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June 24, 2024
30 recorded votes, 23 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Present: Anthony DiPierro, John F. Hanlon, Michael Marchese, Stephanie Martins, Wayne A. Matewsky, Stephanie Smith, Guerline Alcy Jabouin, Holly Garcia, Peter Pietrantonio, Katy Rogers, Robert Van Campen
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Public Hearings
Favorable Action — A petition requesting that National Grid be granted permission to install 1 new JO pole (3021-50) on Beacham Street to accommodate and provide a permanent underground service at...
2. ©0221-24 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition requesting that National Grid be granted permission to install 1 new JO pole (3021-50) on Beacham Street to accommodate and provide a permanent underground service at 212 Beacham Street The public hearings for items 1 and 2 were opened and then closed after the petitioner spoke. - Councilor Hanlon moved for favorable action, stating the petitions were the most complete ones received. - Councilor Rogers stated she would vote no until National Grid responds regarding the Chapter 91 path. - Councilor Matewsky stated he spoke to the National Grid representative about construction issues at Paris St and Lewis St. He will vote in favor but wants the issues looked into. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 2] 2 DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, AYES: - Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Alcy Jabouin, Rogers AWAY:
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, SmithNo: Jabouin, Rogers
From the minutes
“2. ©0221-24 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition requesting that National Grid be granted permission to install 1 new JO pole (3021-50) on Beacham Street to accommodate and provide a permanent underground service at 212 Beacham Street The public hearings for items 1 and 2 were opened and then closed after the petitioner spoke. - Councilor Hanlon moved for favorable action, stating the petitions were the most complete ones received. - Councilor Rogers stated she would vote no until National Grid responds regarding the Chapter 91 path. - Councilor Matewsky stated he spoke to the National Grid representative about construction issues at Paris St and Lewis St. He will vote in favor but wants the issues looked into. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 2] 2 DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, AYES: - Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Alcy Jabouin, Rogers AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Stephanie Smith)
Favorable Action — A petition requesting that National Grid be granted permission to install approximately 10' feet of 2-4" conduit from existing pole #3022-0 to private property at 212 Beacham...
3. C©0222-24 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition requesting that National Grid be granted permission to install approximately 10' feet of 2-4" conduit from existing pole #3022-0 to private property at 212 Beacham Street to provide a permanent underground service. The public hearings for items 1 and 2 were opened and then closed after the petitioner spoke. - Councilor Hanlon moved for favorable action, stating the petitions were the most complete ones received. - Councilor Rogers stated she would vote no until National Grid responds regarding the Chapter 91 path. - Councilor Matewsky stated he spoke to the National Grid representative about construction issues at Paris St and Lewis St. He will vote in favor but wants the issues looked into. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 2] . DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, AYES: : Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Alcy Jabouin, Rogers AWAY:
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, SmithNo: Jabouin, Rogers
From the minutes
“3. C©0222-24 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition requesting that National Grid be granted permission to install approximately 10' feet of 2-4" conduit from existing pole #3022-0 to private property at 212 Beacham Street to provide a permanent underground service. The public hearings for items 1 and 2 were opened and then closed after the petitioner spoke. - Councilor Hanlon moved for favorable action, stating the petitions were the most complete ones received. - Councilor Rogers stated she would vote no until National Grid responds regarding the Chapter 91 path. - Councilor Matewsky stated he spoke to the National Grid representative about construction issues at Paris St and Lewis St. He will vote in favor but wants the issues looked into. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [9 TO 2] . DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, AYES: : Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Alcy Jabouin, Rogers AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Stephanie Smith)
Approval of Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Accept Meeting Minutes — Joint Convention of the City Council & School Committee (FY25 Budget Presentation) - May 16, 2024
Joint Convention of the City Council & School Committee (FY25 Budget Presentation) - May 16, 2024 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Peter Pietrantonio 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
“Joint Convention of the City Council & School Committee (FY25 Budget Presentation) - May 16, 2024 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Peter Pietrantonio SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Peter Pietrantonio, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Communications from His Honor the Mayor
Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending the approval of the Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund Budget as submitted by His Honor the Mayor and as amended by the City Council in the amount of...
4. C©0226-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order recommending the approval of the Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund Budget as submitted by His Honor the Mayor and as amended by the City Council in the amount of $281,761,273.00 - Councilor Van Campen thanked members for a thorough budget process that reduced the budget by over $500,000. - He stressed the need to wean off the practice of using free cash to fund the operating budget, but stated he will vote in favor. - Councilor Alcy Jabouin stated she will vote no, feeling the budget gave out high-paid jobs to people who don't show up for work. She said it's time to run the city like a business. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [10 TO 1] . DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, AYES: : Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Alcy Jabouin AWAY:
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithNo: Jabouin
From the minutes
“4. C©0226-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order recommending the approval of the Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund Budget as submitted by His Honor the Mayor and as amended by the City Council in the amount of $281,761,273.00 - Councilor Van Campen thanked members for a thorough budget process that reduced the budget by over $500,000. - He stressed the need to wean off the practice of using free cash to fund the operating budget, but stated he will vote in favor. - Councilor Alcy Jabouin stated she will vote no, feeling the budget gave out high-paid jobs to people who don't show up for work. She said it's time to run the city like a business. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [10 TO 1] . DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, AYES: : Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Alcy Jabouin AWAY:.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Stephanie Smith)
Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending the approval of the Fiscal Year 2025 Water & Sewer Enterprise Fund Budget as submitted by His Honor the Mayor in the amount of $22,492.927.00
5. ©0227-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order recommending the approval of the Fiscal Year 2025 Water & Sewer Enterprise Fund Budget as submitted by His Honor the Mayor in the amount of $22,492.927.00 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [11 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, ' Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“5. ©0227-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order recommending the approval of the Fiscal Year 2025 Water & Sewer Enterprise Fund Budget as submitted by His Honor the Mayor in the amount of $22,492.927.00 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [11 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, ' Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Stephanie Smith)
Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending the approval of the Fiscal Year 2025 ECTV Enterprise Fund Budget as submitted by His Honor the Mayor in the amount of $565,832.00
6. C0228-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order recommending the approval of the Fiscal Year 2025 ECTV Enterprise Fund Budget as submitted by His Honor the Mayor in the amount of $565,832.00 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [11 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, ' Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“6. C0228-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order recommending the approval of the Fiscal Year 2025 ECTV Enterprise Fund Budget as submitted by His Honor the Mayor in the amount of $565,832.00 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [11 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, ' Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Stephanie Smith)
Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending the approval of the Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund Capital Improvement Plan as submitted by His Honor the Mayor in the amount of $55,033,741.00
7. ©C0229-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order recommending the approval of the Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund Capital Improvement Plan as submitted by His Honor the Mayor in the amount of $55,033,741.00 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [9 TO 2] : Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, AYES: Rogers, Van Campen NAYS: Garcia, Smith AWAY:
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Hanlon, Jabouin, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, RogersNo: Garcia, Smith
From the minutes
“7. ©C0229-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order recommending the approval of the Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund Capital Improvement Plan as submitted by His Honor the Mayor in the amount of $55,033,741.00 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [9 TO 2] : Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, AYES: Rogers, Van Campen NAYS: Garcia, Smith AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Michael Marchese)
Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending the approval of the Fiscal Year 2025 Water & Sewer Enterprise Fund Capital Improvement Plan as submitted by His Honor the Mayor in the amount of...
8. C0230-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order recommending the approval of the Fiscal Year 2025 Water & Sewer Enterprise Fund Capital Improvement Plan as submitted by His Honor the Mayor in the amount of $7,229,800.00 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [11 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, : Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“8. C0230-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order recommending the approval of the Fiscal Year 2025 Water & Sewer Enterprise Fund Capital Improvement Plan as submitted by His Honor the Mayor in the amount of $7,229,800.00 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [11 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, : Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Michael Marchese)
Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending the authorization of the FY2025 expenditure limits for the city's 53E"% Revolving Funds in use by many city departments
9. C0231-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order recommending the authorization of the FY2025 expenditure limits for the city's 53E"% Revolving Funds in use by many city departments. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [11 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, : Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“9. C0231-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order recommending the authorization of the FY2025 expenditure limits for the city's 53E"% Revolving Funds in use by many city departments. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: John Hanlon SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [11 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, : Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: John F. Hanlon, second: Michael Marchese)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Mass Hire Metro North Workforce Board for use by the Youth Development and Enrichment department in the...
10. C0233-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Mass Hire Metro North Workforce Board for use by the Youth Development and Enrichment department in the amount of $128,081.25 to be used to provide young Everett residents with workforce skills. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [11 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, . Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“10. C0233-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Mass Hire Metro North Workforce Board for use by the Youth Development and Enrichment department in the amount of $128,081.25 to be used to provide young Everett residents with workforce skills. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [11 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, . Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend donations totaling $150.00 from City of Everett employees during the months of April and May for the Fire Victims Fund
11. C0236-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend donations totaling $150.00 from City of Everett employees during the months of April and May for the Fire Victims Fund. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [11 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, J Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“11. C0236-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend donations totaling $150.00 from City of Everett employees during the months of April and May for the Fire Victims Fund. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [11 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, J Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Holly Garcia)
Postpone — Order: An order requesting approval to expend $10,000,000 from ARPA funds for Improvements at the Old Everett High School including the replacement of the roof
12. C0237-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to expend $10,000,000 from ARPA funds for Improvements at the Old Everett High School including the replacement of the roof. MOTION: Postpone 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
“12. C0237-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to expend $10,000,000 from ARPA funds for Improvements at the Old Everett High School including the replacement of the roof. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Committee Reports
Accept Committee Report — Order: In accordance with Sections 6-2 and 6-3 of the City Charter, His Honor Mayor Carlo DeMaria hereby calls for a joint meeting of the City Council and School...
13. C0171-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President In accordance with Sections 6-2 and 6-3 of the City Charter, His Honor Mayor Carlo DeMaria hereby calls for a joint meeting of the City Council and School Committee for the presentation of the city's proposed Fiscal Year 2025 operating budgets and to review the city's budget policy. MOTION: Accept Committee Report 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
“13. C0171-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President In accordance with Sections 6-2 and 6-3 of the City Charter, His Honor Mayor Carlo DeMaria hereby calls for a joint meeting of the City Council and School Committee for the presentation of the city's proposed Fiscal Year 2025 operating budgets and to review the city's budget policy. MOTION: Accept Committee Report MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Favorable Action — Order: A order amending the City Council's current remote participation rules for members
14. C0180-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen A order amending the City Council's current remote participation rules for members MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [10 TO 1] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, . Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Hanlon AWAY:
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Garcia, Jabouin, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithNo: Hanlon
From the minutes
“14. C0180-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen A order amending the City Council's current remote participation rules for members MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [10 TO 1] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, . Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Hanlon AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Michael Marchese)
Favorable Action — Order: An order amending the Everett City Council rule regarding City Council member's actual and necessary expenses
15. ©0181-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, Councilor Stephanie V. Smith An order amending the Everett City Council rule regarding City Council member's actual and necessary expenses MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [11 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, , Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“15. ©0181-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, Councilor Stephanie V. Smith An order amending the Everett City Council rule regarding City Council member's actual and necessary expenses MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [11 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, , Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: That the chairperson of the Zoning Board of Appeals be invited to appear before the City Council, and if she can provide the Council with information for the...
16. C0172-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Peter Pietrantonio That the chairperson of the Zoning Board of Appeals be invited to appear before the City Council, and if she can provide the Council with information for the last two years on how many variances & denials that they gave out. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Peter Pietrantonio 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. C0172-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Peter Pietrantonio That the chairperson of the Zoning Board of Appeals be invited to appear before the City Council, and if she can provide the Council with information for the last two years on how many variances & denials that they gave out. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Peter Pietrantonio SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Peter Pietrantonio, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: That the DPW Director come to the next meeting to explain the maintenance of our City traffic islands and parks
17. C0207-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Peter Pietrantonio That the DPW Director come to the next meeting to explain the maintenance of our City traffic islands and parks MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Peter Pietrantonio 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.
From the minutes
“17. C0207-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Peter Pietrantonio That the DPW Director come to the next meeting to explain the maintenance of our City traffic islands and parks MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Peter Pietrantonio SECONDER: Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Peter Pietrantonio, second: Holly Garcia)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: That the DPW provide an update on the port a potty that | ordered for the Northern Trail at Wellington Ave
18. C0208-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Peter Pietrantonio That the DPW provide an update on the port a potty that | ordered for the Northern Trail at Wellington Ave MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Peter Pietrantonio 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.
From the minutes
“18. C0208-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Peter Pietrantonio That the DPW provide an update on the port a potty that | ordered for the Northern Trail at Wellington Ave MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Peter Pietrantonio SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Peter Pietrantonio, second: Michael Marchese)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend an additional award of funds for a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection in the amount of...
19. C0206-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend an additional award of funds for a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection in the amount of $2,148.57 under the Recycling Dividends Program of the Sustainable Materials Recovery Program. MOTION: Favorable Action 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.
From the minutes
“19. C0206-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend an additional award of funds for a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection in the amount of $2,148.57 under the Recycling Dividends Program of the Sustainable Materials Recovery Program. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Stephanie Martins)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to appropriate by borrowing $2,000,000.00 to fund the MSBA New High School Feasibility Study -
20. C0225-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate by borrowing $2,000,000.00 to fund the MSBA New High School Feasibility Study - Councilor Pietrantonio asked where the 77% reimbursement goes. Councilor Smith stated it's not actually being expended. - CFO Eric Demas clarified the city will expend the funds and then submit to MSBA for reimbursement. The net difference is what the council would bond or find another funding source for. - Councilor Alcy Jabouin asked if it's wasted money if no action is taken on the report findings. CFO Demas confirmed the report is required by MSBA to move forward with a new high school project. - Councilor Garcia asked if the reimbursement rate is in a contractual agreement. CFO Demas said the current disclosed rate is 77.15% but it's unknown if that could change in the future. - Councilor Rogers asked if the reimbursement is contingent on approving the study results. CFO Demas said as long as costs are eligible and approved by MSBA, they will reimburse until the city states they are no longer pursuing the project. - Councilor DiPierro reiterated this is the second feasibility study and not approving it may jeopardize future involvement with the school building authority. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 2] . DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, AYES: Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Alcy Jabouin, Marchese
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithNo: Jabouin, Marchese
From the minutes
“20. C0225-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate by borrowing $2,000,000.00 to fund the MSBA New High School Feasibility Study - Councilor Pietrantonio asked where the 77% reimbursement goes. Councilor Smith stated it's not actually being expended. - CFO Eric Demas clarified the city will expend the funds and then submit to MSBA for reimbursement. The net difference is what the council would bond or find another funding source for. - Councilor Alcy Jabouin asked if it's wasted money if no action is taken on the report findings. CFO Demas confirmed the report is required by MSBA to move forward with a new high school project. - Councilor Garcia asked if the reimbursement rate is in a contractual agreement. CFO Demas said the current disclosed rate is 77.15% but it's unknown if that could change in the future. - Councilor Rogers asked if the reimbursement is contingent on approving the study results. CFO Demas said as long as costs are eligible and approved by MSBA, they will reimburse until the city states they are no longer pursuing the project. - Councilor DiPierro reiterated this is the second feasibility study and not approving it may jeopardize future involvement with the school building authority. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [9 TO 2] . DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, AYES: Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Alcy Jabouin, Marchese AWAY:.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: John F. Hanlon)
Unfinished Business
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: That the administration provide an update on the process to select a new permanent Fire Chief. - Mayor's Chief of Staff Erin Devaney was invited to provide...
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. - Mayor's Chief of Staff Erin Devaney was invited to provide an update. - She stated a written communication was submitted confirming the assessment center was conducted on June 11th with 5 candidates. - Results were shared with the Civil Service Commission who will take 2-6 weeks to verify candidate information. - Once an eligible list and scores are published, the mayor as appointing authority will make a recommendation to the council for approval. - In response to Councilor Martins, she confirmed after receiving the eligible list, the mayor intends to go with the assessment center scoring and ranking, absent any disqualifying information. - Councilor Pietrantonio asked if the council will see candidate scores. Ms. Devaney believes they become published like other civil service lists. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Peter Pietrantonio RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
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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. - Mayor's Chief of Staff Erin Devaney was invited to provide an update. - She stated a written communication was submitted confirming the assessment center was conducted on June 11th with 5 candidates. - Results were shared with the Civil Service Commission who will take 2-6 weeks to verify candidate information. - Once an eligible list and scores are published, the mayor as appointing authority will make a recommendation to the council for approval. - In response to Councilor Martins, she confirmed after receiving the eligible list, the mayor intends to go with the assessment center scoring and ranking, absent any disqualifying information. - Councilor Pietrantonio asked if the council will see candidate scores. Ms. Devaney believes they become published like other civil service lists. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Peter Pietrantonio RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Peter Pietrantonio)
Postpone — Order: An order requesting approval to appropriate by borrowing $3,000,000.00 to fund Everett Square Improvements
22. C0127-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate by borrowing $3,000,000.00 to fund Everett Square Improvements. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
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“22. C0127-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate by borrowing $3,000,000.00 to fund Everett Square Improvements. 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 Superintendent of Schools, and any relevant representatives of the school administration appear before the City Council to present and discuss...
23. C0173-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Guerline Alcy Jabouin, Councilor Katy L. Rogers That the Superintendent of Schools, and any relevant representatives of the school administration appear before the City Council to present and discuss existing and foreseeable space needs throughout the entire district at all grade levels including potential use of Pope John and the former Everett High School MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Guerline Alcy Jabouin SECONDER: Katy Rogers RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
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“23. C0173-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Guerline Alcy Jabouin, Councilor Katy L. Rogers That the Superintendent of Schools, and any relevant representatives of the school administration appear before the City Council to present and discuss existing and foreseeable space needs throughout the entire district at all grade levels including potential use of Pope John and the former Everett High School MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Guerline Alcy Jabouin SECONDER: Katy Rogers RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Guerline Alcy Jabouin, second: Katy Rogers)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the Planning and Development Department engage the owners of the Glendale Square Shopping Center to discuss the future of the...
24. C0190-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Anthony DiPierro, Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the Planning and Development Department engage the owners of the Glendale Square Shopping Center to discuss the future of the plaza and to potentially form a public / private partnership moving forward. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
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“24. C0190-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Anthony DiPierro, Councilor Michael K. Marchese A resolution requesting that the Planning and Development Department engage the owners of the Glendale Square Shopping Center to discuss the future of the plaza and to potentially form a public / private partnership moving forward. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Michael Marchese, second: John F. Hanlon)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: An resolution requesting that the Everett Youth Initiative Council to come to the May 13th meeting to present their ARPA projects, and the status as it it...
25. C0203-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Guerline Alcy Jabouin An resolution requesting that the Everett Youth Initiative Council to come to the May 13th meeting to present their ARPA projects, and the status as it it nearing the end of the school year. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Guerline Alcy Jabouin SECONDER: _ Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
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“25. C0203-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Guerline Alcy Jabouin An resolution requesting that the Everett Youth Initiative Council to come to the May 13th meeting to present their ARPA projects, and the status as it it nearing the end of the school year. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Guerline Alcy Jabouin SECONDER: _ Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Guerline Alcy Jabouin, second: Holly Garcia)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: That the administration provide an update on the current use and future plans for the former Pope John building
26. C0223-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Holly D. Garcia That the administration provide an update on the current use and future plans for the former Pope John building. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Holly Garcia SECONDER: Katy Rogers RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
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“26. C0223-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Holly D. Garcia That the administration provide an update on the current use and future plans for the former Pope John building. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Holly Garcia SECONDER: Katy Rogers RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Holly Garcia, second: Katy Rogers)
New Business
Favorable Action — Order: An order recommending the cancelation of the regular City Council meetings of July 8, 2024, August 12, 2024 and August 26, 2024 -
27. C0232-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order recommending the cancelation of the regular City Council meetings of July 8, 2024, August 12, 2024 and August 26, 2024 - Council President Van Campen stated this is consistent with historic council practice and the July 22nd meeting will still be held. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [10 TO 1] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, : Matewsky, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Pietrantonio AWAY:
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Jabouin, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Rogers, SmithNo: Pietrantonio
From the minutes
“27. C0232-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order recommending the cancelation of the regular City Council meetings of July 8, 2024, August 12, 2024 and August 26, 2024 - Council President Van Campen stated this is consistent with historic council practice and the July 22nd meeting will still be held. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [10 TO 1] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, : Matewsky, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen NAYS: Pietrantonio AWAY:.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Refer — Resolution: That the City of Everett honor the distinguished and exemplary service of Mary F. Aleo in the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps. during World War Il, and find an appropriate way to...
28. C0234-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen & the Entire Membership of the City Council That the City of Everett honor the distinguished and exemplary service of Mary F. Aleo in the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps. during World War Il, and find an appropriate way to recognize and honor all female veterans who have served throughout our nation's history - Council President Van Campen provided background on Mary Aleo's service in the Women's Army Corps during WWII. - He expressed the need to recognize female veterans' contributions and referred the item to the Veteran Services officer for action on honoring Ms. Aleo and all female veterans. - A motion was made and seconded to add Councilor Matewsky as a co-sponsor, as he was a friend of the Aleo family. - Council President Van Campen further moved to attach the entire City Council as co- sponsors. The motion was seconded. ad approved unanimously. - The item was referred to the Veterans Services Director for action. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
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“28. C0234-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen & the Entire Membership of the City Council That the City of Everett honor the distinguished and exemplary service of Mary F. Aleo in the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps. during World War Il, and find an appropriate way to recognize and honor all female veterans who have served throughout our nation's history - Council President Van Campen provided background on Mary Aleo's service in the Women's Army Corps during WWII. - He expressed the need to recognize female veterans' contributions and referred the item to the Veteran Services officer for action on honoring Ms. Aleo and all female veterans. - A motion was made and seconded to add Councilor Matewsky as a co-sponsor, as he was a friend of the Aleo family. - Council President Van Campen further moved to attach the entire City Council as co- sponsors. The motion was seconded. ad approved unanimously. - The item was referred to the Veterans Services Director for action. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Stephanie Martins)
Refer — Resolution: A resolution to recognize the City of Everett as a Blue Carbon community to promote the conservation, restoration, and sustainable management of our water and wetlands -
29. C0235-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Katy Rogers A resolution to recognize the City of Everett as a Blue Carbon community to promote the conservation, restoration, and sustainable management of our water and wetlands - Councilor Rogers explained the resolution recognizes Everett's environmental goals regarding marine and aquatic habitats, especially the Malden River waterfront. - She noted the city has made strides in this by planting trees, removing invasive species, hosting cleanups, etc. - A motion was made and seconded to refer item 29 to the administration for action. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Katy Rogers SECONDER: Peter Pietrantonio RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
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“29. C0235-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Katy Rogers A resolution to recognize the City of Everett as a Blue Carbon community to promote the conservation, restoration, and sustainable management of our water and wetlands - Councilor Rogers explained the resolution recognizes Everett's environmental goals regarding marine and aquatic habitats, especially the Malden River waterfront. - She noted the city has made strides in this by planting trees, removing invasive species, hosting cleanups, etc. - A motion was made and seconded to refer item 29 to the administration for action. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Katy Rogers SECONDER: Peter Pietrantonio RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Katy Rogers, second: Peter Pietrantonio)
Adjournment
Adjourn — Meeting adjourned at 10:10 PM
Meeting adjourned at 10:10 PM MOTION: Adjourn MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: = John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
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“Meeting adjourned at 10:10 PM MOTION: Adjourn MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: = John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: John F. Hanlon)
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