June 23, 2025

1. C©0227-25 Petition/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President A petition from National Grid requesting permission to install approximately 90' of 2-4" conduit from existing manhole B-751 to private property and approximately 110° of 2- 4" conduit from existing manhole B-751 to pole #1655-0 to provide a permanent underground service at 51 Chelsea Street MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Robert Van Campen 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.

6. C0232-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend funds from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue, Division of Local Services in the amount of $133,274.70 representing receipt of 2024 per-ride assessment funds. These funds are calculated based on the number of Transportation Network Company (TNC) rides (e.g. Uber and Lyft) that originated within Everett boundaries in 2024 MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Robert Van Campen 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.

8. C0240-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order to consider a proposed Donation Agreement for financial contributions between The Sofia 2nd Street LLC and the City of Everett and to further amend the approved Tax Increment Financing ("TIF") Agreement to include reference to said Donation Agreement This item amends the previously approved TIF agreement to incorporate a donation agreement. City Solicitor Colleen Mejia and Director of Planning & Development Matt Lattanzi were invited to explain. The only changes to the TIF are the inclusion of the donation agreement language and amendments made on the floor at the last meeting regarding union labor. Some councilors expressed confusion and concern that they did not have sufficient details on what was changing. Councilor Hanlon made a motion to postpone so the Council could properly review the amended agreement. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Robert Van Campen 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.

14. C0143-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Robert J. Van Campen That the City of Everett submit the question of whether to build a professional soccer stadium on lower Broadway to the voters of Everett during the City's biennial municipal election which is to be held in November of 2025. The Committee on Legislative Affairs met before this meeting, recommended amending this from a resolution to an order, and recommended favorable action. Councilor Van Campen, the sponsor, stated his intention is not to defeat the stadium proposal but to ensure greater community engagement on a potentially transformative project. He sees a non-binding ballot question as a way to gauge public sentiment, even if many details are still unknown. Councilor Smith requested time to prepare an informational packet for voters on what a non-binding question means, the implications of removing the parcel from the DPA, and the community impacts. Other councilors agreed more voter education would be beneficial before placing this on the ballot. Motion to accept committee report and grant further time in committee passed. 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.

15. €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 The Committee met before this meeting. They have no issues with the appointment but are waiting for guidance from the State Ethics Commission on serving on multiple municipal boards before proceeding with a vote. Motion to accept committee report and postpone to August 11 meeting. MOTION: Postpone HEME Nas! Vel CemnifESIn 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.

16. C0223-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting the confirmation on the appointment of John Russolillo, to the position of Director of Human Resources for a one (1) year term ending June 4, 2026 The Committee met before this meeting and granted further time in committee. They are requesting the mayor's Chief of Staff provide information on how many people applied for the HR Director position and details on the recruitment process before voting on the appointment. Motion to accept committee report and grant further time in committe. 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.

18. C0201-25 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President A petition from National Grid requesting permission to relocate JO pole #2817-0 on Garland Street approximately 25 feet to the northwest to provide additional entrance clearance to CHA Everett Hospital at 103 Garland Street om This item was postponed from the previous meeting. A resident spoke at that meeting stating they would be directly impacted. The city engineer looked at the location and the Council spoke to residents. Councilor Van Campen reported that residents are concerned moving the pole will create parking issues on Garland Street. Councilor Matewsky suggested postponing the item until the August 11 meeting so the National Grid representative can address the concerns and explain what has been done to alleviate any problems, noting poles must be placed correctly and not negatively impact residents. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Robert Van Campen 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.

19. C0221-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the HR director provide information on the teachers' ability to choose their health insurance plan and use funds from the health insurance funds that they contribute to offset rising costs MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) 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.

20. C0233-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Katy L. Rogers Resolution to request Senator DiDomenico and State Representative Joe McGonagle attend a city council meeting to explain the bottle bill which could address litter caused by nips at a statewide level MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Robert Van Campen 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.

23. C0238-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, Councilor Holly D. Garcia, Councilor Robert J. Van Campen An order recommending the acceptance of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 59, Section 50.- Good Landlord Tax Exemption In 2023, a new state law became available allowing municipalities to provide a property tax exemption to landlords who rent units below market rate. Accepting this item would be the first step for Everett to opt in. Details like the exemption amount, income limits, rent limits, residency requirements, etc. would be determined later. Councilor Jabouin was added as a co-sponsor. Motion to refer to Committee on Legislative Affairs as amende. 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.

Adjourned at 9:00 PM MOTION: Adjourn MOVER: Robert Van Campen 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.