MassVoter.com← Lowell City CouncilLowell City Council · 2018–2019 Council · Regular meeting
May 22, 2018
27 recorded votes, 24 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
Minutes of Finance SC Joint with School Committee Finance SC May 14th; Environmental & Flood Issues SC May 15th...
Accept and place on file: Minutes of Finance SC Joint with School Committee Finance SC May 14th; Environmental & Flood Issues SC May 15th; City...
In City Council, minutes read, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Elliott. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, minutes read, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Elliott. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Elliott)
National Grid - Req. permission to install 1,720 feet of new gas main from 1852 Middlesex Street to Chelmsford town line
Continue the hearing: National Grid - Req. permission to install 1,720 feet of new gas main from 1852 Middlesex Street to Chelmsford town line
Motion by C. Milinazzo, seconded by C. Kennedy to continue hearing to June 26, 2018 at 7 PM. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Milinazzo, seconded by C. Kennedy to continue hearing to June 26, 2018 at 7 PM. So voted..” (Motion: Milinazzo, second: Kennedy)
National Grid - Req. permission to relay existing 2,100 feet of gas main on Chelmsford Street between Howard and...
Continue the hearing: National Grid - Req. permission to relay existing 2,100 feet of gas main on Chelmsford Street between Howard and Liberty Street
Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Conway to continue hearing to June 26, 2018 at 7 PM. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Conway to continue hearing to June 26, 2018 at 7 PM. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Conway)
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.
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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)
Informational Reports
Take item. out of order
I) Distinguished Veteran of the Year – Manager Donoghue introduces Eric LaMarche and the award. Mr. LaMarche addressed the body. J) FY19 LPSD Funding Update – Manager Donoghue commented on the update noting the increase amount to assist with balancing the School Administration budget. Manager Donoghue noted use of Capital Fund and that the City is well beyond the obligation concerning Net School Spending. Conor Baldwin (CFO) commented on spending formula and how costs are covered. C. Elliott noted the effort on the part of the City to cover the School Administration short fall and the exceeding of Net School Spending. K) Proposed Rule Change re Free Speech Zone – Manager Donoghue noted motions on agenda concerning this item. C. Kennedy requested motions Item #10.2 and #10.4 be taken out of order with no objections. So voted.
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From the minutes
“I) Distinguished Veteran of the Year – Manager Donoghue introduces Eric LaMarche and the award. Mr. LaMarche addressed the body. J) FY19 LPSD Funding Update – Manager Donoghue commented on the update noting the increase amount to assist with balancing the School Administration budget. Manager Donoghue noted use of Capital Fund and that the City is well beyond the obligation concerning Net School Spending. Conor Baldwin (CFO) commented on spending formula and how costs are covered. C. Elliott noted the effort on the part of the City to cover the School Administration short fall and the exceeding of Net School Spending. K) Proposed Rule Change re Free Speech Zone – Manager Donoghue noted motions on agenda concerning this item. C. Kennedy requested motions Item #10.2 and #10.4 be taken out of order with no objections. So voted..”
Refer to Rules SC: Informational Reports
Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Mercier to refer to Rules SC. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Mercier to refer to Rules SC. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Mercier)
Communication - City
Adopt: Communication - City
In City Council, read, Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Mercier. 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. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Mercier)
Order-Dedicate intersection of Winthrop Avenue and Wilder Street Dr. L. Rodger Currie Memorial in Honor of Dr. L....
Adopt: Order-Dedicate intersection of Winthrop Avenue and Wilder Street Dr. L. Rodger Currie Memorial in Honor of Dr. L. Rodger Currie
In City Council, Read twice, full reading waived with no objections, Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Kennedy. 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. Mercier, seconded by C. Kennedy. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Kennedy)
Ordinance-Create New Chapter 199, Entitled Marijuana Licensing
Refer Public Hearing on June 26, 2018 at 7PM
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion “To refer Public Hearing on June 26, 2018 at 7PM” by C. Conway, seconded by C. Kennedy. So Voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion “To refer Public Hearing on June 26, 2018 at 7PM” by C. Conway, seconded by C. Kennedy. So Voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Kennedy)
Zoning SC May 22, 2018
Request City Manager have Law Dept., Inspectional Services and DPD develop an ordinance that will prevent Boarding Houses (Stealth Dorms) and...
C. Milinazzo noted motion made and accepted by the subcommittee as follows: “Motion by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Noun to request City Manager have Law Dept., Inspectional Services and DPD develop an ordinance that will prevent Boarding Houses (Stealth Dorms) and In-Law apartments from being allowed in single family zoning districts as well as addressing any parking issues around these developments.” Adopted per Roll Call vote, 3 yeas. So voted.
The minutes give the count (3 yeas, 0 nays) but do not name how each councilor voted, and 9 councilors are shown present. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“C. Milinazzo noted motion made and accepted by the subcommittee as follows: “Motion by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Noun to request City Manager have Law Dept., Inspectional Services and DPD develop an ordinance that will prevent Boarding Houses (Stealth Dorms) and In-Law apartments from being allowed in single family zoning districts as well as addressing any parking issues around these developments.” Adopted per Roll Call vote, 3 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Nuon)
Accept the report: Zoning SC May 22, 2018
Motion to accept the report as a report of progress by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to accept the report as a report of progress by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Cirillo)
Speedway, LLC. request license for additional storage of flammables 28,000 gals. gas UST; 12,000 Diesel II UST at...
Refer Public Hearing on June 26, 2018 at 7PM
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion “To refer Public Hearing on June 26, 2018 at 7PM” 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 Public Hearing on June 26, 2018 at 7PM” by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Milinazzo. So Voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Milinazzo)
Misc. - National Grid request permission to install (1) new pole to service new home at 16 Clarendon Street
Refer Public Hearing on June 26, 2018 at 7PM
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion “To refer Public Hearing on June 26, 2018 at 7PM” 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 Public Hearing on June 26, 2018 at 7PM” by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Nuon. So Voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Nuon)
Misc. - National Grid request permission to install handhold to service 16 Clarendon Street
Refer Public Hearing on June 26, 2018 at 7PM
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion “To refer Public Hearing on June 26, 2018 at 7PM” 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 Public Hearing on June 26, 2018 at 7PM” by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Nuon. So Voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to explore the feasibility of re-locating our police station to the site of the District Court...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to explore the feasibility of re-locating our police station to the site of the District Court...
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: Conway, second: Kennedy)
Ask the City Manager to develop a policy and/or designated area to allow citizens to exercise their 1st Amendment rights
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to develop a policy and/or designated area to allow citizens to exercise their 1st Amendment rights
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, 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. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to report on City adopting MGL property exemption for veteran volunteer program
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to report on City adopting MGL property exemption for veteran volunteer program
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, 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. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to have Law Department provide an outline of where people are allowed to demonstrate or protest...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have Law Department provide an outline of where people are allowed to demonstrate or protest if...
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: Mercier, second: Elliott)
Ask the City Manager to have proper department install security cameras on 1st Street as well as address issues of...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have proper department install security cameras on 1st Street as well as address issues of...
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: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to have Law Department draft ordinance that would fine utility companies $100 per line after...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have Law Department draft ordinance that would fine utility companies $100 per line after they...
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, 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. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to provide a report on challenges and successes in relationship between Lowell Career Center...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide a report on challenges and successes in relationship between Lowell Career Center and...
In City Council, seconded by C. Cirillo, 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. Cirillo, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Cirillo)
Request: City of Lowell continue its support of non-profits that provide services to our residents in need and...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: City of Lowell continue its support of non-profits that provide services to our residents in need and request...
In City Council, seconded by C. Cirillo, 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. Cirillo, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Cirillo)
Request: City of Lowell join with non-profits to send a letter to the US Senate and House of Representatives in...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: City of Lowell join with non-profits to send a letter to the US Senate and House of Representatives in support...
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, 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. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to have DPW work with representatives from Roberto Clemente Baseball Field to install lighting...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have DPW work with representatives from Roberto Clemente Baseball Field to install lighting...
In City Council, no second needed, 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. Filed by Vesna Nuon and William Samaras; Vesna Nuon is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon)
Request: City re-establish the Youth Council and/or Commission
Refer to Youth Services SC: Request: City re-establish the Youth Council and/or Commission
In City Council, no second needed, referred to Youth Services SC. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted. Filed by Vesna Nuon and William Samaras; Vesna Nuon is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to Youth Services SC. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to instruct the Law Department to draft a home rule petition to allow the City to appoint...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to instruct the Law Department to draft a home rule petition to allow the City to appoint retired...
In City Council, seconded by C. Leahy, 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. Leahy, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Samaras, second: Leahy)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)
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