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May 22, 2023
22 recorded votes, 19 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The Members Present list does not include Jimmy Le and Vivian Nguyen, who are counted absent.
Present: Irene Cardillo, Richard Dell Isola, Alfred Lattanzi, Darren Costa, John F. Hanlon, Michael Marchese, Stephanie Martins, Wayne A. Matewsky, Stephanie Smith
Absent: Jimmy Le, Vivian Nguyen
Every vote, in order
Public Hearings
Favorable Action — A petition from National Grid seeking permission to relocate JO Pole #3145 31 ft +/= southwest of its current location to provide clearance for a new building at 85 Boston...
4. ©0158-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid seeking permission to relocate JO Pole #3145 31 ft +/= southwest of its current location to provide clearance for a new building at 85 Boston Street Public Hearing was Held, no one spoke in favor or against the petition. The Petitioner appeared and answered questions on the work that will be done. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Cardillo, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Costa
Yes: Cardillo, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, SmithThe minutes list Darren Costa as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“4. ©0158-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid seeking permission to relocate JO Pole #3145 31 ft +/= southwest of its current location to provide clearance for a new building at 85 Boston Street Public Hearing was Held, no one spoke in favor or against the petition. The Petitioner appeared and answered questions on the work that will be done. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Cardillo, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Costa.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Favorable Action — A petition from National Grid seeking permission to install 2-4" conduits from relocated JO Pole 3145 15' +/- to the customer's property at 85 Boston Street for a new service
2. C0159-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid seeking permission to install 2-4" conduits from relocated JO Pole 3145 15' +/- to the customer's property at 85 Boston Street for a new service. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Cardillo, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Costa
Yes: Cardillo, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, SmithThe minutes list Darren Costa as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“2. C0159-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid seeking permission to install 2-4" conduits from relocated JO Pole 3145 15' +/- to the customer's property at 85 Boston Street for a new service. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Cardillo, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Costa.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Favorable Action — A petition from New Cingular Wireless PCS. LLC dba AT&T seeking permission to remove an existing small cell facility on a utility pole near 2 Gladstone Street, as requested by...
3. ©0173-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from New Cingular Wireless PCS. LLC dba AT&T seeking permission to remove an existing small cell facility on a utility pole near 2 Gladstone Street, as requested by National Grid, and relocating such facility to a proposed new pole which shall replace existing pole #2192 at 9 Gladstone Street Public Hearing was Held, no one spoke in favor or against the petition. The Petitioner appeared and answered questions on the work that will be done. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] ; Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“3. ©0173-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from New Cingular Wireless PCS. LLC dba AT&T seeking permission to remove an existing small cell facility on a utility pole near 2 Gladstone Street, as requested by National Grid, and relocating such facility to a proposed new pole which shall replace existing pole #2192 at 9 Gladstone Street Public Hearing was Held, no one spoke in favor or against the petition. The Petitioner appeared and answered questions on the work that will be done. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] ; Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Stephanie Martins)
Approval of Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Accept Meeting Minutes — Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of April 24, 2023 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of May 8, 2023 Minutes of the Joint Convention of...
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of April 24, 2023 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of May 8, 2023 Minutes of the Joint Convention of the City Council & School Committee of May 10, 2023 All 3 minutes were accepted ---_---" MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Stephanie Martins 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 April 24, 2023 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of May 8, 2023 Minutes of the Joint Convention of the City Council & School Committee of May 10, 2023 All 3 minutes were accepted ---_---" MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: John F. Hanlon)
Communications from His Honor the Mayor
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Leo Pizzano to the Traffic Commission for a three (3) year term expiring May 31, 2026
4. ©0166-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Leo Pizzano to the Traffic Commission for a three (3) year term expiring May 31, 2026 Items 4-7 were taken collectively and passed as they are renewal appointments. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanion, Martins, Matewsky, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Lattanzi
Yes: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, SmithThe minutes list Alfred Lattanzi as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“4. ©0166-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Leo Pizzano to the Traffic Commission for a three (3) year term expiring May 31, 2026 Items 4-7 were taken collectively and passed as they are renewal appointments. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanion, Martins, Matewsky, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Lattanzi.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of James LaVecchio Sr. to the Traffic Commission for a three (3) year term expiring May 31,2026
5. C0167-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of James LaVecchio Sr. to the Traffic Commission for a three (3) year term expiring May 31,2026 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] 4 Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Martins, Matewsky, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Lattanzi
Yes: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, SmithThe minutes list Alfred Lattanzi as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“5. C0167-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of James LaVecchio Sr. to the Traffic Commission for a three (3) year term expiring May 31,2026 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] 4 Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Martins, Matewsky, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Lattanzi.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Alfred Lattanzi to the Traffic Commission for a three (3) year term expiring May 31,2026
6. ©0168-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Alfred Lattanzi to the Traffic Commission for a three (3) year term expiring May 31,2026 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY: Lattanzi
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
“6. ©0168-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Alfred Lattanzi to the Traffic Commission for a three (3) year term expiring May 31,2026 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY: Lattanzi.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Daryl Colson to the Conservation Commission for a three (3) year term expiring May 31,2026
7. ©0169-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Daryl Colson to the Conservation Commission for a three (3) year term expiring May 31,2026 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Martins, Matewsky, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Lattanzi
Yes: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, SmithThe minutes list Alfred Lattanzi as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“7. ©0169-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Daryl Colson to the Conservation Commission for a three (3) year term expiring May 31,2026 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Martins, Matewsky, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Lattanzi.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Allison Jenkins to the position of Purchasing Agent for a three(3) year term ending May 31, 2026
8. C0174-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Allison Jenkins to the position of Purchasing Agent for a three(3) year term ending May 31, 2026. Rule 20 was suspended. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: ; Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“8. C0174-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Allison Jenkins to the position of Purchasing Agent for a three(3) year term ending May 31, 2026. Rule 20 was suspended. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: ; Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Darren Costa)
Committee Reports
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the approval of a transfer of $350,000 from various FY23 budget line items into the City Solicitor's Litigation/Professional Services account to pay...
10. C0089-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the approval of a transfer of $350,000 from various FY23 budget line items into the City Solicitor's Litigation/Professional Services account to pay invoices related to the US Attorney's Title VII inquiry The item was amended to change the amount from $250,000 to $350,000 and to change the order from an appropriation to a trsnfer which will now come from 5 different FY 23 city accounts. The item was passed as amended. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [7 TO 2] AYES: Cardillo, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Smith NAYS: Costa, Marchese AWAY:
Yes: Cardillo, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, SmithNo: Costa, Marchese
From the minutes
“10. C0089-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the approval of a transfer of $350,000 from various FY23 budget line items into the City Solicitor's Litigation/Professional Services account to pay invoices related to the US Attorney's Title VII inquiry The item was amended to change the amount from $250,000 to $350,000 and to change the order from an appropriation to a trsnfer which will now come from 5 different FY 23 city accounts. The item was passed as amended. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [7 TO 2] AYES: Cardillo, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Smith NAYS: Costa, Marchese AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Stephanie Smith)
Favorable Action — 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...
11. ©€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. Councilors disagreed with the use of hybrid vehicle instead of fully electric vehicles and did not agree with Supervisors needing to take vehicles home. The ordered failed to pass. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Failed [3 TO 6] AYES: Hanlon, Matewsky, Smith NAYS: Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Martins, Marchese AWAY:
Yes: Hanlon, Matewsky, SmithNo: Cardillo, Costa, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins
From the minutes
“11. ©€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. Councilors disagreed with the use of hybrid vehicle instead of fully electric vehicles and did not agree with Supervisors needing to take vehicles home. The ordered failed to pass. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Failed [3 TO 6] AYES: Hanlon, Matewsky, Smith NAYS: Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Martins, Marchese AWAY:.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: Stephanie Smith)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the approval of an appropriation by borrowing in the amount of $1,500,000 from Massachusetts Water Resources Authority's Lead Loan Program
12. C0123-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the approval of an appropriation by borrowing in the amount of $1,500,000 from Massachusetts Water Resources Authority's Lead Loan Program. This will enable the Water Department to continue to remove lead water services from our water distribution system. It will cover the cost of replacing 150 residential lead services MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Dell Isola, Jr.
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, SmithThe minutes list Irene Cardillo and Richard Dell Isola as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“12. C0123-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the approval of an appropriation by borrowing in the amount of $1,500,000 from Massachusetts Water Resources Authority's Lead Loan Program. This will enable the Water Department to continue to remove lead water services from our water distribution system. It will cover the cost of replacing 150 residential lead services MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Dell Isola, Jr..” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: John F. Hanlon)
Favorable Action — Order: 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...
13. ©0152-23 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: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Matewsky
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, SmithThe minutes list Irene Cardillo and Wayne A. Matewsky as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“13. ©0152-23 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: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Matewsky.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting the renewal of a precious metals license for All Checks Cashed at 1998 Revere Beach Parkway
14. 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: Favorable Action MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] Z Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: : Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“14. 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: Favorable Action MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] Z Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: : Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: John F. Hanlon)
Unfinished Business
Postpone — Ordinance: Ordinance Amending Section 32 B 1 of the Zoning Ordinances: Inclusionary Zoning
15. 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: 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. 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: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Darren Costa)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: That the Administration, Police Department and Traffic Enforcement enforce the towing of parked cars impeding street cleaning beginning April 1st
16. 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 MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“16. 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 MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Refer — Ordinance: Ordinance Banning the Sale of Nips in the City of Everett
17. C0157-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Vivian Nguyen, Councilor Stephanie Martins An Ordinance Banning the Sale of Nips in the City of Everett The item was referred tot he Licensing Commission who would be the authority on this item. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins 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. C0157-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Vivian Nguyen, Councilor Stephanie Martins An Ordinance Banning the Sale of Nips in the City of Everett The item was referred tot he Licensing Commission who would be the authority on this item. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
New Business
Postpone — Resolution: That Mr. Chris Simonelli, who is the substance abuse counselor for the City of Everett, appear at the next meeting to introduce himself to City Council
19. C0162-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky, Councilor Alfred J. Lattanzi That Mr. Chris Simonelli, who is the substance abuse counselor for the City of Everett, appear at the next meeting to introduce himself to City Council MOTION: Postpone 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
“19. C0162-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky, Councilor Alfred J. Lattanzi That Mr. Chris Simonelli, who is the substance abuse counselor for the City of Everett, appear at the next meeting to introduce himself to City Council MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer — Resolution: That the Police Traffic Control Division consider placing a speed radar monitor on Summer Street near the Whitney Lorrenti House
20. C0170-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That the Police Traffic Control Division consider placing a speed radar monitor on Summer Street near the Whitney Lorrenti House The item was referred to the Police Traffic Division for action. 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
“20. C0170-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That the Police Traffic Control Division consider placing a speed radar monitor on Summer Street near the Whitney Lorrenti House The item was referred to the Police Traffic Division for action. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer — Resolution: That the assessor provides the last 5 years of abatements (residential, commercial, and industrial) 2018-2022
21. C0171-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, Councilor Darren M. Costa That the assessor provides the last 5 years of abatements (residential, commercial, and industrial) 2018-2022. In addition, a request that the assessor provides a list of all households that currently have a home owner's exemption and a list of all households that currently do not have a home owner's exemption but are likely eligible for one. The Council requested a response back from the Assessor in one month directly to the Council sponsors. The information they are looking for is to add a request for a list of homeowner occupied exemptions currently given and to cross check that list to see if we are missing any homeowners that should be receiving the discount. ee MOTION: Refer MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“21. C0171-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, Councilor Darren M. Costa That the assessor provides the last 5 years of abatements (residential, commercial, and industrial) 2018-2022. In addition, a request that the assessor provides a list of all households that currently have a home owner's exemption and a list of all households that currently do not have a home owner's exemption but are likely eligible for one. The Council requested a response back from the Assessor in one month directly to the Council sponsors. The information they are looking for is to add a request for a list of homeowner occupied exemptions currently given and to cross check that list to see if we are missing any homeowners that should be receiving the discount. ee MOTION: Refer MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: Darren Costa)
Refer — Resolution: Councilor Stephanie V. Smith The CFO provides a brief overview and explanation of the tax recap for FY23 Item was referred to the Ways and Means committee
22. C0172-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith The CFO provides a brief overview and explanation of the tax recap for FY23 Item was referred to the Ways and Means committee. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“22. C0172-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith The CFO provides a brief overview and explanation of the tax recap for FY23 Item was referred to the Ways and Means committee. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)
Postpone — Resolution: That the chair of the licensing commission appear at the next meeting to discuss recent restrictions to entertainment
23. C0176-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the chair of the licensing commission appear at the next meeting to discuss recent restrictions to entertainment Councilor Martins explained that the new rule being implemented by the Licensing Board which limits the amount of persons to play in a band at a local licensesd bar to 3 persons, which she believed was not possible and a targeted rule. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins 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. C0176-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the chair of the licensing commission appear at the next meeting to discuss recent restrictions to entertainment Councilor Martins explained that the new rule being implemented by the Licensing Board which limits the amount of persons to play in a band at a local licensesd bar to 3 persons, which she believed was not possible and a targeted rule. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
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