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Everett City Council · 2022–2023 Council · Regular meeting

August 8, 2022

27 recorded votes, 22 with disagreement.

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Attendance

Note on these minutes: Pages 5 to 12 of this scan are too faint for machine reading; MassVoter transcribed them from the page images. The Members Present list does not include Jimmy Le, who is counted absent.

Present: Irene Cardillo, Richard Dell Isola, Alfred Lattanzi, Darren Costa, John F. Hanlon, Michael Marchese, Stephanie Martins, Wayne A. Matewsky, Vivian Nguyen, Stephanie Smith

Absent: Jimmy Le

Every vote, in order

Public Hearings

Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending acceptance of donations to the Summer Jobs Program totaling $1,250.00 as follows: Weston & Sampson - $250.00, Team Work Cleaning Concepts - $1,000.00

Minutes, page 2

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

2. C0349-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President An order recommending acceptance of donations to the Summer Jobs Program totaling $1,250.00 as follows: Weston & Sampson - $250.00, Team Work Cleaning Concepts - $1,000.00 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, | Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Hanlon

From the minutes

“2. C0349-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President An order recommending acceptance of donations to the Summer Jobs Program totaling $1,250.00 as follows: Weston & Sampson - $250.00, Team Work Cleaning Concepts - $1,000.00 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, | Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Hanlon.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Favorable Action — Ordinance: An ordinance amending Section 4-5 (Affordable Housing Linkage Fee) 4(g) Collection of Linkage Fees Veto message from His Honor The Mayor

Minutes, page 2

ApproveFailed · 7–3

3. €0272-22 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins An ordinance amending Section 4-5 (Affordable Housing Linkage Fee) 4(g) Collection of Linkage Fees Veto message from His Honor The Mayor MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins ISECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Failed [7 TO 3]

Yes: Costa, Isola, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithNo: Cardillo, Hanlon, LattanziThis vote followed the Mayor’s veto of the ordinance; overriding a veto needs a two-thirds vote of the council, and the minutes record it as “Failed [7 TO 3]”. The names in this vote were read from the page image, where the scan is faint. The minutes record the motion as failing although the yes votes (7) outnumber the no votes (3); some council votes need more than a simple majority (for example, two-thirds for zoning changes and some money orders).

From the minutes

“3. €0272-22 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins An ordinance amending Section 4-5 (Affordable Housing Linkage Fee) 4(g) Collection of Linkage Fees Veto message from His Honor The Mayor MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins ISECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Failed [7 TO 3].” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Stephanie Smith)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the approval of the re-appointment of Josephine Navarra to the Council on Aging for a three year term expiring August 31, 2025 'tems 4-7 were taken...

Minutes, page 2

Confirm appointmentPassed · 9–0

4. ©0352-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President An order requesting the approval of the re-appointment of Josephine Navarra to the Council on Aging for a three year term expiring August 31, 2025 'tems 4-7 were taken collectively and passed unanimously as they were all eopointment renewals. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0]

Yes: Cardillo, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithThe names in this vote were read from the page image, where the scan is faint. The minutes say items 4-7 were taken collectively. The minutes list Darren Costa as “away” for this vote.

From the minutes

“4. ©0352-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President An order requesting the approval of the re-appointment of Josephine Navarra to the Council on Aging for a three year term expiring August 31, 2025 'tems 4-7 were taken collectively and passed unanimously as they were all eopointment renewals. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0].” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the approval of the re-appointment of Hazel McNeil to the Council on Aging for a two year term expiring August 31, 2024 8

Minutes, page 3

Confirm appointmentPassed · 9–0

7. ©8355-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanion, as President An order requesting the approval of the re-appointment of Hazel McNeil to the Council on Aging for a two year term expiring August 31, 2024 8. CO356-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President An order requesting the approval of the declaration of specific DPW vehicles, as atiached, as surplus MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] Cardillo, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Hanlon

Yes: Cardillo, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithThe names in this vote were read from the page image, where the scan is faint. The minutes list Darren Costa as “away” for this vote.

From the minutes

“7. ©8355-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanion, as President An order requesting the approval of the re-appointment of Hazel McNeil to the Council on Aging for a two year term expiring August 31, 2024 8. CO356-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President An order requesting the approval of the declaration of specific DPW vehicles, as atiached, as surplus MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] Cardillo, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Hanlon.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the approval of an appropriation by borrowing for Woodward Avenue Park, Baldwin Ave Park and Ford Escape hybrid vehicles

Minutes, page 3

Confirm appointmentPassed · 9–0

RA Yes: INMAYS: fi ee AWAY: Costa 9, ©O278-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President Ae order requesting the approval of an appropriation by borrowing in the amount of $808,083.00 for the following items: Woodland Avenue Park (aka Central Ave Park) $265,909.00, Baldwin Ave Park $206,500.00, Ford Escape SE Sport AWD Hybrid (4) $135,684.00 | NOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: - Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0]

Yes: Cardillo, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithThe names in this vote were read from the page image, where the scan is faint. The minutes list Darren Costa as “away” for this vote.

From the minutes

“rA Yes: INMAYS: fi ee AWAY: Costa 9, ©O278-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President Ae order requesting the approval of an appropriation by borrowing in the amount of $808,083.00 for the following items: Woodland Avenue Park (aka Central Ave Park) $265,909.00, Baldwin Ave Park $206,500.00, Ford Escape SE Sport AWD Hybrid (4) $135,684.00 | NOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: - Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0].” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Petitions and Licenses

Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting a new auto body/mechanical repair license for Malden Auto of Everett Inc at 49 Robin Street The City Clerk was asked why these new licenses were...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

10. ©0357-22 Petition/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President A petition requesting a new auto body/mechanical repair license for Malden Auto of Everett Inc at 49 Robin Street The City Clerk was asked why these new licenses were before us, since others in the community had been asking for a license in the past and were denied since there weren't any new licenses. The Clerk informed the Council that these are new people iaking over the license but the location already has these licenses for a few decades now and the owner of the property is selling the building and business to Malden Auto Body. Councilor Matewsky said he was in favor of these transfer of the license since both the current owner and proposed new owners of the property are long standing residents and business owners in Everett and have had no issues in the past. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith ISECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0]

The minutes give the count (10 to 0) without names; it matches the ten councilors present, so each is shown voting yes.

From the minutes

“10. ©0357-22 Petition/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President A petition requesting a new auto body/mechanical repair license for Malden Auto of Everett Inc at 49 Robin Street The City Clerk was asked why these new licenses were before us, since others in the community had been asking for a license in the past and were denied since there weren't any new licenses. The Clerk informed the Council that these are new people iaking over the license but the location already has these licenses for a few decades now and the owner of the property is selling the building and business to Malden Auto Body. Councilor Matewsky said he was in favor of these transfer of the license since both the current owner and proposed new owners of the property are long standing residents and business owners in Everett and have had no issues in the past. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith ISECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0].” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Unf Shed Business

Postpone — Resolution: That a representative from Comcast appear at our first meeting in September provide an update on the infrastructure in the City and what enhancements are being made to...

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

14. C0328-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That a representative from Comcast appear at our first meeting in September provide an update on the infrastructure in the City and what enhancements are being made to resolve issues with the internet speed MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“14. C0328-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That a representative from Comcast appear at our first meeting in September provide an update on the infrastructure in the City and what enhancements are being made to resolve issues with the internet speed MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Michael Marchese)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

New Business

Refer — Resolution: A resolution requesting an update from the Mayor's Office on the Devens School lease

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

15. C0350-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting an update from the Mayor's Office on the Devens School lease MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“15. C0350-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting an update from the Mayor's Office on the Devens School lease MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Michael Marchese)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Refer — Resolution: That the Traffic Commission considers eliminating on-street parking on Nichols Street between Florence St and Chatham Rd on the side where the John Gramstorf playground...

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

16. C0359-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Traffic Commission considers eliminating on-street parking on Nichols Street between Florence St and Chatham Rd on the side where the John Gramstorf playground ("Little Florence") is in the interest of public safety. Recently the sidewalks were widened which narrowed the roadway. Referred to the traffic Commission to take appropriate action. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“16. C0359-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Traffic Commission considers eliminating on-street parking on Nichols Street between Florence St and Chatham Rd on the side where the John Gramstorf playground ("Little Florence") is in the interest of public safety. Recently the sidewalks were widened which narrowed the roadway. Referred to the traffic Commission to take appropriate action. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Postpone — Resolution: That the Director of the Board of Health and the Administration provide a written response in two weeks as to what is the plan for the ARPA funds for $300,000 through the MA...

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

17. C0360-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Director of the Board of Health and the Administration provide a written response in two weeks as to what is the plan for the ARPA funds for $300,000 through the MA Dept of Public Health, Bureau of Substance Addition Services (accepted by the City Council in April). Referred to the Mayor's office for a written response in 2 weeks so the Council can have the information prior to the September 12th Council meeting and to have the Administration appear at the September to meeting to discuss the item. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“17. C0360-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Director of the Board of Health and the Administration provide a written response in two weeks as to what is the plan for the ARPA funds for $300,000 through the MA Dept of Public Health, Bureau of Substance Addition Services (accepted by the City Council in April). Referred to the Mayor's office for a written response in 2 weeks so the Council can have the information prior to the September 12th Council meeting and to have the Administration appear at the September to meeting to discuss the item. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Michael Marchese)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Refer — Resolution: That the Administration provide a copy of the Digital Divide Study that was completed by the former Chief Communications Director to the City Council in two weeks in...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

18. C0361-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Administration provide a copy of the Digital Divide Study that was completed by the former Chief Communications Director to the City Council in two weeks in preparation for the City Council meeting with Comcast in September The Administration to provide a copy of the digital divide study, form 500 and a written response in 2 weeks. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“18. C0361-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Administration provide a copy of the Digital Divide Study that was completed by the former Chief Communications Director to the City Council in two weeks in preparation for the City Council meeting with Comcast in September The Administration to provide a copy of the digital divide study, form 500 and a written response in 2 weeks. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Postpone — Resolution: That the Administration provide the cost-benefit analysis of outsourcing the Wellness Center vs. keeping it in-house as well as the breakdown of the current contract [e.g....

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

19. C0362-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Administration provide the cost-benefit analysis of outsourcing the Wellness Center vs. keeping it in-house as well as the breakdown of the current contract [e.g. approx. how many people are outsourced today, what are the job responsibilities of these outsourced personnel, number of free offerings (if any), the detailed cost breakdown of the $340K (invoices if possible), the return of funds (if any) Everett is getting due to the hours being reduced 15 hours per week from the contract, and any activities the city is subsidizing] The Administration appear at the next meeting to discuss the wellness center and for a written response on the information of the a cost-benefit analysis in 2 weeks. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“19. C0362-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Administration provide the cost-benefit analysis of outsourcing the Wellness Center vs. keeping it in-house as well as the breakdown of the current contract [e.g. approx. how many people are outsourced today, what are the job responsibilities of these outsourced personnel, number of free offerings (if any), the detailed cost breakdown of the $340K (invoices if possible), the return of funds (if any) Everett is getting due to the hours being reduced 15 hours per week from the contract, and any activities the city is subsidizing] The Administration appear at the next meeting to discuss the wellness center and for a written response on the information of the a cost-benefit analysis in 2 weeks. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Michael Marchese)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Postpone — Resolution: That the Procurement Director come before the City Council at the first meeting in September to explain the process for bidding for Senior Meals delivery

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

20. C0363-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Procurement Director come before the City Council at the first meeting in September to explain the process for bidding for Senior Meals delivery Postponed to the September 26th Council meeting. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“20. C0363-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Procurement Director come before the City Council at the first meeting in September to explain the process for bidding for Senior Meals delivery Postponed to the September 26th Council meeting. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Michael Marchese)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Postpone — Resolution: That the Administration comes before the City Council at the first meeting in September to provide an update on the Pope John disposition

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

21. C0364-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Administration comes before the City Council at the first meeting in September to provide an update on the Pope John disposition MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“21. C0364-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Administration comes before the City Council at the first meeting in September to provide an update on the Pope John disposition MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Michael Marchese)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Postpone — Resolution: That the Administration provides an update on the hiring of a Recreation Director which has been open for over 2 years

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

22. C0365-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Administration provides an update on the hiring of a Recreation Director which has been open for over 2 years Referred to the Mayor's office with a response in 2 weeks and for the Administration to appear at the Septemebr 12th Council meeting. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“22. C0365-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Administration provides an update on the hiring of a Recreation Director which has been open for over 2 years Referred to the Mayor's office with a response in 2 weeks and for the Administration to appear at the Septemebr 12th Council meeting. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Michael Marchese)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Postpone — Resolution: That a representative of the Youth Commission come before the City Council at the first meeting in October to provide an update on the mission, goals and activities planned...

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

23. C0366-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That a representative of the Youth Commission come before the City Council at the first meeting in October to provide an update on the mission, goals and activities planned for the Fall of 2022. To have a representative of the Youth Commission appear at the next meeting. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“23. C0366-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That a representative of the Youth Commission come before the City Council at the first meeting in October to provide an update on the mission, goals and activities planned for the Fall of 2022. To have a representative of the Youth Commission appear at the next meeting. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Refer — Resolution: That the administration consider an updated housing study for the city of Everett to properly measure and address the impacts of the new developments, market trends, and...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

24. C0368-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration consider an updated housing study for the city of Everett to properly measure and address the impacts of the new developments, market trends, and displacement. Referred to the Administration to provide for a new housing study that reflects the changes in the current housing market. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“24. C0368-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration consider an updated housing study for the city of Everett to properly measure and address the impacts of the new developments, market trends, and displacement. Referred to the Administration to provide for a new housing study that reflects the changes in the current housing market. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Stephanie Smith)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Refer — Resolution: That the administration provide an update on the installation of the non-verbal communication boards at the parks for the inclusion of children with autism

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

25. C0369-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration provide an update on the installation of the non-verbal communication boards at the parks for the inclusion of children with autism. Referred to the Administration to provide a written update before the September Council meeting. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“25. C0369-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration provide an update on the installation of the non-verbal communication boards at the parks for the inclusion of children with autism. Referred to the Administration to provide a written update before the September Council meeting. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Stephanie Smith)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Postpone — Resolution: That the CFO provide an explanation of why the city has returned Covid funds to the state and whether the rental assistance program is still in effect

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

26. C0370-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the CFO provide an explanation of why the city has returned Covid funds to the state and whether the rental assistance program is still in effect. Referred tot he CFO to appear at the next Council meeting with an explanation of why the monies were returned. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“26. C0370-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the CFO provide an explanation of why the city has returned Covid funds to the state and whether the rental assistance program is still in effect. Referred tot he CFO to appear at the next Council meeting with an explanation of why the monies were returned. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Stephanie Smith)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Refer — Resolution: That the Traffic Commission consider changing the classification of Lexington Park from a private way for better maintenance due to the continuous school traffic

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

27. C0371-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the Traffic Commission consider changing the classification of Lexington Park from a private way for better maintenance due to the continuous school traffic. Referred to the Traffic Commission to look into making this street a public way. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“27. C0371-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the Traffic Commission consider changing the classification of Lexington Park from a private way for better maintenance due to the continuous school traffic. Referred to the Traffic Commission to look into making this street a public way. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Richard Dell Isola)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Refer — Resolution: That the administration provide an update on how the city will take action on the findings of the Digital Divide study to improve access and increase broadband speeds in the...

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

28. C0372-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration provide an update on how the city will take action on the findings of the Digital Divide study to improve access and increase broadband speeds in the City of Everett Referred to the Administration to provide a written updat to the Council. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“28. C0372-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration provide an update on how the city will take action on the findings of the Digital Divide study to improve access and increase broadband speeds in the City of Everett Referred to the Administration to provide a written updat to the Council. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Stephanie Smith)

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Favorable Action — Order: An order calling for the designation and fitting of the polls for the 2022 State Primary Election

Minutes, page 10

Confirm appointmentPassed · 9–0

29. C0373-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President An order calling for the designation and fitting of the polls for the 2022 State Primary Election MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Hanlon NAYS: AWAY: Marchese

Yes: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list Michael Marchese as “away” for this vote.

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“29. C0373-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President An order calling for the designation and fitting of the polls for the 2022 State Primary Election MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Hanlon NAYS: AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)

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Favorable Action — Order: An order calling for the 2022 State Primary Election

Minutes, page 11

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

30. C0374-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President An order calling for the 2022 State Primary Election MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Hanlon NAYS: AWAY:

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“30. C0374-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President An order calling for the 2022 State Primary Election MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Hanlon NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Michael Marchese, second: Stephanie Smith)

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Favorable Action — Resolution: Recognizing August 31st as International Overdose Awareness Day in Everett, MA Council rules were suspended and the item was amended by adding the entire Council as...

Minutes, page 11

Adopt resolutionPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

31. C0375-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor John F. Hanlon, Councilor Irene Cardillo, Councilor Darren Costa, Councilor Richard DellIsola, Councilor Al Lattanzi, Councilor Michael Marchese, Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Wayne Matewsky, Councilor Vivian Nguyen, Councilor Stephanie Smith Recognizing August 31st as International Overdose Awareness Day in Everett, MA Council rules were suspended and the item was amended by adding the entire Council as co-sponsors. The item was referred to the Mayor's office to light the city purple in August 31st. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Hanlon NAYS: AWAY:

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“31. C0375-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor John F. Hanlon, Councilor Irene Cardillo, Councilor Darren Costa, Councilor Richard DellIsola, Councilor Al Lattanzi, Councilor Michael Marchese, Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Wayne Matewsky, Councilor Vivian Nguyen, Councilor Stephanie Smith Recognizing August 31st as International Overdose Awareness Day in Everett, MA Council rules were suspended and the item was amended by adding the entire Council as co-sponsors. The item was referred to the Mayor's office to light the city purple in August 31st. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Hanlon NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Richard Dell Isola)

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Refer — Resolution: That Inspectional Services investigate 2 Lewis Place, as well as 97 Lewis Street for many concerns by the neighbors in that area, including the possibility of an illegal apartment

Minutes, page 12

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

32. C0376-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That Inspectional Services investigate 2 Lewis Place, as well as 97 Lewis Street for many concerns by the neighbors in that area, including the possibility of an illegal apartment. The item was referred to ISD and Fire prevention to monitor the property as well as the property at 97 Lewis Street for public safety. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

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“32. C0376-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That Inspectional Services investigate 2 Lewis Place, as well as 97 Lewis Street for many concerns by the neighbors in that area, including the possibility of an illegal apartment. The item was referred to ISD and Fire prevention to monitor the property as well as the property at 97 Lewis Street for public safety. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: Stephanie Smith)

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Refer — Order: An order to amend the City of Everett Charter Section 4-1, by giving the mayor a voice but no vote on the Everett School Committee

Minutes, page 12

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

33. C0377-22 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese An order to amend the City of Everett Charter Section 4-1, by giving the mayor a voice but no vote on the Everett School Committee Referred to the Legislative Affairs Committee. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Hanlon NAYS: AWAY:

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“33. C0377-22 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese An order to amend the City of Everett Charter Section 4-1, by giving the mayor a voice but no vote on the Everett School Committee Referred to the Legislative Affairs Committee. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Hanlon NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Michael Marchese, second: Stephanie Smith)

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Refer — Order: An order to amend the City Council Rule 4, by creating a new sub-section (G)

Minutes, page 12

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

34. C0378-22 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese An order to amend the City Council Rule 4, by creating a new sub-section (G) Referred to the Legislative Affairs Committee. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Hanlon NAYS: AWAY:

From the minutes

“34. C0378-22 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese An order to amend the City Council Rule 4, by creating a new sub-section (G) Referred to the Legislative Affairs Committee. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Hanlon NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Michael Marchese, second: Stephanie Smith)

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