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March 13, 2023
29 recorded votes, 28 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The Members Present list at the top of the minutes leaves out Wayne A. Matewsky, but Wayne A. Matewsky voted by name during the meeting, so Wayne A. Matewsky is counted present. 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 — A petition from National Grid Gas Company requesting to lay a new gas line from Rich Street to Broadway, including Bryant Street, Shute Street, & Ferry Street A Public Hearing...
1. ©0087-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid Gas Company requesting to lay a new gas line from Rich Street to Broadway, including Bryant Street, Shute Street, & Ferry Street A Public Hearing was held. A member of the public spoke in favor of the petition, stating any improvements for infrastructure should be approved. Another resident asked about adding gas lines to each of the houses on her street as it is one of the last streets that do not have gas lines in the area where the work is being done. The petitioner came before the Council and stated that the work is on a main line, not for adding gas lines directly to houses. Councilor Smith asked that the company try not to keep working on streets that were recently completed and that already had gas work done, to work to do all necessary construction done at the same time in one area. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, AYES: : Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
Yes: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Nguyen, SmithThe roll call does not list Wayne A. Matewsky, who was at the meeting, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“1. ©0087-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid Gas Company requesting to lay a new gas line from Rich Street to Broadway, including Bryant Street, Shute Street, & Ferry Street A Public Hearing was held. A member of the public spoke in favor of the petition, stating any improvements for infrastructure should be approved. Another resident asked about adding gas lines to each of the houses on her street as it is one of the last streets that do not have gas lines in the area where the work is being done. The petitioner came before the Council and stated that the work is on a main line, not for adding gas lines directly to houses. Councilor Smith asked that the company try not to keep working on streets that were recently completed and that already had gas work done, to work to do all necessary construction done at the same time in one area. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, AYES: : Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Richard Dell Isola)
Approval of Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Accept Meeting Minutes — Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of February 27, 2023
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of February 27, 2023 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes 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
“Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of February 27, 2023 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: _- Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Stephanie Smith)
Communications from His Honor the Mayor
Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending the acceptance of and the approval to expend a grant from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Public Health, in the amount of $100,000...
2. ©0084-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the acceptance of and the approval to expend a grant from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Public Health, in the amount of $100,000 for the purpose of expanding substance abuse counseling in the Everett Health Department, & the Everett Police Department MOTION: Favorable Action 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
“2. ©0084-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the acceptance of and the approval to expend a grant from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Public Health, in the amount of $100,000 for the purpose of expanding substance abuse counseling in the Everett Health Department, & the Everett Police Department MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Refer — Order: An order requesting the approval of an appropriation of $250,000 from the Budgetary Fund Balance into the Solicitor's Litigation/Professional Services account
3. ©0089-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the approval of an appropriation of $250,000 from the Budgetary Fund Balance into the Solicitor's Litigation/Professional Services account Referred to the Ways and means committee. 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
“3. ©0089-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the approval of an appropriation of $250,000 from the Budgetary Fund Balance into the Solicitor's Litigation/Professional Services account Referred to the Ways and means committee. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)
Favorable Action — Appointment: An order requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jay Holt to the DPW Commission for a three year term expiring March, 31, 2026
4. ©0091-23 Appointment/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jay Holt to the DPW Commission for a three year term expiring March, 31, 2026 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Cardillo, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Costa
Yes: Cardillo, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list Darren Costa as “away” for this vote. The roll call does not list Wayne A. Matewsky, who was at the meeting, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“4. ©0091-23 Appointment/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jay Holt to the DPW Commission for a three year term expiring March, 31, 2026 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Cardillo, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Costa.” (Motion: Richard Dell Isola, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of John Frasier to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term of two (2) years, expiring March 31, 2025
5. C0093-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of John Frasier to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term of two (2) years, expiring March 31, 2025 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon
Yes: Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list Irene Cardillo, Darren Costa and John F. Hanlon as “away” for this vote. The roll call does not list Wayne A. Matewsky, who was at the meeting, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“5. C0093-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of John Frasier to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term of two (2) years, expiring March 31, 2025 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Jean Thermitus to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term of two (2) years, expiring March 31, 2025
6. ©0094-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Jean Thermitus to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term of two (2) years, expiring March 31, 2025 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon
Yes: Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list Irene Cardillo, Darren Costa and John F. Hanlon as “away” for this vote. The roll call does not list Wayne A. Matewsky, who was at the meeting, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“6. ©0094-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Jean Thermitus to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term of two (2) years, expiring March 31, 2025 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending the acceptance of a donation of used furniture to the Department of Public Works from the Furniture Trust at an estimated total dollar value of $4,000
7. ©0095-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the acceptance of a donation of used furniture to the Department of Public Works from the Furniture Trust at an estimated total dollar value of $4,000 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] ; Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: : Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“7. ©0095-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the acceptance of a donation of used furniture to the Department of Public Works from the Furniture Trust at an estimated total dollar value of $4,000 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] ; Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: : Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Petitions and Licenses
Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting the renewal of a lodging house license for Joseph's Lodge at 312-314 Broadway
8. ©0090-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a lodging house license for Joseph's Lodge at 312-314 Broadway MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Hanlon
Yes: Costa, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list Irene Cardillo and John F. Hanlon as “away” for this vote. The roll call does not list Wayne A. Matewsky, who was at the meeting, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“8. ©0090-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a lodging house license for Joseph's Lodge at 312-314 Broadway MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Hanlon.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Richard Dell Isola)
Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting the renewal of a class two motor vehicle dealer license for Fast & Furious Motor Inc at 153 Ferry Street
9. C0092-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a class two motor vehicle dealer license for Fast & Furious Motor Inc at 153 Ferry Street MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon
Yes: Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list Irene Cardillo, Darren Costa and John F. Hanlon as “away” for this vote. The roll call does not list Wayne A. Matewsky, who was at the meeting, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“9. C0092-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a class two motor vehicle dealer license for Fast & Furious Motor Inc at 153 Ferry Street MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Richard Dell Isola)
Communications and Reports
Favorable Action — Resolution: A resolution requesting authorization for the Superintendent of Schools to submit a Statement of Interest to the Massachusetts School Building Authority expressing...
10. C0099-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael! K. Marchese, as President A resolution requesting authorization for the Superintendent of Schools to submit a Statement of Interest to the Massachusetts School Building Authority expressing interest in building a new high school with the intent being to eliminate/prevent current and future overcrowding in the Everett Public Schools. The Everett School Committee approved this request at their meeting of March 6, 2023. The Superintendent answered questions about the statement of interest stating that if the state approves this funding it would be 8-10 years before we would have a new High School. They are still looking for solutions to the lower grades and that they are not sure if they can or should add the Pope John building in the MSBA document, the Superintendent was waiting on guidance before adding it into the MSBA request. Teh Council approved the request after Clerk Cornelio read the Statement of Interest. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] ; Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Hanlon
Yes: Cardillo, Costa, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list John F. Hanlon as “away” for this vote. The roll call does not list Wayne A. Matewsky, who was at the meeting, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“10. C0099-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael! K. Marchese, as President A resolution requesting authorization for the Superintendent of Schools to submit a Statement of Interest to the Massachusetts School Building Authority expressing interest in building a new high school with the intent being to eliminate/prevent current and future overcrowding in the Everett Public Schools. The Everett School Committee approved this request at their meeting of March 6, 2023. The Superintendent answered questions about the statement of interest stating that if the state approves this funding it would be 8-10 years before we would have a new High School. They are still looking for solutions to the lower grades and that they are not sure if they can or should add the Pope John building in the MSBA document, the Superintendent was waiting on guidance before adding it into the MSBA request. Teh Council approved the request after Clerk Cornelio read the Statement of Interest. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] ; Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Hanlon.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Committee Reports
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — 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...
11. 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. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) 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
“11. 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. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Postpone — 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...
42. C0030-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa, Councilor Stephanie V. Smith 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. MOTION: Postpone 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
“42. C0030-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa, Councilor Stephanie V. Smith 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. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Ordinance: An ordinance to amend the Transportation Demand Management Zoning ordinance to only be applicable to developments that fall within the TDM District Overlay
13. 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 Back to Sponsor(s) 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
“13. 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 Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the approval of an appropriation of $150,000 to pay the costs of the Water System Remediation Projects
14. C0064-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the approval of an appropriation of $150,000 to pay the costs of the Water System Remediation Projects. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
Yes: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Nguyen, SmithThe roll call does not list Wayne A. Matewsky, who was at the meeting, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“14. C0064-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the approval of an appropriation of $150,000 to pay the costs of the Water System Remediation Projects. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the approval of an appropriation of $75,000 from the Budgetary Fund Balance ("Free Cash') into the Fire Department's EMT account
15. C0065-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the approval of an appropriation of $75,000 from the Budgetary Fund Balance ("Free Cash') into the Fire Department's EMT account MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, AYES: : Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
Yes: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Nguyen, SmithThe roll call does not list Wayne A. Matewsky, who was at the meeting, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“15. C0065-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the approval of an appropriation of $75,000 from the Budgetary Fund Balance ("Free Cash') into the Fire Department's EMT account MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, AYES: : Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: That the City Council's Committee on Ways & Means reviews the city's Q2 Financials and projected revenues for FY23
16. 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 MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) 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
“16. 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 MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)
Unfinished Business
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...
17. 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 Referred to the Mayor to send written responses to the Council during the preocess. 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
“17. 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 Referred to the Mayor to send written responses to the Council during the preocess. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the City Solicitor provide the amount of any outstanding invoices associated with the on-going Title 7 investigation and the...
18. C0073-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the City Solicitor provide the amount of any outstanding invoices associated with the on-going Title 7 investigation and the current balance of the account that will be used to pay them MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Michael Marchese 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
“18. C0073-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the City Solicitor provide the amount of any outstanding invoices associated with the on-going Title 7 investigation and the current balance of the account that will be used to pay them MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Michael Marchese, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the City Solicitor provide information about when/if unredacted invoices for the on-going Title 7 investigation will be...
19. C0074-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the City Solicitor provide information about when/if unredacted invoices for the on-going Title 7 investigation will be available to the public MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Michael Marchese 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
“19. C0074-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the City Solicitor provide information about when/if unredacted invoices for the on-going Title 7 investigation will be available to the public MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Michael Marchese, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the Mayor reconsider renovating Pope John to be a school and to name the school after Walter Carrington
20. C0075-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that the Mayor reconsider renovating Pope John to be a school and to name the school after Walter Carrington MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Michael Marchese 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. C0075-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that the Mayor reconsider renovating Pope John to be a school and to name the school after Walter Carrington MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Michael Marchese, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer — Resolution: A resolution requesting information about who will represent the city in negotiating a new or revised Host Community Agreement with Wynn
21. C0076-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting information about who will represent the city in negotiating a new or revised Host Community Agreement with Wynn Referred to the Mayor with a request that a Councilor be included to sit in on the negotiations. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Michael Marchese 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
“21. C0076-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting information about who will represent the city in negotiating a new or revised Host Community Agreement with Wynn Referred to the Mayor with a request that a Councilor be included to sit in on the negotiations. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Michael Marchese, second: Darren Costa)
Refer — Resolution: A resolution requesting information about if the new or revised Host Community Agreement with Wynn will need to be approved by the voters of the city
22. C0077-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting information about if the new or revised Host Community Agreement with Wynn will need to be approved by the voters of the city MOTION: Refer MOVER: Michael Marchese 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
“22. C0077-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting information about if the new or revised Host Community Agreement with Wynn will need to be approved by the voters of the city MOTION: Refer MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Michael Marchese, second: Darren Costa)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the city's Chief Financial Officer provide an estimate of how much it will cost the city annually to run its ambulance service...
23. C0078-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the city's Chief Financial Officer provide an estimate of how much it will cost the city annually to run its ambulance service and to contact Cataldo Ambulance Services to see if they would be willing to provide a comparable cost estimate The cost of the ambulance will $400,000 for EMT stipends that was approved as part of negotiations with the Firefighters Union. The city will also be required to hire 8 additional firefighters at a cost of $640,000 for the first year. The billing will be done by a 3 party who specializes in this type of billing process. The ambulance is a service that if it is profitable will be a bonus according to CFO Demas. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Michael Marchese 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. C0078-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the city's Chief Financial Officer provide an estimate of how much it will cost the city annually to run its ambulance service and to contact Cataldo Ambulance Services to see if they would be willing to provide a comparable cost estimate The cost of the ambulance will $400,000 for EMT stipends that was approved as part of negotiations with the Firefighters Union. The city will also be required to hire 8 additional firefighters at a cost of $640,000 for the first year. The billing will be done by a 3 party who specializes in this type of billing process. The ambulance is a service that if it is profitable will be a bonus according to CFO Demas. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Michael Marchese, second: Stephanie Martins)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the city's Chief Assessor provide information about whether or not people 65 and over can receive a larger Home Owner Exemption...
24. C0079-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the city's Chief Assessor provide information about whether or not people 65 and over can receive a larger Home Owner Exemption amount MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Michael Marchese 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
“24. C0079-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the city's Chief Assessor provide information about whether or not people 65 and over can receive a larger Home Owner Exemption amount MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Michael Marchese, second: Stephanie Martins)
New Business
Postpone — Resolution: That the Mayor & Board of Assessors consider another category for tax relief to homeowners who charge lower or no rent to elderly relatives living at the same address
25. C0085-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That the Mayor & Board of Assessors consider another category for tax relief to homeowners who charge lower or no rent to elderly relatives living at the same address MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Alfred Lattanzi 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. C0085-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That the Mayor & Board of Assessors consider another category for tax relief to homeowners who charge lower or no rent to elderly relatives living at the same address MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Alfred Lattanzi SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Alfred Lattanzi, second: Stephanie Smith)
Postpone — Resolution: That the administration consider separating the Parking Department from the Collector's Office and hiring additional staff
27. C0096-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration consider separating the Parking Department from the Collector's Office and hiring additional staff. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Alfred Lattanzi 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
“27. C0096-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration consider separating the Parking Department from the Collector's Office and hiring additional staff. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Alfred Lattanzi SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Alfred Lattanzi, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer — Resolution: That the transportation department, regarding the Encore Neighborhood Runner Shuttle program, consider tracking the following metrics in order to understand the current usage...
28. C0097-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Vivian Nguyen That the transportation department, regarding the Encore Neighborhood Runner Shuttle program, consider tracking the following metrics in order to understand the current usage of free transportation in Everett and make informed decisions about potentially expanding the program to an on-demand micro-transit model: the average cost per trip, average number of passengers per hour, the most popular pickup stop and destination, the average hourly rate for drivers, most popular pickup stops and destinations, peak demand hours, customer satisfaction, vehicle utilization rate, and cost per mile. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Vivian Nguyen 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
“28. C0097-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Vivian Nguyen That the transportation department, regarding the Encore Neighborhood Runner Shuttle program, consider tracking the following metrics in order to understand the current usage of free transportation in Everett and make informed decisions about potentially expanding the program to an on-demand micro-transit model: the average cost per trip, average number of passengers per hour, the most popular pickup stop and destination, the average hourly rate for drivers, most popular pickup stops and destinations, peak demand hours, customer satisfaction, vehicle utilization rate, and cost per mile. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Vivian Nguyen SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Vivian Nguyen, second: Stephanie Martins)
Postpone — Resolution: That the ARPA panel consider engaging with the Everett Public Schools for feedback and a wider public reach Item was postponed to the April 10" meeting for a response
29. C0098-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the ARPA panel consider engaging with the Everett Public Schools for feedback and a wider public reach Item was postponed to the April 10" meeting for a response. MOTION: Postpone 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
“29. C0098-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the ARPA panel consider engaging with the Everett Public Schools for feedback and a wider public reach Item was postponed to the April 10" meeting for a response. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Vivian Nguyen)
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