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December 12, 2024 ·7:00 PM Final

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  1. 1 Published December 20, 2024, 1:45 PM, Revised December 12, 2024, 2:00 PM.
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  4. 1. OPENING CEREMONIES
  5. 3 The meeting was called to order at 7:01 PM by Ward Three City Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen. The City Council entered recess at 7:27 PM and returned at 7:40 PM. The City Council entered Executive Session at 7:53 PM and returned at 8:52 PM.
  6. 1.1. Call of the Roll. 24-1750 Placed on file ▶ jump to 0:23
  7. 1.2. Remembrances. 24-1751 Approved ▶ jump to 1:05
  8. 1.3. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 14, 2024. 24-1752 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 5:14
  9. 2. CITATIONS
  10. 2.1. Commending Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen for his distinguished service as President of this Council in 2024. 24-1703 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 5:25
  11. 2.2. Commending Councilor Judy Pineda Neufeld for her distinguished service as Vice President of this Council in 2024. 24-1704 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 6:21
  12. 2.3. Commending the Engineering Department for their outstanding achievements in the 2024 construction season. 24-1730 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 6:58
  13. 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS
  14. 3.1. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install approximately 251 feet of conduit in Prospect Street, from Utility Pole 291/14 to a point of pickup at 118 Prospect Street. 24-1707 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 13:51
  15. 3.2. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install approximately 25 feet of conduit and a new Manhole 32549 in Auburn Avenue, from Utility Pole 17/2 to a point of pickup at 11 Auburn Avenue. 24-1708 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 15:38
  16. 3.3. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install approximately 28 feet of conduit in Windsor Place, from existing Manhole 26724 to a point of pickup at 600 Windsor Place. 24-1710 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 16:11
  17. 3.4. Cambridge Network Solutions applying for a Grant of Location to install approximately 114 feet of conduit in Linwood Street and Fitchburg Street, from existing Manhole 22014 to a proposed Handhole and continuing to a point of pickup at 1 Fitchburg Street. 24-1711 Approved with conditions Pass ▶ jump to 16:41
  18. 3.5. Withdrawn. 24-1709 Withdrawn
  19. 4. ORDERS, ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND MOTIONS OF MEMBERS
  20. 4.1. That the Director of Mobility develop safety measures for the slip lane at the intersection of Elm Street, Somerville Avenue, and Craigie Street, also known as Wilson Park. 24-1731 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 144:46
  21. 4.2. That the Director of Parking develop a comprehensive plan to streamline the process for parking permits for in-home elder care and health providers, including Meals on Wheels. 24-1732 Approved and sent for discussion ▶ jump to 146:02
  22. 4.3. That the Commissioner of Public Works place a new street light at the corner of Broadway and Fenwick Street to address dark conditions at an important pedestrian crossing. 24-1733 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 147:51
  23. 4.4. That the Administration pursue harm reduction initiatives to provide alternative methods of addressing substance abuse with wraparound supports like basic health care, housing support, and recovery resources during the planning process for an overdose prevention center. 24-1734 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 149:00
  24. 4.5. That the Director of Mobility and the Director of Engineering create an on-demand, dedicated pedestrian phase for the traffic signals at the intersection of Broadway and School Street, with NO TURN ON RED signage for both eastbound Broadway traffic and northbound School Street traffic. 24-1735 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 150:16
  25. 4.6. That the Director of Mobility and the Director of Engineering appear before this Council to discuss the preparation of a change order to revert to the design of the bike lane entrance at Washington Street and Webster Avenue to the original 100% plans. 24-1736 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 46:12
  26. 4.7. That the Director of Mobility add the words EXCEPT BICYCLES to the Do Not Enter and One Way signage on Hawkins Street. 24-1737 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 151:33
  27. 4.8. That the Director of Mobility install DO NOT ENTER, EXCEPT RESIDENTS AND BICYCLES signage at the intersections of Ivaloo and Beacon Street and Ivaloo and Park Street. 24-1738 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 151:55
  28. 4.9. That the Director of Mobility install a speed bump on Tremont Street near Tremont Place. 24-1741 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 153:11
  29. 4.10. That the Director of Housing assist this Council in drafting changes to the Condominium Conversion Ordinance to enable the Condominium Review Board to fulfill its intended function and prevent circumvention of tenant's rights. 24-1740 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 153:45
  30. 4.11. In her capacity as Chair of the Charter Review Special Committee, conveying an update on the status of charter negotiations with the Mayor. 24-1739 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 158:17
  31. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
  32. 5.1. Commending Reebee Garofalo on the auspicious occasion of his 80th birthday. 24-1690 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 9:00
  33. 6. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
  34. 6.A. CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENTS AND PERSONNEL MATTERS COMMITTEE
  35. 6.A.1. Report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on December 2, 2024. 24-1743 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 20:03
  36. 6.A.2. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Amanda Nagim-Williams as Director of Racial and Social Justice. 24-1620 Approved Pass
  37. 6.A.3. Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Sean M. Sheehan to the position of Police Captain. 24-1657 Approved Pass
  38. 6.A.4. Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Paul Anderson to the position of Police Lieutenant. 24-1658 Approved Pass
  39. 6.A.5. Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Juan Ducasse Ayala to the position of Police Sergeant. 24-1661 Approved Pass
  40. 6.B. EQUITY, GENDER, FAMILIES AND VULNERABLE POPULATIONS COMMITTEE
  41. 6.B.1. Report of the Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations, meeting on December 10, 2024. 24-1748 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 159:59
  42. 6.B.2. Conveying an update on the development of a water bill ratepayer assistance program. 24-0674 Work completed
  43. 6.B.3. That the Administration address its plan to prevent displacement in relation to water and sewer bills. 24-0717 Work completed
  44. 6.B.4. That the Director of the Somerville Housing Authority discuss the Family Self Sufficiency Program, which assists public housing residents to reach financial goals, and how to expand its purpose, presence and usage. 24-1033 Work completed
  45. 6.B.5. That the Administration install diaper changing stations in both restrooms on the second floor of City Hall. 24-1183 Work completed
  46. 6.B.6. 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 Work completed
  47. 6.B.7. 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 recommendations to better support parents and caregivers. 24-1396 Work completed
  48. 6.B.8. Conveying an update on water and sewer rate restructuring. 24-1614 Work completed
  49. 6.C. FINANCE COMMITTEE
  50. 6.C.1. Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on December 10, 2024. 24-1747 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 160:20
  51. 6.C.2. Amending Section 2-323 of the Code of Ordinances, Salary Ranges, to provide cost-of-living adjustments for School Committee Members and City Councilors. Placed on file Pass
  52. 6.C.3. 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 Team rescue vehicle. 24-1260 Approved Pass
  53. 6.C.4. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $500,000 grant with no new match required, from MA Department of Conservation and Recreation to the Public Space and Urban Forestry Division for the Blessing of the Bay MassTrails improvement project. 24-1491 Approved Pass
  54. 6.C.5. Requesting approval to pay a prior year invoice totaling $5,730 using available funds in the Law Department's Legal Services Account for outside legal counsel services. 24-1543 Approved Pass
  55. 6.C.6. Requesting approval of a time-only contract extension of three years for PMA, LLC for Owner's Project Manager services for the Somerville High School project. 24-1545 Approved Pass
  56. 6.C.7. Requesting approval of a time-only contract extension for Suffolk Construction, for Construction Manager services for the Somerville High School project. 24-1546 Approved Pass
  57. 6.C.8. Requesting approval of a time-only contract extension for Symmes Maini & McKee Associates, Inc. for design services for the Somerville High School project. 24-1547 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 164:52
  58. 6.C.9. Requesting the transfer of $5,425 from the Human Resources Professional & Technical Services Account to the Law Professional & Technical Services Account for invoices for the physician on the Medical Panel Review Board. 24-1550 Approved Pass
  59. 6.C.10. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $38,803.02 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Natural Gas Account for natural gas delivery services. 24-1562 Approved Pass
  60. 6.C.11. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $7,539.86 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Electricity Account for solar generation services. 24-1566 Approved Pass
  61. 6.C.12. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $35,917.36 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Electricity Account for solar generation services. 24-1569 Approved Pass
  62. 6.C.13. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $1,710 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Sanitation Benches & Barrels Account for Big Belly containers. 24-1570 Approved Pass
  63. 6.C.14. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $2,682 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Buildings Rental Equipment Account for equipment rental services. 24-1571 Approved Pass
  64. 6.C.15. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $2,569.52 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Buildings HVAC R&M Account for HVAC repair services. 24-1572 Approved Pass
  65. 6.C.16. Requesting approval of the use of available funds in the amount of $60,000 from the Department of Public Works Highway Wages Account to fund the Lets Get Working Program. 24-1573 Approved Pass
  66. 6.C.17. Requesting approval to appropriate $147,902 from the Energy Stabilization Fund to replace steam traps. 24-1574 Approved Pass
  67. 6.C.18. Conveying the draft Armory Master Plan. 24-1580 Work completed
  68. 6.C.19. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $82,357.50 grant with no new match required from Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs to the Council on Aging for social, educational and physical wellness programming. 24-1635 Approved Pass
  69. 6.C.20. Requesting approval to appropriate $340,000 from the Union Square Community Benefits Fund, with $200,000 for Workforce Development Services and $140,000 for Small Business Technical Assistance Services. 24-1649 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 165:07
  70. 6.C.21. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $29,074.72 using available funds in various Police Department Ordinary Maintenance Accounts for unpaid invoices. 24-1654 Approved Pass
  71. 6.C.22. That the Director of Grants and External Funds explain to this Council in writing whether the city can apply for a grant through the Advanced Transportation Technologies and Innovation (ATTAIN) Program to fund a North-South microtransit pilot program, and apply if it is possible. 24-1684 Work completed
  72. 6.C.23. Director of Economic Development and Director of the Arts Council requesting that this Council's Finance Committee hold a public hearing on the draft Armory Master Plan. 24-1691 Work completed
  73. 6.D. LAND USE COMMITTEE
  74. 6.D.1. Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on December 5, 2024. 24-1744 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 115:47
  75. 6.D.2. That the Director of Engineering appear before the Committee on Land Use to discuss how required electrical equipment can modify the plans for already-approved new developments, such as at 379 Somerville Avenue. 24-0790 Work completed
  76. 6.D.3. That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development update this Council on the possibility of receiving additional federal financing for transit-oriented development through the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA 49) initiative and the potential eligibility of projects in Somerville. 24-0909 Work completed
  77. 6.D.4. Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Sections 1.1.4, 2.1.1, 3.1.18, 3.2.17, 4.1.15, 4.2.15, 4.3.15, 4.4.16, 5.1.17, 6.1.13, 6.2.15, 6.3.13, 6.4.16, 7.2.9, 7.3.9, 8.2.4.c, 9.2.3, 9.2.6, 11.2.4, 11.2.5, 11.2.6, 11.3, 12.1.7, 15.2.1, and Table 9.1.1 of the Zoning Ordinance to address various parking requirements. 24-1197 Ordinance ordained as amended Pass ▶ jump to 118:04
  78. 6.D.5. That the Director of Planning, Preservation, and Zoning work with this Council to determine how to remove legislative barriers to increasing accessible housing, particularly when residents wish to add accessible features to their home. 24-1213 Work completed
  79. 6.D.6. 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 ground. 24-1312 Work completed
  80. 6.D.7. 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 Work completed
  81. 6.D.8. 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 Ordinance ordained Pass ▶ jump to 124:01
  82. 6.D.9. That the Administration explore opportunities to utilize the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Communities Catalyst Fund to spur new housing acquisition or production, particularly in the Winter Hill, Gilman Square, and East Somerville neighborhoods. 24-1480 Work completed
  83. 6.E. LICENSES AND PERMITS COMMITTEE
  84. 6.E.1. Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on December 11, 2024. 24-1749 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 170:53
  85. 6.E.2. Renewing Garage License, Dewire Family Trust, 141 Beacon Street. 24-1109 Approved with conditions Pass
  86. 6.E.3. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install approximately 115 feet of conduit in Medford Street and Warren Street, starting from Utility Pole 228/4 to a point of pickup at 16 Medford Street. 24-1554 Approved Pass
  87. 6.E.4. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install approximately 4,098 feet of conduit and three new manholes in McGrath Highway, Washington Street, and Joy Street. 24-1555 Approved Pass
  88. 6.E.5. Comcast applying for a Grant of Location to install approximately 43 feet of conduit in Warren Street, starting from Utility Pole 1 to a point of pickup at 16 Medford Street. 24-1556 Approved Pass
  89. 6.E.6. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install approximately 65 feet of conduit in Washington Street, from Utility Pole 358/29 to a point of pickup at 192 Washington Street. 24-1557 Approved Pass
  90. 6.E.7. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install approximately 53 feet of conduit in Somerville Avenue, from existing Manhole 28941 to an approximate point of pickup at 557 Somerville Avenue. 24-1558 Approved Pass
  91. 6.E.8. Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install approximately 122 feet of conduit in Laurel Street and Somerville Avenue, from Utility Pole 199/0 to an approximate point of pickup at a proposed handhole at 515 Somerville Avenue. 24-1559 Approved Pass
  92. 6.E.9. New Flammables License, 74M Property Owner, LLC, 74 Middlesex Avenue, storing 6,870 gallons. 24-1560 Approved Pass
  93. 6.E.10. That representatives from Eversource, Comcast, RCN, Verizon and any other service providers appear before this Council to discuss transfers, pole removals and any other overhead service. 24-1777 Approved and sent for discussion Pass
  94. 6.F. OPEN SPACE, ENVIRONMENT AND ENERGY COMMITTEE
  95. 6.F.1. Report of the Committee on Open Space, Environment and Energy, meeting on December 9, 2024. 24-1746 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 173:46
  96. 6.F.2. That the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment update this Council on the design, cost, and implementation timeline for the city's composting program. 24-0370 Work completed
  97. 6.F.3. Green & Open Somerville and Earthwise Aware submitting comments re: invasive plant species. 24-0457 Work completed
  98. 6.F.4. That the Director of Parks and Recreation, the Director of SomerPromise and the Out of School Time Coordinator, report to the City Council on the status of children and teen participation in the summer recreation and education programs. 24-1029 Work completed
  99. 6.F.5. 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 Work completed
  100. 6.G. PUBLIC UTILITIES AND PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
  101. 6.G.1. Report of the Committee on Public Utilities and Public Works, meeting on December 9, 2024. 24-1745 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 182:48
  102. 6.G.2. That the Director of Emergency Management discuss the city’s emergency response plan for freight train routes and action plans in the event of a derailment or chemical spill. 24-1182 Work completed
  103. 6.G.3. That the Administration update this Council on plans for the Cummings School building and Founders Memorial Skating Rink this fiscal year. 24-1306 Work completed
  104. 6.G.4. 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 records for each. 24-1398 Work completed
  105. 6.G.5. That the Commissioner of Public Works repair the streetlights along Mystic Avenue between the Medford line and Temple Street. 24-1481 Work completed
  106. 6.G.6. That the Director of Inspectional Services appear before this Council to discuss the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA)’s application to the Mass Architectural Access Board, on behalf of the City of Somerville, to circumvent Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance. 24-1486 Work completed
  107. 6.G.7. That the Administration provide this Council with a comprehensive status update of all Veterans Monuments affected by the construction and renovations around the High School complex. 24-1608 Work completed
  108. 6.G.8. That the Director of Water and Sewer appear before this Council to discuss recent extended outages in Ward 2 and mitigation plans for future work. 24-1637 Work completed
  109. 107 page break
  110. 6.H. TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMITTEE
  111. 6.H.1. Report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on December 2, 2024. 24-1742 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 176:19
  112. 6.H.2. 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 Alliance of Safe Streets (SASS). 24-1274 Work completed
  113. 6.H.3. 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 Work completed
  114. 6.H.4. That the Administration facilitate bike parking for large licensed public events in the city. 24-1400 Work completed
  115. 6.H.5. That the Director of Parking and the Director of Mobility install ALL-WAY STOP signs and safety measures at the Cedar Street intersection with the Community Path. 24-1464 Work completed
  116. 6.H.6. That the Director of Mobility explore ways to make the intersection of Gilman and Aldrich Streets safer, including adding clear signage and painting. 24-1466 Work completed
  117. 6.H.7. That the Director of Mobility install STOP signs making the intersections of Temple Street and the following streets 4-way stops: Bailey Road, Governor Winthrop Road, Puritan Avenue, Putnam Street, and Ten Hills Road. 24-1482 Work completed
  118. 6.H.8. That the Director of Mobility install a flashing STOP sign on Puritan Avenue at its intersection with Temple Street. 24-1483 Work completed
  119. 6.H.9. That the Director of Mobility install speed humps on Medford Street between Central and School Streets. 24-1484 Work completed
  120. 6.H.10. That the Chief of Police provide an explanation regarding why there was no police assistance or crossing guard coverage at the intersection of Curtis Street and Powderhouse Boulevard during school drop-off hours on October 23, 2024. 24-1529 Work completed
  121. 6.H.11. That the Chief of Police, in collaboration with the Director of Mobility, develop and present a plan to ensure that crossing guards are adequately stationed at critical intersections near schools during high-traffic hours and that, in the absence of crossing guards, police officers are deployed to ensure the safety of students and families. 24-1530 Work completed
  122. 6.H.12. That the Director of Mobility install a raised crosswalk at the intersection of Cedar Street and the Community Path. 24-1592 Work completed
  123. 6.H.13. That the Administration provide an update to this Council on the Citywide Parking and Curb Use report and what recommendations, if any, have been implemented. 24-1597 Work completed
  124. 6.H.14. That the Director of Mobility re-evaluate and strengthen the NO TRUCKS signage at the corner of Warren Avenue and Bow Street in the aftermath of the 18-wheeler that became seriously stuck and blocked traffic on November 10-11, 2024. 24-1607 Work completed
  125. 6.H.15. That the Director of Engineering update this Council on the timeline to straighten the community path crossing of School Street. 24-1609 Work completed
  126. 6.H.16. That the Director of Mobility install bicycle traffic lights and appropriate YIELD TO PEDESTRIANS signage at the intersection of Somerville Avenue and Park Street. 24-1610 Work completed
  127. 6.H.17. That the Director of Parking discuss with this Council how to ensure that permit-only parking is available to non-resident parents with shared custody of children enrolled in Somerville Public Schools. 24-1673 Work completed
  128. 6.H.18. That the Director of Parking install signage indicating the grace period, during daycare pickup and drop-off hours, during which parking tickets will not be issued in front of 99A Dover Street. 24-1674 Work completed
  129. 7. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR
  130. 7.1. Requesting that this Council convene in Executive Session to discuss and act upon satisfaction options in the matter of Cobble Hill Center, LLC v. Somerville Redevelopment Authority. 24-1723 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 50:34
  131. 7.2. Requesting authorization to borrow $4,757,000 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for the recurring FY 2025 Sewer Improvements program. 24-1694 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 190:17
  132. 7.3. Requesting approval to appropriate $20,900 from the Energy Stabilization Fund to add attic insulation to the Recreation Department at 16 Walnut Street. 24-1712 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 190:20
  133. 7.4. Requesting the appropriation of $110,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the 90 Washington Demonstration Project Account for ongoing litigation costs. 24-1713 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 190:20
  134. 7.5. Requesting approval to use available funds in the SomerViva Salaries account in the amount of $36,911 to fund an increase of the Legal Services Coordinator and Immigration Policy Analyst position from part-time to full-time. 24-1756 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 114:13
  135. 7.6. Requesting approval of a transfer of $60,159 from the Public Space and Urban Forestry Capital Account to the Public Space and Urban Forestry Ordinary Maintenance Account for Tree Keeper/311 Integration expenses. 24-1718 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 190:22
  136. 7.7. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $295,463 grant with no new match required, from Executive Office of Public Safety and Security to the Police Department for 911 personnel costs. 24-1727 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 190:23
  137. 7.8. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $133,427.11 grant with no new match required, from Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security to the Police Department for training and recertification and additional staffing support. 24-1728 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 190:25
  138. 7.9. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $75,350 grant with no new match required, from Massachusetts Office on Disability to the Department of Racial and Social Justice for the completion of an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan. 24-1697 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 113:53
  139. 7.10. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $60,000 grant with no new match required, from Executive Office of Public Safety and Security to the Police Department for traffic safety enforcement. 24-1659 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 190:26
  140. 7.11. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $40,021 grant with no new match required, from Department of Mental Health to the Police Department for the continuation of partial funding for the Jail Diversion Coordinator position. 24-1660 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 190:27
  141. 7.12. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $26,502.44 grant with no new match required, from University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School to the Health and Human Services Department for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) outreach assistance. 24-1655 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 113:26
  142. 7.13. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $2,063.40 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Buildings Fire Alarm R&M Account for fire alarm equipment programming. 24-1643 Referred for recommendation
  143. 7.14. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $1,725.65 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Administration In State Travel Account for EZ pass. 24-1642 Referred for recommendation
  144. 7.15. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Alfred Rymill III as Housing Authority Police Officer. 24-1689 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 190:38
  145. 7.16. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Lauren Chapman to the Human Rights Commission. 24-1696 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 190:57
  146. 7.17. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Brian Sokol to the Human Rights Commission. 24-1698 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 191:00
  147. 7.18. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Alex Barbat to the Commission for Women. 24-1700 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 191:19
  148. 7.19. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jenny Bonham Carter to the Human Rights Commission. 24-1699 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 191:01
  149. 7.20. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Katelin Firth to the Commission for Women. 24-1701 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 191:31
  150. 7.21. Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Mary Battinelli as Constable. 24-1715 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 191:42
  151. 7.22. Conveying changes to the reappointment policy for boards, commissions and committees. 24-1726 Placed on file and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 191:53
  152. 8. COMMUNICATIONS OF CITY OFFICERS
  153. 8.1. Planning Board conveying recommendations for items #24-1197 and #24-1367. 24-1695 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 192:54
  154. 8.2. City Clerk conveying an update on the block party license process. 24-1702 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 193:08
  155. 8.3. Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning & Community Development conveying an update on market conditions and available tools to stimulate growth. 24-1719 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 112:52
  156. 9. NEW BUSINESS
  157. 9.1. Renewing Automatic Amusement Device License, Lucky Strike, 325 Revolution Drive. 24-1714 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 173:26
  158. 9.2. Renewing Drainlayer's License, Keash Excavating, Inc. 24-1705 Approved Pass
  159. 9.3. Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Broadway Auto Sales, 525 Broadway. 24-1717 Approved Pass
  160. 9.4. Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Motorcycles & More LLC, 109 Bailey Road. 24-1716 Approved Pass
  161. 9.5. Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Web Motor Sales, 5 Middlesex Avenue. 24-1706 Approved Pass
  162. 9.6. Jonathan Silverstein and Peter Mullane submitting comments re: item #24-1315, an order regarding lot splits and mergers. 24-1724 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 193:44
  163. 10. SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS
  164. 10.1. That the Administration discuss how it plans to keep city employees and residents safe from sexual harassment and previous ways it has done so in recent years. 24-1753 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 194:00
  165. 10.2. Amending Sections 9-31 through 9-44 of the Code of Ordinances to support the end of wage theft. 24-1754 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 38:57
  166. 10.3. Calling for integrity and accountability in the workplace. 24-1755 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 201:18
  167. 10.4. Conveying information regarding the rental registry. 24-1758 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 203:00
  168. 10.5. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $24,500 grant with no new match required, from Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security to the Police Department for ambulance service. 24-1729 Referred for recommendation
  169. 10.6. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $545.03 using available funds in the Human Resources Professional & Technical Services for reimbursement of expenses relating to the Chief of Police interview process. 24-1725 Referred for recommendation
  170. 10.7. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Michael Tran to the position of Police Officer. 24-1761 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 191:10
  171. 10.8. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Ryan Westgate to the position of Police Officer. 24-1762 Referred for recommendation
  172. 10.9. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Victor Romero Palomo to the position of Police Officer. 24-1763 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 191:11
  173. 10.10. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Sarah Pascarella to the Library Board of Trustees. 24-1757 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 209:05
  174. 10.11. Withdrawn. 24-1231 Withdrawn
  175. 10.12. Withdrawn. 24-1395 Withdrawn
  176. 10.13. Withdrawn. 24-1553 Withdrawn
  177. 10.14. Withdrawn. 24-1633 Withdrawn
  178. 10.15. Withdrawn. 24-1634 Withdrawn
  179. 10.16. Withdrawn. 24-1653 Withdrawn
  180. 10.17. Renewing Automatic Amusement Device License, The Public, 563 Broadway. 24-1760 Approved Pass
  181. 10.18. Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, John's Auto Sales, 181 Somerville Ave. 24-1775 Approved Pass
  182. 10.19. Mayor's Office applying for a Public Event License for Annual Menorah Lighting on December 26 from 4pm to 8pm (raindate December 30). 24-1759 Approved Pass
  183. 10.20. Adriane Brayton and Jess White submitting comments re: item #24-1580, draft Armory Master Plan. 24-1772 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 209:19
  184. 10.21. Three residents submitting comments re: West Branch Library. 24-1773 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 209:35
  185. 10.22. Cole Rainey-Slavick submitting comments re: item #24-1674, parking for daycare pick-up and drop-off. 24-1774 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 209:36
  186. 10.23. Kim Schmahmann and Alyson Schultz submitting comments re: item #24-1711, Cambridge Network Solutions applying for a Grant of Location for 1 Fitchburg Street. 24-1776 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 209:37
  187. 11. LATE ITEMS
  188. 12. ADJOURNMENT
  189. 11.1. Requesting the appropriation of $12,000,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Judgments and Settlements Account to pay additional costs of purchasing the parcel of land known as 90 Washington Street. 24-1720 Approved Pass
  190. 11.2. Requesting the appropriation of $94,536 from the Receipts Reserved for Appropriation, Supplemental State Aid Account to the Judgments and Settlements Account to pay additional costs of purchasing the parcel of land known as 90 Washington Street. 24-1721 Approved Pass
  191. 11.3. Requesting authorization to borrow $14,400,000 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount to pay additional costs of purchasing the parcel of land known as 90 Washington Street. 24-1722 Approved Pass
  192. 189 The meeting was Adjourned at 10:33 PM on a roll call vote of 10 in favor (McLaughlin, Davis, Wilson, Sait, Scott, Mbah, Clingan, Strezo, Pineda Neufeld, Ewen-Campen), 1 opposed (Burnley).