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February 26, 2026
23 recorded votes, 19 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The Members Present list does not include Michael Marchese and Guerline Alcy Jabouin, who are counted absent.
Present: Anthony DiPierro, Stephanie Martins, Wayne A. Matewsky, Vivian Nguyen, Stephanie Smith, Holly Garcia, Peter Pietrantonio, Katy Rogers, Michele Capone
Absent: Michael Marchese, Guerline Alcy Jabouin
Every vote, in order
Public Hearings
Postpone — A petition from National Grid requesting permission to install 3PH underground primary in concrete encased duct from pole #3438 to a new pad-mounted transformer located on the property...
1. C0050-26 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President A petition from National Grid requesting permission to install 3PH underground primary in concrete encased duct from pole #3438 to a new pad-mounted transformer located on the property at 530 Second Street Motion to open public hearing and keep public hearing open until next meeting when the petitioner will be in attendance. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Anthony DiPierro 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
“1. C0050-26 Public Hearing/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President A petition from National Grid requesting permission to install 3PH underground primary in concrete encased duct from pole #3438 to a new pad-mounted transformer located on the property at 530 Second Street Motion to open public hearing and keep public hearing open until next meeting when the petitioner will be in attendance. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: | Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Holly Garcia)
Communications from His Honor the Mayor
Refer — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Christopher Snook to the Everett Housing Authority Board as a Labor Representative for a term of two (2) years, beginning...
2. C0052-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Christopher Snook to the Everett Housing Authority Board as a Labor Representative for a term of two (2) years, beginning March 1, 2026 Items 2 and 3 were taken collectively and both were referred to the Committee on Legislative Affairs. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Holly Garcia 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
“2. C0052-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Christopher Snook to the Everett Housing Authority Board as a Labor Representative for a term of two (2) years, beginning March 1, 2026 Items 2 and 3 were taken collectively and both were referred to the Committee on Legislative Affairs. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Holly Garcia SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Holly Garcia, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Committee Reports
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to appropriate by borrowing the amount of $1,234,108.00 for the Fuller Street Park renovation project Councilor DiPierro spoke in favor of...
4. C0029-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate by borrowing the amount of $1,234,108.00 for the Fuller Street Park renovation project Councilor DiPierro spoke in favor of the project, noting that many children and families in North Everett have been waiting for this playground to be completed. | Motion for favorable action and to accept committee report for Fuller Street Park renovation borrowing MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: | Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Matewsky, Nguyen, Pietrantonio, Rogers, AYES: : Smith NAYS: AWAY: Martins
Yes: Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Matewsky, Nguyen, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithThe minutes list Stephanie Martins as “away” for this vote.
From the minutes
“4. C0029-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting approval to appropriate by borrowing the amount of $1,234,108.00 for the Fuller Street Park renovation project Councilor DiPierro spoke in favor of the project, noting that many children and families in North Everett have been waiting for this playground to be completed. | Motion for favorable action and to accept committee report for Fuller Street Park renovation borrowing MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: | Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [8 TO 0] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Matewsky, Nguyen, Pietrantonio, Rogers, AYES: : Smith NAYS: AWAY: Martins.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Holly Garcia)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval of an intra departmental transfer in the amount of $85,000 from the Public Health Department's professional services account to the salaries...
6. C0032-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting approval of an intra departmental transfer in the amount of $85,000 from the Public Health Department's professional services account to the salaries account, to cover overtime expenses | Motion for favorable action and to accept committee report for $85,000 transfer. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Holly Garcia SECONDER: _ Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Pietrantonio, AYES: . Rogers, Smith NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“6. C0032-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting approval of an intra departmental transfer in the amount of $85,000 from the Public Health Department's professional services account to the salaries account, to cover overtime expenses | Motion for favorable action and to accept committee report for $85,000 transfer. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Holly Garcia SECONDER: _ Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Pietrantonio, AYES: . Rogers, Smith NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Holly Garcia, second: Stephanie Martins)
Favorable Action — Order: An order to accept and expend an EmPower grant from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center in the amount of $50,000.00 to support preliminary design work for the Connolly...
7. C0035-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order to accept and expend an EmPower grant from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center in the amount of $50,000.00 to support preliminary design work for the Connolly Center Reconstruction project moved for favorable action and to accept the committee report MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Katy Rogers SECONDER: | Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Pietrantonio, AYES: ; Rogers, Smith NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“7. C0035-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order to accept and expend an EmPower grant from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center in the amount of $50,000.00 to support preliminary design work for the Connolly Center Reconstruction project moved for favorable action and to accept the committee report MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Katy Rogers SECONDER: | Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Pietrantonio, AYES: ; Rogers, Smith NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Katy Rogers, second: Holly Garcia)
Favorable Action — Order: An order to accept and expend the FY2026 Radio grant from the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services in the amount of $50,000.00 to support an upgrade of fire...
8. C0036-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order to accept and expend the FY2026 Radio grant from the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services in the amount of $50,000.00 to support an upgrade of fire department's communications equipment Motion for favorable action and to accept committee report for FY2026 Radio grant. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Holly Garcia SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Pietrantonio, AYES: ; Rogers, Smith NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“8. C0036-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order to accept and expend the FY2026 Radio grant from the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services in the amount of $50,000.00 to support an upgrade of fire department's communications equipment Motion for favorable action and to accept committee report for FY2026 Radio grant. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Holly Garcia SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Pietrantonio, AYES: ; Rogers, Smith NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Holly Garcia, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting approval to re-purpose a total of $1,028,317.30 in remaining balances (cost savings) from various completed Everett Public Schools capital improvement...
9. C0046-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting approval to re-purpose a total of $1,028,317.30 in remaining balances (cost savings) from various completed Everett Public Schools capital improvement projects as attached The motion passed. Rob Moreschi, Director of Facilities for Everett Public Schools, and Chris Barrett, Assistant Superintendent of Finance, appeared before the Council and asnwered questions. Mr. Moreschi explained that many projects from FY25 are being planned for April vacation and summertime. Mr. Barrett emphasized that Superintendent Hart wants to allow flexibility that prior administrations did not, so money can be spent effectively and immediately across the district for roof repairs, floors, and other needs, ensuring every dollar gets to the classroom. Motion for favorable action and to accept committee report for repurposing $1,028,317.30 in school capital improvement funds. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: _ Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [8 TO 1] . DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Pietrantonio, Rogers, AYES: . Smith NAYS: Capone AWAY:
Yes: DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithNo: Capone
From the minutes
“9. C0046-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting approval to re-purpose a total of $1,028,317.30 in remaining balances (cost savings) from various completed Everett Public Schools capital improvement projects as attached The motion passed. Rob Moreschi, Director of Facilities for Everett Public Schools, and Chris Barrett, Assistant Superintendent of Finance, appeared before the Council and asnwered questions. Mr. Moreschi explained that many projects from FY25 are being planned for April vacation and summertime. Mr. Barrett emphasized that Superintendent Hart wants to allow flexibility that prior administrations did not, so money can be spent effectively and immediately across the district for roof repairs, floors, and other needs, ensuring every dollar gets to the classroom. Motion for favorable action and to accept committee report for repurposing $1,028,317.30 in school capital improvement funds. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: _ Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [8 TO 1] . DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Pietrantonio, Rogers, AYES: . Smith NAYS: Capone AWAY:.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Holly Garcia)
Refer Back to Sponsor(s) — Resolution: That the Addiction Recovery Resource Specialist Paul Guarino from the Everett Fire Department Roadmap to Recovery appears at our next Government Operations,...
10. C0028-26 Resolution/s/ Councilor Holly D. Garcia That the Addiction Recovery Resource Specialist Paul Guarino from the Everett Fire Department Roadmap to Recovery appears at our next Government Operations, Public Service, & Public Safety committee meeting to discuss the 2025 data for calls and placements Motion to accept committee report and place on file. MOTION: Refer Back to Sponsor(s) MOVER: Holly Garcia 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
“10. C0028-26 Resolution/s/ Councilor Holly D. Garcia That the Addiction Recovery Resource Specialist Paul Guarino from the Everett Fire Department Roadmap to Recovery appears at our next Government Operations, Public Service, & Public Safety committee meeting to discuss the 2025 data for calls and placements Motion to accept committee report and place on file. 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)
Refer — Resolution: That the Director of Inspectional Services appear at the next Government Operations, Public Service & Public Safety committee meeting to answer questions about the most recent...
11. C0037-26 Resolution/s/ Councilor Peter Pietrantonio That the Director of Inspectional Services appear at the next Government Operations, Public Service & Public Safety committee meeting to answer questions about the most recent snow storm. Granted further time in committee. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Anthony DiPierro 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
“11. C0037-26 Resolution/s/ Councilor Peter Pietrantonio That the Director of Inspectional Services appear at the next Government Operations, Public Service & Public Safety committee meeting to answer questions about the most recent snow storm. Granted further time in committee. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Katy Rogers RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Katy Rogers)
Favorable Action — Resolution: That the Director of Inspectional Services appear at the next Government Operations, Public Service & Public Safety committee meeting to answer questions about the...
12. CQ006-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order amending the City Council Rules to simplify and clarify the determination of seniority for City Council members MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro ISECONDER: Katy Rogers RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Pietrantonio, AYES: . Rogers, Smith NAYS: AWAY:
From the minutes
“12. CQ006-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order amending the City Council Rules to simplify and clarify the determination of seniority for City Council members MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Anthony DiPierro ISECONDER: Katy Rogers RESULT: Passed [9 TO 0] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Nguyen, Pietrantonio, AYES: . Rogers, Smith NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Katy Rogers)
Postpone — Ordinance: An ordinance proposing amendments to the city's fire prevention and protection regulations
13. C0026-26 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith An ordinance proposing amendments to the city's fire prevention and protection regulations 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.
From the minutes
“13. C0026-26 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith An ordinance proposing amendments to the city's fire prevention and protection regulations MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Anthony DiPierro SECONDER: Stephanie Martins RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Anthony DiPierro, second: Stephanie Martins)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Thawanna Pessoa to the Planning Board for a term of three (3) years, expiring February 23,2029 Councilor...
14. C0039-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Thawanna Pessoa to the Planning Board for a term of three (3) years, expiring February 23,2029 Councilor Martins suggested adding items 14, 15, 16, 18, and 20 as appointments that have been through committee and do not require administrative code amendments. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [8 TO 1] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, AYES: : Smith NAYS: Nguyen AWAY:
Yes: Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithNo: Nguyen
From the minutes
“14. C0039-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Thawanna Pessoa to the Planning Board for a term of three (3) years, expiring February 23,2029 Councilor Martins suggested adding items 14, 15, 16, 18, and 20 as appointments that have been through committee and do not require administrative code amendments. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [8 TO 1] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, AYES: : Smith NAYS: Nguyen AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of David Ela to the Everett Housing Authority Board for a term of four (4) years, beginning March 1, 2026
15. C0040-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of David Ela to the Everett Housing Authority Board for a term of four (4) years, beginning March 1, 2026 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [8 TO 1] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, AYES: Smith NAYS: Nguyen AWAY:
Yes: Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithNo: Nguyen
From the minutes
“15. C0040-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of David Ela to the Everett Housing Authority Board for a term of four (4) years, beginning March 1, 2026 MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [8 TO 1] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, AYES: Smith NAYS: Nguyen AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Ellen Collins to the position of Director of Human Resources for the City of Everett
16. C0041-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Ellen Collins to the position of Director of Human Resources for the City of Everett MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [8 TO 1] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, AYES: Smith NAYS: Nguyen AWAY:
Yes: Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithNo: Nguyen
From the minutes
“16. C0041-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Ellen Collins to the position of Director of Human Resources for the City of Everett MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [8 TO 1] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, AYES: Smith NAYS: Nguyen AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Postpone — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Monica R. Lamboy to the position of Chief Development Officer for the City of Everett Items 17, 19, 21 and 22 were all...
17. C0042-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Monica R. Lamboy to the position of Chief Development Officer for the City of Everett Items 17, 19, 21 and 22 were all postponed until the Council can hold a public hearing for the Administrative Code changes that will affect thee appointments and Admin changes. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Katy Rogers 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. C0042-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Monica R. Lamboy to the position of Chief Development Officer for the City of Everett Items 17, 19, 21 and 22 were all postponed until the Council can hold a public hearing for the Administrative Code changes that will affect thee appointments and Admin changes. MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Katy Rogers SECONDER: _ Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Katy Rogers, second: Holly Garcia)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Jaclyn Munson to the position of City Solicitor for the City of Everett
18. C0043-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Jaclyn Munson to the position of City Solicitor for the City of Everett MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [8 TO 1] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, AYES: Smith NAYS: Nguyen AWAY:
Yes: Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithNo: Nguyen
From the minutes
“18. C0043-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Jaclyn Munson to the position of City Solicitor for the City of Everett MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [8 TO 1] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, AYES: Smith NAYS: Nguyen AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Postpone — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Omar Boukili to the position of Chief Administrative and Financial Officer for the City of Everett
19. C0044-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Omar Boukili to the position of Chief Administrative and Financial Officer for the City of Everett MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Katy Rogers 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
“19. C0044-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Omar Boukili to the position of Chief Administrative and Financial Officer for the City of Everett MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Katy Rogers SECONDER: _ Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Katy Rogers, second: Holly Garcia)
Favorable Action — Order: An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Robert Knox, Jr. to serve as Executive Director of City Services for the City of Everett
20. C0045-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Robert Knox, Jr. to serve as Executive Director of City Services for the City of Everett MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [8 TO 1] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, AYES: Smith NAYS: Nguyen AWAY:
Yes: Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, SmithNo: Nguyen
From the minutes
“20. C0045-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order requesting the confirmation of the appointment of Robert Knox, Jr. to serve as Executive Director of City Services for the City of Everett MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [8 TO 1] . Capone, DiPierro, Garcia, Martins, Matewsky, Pietrantonio, Rogers, AYES: Smith NAYS: Nguyen AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Postpone — Order: An order proposing to amend the city's Administrative Code to establish a Department of Strategic Planning and Community Development and the position of Chief Development Officer
21. C0048-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order proposing to amend the city's Administrative Code to establish a Department of Strategic Planning and Community Development and the position of Chief Development Officer MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins 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
“21. C0048-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order proposing to amend the city's Administrative Code to establish a Department of Strategic Planning and Community Development and the position of Chief Development Officer MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Anthony DiPierro)
Postpone — Order: An order proposing to amend the city's Administrative Code to establish a Department of Administrative and Financial Services and the position of Chief Administrative and...
22. C0049-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order proposing to amend the city's Administrative Code to establish a Department of Administrative and Financial Services and the position of Chief Administrative and Financial Officer MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins 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
“22. C0049-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order proposing to amend the city's Administrative Code to establish a Department of Administrative and Financial Services and the position of Chief Administrative and Financial Officer MOTION: Postpone MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: Anthony DiPierro RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Anthony DiPierro)
New Business
Refer — Order: An order amending the City Council Rules to update the public participation rules for City Council meetings Councilor Rogers provided context, explaining that the council rules are...
23. C0051-26 Order/s/ Councilor Katy L. Rogers An order amending the City Council Rules to update the public participation rules for City Council meetings Councilor Rogers provided context, explaining that the council rules are inconsistent across forms of government. The school committee has a three-minute rule where people can use their time for either agenda or non-agenda items with freedom of speech. The council have separate agenda and non-agenda lists at two minutes each, which causes confusion and extends meetings because depending on who is presiding, non-agenda items may wait until the end. Councilor Rogers recommended having one three-minute list consistent with the school committee, where people can address agenda or non-agenda items. Item was referred to the Legislative Affairs committee for review. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Katy Rogers 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
“23. C0051-26 Order/s/ Councilor Katy L. Rogers An order amending the City Council Rules to update the public participation rules for City Council meetings Councilor Rogers provided context, explaining that the council rules are inconsistent across forms of government. The school committee has a three-minute rule where people can use their time for either agenda or non-agenda items with freedom of speech. The council have separate agenda and non-agenda lists at two minutes each, which causes confusion and extends meetings because depending on who is presiding, non-agenda items may wait until the end. Councilor Rogers recommended having one three-minute list consistent with the school committee, where people can address agenda or non-agenda items. Item was referred to the Legislative Affairs committee for review. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Katy Rogers SECONDER: _ Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Katy Rogers, second: Holly Garcia)
Refer — Resolution: That a representative from the DPW appear at the next Government Operations committee meeting to answer questions for transparency regarding snow removal planning and strategy...
24. C0055-26 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That a representative from the DPW appear at the next Government Operations committee meeting to answer questions for transparency regarding snow removal planning and strategy during snowstorms and post storm street clean up Motion to refer to Government Operations committe. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Holly Garcia 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.
From the minutes
“24. C0055-26 Resolution/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Stephanie V. Smith That a representative from the DPW appear at the next Government Operations committee meeting to answer questions for transparency regarding snow removal planning and strategy during snowstorms and post storm street clean up Motion to refer to Government Operations committe. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Holly Garcia SECONDER: Peter Pietrantonio RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Holly Garcia, second: Peter Pietrantonio)
Refer — Ordinance: An ordinance promoting fair labor standards and preventing wage theft in the City of Everett
25. C0056-26 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Vivian Nguyen, Councilor Wayne Matewsky, Councilor Katy Rogers, Councilor Anthony DiPierro, Councilor Holly Garcia An ordinance promoting fair labor standards and preventing wage theft in the City of Everett. Motion to amend to add cosponsors refer to Committee on Legislative Affairs as amended. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins 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
“25. C0056-26 Ordinance/s/ Councilor Stephanie Martins, Councilor Vivian Nguyen, Councilor Wayne Matewsky, Councilor Katy Rogers, Councilor Anthony DiPierro, Councilor Holly Garcia An ordinance promoting fair labor standards and preventing wage theft in the City of Everett. Motion to amend to add cosponsors refer to Committee on Legislative Affairs as amended. MOTION: Refer MOVER: Stephanie Martins SECONDER: _ Holly Garcia RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Stephanie Martins, second: Holly Garcia)
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