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December 11, 2023
29 recorded votes, 15 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
Favorable Action — A petition from National Grid requesting to install approximately 8' #2 CU 3-1 conductor in 2-4" conduits in the public way from Pole #448 (Elm Street) to the edge of private...
1. C0371-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid requesting to install approximately 8' #2 CU 3-1 conductor in 2-4" conduits in the public way from Pole #448 (Elm Street) to the edge of private property at 260 Elm Street to supply a new 3 phase pad mounted transformer for a new multi-family building at 260 Elm Street. Items 1 and 2 were taken collectively. The Public Hearing was held for both and no one spoke in favor or opposed to the petition. The Petitioner appeared and infomred the Council that the work being done on Elm Street would be for a new Residential building which this work is needed to power the new building. The work will be done in a way to minimize the effect on traffic and the neighborhood in general. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] s Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: 4 Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Le
From the minutes
“1. C0371-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid requesting to install approximately 8' #2 CU 3-1 conductor in 2-4" conduits in the public way from Pole #448 (Elm Street) to the edge of private property at 260 Elm Street to supply a new 3 phase pad mounted transformer for a new multi-family building at 260 Elm Street. Items 1 and 2 were taken collectively. The Public Hearing was held for both and no one spoke in favor or opposed to the petition. The Petitioner appeared and infomred the Council that the work being done on Elm Street would be for a new Residential building which this work is needed to power the new building. The work will be done in a way to minimize the effect on traffic and the neighborhood in general. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] s Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: 4 Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Le.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Favorable Action — A petition from National Grid requesting to relocate 1 JO Pole (Pole 153-1 - Abbot Avenue) approximately 8' in a southeasterly direction in order to relocate an overhead...
2. ©0372-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid requesting to relocate 1 JO Pole (Pole 153-1 - Abbot Avenue) approximately 8' in a southeasterly direction in order to relocate an overhead single-phase primary wire from Pole #448 (Elm Street) to Pole #628 (Elm Street) in order to install a new 3 phase primary riser at Pole #448 for a new multi-family building at 260 Elm Street. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] é Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: ; Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Le
From the minutes
“2. ©0372-23 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition from National Grid requesting to relocate 1 JO Pole (Pole 153-1 - Abbot Avenue) approximately 8' in a southeasterly direction in order to relocate an overhead single-phase primary wire from Pole #448 (Elm Street) to Pole #628 (Elm Street) in order to install a new 3 phase primary riser at Pole #448 for a new multi-family building at 260 Elm Street. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] é Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: ; Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY: Cardillo, Le.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Approval of Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Accept Meeting Minutes — Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting of 11/27/2023
Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting of 11/27/2023 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: = John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting of 11/27/2023 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: = John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: John F. Hanlon)
Communications from His Honor the Mayor
Favorable Action — Appointment: An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Rosemarie Ciampi to the Disability Commission for a term of three (3) years expiring December 30, 2026
3. C0366-23 Appointment/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Rosemarie Ciampi to the Disability Commission for a term of three (3) years expiring December 30, 2026 Items 3,4 and 7-9 were taken collectively and passed unanimously. eee MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: : Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“3. C0366-23 Appointment/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Rosemarie Ciampi to the Disability Commission for a term of three (3) years expiring December 30, 2026 Items 3,4 and 7-9 were taken collectively and passed unanimously. eee MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . 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 donation to the Office of Human Services from the Kiwanis Club of Everett of 125 turkeys and dinner fixings, valued at...
5. C0368-23 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 Kiwanis Club of Everett of 125 turkeys and dinner fixings, valued at $1,000.00 for the Holiday Assistance Program Items 5,6,10,12 and 14 were taken collectiviey and passed unanimously. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanion, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: : Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“5. C0368-23 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 Kiwanis Club of Everett of 125 turkeys and dinner fixings, valued at $1,000.00 for the Holiday Assistance Program Items 5,6,10,12 and 14 were taken collectiviey and passed unanimously. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanion, 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 funds in the amount of $767,500, which would be provided to the City of Everett from the City of Chelsea, in accordance...
11. C0381-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend funds in the amount of $767,500, which would be provided to the City of Everett from the City of Chelsea, in accordance with the Inter municipal Agreement between the City of Chelsea, and the City of Everett, which was approved by the Everett City Council on August 14, 2023 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] i Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“11. C0381-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend funds in the amount of $767,500, which would be provided to the City of Everett from the City of Chelsea, in accordance with the Inter municipal Agreement between the City of Chelsea, and the City of Everett, which was approved by the Everett City Council on August 14, 2023 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] i Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Stephanie Smith)
Favorable Action — Appointment: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Frank Parker to the Board of Assessors for a term of three (3) years, expiring December 31, 2026
13. C0387-23 Appointment/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Frank Parker to the Board of Assessors for a term of three (3) years, expiring December 31, 2026. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Alfred Lattanzi 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
“13. C0387-23 Appointment/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Frank Parker to the Board of Assessors for a term of three (3) years, expiring December 31, 2026. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Alfred Lattanzi SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] ' Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Alfred Lattanzi, second: Stephanie Smith)
Petitions and Licenses
Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting the renewal of a class one motor vehicle dealer license for McGovern Honda at 100 Broadway Items 15-18 were taken collectively and passed unaimously
15. C0382-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a class one motor vehicle dealer license for McGovern Honda at 100 Broadway Items 15-18 were taken collectively and passed unaimously. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] ; Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: q Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“15. C0382-23 Petition/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a class one motor vehicle dealer license for McGovern Honda at 100 Broadway Items 15-18 were taken collectively and passed unaimously. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] ; Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: q Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Stephanie Martins)
Committee Reports
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: That the assessor provides the last 5 years of abatements (residential, commercial, and industrial) 2018-2022
19. C0171-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, Councilor Darren M. Costa That the assessor provides the last 5 years of abatements (residential, commercial, and industrial) 2018-2022. In addition, a request that the assessor provides a list of all households that currently have a home owner's exemption and a list of all households that currently do not have a home owner's exemption but are likely eligible for one. Items 19, 20 and 23 the Committee Reports were accepted and the items were Referred Back to Sponsor. 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
“19. C0171-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, Councilor Darren M. Costa That the assessor provides the last 5 years of abatements (residential, commercial, and industrial) 2018-2022. In addition, a request that the assessor provides a list of all households that currently have a home owner's exemption and a list of all households that currently do not have a home owner's exemption but are likely eligible for one. Items 19, 20 and 23 the Committee Reports were accepted and the items were Referred Back to Sponsor. 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 the City Assessor create a program to market residential exemption benefits and audit the current list of homes with the exemption
20. C0297-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that the City Assessor create a program to market residential exemption benefits and audit the current list of homes with the exemption 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
“20. C0297-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Darren M. Costa A resolution requesting that the City Assessor create a program to market residential exemption benefits and audit the current list of homes with the exemption 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 approval to appropriate $150,000 from the Capital Improvement Stabilization account for the Webster School roof improvement project, which was...
21. C0317-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate $150,000 from the Capital Improvement Stabilization account for the Webster School roof improvement project, which was requested by the school department MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: : Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“21. C0317-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate $150,000 from the Capital Improvement Stabilization account for the Webster School roof improvement project, which was requested by the school department MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] 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 appropriate American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds per the attached spending plan as presented to the City Council on October 10%, 2023
22. C0325-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds per the attached spending plan as presented to the City Council on October 10%, 2023. The Committee Report was accepted and the items were divided and voted on individually. All items passed with the exception of the modular units for the Public Schools whcih failed to pass. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] d Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“22. C0325-23 Order/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds per the attached spending plan as presented to the City Council on October 10%, 2023. The Committee Report was accepted and the items were divided and voted on individually. All items passed with the exception of the modular units for the Public Schools whcih failed to pass. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Darren Costa SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] d Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Darren Costa, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the Administration provides the FY24 Q1 financials for review
23. C0337-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as Chairperson A resolution requesting that the Administration provides the FY24 Q1 financials for review 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
“23. C0337-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor John F. Hanlon, as Chairperson A resolution requesting that the Administration provides the FY24 Q1 financials for review 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)
Postpone — Petition: A petition requesting a new open air parking license Quick Auto Center Corp. at 39 Lynde Street
24. 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 MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith 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.
From the minutes
“24. 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 MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Richard Dell Isola, Jr. RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Richard Dell Isola)
Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting a new mechanical/auto body repair license for Toro Mechanic at 39 Garden Street
25. 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 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] ; Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: f Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“25. 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 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] ; Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: f Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Stephanie Smith)
Unfinished Business
Favorable Action — 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 The Council asked if the amendment was included to make this change be allowed with a Special permit and the clerk informed them that it was. Councilor Smith said she was voting against the proposal because she felt this was piecing zoning together instead of approving an entire zoning change. The Council failed to approve the zoning ordinance as amended. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [7 TO 2] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen NAYS: Smith, Marchese AWAY:
Yes: Costa, Hanlon, Isola, Lattanzi, Martins, 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 The Council asked if the amendment was included to make this change be allowed with a Special permit and the clerk informed them that it was. Councilor Smith said she was voting against the proposal because she felt this was piecing zoning together instead of approving an entire zoning change. The Council failed to approve the zoning ordinance as amended. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [7 TO 2] AYES: Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen NAYS: Smith, Marchese AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Ordain — Ordinance: An ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by deleting Appendix A, Section 34, Short-Term Rentals
27. C0267-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by deleting Appendix A, Section 34, Short-Term Rentals MOTION: Ordain MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] i Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: ; Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“27. C0267-23 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President An ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by deleting Appendix A, Section 34, Short-Term Rentals MOTION: Ordain MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] i Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: ; Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Licenses
Ordain
MOTION: Ordain MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] ; Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ordain MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] ; Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)
Ordain — 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: Ordain MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] ] Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: : Smith, 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: Ordain MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] ] Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: : Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Postpone — Resolution: That the licensing commission provide an update on scheduling a public hearing on the Alcohol Nip Ban Ordinance
30. 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: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen 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. 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: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Vivian Nguyen)
New Business
Refer — Resolution: That the Inspectional Services Department dedicate a code enforcement officer specifically to deal with rodent control throughout the city
31. C0364-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That the Inspectional Services Department dedicate a code enforcement officer specifically to deal with rodent control throughout the city 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
“31. C0364-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That the Inspectional Services Department dedicate a code enforcement officer specifically to deal with rodent control throughout the city MOTION: Refer MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer — Resolution: That the guidelines of the Citizens Foundation Grant be revised For a written response in 2 weeks to the sponsor on the possibility of revising the foundations guidlines
32. C0365-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the guidelines of the Citizens Foundation Grant be revised For a written response in 2 weeks to the sponsor on the possibility of revising the foundations guidlines. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen 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
“32. C0365-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the guidelines of the Citizens Foundation Grant be revised For a written response in 2 weeks to the sponsor on the possibility of revising the foundations guidlines. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Vivian Nguyen)
Roll Call Vote — Resolution: That the Everett City Council goes into Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §22 to review the minutes of executive session, particularly the executive session...
33. C0373-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President That the Everett City Council goes into Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §22 to review the minutes of executive session, particularly the executive session pursuant to MGL c. 30A §21(a)(6) dated June 12, 2023 regarding the discussion of the Devens School Lease to determine if the provisions of this executive session minutes warrant continued non-disclosure The City Council sealed the minutes until the administrative use ceases. The Council also voted to release the appraisals from the purchase of the Devens School. MOTION: Roll Call Vote MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] ' Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“33. C0373-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese, as President That the Everett City Council goes into Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §22 to review the minutes of executive session, particularly the executive session pursuant to MGL c. 30A §21(a)(6) dated June 12, 2023 regarding the discussion of the Devens School Lease to determine if the provisions of this executive session minutes warrant continued non-disclosure The City Council sealed the minutes until the administrative use ceases. The Council also voted to release the appraisals from the purchase of the Devens School. MOTION: Roll Call Vote MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] ' Costa, Dell Isola, Jr., Hanlon, Lattanzi, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, AYES: . Smith, Marchese NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Postpone — Resolution: That the ACO monitors dogs off leash at local parks and provides a copy of all citations issued for calendar year 2023 The ACO was requested to send a written response in 2...
34. C0374-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the ACO monitors dogs off leash at local parks and provides a copy of all citations issued for calendar year 2023 The ACO was requested to send a written response in 2 weeks in regards to the citations issued in 2023. 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.
From the minutes
“34. C0374-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the ACO monitors dogs off leash at local parks and provides a copy of all citations issued for calendar year 2023 The ACO was requested to send a written response in 2 weeks in regards to the citations issued in 2023. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Darren Costa RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Darren Costa)
Refer — Resolution: That parking enforcement monitor Luke Rd for vehicles parking illegally at the request of residents
35. C0375-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That parking enforcement monitor Luke Rd for vehicles parking illegally at the request of residents The item was referred to the Traffic Commission and City Clerk to look into if the issue has been resolved. MOTION: Refer 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
“35. C0375-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That parking enforcement monitor Luke Rd for vehicles parking illegally at the request of residents The item was referred to the Traffic Commission and City Clerk to look into if the issue has been resolved. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Refer — Resolution: That the Traffic Commission place a no heavy trucking sign on the corner of Revere Beach Pkwy and Lewis Street, as well as a sign that directs trucks to the Produce Center at...
36. C0377-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That the Traffic Commission place a no heavy trucking sign on the corner of Revere Beach Pkwy and Lewis Street, as well as a sign that directs trucks to the Produce Center at that same intersection. The item was referred to the Traffic Commission and the Mayor's Offfice for a response in 2 weeks. MOTION: Refer 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
“36. C0377-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That the Traffic Commission place a no heavy trucking sign on the corner of Revere Beach Pkwy and Lewis Street, as well as a sign that directs trucks to the Produce Center at that same intersection. The item was referred to the Traffic Commission and the Mayor's Offfice for a response in 2 weeks. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Wayne Matewsky SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Wayne A. Matewsky, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: That State Senator DiDomenico appear before the Council to provide an update on the status of the soccer stadium proposed for Everett The Senator appeared...
37. C0389-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That State Senator DiDomenico appear before the Council to provide an update on the status of the soccer stadium proposed for Everett The Senator appeared and dispelled rumors about the potential stadium project. He stated that at the moment it hasn't garnered the vote to move forward but that it will be back on the table for a vote in the near future and that this is a win for our city. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“37. C0389-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That State Senator DiDomenico appear before the Council to provide an update on the status of the soccer stadium proposed for Everett The Senator appeared and dispelled rumors about the potential stadium project. He stated that at the moment it hasn't garnered the vote to move forward but that it will be back on the table for a vote in the near future and that this is a win for our city. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Alfred Lattanzi RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Alfred Lattanzi)
Postpone — Resolution: That a representative of the Davis Co. appear at the next meeting to update the council on their plans for the recently acquired Exxon Mobil land
38. C0390-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That a representative of the Davis Co. appear at the next meeting to update the council on their plans for the recently acquired Exxon Mobil land MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen 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. C0390-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That a representative of the Davis Co. appear at the next meeting to update the council on their plans for the recently acquired Exxon Mobil land MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Vivian Nguyen)
Postpone — Resolution: That the administration consider expanding city programs to add inclusive activities for intellectually disabled/developmentally delayed individuals
39. C0391-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration consider expanding city programs to add inclusive activities for intellectually disabled/developmentally delayed individuals MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen 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. C0391-23 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration consider expanding city programs to add inclusive activities for intellectually disabled/developmentally delayed individuals MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Vivian Nguyen)
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