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November 27, 2023
2 meetings this evening, 36 recorded votes in all, in the order they were held.
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Everett City Council · Special meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
Attendance
Note on these minutes: Special meeting. The Members Present list does not include Irene Cardillo, Richard Dell Isola, Jimmy Le and Stephanie Martins, who are counted absent.
Present: Alfred Lattanzi, Darren Costa, John F. Hanlon, Michael Marchese, Wayne A. Matewsky, Vivian Nguyen, Stephanie Smith
Absent: Irene Cardillo, Richard Dell Isola, Jimmy Le, Stephanie Martins
6 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Public Hearings
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval of the adoption of a Minimal Residential Factor of 0.737612 in setting the city's FY 2024 Tax Rates The Public Hearing was Held, Frank Parker...
1. ©0327-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval of the adoption of a Minimal Residential Factor of 0.737612 in setting the city's FY 2024 Tax Rates The Public Hearing was Held, Frank Parker spoke in Favor and no oe spoke against. Ron Koehan, BJ Devereux and Eric Demas all appeared to give a power-point presentation and answer questions. Once the presentation was done the Council made a motion to adopt the Minimum Residential Factor. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“1. ©0327-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval of the adoption of a Minimal Residential Factor of 0.737612 in setting the city's FY 2024 Tax Rates The Public Hearing was Held, Frank Parker spoke in Favor and no oe spoke against. Ron Koehan, BJ Devereux and Eric Demas all appeared to give a power-point presentation and answer questions. Once the presentation was done the Council made a motion to adopt the Minimum Residential Factor. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Communications from His Honor the Mayor
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval of the adoption of a Residential Homeowner's Tax Exemption of 25% in setting the city's FY 2024 Residential Tax Rate
2. C0328-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval of the adoption of a Residential Homeowner's Tax Exemption of 25% in setting the city's FY 2024 Residential Tax Rate MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“2. C0328-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval of the adoption of a Residential Homeowner's Tax Exemption of 25% in setting the city's FY 2024 Residential Tax Rate MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval of an appropriation of $10,000,000.00 from the Budgetary Fund Balance (Free Cash) to reduce the FY2024 tax levy
3. ©0329-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval of an appropriation of $10,000,000.00 from the Budgetary Fund Balance (Free Cash) to reduce the FY2024 tax levy MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“3. ©0329-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval of an appropriation of $10,000,000.00 from the Budgetary Fund Balance (Free Cash) to reduce the FY2024 tax levy MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval of an appropriation of $700,000.00 from the Water/Sewer Budgetary Fund Balance (W/S Free Cash) to offset FY2024 water/sewer rates
4. C0360-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval of an appropriation of $700,000.00 from the Water/Sewer Budgetary Fund Balance (W/S Free Cash) to offset FY2024 water/sewer rates. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“4. C0360-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval of an appropriation of $700,000.00 from the Water/Sewer Budgetary Fund Balance (W/S Free Cash) to offset FY2024 water/sewer rates. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval of an appropriation of $129,000.00 from the ECTV Budgetary Fund Balance (ECTV Free Cash) to offset the FY2024 ECTV budget
5. C0361-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval of an appropriation of $129,000.00 from the ECTV Budgetary Fund Balance (ECTV Free Cash) to offset the FY2024 ECTV budget. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“5. C0361-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval of an appropriation of $129,000.00 from the ECTV Budgetary Fund Balance (ECTV Free Cash) to offset the FY2024 ECTV budget. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 0] AYES: Costa, Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Adjournment
Adjoum — Meeting adjourned at 6:50 PM
Meeting adjourned at 6:50 PM MOTION: Adjoum 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
“Meeting adjourned at 6:50 PM MOTION: Adjoum MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Everett City Council · Regular meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
Attendance
Note on these minutes: The Members Present list does not include Irene Cardillo, Jimmy Le and Stephanie Martins, who are counted absent.
Present: Richard Dell Isola, Alfred Lattanzi, Darren Costa, John F. Hanlon, Michael Marchese, Wayne A. Matewsky, Vivian Nguyen, Stephanie Smith
Absent: Irene Cardillo, Jimmy Le, Stephanie Martins
30 recorded votes, 20 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Approval of Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Accept Meeting Minutes — Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of 09/25/2023 The Council took the 5 meetings minutes approvals collectively and passed the approvia
Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of 09/25/2023 The Council took the 5 meetings minutes approvals collectively and passed the approvia. MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes 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
“Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of 09/25/2023 The Council took the 5 meetings minutes approvals collectively and passed the approvia. MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)
Communications from His Honor the Mayor
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from National Grid in the amount of $40,000.00 to hire a part-time bi-lingual outreach representative for...
1. C0330-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from National Grid in the amount of $40,000.00 to hire a part-time bi-lingual outreach representative for utility support and energy efficiency programming MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [7 TO 1] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: Hanlon AWAY:
Yes: Costa, Isola, Lattanzi, Marchese, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithNo: Hanlon
From the minutes
“1. C0330-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from National Grid in the amount of $40,000.00 to hire a part-time bi-lingual outreach representative for utility support and energy efficiency programming MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [7 TO 1] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, Marchese NAYS: Hanlon AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the US Department of Energy, Building Technologies Office in the amount of $270,000.00 to provide technical...
2. ©0331-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the US Department of Energy, Building Technologies Office in the amount of $270,000.00 to provide technical assistance to support the transformation of existing U.S. buildings into more energy-efficient and clean energy-ready homes, commercial spaces, and communities. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“2. ©0331-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the US Department of Energy, Building Technologies Office in the amount of $270,000.00 to provide technical assistance to support the transformation of existing U.S. buildings into more energy-efficient and clean energy-ready homes, commercial spaces, and communities. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation from the Mystic River Watershed Association in the amount of $32,000.00 to purchase trees to help cool urban...
3. ©0332-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation from the Mystic River Watershed Association in the amount of $32,000.00 to purchase trees to help cool urban heat islands throughout the City of Everett and assist with habitat restoration. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“3. ©0332-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation from the Mystic River Watershed Association in the amount of $32,000.00 to purchase trees to help cool urban heat islands throughout the City of Everett and assist with habitat restoration. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend funds from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy & Environmental Affairs, Department of Environmental Protection...
4. C©0333-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend funds from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy & Environmental Affairs, Department of Environmental Protection in the amount of $69,742.00 to acquire five electric vehicle charging stations under the Massachusetts Electric Vehicle Incentive Program Public Access Charging Program. MOTION: Favorable Action 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
“4. C©0333-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend funds from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy & Environmental Affairs, Department of Environmental Protection in the amount of $69,742.00 to acquire five electric vehicle charging stations under the Massachusetts Electric Vehicle Incentive Program Public Access Charging Program. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Executive Office of Elder Affairs for the Council on Aging in the amount of $110,894.00 to provide...
5. C0334-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Executive Office of Elder Affairs for the Council on Aging in the amount of $110,894.00 to provide services, resources, and support to our older adults MOTION: Favorable Action 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
“5. C0334-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Executive Office of Elder Affairs for the Council on Aging in the amount of $110,894.00 to provide services, resources, and support to our older adults MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation to the Office of Human Services from Gray Bar of Wilmington, McKinnon's gift cards totaling $625.00 as well...
6. C0335-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation to the Office of Human Services from Gray Bar of Wilmington, McKinnon's gift cards totaling $625.00 as well as 25 bags of Thanksgiving Dinner fixing with an estimated value of $300.00 for Holiday Assistance Program. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“6. C0335-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation to the Office of Human Services from Gray Bar of Wilmington, McKinnon's gift cards totaling $625.00 as well as 25 bags of Thanksgiving Dinner fixing with an estimated value of $300.00 for Holiday Assistance Program. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation to the Office of Human Services from the Eagle Bank of McKinnon's gift cards totaling $1,000.00 for Holiday...
7. C0336-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation to the Office of Human Services from the Eagle Bank of McKinnon's gift cards totaling $1,000.00 for Holiday Assistance Program. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“7. C0336-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation to the Office of Human Services from the Eagle Bank of McKinnon's gift cards totaling $1,000.00 for Holiday Assistance Program. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Favorable Action — Appointment: An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Ronald Keohan to the Board of Assessors for a term of three (3) years, expiring November 30, 2026...
8. C0344-23 Appointment/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Ronald Keohan to the Board of Assessors for a term of three (3) years, expiring November 30, 2026 Itewsm 8-10 and 13-16 were taken collectively and passed unanimously. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] t Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“8. C0344-23 Appointment/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Ronald Keohan to the Board of Assessors for a term of three (3) years, expiring November 30, 2026 Itewsm 8-10 and 13-16 were taken collectively and passed unanimously. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] t Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation to the City of Everett from Encore Boston Harbor of 166 Fraser Fir Decorated Kissing Balls valued at $8,592...
11. C0350-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation to the City of Everett from Encore Boston Harbor of 166 Fraser Fir Decorated Kissing Balls valued at $8,592 to decorate the city a MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“11. C0350-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation to the City of Everett from Encore Boston Harbor of 166 Fraser Fir Decorated Kissing Balls valued at $8,592 to decorate the city a MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend donations totaling $120.00 from City of Everett employees during the month of October for the Fire Victims Fund
12. C0351-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend donations totaling $120.00 from City of Everett employees during the month of October for the Fire Victims Fund MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] , Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“12. C0351-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend donations totaling $120.00 from City of Everett employees during the month of October for the Fire Victims Fund MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] , Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Petitions and Licenses
Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting the renewal of a lodging house license for The Marlboro at 51 Chelsea Street they ae all renewal petitions
17. C0338-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a lodging house license for The Marlboro at 51 Chelsea Street they ae all renewal petitions. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“17. C0338-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a lodging house license for The Marlboro at 51 Chelsea Street they ae all renewal petitions. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Darren Costa)
Refer — Petition: A petition requesting a new open air parking license Quick Auto Center Corp. at 39 Lynde Street The petitioner appeared and explained that they were looking ot open an open air...
18. C0339-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting a new open air parking license Quick Auto Center Corp. at 39 Lynde Street The petitioner appeared and explained that they were looking ot open an open air lot where they would take towed vehicles from local businesses in surrounding communities. The Council voted to refer the item to the Committee on Business and Community Development. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“18. C0339-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting a new open air parking license Quick Auto Center Corp. at 39 Lynde Street The petitioner appeared and explained that they were looking ot open an open air lot where they would take towed vehicles from local businesses in surrounding communities. The Council voted to refer the item to the Committee on Business and Community Development. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Refer — Petition: A petition requesting a new mechanical/auto body repair license for Toro Mechanic at 39 Garden Street
19. C0340-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting a new mechanical/auto body repair license for Toro Mechanic at 39 Garden Street The item was referred to committee so that the Council could meet the new owners and ask questions of the business owner. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“19. C0340-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting a new mechanical/auto body repair license for Toro Mechanic at 39 Garden Street The item was referred to committee so that the Council could meet the new owners and ask questions of the business owner. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Committee Reports
Enroll — Ordinance: An ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Appendix A, Section 30, to allow kennels, pet day care, veterinary and pet grooming establishments in the Lower Broadway...
26. C0262-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Appendix A, Section 30, to allow kennels, pet day care, veterinary and pet grooming establishments in the Lower Broadway Residential/Multi Family Sub District MOTION: Enroll MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [6 TO 2] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen NAYS: Smith, Marchese AWAY:
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Matewsky, NguyenNo: Marchese, Smith
From the minutes
“26. C0262-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Appendix A, Section 30, to allow kennels, pet day care, veterinary and pet grooming establishments in the Lower Broadway Residential/Multi Family Sub District MOTION: Enroll MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [6 TO 2] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen NAYS: Smith, Marchese AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Enroll — Ordinance: An ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by deleting Appendix A, Section 34, Short-Term Rentals
27. ©0267-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by deleting Appendix A, Section 34, Short-Term Rentals MOTION: Enroll MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 1] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: Marchese AWAY:
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithNo: Marchese
From the minutes
“27. ©0267-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by deleting Appendix A, Section 34, Short-Term Rentals MOTION: Enroll MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [7 TO 1] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: Marchese AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Licenses
Enroll
MOTION: Enroll MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“MOTION: Enroll MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Enroll — Ordinance: An ordinance amending Section 33 "Commercial Triangle" of the City of Everett Zoning Ordinance
29. C0279-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An ordinance amending Section 33 "Commercial Triangle" of the City of Everett Zoning Ordinance MOTION: Enroll MOVER: Stephanie Smith ; SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] ? Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“29. C0279-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An ordinance amending Section 33 "Commercial Triangle" of the City of Everett Zoning Ordinance MOTION: Enroll MOVER: Stephanie Smith ; SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] ? Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Unfinished Business
Refer — Resolution: That the administration consider funding a study for the Transportation Planning Division to examine the public transportation needs of community members who are not adequately...
30. C0254-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Vivian Nguyen That the administration consider funding a study for the Transportation Planning Division to examine the public transportation needs of community members who are not adequately addressed by current services. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Vivian Nguyen 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
“30. C0254-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Vivian Nguyen That the administration consider funding a study for the Transportation Planning Division to examine the public transportation needs of community members who are not adequately addressed by current services. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Vivian Nguyen SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Vivian Nguyen, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer — Resolution: That the city implement city wide speed bumps
31. C0273-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Jimmy Le . That the city implement city wide speed bumps MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“31. C0273-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Jimmy Le . That the city implement city wide speed bumps MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Ordain — Ordinance: An ordinance correcting the usage of the Loud and Unnecessary Noise ordinance in the Driveway Construction ordinance
32. C0284-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An ordinance correcting the usage of the Loud and Unnecessary Noise ordinance in the Driveway Construction ordinance MOTION: Ordain MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“32. C0284-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An ordinance correcting the usage of the Loud and Unnecessary Noise ordinance in the Driveway Construction ordinance MOTION: Ordain MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith, AYES: Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Postpone — Resolution: That the licensing commission provide an update on scheduling a public hearing on the Alcohol Nip Ban Ordinance
33. C0286-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Vivian Nguyen That the licensing commission provide an update on scheduling a public hearing on the Alcohol Nip Ban Ordinance MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Vivian Nguyen 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
“33. C0286-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Vivian Nguyen That the licensing commission provide an update on scheduling a public hearing on the Alcohol Nip Ban Ordinance MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Vivian Nguyen SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Vivian Nguyen, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: A resolution requesting consideration of a beautification program for small businesses
34. C0295-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting consideration of a beautification program for small businesses 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.
From the minutes
“34. C0295-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting consideration of a beautification program for small businesses 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 — A petition from National Grid seeking permission to install approximately 400 feet of 8-inch, plastic gas main on Boston Street between Revere Beach Parkway and Vale Street
35. C0313-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid seeking permission to install approximately 400 feet of 8-inch, plastic gas main on Boston Street between Revere Beach Parkway and Vale Street MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [6 TO 2] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: Hanlon, Marchese AWAY:
Yes: Costa, Isola, Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, SmithNo: Hanlon, Marchese
From the minutes
“35. C0313-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid seeking permission to install approximately 400 feet of 8-inch, plastic gas main on Boston Street between Revere Beach Parkway and Vale Street MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [6 TO 2] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Lattanzi, Matewsky, Nguyen, Smith NAYS: Hanlon, Marchese AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
New Business
Refer — Resolution: Request that the Traffic and Parking Departments consider expanding overnight parking enforcement
36. C0345-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa, Councilor Stephanie V. Smith Request that the Traffic and Parking Departments consider expanding overnight parking enforcement Referred to the Traffic Commission for action 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
“36. C0345-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa, Councilor Stephanie V. Smith Request that the Traffic and Parking Departments consider expanding overnight parking enforcement Referred to the Traffic Commission for action MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer — Resolution: Request that the Traffic Commission consider making Clarence Street a one way passage between Woodlawn Street and Dartmouth Street
37. C0346-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa Request that the Traffic Commission consider making Clarence Street a one way passage between Woodlawn Street and Dartmouth Street Referred to the Traffic Commission for action 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
“37. C0346-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa Request that the Traffic Commission consider making Clarence Street a one way passage between Woodlawn Street and Dartmouth Street Referred to the Traffic Commission for action MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer — Resolution: Request that the Planning Department provide an inventory of trees that require trimming
38. C0347-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa Request that the Planning Department provide an inventory of trees that require trimming Referred to the Planning Department to provide the information requested. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: John Hanton 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
“38. C0347-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa Request that the Planning Department provide an inventory of trees that require trimming Referred to the Planning Department to provide the information requested. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: John Hanton RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: John F. Hanlon)
Refer — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the DPW and Engineering pave Grover, Estes, Miller and Meadowview Streets, including the sidewalks
39. C0353-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that the DPW and Engineering pave Grover, Estes, Miller and Meadowview Streets, including the sidewalks. Referred to the DPW and Engineering Departments for action. 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
“39. C0353-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that the DPW and Engineering pave Grover, Estes, Miller and Meadowview Streets, including the sidewalks. Referred to the DPW and Engineering Departments for action. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer — Resolution: That the Traffic Commission/ MBTA consider moving the bus stop on Main st in front of Pollo Royal to the next block to free up parking spaces for local businesses
40. C0362-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Vivian Nguyen That the Traffic Commission/ MBTA consider moving the bus stop on Main st in front of Pollo Royal to the next block to free up parking spaces for local businesses. Referred to the Traffic Commission and MBTA for action MOTION: Refer MOVER: Vivian Nguyen 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
“40. C0362-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Vivian Nguyen That the Traffic Commission/ MBTA consider moving the bus stop on Main st in front of Pollo Royal to the next block to free up parking spaces for local businesses. Referred to the Traffic Commission and MBTA for action MOTION: Refer MOVER: Vivian Nguyen SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Vivian Nguyen, second: John F. Hanlon)
Refer — Resolution: That Engineering consider painting designated parking spots on Linden Street
41. C0363-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Vivian Nguyen That Engineering consider painting designated parking spots on Linden Street MOTION: Refer MOVER: Vivian Nguyen 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
“41. C0363-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Vivian Nguyen That Engineering consider painting designated parking spots on Linden Street MOTION: Refer MOVER: Vivian Nguyen SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Vivian Nguyen, second: John F. Hanlon)
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