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March 27, 2023
18 recorded votes, 14 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The Members Present list does not include Jimmy Le, Stephanie Martins and Wayne A. Matewsky, who are counted absent.
Present: Irene Cardillo, Richard Dell Isola, Alfred Lattanzi, Darren Costa, John F. Hanlon, Michael Marchese, Vivian Nguyen, Stephanie Smith
Absent: Jimmy Le, Stephanie Martins, Wayne A. Matewsky
Every vote, in order
Public Hearings
Favorable Action — A petition from National Grid requesting to lay new underground conduit from Broadway to Hampshire Street Public Hearing Held, no one spoke in favor or against the petition
1. C©0088-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid requesting to lay new underground conduit from Broadway to Hampshire Street Public Hearing Held, no one spoke in favor or against the petition. The petitioner appeared and informed the Council that the work would be done in the daytime and that the street would not be closed to traffic during construction. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] ; Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“1. C©0088-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid requesting to lay new underground conduit from Broadway to Hampshire Street Public Hearing Held, no one spoke in favor or against the petition. The petitioner appeared and informed the Council that the work would be done in the daytime and that the street would not be closed to traffic during construction. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] ; Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Stephanie Smith)
Favorable Action — Petition: A petition from Extenet LLC requesting to lay new underground conduit on Broadway from Second Street to Pleasant Street Public Hearing Held, no one spoke in favor or...
2. C0100-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from Extenet LLC requesting to lay new underground conduit on Broadway from Second Street to Pleasant Street Public Hearing Held, no one spoke in favor or against the petition. The petitioners appeared and stated that this work will be done over a 2-4 week period. They have a traffic management plan and will work closely with Everett Police to avoid traffic disruptions as much as possible. The work is being done to complete the small cell towers that were approved by the Council a few years back. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“2. C0100-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from Extenet LLC requesting to lay new underground conduit on Broadway from Second Street to Pleasant Street Public Hearing Held, no one spoke in favor or against the petition. The petitioners appeared and stated that this work will be done over a 2-4 week period. They have a traffic management plan and will work closely with Everett Police to avoid traffic disruptions as much as possible. The work is being done to complete the small cell towers that were approved by the Council a few years back. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Stephanie Smith)
Approval of Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Accept Meeting Minutes — Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of March 13, 2023
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of March 13, 2023 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes 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
“Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of March 13, 2023 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Communications from His Honor the Mayor
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of David Joyner, Michael Vitukevich, & Derek Volpicelli to the Everett Fire Department
3. C0101-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of David Joyner, Michael Vitukevich, & Derek Volpicelli to the Everett Fire Department MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“3. C0101-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of David Joyner, Michael Vitukevich, & Derek Volpicelli to the Everett Fire Department MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Marie Dillon & Sharon White to the Council on Aging, for a term of three (3) years, expiring April 1, 2026
4. €0104-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Marie Dillon & Sharon White to the Council on Aging, for a term of three (3) years, expiring April 1, 2026. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Nguyen
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, SmithThe minutes list Irene Cardillo and Vivian Nguyen as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“4. €0104-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Marie Dillon & Sharon White to the Council on Aging, for a term of three (3) years, expiring April 1, 2026. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Nguyen.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Sergeant Joseph Gaff, & Patrolman James MacGregor as sworn weighers for the City of Everett's Police Department...
5. C0105-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Sergeant Joseph Gaff, & Patrolman James MacGregor as sworn weighers for the City of Everett's Police Department Truck Inspection Unit for a one (1) year term expiring March, 2024 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list Irene Cardillo as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“5. C0105-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Sergeant Joseph Gaff, & Patrolman James MacGregor as sworn weighers for the City of Everett's Police Department Truck Inspection Unit for a one (1) year term expiring March, 2024 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Terri Ronco to position of Director of Human Resources for a term of three (3) years ending March 27, 2026...
6. C0107-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Terri Ronco to position of Director of Human Resources for a term of three (3) years ending March 27, 2026 Council suspended Rule 20 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“6. C0107-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Terri Ronco to position of Director of Human Resources for a term of three (3) years ending March 27, 2026 Council suspended Rule 20 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Refer — Order: An order requesting the amendment of order # C0379-22 to reduce the amount of the approved borrowing by $135,684 that was to be used to purchase 4 2023 Ford Escape SE Sport AWD...
7. ©0108-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the amendment of order # C0379-22 to reduce the amount of the approved borrowing by $135,684 that was to be used to purchase 4 2023 Ford Escape SE Sport AWD Hybrid vehicles which are not available for purchase Suspended Rule 13 and Referred to 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
“7. ©0108-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the amendment of order # C0379-22 to reduce the amount of the approved borrowing by $135,684 that was to be used to purchase 4 2023 Ford Escape SE Sport AWD Hybrid vehicles which are not available for purchase Suspended Rule 13 and Referred to 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)
Refer — Order: An order requesting the approval of an appropriation by borrowing in the amount of $144,000 for the purpose of paying the costs associated with the purchase of 3 2023 Ford Explorer...
8. C©0109-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the approval of an appropriation by borrowing in the amount of $144,000 for the purpose of paying the costs associated with the purchase of 3 2023 Ford Explorer Hybrid model vehicles. 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
“8. C©0109-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the approval of an appropriation by borrowing in the amount of $144,000 for the purpose of paying the costs associated with the purchase of 3 2023 Ford Explorer Hybrid model vehicles. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)
Petitions and Licenses
Postpone — Petition: A petition requesting the renewal of a precious metals license for All Checks Cashed at 1998 Revere Beach Parkway
9. C0102-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a precious metals license for All Checks Cashed at 1998 Revere Beach Parkway MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi 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
“9. C0102-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a precious metals license for All Checks Cashed at 1998 Revere Beach Parkway MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Unfinished Business
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the Administration provide the City Council, the School Committee and the School Department with the Administration's...
10. 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. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi 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
“10. 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. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Order: An order requesting the approval of an appropriation of $150,000 to pay the costs of the Water System Remediation Projects
11. 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: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) 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
“11. 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: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — 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...
12. 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: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) 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
“12. 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: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer — Resolution: That Senator DiDomenico & Representatives McGonagle, Ryan & Garcia request that the D.C.R. Highway Division repaint crosswalks on Revere Beach Parkway at the intersections of...
13. C0086-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That Senator DiDomenico & Representatives McGonagle, Ryan & Garcia request that the D.C.R. Highway Division repaint crosswalks on Revere Beach Parkway at the intersections of Lewis Street & Second Street due to the poor condition in the interest of public safety Referred to the Senator and Representatives to take appropriate action. 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
“13. C0086-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That Senator DiDomenico & Representatives McGonagle, Ryan & Garcia request that the D.C.R. Highway Division repaint crosswalks on Revere Beach Parkway at the intersections of Lewis Street & Second Street due to the poor condition in the interest of public safety Referred to the Senator and Representatives to take appropriate action. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
New Business
Postpone — Resolution: That the Administration/Planning & Development Office appear to give an update on the progress of the Ferry and Elm Streets project
14. C0103-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Richard J. Dell Isola, Jr. That the Administration/Planning & Development Office appear to give an update on the progress of the Ferry and Elm Streets project MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. 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
“14. C0103-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Richard J. Dell Isola, Jr. That the Administration/Planning & Development Office appear to give an update on the progress of the Ferry and Elm Streets project MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Richard Dell Isola, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer — Order: Be it ordered by the City Council of the City of Everett, Massachusetts that the Legislative Code of the Everett City Council be amended to include a section on yearly performance...
15. C0106-23 Order/s/ Councilors Stephanie V. Smith, Stephanie Martins & Darren M. Costa Be it ordered by the City Council of the City of Everett, Massachusetts that the Legislative Code of the Everett City Council be amended to include a section on yearly performance reviews for City Council employees Referred to a works sessions of the Legislative Affairs 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
“15. C0106-23 Order/s/ Councilors Stephanie V. Smith, Stephanie Martins & Darren M. Costa Be it ordered by the City Council of the City of Everett, Massachusetts that the Legislative Code of the Everett City Council be amended to include a section on yearly performance reviews for City Council employees Referred to a works sessions of the Legislative Affairs committee. 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 a veterans square be dedicated at the intersection of Chelsea Street & Partridge Terrace, if available, in the name of Corporal Joseph Anthony DiCato, Sr, who served in...
16. C0110-23 Resolution/s/ Councilors: Darren M. Costa, Wayne A. Matewsky, Al Lattanzi That a veterans square be dedicated at the intersection of Chelsea Street & Partridge Terrace, if available, in the name of Corporal Joseph Anthony DiCato, Sr, who served in the U.S. Army, and was a POW. in the Korean War. Item was referred to the Veterans Director to have a dedication sometime this year and the item was amended to add Councilor Lattanzi as a co-sponsor. 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
“16. C0110-23 Resolution/s/ Councilors: Darren M. Costa, Wayne A. Matewsky, Al Lattanzi That a veterans square be dedicated at the intersection of Chelsea Street & Partridge Terrace, if available, in the name of Corporal Joseph Anthony DiCato, Sr, who served in the U.S. Army, and was a POW. in the Korean War. Item was referred to the Veterans Director to have a dedication sometime this year and the item was amended to add Councilor Lattanzi as a co-sponsor. 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 IT Director appear to comment on whether the City of Everett would benefit from appropriating ARPA funding to modernize Cybersecurity,...
17. C0111-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that the IT Director appear to comment on whether the City of Everett would benefit from appropriating ARPA funding to modernize Cybersecurity, Public-facing Digital Services and Cross-Government Collaboration / Scalable Services. The goal would be to ensure the city is protected from potential cyberattacks and/or data breaches. Referred to the Government Operations committee to discuss with the IT Director and invite High School student Juan Ramos as he spoke about this item at Public Participation. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi 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. C0111-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that the IT Director appear to comment on whether the City of Everett would benefit from appropriating ARPA funding to modernize Cybersecurity, Public-facing Digital Services and Cross-Government Collaboration / Scalable Services. The goal would be to ensure the city is protected from potential cyberattacks and/or data breaches. Referred to the Government Operations committee to discuss with the IT Director and invite High School student Juan Ramos as he spoke about this item at Public Participation. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
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