MassVoter.com← Lowell City CouncilLowell City Council · 2018–2019 Council · Regular meeting
August 14, 2018
45 recorded votes, 39 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 Environment & Flood Issues SC July 24th; City Council Meeting July 24th; Ad-Hoc Election Laws SC July...
Accept and place on file: Minutes of Environment & Flood Issues SC July 24th; City Council Meeting July 24th; Ad-Hoc Election Laws SC July 25th...
In City Council, minutes read, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Conway. So voted.
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“In City Council, minutes read, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Conway. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Conway)
Take Item #9.10 out of order
C. Milinazzo requested that Item #9.10 be taken out of order with no objection. So voted.
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“C. Milinazzo requested that Item #9.10 be taken out of order with no objection. So voted..”
Suspend the rules: Minutes of Environment & Flood Issues SC July 24th; City Council Meeting July 24th; Ad-Hoc Election Laws SC July 25th and...
Motion by M. Samaras, seconded by C. Conway for suspension of the rules to discuss water festival. So voted.
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“Motion by M. Samaras, seconded by C. Conway for suspension of the rules to discuss water festival. So voted..” (Motion: Samaras, second: Conway)
National Grid - Req. permission to install sole owned pole on Ellsworth Street for new feeder extension for Markley...
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Req. permission to install sole owned pole on Ellsworth Street for new feeder extension for Markley Data...
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Milinazzo, 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
“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Milinazzo, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Milinazzo, second: Mercier)
Allow absolute discretion for use by City Manager regarding issuing of permits exempting them from current moratorium against National Grid
Motion by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo to allow absolute discretion for use by City Manager regarding issuing of permits exempting them from current moratorium against National Grid. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo to allow absolute discretion for use by City Manager regarding issuing of permits exempting them from current moratorium against National Grid. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)
National Grid/Verizon NE - Req. permission to relocate Pole #2 on Maple Street towards Gorham Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid/Verizon NE - Req. permission to relocate Pole #2 on Maple Street towards Gorham Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Milinazzo, 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.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Milinazzo, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Milinazzo, second: Mercier)
National Grid - Req. permission to relocate utilities for bridge replacement on Pawtucket Street over the Pawtucket...
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Req. permission to relocate utilities for bridge replacement on Pawtucket Street over the Pawtucket Canal
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, 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
“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Cirillo)
National Grid - Req. permission to relocate utilities for bridge replacement on Pawtucket Street over the Northern Canal
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Req. permission to relocate utilities for bridge replacement on Pawtucket Street over the Northern Canal
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Milinazzo, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Milinazzo, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted..” (Motion: Milinazzo, second: Cirillo)
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (AT&T) - Req. permission to install small cell site for mobile device data delivery...
Refer to Wire Inspector: New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (AT&T) - Req. permission to install small cell site for mobile device data delivery...
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Conway. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Conway. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Conway)
Take Item #10.10 out of order
C. Nuon requested that Item #10.10 be taken out of order with no objection. So voted.
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“C. Nuon requested that Item #10.10 be taken out of order with no objection. So voted..”
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Milinazzo, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Milinazzo, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Milinazzo, second: Mercier)
Communication - City
Adopt: Communication - City
In City Council, read, Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Take Item #9.2 out of order
C. Mercier requested Item #9.2 be taken out of order with no objection. So voted.
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“C. Mercier requested Item #9.2 be taken out of order with no objection. So voted..”
Vote-Accept gift ($200.00) from the Committee to Elect Dave Nangle for the Literacy Program at Pollard Memorial Library
Adopt: Vote-Accept gift ($200.00) from the Committee to Elect Dave Nangle for the Literacy Program at Pollard Memorial Library
In City Council, Read twice, full reading waived with no objections, Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (C. Elliott). So voted.
Yes: Cirillo, Conway, Kennedy, Leahy, Mercier, Milinazzo, Nuon, SamarasThe roll call lists Rodney M. Elliott as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Read twice, full reading waived with no objections, Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (C. Elliott). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Vote-Accept gift from Whitman and Bingham Assoc. LLC (survey)
Adopt: Vote-Accept gift from Whitman and Bingham Assoc. LLC (survey)
In City Council, Read twice, full reading waived with no objections, Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Vote-Auth Mgr Execute MOU Lowell Police Superior Officers Assn 7.1.18- 6.30.21
Adopt: Vote-Auth Mgr Execute MOU Lowell Police Superior Officers Assn 7.1.18- 6.30.21
In City Council, Read twice, full reading waived with no objections, Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Conway. 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. Conway. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Conway)
Ordinance - Amend and Add New Article on Pilot Bicycle Share Service
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend and Add New Article on Pilot Bicycle Share Service
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 28, 2018 at 7 PM 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
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 28, 2018 at 7 PM by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)
(1) Ad-Hoc Election Laws SC July 25, 2018 and (2) Ad-Hoc Election Laws SC August 1, 2018
Accept the report: (1) Ad-Hoc Election Laws SC July 25, 2018 and (2) Ad-Hoc Election Laws SC August 1, 2018
Motion to accept the reports as reports of progress by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to accept the reports as reports of progress by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)
Wire Insp. - TC Systems Inc. (AT&T) - Req. permission to install underground cable conduit on Aiken Street at the...
Adopt: Wire Insp. - TC Systems Inc. (AT&T) - Req. permission to install underground cable conduit on Aiken Street at the intersection of Fr....
In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt the accompanying order by C. Conway, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt the accompanying order by C. Conway, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Mercier)
Wire Insp. - TC Systems Inc. (AT&T) - Req. permission to install underground cable conduit on University Avenue...
Adopt: Wire Insp. - TC Systems Inc. (AT&T) - Req. permission to install underground cable conduit on University Avenue between Riverside Street...
In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt the accompanying order by C. Conway, 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 adopt the accompanying order by C. Conway, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Nuon)
Claims - (4) Property Damage
Refer to Law Department: Claims - (4) Property Damage
In Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Misc. - Anastasia Sakellaris request permission to address Council regarding air conditioning issues at Pollard...
Refer to the City Manager: Misc. - Anastasia Sakellaris request permission to address Council regarding air conditioning issues at Pollard...
In Council, Motion to refer to City Manager for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In Council, Motion to refer to City Manager for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Leahy)
Take Item #9.6 out of order
Ms. Sakellaris addressed the Council. C. Leahy noted it was a lingering problem and if it cannot be handled in-house it should be sent to an outside vendor. Manager Donoghue commented on the efforts of the DPW. Victoria Woodley (Library Dir.) noted there was a going to be a review of the system to identify issues. C. Kennedy noted assessment was needed and that water detection system should be included to prevent flooding issues during winter. Manager Donoghue noted that water detection systems throughout all municipal buildings are being studied. C. Leahy commented on the need for a pro-active approach. C. Mercier requested Item #9.6 be taken out of order with no objections. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Ms. Sakellaris addressed the Council. C. Leahy noted it was a lingering problem and if it cannot be handled in-house it should be sent to an outside vendor. Manager Donoghue commented on the efforts of the DPW. Victoria Woodley (Library Dir.) noted there was a going to be a review of the system to identify issues. C. Kennedy noted assessment was needed and that water detection system should be included to prevent flooding issues during winter. Manager Donoghue noted that water detection systems throughout all municipal buildings are being studied. C. Leahy commented on the need for a pro-active approach. C. Mercier requested Item #9.6 be taken out of order with no objections. So voted..”
Misc. - Carolyn Jaracz (Atty. Brian Akashian) request City abandon a portion of a paper street known as LaQuin Avenue
Refer to Law Department: Misc. - Carolyn Jaracz (Atty. Brian Akashian) request City abandon a portion of a paper street known as LaQuin Avenue
In Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Cirillo)
Misc. - Donald Doubleday, Jr. request City repair the island at end of cul-de- sac on Cheryl Lee Lane
Refer to the City Manager: Misc. - Donald Doubleday, Jr. request City repair the island at end of cul-de- sac on Cheryl Lee Lane
In Council, Motion to refer to City Manager for report and recommendation by C. Conway, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In Council, Motion to refer to City Manager for report and recommendation by C. Conway, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Leahy)
Misc. - Kathleen Velten Hemenway requests City purchase property located at
Refer to Law Department: Misc. - Kathleen Velten Hemenway requests City purchase property located at
In Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Nuon)
Misc. - Wilmar Ventura request permission to speak before the Council regarding 29 Frothingham Street
Refer to Law Department: Misc. - Wilmar Ventura request permission to speak before the Council regarding 29 Frothingham Street
In Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Kennedy. So voted.
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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. - Ricky Rathsombath (Lao' De Cafe) request installation of an overhanging sign 108 Merrimack Street
Refer to Law Department: Misc. - Ricky Rathsombath (Lao' De Cafe) request installation of an overhanging sign 108 Merrimack Street
In Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation 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 Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Milinazzo. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Milinazzo)
Misc. - James Saunders (Lowell Makes) request installation of an overhanging sign 115 Merrimack Street
Refer to Law Department: Misc. - James Saunders (Lowell Makes) request installation of an overhanging sign 115 Merrimack Street
In Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Cirillo, seconded by C. Conway. 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. Cirillo, seconded by C. Conway. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Conway)
Misc. - John McDonough request City Council make South Street (Fr. Ronan Terrace to Highland St.) two-way direction...
Refer to Law Department/Traffic Engineer: Misc. - John McDonough request City Council make South Street (Fr. Ronan Terrace to Highland St.)...
In Council, Motion to refer to Law Department/Traffic Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Leahy. 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/Traffic Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Leahy)
Misc. - Winn Companies (Atty. Kevin Broderick) request City convey a perpetual easement to Parcels 8 & 9 in the...
Refer to Law Department: Misc. - Winn Companies (Atty. Kevin Broderick) request City convey a perpetual easement to Parcels 8 & 9 in the Hamilton...
In Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Milinazzo, 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 Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Milinazzo, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Milinazzo, second: Nuon)
Verizon NE- Request permission to install underground conduit and hand- hole for access on Pawtucket Street over the...
Send to a public hearing: Verizon NE- Request permission to install underground conduit and hand- hole for access on Pawtucket Street over the...
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 28, 2018 at 7 PM by C. Cirillo, 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 refer to Public Hearing on August 28, 2018 at 7 PM by C. Cirillo, seconded by C. Kennedy. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Kennedy)
Verizon NE- Request permission to install 184 feet of underground conduit at 165 Thorndike Street
Send to a public hearing: Verizon NE- Request permission to install 184 feet of underground conduit at 165 Thorndike Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 28, 2018 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, 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
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 28, 2018 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Milinazzo. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Milinazzo)
Ask the City Manager to investigate the reasons for idling trains in the Lawrence Street area
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to investigate the reasons for idling trains in the Lawrence Street area
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to update Council regarding white building on Butler School grounds
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to update Council regarding white building on Butler School grounds
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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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 update the Council regarding an appointment of a neighborhood service coordinator for the City
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to update the Council regarding an appointment of a neighborhood service coordinator for the City
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Nuon)
Request: City Council endorse a rally to promote unity celebration in the community on August 28th at City Hall
Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Council endorse a rally to promote unity celebration in the community on August 28th at City Hall
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 John J. Leahy and Rodney M. Elliott; John J. Leahy is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy)
Ask the City Manager to explore feasibility of creating a 15 minute parking space at 178 University Avenue for local...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to explore feasibility of creating a 15 minute parking space at 178 University Avenue for local...
In City Council, seconded by C. Kennedy, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Kennedy, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Kennedy)
Request: City Council support displaying a bust of George D. Kouloheras in the foyer of City Hall next to bust of...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Council support displaying a bust of George D. Kouloheras in the foyer of City Hall next to bust of...
In City Council, seconded by C. Elliott, referred to City Manager. So voted
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Elliott, referred to City Manager. So voted.” (Motion: Mercier, second: Elliott)
Substitute Motion by C. Milinazzo, seconded by C. Cirillo to refer to Manager for report regarding establishment of policy for such request. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Substitute Motion by C. Milinazzo, seconded by C. Cirillo to refer to Manager for report regarding establishment of policy for such request. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Milinazzo, second: Cirillo)
Ask the City Manager to have DPD provide a detailed presentation, justifying how filling in the Lord Overpass will...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have DPD provide a detailed presentation, justifying how filling in the Lord Overpass will be...
In City Council, seconded by C. Elliott, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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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 include with each motion response the work hours that it took to accomplish the task and...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to include with each motion response the work hours that it took to accomplish the task and...
In City Council, seconded by C. Elliott, referred to City Manager. Defeated per Roll Call vote, 3 yeas, 6 nays (C. Cirillo, C. Kennedy, C. Leahy, C. Milinazzo, C. Nuon, M. Samaras)
Yes: Conway, Elliott, MercierNo: Cirillo, Kennedy, Leahy, Milinazzo, Nuon, SamarasThe roll call names the no votes and gives 3 yeas, which matches the other councilors present; they are shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Elliott, referred to City Manager. Defeated per Roll Call vote, 3 yeas, 6 nays (C. Cirillo, C. Kennedy, C. Leahy, C. Milinazzo, C. Nuon, M. Samaras).” (Motion: Conway, second: Elliott)
Waive Rule 5 to extend meeting time beyond 10 PM
Motion to waive Rule 5 to extend meeting time beyond 10 PM by C. Conway, seconded by C. Leahy. Defeated by Roll Call vote as two members voted nay (C. Kennedy, C. Mercier)
The minutes say the motion was defeated on a roll call “as two members voted nay (C. Kennedy, C. Mercier)” but do not give the count or say how the others voted, so MassVoter shows the result only.
From the minutes
“Motion to waive Rule 5 to extend meeting time beyond 10 PM by C. Conway, seconded by C. Leahy. Defeated by Roll Call vote as two members voted nay (C. Kennedy, C. Mercier).” (Motion: Conway, second: Leahy)
Request: City formally support H.R. 5754 (Cambodian Democracy Act of 2018) passed by the US House of Representatives...
Refer to the Law Department to prepare resolution: Request: City formally support H.R. 5754 (Cambodian Democracy Act of 2018) passed by the US...
In City Council, seconded by C. Elliott, referred to Law Department to prepare resolution. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Elliott, referred to Law Department to prepare resolution. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Elliott)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Milinazzo. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Milinazzo. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Milinazzo)
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