April 22, 2024

3. C©0161-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate $150,000.00 from the General Fund Budgetary Fund Balance (Free Cash) to the Treasurer/Collector other expenses account. This appropriation is necessary to pay the credit card expenses for the remainder of the year. The council voted to refer the order to the Ways and Means committee for further discussion. Councilor Marchese requested that the CFO provide the total annual amount of credit card and debit card interest paid by the city. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Michael Marchese 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.

4. C0162-24 Appointment/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Colleen Mejia to the position of City Solicitor to a term ending January 5, 2026. Items 4 through 9, which are various appointments, were referred collectively along with item 22 to the Legislative Affairs and Elections committee. Councilor Smith requested that the HR Director and Chief of Staff be invited to the committee meeting. 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.

5. C0163-24 Appointment/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Jerry Navarra to the position of Executive Director of Public Works to a term ending January 5, 2026. Items 4 through 9, which are various appointments, were referred collectively along with item 22 to the Legislative Affairs and Elections committee. Councilor Smith requested that the HR Director and Chief of Staff be invited to the committee meeting. 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.

6. C0164-24 Appointment/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Kevin Dorgan to the position of Director of Information Technology to a term ending January 5, 2026. Items 4 through 9, which are various appointments, were referred collectively along with item 22 to the Legislative Affairs and Elections committee. Councilor Smith requested that the HR Director and Chief of Staff be invited to the committee meeting. 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.

7. C©0165-24 Appointment/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Jay Monty to the position of Director of Transportation and Mobility to a term ending January 5, 2026. Items 4 through 9, which are various appointments, were referred collectively along with item 22 to the Legislative Affairs and Elections committee. Councilor Smith requested that the HR Director and Chief of Staff be invited to the committee meeting. 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.

8. C0166-24 Appointment/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Matt Lattanzi to the position of Executive Director of Planning and Development for a term ending January 5, 2026. Items 4 through 9, which are various appointments, were referred collectively along with item 22 to the Legislative Affairs and Elections committee. Councilor Smith requested that the HR Director and Chief of Staff be invited to the committee meeting. 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.

9. C0167-24 Appointment/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Sabrina Firicano to the position of Director of Public Health to a term ending January 5, 2026. Items 4 through 9, which are various appointments, were referred collectively along with item 22 to the Legislative Affairs and Elections committee. Councilor Smith requested that the HR Director and Chief of Staff be invited to the committee meeting. 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.

13. C0130-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That a health check of the Everett Housing Authority be performed for transparency and to ensure all paperwork and vouchers are in order, and residency compliance requirements and condition of the homes are being met for the well being of our residents. The committee recommended referring the resolution back to the sponsor. The council voted to accept the committee report and refer the item back. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

17. ©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. Councilor Martins asked the city clerk to read the update received on the fire chief selection process. The clerk read an email from the HR Director stating that the assessment center for fire chief candidates has been scheduled for June 11th, with two pre-meeting sessions to be held in the coming weeks to familiarize applicants with the process. Councilor Martins made a motion to postpone the item to the second council meeting in June in order to receive a final update after the assessment center has taken place. The motion was seconded. Councilor Pietrantonio expressed disappointment, stating he thought they were told a new chief would be in place by May. He asked for clarification on the timeline. The mayor's chief of staff Erin Devaney was invited to speak. She explained the assessment center date was pushed to June at the request of the candidates to allow them a fair opportunity to apply. She said the ultimate timeline to present a new chief for council approval depends on how quickly the civil service process moves after the assessment, so an exact date cannot be provided. The motion to postpone the item to the second June meeting passed on a voice vote. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: _ Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

18. ©0041-24 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 Councilor DiPierro shared an update from the administration that plans for the Fuller Street raised crosswalks are with procurement and will be out to bid soon, with construction targeted to start in late May or early June. He moved to refer the item back to himself as the sponsor. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

20. 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. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) 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.

21. C0125-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen That the DeMaria Administration provide an update of the names of those individuals to be appointed to the special Charter Review Committee as required by Section 9-6 of the Everett City Charter 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.

23. C0137-24 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Katy L. Rogers An ordinance requiring all playing fields in Everett to use environmentally sustainable organic grass instead of artificial turf Councilor Rogers stated that while the ordinance has merit, she believes it warrants a more in-depth discussion in committee rather than rushing a decision, citing health and safety concerns about artificial turf that were raised during public participation. Councilor Rogers moved to refer the ordinance to the Public Safety and Public Service committee for further discussion and study. The motion passed unanimously. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Katy Rogers SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, but say “The motion passed unanimously.”, so every councilor present is shown voting yes.

24. C0148-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Katy L. Rogers, Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Anthony DiPierro A resolution requesting the status on planting trees along Elm St. and in neighborhoods throughout the community Councilor Rogers requested an update from the administration on plans to plant trees on Elm Street and in other neighborhoods, particularly the Woodlawn section. She moved to refer the item to the Legislative Affairs committee and invite relevant officials to the meeting. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Katy Rogers 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.

25. C0149-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the City of Everett gives priority to the youth sports/enrichment programs in Everett and EPS for field permits prior to providing permits to other Cities As a board member and coach for Everett Little League, Councilor Smith has learned that Everett youth sports groups are being forced to practice in neighboring cities like Chelsea because field permits are being issued to other cities ahead of local programs. She believes Everett youth sports should be prioritized for field space. However, there seems to be confusion over which city department actually controls the field permitting process. Councilor Smith made a motion to refer the resolution to the DPW director, mayor's office and the Recreation and Youth Development department and request a response for the next council meeting explaining how field permits are issued and allocated. The motion was seconded. The council voted unanimously in favor of the referral motion on a voice vote. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Peter Pietrantonio RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, but say “The council voted unanimously in favor of the referral motion on a voice vote.”, so every councilor present is shown voting yes.

26. C0150-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the City considers building a concession stand and permanent bathrooms at the Rivergreen Park so more youth programs can utilize the fields Councilor Smith proposed that the city look into constructing a concession stand and permanent bathrooms at Rivergreen Park, stating the lack of these facilities prevents the fields from being fully used by youth sports. She moved to refer the idea to multiple departments for a feasibility response. in writing to her as sponsor MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Michael Marchese 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.

27. C0153-24 Order/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That the city provide an update on the construction project at the old Siver Fox on Second Street Councilor Matewsky requested an update on the construction and timeline for a residential development approved at the former Silver Fox property on Second Street. He moved to refer the order to the Building Department and Planning Board. for a written response to Councilor Matewsky 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.

28. C0158-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Holly D. Garcia That contractors that work in the city have a designated staging area for their equipment and construction materials when they are going to be working in a designated area for more than a few days. Councilor Garcia requested the administration and city engineer develop a policy to have construction contractors use designated staging areas for equipment and materials rather than taking up on-street parking spaces and blocking sidewalks. The council voted to refer the item to the mayor and engineer. to take appropriate action MOTION: Refer MOVER: Holly Garcia 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.

29. C0159-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration share its current economic development plan for the city Councilor Martins requested a copy of the city's current economic development plan from the administration, stating she does not believe one exists. She moved to refer the item to the administration to either provide the plan or state that there is none in writing. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins 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.

30. C0160-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration consider organizing an information forum for ARPA applications and eligibility for businesses Councilor Martins noted that the city's ARPA website lacks information on the application process and eligibility requirements for business relief funds. She requested the administration organize workshops to educate businesses and update the website with the relevant information. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.

Meeting adjourned at 10:10 PM MOTION: Adjourn MOVER: Stephanie Smith 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.