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September 12, 2024 ·7:00 PM Final

City Council Chamber and Remote Participation

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  1. 1 Published September 10, 2024 1:30 PM, Revised Published September 12, 2024 12:30 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 Council entered recess at 7:23 PM and returned at 7:29 PM. The Council entered Executive Session at 9:10 PM and returned at 10:16 PM.
  6. 1.1. Call of the Roll. 24-1321 Placed on file ▶ jump to 0:24
  7. 1.2. Remembrances. 24-1322 Approved ▶ jump to 1:01
  8. 1.3. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 11, 2024. 24-1323 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 6:45
  9. 2. CITATIONS
  10. 2.1. Commending Charles Femino on the auspicious occasion of his retirement after over 30 years of distinguished service to the Police Department. 24-1257 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 6:54
  11. 2.2. 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 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 27:51
  12. 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS
  13. 3.1. 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 9411 to Utility Pole 646/8. 24-1230 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 32:23
  14. 3.2. 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 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 33:16
  15. 3.3. 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 at the northwestern property line for 121-123 Washington Street. 24-1241 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 35:56
  16. 3.4. 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 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 36:36
  17. 4. ORDERS, ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND MOTIONS OF MEMBERS
  18. 4.1. 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 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 104:22
  19. 4.2. 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 for the library closing in the middle of the day and what immediate steps are being taken to reopen the library during this time period to best support library staff and patrons. 24-1263 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 37:30
  20. 4.3. 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 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 104:42
  21. 4.4. 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 restricting public way accessibility. 24-1268 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 105:49
  22. 4.5. 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 released from school. 24-1267 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 107:39
  23. 4.6. 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 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 108:53
  24. 4.7. That the Director of Mobility install a raised crosswalk at the intersection of Boston and Kidder Avenues. 24-1266 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 109:22
  25. 4.8. 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 proper waste handling and contracting for city waste collection. 24-1272 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 109:56
  26. 4.9. 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 activities that meet their needs and interests. 24-1270 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 37:30
  27. 4.10. 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 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 37:30
  28. 4.11. 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 approved block parties. 24-1269 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 116:16
  29. 4.12. 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 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 37:30
  30. 4.13. 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 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 195:11
  31. 4.14. 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 may enter onto private property; 2. how much time must elapse subsequent to the issuance of a citation for the city to “cause the work to be performed and charge the owner of the property and place a lien against the property for expenses incurred"; and 3. the minimum amount of time that may be imposed pursuant to 11-038 (e). 24-1275 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 195:22
  32. 4.15. 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 Rodent Issues, on the number of rodent complaints received from January 1, 2024 to date, including the information detailed within. 24-1276 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 195:22
  33. 4.16. 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 Assistance Program requests submitted from January 1, 2024 to date, including the average waiting time for inspections and bait station installation and a plan of action to expedite the process. 24-1277 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 195:22
  34. 4.17. 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 schools. 24-1284 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 198:47
  35. 4.18. That the Commissioner of Public Works provide an update on efforts to eliminate rat infiltration in school buildings. 24-1285 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 198:47
  36. 4.19. That the Commissioner of Public Works discuss use restrictions in place for Somerville Public School athletic teams at Reavis field. 24-1286 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 198:47
  37. 4.20. 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 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 198:47
  38. 4.21. That the Commissioner of Public Works provide an update on repairs to damaged play structures at the Capuano Early Education Center schoolyard. 24-1288 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 198:47
  39. 4.22. 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 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 198:47
  40. 4.23. That the Director of Mobility place speed bumps and other traffic calming measures along Bonair Street by the Edgerly School. 24-1294 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 199:19
  41. 4.24. 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 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 37:30
  42. 4.25. 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 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 200:01
  43. 4.26. That the Commissioner of Public Works increase lighting along the intersection of Joy and Washington Streets. 24-1297 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 200:01
  44. 4.27. That the Commissioner of Public Works return the trash receptacle in front 168 Broadway. 24-1298 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 201:06
  45. 4.28. 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 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 201:28
  46. 4.29. 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 December 31, 2024. 24-1300 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 203:38
  47. 4.30. 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 Pool for periodic maintenance. 24-1301 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 204:16
  48. 4.31. 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 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 205:44
  49. 4.32. That the Director of Finance and the Budget Director present this Council with an updated Capital Investment Plan. 24-1303 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 206:30
  50. 4.33. 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 and programming for youth. 24-1304 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 206:51
  51. 4.34. That the Administration explore activating Somerville High School for community uses outside of school hours. 24-1305 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 208:10
  52. 4.35. That the Administration update this Council on plans for the Cummings School building and Founders Memorial Skating Rink this fiscal year. 24-1306 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 210:21
  53. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
  54. 6. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
  55. 6.A. FINANCE COMMITTEE
  56. 6.A.1. Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on September 10, 2024. 24-1292 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 237:43
  57. 6.A.2. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $300,000 grant renewal with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Bureau of Infectious Disease & Laboratory Sciences to the Health and Human Services Department for local health support for COVID-19 case investigation and contact tracing. 24-1074 Approved Pass
  58. 6.A.3. Requesting approval to appropriate $150,000 from the Salary & Wage Stabilization Fund to the Police Department - Personal Services - Other Lump Sum Benefits account to settle pending litigation. 24-1075 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 238:32
  59. 6.A.4. Requesting approval to extend and amend a contract with Warner Larson Incorporated until 9/30/2025 for the additional services needed to complete the Dilboy Auxiliary Fields Re-Design project. 24-1076 Approved Pass
  60. 6.A.5. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $3,600,000 grant with no new match required, from the MassWorks Infrastructure Program to the Department of Infrastructure & Asset Management for the Inner Belt & Brickbottom Pedestrian Crossing. 24-1078 Approved Pass
  61. 6.A.6. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $959,500 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission to the Office of Strategic Planning & Community Development Mobility Division for the Transit Pass Pilot Program, Traffic Signal Pre-emption for Emergency Services and Middlesex Ave - Mystic Ave Intersection Project. 24-1082 Approved Pass
  62. 6.A.7. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $50 using available funds in the Department of Infrastructure & Asset Management Ordinary Maintenance Fee account for a Department of Conservation & Recreation Construction Access Permit. 24-1083 Approved Pass
  63. 6.A.8. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $19,747.90 using available funds in the Office of Strategic Planning & Community Development Administration Legal Services account for the Somerville Redevelopment Authority 90 Washington St appeal. 24-1089 Approved Pass
  64. 6.A.9. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $99,886.56 grant with no new match required, from the MA Technology Collaborative to the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development Economic Development Division for digital navigation services to Somerville Housing Authority residents. 24-1090 Approved Pass
  65. 6.A.10. Requesting approval of an amendment to the Stormwater Drainage Easement at 10-20 Innerbelt Road. 24-1150 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 238:32
  66. 6.A.11. Requesting approval of a Maintenance Easement and License Agreement for 0 Middlesex and Kensington Avenue. 24-1151 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 238:32
  67. 6.A.12. Requesting approval of a Pedestrian Access Easement and Grant of License for 3-5 Hawkins Street. 24-1160 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 238:32
  68. 6.A.13. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $1,853.28 using available funds in the Department of Veterans Services Office Supplies and Office Equipment accounts for supplies and equipment purchases. 24-1161 Approved Pass
  69. 6.A.14. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $1,080 using available funds in the Department of Veterans Services Professional & Technical Services Account for transportation during the 2024 Memorial Day Parade. 24-1162 Approved Pass
  70. 6.A.15. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $3,071.16 using available funds in the SomerViva Office of Immigrant Affairs Professional & Technical Services account for interpretation services. 24-1163 Approved Pass
  71. 6.A.16. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $112.93 using available funds in the Health and Human Services Department Reimbursement of Licenses Account for Canva subscription. 24-1169 Approved Pass
  72. 6.A.17. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $62,400 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Grounds R&M Account for playground surface repairs. 24-1172 Approved Pass
  73. 6.A.18. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $960.24 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Administration Office Supplies account for the purchase of office supplies. 24-1173 Approved Pass
  74. 6.A.19. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $8,609.72 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Sanitation Benches & Barrels Account for the purchase of trash containers. 24-1174 Approved Pass
  75. 6.A.20. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $37.27 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Administration Lease Copier account for photocopier lease expenses. 24-1175 Approved Pass
  76. 6.A.21. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $225 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Rentals Buildings account for portal restroom rentals. 24-1176 Approved Pass
  77. 6.A.22. Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $659 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Administration License Reimbursement Account for employee operator licenses. 24-1177 Approved Pass
  78. 6.A.23. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $22,781.32 grant with no new match required, from the Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for the installation of access controls and additional card entry access. 24-1185 Approved Pass
  79. 6.A.24. Requesting approval of a time-only extension until 09/30/2024 for the contract with the Public Consulting Group, LLC to continue the Medicaid Billing and Collection Services. 24-1187 Approved Pass
  80. 6.A.25. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $237,939.81 grant with no new match required, from the Metropolitan Area Planning Council to the Health and Human Services Department for a team performing multi-municipal shared public health services including a Shared Services Coordinator, a Regional Nurse, and a Clinical Community Health Worker. 24-1193 Approved Pass
  81. 6.B. LAND USE COMMITTEE
  82. 6.B.1. Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on September 5, 2024. 24-1291 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 211:34
  83. 6.B.2. Mo Rizkallah requesting a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 5 Homer Square from Neighborhood Residence (NR) to Urban Residence (UR). 24-0607 Not approved Fail ▶ jump to 215:07
  84. 6.B.3. 14 registered voters requesting a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 136 School Street from Urban Residence (UR) to Mid-Rise 6 (MR6), 95 Highland Avenue from Neighborhood Residence (NR) to MR6, and 97, 99-99A, 101-103, and 107 Highland Avenue from Mid-Rise 5 (MR5) to MR6. 24-0641 Ordinance ordained Pass ▶ jump to 215:54
  85. 6.B.4. 14 registered voters requesting a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 228, 230, 232, 234, 236 Pearl Street from Mid-Rise 4 (MR4) to Mid-Rise 6 (MR6). 24-0642 Ordinance ordained Pass ▶ jump to 217:14
  86. 6.B.5. Emily Duquette submitting comments re: item #24-0641, a Zoning Map Amendment for the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA). 24-0898 Work completed
  87. 6.B.6. 8 individuals submitting comments re: item #24-0607, a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 5 Homer Square from Neighborhood Residence (NR) to Urban Residence (UR). 24-1092 Work completed
  88. 6.B.7. 3 individuals submitting comments re: item #24-0641, a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 136 School Street from Urban Residence (UR) to Mid-Rise 6 (MR6), 95 Highland Avenue from Neighborhood Residence (NR) to MR6, and 97, 99-99A, 101-103, and 107 Highland Avenue from Mid-Rise 5 (MR5) to MR6. 24-1164 Work completed
  89. 6.B.8. 26 individuals submitting comments re: item #24-0642, a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 228, 230, 232, 234, 236 Pearl Street from Mid-Rise 4 (MR4) to Mid-Rise 6 (MR6). 24-1165 Work completed
  90. 6.B.9. Planning Board conveying recommendations for items #24-0607 and #24-0641. 24-1194 Work completed
  91. 6.B.10. Planning Board conveying recommendations for items #24-0551 and #24-0642. 24-1195 Work completed
  92. 6.B.11. That the City Solicitor provide an opinion on whether the Zoning Map Amendment proposed in item #24-0642 is considered spot zoning. 24-1290 Approved Pass
  93. 91 page break
  94. 6.C. PUBLIC HEALTH AND PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
  95. 6.C.1. Report of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on September 11, 2024. 24-1293 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 239:30
  96. 6.C.2. That the Director of Inspectional Services provide the Ward 1 City Councilor with any tickets and fines associated with the Home Depot, Circuit City, and the surrounding area in the past ten years. 24-0920 Work completed
  97. 6.C.3. That the Director of Inspectional Services inspect the Home Depot, Circuit City, and surrounding area for code violations and report back to the Ward 1 City Councilor. 24-0921 Work completed
  98. 6.C.4. That the Director of Inspectional Services (ISD) provide the Ward 1 City Councilor with a list of all ISD tickets issued in Ward 1 on May 6, 2024. 24-0924 Work completed
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  100. 7. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR
  101. 7.1. 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 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 129:23
  102. 7.2. 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 improvements. 24-1259 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 250:47
  103. 7.3. Requesting authorization to borrow $6,018,969 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for street and sidewalk reconstruction. 24-1225 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 251:03
  104. 7.4. Requesting approval to appropriate $56,215.42 from the Bike Share Stabilization Fund for installation and startup costs for a BlueBike station at 200 Inner Belt Road. 24-1227 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 251:03
  105. 7.5. 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 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 101:30
  106. 7.6. Requesting approval of a time-only contract extension for fourteen months with a new expiration date of 12/31/2025, for P Gioioso & Sons Inc for construction services for the Spring Hill Sewer Separation project. 24-1228 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 251:03
  107. 7.7. Requesting approval of a time-only contract extension for twelve months with a new expiration date of 12/31/2025, for Stantec Consulting Services Inc for design services for the Spring Hill Sewer Separation project. 24-1229 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 251:03
  108. 7.8. 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 Sustainability and Environment for sustainable and resilient zoning development. 24-1261 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 251:03
  109. 7.9. 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 meeting with Department Heads. 24-1309 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 251:03
  110. 7.10. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Courtney Brunson to the Somerville Redevelopment Authority. 24-1226 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 251:27
  111. 7.11. Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Lynn Richards to the Planning Board. 24-1232 Referred for recommendation ▶ jump to 251:27
  112. 7.12. Requesting approval of an exemption for Brandon Lafee under MGL c268A, s20(b). 24-1282 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 251:35
  113. 7.13. Conveying recommendations on Charter reform. 24-1308 Placed on file and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 99:21
  114. 7.14. Conveying an update on the establishment of a Youth Advisory Committee. 24-1310 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 251:48
  115. 8. COMMUNICATIONS OF CITY OFFICERS
  116. 8.1. Planning Board conveying recommendations for items #24-0679 and #24-0680. 24-1280 Placed on file and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 251:55
  117. 9. NEW BUSINESS
  118. 9.1. Renewing Drainlayer's License, F.E. French Construction Inc. 24-1233 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  119. 9.2. Renewing Drainlayer's License, J.R. and Sons Construction, Inc. 24-1237 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  120. 9.3. Renewing Drainlayer's License, L.V.M.J. Corporation. 24-1234 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  121. 9.4. Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Falafel Place, 1 Main St. 24-1235 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  122. 9.5. Renewing Garage License, Good Gas Somerville, 343 Medford Street. 24-1238 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  123. 9.6. Renewing Taxi Medallion, V.I.N.L. Transportation, Inc., Med. #65. 24-1236 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  124. 9.7. New Sign/Awning License, Cole Haan, 550 Assembly Row, 1 blade sign and 1 storefront sign. 24-1239 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  125. 9.8. Parks and Recreation applying for a Public Event License for Fall Festival on September 21 from 8:30am to 3pm. 24-1243 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  126. 9.9. 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 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  127. 9.10. Kevin Fitzpatrick applying for a Public Event License for Greene Street BP on September 28 from 2pm to 9pm (raindate October 5). 24-1244 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  128. 9.11. Anton Tutter applying for a Public Event License for Outside on Oxford on September 28 from 2pm to 10pm (raindate October 5). 24-1245 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  129. 9.12. 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 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  130. 9.13. 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 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  131. 9.14. 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 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  132. 9.15. Annie Pinnell applying for a Public Event License for Art Sale on October 20 from 9:30am to 4:30pm. 24-1248 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  133. 9.16. Samuel Feller applying for a Public Event License for Annual Chili Cookoff on October 26 from 10am to 5pm (raindate November 2). 24-1251 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  134. 9.17. 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 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  135. 9.18. 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 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  136. 9.19. Kelsey Kent applying for a Public Event License for Lexington Ave Halloween on October 31 from 4pm to 10pm. 24-1307 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  137. 9.20. 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 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  138. 9.21. 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 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  139. 9.22. Daniel Cayarga submitting comments re: Seven Hills Park. 24-1254 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 252:37
  140. 9.23. 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 Text amendment to create the Somernova Innovation Sub-Area. 24-1256 Placed on file and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 252:37
  141. 9.24. Beatriz Gomez Mouakad submitting comments re: Somerville Municipal Employees Association. 24-1281 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 252:37
  142. 9.25. Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) conveying the alteration of location of a section of State highway. 24-1255 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 252:37
  143. 10. SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS
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  145. 10.1. 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 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 253:03
  146. 10.2. 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 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 255:09
  147. 10.3. 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 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 257:19
  148. 10.4. 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 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 260:27
  149. 10.5. 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 property owners accordingly. 24-1320 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 261:16
  150. 10.6. 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 alike. 24-1313 Placed on file and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 37:30
  151. 10.7. 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 Employees Association members. 24-1314 Placed on file and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 37:30
  152. 10.8. 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 services. 24-1326 Approved and sent for discussion Pass ▶ jump to 262:22
  153. 10.9. 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 space be designated for City Councilors. 24-1325 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 263:50
  154. 10.10. Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 45 Perry Street. 24-1327 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  155. 10.11. Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 112 Fremont Street. 24-1328 Approved Pass ▶ jump to 252:07
  156. 10.12. 409 individuals, including one resident, submitting comments re: ceasefire. 24-1329 Placed on file Pass ▶ jump to 263:54
  157. 11. ADJOURNMENT
  158. 155 The meeting was Adjourned at 11:25 PM.