September 9, 2024

4. ©0287-24 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President A petition from Trimount ESS LLC requesting permission to install an underground electrical duct bank, inclusive of an electrical transmission line, as described herein. MOTION: Postpone 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.

15. C0297-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate $918,100.00 from the Capital Stabilization account for the following 10 capital improvement projects and purchases: #1 Police - Non-administrative Vehicles (Patrol Division) $140,000 # 2 Police Administrative Vehicle $120,000, #3 Parking Control Vehicle $44,000 #4 Public Safety Radio Improvements $265,000 #5 Police Body Armor $26,300 #6 Police Taser Upgrades $82,800 #7 Council on Aging Van $50,000 # 8 Inspectional Services Vehicles $65,000 # 9 Fire Department Turnout Gear $60,000 #10 Engineering Vehicles $65,000 TOTAL: $918,100.00 The balance in the Capital Stabilization account as of 6/30/24 is $8,048,356 Motion passed to refer items 15, 16, 17, 19 to Committee on Ways and Means MOTION: Refer 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.

16. C0298-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval that the amount of $2,365,000.00 be appropriated by borrowing for the following two (2) capital improvement projects: Fire Engine Replacement and Stadium Turf. 1. Fire Engine Replacement for $965,000.00 2. Stadium Turf for $1,400,000.00 TOTAL : 2,365,000.00 Motion passed to refer items 15, 16, 17, 19 to Committee on Ways and Means MOTION: Refer 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.

17. C0299-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to raise and appropriate the sum of $203,286 to the School department's contracted service account based on the additional Chapter 70 funding posted in the final FY25 state budget. Motion passed to refer items 15, 16, 17, 19 to Committee on Ways and Means MOTION: Refer 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.

19. C0301-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting approval to re purpose $771,900 in previously bonded school capital improvements funds to fully fund the project to replace equipment controls at Everett High School Motion passed to refer items 15, 16, 17, 19 to Committee on Ways and Means MOTION: Refer 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.

20. C0302-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Mirlande Felissaint as Director of Elections/Registrar for a for a term ending January 5, 2026 Refer to Legislative Affairs and Elections Committee MOTION: Refer MOVER: Robert Van Campen 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.

21. C0238-24 Order/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment of Erik Swanson to the position of Director of Engineering for a term ending January 5, 2026. The clerk recommended referring this item back to the administration so they can work on the administrative plan and send it back to council for a vote. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins 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.

23. C0077-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Holly D. Garcia, Councilor Robert Van Campen That the Administration provide an update on the reconstruction of the Smith Playground aka Central Ave Park Councilor Garcia explained this park, which splits wards 4 and 5, has been closed for the entire summer. Residents want to know when renovations will start and if it will reopen next summer. Council President Van Campen was added as a cosponsor. Refer to administration and city engineer requesting written response at next meeting MOTION: Refer MOVER: Holly Garcia 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.

24. C0254-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Holly D. Garcia That the Director of Youth Development & Enrichment appear at our next regular meeting to discuss the repurpose plan for the Shute Library The clerk read an email from the director indicating he is still working with the administration and state to determine what is allowed at the Shute Library. There are no immediate plans but they are looking into it. Some procedural issues arose that delayed an update. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Holly Garcia 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.

25. C0260-24 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen, as President An ordinance proposing the addition of two new sections to Appendix A - Zoning of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Everett:Section 36 - Master Planned Development and Section 37 - Everett Docklands Innovation District ("ED!D") Referred to Legislative Affairs. 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.

MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Robert Van Campen 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. C0270-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Anthony DiPierro A resolution requesting a representative of 3-1-1 to appear to speak about the city's baiting program and preventative measures for rodents. Councilor DiPierro explained that due to construction, his neighborhood has been overrun with rodents. He wants a 311 representative or appropriate person to discuss the city's baiting program, holding contractors accountable, and education for residents on the issue. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Anthony DiPierro 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. C0271-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Anthony DiPierro A resolution requesting an update from the administration on plans to equip public buildings and spaces with free public WIFI for residents to utilize. Councilor DiPierro stated this is an issue he's been talking about for years without much movement. He believes in 2024, public spaces, parks and buildings should have free public WiFi available for residents and students. He is requesting an update from the administration at the next meeting. MOTION: Postpone 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.

29. C0274-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Wayne A. Matewsky That the police traffic division place a speed monitor on the lower end of Irving St. at the request of residents. Councilor Matewsky explained that last week he received a call that cars were speeding on Irving Street, likely due to construction detours from Ferry Street. A resident's dog on a leash was seriously injured after being hit by a speeding car. Item was referred to SGT. Gaff for action. 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.

30. C0278-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration provide an update on the number and status of ARPA applications received from organizations and next steps. Councilor Martins stated the city has been working on ARPA fund allocation since 2021 with an upcoming deadline to commit funds. Applications were due in June but many organizations have not received updates. Earlier, the city was still trying to get more applicants. She is requesting the administration and DE] department provide an answer by the next meeting on the number and status of applications received. Referred to teh Administration for a response in 2 weeks. MOTION: Refer 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.

31. C0279-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Holly D. Garcia That the administration and engineering department consider conducting an audit of the construction work taking place in the city to check for potholes, bad paving and patching, and materials left behind by contractors and consider adopting a punchlist of expectations to be met/items to be completed prior to payment being issued. Councilors Martins and Garcia met with small businesses who shared stories of problems with construction including potholes, flooding, lack of access, and materials left behind, in some cases for over a year. Councilor Martins asked the city engineer if the city has standards for satisfactory work and was told they do not. The councilors question if the city is properly supervising work sites and holding contractors accountable. Especially in Ward 4, construction has been non-stop on multiple streets causing major disruptions. Referred to administration and engineering to provide summary of steps to address issues. MOTION: Refer 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.

32. C0280-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration consider hiring a full time ARPA Director instead of using consultants to manage the allocation and disbursement of funds. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins 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.

33. C0285-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Anthony DiPierro, Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Michael Marchese Requesting that The City implement and enforce a cap on residential stickers issued per household Councilor Smith stated the parking situation in Everett is at a crisis level. Problems are largely due to the number of parking stickers issued to existing households rather than new apartments. She provided data showing there are 1,780 houses with more than 3 stickers, 794 of those have more stickers than bedrooms, with an excess of 185% more stickers than bedrooms in those homes. Examples include a 2-bedroom with 12 cars and a 3-bedroom with 20 stickers. She believes this is a huge issue that needs to be addressed and has been working with the city solicitor on legal options. Councilor Marchese was added as a cosponsor. Amend to add Councilor Marchese as cosponsor. Referred to traffic commission MOTION: Refer 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.

34. C0289-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the City provides an update of ARPA fund status and balances Referred to CFO for response at next meeting 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.

35. C0290-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Peter Pietrantonio That EPD Chief Strong update the City Council on how his first couple of months have gone as Chief of Police and If he has implemented any new policies under his direction. Councilor Pietrantonio believes with a new police chief for the first time in 20 years, it would be good for him to come before the council to discuss how things are going and any policy changes he has made. He would like to do the same in the future with the fire chief and DPW director so the public can put names to faces. Referred to next meeting and invite Police Chief Strong to appear MOTION: Postpone 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.

36. C0293-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Peter Pietrantonio That the Director of Transportation Jay Monty provide an update on the intersection crosswalk at Tileston and Kelvin St Councilor Pietrantonio stated that Director Monty sent him an email indicating they have a plan for this intersection and are working on implementing it. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Peter Pietrantonio 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.

37. C0294-24 Resolution/s/ Councilor Holly D. Garcia That the city addresses the parking issues on Timothy Ave at the request of homeowners Councilor Garcia explained Timothy Ave is a small side street near many businesses in Glendale Square. Residents have reached out for help as the street is very congested with issues like blocked driveways. She is requesting this be put on the agenda for the next traffic commission meeting so residents can voice their concerns and try to find a solution. Referred to traffic commission to have it placed on their next meeting agenda MOTION: Refer MOVER: Holly Garcia 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.