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Everett City Council · 2022–2023 Council · Regular meeting

April 24, 2023

34 recorded votes, 26 with disagreement.

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Attendance

Note on these minutes: The Members Present list does not include Irene Cardillo, Jimmy Le, Stephanie Martins and Vivian Nguyen, who are counted absent.

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

Absent: Irene Cardillo, Jimmy Le, Stephanie Martins, Vivian Nguyen

Every vote, in order

Roll Call

Favorable Action — A petition from Crown Castle NG East, LLC requesting to lay new underground ggnduit oO from Spring Street to 35 Garvey Street a Public Hearing Held, no one spoke in favor or...

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 7 present

1. C0114-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President U we Ed Wo A petition from Crown Castle NG East, LLC requesting to lay new underground ggnduit oO from Spring Street to 35 Garvey Street a Public Hearing Held, no one spoke in favor or against the petition. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:

From the minutes

“1. C0114-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President U we Ed Wo A petition from Crown Castle NG East, LLC requesting to lay new underground ggnduit oO from Spring Street to 35 Garvey Street a Public Hearing Held, no one spoke in favor or against the petition. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)

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Favorable Action — A petition from National Grid requesting to install JO Pole #153-1 55ft +/- south east of Pole #153 on Abbott Avenue to provide clearance for overhead wire crossing over...

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

2. ©0130-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid requesting to install JO Pole #153-1 55ft +/- south east of Pole #153 on Abbott Avenue to provide clearance for overhead wire crossing over customer property at 260 Elm Street Public Hearing Held, no one spoke in favor or against the petition. 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

“2. ©0130-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid requesting to install JO Pole #153-1 55ft +/- south east of Pole #153 on Abbott Avenue to provide clearance for overhead wire crossing over customer property at 260 Elm Street Public Hearing Held, no one spoke in favor or against the petition. MOTION: Favorable Action 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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Favorable Action — A petition from National Grid requesting to construct a line of underground electric conduits on East Elm Street Public Hearing Held, no one spoke in favor or against the petition

Minutes, page 2

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 7 present

3. ©0131-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid requesting to construct a line of underground electric conduits on East Elm Street Public Hearing Held, no one spoke in favor or against the petition. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:

From the minutes

“3. ©0131-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid requesting to construct a line of underground electric conduits on East Elm Street Public Hearing Held, no one spoke in favor or against the petition. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)

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

Approval of Minutes of the Previous Meeting

Favorable Action — Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of March 27, 2023

Minutes, page 2

Approve minutesPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of March 27, 2023 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

“Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of March 27, 2023 MOTION: Favorable Action 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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Communications from His Honor the Mayor

Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend donations totaling $10,500.00 to the Summer Jobs Program from : Blatman, Bobrowski, Haverty, & Silverstein-$500, The...

Minutes, page 3

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 7 present

4. ©0117-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend donations totaling $10,500.00 to the Summer Jobs Program from : Blatman, Bobrowski, Haverty, & Silverstein-$500, The Leavitt Corporation-$1,000, Schnitzer Steel Industries-$5,000, Oliveira's Enterprises Corp-$1,000, Alfred Lattanzi/Everett Supply-$1,000, Dagle Electrical Construction Corp-$1,000, Tom Fiorentino/Team Work Cleaning Concepts-$1 ,000 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:

From the minutes

“4. ©0117-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend donations totaling $10,500.00 to the Summer Jobs Program from : Blatman, Bobrowski, Haverty, & Silverstein-$500, The Leavitt Corporation-$1,000, Schnitzer Steel Industries-$5,000, Oliveira's Enterprises Corp-$1,000, Alfred Lattanzi/Everett Supply-$1,000, Dagle Electrical Construction Corp-$1,000, Tom Fiorentino/Team Work Cleaning Concepts-$1 ,000 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)

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

Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend donations totaling $530.00 from City of Everett employees during the month of March, 2023 for the Fire Victims Fund

Minutes, page 3

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 7 present

5. C0118-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend donations totaling $530.00 from City of Everett employees during the month of March, 2023 for the Fire Victims Fund. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: = John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:

From the minutes

“5. C0118-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend donations totaling $530.00 from City of Everett employees during the month of March, 2023 for the Fire Victims Fund. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: = John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)

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

Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept a donation to the Everett Police Department of 115 bicycle helmets from Breakstone, White & Gluck Law Firm at a total dollar value...

Minutes, page 3

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 7 present

6. C0119-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept a donation to the Everett Police Department of 115 bicycle helmets from Breakstone, White & Gluck Law Firm at a total dollar value of $2,300.00 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:

From the minutes

“6. C0119-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept a donation to the Everett Police Department of 115 bicycle helmets from Breakstone, White & Gluck Law Firm at a total dollar value of $2,300.00 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)

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Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending the acceptance of the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Lead Service Line (LSL) Inventories and Replacement Plans Planning Stage Grant in the...

Minutes, page 4

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 7 present

7. ©0122-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the acceptance of the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Lead Service Line (LSL) Inventories and Replacement Plans Planning Stage Grant in the amount of $150,000. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:

From the minutes

“7. ©0122-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the acceptance of the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Lead Service Line (LSL) Inventories and Replacement Plans Planning Stage Grant in the amount of $150,000. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)

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

Postpone — Order: An order recommending the creation of a new special purpose stabilization fund, to be known as the Opioid Settlement Stabilization Fund and further, to appropriate $193,152.27...

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

9. C0124-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the creation of a new special purpose stabilization fund, to be known as the Opioid Settlement Stabilization Fund and further, to appropriate $193,152.27 from the Budgetary Fund Balance ("Free Cash') to establish said fund, such amount being equal to that received by the city from opioid litigation settlements.. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

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

From the minutes

“9. C0124-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the creation of a new special purpose stabilization fund, to be known as the Opioid Settlement Stabilization Fund and further, to appropriate $193,152.27 from the Budgetary Fund Balance ("Free Cash') to establish said fund, such amount being equal to that received by the city from opioid litigation settlements.. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Richard Dell Isola)

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

Postpone — Order: An order recommending the adoption of the last paragraph MGL Chapter 40, Section 5B and dedicate to said Opioid Settlement Stabilization Fund, without further appropriation, 100%...

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

10. C0125-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the adoption of the last paragraph MGL Chapter 40, Section 5B and dedicate to said Opioid Settlement Stabilization Fund, without further appropriation, 100% of the opioid litigation settlement funds received by the city MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

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

From the minutes

“10. C0125-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the adoption of the last paragraph MGL Chapter 40, Section 5B and dedicate to said Opioid Settlement Stabilization Fund, without further appropriation, 100% of the opioid litigation settlement funds received by the city MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Richard Dell Isola)

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

Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending the acceptance of a donation from Brian Savi, President of the Everett Little League, of a batting cage at Sacramone Park at a total dollar value of...

Minutes, page 5

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 7 present

11. C0126-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the acceptance of a donation from Brian Savi, President of the Everett Little League, of a batting cage at Sacramone Park at a total dollar value of $23,000.00. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:

From the minutes

“11. C0126-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the acceptance of a donation from Brian Savi, President of the Everett Little League, of a batting cage at Sacramone Park at a total dollar value of $23,000.00. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)

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

Petitions and Licenses

Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting the renewal of a junk dealer/collector license for Second St. Iron & Metals at 285 Second Street Items 12, 13 and 15-18 were taken collectively...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · 6–0

12. C0115-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a junk dealer/collector license for Second St. Iron & Metals at 285 Second Street Items 12, 13 and 15-18 were taken collectively and passed unanimously. Councilor Marchese recused himself due to a conflict with the licenses being approved. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith NAYS: AWAY:

Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Matewsky, SmithThe roll call does not list Michael Marchese, who was at the meeting, so that councilor is left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“12. C0115-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a junk dealer/collector license for Second St. Iron & Metals at 285 Second Street Items 12, 13 and 15-18 were taken collectively and passed unanimously. Councilor Marchese recused himself due to a conflict with the licenses being approved. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Alfred Lattanzi)

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Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting the renewal of a junk dealer/collector license renewal for Schnitzer NE at 69 Rover Street

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · 6–0

13. C0116-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a junk dealer/collector license renewal for Schnitzer NE at 69 Rover Street MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith NAYS: AWAY:

Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Matewsky, SmithThe roll call does not list Michael Marchese, who was at the meeting, so that councilor is left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“13. C0116-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a junk dealer/collector license renewal for Schnitzer NE at 69 Rover Street MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Alfred Lattanzi)

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Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting a new combination motor vehicle repair mechanical/auto body license for P & S Auto Collision at 2034 Revere Beach Parkway

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 7 present

14. C0121-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting a new combination motor vehicle repair mechanical/auto body license for P & S Auto Collision at 2034 Revere Beach Parkway MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:

From the minutes

“14. C0121-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting a new combination motor vehicle repair mechanical/auto body license for P & S Auto Collision at 2034 Revere Beach Parkway MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: Richard Dell Isola)

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

Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting the renewal of a second hand dealers' license, an antiques license and a precious metals license for Wentworth Precious Metals LLC at 421 Second...

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · 6–0

15. C0132-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a second hand dealers' license, an antiques license and a precious metals license for Wentworth Precious Metals LLC at 421 Second Street MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith NAYS: AWAY:

Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Matewsky, SmithThe roll call does not list Michael Marchese, who was at the meeting, so that councilor is left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“15. C0132-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a second hand dealers' license, an antiques license and a precious metals license for Wentworth Precious Metals LLC at 421 Second Street MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Alfred Lattanzi)

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Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting the renewal of a junk dealer/collector license for Wentworth Precious Metals LLC at 421 Second Street

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · 6–0

16. C0133-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a junk dealer/collector license for Wentworth Precious Metals LLC at 421 Second Street MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith NAYS: AWAY:

Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Matewsky, SmithThe roll call does not list Michael Marchese, who was at the meeting, so that councilor is left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“16. C0133-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a junk dealer/collector license for Wentworth Precious Metals LLC at 421 Second Street MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Alfred Lattanzi)

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

Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting the renewal of a second hand dealers' license, an antiques license and a precious metals license for Gold n Oldies at 2044 Revere Beach Parkway

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · 6–0

17. C0137-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a second hand dealers' license, an antiques license and a precious metals license for Gold n Oldies at 2044 Revere Beach Parkway MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith NAYS: AWAY:

Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Matewsky, SmithThe roll call does not list Michael Marchese, who was at the meeting, so that councilor is left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“17. C0137-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a second hand dealers' license, an antiques license and a precious metals license for Gold n Oldies at 2044 Revere Beach Parkway MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Alfred Lattanzi)

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

Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting the renewal of a second hand dealers' license, an antiques license and a precious metals license for Art Gold Jewelry Inc. at 159 Main Street

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · 6–0

18. C0138-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a second hand dealers' license, an antiques license and a precious metals license for Art Gold Jewelry Inc. at 159 Main Street MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith NAYS: AWAY:

Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Matewsky, SmithThe roll call does not list Michael Marchese, who was at the meeting, so that councilor is left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“18. C0138-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a second hand dealers' license, an antiques license and a precious metals license for Art Gold Jewelry Inc. at 159 Main Street MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Smith NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Alfred Lattanzi)

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Committee Reports

Refer — Resolution: That the owner of 20 Garvey Street appear at the next Community & Business Development meeting to discuss property usage, & permits issued on that site

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

19. C0045-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That the owner of 20 Garvey Street appear at the next Community & Business Development meeting to discuss property usage, & permits issued on that site. This item was referred to the ISD, Solicitor and City Clerk offices to see what action can be taken. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Wayne Matewsky 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

“19. C0045-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That the owner of 20 Garvey Street appear at the next Community & Business Development meeting to discuss property usage, & permits issued on that site. This item was referred to the ISD, Solicitor and City Clerk offices to see what action can be taken. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: Alfred Lattanzi)

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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 The Administration...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

20. C0089-23 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 The Administration sent a letter requesting this item be amended to increase the amount by $100,000. The Council referred the item back to Ways and Means for further discussion. 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

“20. C0089-23 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 The Administration sent a letter requesting this item be amended to increase the amount by $100,000. The Council referred the item back to Ways and Means for further discussion. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)

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Favorable Action — 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...

Minutes, page 8

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 7 present

21. C0108-23 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 The motion to rescind the order as requested by the Administration passed unanimously. MOTION: Favorable Action 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, but say “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 The motion to rescind the order as requested by the Administration passed unanimously.”, so every councilor present is shown voting yes.

From the minutes

“21. C0108-23 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 The motion to rescind the order as requested by the Administration passed unanimously. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)

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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...

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

22. C0109-23 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. The item was referred back to the Ways and Means Committee. 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

“22. C0109-23 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. The item was referred back to the Ways and Means Committee. 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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Postpone — Ordinance: Ordinance Amending Section 32 B 1 of the Zoning Ordinances: Inclusionary Zoning

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

23. C0058-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Darren M. Costa An Ordinance Amending Section 32 B 1 of the Zoning Ordinances: Inclusionary Zoning MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. 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

“23. C0058-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Darren M. Costa An Ordinance Amending Section 32 B 1 of the Zoning Ordinances: Inclusionary Zoning MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Richard Dell Isola, second: Alfred Lattanzi)

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Unfinished Business

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...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

25. 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. The item was referred to the Administration requesting a response back to the sponsors. 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. 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. The item was referred to the Administration requesting a response back to the sponsors. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)

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Postpone — Resolution: That the ARPA panel consider engaging with the Everett Public Schools for feedback and a wider public reach

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

26. 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 MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. 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

“26. 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 MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Richard Dell Isola, second: Alfred Lattanzi)

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Refer — Petition: A petition requesting the renewal of a precious metals license for All Checks Cashed at 1998 Revere Beach Parkway

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

27. 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 The item was referrd to the Community and Business Development Committee in May requeting the petitioners cme before the Committee to discuss the barriers they have in front of their business. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

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

From the minutes

“27. 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 The item was referrd to the Community and Business Development Committee in May requeting the petitioners cme before the Committee to discuss the barriers they have in front of their business. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: Stephanie Smith)

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Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: That the Administration/Planning & Development Office appear to give an update on the progress of the Ferry and Elm Streets project

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

28. 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: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. 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

“28. 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: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Richard Dell Isola, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)

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New Business

Refer — Resolution: That the Administration, Police Department and Traffic Enforcement enforce the towing of parked cars impeding street cleaning beginning April 1st This item was referred to teh...

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

29. C0112-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Administration, Police Department and Traffic Enforcement enforce the towing of parked cars impeding street cleaning beginning April 1st This item was referred to teh Administration, Traffic Enforcement and Police to have a response back at the second meeting in May. MOTION: Refer 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

“29. C0112-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Administration, Police Department and Traffic Enforcement enforce the towing of parked cars impeding street cleaning beginning April 1st This item was referred to teh Administration, Traffic Enforcement and Police to have a response back at the second meeting in May. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)

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Refer — Resolution: That the Administration consider passing the credit card transaction fees down to the customer's due to the large increase year-over-year of online billing

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

30. C0113-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Administration consider passing the credit card transaction fees down to the customer's due to the large increase year-over-year of online billing. The item was referred to teh CFO and Treasurer to take appropriate action. 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

“30. C0113-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Administration consider passing the credit card transaction fees down to the customer's due to the large increase year-over-year of online billing. The item was referred to teh CFO and Treasurer to take appropriate action. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)

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Postpone — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the Mayor's Office provides the City Council with a copy of the 2019 School Space Study from the Mount Vernon Group

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

31. C0120-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that the Mayor's Office provides the City Council with a copy of the 2019 School Space Study from the Mount Vernon Group Referred to the City and School Administrations to provide the study prior to the May 8" Council meeting. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

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

From the minutes

“31. C0120-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that the Mayor's Office provides the City Council with a copy of the 2019 School Space Study from the Mount Vernon Group Referred to the City and School Administrations to provide the study prior to the May 8" Council meeting. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Richard Dell Isola)

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Refer — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the Planning Department consider changing the circled lots on the attached list from Business District to Dwelling District due to their potential...

Minutes, page 12

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

32. C0127-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that the Planning Department consider changing the circled lots on the attached list from Business District to Dwelling District due to their potential to create undue harm to our more dense neighborhoods. The item was sent to the Planning Board requesting them to place this on their agenda to have public discussion. 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

“32. C0127-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that the Planning Department consider changing the circled lots on the attached list from Business District to Dwelling District due to their potential to create undue harm to our more dense neighborhoods. The item was sent to the Planning Board requesting them to place this on their agenda to have public discussion. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)

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Refer — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the Planning Board consider modifying the Inclusionary Zoning Ordinances to require developments to include more deeded affordable apartments below...

Minutes, page 12

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

33. C0128-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa, Councilor Stephanie V. Smith A resolution requesting that the Planning Board consider modifying the Inclusionary Zoning Ordinances to require developments to include more deeded affordable apartments below 80% AMI The item was sent to the Planning Board requesting them to place this on their agenda to have public discussion. The item was amended to add Councilor Smith 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

“33. C0128-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa, Councilor Stephanie V. Smith A resolution requesting that the Planning Board consider modifying the Inclusionary Zoning Ordinances to require developments to include more deeded affordable apartments below 80% AMI The item was sent to the Planning Board requesting them to place this on their agenda to have public discussion. The item was amended to add Councilor Smith 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)

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Refer — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the Administration provide a high-level cost analysis for their vision of the construction of a new high school building and its operations

Minutes, page 13

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

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From the minutes

“MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)

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Adjournment

Adjourn — Meeting adjourned at 8:55 pm

Minutes, page 13

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Meeting adjourned at 8:55 pm MOTION: Adjourn 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

“Meeting adjourned at 8:55 pm MOTION: Adjourn MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: _ Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Stephanie Smith)

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