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Everett City Council · 2022–2023 Council · Regular meeting

May 8, 2023

29 recorded votes, 28 with disagreement.

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Attendance

Note on these minutes: The Members Present list does not include Richard Dell Isola and Jimmy Le, who are counted absent.

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

Absent: Richard Dell Isola, Jimmy Le

Every vote, in order

Communications from His Honor the Mayor

Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending the acceptance of a donation in the amount of $200.00 from Albanese Bros Inc. for the Summer Jobs Program

Minutes, page 1

Adopt orderPassed · 7–0

4. ©0139-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the acceptance of a donation in the amount of $200.00 from Albanese Bros Inc. for the Summer Jobs Program MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Marchese

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

From the minutes

“4. ©0139-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the acceptance of a donation in the amount of $200.00 from Albanese Bros Inc. for the Summer Jobs Program MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Alfred Lattanzi)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending the acceptance of a donation in the amount of $25,000.00 from Greystar for the Summer Jobs Program

Minutes, page 2

Adopt orderPassed · 7–0

3. ©0141-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the acceptance of a donation in the amount of $25,000.00 from Greystar for the Summer Jobs Program MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Marchese

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

From the minutes

“3. ©0141-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the acceptance of a donation in the amount of $25,000.00 from Greystar for the Summer Jobs Program MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Darren Costa)

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

Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending the acceptance of a donation of 30 pizzas with a total dollar value of $589.69 from Fuentes Kitchen to the Canciones y Comida event in Everett

Minutes, page 2

Adopt orderPassed · 7–0

4. ©0142-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the acceptance of a donation of 30 pizzas with a total dollar value of $589.69 from Fuentes Kitchen to the Canciones y Comida event in Everett. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Vivian Nguyen SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Marchese

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

From the minutes

“4. ©0142-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the acceptance of a donation of 30 pizzas with a total dollar value of $589.69 from Fuentes Kitchen to the Canciones y Comida event in Everett. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Vivian Nguyen SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Marchese.” (Motion: Vivian Nguyen, second: Stephanie Smith)

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

Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointments of the following individuals to the Everett Police Department: Nicholas Maloof, John Comeford, Brittany Bolduc,...

Minutes, page 2

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 9 present

5. ©0144-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointments of the following individuals to the Everett Police Department: Nicholas Maloof, John Comeford, Brittany Bolduc, Sandra Rivas. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: [9 TO 0] : Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:

From the minutes

“5. ©0144-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointments of the following individuals to the Everett Police Department: Nicholas Maloof, John Comeford, Brittany Bolduc, Sandra Rivas. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: [9 TO 0] : Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)

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

Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation on the re-appointment of William Hart as a member of the Board of Assessors for a term of three (3) years, expiring May 31, 2026

Minutes, page 3

Confirm appointmentPassed · 7–0

6. C0145-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation on the re-appointment of William Hart as a member of the Board of Assessors for a term of three (3) years, expiring May 31, 2026 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Alfred Lattanzi SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Marchese

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

From the minutes

“6. C0145-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation on the re-appointment of William Hart as a member of the Board of Assessors for a term of three (3) years, expiring May 31, 2026 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Alfred Lattanzi SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Marchese.” (Motion: Alfred Lattanzi, second: Stephanie Martins)

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

Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending approval to accept and expend donations totaling $1,250.00 from Malden Transportation $1,000.00, & Weston & Sampson $250.00, for the Summer Jobs program

Minutes, page 3

Adopt orderPassed · 7–0

7. ©0146-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending approval to accept and expend donations totaling $1,250.00 from Malden Transportation $1,000.00, & Weston & Sampson $250.00, for the Summer Jobs program MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Marchese

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

From the minutes

“7. ©0146-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending approval to accept and expend donations totaling $1,250.00 from Malden Transportation $1,000.00, & Weston & Sampson $250.00, for the Summer Jobs program MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)

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

Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending approval to accept and expend a Local Food Policy Council Grant from the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) in the amount of...

Minutes, page 3

Adopt orderPassed · 7–0

8. C0149-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending approval to accept and expend a Local Food Policy Council Grant from the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) in the amount of $17,991.00 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Marchese

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

From the minutes

“8. C0149-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending approval to accept and expend a Local Food Policy Council Grant from the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) in the amount of $17,991.00 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Marchese.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: Stephanie Smith)

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

Favorable Action — Appointment: An order recommending the confirmation of the appointments of the individuals on the attached list as Sworn Weighers for Exelon Generation at 18 Rover Street, for...

Minutes, page 4

Confirm appointmentPassed · 7–0

9. C0150-23 Appointment/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the confirmation of the appointments of the individuals on the attached list as Sworn Weighers for Exelon Generation at 18 Rover Street, for an unpaid term of one year, expiring June 8, 2024 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Marchese

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

From the minutes

“9. C0150-23 Appointment/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the confirmation of the appointments of the individuals on the attached list as Sworn Weighers for Exelon Generation at 18 Rover Street, for an unpaid term of one year, expiring June 8, 2024 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)

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

Amend — Ordinance: An ordinance establishing revolving funds in the City of Everett

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · 8–0

10. C0151-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An ordinance establishing revolving funds in the City of Everett MOTION: Amend MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese

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

From the minutes

“10. C0151-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An ordinance establishing revolving funds in the City of Everett MOTION: Amend MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)

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

Enroll — Ordinance: An ordinance establishing revolving funds in the City of Everett MOTION: Amend MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon,...

Minutes, page 4

Adopt orderPassed · 8–0

C.F.O. Eric Demas appeared before the Council to explain this item, and answer questions . Amended to take out the section "And It Further Be Ordered" regarding the revolving funds MOTION: Enrolled MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese

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

From the minutes

“C.F.O. Eric Demas appeared before the Council to explain this item, and answer questions . Amended to take out the section "And It Further Be Ordered" regarding the revolving funds MOTION: Enrolled MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)

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

Referred to Ways & Means Committee — Order: An order requesting the approval of an appropriation of $307,552 from Receipts Reserved for Appropriation - Bond Premiums and $178,448 from Receipts...

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · 8–0

11. C0152-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the approval of an appropriation of $307,552 from Receipts Reserved for Appropriation - Bond Premiums and $178,448 from Receipts Reserved for Appropriation - Parking for a total of $486,000 to fund the replacement of parking kiosks around the city MOTION: Referred to Ways & Means Committee MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese

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

From the minutes

“11. C0152-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the approval of an appropriation of $307,552 from Receipts Reserved for Appropriation - Bond Premiums and $178,448 from Receipts Reserved for Appropriation - Parking for a total of $486,000 to fund the replacement of parking kiosks around the city MOTION: Referred to Ways & Means Committee MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)

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

Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending approval to accept and expend a donation from Mundo Infantil Child Care in the amount of $300.00 for the Canciones y Comida event

Minutes, page 5

Adopt orderPassed · 7–0

12. C0153-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending approval to accept and expend a donation from Mundo Infantil Child Care in the amount of $300.00 for the Canciones y Comida event. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Marchese

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

From the minutes

“12. C0153-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending approval to accept and expend a donation from Mundo Infantil Child Care in the amount of $300.00 for the Canciones y Comida event. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)

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

Unfinished Business

Postpone — Ordinance: Ordinance Amending Section 32 B 1 of the Zoning Ordinances: Inclusionary Zoning

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · 8–0

13. 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: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese

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

From the minutes

“13. 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: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Stephanie Smith)

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

Refer to Administration with an answer in writing — Resolution: That the ARPA panel consider engaging with the Everett Public Schools for feedback and a wider public reach

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · 8–0

14. 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: Refer to Administration with an answer in writing MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese

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

From the minutes

“14. 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: Refer to Administration with an answer in writing MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Darren Costa)

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

Placed on file — 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 6

Adopt resolutionPassed · 8–0

15. 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 MOTION: Placed on file MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese

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

From the minutes

“15. 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 MOTION: Placed on file MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)

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

Favorable Action — 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...

Minutes, page 6

Adopt orderPassed · 8–0

16. 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: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese

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

From the minutes

“16. 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: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Alfred Lattanzi)

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

Favorable Action — 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...

Minutes, page 6

Adopt orderPassed · 8–0

17. 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: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese

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

From the minutes

“17. 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: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Alfred Lattanzi)

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

Placed on file — 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 6

Adopt resolutionPassed · 8–0

18. C0129-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa 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. MOTION: Placed on file MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese

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

From the minutes

“18. C0129-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa 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. MOTION: Placed on file MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)

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

New Business

Referred to Senator DiDomenico & Representative McGonagle for a response — Resolution: That Representative McGonagle and State Senator DiDomenico provide an update on the Home Rule Petition...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · 8–0

19. C0134-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That Representative McGonagle and State Senator DiDomenico provide an update on the Home Rule Petition creating the Cadet Program MOTION: Referred to Senator DiDomenico & Representative McGonagle for a response MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese

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

From the minutes

“19. C0134-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That Representative McGonagle and State Senator DiDomenico provide an update on the Home Rule Petition creating the Cadet Program MOTION: Referred to Senator DiDomenico & Representative McGonagle for a response MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Stephanie Smith)

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Referred to the C.F.O. for a response — Resolution: That the CFO provide an update on the status of the process of building the new police station

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · 8–0

20. C0135-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the CFO provide an update on the status of the process of building the new police station MOTION: Referred to the C.F.O. for a response MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese

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

From the minutes

“20. C0135-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the CFO provide an update on the status of the process of building the new police station MOTION: Referred to the C.F.O. for a response MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Alfred Lattanzi)

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Referred to Planning Board & Zoning Board of Appeals — Resolution: That the Planning Board/ZBA consider sharing their agenda with the City Council as it gets posted and attaching public...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · 5–3

21. C0136-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the Planning Board/ZBA consider sharing their agenda with the City Council as it gets posted and attaching public documents/presentations pertaining to each item to the agenda that is posted online for increased transparency MOTION: Referred to Planning Board & Zoning Board of Appeals MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [5 TO 3] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen NAYS: Cardillo, Lattanzi, Smith AWAY: Marchese

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

From the minutes

“21. C0136-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the Planning Board/ZBA consider sharing their agenda with the City Council as it gets posted and attaching public documents/presentations pertaining to each item to the agenda that is posted online for increased transparency MOTION: Referred to Planning Board & Zoning Board of Appeals MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [5 TO 3] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen NAYS: Cardillo, Lattanzi, Smith AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)

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Referred to C.F.O — Resolution: That the Administration provide the City Council with the requested attached FY24 budget data by department in an electronic format in addition to paper packages

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · 8–0

22. C0147-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Administration provide the City Council with the requested attached FY24 budget data by department in an electronic format in addition to paper packages. MOTION: Referred to C.F.O. MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese

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

From the minutes

“22. C0147-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the Administration provide the City Council with the requested attached FY24 budget data by department in an electronic format in addition to paper packages. MOTION: Referred to C.F.O. MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)

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Referred to Traffic Commission, Sergeant Gaff, & Chief Mazzie — Resolution: To add a speed bump at the intersection of Kinsman St., Bradford St, and Park Rd

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · 8–0

23. C0154-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Vivian Nguyen To add a speed bump at the intersection of Kinsman St., Bradford St, and Park Rd. MOTION: Referred to Traffic Commission, Sergeant Gaff, & Chief Mazzie MOVER: Vivian Nguyen SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese

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

From the minutes

“23. C0154-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Vivian Nguyen To add a speed bump at the intersection of Kinsman St., Bradford St, and Park Rd. MOTION: Referred to Traffic Commission, Sergeant Gaff, & Chief Mazzie MOVER: Vivian Nguyen SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Vivian Nguyen, second: Stephanie Smith)

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Referred to Administration — Resolution: That the administration consider using ARPA funds for an on-demand micro-transit pilot program

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · 8–0

24, C0155-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Vivian Nguyen, Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration consider using ARPA funds for an on-demand micro-transit pilot program. MOTION: Referred to Administration MOVER: Vivian Nguyen SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese

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

From the minutes

“24, C0155-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Vivian Nguyen, Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration consider using ARPA funds for an on-demand micro-transit pilot program. MOTION: Referred to Administration MOVER: Vivian Nguyen SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Vivian Nguyen, second: Stephanie Martins)

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Referred to the Traffic Commission — Resolution: That the speed bump on Chestnut Street that was removed during the winter be returned

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · 8–0

25. C0156-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the speed bump on Chestnut Street that was removed during the winter be returned. MOTION: Referred to the Traffic Commission MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese

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

From the minutes

“25. C0156-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the speed bump on Chestnut Street that was removed during the winter be returned. MOTION: Referred to the Traffic Commission MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Vivian Nguyen)

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Amended to add Councilor Nguyen as the main sponsor — Ordinance: Ordinance Banning the Sale of Nips in the City of Everett

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · 7–0

26. C0157-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Vivian Nguyen, Councilor Stephanie Martins An Ordinance Banning the Sale of Nips in the City of Everett MOTION: Amended to add Councilor Nguyen as the main sponsor MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen NAYS: AWAY: Smith, Marchese

Yes: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, NguyenThe minutes list Stephanie Smith and Michael Marchese as “away” for this vote.

From the minutes

“26. C0157-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Vivian Nguyen, Councilor Stephanie Martins An Ordinance Banning the Sale of Nips in the City of Everett MOTION: Amended to add Councilor Nguyen as the main sponsor MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen NAYS: AWAY: Smith, Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Vivian Nguyen)

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

Referred to City Solicitor, postponed — Ordinance: Ordinance Banning the Sale of Nips in the City of Everett MOTION: Amended to add Councilor Nguyen as the main sponsor MOVER: Stephanie Martins...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · 7–0

MOTION: Referred to City Solicitor, postponed MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen NAYS: AWAY: Smith, Marchese

Yes: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, NguyenThe minutes list Stephanie Smith and Michael Marchese as “away” for this vote.

From the minutes

“MOTION: Referred to City Solicitor, postponed MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen NAYS: AWAY: Smith, Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Vivian Nguyen)

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

Maintenance Requests

Refer — A. Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That City Services remove 9ft high unsightly tree stump at 19 Bailey St at homeowner's request

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · 8–0

A. Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That City Services remove 9ft high unsightly tree stump at 19 Bailey St at homeowner's request MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese

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

From the minutes

“A. Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That City Services remove 9ft high unsightly tree stump at 19 Bailey St at homeowner's request MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Martins)

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

Adjournment

Favorable Action — Meeting adjourned at 8:29pm

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · 8–0

Meeting adjourned at 8:29pm MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese

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

From the minutes

“Meeting adjourned at 8:29pm MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Alfred Lattanzi)

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

From the Everett City Council’s minutes, posted on the city’s Agendas, Minutes & Transcripts page (City Council folder). We check every vote against the councilors present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Councilor photos: City of Everett (cityofeverett.com), from the official City Council page. Michele Capone: Everett Advocate (captioned news photo, cropped by MassVoter). Former councilors show initials.

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