November 24, 2025

1. 00357-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting approval of the adoption of a Minimum Residential Factor of O.XXXXXX in setting the city's FY 2026 Tax Rates. City Clerk Sergio Cornelio explained that the DOR has not yet certified the city's tax rate number. He requested that the Council open the public hearing and keep it open, postponing it to the December 8th meeting at 6:00 PM so the public can speak then. The public hearing was opened and postponed to the next meeting on the 8". MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Robert Van Campen 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.

3. ©0362-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Elizavette Cordero, to the Food Policy Council for a term of three (3) years, expiring November 30, 2028 This order, along with item 4, was taken collectively. Councilor Smith asked if these are paid positions. It was confirmed the Food Policy Council position pays $1500. Motion was made and seconded to refer both items to the Committee on Legislative Affairs and Elections. MOTION: Refer 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.

4. C0363-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the re- appointment of Kristina Nies, to the Food Policy Council for a term of three (3) years, expiring November 30, 2028 MOTION: Refer 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.

§. ©0364-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting approval to accept and expend a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation in the amount of $100,000 to be used for watering trees Councilor Matewsky questioned if the city waters trees now, where the trees are located, and expressed it's a lot of money to water trees. He asked for more information on where the $100,000 is going. Motion was made and seconded to refer the item to the Committee on Ways and Means to get more details. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Wayne Matewsky 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.

6. C0365-25 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, as President An order requesting the approval of additional amount of $455,000.00 be appropriated by borrowing for the Everett Police station roof improvement project Councilor Marchese questioned why money is being borrowed for this instead of using free cash or ARPA funds like for the high school roof. Councilor Pietrantonio stated the ZBA makes the rules and questioned how the council can dictate parking requirements as the city owns the property but will no longer own it once sold. It was suggested questions could be answered when the item is discussed at the postponed second meeting in December. Motion was made and seconded to refer the item to the Committee on Ways and Means and invite the procurement officer, police department representative, and facilities director to appear. MOTION: Refer 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.

14. C0244-25 Resolution/s/ Councilors Wayne A. Matewsky & Stephanie V. Smith That the city provide an update in regards to the vacant lot on Summer Street As cosponsor, Councilor Matewsky consulted with Councilor Smith and neither had any update on what will happen with this substantial but awkward sloped vacant property. The neighborhood deserves to know plans, especially regarding adequate parking for any potential building. Councilor Smith noted this has been on the table since August with no update from the administration, expressing disappointment. Councilor Pietrantonio questioned how the council can force a developer to have adequate parking when the ZBA makes the rules. Councilor Matewsky stated his understanding is the city owns the property and can make parking decisions as the owner before selling to a developer, Motion was made and seconded to postpone to the second December meeting for an explanation. MOTION: Postpone 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.

15. C0262-25 Resolution/s/ Councitor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Guerline Alcy Jabouin That the administration provide a status on the Business ARPA grant application decisions and information on the committee Councilor Alcy Jabouin expressed frustration that the administration is not showing up fo answer questions and provide information needed for councilors to do their jobs and respond to constituents. Councilor Pietrantonio said a constituent who applied in 2021 still can't get information on where the money went. He feels the council probably won't get answers until the administration changes. Councilor Smith said it's unacceptable as she gets calls every day from small businesses trying to pay rent with this promised money. She suggested holding up every piece of business the administration is asking for until small businesses get their money. Motion was made and seconded to request an answer from the city treasurer and CFO by close of business tomorrow on the status of cutting the approved checks. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Guerline Alcy Jabouin 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. C0263-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins That the administration provide information on the process to ensure ARPA funds distributed to local organizations are being properly advertised and distributed in accordance with each application and intent The clerk read a response from the administration stating they previously provided information confirming organizations receiving ARPA funds are required to participate in quarterly compliance meetings, no other questions have been received from councilors, and to feel free to share any questions the council has. Councilor Alcy Jabouin said she sent an email asking for information that she did not receive, just questions being avoided. She expressed continued frustration that the administration is not providing information for the council to do their job and respond to constituents. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Guerline Alcy Jabouin SECONDER: Stephanie Smith RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

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

17. C0305-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That the administration and the traffic commission provide answers to the attached lists of questions in regards to the newly installed speed bumps Councilor Smith stated Sergeant Gaff said he was working on providing answers to her questions but no response was in the clerk's packet. She added a new question regarding if holes are being filled in when the speed bumps are removed so water does not seep through causing ice and cracking/expansion of the streets. She wants to know install and removal costs, how many people worked on it, and hole filling plans. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith SECONDER: Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:

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

18. C0328-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, Councilor Holly Garcia That the administration provides an update for when the overflow trash day this year will be, as discussed during budget hearings Anticipating no update, Councilor Smith made a motion, seconded by Councilor Garcia, to refer this to the next meeting as the holidays are approaching. She wants an actual overflow trash day as promised by the mayor and administration for budget savings, not just an extra bag day. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Smith 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.

MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Smith 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.

20. €0355-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Anthony DiPierro A resolution requesting the City Council to investigate the feasibility of increasing the residential tax exemption from 25% to a percentage between 26 - 35% per MGL in the future Councilor DiPierro said with the state now allowing the residential tax exemption to go up to 35%, he thought of looking into this but doesn't think it's prudent to do this year without understanding implications and benefits of shifting the tax burden from owner- occupied to non owner-occupied residential properties. He spoke with the Mayor- elect and both agree it should be looked into more before moving forward with it. Motion was made and seconded to refer this to the new administration. MOTION: Refer 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.

21. C0356-25 Resolution/s/ Councilor Katy L. Rogers, Councilor Stephanie Martins, & the Entire City Council A resolution recommending a temporary pause on the processing and approval of data center facilities Councilor Rogers said planning board members noticed unidentified data centers in plans for the Davis Company's proposal, which is the largest scale project ever seen in Everett. With many components like battery storage, data centers, animal testing, etc., she feels it's important to thoroughly understand benefits and consequences before introducing a new industry. Under the transition circumstances, she doesn't want something like a data center rushed before the planning board or ZBA until the new Mayor-elect and council fully understand it, as there are potential concerns like noise, water usage, and power usage seen in other communities. Her recommendation is to send a resolution requesting a temporary pause on approving anything labeled a data center to the planning board and ZBA until the Mayor-elect and council have time to discuss the vision. A motion was made and seconded to amend the resolution to add the entire city council. This then required a motion and roll call vote to suspend Rule 18 to refer the resolution. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Katy Rogers 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.

Meeting adjourned at 7:47 PM MOTION: Adjourn MOVER: Wayne Matewsky 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.