved That the Tree Warden inspect the trees behind Chester Avenue and address falling limbs. 24-1422 Order Sep 25, 2024 Approved That the Director of Parking install a NO THROUGH STREET sign on Alston Street by the Cross Street intersection. 24-1421 Order Sep 25, 2024 Approved That the Commissioner of Public Works clean the open space parcels along McGrath Highway, behind Alston Street and Chester Avenue of trash and debris. 24-1420 Order Sep 25, 2024 Approved That the Director of Inspectional Services inspect open space parcels along McGrath Highway, behind Alston Street and Chester Avenue for rodent activity and bait accordingly. 24-1419 Order Sep 25, 2024 Approved That the Chief Assessor determine the ownership of open space parcels along McGrath Highway, behind Alston Street and Chester Avenue to determining who is responsible for maintenance. 24-1418 Order Sep 25, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $45.97 using available funds in the City Clerk Maintenance Contract Account for printer/copier service. 24-1417 Mayor's Request Sep 25, 2024 Approved That the Director of Mobility work with the Ward 5 Councilor on installing bike parking next to Neighborhood Produce after the Broadway at Boston Avenue intersection work is completed. 24-1416 Order Sep 25, 2024 Approved That the Director of Parks and Recreation provide this Council with the list of youth program offerings, their cap and their enrollment data in 2023 and 2024. 24-1415 Order Sep 25, 2024 Approved That the Chief of Police update this Council on how the Police Department will ensure members of the public remain separated during counter-protests. 24-1414 Order Sep 24, 2024 Approved 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 … 24-1413 Order Sep 24, 2024 Approved 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 t… 24-1412 Order Sep 24, 2024 Approved 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 fea… 24-1411 Order Sep 24, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to accept and expend a $33,940.50 grant from Metro North Regional Employment Board to the Health and Human Services Department for the Mayor's Summer Jobs Program. 24-1410 Mayor's Request Sep 24, 2024 Approved 3 individuals submitting comments re: ceasefire. 24-1409 Public Communication Sep 24, 2024 Placed on File Kristin Anderson and David White submitting comments re: Alewife Brook. 24-1408 Public Communication Sep 24, 2024 Placed on File Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 22, 2024. 24-1407 Minutes Sep 24, 2024 Approved Remembrances. 24-1406 Remembrances Sep 24, 2024 Approved Call of the Roll. 24-1405 Roll Call Sep 24, 2024 Placed on File Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Teele Square Auto, 1284 Broadway. 24-1404 License Sep 24, 2024 Approved Renewing Drainlayer's License, Bassco Excavating. 24-1403 License Sep 24, 2024 Approved New Drainlayer's License, Commonwealth Construction & Utilities. 24-1402 License Sep 24, 2024 Approved That the Chairman of the Board of Election Commissioners report to this Council, the number of in-person early voting ballots in each election since the inception of early voting, as well as… 24-1401 Order Sep 23, 2024 Approved That the Administration facilitate bike parking for large licensed public events in the city. 24-1400 Resolution Sep 23, 2024 Approved That the Director of Mobility update this Council on the current timeline for the Highland Avenue Redesign Project. 24-1399 Order Sep 23, 2024 Approved That the Commissioner of Public Works provide this Council with a list of the elevators in all city buildings, the operational status of each elevator, and the maintenance and inspection rec… 24-1398 Order Sep 23, 2024 Approved 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. 24-1397 Order Sep 23, 2024 Approved That the Director of Health and Human Services discuss with this Council the findings from the recent U.S. Surgeon General Advisory on the Mental Health and Well-Being of Parents and its rec… 24-1396 Order Sep 23, 2024 Approved Withdrawn. 24-1395 Withdrawn Sep 23, 2024 Withdrawn That the Director of Mobility install speed limit signage, and update the signage to NO MOTORIZED VEHICLES and include scooters and mopeds, along the Community Path and at all its various en… 24-1394 Order Sep 23, 2024 Approved Tadhg Pearson applying for a Public Event License for Munroe Play Street on October 4, 11, 18, 25, and 31 from 2:30pm to 8:30pm. 24-1393 Public Event Sep 23, 2024 Approved That the Chief of Police resume the practice of issuing tickets rather than warnings for serious moving violations that endanger public safety, including speeding and running red lights. 24-1392 Order Sep 23, 2024 Approved 300 individuals submitting comments re: ceasefire. 24-1391 Public Communication Sep 23, 2024 Placed on File Ellen Jacobs and Chris Devers submitting comments re: Library closures. 24-1390 Public Communication Sep 23, 2024 Placed on File Brian Kim and Nancy Iappini submitting comments re: Davis Square. 24-1389 Public Communication Sep 23, 2024 Placed on File Approval of the Minutes of the School Building Facilities and Maintenance Special Committee Meeting of September 25, 2024. 24-1388 Committee Minutes Sep 22, 2024 Approved Approval of the Minutes of the Finance Committee Meeting of September 24, 2024. 24-1387 Committee Minutes Sep 22, 2024 Approved Approval of the Minutes of the Public Health and Public Safety Committee Meeting of September 23, 2024. 24-1386 Committee Minutes Sep 22, 2024 Approved Approval of the Minutes of the Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations Committee Meeting of September 19, 2024. 24-1385 Committee Minutes Sep 22, 2024 Approved Approval of the Minutes of the Open Space, Environment and Energy Committee Meeting of September 19, 2024. 24-1384 Committee Minutes Sep 22, 2024 Approved Approval of the Minutes of the Legislative Matters Committee Meeting of September 17, 2024. 24-1383 Committee Minutes Sep 22, 2024 Approved Approval of the Minutes of the Traffic and Parking Committee Meeting of September 16, 2024. 24-1382 Committee Minutes Sep 22, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $15 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Highway Rubbish Removal Account for disposal of break out material. 24-1381 Mayor's Request Sep 20, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $4,675 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Highway Rubbish Removal Account for Recycling Services. 24-1380 Mayor's Request Sep 20, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $22,633.58 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Buildings Natural Gas Account for prior year balances on bills. 24-1379 Mayor's Request Sep 20, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $160 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Administration License Reimbursement Account for commercial license emplo… 24-1378 Mayor's Request Sep 20, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to accept and expend a $250,000 grant with no new match required, from MA Department of Transportation to the Mobility Division for an East Somerville soundwall feasibili… 24-1377 Mayor's Request Sep 20, 2024 Approved Withdrawn. 24-1376 Withdrawn Sep 20, 2024 Withdrawn Requesting approval of an Open Space Access Easement at 5 Middlesex Avenue and Harold Cohen Way. 24-1375 Mayor's Request Sep 20, 2024 Placed on File Requesting the approval of a time-only contract extension for three years with a new expiration date of 9/1/2027, for the Somerville Hispanic Association for community development for restor… 24-1374 Mayor's Request Sep 20, 2024 Approved Requesting approval of an exemption for James McEwen as required by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 268A, Section 20(b). 24-1373 Mayor's Request Sep 20, 2024 Approved Withdrawn. 24-1372 Withdrawn Sep 20, 2024 Withdrawn Withdrawn. 24-1371 Withdrawn Sep 20, 2024 Withdrawn Requesting approval of an exemption for Peter George as required by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 268A, Section 20(b). 24-1370 Mayor's Request Sep 20, 2024 Approved Requesting approval of an exemption for Marco Osoy as required by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 268A, Section 20(b). 24-1369 Mayor's Request Sep 20, 2024 Approved Requesting approval of an exemption for Johnathan Tsirigotis as required by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 268A, Section 20(b). 24-1368 Mayor's Request Sep 20, 2024 Approved Charles DeCecca requesting a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 501 Mystic Valley Parkway from Neighborhood Residence (NR) to Urban Residence (UR). 24-1367 Public Communication Sep 20, 2024 Ordained Jeremy Blackowicz applying for a Public Event License for Kingston Street BP on October 19 from 12pm to 9pm (raindate October 20). 24-1366 Public Event Sep 20, 2024 Approved Bow Market applying for a Public Event License for Curated Vintage Market on October 13 from 9am to 9pm (raindate November 3). 24-1365 Public Event Sep 20, 2024 Approved Harris Gruman applying for a Public Event License for HONK! Festival on October 4, 5, and 6 for various start and end times. 24-1364 Public Event Sep 20, 2024 Approved Odd Numbered Records applying for a Public Event License for oDD nUMBERED rECORDS Concert Series on September 29 and October 6 from 2pm to 6pm (raindate October 13). 24-1363 Public Event Sep 20, 2024 Approved Racial and Social Justice applying for a Public Event License for Somerville Annual Domestic Violence Vigil on October 30 from 5pm to 7:30pm (raindate October 31). 24-1362 Public Event Sep 19, 2024 Approved Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on a new pole at 50 Brastow Avenue. 24-1361 Small Wireless Facility Sep 19, 2024 Approved Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 6 Main Street. 24-1360 Small Wireless Facility Sep 19, 2024 Approved Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 76 School Street. 24-1359 Small Wireless Facility Sep 19, 2024 Approved Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Broadway Gulf, Inc., 212 Broadway. 24-1358 License Sep 19, 2024 Approved Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Auto Plus LLC, 229 Lowell Street. 24-1357 License Sep 19, 2024 Approved Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 1 License, Mercedes Benz of Boston Commercial Vans, 161 Linwood Street. 24-1356 License Sep 19, 2024 Approved Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 1 License, Mercedes Benz of Boston, 259 McGrath Highway. 24-1355 License Sep 19, 2024 Approved Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 1 License, Smart Center Boston, 257 McGrath Highway. 24-1354 License Sep 19, 2024 Approved Renewing Second Hand Dealer License, Great Eastern Vintage, 236 Pearl Street. 24-1353 License Sep 19, 2024 Approved Renewing Lodging House License, Zeta Beta Tau, 126 Packard Avenue. 24-1352 License Sep 19, 2024 Approved Renewing Lodging House License, Theta Chi, 100 Packard Avenue. 24-1351 License Sep 19, 2024 Approved Renewing Lodging House License, Alpha Phi, 14 Sawyer Avenue. 24-1350 License Sep 19, 2024 Approved Renewing Lodging House License, Kappa Alpha, 25 Whitfield Road. 24-1349 License Sep 19, 2024 Approved Renewing Garage License, New England Collision Center Inc., 224 Somerville Avenue. 24-1348 License Sep 19, 2024 Approved Renewing Garage License, Broadway Gulf Inc., 212 Broadway. 24-1347 License Sep 19, 2024 Approved New Sign / Awning License, Ravelo's Auto Service, 61 Washington Street, 4 signs. 24-1346 License Sep 19, 2024 Approved New Drainlayer's License, TID Trenchless LLC. 24-1345 License Sep 19, 2024 Approved Report of the Special Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance, meeting on September 25, 2024. 24-1344 Committee Report Sep 18, 2024 Approved Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on September 24, 2024. 24-1343 Committee Report Sep 18, 2024 Approved Report of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on September 23, 2024. 24-1342 Committee Report Sep 18, 2024 Approved Report of the Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations, meeting on September 19, 2024. 24-1341 Committee Report Sep 18, 2024 Approved Report of the Committee on Open Space, Environment and Energy, meeting on September 19, 2024. 24-1340 Committee Report Sep 18, 2024 Approved Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on September 17, 2024. 24-1339 Committee Report Sep 18, 2024 Approved Report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on September 16, 2024. 24-1338 Committee Report Sep 18, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to appropriate $141,300 from the Salary & Wage Stabilization Fund to the E911 Personal Services Other Lump Sum Benefits Account to fund a collective bargaining agreement … 24-1337 Mayor's Request Sep 18, 2024 Approved Requesting the appropriation of $46,170 from the Salary Contingency account to various E911 Personal Services accounts to fund a collective bargaining settlement with SEIU/Local 888, E911 Ca… 24-1336 Mayor's Request Sep 18, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to appropriate $262,000 from the Prospect Street Traffic Conditions Stabilization Fund to implement the conditions of Planning Board case PB 2019-04. 24-1335 Mayor's Request Sep 17, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to create the Prospect Street Traffic Conditions Stabilization Fund and accept a payment to the fund of $262,000 from the Union Square RELP Master Developer LLC to satisf… 24-1334 Mayor's Request Sep 17, 2024 Approved Requesting the appropriation of $220,120.80 from the Receipts Reserved-Transportation Network Company Revenue Fund to the Transportation Network Company Special Revenue Fund for Vision Zero … 24-1333 Mayor's Request Sep 17, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to appropriate $100,000 from the Encore Artist and Cultural Support Stabilization Fund to support Local Cultural Council grants to artists, organizations, and schools. 24-1332 Mayor's Request Sep 16, 2024 Approved Withdrawn. 24-1331 Withdrawn Sep 16, 2024 Withdrawn City Solicitor responding to item #24-1290, an order requesting an opinion regarding spot zoning. 24-1330 Officer's Communication Sep 12, 2024 Placed on File 409 individuals, including one resident, submitting comments re: ceasefire. 24-1329 Public Communication Sep 12, 2024 Placed on File Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 112 Fremont Street. 24-1328 Small Wireless Facility Sep 11, 2024 Approved Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 45 Perry Street. 24-1327 Small Wireless Facility Sep 11, 2024 Approved That the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator take the necessary measures to ensure ADA compliance for the second floor of 165 Broadway for the purposes of expanding youth servi… 24-1326 Order Sep 10, 2024 Approved City Clerk conveying information regarding item #24-1264, an order that City Councilors have regular visible access to the scheduling of the City Council Chamber, and that a regular working … 24-1325 Officer's Communication Sep 10, 2024 Placed on File Requesting that this Council convene in Executive Session to receive an update on the status of collective bargaining negotiations with all municipal bargaining units. 24-1324 Mayor's Request Sep 10, 2024 Approved Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 11, 2024. 24-1323 Minutes Sep 10, 2024 Approved Remembrances. 24-1322 Remembrances Sep 10, 2024 Approved Call of the Roll. 24-1321 Roll Call Sep 10, 2024 Placed on File That the Commissioner of Public Works clear the overgrowth on the sidewalks of Allen Street, Prospect Street, and Webster Avenue and that the Director of Inspectional Services cite the prope… 24-1320 Order Sep 10, 2024 Approved That the Director of Inspectional Services issue a citation to the owner of 91 Prospect Street and 10 Oak Street for not having a dumpster license and failing to clean and secure their site. 24-1319 Order Sep 10, 2024 Approved Approval of the Minutes of the Public Health and Public Safety Committee Meeting of September 11, 2024. 24-1318 Committee Minutes Sep 10, 2024 Approved Approval of the Minutes of the Finance Committee Meeting of September 10, 2024. 24-1317 Committee Minutes Sep 10, 2024 Approved Approval of the Minutes of the Land Use Committee Meeting of September 5, 2024. 24-1316 Committee Minutes Sep 10, 2024 Approved That the Director of Planning, Preservation and Zoning reconsider the policy of allowing lot splits and mergers as administrative approvals rather than special permits. 24-1315 Order Sep 10, 2024 Approved Conveying an invitation to the public to a community conversation about resources needed to restore full library access, hosted by Somerville's youth community and Somerville Municipal Emplo… 24-1314 Communication Sep 10, 2024 Placed on File Conveying full support for the Public Library Board of Trustees and Director of Libraries in their efforts to maintain safe and accessible library environments for patrons and employees alik… 24-1313 Communication Sep 10, 2024 Placed on File That the Director of Planning, Preservation and Zoning collaborate with this Council on updating the Zoning Ordinance to require all new construction to place electrical transformers below g… 24-1312 Order Sep 10, 2024 Approved That the Director of Housing and relevant departments prepare an Artist Studio Conversion Guide to encourage owners of vacant properties to create more artist space. 24-1311 Order Sep 10, 2024 Approved Conveying an update on the establishment of a Youth Advisory Committee. 24-1310 Mayor's Communication Sep 10, 2024 Placed on File Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $770 using available funds in the Mayor's Office Food Supplies & Refreshments Account for food served at a Departmental Training meeti… 24-1309 Mayor's Request Sep 10, 2024 Approved Conveying recommendations on Charter reform. 24-1308 Mayor's Communication Sep 10, 2024 Placed on File Kelsey Kent applying for a Public Event License for Lexington Ave Halloween on October 31 from 4pm to 10pm. 24-1307 Public Event Sep 10, 2024 Approved That the Administration update this Council on plans for the Cummings School building and Founders Memorial Skating Rink this fiscal year. 24-1306 Resolution Sep 10, 2024 Approved That the Administration explore activating Somerville High School for community uses outside of school hours. 24-1305 Resolution Sep 10, 2024 Approved That the Administration form a task force or commission for short-, medium-, and long-term planning and coordination of public and private community spaces and programming, including spaces … 24-1304 Resolution Sep 10, 2024 Approved That the Director of Finance and the Budget Director present this Council with an updated Capital Investment Plan. 24-1303 Order Sep 10, 2024 Approved That the Director of Health and Human Services update this Council on the status of the Youth-Focused Needs Assessment funded in the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. 24-1302 Order Sep 10, 2024 Approved That the Director of Parks and Recreation and the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on plans to minimize the timing impacts of future closures of the Ginny Smithers Sanders Po… 24-1301 Order Sep 10, 2024 Approved That the Director of Grants Development and External Funds and the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Director update this Council on ARPA grant encumbrances ahead of the obligation deadline of… 24-1300 Order Sep 10, 2024 Approved That the Director of Health and Human Services update this Council on interdepartmental efforts to establish a Warming Center at the Cummings School and the repairs needed to accomplish this… 24-1299 Order Sep 10, 2024 Approved That the Commissioner of Public Works return the trash receptacle in front 168 Broadway. 24-1298 Order Sep 10, 2024 Approved That the Commissioner of Public Works increase lighting along the intersection of Joy and Washington Streets. 24-1297 Order Sep 10, 2024 Approved That the Director of Mobility install a mirror at the entrance of the East Somerville Green Line station to ensure pedestrians and cyclists can see around the blind corner. 24-1296 Order Sep 10, 2024 Approved That the Chief of Police and the Chief Fire Engineer provide a record of all calls to first responders regarding incidents at all Somerville Public Library locations since September 1, 2023. 24-1295 Order Sep 10, 2024 Approved That the Director of Mobility place speed bumps and other traffic calming measures along Bonair Street by the Edgerly School. 24-1294 Order Sep 10, 2024 Approved Report of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on September 11, 2024. 24-1293 Committee Report Sep 9, 2024 Approved Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on September 10, 2024. 24-1292 Committee Report Sep 9, 2024 Approved Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on September 5, 2024. 24-1291 Committee Report Sep 9, 2024 Approved That the City Solicitor provide an opinion on whether the Zoning Map Amendment proposed in item #24-0642 is considered spot zoning. 24-1290 Order Sep 9, 2024 Approved That the Commissioner of Public Works provide an update on the reliability and repairs of the elevator(s) at the Winter Hill and Edgerly Schools. 24-1289 Order Sep 9, 2024 Approved That the Commissioner of Public Works provide an update on repairs to damaged play structures at the Capuano Early Education Center schoolyard. 24-1288 Order Sep 9, 2024 Approved That the Commissioner of Public Works provide an update about the functionality of public address, or PA, systems at multiple Somerville Public School buildings. 24-1287 Order Sep 9, 2024 Approved That the Commissioner of Public Works discuss use restrictions in place for Somerville Public School athletic teams at Reavis field. 24-1286 Order Sep 9, 2024 Approved That the Commissioner of Public Works provide an update on efforts to eliminate rat infiltration in school buildings. 24-1285 Order Sep 9, 2024 Approved That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management provide an update on the Construction Advisory Group for the planned construction project to replace the Winter Hill and Brown school… 24-1284 Order Sep 9, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to appropriate $37,575 from the Capital Projects Stabilization Fund to procure Early and Mail In Voting Machinery for the Elections Department. 24-1283 Mayor's Request Sep 9, 2024 Approved Requesting approval of an exemption for Brandon Lafee under MGL c268A, s20(b). 24-1282 Mayor's Request Sep 9, 2024 Approved Beatriz Gomez Mouakad submitting comments re: Somerville Municipal Employees Association. 24-1281 Public Communication Sep 9, 2024 Placed on File Planning Board conveying recommendations for items #24-0679 and #24-0680. 24-1280 Officer's Communication Sep 9, 2024 Placed on File Marcy Goldstein-Gelb applying for a Public Event License for Boston & Prichard Avenue BP on October 6 from 3pm to 10pm (raindate October 20). 24-1279 Public Event Sep 9, 2024 Approved Alice Barrett applying for a Public Event License for Thrift for Palestine on September 21 from 3pm to 6:30pm (raindate September 22). 24-1278 Public Event Sep 9, 2024 Approved That the Administration update this Council on the status of implementing the recommendations of the Parking & Curb Use Study, and respond to the July 2024 recommendations of the Somerville … 24-1274 Resolution Sep 8, 2024 Approved That the Administration update this Council on the status of the process to provide the resources and programming needed to safely re-open the Central Library during mid-day hours. 24-1273 Resolution Sep 8, 2024 Approved That the Director of Inspectional Services and the Commissioner of Public Works appear before this Council to discuss the problems of local restaurants complying with the requirements of pro… 24-1272 Order Sep 8, 2024 Approved That the Administration discuss the scope and limitations of staff at Somerville High School to supervise high school students in the after school period. 24-1271 Resolution Sep 8, 2024 Approved That the Administration discuss the sufficiency of after school programs for high school students and the methods of outreach and guidance to ensure that all students have access to activiti… 24-1270 Resolution Sep 8, 2024 Approved That the Administration make it easier for residents to host block parties by simplifying and shortening the approval process, and take steps to provide monetary awards or grants of $100 for… 24-1269 Resolution Sep 8, 2024 Approved That the Director of Communications discuss the communication plan to address move-in/move-out related discarded furniture, including items left on sidewalks blocking pedestrian pathways and… 24-1268 Order Sep 8, 2024 Approved That the Administration and relevant city departments discuss an immediate action plan to address the increase of fights happening at Edward L. Leathers Community Park after students are rel… 24-1267 Resolution Sep 8, 2024 Approved That the Director of Mobility install a raised crosswalk at the intersection of Boston and Kidder Avenues. 24-1266 Order Sep 8, 2024 Approved That the Director of Mobility and the Director of Engineering explore how to make the raised sidewalk located at the intersection of Broadway and Boston Avenue safer. 24-1265 Order Sep 8, 2024 Approved That City Councilors have regular visible access to the scheduling of the City Council Chamber, and that a regular working space be designated for City Councilors. 24-1264 Order Sep 8, 2024 Approved That the Director of Libraries, and other relevant departments, appear before this Council’s Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations to discuss the plans fo… 24-1263 Order Sep 8, 2024 Approved That the Director of Health and Human Services provide an update on the availability of free menstrual products in all city owned bathrooms. 24-1262 Order Sep 8, 2024 Approved That the Environmental Health Manager prepare a written report for the next meeting of this Council’s Special Committee on Rodent Issues, on the number of Residential Rodent Control Assistan… 24-1277 Order Sep 8, 2024 Approved 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 R… 24-1276 Order Sep 8, 2024 Approved That the City Solicitor review Ordinance 11-038 (Rodent Control) and provide opinions for the next meeting of this Council’s Special Committee on Rodent Issues on 1. whether city inspectors … 24-1275 Order Sep 8, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to accept and expend a technical assistance grant valued at $25,000 with no new match required, from the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) to the Office of Sustai… 24-1261 Mayor's Request Sep 6, 2024 Approved Requesting approval to accept and expend a $171,000 grant with no new match required, from the Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for a Special Response T… 24-1260 Mayor's Request Sep 6, 2024 Approved Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Articles 2-7, Articles 9-11, Article 13, and Article 15 of the Zoning Ordinance to make corrections, clarifications, and regulatory framework improve… 24-1259 Mayor's Request Sep 6, 2024 Ordained Commending Michael Horen who bravely volunteered his mobile soup kitchen at Ground Zero after the Twin Towers were hit on September 11th, 2001. 24-1258 Citation Sep 6, 2024 Approved Commending Charles Femino on the auspicious occasion of his retirement after over 30 years of distinguished service to the Police Department. 24-1257 Citation Sep 6, 2024 Approved 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… 24-1256 Public Communication Sep 6, 2024 Placed on File Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) conveying the alteration of location of a section of State highway. 24-1255 Public Communication Sep 6, 2024 Placed on File Daniel Cayarga submitting comments re: Seven Hills Park. 24-1254 Public Communication Sep 6, 2024 Placed on File Somerville Road Runners applying for a Public Event License for 28th Annual Gobble Gobble Gobble Road Race on November 28 from 6am to 1pm. 24-1253 Public Event Sep 6, 2024 Approved Kinsey Scales applying for a Public Event License for Kinsey Scales Free Outdoor Concert on November 17 from 11am to 2pm (raindate November 24). 24-1252 Public Event Sep 6, 2024 Approved Samuel Feller applying for a Public Event License for Annual Chili Cookoff on October 26 from 10am to 5pm (raindate November 2). 24-1251 Public Event Sep 6, 2024 Approved James Adams applying for a Public Event License for Hudson Street Annual BP on October 26 from 1pm to 7pm (raindate October 27). 24-1250 Public Event Sep 6, 2024 Approved East Somerville Main Streets applying for a Public Event License for Halloween Block Party & Pet Parade on October 26 from 1pm to 7pm (raindate October 27). 24-1249 Public Event Sep 6, 2024 Approved Annie Pinnell applying for a Public Event License for Art Sale on October 20 from 9:30am to 4:30pm. 24-1248 Public Event Sep 6, 2024 Approved Elizabeth Peabody House Association applying for a Public Event License for Elizabeth Peabody House Fall Festival on October 19 from 9am to 6pm (raindate October 20). 24-1247 Public Event Sep 6, 2024 Approved Federal Realty applying for a Public Event License for Assembly Row's 10th Anniversary Drone Show on October 19 from 12pm to 8pm (raindate October 20). 24-1246 Public Event Sep 6, 2024 Approved Anton Tutter applying for a Public Event License for Outside on Oxford on September 28 from 2pm to 10pm (raindate October 5). 24-1245 Public Event Sep 6, 2024 Approved Kevin Fitzpatrick applying for a Public Event License for Greene Street BP on September 28 from 2pm to 9pm (raindate October 5). 24-1244 Public Event Sep 6, 2024 Approved Parks and Recreation applying for a Public Event License for Fall Festival on September 21 from 8:30am to 3pm. 24-1243 Public Event Sep 6, 2024 Approved Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install approximately 34 feet of conduit in Glenwood Road, from Utility Pole 184/3 to a point of pickup at 21 Glenwood Road. 24-1242 Grant of Location Sep 6, 2024 Approved Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 145 feet of conduit in Washington Street and Knowlton Street, from Manhole 15060 to an approximate point of pickup on Knowlton Street a… 24-1241 Grant of Location Sep 6, 2024 Approved Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a new hip guy and anchor at Utility Pole 291/11 in Prospect Street. 24-1240 Grant of Location Sep 6, 2024 Withdrawn New Sign/Awning License, Cole Haan, 550 Assembly Row, 1 blade sign and 1 storefront sign. 24-1239 License Sep 6, 2024 Approved Renewing Garage License, Good Gas Somerville, 343 Medford Street. 24-1238 License Sep 6, 2024 Approved Renewing Drainlayer's License, J.R. and Sons Construction, Inc. 24-1237 License Sep 6, 2024 Approved Renewing Taxi Medallion, V.I.N.L. Transportation, Inc., Med. #65. 24-1236 License Sep 6, 2024 Approved Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Falafel Place, 1 Main St. 24-1235 License Sep 6, 2024 Approved Renewing Drainlayer's License, L.V.M.J. Corporation. 24-1234 License Sep 6, 2024 Approved Renewing Drainlayer's License, F.E. French Construction Inc. 24-1233 License Sep 6, 2024 Approved Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Lynn Richards to the Planning Board. 24-1232 Mayor's Request Sep 6, 2024 Approved Withdrawn. 24-1231 Withdrawn Sep 6, 2024 Withdrawn Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 239 feet of conduit in High Street from Manhole 9411 to a point of pickup at 325 Alewife Brook Parkway, and from Manhole 941… 24-1230 Grant of Location Sep 5, 2024 Approved
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