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Note on these minutes: The Members Present list does not include Jimmy Le, who is counted absent.
Present: Irene Cardillo, Richard Dell Isola, Alfred Lattanzi, Darren Costa, John F. Hanlon, Michael Marchese, Stephanie Martins, Wayne A. Matewsky, Vivian Nguyen, Stephanie Smith
Absent: Jimmy Le
Favorable Action — A petition from National Grid seeking permission to construct a line of underground electric conduits, including the necessary sustaining and protecting fixtures, under and...
1. C©0196-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid seeking permission to construct a line of underground electric conduits, including the necessary sustaining and protecting fixtures, under and across the public way or ways hereinafter named: Norman Street & Airforce Road Public Hearing Held, no one spoke in favor or against the petition. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] . Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: : Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
“1. C©0196-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid seeking permission to construct a line of underground electric conduits, including the necessary sustaining and protecting fixtures, under and across the public way or ways hereinafter named: Norman Street & Airforce Road Public Hearing Held, no one spoke in favor or against the petition. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] . Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: : Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending approval to accept two raffle donations for the City of Everett's Juneteenth Celebration from an anonymous donor of free haircuts and styles for...
2. C0203-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending approval to accept two raffle donations for the City of Everett's Juneteenth Celebration from an anonymous donor of free haircuts and styles for eight months at a total dollar value of $800.00. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: f Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese
Yes: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list Michael Marchese as “away” for this vote.
“2. C0203-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending approval to accept two raffle donations for the City of Everett's Juneteenth Celebration from an anonymous donor of free haircuts and styles for eight months at a total dollar value of $800.00. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: f Nguyen, Smith NAYS: AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending the approval of an appropriation of $136,000.00 from the CIP Stabilization Fund to the School Department's MSBA Webster School Roof account to...
3. C©0205-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the approval of an appropriation of $136,000.00 from the CIP Stabilization Fund to the School Department's MSBA Webster School Roof account to complete two additional alternatives recommended by the OPM. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Nguyen
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, SmithThe minutes list Irene Cardillo and Vivian Nguyen as “away” for this vote.
“3. C©0205-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the approval of an appropriation of $136,000.00 from the CIP Stabilization Fund to the School Department's MSBA Webster School Roof account to complete two additional alternatives recommended by the OPM. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Nguyen.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending the approval of an appropriation of $580,000.00 from the CIP Stabilization Fund to the School Department's EHS Lighting & Control System account...
4. ©0206-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the approval of an appropriation of $580,000.00 from the CIP Stabilization Fund to the School Department's EHS Lighting & Control System account ($360,000.00) and the EHS Bleachers Account ($220,000.00) MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Nguyen
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, SmithThe minutes list Irene Cardillo and Vivian Nguyen as “away” for this vote.
“4. ©0206-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the approval of an appropriation of $580,000.00 from the CIP Stabilization Fund to the School Department's EHS Lighting & Control System account ($360,000.00) and the EHS Bleachers Account ($220,000.00) MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Nguyen.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending the approval of an appropriation of $82,000.00 from the General Stabilization Fund to the Treasurer/Collector's Other Charges account
5. C0207-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the approval of an appropriation of $82,000.00 from the General Stabilization Fund to the Treasurer/Collector's Other Charges account. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 2] : Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: Nguyen NAYS: Smith, Marchese AWAY:
Yes: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, NguyenNo: Marchese, Smith
“5. C0207-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the approval of an appropriation of $82,000.00 from the General Stabilization Fund to the Treasurer/Collector's Other Charges account. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 2] : Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: Nguyen NAYS: Smith, Marchese AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending the approval of a taking of the Devens School property as previously discussed in executive session and the appropriation of $9,900,000 from ARPA...
6. C0208-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the approval of a taking of the Devens School property as previously discussed in executive session and the appropriation of $9,900,000 from ARPA funds to compensate the owner for the taking. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] . Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: : Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
“6. C0208-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the approval of a taking of the Devens School property as previously discussed in executive session and the appropriation of $9,900,000 from ARPA funds to compensate the owner for the taking. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] . Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: : Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Vivian Nguyen)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Ordinance: Ordinance Amending Section 32 B 1 of the Zoning Ordinances: Inclusionary Zoning
7. 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: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Costa, Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen
Yes: Cardillo, Hanlon, Isola, Marchese, Matewsky, SmithThe minutes list Darren Costa, Alfred Lattanzi, Stephanie Martins and Vivian Nguyen as “away” for this vote.
“7. 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: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [6 TO 0] AYES: Cardillo, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Matewsky, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Costa, Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Ordain — Ordinance: An ordinance regulating animal breeding within the City of Everett
8. C0067-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Vivian Nguyen An ordinance regulating animal breeding within the City of Everett MOTION: Ordain MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] ; Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: : Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
“8. C0067-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Vivian Nguyen An ordinance regulating animal breeding within the City of Everett MOTION: Ordain MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] ; Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: : Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: John F. Hanlon)
Refer — Resolution: That the chair of the licensing commission appear at the next meeting to discuss recent restrictions to entertainment
10. 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 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.
“10. 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 MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Postpone — Resolution: That The HR Director provides an in-person update of the City's stance on policies related to CORI/SORI checks on an ongoing basis after an employee is hired
41. C0179-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith & the Entire Membership of the City Council That The HR Director provides an in-person update of the City's stance on policies related to CORI/SORI checks on an ongoing basis after an employee is hired Referred to the Human Resources Director to request a written response at the September 11" Council meeting. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.
“41. C0179-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith & the Entire Membership of the City Council That The HR Director provides an in-person update of the City's stance on policies related to CORI/SORI checks on an ongoing basis after an employee is hired Referred to the Human Resources Director to request a written response at the September 11" Council meeting. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: A resolution requesting that ECTV broadcasts and records all Board, Commission and other public meetings
12. C0191-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that ECTV broadcasts and records all Board, Commission and other public meetings MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.
“12. C0191-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that ECTV broadcasts and records all Board, Commission and other public meetings MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: A resolution requesting that ECTV use Zoom for broadcasting our meetings to allow City Councilors and Public Participation from remote locations
13. C0192-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that ECTV use Zoom for broadcasting our meetings to allow City Councilors and Public Participation from remote locations MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.
“13. C0192-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that ECTV use Zoom for broadcasting our meetings to allow City Councilors and Public Participation from remote locations MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting that the City Council accepts the recommendations of the City's Election Commission and Elections Director to hold in-person Early Voting for the 2023...
15. C0197-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting that the City Council accepts the recommendations of the City's Election Commission and Elections Director to hold in-person Early Voting for the 2023 City of Everett Primary and Municipal Elections as attached. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] d Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: Nguyen, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Smith
Yes: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, NguyenThe minutes list Stephanie Smith as “away” for this vote.
“15. C0197-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting that the City Council accepts the recommendations of the City's Election Commission and Elections Director to hold in-person Early Voting for the 2023 City of Everett Primary and Municipal Elections as attached. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] d Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: Nguyen, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Smith.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: John F. Hanlon)
Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending the cancelation of the regular City Council meetings of July 10, 2023, July 24, 2023 and August 28, 2023
16. C0198-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the cancelation of the regular City Council meetings of July 10, 2023, July 24, 2023 and August 28, 2023 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [9 TO 1] : Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: Nguyen, Marchese NAYS: Smith AWAY:
Yes: Cardillo, Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, NguyenNo: Smith
“16. C0198-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order recommending the cancelation of the regular City Council meetings of July 10, 2023, July 24, 2023 and August 28, 2023 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [9 TO 1] : Cardillo, Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: Nguyen, Marchese NAYS: Smith AWAY:.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: Richard Dell Isola)
Refer — Resolution: That the City Engineer provide an update on the status of repaving Hamilton St
17. C0199-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That the City Engineer provide an update on the status of repaving Hamilton St. The item was amended to add Councilor Matewsky as a co-sponsor and to refer the item as amended requesting the DPW see what temporary fixes can be done until the street is fixed permanently. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.
“17. C0199-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That the City Engineer provide an update on the status of repaving Hamilton St. The item was amended to add Councilor Matewsky as a co-sponsor and to refer the item as amended requesting the DPW see what temporary fixes can be done until the street is fixed permanently. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer — Resolution: That the traffic commission/DPW replace parking/street sweeping signs that have faded and check for obstructions
18. C0200-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the traffic commission/DPW replace parking/street sweeping signs that have faded and check for obstructions. Referred to the DPW for a request to take action MOTION: Refer 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.
“18. C0200-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the traffic commission/DPW replace parking/street sweeping signs that have faded and check for obstructions. Referred to the DPW for a request to take action MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Darren Costa)
Refer — Resolution: That ISD provide an update on the status of notifying businesses about the plastic bag ban
19. C0201-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That ISD provide an update on the status of notifying businesses about the plastic bag ban Referred to ISD to send a response directly to the sponsor. MOTION: Refer 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.
“19. C0201-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That ISD provide an update on the status of notifying businesses about the plastic bag ban Referred to ISD to send a response directly to the sponsor. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: John F. Hanlon)
Postpone — Resolution: That the administration provide an update on the status of the arpa allocation process, work performed so far by the panel, community engagement, and surveys
20. C0202-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration provide an update on the status of the arpa allocation process, work performed so far by the panel, community engagement, and surveys. Referred to tie Mayor's Chief of staff for an update in writing prior to the August 14° Council meeting. MOTION: Postpone 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.
“20. C0202-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration provide an update on the status of the arpa allocation process, work performed so far by the panel, community engagement, and surveys. Referred to tie Mayor's Chief of staff for an update in writing prior to the August 14° Council meeting. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: John F. Hanlon)
Refer — Ordinance: Ordinance proposing changes to Business District Zoning limitations
21. C0209-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa An Ordinance proposing changes to Business District Zoning limitations Referred to the Legislative Affairs committee. 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.
“21. C0209-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa An Ordinance proposing changes to Business District Zoning limitations Referred to the Legislative Affairs committee. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)
Adjourn — Adjourned at 9:52 pm
Adjourned at 9:52 pm MOTION: Adjourn MOVER: Wayne Matewsky 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.
“Adjourned at 9:52 pm MOTION: Adjourn MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: _ Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: Richard Dell Isola)
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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