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May 27, 2025
27 recorded votes, 26 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 approval for National Grid to install approximately 8' of 1-3" conduit from existing manhole B-530 to private property to provide a permanent underground...
1. C0178-25 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President A petition requesting approval for National Grid to install approximately 8' of 1-3" conduit from existing manhole B-530 to private property to provide a permanent underground service at 229-231 Main Street Jose Luis Isertia from National Grid presented a request to install approximately 8 feet of conduit from an existing manhole located on the sidewalk to private property at 229- 231 Main Street to provide an electrical service upgrade. This is a customer-driven project. Councilor Hanlon asked for clarification on the location. Mr. Isertia confirmed the manhole is in front of the property being served and only one sidewalk panel will be broken and replaced. Councilor Rogers stated she will vote no on this and all National Grid petitions due to their failure to address an issue at Rivergreen for over a year. Councilor Pietrantonio confirmed with Mr. Isertia that this is for a private home and only one sidewalk panel will be broken and replaced with concrete. There were no further questions from the Council. The public | NRT FR SPER ET Dt members of the public spoke in favor or opposition. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [9 TO 1] : DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Smith, AYES: Van Campen, Martins NAYS: Rogers AWAY: Alcy Jabouin
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, SmithNo: RogersThe minutes list Guerline Alcy Jabouin as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“1. C0178-25 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President A petition requesting approval for National Grid to install approximately 8' of 1-3" conduit from existing manhole B-530 to private property to provide a permanent underground service at 229-231 Main Street Jose Luis Isertia from National Grid presented a request to install approximately 8 feet of conduit from an existing manhole located on the sidewalk to private property at 229- 231 Main Street to provide an electrical service upgrade. This is a customer-driven project. Councilor Hanlon asked for clarification on the location. Mr. Isertia confirmed the manhole is in front of the property being served and only one sidewalk panel will be broken and replaced. Councilor Rogers stated she will vote no on this and all National Grid petitions due to their failure to address an issue at Rivergreen for over a year. Councilor Pietrantonio confirmed with Mr. Isertia that this is for a private home and only one sidewalk panel will be broken and replaced with concrete. There were no further questions from the Council. The public | NRT FR SPER ET Dt members of the public spoke in favor or opposition. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [9 TO 1] : DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Smith, AYES: Van Campen, Martins NAYS: Rogers AWAY: Alcy Jabouin.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Favorable Action — A petition requesting approval for National Grid to install 1 JO pole on Spring Street approximately 30' south of existing pole 2473 Jose Luis Isertia from National Grid...
2. €0179-25 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President A petition requesting approval for National Grid to install 1 JO pole on Spring Street approximately 30' south of existing pole 2473 Jose Luis Isertia from National Grid presented a request to install a new infill pole near the end of Spring Street to provide a new permanent underground service at 128 Spring Street. This is also a customer-driven project. Councilor Matuski stated he met with Mr. Isertia at the location last week and it is for a continuing project. He asked for favorable action after the hearing. There were no further questions from the Council. The public hearing was opened. No members of the public spoke in favor or opposition. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [9 TO 2] . DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Smith, AYES: Van Campen, Martins NAYS: Alcy Jabouin, Rogers AWAY:
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, SmithNo: Jabouin, Rogers
From the minutes
“2. €0179-25 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President A petition requesting approval for National Grid to install 1 JO pole on Spring Street approximately 30' south of existing pole 2473 Jose Luis Isertia from National Grid presented a request to install a new infill pole near the end of Spring Street to provide a new permanent underground service at 128 Spring Street. This is also a customer-driven project. Councilor Matuski stated he met with Mr. Isertia at the location last week and it is for a continuing project. He asked for favorable action after the hearing. There were no further questions from the Council. The public hearing was opened. No members of the public spoke in favor or opposition. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [9 TO 2] . DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Smith, AYES: Van Campen, Martins NAYS: Alcy Jabouin, Rogers AWAY:.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Favorable Action — A petition requesting approval for National Grid to relocate 1 JO pole #844-0 approximately 25 feet at 24 Silver Rd Jose Luis Isertia from National Grid presented a request to...
3. ©0184-25 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President A petition requesting approval for National Grid to relocate 1 JO pole #844-0 approximately 25 feet at 24 Silver Rd Jose Luis Isertia from National Grid presented a request to relocate an existing pole at the end of Silver Road approximately 25 feet to accommodate a customer request at 24 Silver Road. This petition was already approved over Aa age pshis being, repetitioned because the work is now ready to be vosoholtet a Councilor Smith asked for clarification on the location of the pole relocation and if neighbors would lose power. Mr. Isertia stated the pole will still be in front of 24 Silver Road, moving 25 feet to the left side of the house on the same sidewalk. There will be minimal outage as cables are transferred to the new pole before the old pole is removed. There were no further questions from the Council. The public hearing was opened. No members of the public spoke in favor or opposition. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [9 TO 2] . DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Smith, AYES: Van Campen, Martins NAYS: Alcy Jabouin, Rogers AWAY:
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, SmithNo: Jabouin, Rogers
From the minutes
“3. ©0184-25 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President A petition requesting approval for National Grid to relocate 1 JO pole #844-0 approximately 25 feet at 24 Silver Rd Jose Luis Isertia from National Grid presented a request to relocate an existing pole at the end of Silver Road approximately 25 feet to accommodate a customer request at 24 Silver Road. This petition was already approved over Aa age pshis being, repetitioned because the work is now ready to be vosoholtet a Councilor Smith asked for clarification on the location of the pole relocation and if neighbors would lose power. Mr. Isertia stated the pole will still be in front of 24 Silver Road, moving 25 feet to the left side of the house on the same sidewalk. There will be minimal outage as cables are transferred to the new pole before the old pole is removed. There were no further questions from the Council. The public hearing was opened. No members of the public spoke in favor or opposition. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [9 TO 2] . DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Smith, AYES: Van Campen, Martins NAYS: Alcy Jabouin, Rogers AWAY:.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Approval of Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Accept Meeting Minutes — Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of 04/28/2025
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of 04/28/2025 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Robert Van Campen 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
“Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of 04/28/2025 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Accept Meeting Minutes — Minutes of the Joint Convention of the City Council and School Committee of 05/12/2025
Minutes of the Joint Convention of the City Council and School Committee of 05/12/2025 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Robert Van Campen 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
“Minutes of the Joint Convention of the City Council and School Committee of 05/12/2025 MOTION: Accept Meeting Minutes MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Communications from His Honor the Mayor
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend funds from the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), in the amount of $100,000.00 to Youth...
4. C©C0175-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend funds from the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), in the amount of $100,000.00 to Youth Development and Enrichment for the purpose of enhancing sensory awareness equipment at the Recreation Center MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, ; Rogers, Smith, Van Campen, Martins NAYS: AWAY: DiPierro
Yes: Campen, Garcia, Hanlon, Jabouin, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithThe minutes list Anthony DiPierro as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“4. C©C0175-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend funds from the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), in the amount of $100,000.00 to Youth Development and Enrichment for the purpose of enhancing sensory awareness equipment at the Recreation Center MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, ; Rogers, Smith, Van Campen, Martins NAYS: AWAY: DiPierro.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Holly Garcia)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation in the amount of $5,000.00 from Everett Firefighters Local 143 Union for the Fire Victims Fund
5. C0176-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation in the amount of $5,000.00 from Everett Firefighters Local 143 Union for the Fire Victims Fund MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, : Rogers, Smith, Van Campen, Martins NAYS: AWAY: DiPierro
Yes: Campen, Garcia, Hanlon, Jabouin, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithThe minutes list Anthony DiPierro as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“5. C0176-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation in the amount of $5,000.00 from Everett Firefighters Local 143 Union for the Fire Victims Fund MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, : Rogers, Smith, Van Campen, Martins NAYS: AWAY: DiPierro.” (Motion: Michael Marchese, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Refer — Order: An order requesting the confirmation on the appointment of Stephanie McColaugh to the Planning Board for a term of three (3) years, expiring May 31, 2028 Refer items 6 and 7 to...
6. C0181-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting the confirmation on the appointment of Stephanie McColaugh to the Planning Board for a term of three (3) years, expiring May 31, 2028 Refer items 6 and 7 to Committee on Legislative Affairs and Elections MOTION: Refer 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.
From the minutes
“6. C0181-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting the confirmation on the appointment of Stephanie McColaugh to the Planning Board for a term of three (3) years, expiring May 31, 2028 Refer items 6 and 7 to Committee on Legislative Affairs and Elections MOTION: Refer MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Michael Marchese)
Refer — Order: An order requesting the confirmation on the appointment of Stephanie McColaugh to the Conservation Commission for a term of two (2) years, expiring May 31, 2027 Refer items 6 and 7...
7. ©0182-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting the confirmation on the appointment of Stephanie McColaugh to the Conservation Commission for a term of two (2) years, expiring May 31, 2027 Refer items 6 and 7 to Committee on Legislative Affairs and Elections MOTION: Refer 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.
From the minutes
“7. ©0182-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting the confirmation on the appointment of Stephanie McColaugh to the Conservation Commission for a term of two (2) years, expiring May 31, 2027 Refer items 6 and 7 to Committee on Legislative Affairs and Elections MOTION: Refer MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Michael Marchese)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation in the amount of $500.00 from the Carmen A. Schiavo Club to support the Annual Spring Clean-up
8. C0183-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation in the amount of $500.00 from the Carmen A. Schiavo Club to support the Annual Spring Clean-up MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Peter Pietrantonio RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, ; Rogers, Smith, Van Campen, Martins NAYS: AWAY: DiPierro
Yes: Campen, Garcia, Hanlon, Jabouin, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithThe minutes list Anthony DiPierro as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“8. C0183-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a donation in the amount of $500.00 from the Carmen A. Schiavo Club to support the Annual Spring Clean-up MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Peter Pietrantonio RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, ; Rogers, Smith, Van Campen, Martins NAYS: AWAY: DiPierro.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Peter Pietrantonio)
Refer — Order: An order requesting approval to appropriate $216,664 from the Insurance recovery fund
9. C€0190-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate $216,664 from the Insurance recovery fund. These funds were received from the insurance company related to the loss that occurred at the school administration building Refer to Committee on Ways and Means MOTION: Refer 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.
From the minutes
“9. C€0190-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate $216,664 from the Insurance recovery fund. These funds were received from the insurance company related to the loss that occurred at the school administration building Refer to Committee on Ways and Means MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Refer — Order: An order requesting approval to transfer $14,000 from the Election Training account to the Election Salaries account
10. C0191-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President umber {{item.number}} An order requesting approval to transfer $14,000 from the Election Training account to the Election Salaries account. The Election Department is requesting this transfer to fund election employees Refer to Committee on Ways and Means MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
The minutes record this vote as “Passed [0 TO 0]” with no names, which is how they show a vote taken without a roll call. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“10. C0191-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President umber {{item.number}} An order requesting approval to transfer $14,000 from the Election Training account to the Election Salaries account. The Election Department is requesting this transfer to fund election employees Refer to Committee on Ways and Means MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: John Hanlon RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: John F. Hanlon)
Refer — Order: An order requesting approval to appropriate $16,083 from General Fund Budgetary Fund Balance (Free Cash) to the Solicitor's insurance account
11. C0192-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate $16,083 from General Fund Budgetary Fund Balance (Free Cash) to the Solicitor's insurance account. This appropriation is necessary to cover insurance premiums through the end of the fiscal year Refer to Committee on Ways and Means MOTION: Refer 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.
From the minutes
“11. C0192-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate $16,083 from General Fund Budgetary Fund Balance (Free Cash) to the Solicitor's insurance account. This appropriation is necessary to cover insurance premiums through the end of the fiscal year Refer to Committee on Ways and Means MOTION: Refer MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Michael Marchese)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting confirmation to issue a special one-day alcoholic beverage license to Tram Tran and Michael Nguyen to serve at a private event occurring on June 21,...
12. C0193-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting confirmation to issue a special one-day alcoholic beverage license to Tram Tran and Michael Nguyen to serve at a private event occurring on June 21, 2025 from 6:00pm - 10:00pm at 47 Elm Street, Everett, MA MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, . Rogers, Smith, Van Campen, Martins NAYS: AWAY: DiPierro
Yes: Campen, Garcia, Hanlon, Jabouin, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithThe minutes list Anthony DiPierro as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“12. C0193-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting confirmation to issue a special one-day alcoholic beverage license to Tram Tran and Michael Nguyen to serve at a private event occurring on June 21, 2025 from 6:00pm - 10:00pm at 47 Elm Street, Everett, MA MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, . Rogers, Smith, Van Campen, Martins NAYS: AWAY: DiPierro.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to accept and expend funds from the Everett Citizens Foundation in the amount of $4,622 to Department of Planning and Development for the...
13. C0195-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as PresétarNiumber {{item.number}} An order requesting approval to accept and expend funds from the Everett Citizens Foundation in the amount of $4,622 to Department of Planning and Development for the purpose of hiring a Monitor for the Everett Community Fridge MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, f Rogers, Smith, Van Campen, Martins NAYS: AWAY: DiPierro
Yes: Campen, Garcia, Hanlon, Jabouin, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithThe minutes list Anthony DiPierro as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“13. C0195-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as PresétarNiumber {{item.number}} An order requesting approval to accept and expend funds from the Everett Citizens Foundation in the amount of $4,622 to Department of Planning and Development for the purpose of hiring a Monitor for the Everett Community Fridge MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, f Rogers, Smith, Van Campen, Martins NAYS: AWAY: DiPierro.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Holly Garcia)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting city council approval to accept multiple Mass General Laws related to The Heroes Act Ron Keohan, Chairman of the Board of Assessors, explained that...
14. C0196-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting city council approval to accept multiple Mass General Laws related to The Heroes Act Ron Keohan, Chairman of the Board of Assessors, explained that adopting 22i would allow a cost of living increase to the veteran's exemption from the state, based on the prior year's cost of living. Last year it was 2.5%, so the exemption would have gone from $400 to $410. Under 22j, the council could up to double what the city grants veterans. Using last year's numbers, the 10% service connected disability exemption would go from $400 to $820 if both are adopted. This would take effect July 1st of this year if passed. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [11 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, , Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen, Martins NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“14. C0196-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting city council approval to accept multiple Mass General Laws related to The Heroes Act Ron Keohan, Chairman of the Board of Assessors, explained that adopting 22i would allow a cost of living increase to the veteran's exemption from the state, based on the prior year's cost of living. Last year it was 2.5%, so the exemption would have gone from $400 to $410. Under 22j, the council could up to double what the city grants veterans. Using last year's numbers, the 10% service connected disability exemption would go from $400 to $820 if both are adopted. This would take effect July 1st of this year if passed. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [11 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, , Pietrantonio, Rogers, Smith, Van Campen, Martins NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Refer HOMERS Naan VEIN Gino — Ordinance: An ordinance that proposes to amend the City of Everett's Division III (Revised General Ordinances), Chapter 9 - "Flood Damage Prevention'
15. C0197-25 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An ordinance that proposes to amend the City of Everett's Division III (Revised General Ordinances), Chapter 9 - "Flood Damage Prevention'. Refer to Committee on Legislative Affairs and Elections MOTION: Refer HOMERS Naan VEIN Gino 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
“15. C0197-25 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An ordinance that proposes to amend the City of Everett's Division III (Revised General Ordinances), Chapter 9 - "Flood Damage Prevention'. Refer to Committee on Legislative Affairs and Elections MOTION: Refer HOMERS Naan VEIN Gino SECONDER: Michael Marchese RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (second: Michael Marchese)
Committee Reports
Favorable Action — Order: That the amount of $3,000,000.00 be appropriated by borrowing for the following two (2) capital improvement projects #1) Streets & Sidewalks $2,000,000.00, #2) Complete...
16. C0174-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President That the amount of $3,000,000.00 be appropriated by borrowing for the following two (2) capital improvement projects #1) Streets & Sidewalks $2,000,000.00, #2) Complete Streets $1,000,000.00, for a total of $3,000,000.00 The City Clerk read the list of anticipated streets for sidewalk replacement and streets to be milled and paved. Councilor Marchese asked where the money is being appropriated from and was informed it is by borrowing. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Katy Rogers RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, Rogers, Smith, AYES: Van Campen, Martins NAYS: AWAY: Alcy Jabouin, Pietrantonio
Yes: Campen, DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Rogers, SmithThe minutes list Guerline Alcy Jabouin and Peter Pietrantonio as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“16. C0174-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President That the amount of $3,000,000.00 be appropriated by borrowing for the following two (2) capital improvement projects #1) Streets & Sidewalks $2,000,000.00, #2) Complete Streets $1,000,000.00, for a total of $3,000,000.00 The City Clerk read the list of anticipated streets for sidewalk replacement and streets to be milled and paved. Councilor Marchese asked where the money is being appropriated from and was informed it is by borrowing. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Katy Rogers RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . DiPierro, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, Rogers, Smith, AYES: Van Campen, Martins NAYS: AWAY: Alcy Jabouin, Pietrantonio.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Katy Rogers)
Unfinished Business
Postpone — Resolution: Councilor Stephanie Martins as president, Councilor Guerline Alcy Jabouin, Councilor Holly Garcia, Councilor John Hanlon, Councilor Michael Marchese, Councilor Peter...
17. C0155-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins as president, Councilor Guerline Alcy Jabouin, Councilor Holly Garcia, Councilor John Hanlon, Councilor Michael Marchese, Councilor Peter Pietrantonio, Councilor Katy Rogers, Councilor Stephanie Smith Pursuant to Charter Section 2-7(c), the Council requires the Administration (Mayor, CFO, and Budget Director) to provide the following information and documents within seven (7) days: copies of all emails, text messages, other correspondence and draft ordinances from January 1, 2016 to the present regarding proposed or approved increases in the Mayor's salary or other compensation other than the longevity ordinances, including but not limited to CO218-16 and C0185-17 This item has been on the agenda for 2-3 meetings since first placed on 04/28/25 with no response received yet. Councilor Van Campen expressed frustration that the council's investigative authority under the city charter is being ignored by not providing the requested information. He suggested postponing again and asking again for the information, noting that the city charter provision giving them this authority is being disregarded. Postpone and request information again per the charter. If no written response, invite administration official to 6/9 meetin. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Robert Van Campen 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
“17. C0155-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins as president, Councilor Guerline Alcy Jabouin, Councilor Holly Garcia, Councilor John Hanlon, Councilor Michael Marchese, Councilor Peter Pietrantonio, Councilor Katy Rogers, Councilor Stephanie Smith Pursuant to Charter Section 2-7(c), the Council requires the Administration (Mayor, CFO, and Budget Director) to provide the following information and documents within seven (7) days: copies of all emails, text messages, other correspondence and draft ordinances from January 1, 2016 to the present regarding proposed or approved increases in the Mayor's salary or other compensation other than the longevity ordinances, including but not limited to CO218-16 and C0185-17 This item has been on the agenda for 2-3 meetings since first placed on 04/28/25 with no response received yet. Councilor Van Campen expressed frustration that the council's investigative authority under the city charter is being ignored by not providing the requested information. He suggested postponing again and asking again for the information, noting that the city charter provision giving them this authority is being disregarded. Postpone and request information again per the charter. If no written response, invite administration official to 6/9 meetin. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Katy Rogers RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Katy Rogers)
Postpone — Order: An order requesting consideration of a proposed Tax Increment Finance (TIF) agreement between the City of Everett and The Sofia 24 Street Owner, LLC pertaining to a mixed use...
18. C0149-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting consideration of a proposed Tax Increment Finance (TIF) agreement between the City of Everett and The Sofia 24 Street Owner, LLC pertaining to a mixed use redevelopment to be located at 380 Second Street Scott Brown and John Brainard from Fulcrum Global Investors presented updates to their TIF proposal based on council feedback, including: - Current occupancy status for multifamily apartments in the area - Correcting affordable housing linkage payments to go to Everett Affordable Housing Trust Fund - Written confirmation from city assessors of no tax burden shift with TIF - Commitment to include Everett High students in job fairs/hiring - Removing "luxury" from marketing materials - Strengthening language on union workforce diversity and reporting - Offering tenant improvement packages to help Everett-based businesses expand in ground floor retail space Christian Reenstierna and Judy Pelletier from CRE Asset Advisors, hired by the city, stated their analysis shows the TIF is a good deal for Everett compared to the property generating minimal tax revenue as-is. The project would not be feasible without the TIF based on current economic conditions. Over the 14 year TIF, it would generate almost $9 million vs $930K if it stays industrial. Multiple councilors expressed concerns and asked questions about the length of the TIF, waiving building permit fees, lack of affordable housing, and setting a
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“18. C0149-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting consideration of a proposed Tax Increment Finance (TIF) agreement between the City of Everett and The Sofia 24 Street Owner, LLC pertaining to a mixed use redevelopment to be located at 380 Second Street Scott Brown and John Brainard from Fulcrum Global Investors presented updates to their TIF proposal based on council feedback, including: - Current occupancy status for multifamily apartments in the area - Correcting affordable housing linkage payments to go to Everett Affordable Housing Trust Fund - Written confirmation from city assessors of no tax burden shift with TIF - Commitment to include Everett High students in job fairs/hiring - Removing "luxury" from marketing materials - Strengthening language on union workforce diversity and reporting - Offering tenant improvement packages to help Everett-based businesses expand in ground floor retail space Christian Reenstierna and Judy Pelletier from CRE Asset Advisors, hired by the city, stated their analysis shows the TIF is a good deal for Everett compared to the property generating minimal tax revenue as-is. The project would not be feasible without the TIF based on current economic conditions. Over the 14 year TIF, it would generate almost $9 million vs $930K if it stays industrial. Multiple councilors expressed concerns and asked questions about the length of the TIF, waiving building permit fees, lack of affordable housing, and setting a precedent for other developers to request TIFs. Mayor DeMaria and Planning Director Matt Lattanzi spoke in support, arguing this project is unique in being 100% union built with additional negotiated benefits and wouldn't happen otherwise. As-of-right development would be much smaller with less affordable housing and revenue. After much discussion, Mr. Brown requested postponing ftom sume orton to ynben language in the TIF agreement based on council feedback. Postpone to 6/9 council meetin. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Katy Rogers RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Katy Rogers)
New Business
Refer — Resolution: Councilor Katy L. Rogers, Councilor Holly D. Garcia, Councilor Robert J. Van Campen Resolution requesting a status update on Central Ave
19. C0177-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Katy L. Rogers, Councilor Holly D. Garcia, Councilor Robert J. Van Campen Resolution requesting a status update on Central Ave. Park which remains inaccessible to residents Amend to add Councilors Garcia and Van Campen. Refer to administration, planning dept; request written response by 6/9. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Katy Rogers RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
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“19. C0177-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Katy L. Rogers, Councilor Holly D. Garcia, Councilor Robert J. Van Campen Resolution requesting a status update on Central Ave. Park which remains inaccessible to residents Amend to add Councilors Garcia and Van Campen. Refer to administration, planning dept; request written response by 6/9. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Katy Rogers RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Katy Rogers)
Postpone — Resolution: That the Administration updates the City Council on the status of the $740K ARPA funding that was approved for small businesses, nonprofits and arts organizations in Everett...
20. C0180-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, Councilor Stephanie Martins That the Administration updates the City Council on the status of the $740K ARPA funding that was approved for small businesses, nonprofits and arts organizations in Everett Amend amount to $740,00. Invite administration to next meeting for update on items stated by Councilor Smith. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER. a ielly Garcia RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
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“20. C0180-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, Councilor Stephanie Martins That the Administration updates the City Council on the status of the $740K ARPA funding that was approved for small businesses, nonprofits and arts organizations in Everett Amend amount to $740,00. Invite administration to next meeting for update on items stated by Councilor Smith. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER. a ielly Garcia RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Holly Garcia)
Refer — Resolution: That the Garland Street hospital parking restriction/resident only parking rule as previously approved by the Traffic Commission be enforced and signs be appropriately...
21. C0187-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the Garland Street hospital parking restriction/resident only parking rule as previously approved by the Traffic Commission be enforced and signs be appropriately installed Refer to Traffic Commission for enforcement MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
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“21. C0187-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the Garland Street hospital parking restriction/resident only parking rule as previously approved by the Traffic Commission be enforced and signs be appropriately installed Refer to Traffic Commission for enforcement MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
Refer — Resolution: That the CFO provide an update on the balance of the Linkage Fee fund in accordance with the Linkage Fee ordinance Request CFO provide written response by next meeting
22. C0188-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the CFO provide an update on the balance of the Linkage Fee fund in accordance with the Linkage Fee ordinance Request CFO provide written response by next meeting. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Robert Van Campen RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
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“22. C0188-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the CFO provide an update on the balance of the Linkage Fee fund in accordance with the Linkage Fee ordinance Request CFO provide written response by next meeting. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Robert Van Campen RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Smith, second: Robert Van Campen)
Refer — Resolution: That the administration provide an update on the Municipal Scholarship awards for the Class of 2025 Amend to add Councilor Alsa Jabouin
23. C0189-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Holly D. Garcia That the administration provide an update on the Municipal Scholarship awards for the Class of 2025 Amend to add Councilor Alsa Jabouin. Refer to administration for response by next meeting. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Holly Garcia SECONDER: Guerline Alcy Jabouin 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.
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“23. C0189-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Holly D. Garcia That the administration provide an update on the Municipal Scholarship awards for the Class of 2025 Amend to add Councilor Alsa Jabouin. Refer to administration for response by next meeting. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Holly Garcia SECONDER: Guerline Alcy Jabouin RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Holly Garcia, second: Guerline Alcy Jabouin)
Favorable Action — Resolution: A resolution requesting that the Office of the Massachusetts Attorney General commence an action to recover the $180,000 in longevity payments improperly made to...
24. C0194-25 Resolution/s/ Councilors Robert J. Van Campen, Guerline Alcy Jabouin, Holly D. Garcia, John F, Hanlon, Michael K, Marchese, Wayne A. Matewsky, Peter Pietrantonio, Katy L. Rogers, Stephanie V. Smith & Stephanie Martins A resolution requesting that the Office of the Massachusetts Attorney General commence an action to recover the $180,000 in longevity payments improperly made to Mayor DeMaria Councilor Van Campen summarized the ongoing serious matter of $180,000 in longevity payments improperly made to Mayor DeMaria per the Inspector General's findings. He argued the administration is obstructing the council's ability to recover the funds by not providing funding to implement the IG's recommendations. He reviewed specific IG findings that remain unexplained, like a $30,000 advance payment before the relevant ordinance passed and a 2016 payment for 2017 that wasn't owed. He refuted claims that the IG is political, outlined the IG's appointment process and anti-fraud mission, and stated he's spoken to former councilors whose understanding was longevity was to be paid at the end of the term, not annually. Councilor Van Campen requested the AG step in to help recover the funds on behalf of Everett taxpayers, allowing the matter to be adjudicated independently in court if the administration disputes the findings. He invited other councilors to cosponsor. All Councilors present at time of the vote were added as Co-Sponsors. Favorable action to send to AG under council pr
Yes: Campen, Garcia, Hanlon, Jabouin, Marchese, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithThe minutes list Anthony DiPierro as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“24. C0194-25 Resolution/s/ Councilors Robert J. Van Campen, Guerline Alcy Jabouin, Holly D. Garcia, John F, Hanlon, Michael K, Marchese, Wayne A. Matewsky, Peter Pietrantonio, Katy L. Rogers, Stephanie V. Smith & Stephanie Martins A resolution requesting that the Office of the Massachusetts Attorney General commence an action to recover the $180,000 in longevity payments improperly made to Mayor DeMaria Councilor Van Campen summarized the ongoing serious matter of $180,000 in longevity payments improperly made to Mayor DeMaria per the Inspector General's findings. He argued the administration is obstructing the council's ability to recover the funds by not providing funding to implement the IG's recommendations. He reviewed specific IG findings that remain unexplained, like a $30,000 advance payment before the relevant ordinance passed and a 2016 payment for 2017 that wasn't owed. He refuted claims that the IG is political, outlined the IG's appointment process and anti-fraud mission, and stated he's spoken to former councilors whose understanding was longevity was to be paid at the end of the term, not annually. Councilor Van Campen requested the AG step in to help recover the funds on behalf of Everett taxpayers, allowing the matter to be adjudicated independently in court if the administration disputes the findings. He invited other councilors to cosponsor. All Councilors present at time of the vote were added as Co-Sponsors. Favorable action to send to AG under council president letterhead. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Robert Van Campen SECONDER: Katy Rogers RESULT: Passed [10 TO 0] AYES: Alcy Jabouin, Garcia, Hanlon, Marchese, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, ' Rogers, Smith, Van Campen, Martins NAYS: AWAY: DiPierro.” (Motion: Robert Van Campen, second: Katy Rogers)
Adjournment
Adjourn — Adjourned at 9:58 PM
Adjourned at 9:58 PM MOTION: Adjourn MOVER: Katy Rogers SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:
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“Adjourned at 9:58 PM MOTION: Adjourn MOVER: Katy Rogers SECONDER: Wayne Matewsky RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Katy Rogers, second: Wayne A. Matewsky)
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