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August 14, 2023
30 recorded votes, 16 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The Members Present list does not include Irene Cardillo and Jimmy Le, who are counted absent.
Present: Richard Dell Isola, Alfred Lattanzi, Darren Costa, John F. Hanlon, Michael Marchese, Stephanie Martins, Wayne A. Matewsky, Vivian Nguyen, Stephanie Smith
Absent: Irene Cardillo, Jimmy Le
Every vote, in order
Public Hearings
Postpone — A petition from National Grid requesting permission to install 1-4" underground duct beginning from existing Pole # 2548 on Devens Street, at a point approximately 300 feet southwest of...
1. ©0204-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid requesting permission to install 1-4" underground duct beginning from existing Pole # 2548 on Devens Street, at a point approximately 300 feet southwest of the centerline of the intersection of Devens Street and Church Street, and continuing approximately 10 feet +/- in a southeast direction through the sidewalk to customer's property at 16 Devens Street. The petitioner Mr. Traini from National Grid appeared and informed the Council that this work would be done in the Devens Street parking lot and is being requested by the city to install Electric charging stations to charge electric cars. Councilor Hanlon requested this order be held over after the Public Hearing so that the Petitioner can bring the contractor to the September 1 1 meeting to explain what work will be done and in what timeline since Councilor Hanlon has seen work being done on behalf of National Grid but he work is still not completed. The Public Hearing was held and no one spoke in favor or against the petition. The order was postponed to the September 11 meeting, MOTION: Postpone MOVER: John Hanlon 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
“1. ©0204-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid requesting permission to install 1-4" underground duct beginning from existing Pole # 2548 on Devens Street, at a point approximately 300 feet southwest of the centerline of the intersection of Devens Street and Church Street, and continuing approximately 10 feet +/- in a southeast direction through the sidewalk to customer's property at 16 Devens Street. The petitioner Mr. Traini from National Grid appeared and informed the Council that this work would be done in the Devens Street parking lot and is being requested by the city to install Electric charging stations to charge electric cars. Councilor Hanlon requested this order be held over after the Public Hearing so that the Petitioner can bring the contractor to the September 1 1 meeting to explain what work will be done and in what timeline since Councilor Hanlon has seen work being done on behalf of National Grid but he work is still not completed. The Public Hearing was held and no one spoke in favor or against the petition. The order was postponed to the September 11 meeting, MOTION: Postpone MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Approval of Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Accept Meeting Minutes — Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of 06/12/2023
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of 06/12/2023 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: = John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of 06/12/2023 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: = John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Accept Meeting Minutes — Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of 06/26/2023
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of 06/26/2023 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: - John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of 06/26/2023 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: - John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Communications from His Honor the Mayor
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Metro North Workforce Board in the amount of $256,162.50 to employ teens and young adults. items 2-5,...
2. €0210-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Metro North Workforce Board in the amount of $256,162.50 to employ teens and young adults. items 2-5, 9&10 and 13&15 were taken collectively and passed unanimously. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: ' Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“2. €0210-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Metro North Workforce Board in the amount of $256,162.50 to employ teens and young adults. items 2-5, 9&10 and 13&15 were taken collectively and passed unanimously. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: ' Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant of up to $60,000 from the City of Boston's Mayor's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) to support the Everett...
3. ©0211-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant of up to $60,000 from the City of Boston's Mayor's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) to support the Everett Police Department's purchase of an Explosive Ordinance KQ vehicle MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: : Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“3. ©0211-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant of up to $60,000 from the City of Boston's Mayor's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) to support the Everett Police Department's purchase of an Explosive Ordinance KQ vehicle MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: : Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission in the amount of $199,100
4. ©0212-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission in the amount of $199,100. These funds will be used to conduct a feasibility study to restore the seawall and Charlestown Pumping Station at Alford Street and the extension of the Mystic River Harborwalk. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“4. ©0212-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission in the amount of $199,100. These funds will be used to conduct a feasibility study to restore the seawall and Charlestown Pumping Station at Alford Street and the extension of the Mystic River Harborwalk. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation in the amount of $100,000 to plant trees
5. ©0213-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation in the amount of $100,000 to plant trees MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] ; Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: ; Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“5. ©0213-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation in the amount of $100,000 to plant trees MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] ; Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: ; Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend donations totaling $1,500 from City of Everett employees during the month of June, 2023 for the Fire Victims Fund
6. C0214-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend donations totaling $1,500 from City of Everett employees during the month of June, 2023 for the Fire Victims Fund MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: ; Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“6. C0214-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend donations totaling $1,500 from City of Everett employees during the month of June, 2023 for the Fire Victims Fund MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: ; Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Favorable Action — Appointment: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Janice Constantine to the Library Board of Trustees for a term of three years expiring August 1, 2026
7. C©0215-23 Appointment/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Janice Constantine to the Library Board of Trustees for a term of three years expiring August 1, 2026 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] ; Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“7. C©0215-23 Appointment/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Janice Constantine to the Library Board of Trustees for a term of three years expiring August 1, 2026 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] ; Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval of the attached Intermunicipal Agreement between the cities of Everett and Chelsea allowing the cities to collaboratively address the Island...
8. C0216-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval of the attached Intermunicipal Agreement between the cities of Everett and Chelsea allowing the cities to collaboratively address the Island End Flood Resilience Project. The Council asked questions of Erin Deveney and she explained this was to complete work that already happened on the Chelsea side. This agreement will be a benefit to the residents and businesses in the area. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Alfred Lattanzi SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] , Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: : Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“8. C0216-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval of the attached Intermunicipal Agreement between the cities of Everett and Chelsea allowing the cities to collaboratively address the Island End Flood Resilience Project. The Council asked questions of Erin Deveney and she explained this was to complete work that already happened on the Chelsea side. This agreement will be a benefit to the residents and businesses in the area. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Alfred Lattanzi SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] , Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: : Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Alfred Lattanzi, second: Richard Dell Isola)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission in the amount $335,260.00 to cover additional expenses associated with...
9. ©0221-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission in the amount $335,260.00 to cover additional expenses associated with the construction of the Northern Strand Bike Path MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] ; Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“9. ©0221-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission in the amount $335,260.00 to cover additional expenses associated with the construction of the Northern Strand Bike Path MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] ; Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission in the amount $350,000.00 to create a walking path and restore green...
10. C0222-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission in the amount $350,000.00 to create a walking path and restore green space between Santilli Circle and Sweetser Circle MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] g Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: : Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“10. C0222-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission in the amount $350,000.00 to create a walking path and restore green space between Santilli Circle and Sweetser Circle MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] g Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: : Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant of up to $24,200.00 from the City of Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) as reimbursement for...
11. C0225-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant of up to $24,200.00 from the City of Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) as reimbursement for the purchase of replacement CIMS Security Cameras MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] ; Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Martins
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list Stephanie Martins as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“11. C0225-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant of up to $24,200.00 from the City of Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) as reimbursement for the purchase of replacement CIMS Security Cameras MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] ; Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Martins.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: Stephanie Smith)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointments of Charles DiPerri & ClareEllyn Nee to the Council on Aging for a term of three years expiring September 1, 2026
12. C0226-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointments of Charles DiPerri & ClareEllyn Nee to the Council on Aging for a term of three years expiring September 1, 2026 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] é Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Martins
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list Stephanie Martins as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“12. C0226-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointments of Charles DiPerri & ClareEllyn Nee to the Council on Aging for a term of three years expiring September 1, 2026 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] é Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Martins.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission to the Everett Fire Department in the amount of $45,000.00 to cover the...
13. C0227-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission to the Everett Fire Department in the amount of $45,000.00 to cover the cost of training for high-rise firefighting, lithium-ion battery fires and emergency crowd management MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: ' Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“13. C0227-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission to the Everett Fire Department in the amount of $45,000.00 to cover the cost of training for high-rise firefighting, lithium-ion battery fires and emergency crowd management MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: ' Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation in the amount of $50.30 to the Everett Fire Department's Safe Program
14. C0228-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation in the amount of $50.30 to the Everett Fire Department's Safe Program MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] J Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“14. C0228-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation in the amount of $50.30 to the Everett Fire Department's Safe Program MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] J Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs in the amount of $390,725.00 to plant trees
15. C0231-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs in the amount of $390,725.00 to plant trees. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“15. C0231-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs in the amount of $390,725.00 to plant trees. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Petitions and Licenses
Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting a new motor vehicle mechanical repair license for H & B Auto Repair at 363 Third Street The Petitioner appeared with his business Manager
16. C0217-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting a new motor vehicle mechanical repair license for H & B Auto Repair at 363 Third Street The Petitioner appeared with his business Manager. The Council asked questions and were informed that the petitioner has worked for an Everett business for the past 8 years and has been in the repair business for over 20 years. The Council suspended Rule 37 and voted favorably to allow the business to begin operations. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] - Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: : Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“16. C0217-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting a new motor vehicle mechanical repair license for H & B Auto Repair at 363 Third Street The Petitioner appeared with his business Manager. The Council asked questions and were informed that the petitioner has worked for an Everett business for the past 8 years and has been in the repair business for over 20 years. The Council suspended Rule 37 and voted favorably to allow the business to begin operations. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] - Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: : Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: John F. Hanlon)
Committee Reports
Refer — Resolution: A request for a planning initiative for ward 3 zoning
17. C0467-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A request for a planning initiative for ward 3 zoning. 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
“17. C0467-22 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A request for a planning initiative for ward 3 zoning. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer — Ordinance: Ordinance proposing changes to Business District Zoning limitations This item was referred to the Planning board in accordance with statute and will be sent back to the Council...
18, C0209-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa An Ordinance proposing changes to Business District Zoning limitations This item was referred to the Planning board in accordance with statute and will be sent back to the Council after a Public Hearing is held in the Planning Board. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“18, C0209-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa An Ordinance proposing changes to Business District Zoning limitations This item was referred to the Planning board in accordance with statute and will be sent back to the Council after a Public Hearing is held in the Planning Board. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)
Favorable Action — Order: Be it ordered by the City Council of the City of Everett, Massachusetts that the Legislative Code of the Everett City Council be amended to include a section on yearly...
19. C0106-23 Order/s/ Councilors Stephanie V. Smith, Stephanie Martins & Darren M. Costa Be it ordered by the City Council of the City of Everett, Massachusetts that the Legislative Code of the Everett City Council be amended to include a section on yearly performance reviews for City Council employees MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Failed [6 TO 3] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: Hanlon, Matewsky, Marchese AWAY:
Yes: Costa, Isola, Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, SmithNo: Hanlon, Marchese, MatewskyThe minutes record the motion as failing although the yes votes (6) outnumber the no votes (3); some council votes need more than a simple majority (for example, two-thirds for zoning changes and some money orders).
From the minutes
“19. C0106-23 Order/s/ Councilors Stephanie V. Smith, Stephanie Martins & Darren M. Costa Be it ordered by the City Council of the City of Everett, Massachusetts that the Legislative Code of the Everett City Council be amended to include a section on yearly performance reviews for City Council employees MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Failed [6 TO 3] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Martins, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: Hanlon, Matewsky, Marchese AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Unfinished Business
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — 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. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) 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
“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. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Darren Costa)
New Business
Refer — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the administration consider holding Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning Board meetings in the Keverian Room retrofitted to allow for live...
21. C0218-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that the administration consider holding Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning Board meetings in the Keverian Room retrofitted to allow for live broadcasting and video archiving of these meetings. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa 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
“21. C0218-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that the administration consider holding Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning Board meetings in the Keverian Room retrofitted to allow for live broadcasting and video archiving of these meetings. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: John F. Hanlon)
Councilor Matewsky expressed concern with allowing the Administration to hold regular meetings in the Chambers as they would conflict with City Council business. Councilor Costa amended the item to delete Council chambers and add in its place the Keverian Room retrofitted for video recording. The item passed as amended to refer to the Mayor to take action. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa 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
“Councilor Matewsky expressed concern with allowing the Administration to hold regular meetings in the Chambers as they would conflict with City Council business. Councilor Costa amended the item to delete Council chambers and add in its place the Keverian Room retrofitted for video recording. The item passed as amended to refer to the Mayor to take action. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: John F. Hanlon)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting authorization to call for the 2023 Municipal Preliminary Election
22. C0219-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting authorization to call for the 2023 Municipal Preliminary Election MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Martins
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list Stephanie Martins as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“22. C0219-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting authorization to call for the 2023 Municipal Preliminary Election MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Martins.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Stephanie Smith)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval of the designation of the polling places and a call for the fitting of said polling places for the 2023 Municipal Preliminary Election
23. C0220-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval of the designation of the polling places and a call for the fitting of said polling places for the 2023 Municipal Preliminary Election MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Alfred Lattanzi SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] , Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Martins
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithThe minutes list Stephanie Martins as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“23. C0220-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval of the designation of the polling places and a call for the fitting of said polling places for the 2023 Municipal Preliminary Election MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Alfred Lattanzi SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] , Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Martins.” (Motion: Alfred Lattanzi, second: Vivian Nguyen)
Refer — Resolution: That when EPD are called to residential houses or buildings on at least two occasions for noise ordinance violations, that the property owners be notified of the violation in...
25. C0224-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That when EPD are called to residential houses or buildings on at least two occasions for noise ordinance violations, that the property owners be notified of the violation in order to correct the problem The item was referred to the Council office to have Mr. Flood and Councilor Matewsky work on an ordinance to enforce this request. 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
“25. C0224-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That when EPD are called to residential houses or buildings on at least two occasions for noise ordinance violations, that the property owners be notified of the violation in order to correct the problem The item was referred to the Council office to have Mr. Flood and Councilor Matewsky work on an ordinance to enforce this request. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: Stephanie Smith)
Postpone — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the Mayor appear at an upcoming City Council meeting to advise the Council on the status of the renegotiation of the original Host Community...
26. C0229-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that the Mayor appear at an upcoming City Council meeting to advise the Council on the status of the renegotiation of the original Host Community Agreement with Encore Boston Harbor MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Darren Costa 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
“26. C0229-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that the Mayor appear at an upcoming City Council meeting to advise the Council on the status of the renegotiation of the original Host Community Agreement with Encore Boston Harbor MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: John F. Hanlon)
Postpone — Resolution: A resolution requesting Ward specific town hall meetings to address issues caused by the state project on Ferry and Elm Streets
27. C0230-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting Ward specific town hall meetings to address issues caused by the state project on Ferry and Elm Streets MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Darren Costa 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
“27. C0230-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting Ward specific town hall meetings to address issues caused by the state project on Ferry and Elm Streets MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: John F. Hanlon)
Maintenance Requests
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — A. Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That the City Service Department trim the tree in front of 87 Cottage Street at homeowner's request
A. Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That the City Service Department trim the tree in front of 87 Cottage Street at homeowner's request. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) 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
“A. Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That the City Service Department trim the tree in front of 87 Cottage Street at homeowner's request. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) 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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