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February 12, 2026 ·7:00 PM Final

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  1. 1 Published February 10, 2026, 1:30 PM, Revised Published February 12, 2026 2:00 PM.
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  4. 1. OPENING CEREMONIES
  5. 3 The meeting was called to order at 7:05 PM by Ward Six City Councilor Lance L. Davis.
  6. 1.1. Call of the Roll. 26-0250 Placed on file ▶ jump to 0:23
  7. 1.2. Remembrances. 26-0251 Approved ▶ jump to 0:56
  8. 1.3. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 8, 2026. 26-0252 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 11:54
  9. 2. CITATIONS
  10. 2.1. Commending Dan Moore on the auspicious occasion of his retirement after 12 years of distinguished service in the Communications and Community Engagement Department. 26-0194 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 12:04
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  12. 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS
  13. 3.1. Comcast applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 133 feet of conduit in Highland Avenue, from existing Manhole 44/164 to a point of pickup at 393 Highland Avenue. 26-0174 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 16:54
  14. 3.2. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 640 feet of conduit in Broadway, from existing Manhole 1798 to existing Manhole 24058 next to 167 Broadway. 26-0175 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 42:35
  15. 3.3. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 54 feet of conduit in Benton Road, from Utility Pole 79/1 to a point of pickup at 2 Benton Road. 26-0176 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 48:06
  16. 3.4. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 25 feet of conduit in Oak Street, from Utility Pole 258/2 to a point of pickup at 10 Oak Street. 26-0177 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 25:50
  17. 3.5. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 28 feet of conduit in Gilman Street, from Utility Pole 142/3 to a point of pickup at 13 Gilman Street. 26-0178 Approved ▶ jump to 48:59
  18. 3.6. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 10.5 feet of conduit in Hudson Street, from Utility Pole 202/4 to a point of pickup at 17 Hudson Street. 26-0179 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 49:44
  19. 3.7. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 35 feet of conduit in Belmont Street, from Utility Pole 27/9 to a point of pickup at 37 Belmont Street. 26-0180 Approved ▶ jump to 50:29
  20. 3.8. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 62 feet of conduit in Ivaloo Street, from Utility Pole 179/5 to a point of pickup at 38 Ivaloo Street. 26-0181 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 23:50
  21. 3.9. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 12 feet of conduit in White Street, from Utility Pole 648/2 to a point of pickup at 44 White Street. 26-0183 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 51:16
  22. 3.10. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 2 feet of conduit in Franklin Avenue, from Utility Pole 133/5 to a point of pickup at 60 Franklin Street. 26-0184 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 51:55
  23. 3.11. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 75 feet of conduit in Prospect Street, from Utility Pole 291/12 to a point of pickup at 91 Prospect Street. 26-0185 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 25:50
  24. 3.12. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 452 feet of conduit and one new Manhole 32561 in Summer Street, from Utility Pole 325/28 to three points of pickup at 156, 157, and 162 Summer Street. 26-0186 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 52:38
  25. 3.13. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 40 feet of conduit in Leland Street, from Utility Pole 201/3 to a point of pickup at 321 Washington Street. 26-0187 Approved ▶ jump to 57:25
  26. 4. ORDERS, ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND MOTIONS OF MEMBERS
  27. 4.1. That the Chief of Police provide this Council with data on pedestrian and bicyclist enforcement activities in the city. 26-0147 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 122:10
  28. 4.2. That the Chief of Police annually review pedestrian and bicyclist enforcement data to identify disparities in enforcement patterns across demographic or neighborhood lines and submit this data to this City Council. 26-0148 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 122:51
  29. 4.3. Conveying a report of the Job Creation and Retention Trust Fund. 26-0233 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 123:29
  30. 4.4. Conveying the year-end report of the Affordable Housing Trust. 26-0146 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 125:15
  31. 4.5. That the Commissioner of Public Works remove snow from dead end streets, private ways and alleyways in a timely manner. 26-0149 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 126:52
  32. 4.6. Amending Sections 2.1.1 and 3.1.12 of the Zoning Ordinances regarding Accessory Dwelling Units. 26-0234 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 136:02
  33. 4.7. That the Director of Parks and Recreation discuss with this Council, options to create year-round indoor programming for kids and families. 26-0235 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 140:48
  34. 4.8. That the Commissioner of Public Works discuss with this Council whether the sidewalk snow clearing pilot worked as intended this year, or whether there are other strategies to improve pedestrian mobility following a large snowstorm. 26-0236 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 144:02
  35. 4.9. That the Commissioner of Public Works discuss with this Council lessons learned from the recent large snowfall about resources and policies needed to improve snow clearance, including Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) bus stops, business district sidewalks and parking, private ways and dead ends, accessible ramps and bike lanes. 26-0237 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 149:44
  36. 4.10. That the Administration increase publicity of the Senior Tax Deferral Program, which allows qualifying homeowners over 65 years of age to spend their income on living expenses rather than tax payments. 26-0238 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 151:53
  37. 4.11. Supporting the fourth amendment rights provided in the Constitution of the United States. 26-0245 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 58:47
  38. 4.12. Conveying a report of the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. 26-0244 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 154:44
  39. 4.13. That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development discuss with this Council, the Homeowner Improvement Program (HIP) and the role of the city in disputes between homeowners and city-approved contractors. 26-0249 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 155:40
  40. 4.14. That the Director of Racial and Social Justice provide an update to this Council on the status of the Police Civilian Oversight Committee. 26-0243 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 160:37
  41. 4.15. That this City Council commends the students at Somerville High School for their action and resolve in protesting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deportations in Somerville and across the nation. 26-0242 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 163:40
  42. 4.16. That the Director of Human Resources review the hiring for crossing guards, ensuring that the process and requirements are right-sized and not unnecessarily burdensome such that they deter qualified candidates. 26-0239 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 92:32
  43. 4.17. That the Director of Inspectional Services review the rules for short-term rentals and inform this Council what enforcement tools are available and how the city may take action against known violations. 26-0240 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 164:40
  44. 4.18. That the Administration provide the Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance with regular updates on the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) process for the Winter Hill and Brown Schools. 26-0241 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 167:16
  45. 4.19. In support of House Bill H.1588 and Senate Bill S.1122, an Act relative to immigration detention and collaboration agreements. 26-0246 Approved ▶ jump to 168:19
  46. 4.20. In support of proposed House Bill, the PROTECT Act, an Act promoting rule of law, oversight, trust, and equal constitutional treatment. 26-0247 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 169:09
  47. 4.21. In his capacity as Chair of the Committee on Finance, conveying information on the FY 27 budget review process. 26-0248 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 170:15
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  49. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
  50. 5.1. Requesting the appropriation of $1,000,000 from the Community Preservation Act Open Space Reserve for construction of improvements to the Kennedy Schoolyard. 26-0079 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 173:06
  51. 5.2. Requesting the appropriation of $480,000 from the Community Preservation Act Fund Budgeted Reserve to the Somerville Hispanic Association for Community Development for continued preservation of 59 Cross Street. 26-0080 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 173:14
  52. 5.3. Requesting the appropriation of $420,566 from the Community Preservation Act Historic Preservation Reserve to the Elizabeth Peabody House for continued restoration of 277 Broadway. 26-0075 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 173:15
  53. 5.4. Requesting the appropriation of $74,365 from the Community Preservation Act Historic Preservation Reserve to Nicole Bairos for preservation of Buddy's Diner. 26-0081 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 173:16
  54. 5.5. Requesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $2,000,000 in a bond for financing a portion of the Kennedy Schoolyard Renovation Project, as recommended by the Community Preservation Committee. 26-0084 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 173:18
  55. 6. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
  56. 6.A. CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENTS AND PERSONNEL MATTERS COMMITTEE
  57. 6.A.1. Report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on February 2, 2026. 26-0158 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 27:17
  58. 6.A.2. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Kimberly Wells as Chief Administrative Officer. 26-0016 Approved Pass
  59. 6.A.3. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Ohemeng Kyeremateng as Director of Parks and Recreation. 26-0021 Approved Pass
  60. 6.A.4. Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Samir Messaoudi to the posisiton of Police Lieutenant. 26-0073 Approved Pass
  61. 6.A.5. Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Diogo deOliveira to the position of Police Captain. 26-0074 Approved Pass
  62. 6.B. FINANCE COMMITTEE
  63. 6.B.1. Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on February 10, 2026. 26-0218 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 173:26
  64. 6.B.2. Conveying that, pursuant to Section 6-2 of the City Charter, this City Council will hold a public hearing on the community's Fiscal Year 2027 budget priorities in the Committee on Finance on February 10, 2026. 26-0114 Work completed
  65. 6.C. HOUSING, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND EQUITY COMMITTEE
  66. 6.C.1. Report of the Committee on Housing, Community Development and Equity, meeting on January 28, 2026. 26-0150 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 178:20
  67. 6.C.2. That the Administration collaborate with East Somerville Main Streets and the Ward 1 City Councilor to promote Eat Out in East to support East Somerville immigrant-owned businesses. 26-0058 Work completed
  68. 6.D. LICENSES AND PERMITS
  69. 6.D.1. Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on February 11, 2026. 26-0219 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 181:54
  70. 6.D.2. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 38 feet of conduit in Warwick Street, from Utility Pole 357/3 to a point of pickup at 16 Warwick Street. 25-1754 Approved with conditions
  71. 6.D.3. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 38 feet of conduit in Warwick Street, from Utility Pole 357/3 to a point of pickup at 16 Warwick Street. 25-1754
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  73. 6.E. SUSTAINABILITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE
  74. 6.E.1. Report of the Committee on Sustainability and Infrastructure, meeting on February 9, 2026. 26-0215 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 182:39
  75. 6.E.2. That the Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry develop and report on a standardized green score for public parks and identify appropriate benchmarks and expectations for publicly owned parkland. 26-0066 Work completed
  76. 6.E.3. That the Commissioner of Public Works install waste receptacles near the entrance of the Warming Center on Prescott Street. 26-0118 Work completed
  77. 6.E.4. That the Commissioner of Public Works perform regular litter clean-ups along Prescott Street near the Warming Center. 26-0119 Work completed
  78. 6.E.5. That the Administration investigate the possibility that deliveries, emergency vehicles, pick-ups, etc., occur in the Cummings School parking lot rather than on Prescott Street. 26-0120 Work completed
  79. 7. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR
  80. 7.1. Requesting that this Council convene in Executive Session to discuss the matter of Joseph A. Sater, Trustee of Highland Avenue Realty Trust v. City of Somerville. 26-0200 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 96:43
  81. 7.2. Requesting acceptance of Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 59, Section 5, Clause 22I, to authorize an annual cost of living adjustment increase in the exemption amount granted under Chapter 59, Section 5, Clauses 22, 22A, 22B, 22C, 22E and 22F. 26-0144 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 184:45
  82. 7.3. Requesting acceptance of Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 59, Section 5, Clause 22J, to authorize an increase in the exemption amount granted under Chapter 59, Section 5, Clauses 22, 22A, 22B, 22C, 22E and 22F. 26-0145 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 185:32
  83. 7.4. Requesting the acceptance of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40, Section 13E, to establish a Special Education Reserve Fund. 26-0161 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 186:01
  84. 7.5. Requesting approval of a Pedestrian Access Sidewalk Easement and Maintenance License at 16-20 Medford Street. 26-0160 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 186:39
  85. 7.6. Requesting authorization to borrow $1,530,000 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for the annual FY 2026 Sewer System Evaluation and Infiltration/Inflow Assessment. 26-0162 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 186:40
  86. 7.7. Requesting approval to appropriate $324,360 from the Medicinal Marijuana Stabilization Fund for the salary and fringe of four positions related to youth in FY 2027. 26-0172 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 186:42
  87. 7.8. Requesting approval to appropriate $299,910 from the Energy Stabilization Fund for a heat pump replacement project at 133 Holland Street. 26-0188 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 186:44
  88. 7.9. Requesting approval to appropriate $299,460 from the Energy Stabilization Fund to replace the lighting at Dilboy Field. 26-0199 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 186:45
  89. 7.10. Requesting approval to appropriate $210,525 from the Energy Stabilization Fund to replace lighting at Trum Field. 26-0197 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 186:47
  90. 7.11. Requesting approval to appropriate $179,349 from the Energy Stabilization Fund for the addition of a solar array to the new roof of 133 Holland Street. 26-0196 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 186:48
  91. 7.12. Requesting approval to appropriate $26,759 from the Energy Stabilization Fund for weatherizing the basement and envelope of 133 Holland Street. 26-0195 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 186:50
  92. 7.13. Requesting the appropriation of $3,500,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Law Department Judgments and Settlements Account to fund the settlement of Joseph A. Sater, Trustee of Highland Armory Realty Trust v. City of Somerville. 26-0182 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 117:33
  93. 7.14. Requesting the appropriation of $430,965 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Special Education Reserve Fund. 26-0163 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 186:51
  94. 7.15. Requesting the appropriation of $167,168 from the Salary Contingency account to various departmental Personal Services accounts to fund a collective bargaining agreement with the Somerville Municipal Employees Union, Unit D. 26-0205 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 88:21
  95. 7.16. Requesting the appropriation of $154,136 from the Receipts Reserved for Appropriation-Settlement of Claims Account to the School Department Legal Settlement Account for an insurance settlement. 26-0166 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 186:53
  96. 7.17. Requesting the appropriation of $306,250 from the Community Preservation Act Historic Preservation Reserve for restoration of the Veterans Memorial Cemetery and veterans monuments. 26-0152 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 186:53
  97. 7.18. Requesting the appropriation of $150,000 from the Community Preservation Act Historic Preservation Reserve to Vida Real Church for exterior restoration of the building at 404 Broadway. 26-0154 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 186:54
  98. 7.19. Requesting the appropriation of $124,331 from the Community Preservation Act Fund for improvements to Blessing of the Bay Linear Park. 26-0153 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 186:56
  99. 7.20. Requesting the appropriation of $50,000 from the Community Preservation Act Budgeted Reserve to the Somerville Housing Authority for improvements to the open space at the Mystic River/View developments. 26-0155 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 186:57
  100. 7.21. Requesting the approval of a transfer of $237,250 from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) Undesignated Fund Balance to the CPA Historic Preservation Reserve. 26-0151 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 186:58
  101. 7.22. Requesting approval of a transfer of $30,000 from the Health and Human Services Salaries Account to the Professional and Technical Services Account to fund increased costs associated with the FY 2026 Warming Center. 26-0198 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 118:09
  102. 7.23. Requesting approval of a transfer of $3,000 from the Communications Department Professional and Technical Services Account to the Somerville Public Schools Professional Salaries Account for consulting services related to the inaugural event. 26-0089 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 187:00
  103. 7.24. Requesting approval of a time-only extension until 6/30/2027 for the contract with EB Rotondi & Sons Inc. for repairs to water main gate valves and appurtenances. 26-0132 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 187:01
  104. 7.25. Requesting approval of a time-only extension until 6/30/2027 for the contract with N. Granese & Sons Inc. for water distribution system maintenance and repair. 26-0133 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 187:02
  105. 7.26. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $87,848 grant with no new match required, from the Executive Office of Aging and Independence to the Council on Aging for health, wellness, social, and educational programming. 26-0164 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 187:04
  106. 7.27. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $50,000 grant with no new match required, from the Boston Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for target hardening at the Police Department headquarters. 26-0168 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 187:05
  107. 7.28. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $48,000 grant with no new match required, from Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) to the Fire Department for the replacement of security cameras at fire headquarters. 26-0156 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 187:06
  108. 7.29. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $43,000 grant with no new match required, from the Boston Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for software. 26-0169 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 187:07
  109. 7.30. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $28,000 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection to the Department of Public Works for the Recycling Dividends Program. 26-0117 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 187:09
  110. 7.31. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $15,000 grant that requires a match from the Massachusetts General Court and the State Historical Records Advisory Board to the Veterans Services Department for support of the Veterans Memorial Cemetery and the archival digitization project. 26-0113 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 187:10
  111. 7.32. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $5,000 grant with no new match required, from the Department of Environmental Protection to the Department of Public Works for the Sustainable Materials Recovery Program. 26-0112 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 187:11
  112. 7.33. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $100 donation from the Massachusetts Councils On Aging to the Somerville Council on Aging for the Active Aging Kick Off Party. 26-0165 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 187:28
  113. 7.34. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $149 using available funds in the Human Resources Professional and Technical Services Account for medical screening services. 26-0170 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 187:32
  114. 7.35. Requesting approval for settlement of a claim for $10,400 pursuant to Section 2-124 of the Code of Ordinances. 26-0167 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 188:30
  115. 8. COMMUNICATIONS OF CITY OFFICERS
  116. 8.1. Chief Assessor responding to item #26-0062, an Order requesting an inventory of city-owned parcels. 26-0096 Placed on file and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 188:56
  117. 8.2. Director of Economic Development conveying the potential use of an Urban Center Housing Tax Increment Financing Tool (UCH-TIF) to incentivize housing production. 26-0201 Placed on file and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 190:19
  118. 8.3. Fair Housing Commission conveying the FY 2024 Annual Report pursuant to Section 17-7 of the Code of Ordinances. 26-0141 Placed on file and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 195:44
  119. 9. NEW BUSINESS
  120. 9.1. New Lodging House License, Tufts University, 91 Professors Row, 50 residents. 26-0206 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 196:03
  121. 9.2. New Lodging House License, Tufts University, 93 Professors Row, 50 residents. 26-0207 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:08
  122. 9.3. New Lodging House License, Tufts University, 95 Professors Row, 50 residents. 26-0208 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:09
  123. 9.4. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 90-92-94 Curtis Street. 26-0213 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:11
  124. 9.5. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 136 Curtis Street. 26-0231 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:12
  125. 9.6. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 176 Curtis Street. 26-0216 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:13
  126. 9.7. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 40A Latin Way. 26-0227 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:15
  127. 9.8. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 43 Latin Way. 26-0226 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:16
  128. 9.9. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 98 Packard Avenue. 26-0224 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:17
  129. 9.10. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 73 Powderhouse Boulevard. 26-0225 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:20
  130. 9.11. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 125 Powderhouse Boulevard. 26-0221 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:21
  131. 9.12. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 8 Professors Row. 26-0220 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:22
  132. 9.13. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 92 Professors Row. 26-0209 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:23
  133. 9.14. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 98 Professors Row. 26-0223 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:24
  134. 9.15. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 106 Professors Row. 26-0222 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:25
  135. 9.16. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 13 Sawyer Avenue. 26-0211 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:27
  136. 9.17. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 37 Sawyer Avenue. 26-0217 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:29
  137. 9.18. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 45 Sawyer Avenue. 26-0212 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:30
  138. 9.19. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 9-11 Sunset Road. 26-0210 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:31
  139. 9.20. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 13-15 Talbot Avenue. 26-0229 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:32
  140. 9.21. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 45 Talbot Avenue. 26-0230 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:33
  141. 9.22. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 101 Talbot Avenue. 26-0214 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:36
  142. 9.23. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 15 Whitfield Road. 26-0228 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:37
  143. 9.24. Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 21 Whitfield Road. 26-0232 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:38
  144. 9.25. Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Automotive Transport Service Inc, 40 Joy Street. 26-0189 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:42
  145. 9.26. Somerville Community Growing Center applying for a Public Event License for SCGC Maple Boil Project and Boil 2026 on March 6 and 7 from 7:30am to 8pm (raindate March 13 and 14). 26-0191 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:44
  146. 9.27. Elizabeth Babriecki applying for a Public Event License for 5k Charity Walk/Run for Boston Community Pediatrics on March 28 from 6:30am to 3pm. 26-0190 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:47
  147. 9.28. Tufts University Graduate Student Council applying for a Public Event License for Tufts University 30th Annual 5K Charity Race on April 11 from 7am to 2pm. 26-0192 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 152:49
  148. 9.29. Anjana Sukumar submitting comments re: Winter Hill. 26-0159 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 196:41
  149. 9.30. McGrath Coalition Steering Committee submitting comments re: McGrath Boulevard. 26-0173 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 196:51
  150. 9.31. Crystal Huff and Amy Pollard submitting comments re: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. 26-0193 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 198:09
  151. 10. SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS
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  153. 10.1. That this City Council commends the Fire Department for its fast and professional emergency response to the recent fire at 26 Summer Street. 26-0253 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 198:20
  154. 10.2. Union 2 Associates, LLC requesting a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 2 and 9 Union Square, 286, 290, and 298 Somerville Avenue from Commercial Core 5 (CC5) to Mid-Rise 6 (MR6). 26-0257 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 199:44
  155. 10.3. Cole Rainey-Slavick submitting comments re: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. 26-0254 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 200:08
  156. 10.4. Four residents submitting comments re: Israel boycott. 26-0255 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 200:17
  157. 10.5. Elizabeth Schaul submitting comments re: snow removal. 26-0256 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 200:24
  158. 10.6. Noa Cohen Hughes and Crystal Huff submitting comments re: item #26-0114, Fiscal Year 2027 budget priorities. 26-0258 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 200:32
  159. 10.7. Christopher Beland submitting comments re: items #26-0175, #26-0176, #26-0177, #26-0178, #26-0179, #26-0180, #26-0181, #26-0182, #26-0183, #26-0184, #26-0185, #26-0186, and #26-0187, Eversource applying for Grants of Location. 26-0259 Placed on file and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 45:04
  160. 12. ADJOURNMENT
  161. 156 page break
  162. 11. LATE ITEMS
  163. 11.1. That this City Council hold a public hearing on the petition submitted by 52 registered voters regarding Out of the Blue Community Arts Space at Arts at the Armory, pursuant to Section 2-11 of the City Charter. 26-0265 Referred for recommendation Pass ▶ jump to 201:27
  164. 160 The meeting was Adjourned at 10:30 PM.