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March 20, 2018
39 recorded votes, 28 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Mayor William Samaras presiding.
Present: William Samaras, Vesna Nuon, Karen Cirillo, David Conway, Rodney M. Elliott, Edward Kennedy, John J. Leahy, Rita Mercier, James Milinazzo
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
ROLL CALL
Interviews for position be conducted on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 beginning at 5:00 PM
Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Conway that interviews for position be conducted on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 beginning at 5:00 PM. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 8 yeas, 1 nay (C. Mercier). So voted.
Yes: Cirillo, Conway, Elliott, Kennedy, Leahy, Milinazzo, Nuon, SamarasNo: MercierThe roll call names the no votes and gives 8 yeas, which matches the other councilors present; they are shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Conway that interviews for position be conducted on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 beginning at 5:00 PM. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 8 yeas, 1 nay (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Conway)
Selection of the City Manager be placed on regular Council agenda for March 27, 2018 under Mayor’s Business
Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Cirillo that selection of the City Manager be placed on regular Council agenda for March 27, 2018 under Mayor’s Business. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Cirillo that selection of the City Manager be placed on regular Council agenda for March 27, 2018 under Mayor’s Business. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Cirillo)
Appoint City Clerk, Michael Geary, as interim City Manager at the end of current Manager’s term until newly appointed manager enters office
Motion by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo to appoint City Clerk, Michael Geary, as interim City Manager at the end of current Manager’s term until newly appointed manager enters office. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo to appoint City Clerk, Michael Geary, as interim City Manager at the end of current Manager’s term until newly appointed manager enters office. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)
Minutes Of Neighborhoods SC March 6th; City Council Meeting March 6th, For Acceptance
Accept and place on file: Minutes Of Neighborhoods SC March 6th; City Council Meeting March 6th, For Acceptance
In City Council, minutes read, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, minutes read, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Mercier)
Communication - "FY17 Audit"
Accept and place on file: Communication - "FY17 Audit"
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Kennedy. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Kennedy. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Kennedy)
Refer to the Finance SC by C: Communication - "FY17 Audit"
Motion to refer matter to Finance SC by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer matter to Finance SC by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Nuon)
Informational - "FY17 Schedule A"
Accept and place on file: Informational - "FY17 Schedule A"
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Colonial Gas d/b/a National Grid request license for storage of flammables (19,600 gals. 50/50 water/glycol Cl....
Adopt: Colonial Gas d/b/a National Grid request license for storage of flammables (19,600 gals. 50/50 water/glycol Cl. IIIB; AST) at 333 School Street
Motion to adopt C. Nuon, seconded by C. Elliott. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt C. Nuon, seconded by C. Elliott. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott)
Misc. - CH LH CrossPoint Owners, LLC request license for additional storage of flammables (7,500 gals. AST Fuel Oil...
Adopt: Misc. - CH LH CrossPoint Owners, LLC request license for additional storage of flammables (7,500 gals. AST Fuel Oil #2/Diesel II) at 900...
Motion to adopt C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon)
Ordinance-Create one new grant position Resource Room Navigator and establish salary in the Career Center of Lowell
Adopt: Ordinance-Create one new grant position Resource Room Navigator and establish salary in the Career Center of Lowell
Motion to adopt C. Mercier, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt C. Mercier, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo)
Ordinance-Create one Systems and Project Specialist position and establish salary in the Police Dept
Adopt: Ordinance-Create one Systems and Project Specialist position and establish salary in the Police Dept
Motion to adopt C. Elliott, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt C. Elliott, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier)
National Grid - Request installation of heavy duty handhole and electric conduit in front of 43 Market Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of heavy duty handhole and electric conduit in front of 43 Market Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Nuon)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)
Request Law Department and Inspectional Services provide a report regarding costs associated with establishing receivership program which is...
Motion by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo to request Law Department and Inspectional Services provide a report regarding costs associated with establishing receivership program which is similar to that of the Attorney General. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo to request Law Department and Inspectional Services provide a report regarding costs associated with establishing receivership program which is similar to that of the Attorney General. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)
Take Item #6.4 out of order
C. Cirillo noted the need for a comprehensive approach to identify properties for the program. Mr. Slagle outlined procedure to identify properties. C. Elliott noted the need for resources for receivership program as well as for enforcement of policies. Solicitor O’Connor noted costs would be present to establish a program. C. Milinazzo noted that the LDFC could be a good partner for this process. C. Leahy questioned permitting process regarding property on Clark Road. C. Milinazzo noted the property condition and the length of time it has been is such a state. C. Kennedy noted the property has been in disrepair for too long a period of time. B) Policy for Take Home Vehicles – C. Nuon noted the report was helpful as it outlined all uses. Supt. Taylor and Chief Winward outlined the vehicle uses for each of their departments. C. Conway commented on use of vehicle for canine officers. C. Kennedy requested Item #6.4 be taken out of order. So voted
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From the minutes
“C. Cirillo noted the need for a comprehensive approach to identify properties for the program. Mr. Slagle outlined procedure to identify properties. C. Elliott noted the need for resources for receivership program as well as for enforcement of policies. Solicitor O’Connor noted costs would be present to establish a program. C. Milinazzo noted that the LDFC could be a good partner for this process. C. Leahy questioned permitting process regarding property on Clark Road. C. Milinazzo noted the property condition and the length of time it has been is such a state. C. Kennedy noted the property has been in disrepair for too long a period of time. B) Policy for Take Home Vehicles – C. Nuon noted the report was helpful as it outlined all uses. Supt. Taylor and Chief Winward outlined the vehicle uses for each of their departments. C. Conway commented on use of vehicle for canine officers. C. Kennedy requested Item #6.4 be taken out of order. So voted.”
Communication - City
Adopt: Communication - City
In City Council, read, Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, read, Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Nuon)
Presentation - Lowell National Historic Park (Laurel Racine, Chief Cultural Resources) - Branding Lowell Exhibit
Accept and place on file: Presentation - Lowell National Historic Park (Laurel Racine, Chief Cultural Resources) - Branding Lowell Exhibit
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)
Vote-Authorize City
Adopt: Vote-Authorize City
In City Council, Read twice, full reading waived with no objections, Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Read twice, full reading waived with no objections, Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Nuon)
Vote-Appprove the exemption of Brady Finn from MGL c. 268A, s.20
Adopt: Vote-Appprove the exemption of Brady Finn from MGL c. 268A, s.20
In City Council, Read twice, full reading waived with no objections, Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Milinazzo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Read twice, full reading waived with no objections, Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Milinazzo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Milinazzo)
Vote-Auth CM Ex. License Agreement with United Dental Inc for overhanging sign at 131 Merrimack Street
Adopt: Vote-Auth CM Ex. License Agreement with United Dental Inc for overhanging sign at 131 Merrimack Street
In City Council, Read twice, full reading waived with no objections, Motion to adopt by C. Conway, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Read twice, full reading waived with no objections, Motion to adopt by C. Conway, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Cirillo)
Vote-Transfer 163,510.00 to cover FY18 Fire Dept
Adopt: Vote-Transfer 163,510.00 to cover FY18 Fire Dept
In City Council, Read twice, full reading waived with no objections, Motion to adopt by C. Conway, seconded by C. Elliott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Read twice, full reading waived with no objections, Motion to adopt by C. Conway, seconded by C. Elliott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Elliott)
Ordinance-Create new position and salary Lowell Community Opioid Outreach Program (Co-op) Supervisor in the HHS Dept
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance-Create new position and salary Lowell Community Opioid Outreach Program (Co-op) Supervisor in the HHS Dept
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on April 3, 2018 at 7 PM by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on April 3, 2018 at 7 PM by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Nuon)
Ordinance-Amend c.266 re Parking rates and fines
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance-Amend c.266 re Parking rates and fines
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on April 3, 2018 at 7 PM by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Milinazzo. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on April 3, 2018 at 7 PM by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Milinazzo. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Milinazzo)
Arts and Culture SC March 20, 2018
Accept the report: Arts and Culture SC March 20, 2018
Motion to accept the report as a report of progress by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Kennedy. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to accept the report as a report of progress by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Kennedy. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Kennedy)
Claim - (2) Property Damage
Refer to Law Department: Claim - (2) Property Damage
In Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Kennedy. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Kennedy. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Kennedy)
Misc. - Broadway Street Holdings, Inc. request license for storage of flammables (2,000 gals. Ultra-Low Sulfur...
Send to a public hearing: Misc. - Broadway Street Holdings, Inc. request license for storage of flammables (2,000 gals. Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel...
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on April 3, 2018 at 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Kennedy. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on April 3, 2018 at 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Kennedy. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Kennedy)
Misc. - Vijoy Abraham on behalf of Shannon Stallworth request installation of (1) handicap parking sign at 33 Read...
Refer to Traffic Engineer: Misc. - Vijoy Abraham on behalf of Shannon Stallworth request installation of (1) handicap parking sign at 33 Read Street
In Council, Motion to refer to Traffic Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In Council, Motion to refer to Traffic Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Request: Arts and Culture SC work in conjunction with the cultural commission to promote public art in and around...
Refer to the Arts: Request: Arts and Culture SC work in conjunction with the cultural commission to promote public art in and around the City
In City Council, seconded by C. Kennedy, referred to Arts and Culture SC. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Kennedy, referred to Arts and Culture SC. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Kennedy)
Ask the City Manager to provide a report regarding rejuvenation of the Tour de Lowell; report to include information...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide a report regarding rejuvenation of the Tour de Lowell; report to include information...
In City Council, seconded by C. Kennedy, referred to City Manager. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Kennedy, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Kennedy)
Ask the City Manager to provide a report regarding spring tree and flower plantings in the City; report to include...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide a report regarding spring tree and flower plantings in the City; report to include...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to provide an update report regarding National Grid’s gas pipeline project for a new 12 inch...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide an update report regarding National Grid’s gas pipeline project for a new 12 inch line...
In City Council, seconded by C. Kennedy, referred to City Manager. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Kennedy, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Kennedy)
Ask the City Manager to have proper City officials make a presentation to the Substance Abuse SC relative to steps...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have proper City officials make a presentation to the Substance Abuse SC relative to steps...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to have Law Dept. provide a report regarding when the names of applicants for positions in the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have Law Dept. provide a report regarding when the names of applicants for positions in the...
In City Council, seconded by C. Elliott, referred to City Manager. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Elliott, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Elliott)
Ask the City Manager to explore feasibility of providing 15 minute parking space at 56 Branch Street
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to explore feasibility of providing 15 minute parking space at 56 Branch Street
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to explore feasibility of providing a loading zone parking space located at 32 Branch Street
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to explore feasibility of providing a loading zone parking space located at 32 Branch Street
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Nuon)
Request: Zoning SC consider amending the current parking regulations for boarding homes and make recommendation to...
Refer to Zoning SC: Request: Zoning SC consider amending the current parking regulations for boarding homes and make recommendation to City Council
In City Council, seconded by C. Cirillo, referred to Zoning SC. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Cirillo, referred to Zoning SC. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)
Request: Zoning SC review and consider amendments to the zoning code; specifically for definitions for “boarding...
Refer to Zoning SC: Request: Zoning SC review and consider amendments to the zoning code; specifically for definitions for “boarding houses” and...
In City Council, seconded by C. Cirillo, referred to Zoning SC. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Cirillo, referred to Zoning SC. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)
Request: City Council set up a joint meeting of the Public Safety SC with the Student Services SC of the School...
Refer to Public Safety SC: Request: City Council set up a joint meeting of the Public Safety SC with the Student Services SC of the School...
In City Council, seconded by C. Cirillo, referred to Public Safety SC. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Cirillo, referred to Public Safety SC. So voted..” (Motion: Samaras, second: Cirillo)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Mercier)
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