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February 26, 2024
29 recorded votes, 23 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The Members Present list does not include John F. Hanlon, who is counted absent.
Present: Anthony DiPierro, Michael Marchese, Stephanie Martins, Wayne A. Matewsky, Stephanie Smith, Guerline Alcy Jabouin, Holly Garcia, Peter Pietrantonio, Katy Rogers, Robert Van Campen
Absent: John F. Hanlon
Every vote, in order
Public Hearings
Favorable Action — A petition from National Grid requesting to install approximately 5 - 7' of 2 - 3" conduit from existing pole #1381 under the sidewalk to the property at 14 Baldwin Avenue...
4. ©0090-24 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition from National Grid requesting to install approximately 5 - 7' of 2 - 3" conduit from existing pole #1381 under the sidewalk to the property at 14 Baldwin Avenue Public Hearing Held MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Aicy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, ; Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“4. ©0090-24 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition from National Grid requesting to install approximately 5 - 7' of 2 - 3" conduit from existing pole #1381 under the sidewalk to the property at 14 Baldwin Avenue Public Hearing Held MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Aicy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, ; Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Favorable Action — A petition from National Grid requesting to install approximately 75' of 2 - 4" conduit from existing pole #2161 underground to a customer owned manhole #170 at 380 Second...
2. C©0091-24 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition from National Grid requesting to install approximately 75' of 2 - 4" conduit from existing pole #2161 underground to a customer owned manhole #170 at 380 Second Street Public Hearing Held MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Failed [5 TO 5] AYES: DiPierro, Marchese, Matewsky, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Alcy Jabouin, Garcia, Martins, Pietrantonio, Rogers AWAY:
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Marchese, Matewsky, SmithNo: Garcia, Jabouin, Martins, Pietrantonio, Rogers
From the minutes
“2. C©0091-24 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition from National Grid requesting to install approximately 75' of 2 - 4" conduit from existing pole #2161 underground to a customer owned manhole #170 at 380 Second Street Public Hearing Held MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Failed [5 TO 5] AYES: DiPierro, Marchese, Matewsky, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Alcy Jabouin, Garcia, Martins, Pietrantonio, Rogers AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Michael Marchese)
Communications from His Honor the Mayor
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation from the Members Plus Credit Union of eight gift cards at $25.00 each, totaling $200.00 to be used as prizes...
3. C0089-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation from the Members Plus Credit Union of eight gift cards at $25.00 each, totaling $200.00 to be used as prizes for the Black History Month Basketball event at the Recreation Center on February 17, 2024 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, ; Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“3. C0089-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation from the Members Plus Credit Union of eight gift cards at $25.00 each, totaling $200.00 to be used as prizes for the Black History Month Basketball event at the Recreation Center on February 17, 2024 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, ; Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Stephanie Smith)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval for the Everett Police Department to execute a contract with Equature for a period of five (5) years for the purpose of servicing and...
4. C©0099-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval for the Everett Police Department to execute a contract with Equature for a period of five (5) years for the purpose of servicing and maintaining E-911 Dispatch Equipment MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, ; Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“4. C©0099-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval for the Everett Police Department to execute a contract with Equature for a period of five (5) years for the purpose of servicing and maintaining E-911 Dispatch Equipment MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, ; Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Petitions and Licenses
Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting the renewal of a lodging house license for the Prescott House at 36 Church Street
5. C0094-24 Petition/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a lodging house license for the Prescott House at 36 Church Street MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: . : Pietrantonio, Rogers, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY: Smith
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Garcia, Jabouin, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, RogersThe minutes list Stephanie Smith as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“5. C0094-24 Petition/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a lodging house license for the Prescott House at 36 Church Street MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: . : Pietrantonio, Rogers, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY: Smith.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Michael Marchese)
Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting the renewal of a innholder license for Broadway & Main Hotel at 13 School Street
6. C0095-24 Petition/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a innholder license for Broadway & Main Hotel at 13 School Street MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: . . Pietrantonio, Rogers, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY: Smith
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Garcia, Jabouin, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, RogersThe minutes list Stephanie Smith as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“6. C0095-24 Petition/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a innholder license for Broadway & Main Hotel at 13 School Street MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] : Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: . . Pietrantonio, Rogers, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY: Smith.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Michael Marchese)
Favorable Action — Petition: A petition requesting the renewal of a special license for extended hours of operation for Love Hot Dog Buffett INC. at 1865 Revere Beach Parkway
7. C0096-24 Petition/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a special license for extended hours of operation for Love Hot Dog Buffett INC. at 1865 Revere Beach Parkway MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: : : Pietrantonio, Rogers, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY: Smith
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Garcia, Jabouin, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, RogersThe minutes list Stephanie Smith as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“7. C0096-24 Petition/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition requesting the renewal of a special license for extended hours of operation for Love Hot Dog Buffett INC. at 1865 Revere Beach Parkway MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, AYES: : : Pietrantonio, Rogers, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY: Smith.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Michael Marchese)
Refer — Petition: A petition requesting a new mechanical repair license for Emporium Auto Body Shop Inc. at 367 3 Street
8. C0097-24 Petition/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition requesting a new mechanical repair license for Emporium Auto Body Shop Inc. at 367 3 Street The item was referred to the Community and Business Development Committee MOTION: Refer MOVER: Anthony DiPierro 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
“8. C0097-24 Petition/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition requesting a new mechanical repair license for Emporium Auto Body Shop Inc. at 367 3 Street The item was referred to the Community and Business Development Committee MOTION: Refer MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Refer — Petition: A petition requesting a new class two motor vehicle dealer license for Emporium Auto Body Shop Inc. at 367 3" Street
9. C0098-24 Petition/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition requesting a new class two motor vehicle dealer license for Emporium Auto Body Shop Inc. at 367 3" Street The item was referred to the Community and Business Development Committee MOTION: Refer MOVER: Anthony DiPierro 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
“9. C0098-24 Petition/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition requesting a new class two motor vehicle dealer license for Emporium Auto Body Shop Inc. at 367 3" Street The item was referred to the Community and Business Development Committee MOTION: Refer MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Committee Reports
Postpone — Resolution: That the appropriate representative appear at the next meeting to discuss how the Supplemental Final Environmental Impact Report (SFEIR) for Encore Boston Harbor EEA...
10. C0015-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the appropriate representative appear at the next meeting to discuss how the Supplemental Final Environmental Impact Report (SFEIR) for Encore Boston Harbor EEA #15060), submitted by Wynn regarding the design, funding, and construction of the Mystic River Bridge will impact Everett MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Katy Rogers 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
“10. C0015-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the appropriate representative appear at the next meeting to discuss how the Supplemental Final Environmental Impact Report (SFEIR) for Encore Boston Harbor EEA #15060), submitted by Wynn regarding the design, funding, and construction of the Mystic River Bridge will impact Everett MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Katy Rogers RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Katy Rogers)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Rebecca Edmondson- Korom, Esq., as a member, to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term of three (3) years,...
12. C0030-24 Order/s/ Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Rebecca Edmondson- Korom, Esq., as a member, to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term of three (3) years, expiring January 31, 2027. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Pietrantonio, AYES: ; Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY: Matewsky
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Garcia, Jabouin, Marchese, Martins, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithThe minutes list Wayne A. Matewsky as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“12. C0030-24 Order/s/ Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Rebecca Edmondson- Korom, Esq., as a member, to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term of three (3) years, expiring January 31, 2027. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Pietrantonio, AYES: ; Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY: Matewsky.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Stephanie Smith)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Derek Shooster, as an Associate Member, to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term of three (3) years,...
13. C0031-24 Order/s/ Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Derek Shooster, as an Associate Member, to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term of three (3) years, expiring January 31, 2027. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] i Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Pietrantonio, AYES: . Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY: Matewsky
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Garcia, Jabouin, Marchese, Martins, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithThe minutes list Wayne A. Matewsky as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“13. C0031-24 Order/s/ Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Derek Shooster, as an Associate Member, to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term of three (3) years, expiring January 31, 2027. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] i Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Pietrantonio, AYES: . Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY: Matewsky.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Stephanie Smith)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of James Booker to the Disability Commission for a term of three (3) years expiring January 31, 2027
14, C0035-24 Order/s/ Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of James Booker to the Disability Commission for a term of three (3) years expiring January 31, 2027 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, : Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“14, C0035-24 Order/s/ Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of James Booker to the Disability Commission for a term of three (3) years expiring January 31, 2027 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, : Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to appropriate $115,000.00 from Budgetary Fund Balance (Free Cash) to the following accounts: Fire Department Equipment Maintenance...
15. C0084-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate $115,000.00 from Budgetary Fund Balance (Free Cash) to the following accounts: Fire Department Equipment Maintenance $50,000.00 & BLS-1 Operating Funds $65,000.00 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, : Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“15. C0084-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate $115,000.00 from Budgetary Fund Balance (Free Cash) to the following accounts: Fire Department Equipment Maintenance $50,000.00 & BLS-1 Operating Funds $65,000.00 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, : Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Refer — Order: An order requesting approval to appropriate by borrowing $11,400,000.00 for Improvements at the Old Everett High School, located at 548 Broadway
16. C0085-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate by borrowing $11,400,000.00 for Improvements at the Old Everett High School, located at 548 Broadway MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“16. C0085-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate by borrowing $11,400,000.00 for Improvements at the Old Everett High School, located at 548 Broadway MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Refer — Resolution: A resolution asking the administration to submit all costs associated with the old Everett High School (Utilities, maintenance, heat, insurance, etc.) and all funds allocated...
17. C0088-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Guerline Alcy Jabouin A resolution asking the administration to submit all costs associated with the old Everett High School (Utilities, maintenance, heat, insurance, etc.) and all funds allocated to maintain it. The item was referred to a Special meeting of the City Council to be held within the following few weeks. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Guerline Alcy Jabouin SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro 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. C0088-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Guerline Alcy Jabouin A resolution asking the administration to submit all costs associated with the old Everett High School (Utilities, maintenance, heat, insurance, etc.) and all funds allocated to maintain it. The item was referred to a Special meeting of the City Council to be held within the following few weeks. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Guerline Alcy Jabouin SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Guerline Alcy Jabouin, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Favorable Action — Order: An order to amend the City Council's Public Participation rules to bring them in-line with a recent Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruling
18. C0059-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order to amend the City Council's Public Participation rules to bring them in-line with a recent Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruling MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, i Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“18. C0059-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order to amend the City Council's Public Participation rules to bring them in-line with a recent Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruling MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, i Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Millie Cardello as a member of the Board of Assessors for a term of three (3) years, expiring February 1, 2027
19. C0070-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Millie Cardello as a member of the Board of Assessors for a term of three (3) years, expiring February 1, 2027 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 1] P DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, AYES: : Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Alcy Jabouin AWAY:
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithNo: Jabouin
From the minutes
“19. C0070-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Millie Cardello as a member of the Board of Assessors for a term of three (3) years, expiring February 1, 2027 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 1] P DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, AYES: : Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Alcy Jabouin AWAY:.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Stephanie Smith)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of DeAnne Mullett to the Board of Health for a term of three (3) years, expiring February 1, 2027
20. C0083-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of DeAnne Mullett to the Board of Health for a term of three (3) years, expiring February 1, 2027. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 1] . DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, AYES: ; Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Alcy Jabouin AWAY:
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithNo: Jabouin
From the minutes
“20. C0083-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of DeAnne Mullett to the Board of Health for a term of three (3) years, expiring February 1, 2027. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 1] . DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, AYES: ; Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Alcy Jabouin AWAY:.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Stephanie Smith)
Unfinished Business
Postpone — Resolution: That the administration provide an update on the process to select a new permanent Fire Chief
21. C0014-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins & the Entire City Council That the administration provide an update on the process to select a new permanent Fire Chief. The Fire Union and Human Resources Director appeared and discussed that process has begun with an Assessment Center and that all parties agreed on the process and they plan on hiring a new Fire Chief by the end of May which will be any one of the Deputy Fire Chiefs who apply and take the Assessment Center. The top scoring person is expected to be chosen. The Council postponed this item until the last meeting in April to recieve an update on the process. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Peter Pietrantonio 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. C0014-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins & the Entire City Council That the administration provide an update on the process to select a new permanent Fire Chief. The Fire Union and Human Resources Director appeared and discussed that process has begun with an Assessment Center and that all parties agreed on the process and they plan on hiring a new Fire Chief by the end of May which will be any one of the Deputy Fire Chiefs who apply and take the Assessment Center. The top scoring person is expected to be chosen. The Council postponed this item until the last meeting in April to recieve an update on the process. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Peter Pietrantonio RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Peter Pietrantonio)
Postpone — Resolution: That The Administration take the necessary steps to ensure construction of the Fuller Street speed tables can commence once weather permits
22. C0041-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Anthony DiPierro That The Administration take the necessary steps to ensure construction of the Fuller Street speed tables can commence once weather permits The item was postponed until the first meeting in April. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Anthony DiPierro 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
“22. C0041-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Anthony DiPierro That The Administration take the necessary steps to ensure construction of the Fuller Street speed tables can commence once weather permits The item was postponed until the first meeting in April. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: That The Administration provide an update on the long awaited reconstruction of The Arthur Nelson aka Fuller Street Playground
23. C0042-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Anthony DiPierro That The Administration provide an update on the long awaited reconstruction of The Arthur Nelson aka Fuller Street Playground MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Martins 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. C0042-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Anthony DiPierro That The Administration provide an update on the long awaited reconstruction of The Arthur Nelson aka Fuller Street Playground MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Stephanie Martins)
Favorable Action — A petition from National Grid requesting permission to install approximately 15' of 2-4" underground conduit from existing pole #2837 to a private property at 33 Mystic Street...
24. C0051-24 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition from National Grid requesting permission to install approximately 15' of 2-4" underground conduit from existing pole #2837 to a private property at 33 Mystic Street to provide a temporary UG service MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [6 TO 3] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Matewsky, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Martins, Pietrantonio, Rogers AWAY: Marchese
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Garcia, Jabouin, Matewsky, SmithNo: Martins, Pietrantonio, RogersThe minutes list Michael Marchese as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“24. C0051-24 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition from National Grid requesting permission to install approximately 15' of 2-4" underground conduit from existing pole #2837 to a private property at 33 Mystic Street to provide a temporary UG service MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [6 TO 3] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Matewsky, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Martins, Pietrantonio, Rogers AWAY: Marchese.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Stephanie Smith)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the city's Fire Department provides the City Council with all available operational statistics regarding the performance of the...
25. C0055-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the city's Fire Department provides the City Council with all available operational statistics regarding the performance of the city-owned ambulance. The Fire Chief appeared and gave all information he had and would provide the Council in writing at a later date with further statistics as he recieves the information. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro 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. C0055-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the city's Fire Department provides the City Council with all available operational statistics regarding the performance of the city-owned ambulance. The Fire Chief appeared and gave all information he had and would provide the Council in writing at a later date with further statistics as he recieves the information. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Michael Marchese, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the city's Chief Assessing Officer provides the City Council with any available information about expected major property value...
26. C0057-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the city's Chief Assessing Officer provides the City Council with any available information about expected major property value decreases Power Plant, LNG, Exxon, etc.) in the upcoming fiscal years. Assessor Devereux appeared and stated that the LNG facility would stay on line for a few more years now that National Grid is getting energy from that facility in the near future. Alsdo that Exxon Mobil will not have a huge decrease in value as almost 88% of the value is the land value not the tanks that sit on the property. The city will lose some tax revenue but will have some buildings that will come on line or will be partially taxed over this year. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Stephanie Martins 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. C0057-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the city's Chief Assessing Officer provides the City Council with any available information about expected major property value decreases Power Plant, LNG, Exxon, etc.) in the upcoming fiscal years. Assessor Devereux appeared and stated that the LNG facility would stay on line for a few more years now that National Grid is getting energy from that facility in the near future. Alsdo that Exxon Mobil will not have a huge decrease in value as almost 88% of the value is the land value not the tanks that sit on the property. The city will lose some tax revenue but will have some buildings that will come on line or will be partially taxed over this year. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Michael Marchese, second: Stephanie Martins)
Postpone — Resolution: That the CFO provide an update on the formation of the Municipal Scholarship Committee and its potential activation for the graduating class of 2024 The CFO provided...
27. C0060-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the CFO provide an update on the formation of the Municipal Scholarship Committee and its potential activation for the graduating class of 2024 The CFO provided information that this will be activated and people will be able to give and get scholarships this year. Councilor Martins asked for the item to be postponed until the first meeting in May for an update of the proicess. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Katy Rogers 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. C0060-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the CFO provide an update on the formation of the Municipal Scholarship Committee and its potential activation for the graduating class of 2024 The CFO provided information that this will be activated and people will be able to give and get scholarships this year. Councilor Martins asked for the item to be postponed until the first meeting in May for an update of the proicess. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Katy Rogers RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Katy Rogers)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: That the administration/Anser provide an update on the application process for ARPA funding for local organizations and small businesses The Adminsitration...
28. C0061-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration/Anser provide an update on the application process for ARPA funding for local organizations and small businesses The Adminsitration provided information to the Council on the current status and the item was referred back to sponsor. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Katy Rogers 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
“28. C0061-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration/Anser provide an update on the application process for ARPA funding for local organizations and small businesses The Adminsitration provided information to the Council on the current status and the item was referred back to sponsor. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Katy Rogers RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Katy Rogers)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: That the administration provide an update on the process of hiring a new chief of police The Mayor sent a letter that was read by the Clerk, that all...
29. C0066-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Peter Pietrantonio, Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration provide an update on the process of hiring a new chief of police The Mayor sent a letter that was read by the Clerk, that all Lieutenants and Captains in the Everett Police Department currently employed with the number of years needed for experience could apply and be considered for the position which will be filled by the end of June. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Peter Pietrantonio 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
“29. C0066-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Peter Pietrantonio, Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration provide an update on the process of hiring a new chief of police The Mayor sent a letter that was read by the Clerk, that all Lieutenants and Captains in the Everett Police Department currently employed with the number of years needed for experience could apply and be considered for the position which will be filled by the end of June. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Peter Pietrantonio SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Peter Pietrantonio, second: Stephanie Smith)
New Business
Refer — Resolution: That senior residents, or those with disabilities, be able to call 311 to request free house address numbers from the Fire Department
30. C0093-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Katy L. Rogers That senior residents, or those with disabilities, be able to call 311 to request free house address numbers from the Fire Department The item was referred to the Administration to have them start this program. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Katy Rogers SECONDER: Peter Pietrantonio 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. C0093-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Katy L. Rogers That senior residents, or those with disabilities, be able to call 311 to request free house address numbers from the Fire Department The item was referred to the Administration to have them start this program. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Katy Rogers SECONDER: Peter Pietrantonio RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Katy Rogers, second: Peter Pietrantonio)
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