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January 23, 2023
28 recorded votes, 27 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The Members Present list does not include Richard Dell Isola and Jimmy Le, who are counted absent.
Present: Irene Cardillo, Alfred Lattanzi, Darren Costa, John F. Hanlon, Michael Marchese, Stephanie Martins, Wayne A. Matewsky, Vivian Nguyen, Stephanie Smith
Absent: Richard Dell Isola, Jimmy Le
Every vote, in order
Pledge of Allegiance
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the approval of an amendment of the city's Administrative Code to include the organization of a Cemetery Commission in accordance with MGL, c. 114
1. C0535-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President S x An order requesting the approval of an amendment of the city's Administrative Code to include the organization of a Cemetery Commission in accordance with MGL, c. 114. To complete such change, Chapter 2 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Everett shall need to be amended by ordinance to remove all responsibilities transferred to the new commission. The Council Divided the question because the will of it permitted. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon 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
“1. C0535-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President S x An order requesting the approval of an amendment of the city's Administrative Code to include the organization of a Cemetery Commission in accordance with MGL, c. 114. To complete such change, Chapter 2 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Everett shall need to be amended by ordinance to remove all responsibilities transferred to the new commission. The Council Divided the question because the will of it permitted. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
2. C0355A-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President An order requesting the approval of an amendment of the city's Administrative Code to include the organization of a Cemetery Commission in accordance with MGL, c. 114. To complete such change, Chapter 2 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Everett shall need to be amended by ordinance to remove all responsibilities transferred to the new commission. (Divided Question - Order) MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 8] AYES: . Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, NAYS: Marchese AWAY: Cardillo
No: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list Irene Cardillo as “away” for this vote. The minutes print “Passed” on the result line, but the count is 0 yes to 8 no, so the motion did not carry; it is shown as failed.
From the minutes
“2. C0355A-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President An order requesting the approval of an amendment of the city's Administrative Code to include the organization of a Cemetery Commission in accordance with MGL, c. 114. To complete such change, Chapter 2 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Everett shall need to be amended by ordinance to remove all responsibilities transferred to the new commission. (Divided Question - Order) MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 8] AYES: . Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, NAYS: Marchese AWAY: Cardillo.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)
Favorable Action — A petition from National Grid requesting permission to install new underground conduits from existing pole #3148 to a new customer service at 1690 Revere Beach Parkway The...
4. C0022-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid requesting permission to install new underground conduits from existing pole #3148 to a new customer service at 1690 Revere Beach Parkway The Public Hearings for both national grid items were taken collectively and opened to the public. No one spoke in favor or against. The Council closed the petition after being informed by the City Clerk that due to the impending storm, no one from National Grid would be able to attend. The Clerk stated that the Council could postpone the item or approve the item with the normal conditions, ie, they inform the residents in the are, they also inform the city on how long the work will take to be completed and when the work will be done either in the day or evening and to make sure that National Grid minimizes the affect on the neighborhood and traffic conditions. The Council agreed to approve 2 Petitions with the conditions. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list Irene Cardillo as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“4. C0022-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid requesting permission to install new underground conduits from existing pole #3148 to a new customer service at 1690 Revere Beach Parkway The Public Hearings for both national grid items were taken collectively and opened to the public. No one spoke in favor or against. The Council closed the petition after being informed by the City Clerk that due to the impending storm, no one from National Grid would be able to attend. The Clerk stated that the Council could postpone the item or approve the item with the normal conditions, ie, they inform the residents in the are, they also inform the city on how long the work will take to be completed and when the work will be done either in the day or evening and to make sure that National Grid minimizes the affect on the neighborhood and traffic conditions. The Council agreed to approve 2 Petitions with the conditions. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Stephanie Smith)
Favorable Action — A petition from National Grid requesting permission to install new underground conduits from proposed pole #3146-5 and existing pole #3147 to a new customer service at 1690...
5. ©0023-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid requesting permission to install new underground conduits from proposed pole #3146-5 and existing pole #3147 to a new customer service at 1690 Revere Beach Parkway MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon 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
“5. ©0023-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid requesting permission to install new underground conduits from proposed pole #3146-5 and existing pole #3147 to a new customer service at 1690 Revere Beach Parkway MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Stephanie Smith)
Approval of Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Accept Meeting Minutes — Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of 12/27/2022
Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of 12/27/2022 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes 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
“Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of 12/27/2022 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Accept Meeting Minutes — Minutes of the 2023 City Council Organizational Meeting of 01/03/2023 eS
Minutes of the 2023 City Council Organizational Meeting of 01/03/2023 eS MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes 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
“Minutes of the 2023 City Council Organizational Meeting of 01/03/2023 eS MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: _- Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Accept Meeting Minutes — Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of 01/09/2023
Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of 01/09/2023 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes 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
“Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of 01/09/2023 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: _ Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Communications from His Honor the Mayor
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointments of Rachael Hall, Dominic Monzione, Dustin Scheibling, & Ricardo Balduino to the Everett Police Department
6. C0020-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointments of Rachael Hall, Dominic Monzione, Dustin Scheibling, & Ricardo Balduino to the Everett Police Department MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“6. C0020-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointments of Rachael Hall, Dominic Monzione, Dustin Scheibling, & Ricardo Balduino to the Everett Police Department MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Stephanie Smith)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation to the Council on Aging from the Everett Foundation for Aged Persons in the amount of $20,000.00
7. ©0021-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation to the Council on Aging from the Everett Foundation for Aged Persons in the amount of $20,000.00. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list Irene Cardillo as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“7. ©0021-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation to the Council on Aging from the Everett Foundation for Aged Persons in the amount of $20,000.00. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: John F. Hanlon)
Petitions and Licenses
Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting the renewal of a class two motor vehicle dealer license for Woodlawn Auto Sales at 3 Woodlawn Avenue
8. C0025-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a class two motor vehicle dealer license for Woodlawn Auto Sales at 3 Woodlawn Avenue MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list Irene Cardillo as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“8. C0025-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a class two motor vehicle dealer license for Woodlawn Auto Sales at 3 Woodlawn Avenue MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: John F. Hanlon)
Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting the renewal of a class two motor vehicle dealer license for Stadium Auto Sales at 35 Everett Avenue
9. C0026-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a class two motor vehicle dealer license for Stadium Auto Sales at 35 Everett Avenue MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list Irene Cardillo as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“9. C0026-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a class two motor vehicle dealer license for Stadium Auto Sales at 35 Everett Avenue MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: John F. Hanlon)
Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting the renewal of a class two motor vehicle dealer license for Bostonian Body Inc. at 141 Bow Street
10. C0027-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a class two motor vehicle dealer license for Bostonian Body Inc. at 141 Bow Street MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list Irene Cardillo as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“10. C0027-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a class two motor vehicle dealer license for Bostonian Body Inc. at 141 Bow Street MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: John F. Hanlon)
Committee Reports
Refer — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the City Council determine if a law can be created that will not allow any person finally convicted of a sexual assault to hold any position of...
11. C0530-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the City Council determine if a law can be created that will not allow any person finally convicted of a sexual assault to hold any position of city employment MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa 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
“11. C0530-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the City Council determine if a law can be created that will not allow any person finally convicted of a sexual assault to hold any position of city employment MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)
Refer — Resolution: That the City Council review the quarter one 2023 financials
12. C0465-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, Councilor Darren M. Costa That the City Council review the quarter one 2023 financials The committee report was accepted and the item was referred to the Ways and Means committee for the committee to review the financials. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa 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
“12. C0465-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, Councilor Darren M. Costa That the City Council review the quarter one 2023 financials The committee report was accepted and the item was referred to the Ways and Means committee for the committee to review the financials. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting that $773,495 in unexpended School Capital Improvement funds be re-purposed by transferring them to pay costs associated with the School Phones, Clock...
13. C0534-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President An order requesting that $773,495 in unexpended School Capital Improvement funds be re-purposed by transferring them to pay costs associated with the School Phones, Clock and Paging System project. The Committee report was accepted and the item was approved. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] 4 Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list Irene Cardillo as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“13. C0534-22 Order/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as President An order requesting that $773,495 in unexpended School Capital Improvement funds be re-purposed by transferring them to pay costs associated with the School Phones, Clock and Paging System project. The Committee report was accepted and the item was approved. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] 4 Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Unfinished Business
Refer — Resolution: A request to the administration to allocate one million dollars from the American Rescue Plan Act funds for youth-led initiatives in a participatory budgeting process led by...
14, C0528-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins & the entire City Council A request to the administration to allocate one million dollars from the American Rescue Plan Act funds for youth-led initiatives in a participatory budgeting process led by the Everett Youth Initiative Council The item was referred to the Administration for a response back on if they will provide this funding. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen 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, C0528-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins & the entire City Council A request to the administration to allocate one million dollars from the American Rescue Plan Act funds for youth-led initiatives in a participatory budgeting process led by the Everett Youth Initiative Council The item was referred to the Administration for a response back on if they will provide this funding. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Vivian Nguyen)
Refer — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the Administration provide the City Council with an update on the status of firefighter based ambulance service and if there will be any additional...
15. C0531-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the Administration provide the City Council with an update on the status of firefighter based ambulance service and if there will be any additional fees associated with such service Chief of Staff Deveney appeared and stated she would send the information requested to the Council Legislative Aide. She also informed the Council that the city was Close to finalizing negotiations with the union to have our first ambulance be operational and this should happen sometime in the spring of this year. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: John Hanlon 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. C0531-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the Administration provide the City Council with an update on the status of firefighter based ambulance service and if there will be any additional fees associated with such service Chief of Staff Deveney appeared and stated she would send the information requested to the Council Legislative Aide. She also informed the Council that the city was Close to finalizing negotiations with the union to have our first ambulance be operational and this should happen sometime in the spring of this year. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: John F. Hanlon)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Appointment: An order, in accordance with Section 3-3 of the City Charter and Section | (Il)(a)(b) of the City of Everett Administrative Code, seeking confirmation by...
16. C0008-23 Appointment/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order, in accordance with Section 3-3 of the City Charter and Section | (Il)(a)(b) of the City of Everett Administrative Code, seeking confirmation by the City Council of the re-appointment of Stacy DeMaria to the Library Board of Trustees for a term of three (3) years expiring January 9, 2026 The Administration requested to refer this item back without taking action on the appointment. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky 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. C0008-23 Appointment/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order, in accordance with Section 3-3 of the City Charter and Section | (Il)(a)(b) of the City of Everett Administrative Code, seeking confirmation by the City Council of the re-appointment of Stacy DeMaria to the Library Board of Trustees for a term of three (3) years expiring January 9, 2026 The Administration requested to refer this item back without taking action on the appointment. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
17. C0009-23 Appointment/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order, in accordance with Section 3-3 of the City Charter and Section | (Il)(a)(b) of the City of Everett Administrative Code, seeking confirmation by the City Council of the re-appointment of Marlene Zizza to the Library Board of Trustees for a term of three (3) years expiring January 9, 2026 The Administration requested to refer this item back without taking action on the appointment. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky 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. C0009-23 Appointment/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order, in accordance with Section 3-3 of the City Charter and Section | (Il)(a)(b) of the City of Everett Administrative Code, seeking confirmation by the City Council of the re-appointment of Marlene Zizza to the Library Board of Trustees for a term of three (3) years expiring January 9, 2026 The Administration requested to refer this item back without taking action on the appointment. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Refer — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the Administration provide the City Council, the School Committee and the School Department with the Administration's comprehensive plan for...
18. C0533-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the Administration provide the City Council, the School Committee and the School Department with the Administration's comprehensive plan for implementing modular classrooms at the school's that require them, including a detailed cost analysis. (Request for an update) The item was referred to the Chair of the School Committee and the Superintendent to see if it was possible to have them come before the Council with the information requested. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [7 TO 1] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: Martins AWAY: Cardillo
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Marchese, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithNo: MartinsThe minutes list Irene Cardillo as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“18. C0533-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the Administration provide the City Council, the School Committee and the School Department with the Administration's comprehensive plan for implementing modular classrooms at the school's that require them, including a detailed cost analysis. (Request for an update) The item was referred to the Chair of the School Committee and the Superintendent to see if it was possible to have them come before the Council with the information requested. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [7 TO 1] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: Martins AWAY: Cardillo.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)
New Business
Refer — Resolution: That the City Council's Committee on Ways & Means reviews the city's Q2 Financials and projected revenues for FY23 ltem was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means
19. C0024-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, Councilor Darren M. Costa That the City Council's Committee on Ways & Means reviews the city's Q2 Financials and projected revenues for FY23 ltem was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa 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. C0024-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, Councilor Darren M. Costa That the City Council's Committee on Ways & Means reviews the city's Q2 Financials and projected revenues for FY23 ltem was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)
Refer — Resolution: That representatives from the Mayor's Office & the Transportation Department appear at the next regular City Council meeting to discuss the city's Traffic Management...
20. C0028-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa That representatives from the Mayor's Office & the Transportation Department appear at the next regular City Council meeting to discuss the city's Traffic Management Association and any other public/private consortiums. The item was referred to Legislative Affairs. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa 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
“20. C0028-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa That representatives from the Mayor's Office & the Transportation Department appear at the next regular City Council meeting to discuss the city's Traffic Management Association and any other public/private consortiums. The item was referred to Legislative Affairs. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the City Council discuss, in its Legislative Affairs & Elections Committee, the pros and cons of changing the city's Residential Parking program to...
21, C0029-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the City Council discuss, in its Legislative Affairs & Elections Committee, the pros and cons of changing the city's Residential Parking program to seven days a week 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
“21, C0029-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the City Council discuss, in its Legislative Affairs & Elections Committee, the pros and cons of changing the city's Residential Parking program to seven days a week MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Refer — Resolution: That the City Council hereby requests that the Mayor establish an AD HOC Committee for updating the City of Everett's zoning ordinances with the intent of modernizing district...
22. C0030-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa That the City Council hereby requests that the Mayor establish an AD HOC Committee for updating the City of Everett's zoning ordinances with the intent of modernizing district maps and ordinances and that the Mayor appropriate the sufficient funds for the purposes of hiring a professional planning consultant to assist the AD HOC Committee in this process. The item was referred to the Committee on Legislative Affairs. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa 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
“22. C0030-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa That the City Council hereby requests that the Mayor establish an AD HOC Committee for updating the City of Everett's zoning ordinances with the intent of modernizing district maps and ordinances and that the Mayor appropriate the sufficient funds for the purposes of hiring a professional planning consultant to assist the AD HOC Committee in this process. The item was referred to the Committee on Legislative Affairs. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the School Committee Chairman be contacted to determine if the School Department's outside legal counsel would be willing to appear before the City...
23. C0031-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the School Committee Chairman be contacted to determine if the School Department's outside legal counsel would be willing to appear before the City Council to discuss the work he has performed for the School Department in regards to the ongoing Title 7 inquiry MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [7 TO 1] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: Martins AWAY: Cardillo
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Marchese, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithNo: MartinsThe minutes list Irene Cardillo as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“23. C0031-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the School Committee Chairman be contacted to determine if the School Department's outside legal counsel would be willing to appear before the City Council to discuss the work he has performed for the School Department in regards to the ongoing Title 7 inquiry MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [7 TO 1] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: Martins AWAY: Cardillo.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)
Refer — Resolution: That the Mayor's Office consider requiring a Community Action Board and Community Benefits Agreement as part of the revised or new Host Agreement with Wynn Casinos and any...
24. C0032-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa That the Mayor's Office consider requiring a Community Action Board and Community Benefits Agreement as part of the revised or new Host Agreement with Wynn Casinos and any other large scale developments in our modern zoning districts The item was referred to the Administration for a response back. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa 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. C0032-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa That the Mayor's Office consider requiring a Community Action Board and Community Benefits Agreement as part of the revised or new Host Agreement with Wynn Casinos and any other large scale developments in our modern zoning districts The item was referred to the Administration for a response back. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer — Ordinance: An ordinance to amend the Transportation Demand Management Zoning ordinance to only be applicable to developments that fall within the TDM District Overlay
25. C0033-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa An ordinance to amend the Transportation Demand Management Zoning ordinance to only be applicable to developments that fall within the TDM District Overlay MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa 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. C0033-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa An ordinance to amend the Transportation Demand Management Zoning ordinance to only be applicable to developments that fall within the TDM District Overlay MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)
Maintenance Requests
Refer — A. Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That National Grid remove the dead tree at 19 Bailey Street, in the interest of public safety
A. Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That National Grid remove the dead tree at 19 Bailey Street, in the interest of public safety. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon 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
“A. Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That National Grid remove the dead tree at 19 Bailey Street, in the interest of public safety. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
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