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Lowell City Council · 2018–2019 Council · Regular meeting

June 25, 2019

58 recorded votes, 36 with disagreement.

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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

Vote - Accept and Approve Appointment of Karen O'Beirne Interim City Auditor and establish salary effective 6.20.19

Approve: Vote - Accept and Approve Appointment of Karen O'Beirne Interim City Auditor and establish salary effective 6.20.19

Minutes, page 1

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Minutes of City Council Meeting June 11th, for acceptance

Accept and place on file: Minutes of City Council Meeting June 11th, for acceptance

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, minutes read, Motion “To accept and place on file” 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, minutes read, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Ordinance-Amend Zoning by extending LI District to include all of 264, 266 Plain St and 58 Montreal St

Adopt: Ordinance-Amend Zoning by extending LI District to include all of 264, 266 Plain St and 58 Montreal St

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

National Grid - Request permission to replace existing gas main from 1847 Middlesex Street to Chelmsford town line

Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request permission to replace existing gas main from 1847 Middlesex Street to Chelmsford town line

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to refer to Wire Inspector 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

“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Cirillo, seconded by C. Conway. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Conway)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

National Grid - Request permission to replace existing gas main on Chelmsford Street between Howard and Liberty Street

Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request permission to replace existing gas main on Chelmsford Street between Howard and Liberty Street

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Cirillo, 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

“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Cirillo, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Leahy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

National Grid - Req. reconstruction of gas pressure regulator station with associated piping and installation of...

Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Req. reconstruction of gas pressure regulator station with associated piping and installation of updated...

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Elliott, 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

“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Conway. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Conway)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Waveguide - Req. installation of 450 feet of underground and below bridge conduit at Pawtucket St. Bridge over...

Refer to Wire Inspector: Waveguide - Req. installation of 450 feet of underground and below bridge conduit at Pawtucket St. Bridge over Northern...

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Cirillo, 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. Cirillo, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Mercier)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

National Grid/Verizon NE - request installation of (1) JO Pole located at 12 Manchester Street

Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid/Verizon NE - request installation of (1) JO Pole located at 12 Manchester Street

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, 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 Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Milinazzo. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Milinazzo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

National Grid/Verizon NE - request installation of (1) JO Pole located at Manchester and Quebec Streets

Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid/Verizon NE - request installation of (1) JO Pole located at Manchester and Quebec Streets

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Milinazzo, 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. Milinazzo, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted..” (Motion: Milinazzo, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

National Grid/Verizon NE - request installation of (1) JO Pole located on Court Street

Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid/Verizon NE - request installation of (1) JO Pole located on Court Street

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Cirillo, 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

“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Cirillo, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

National Grid/Verizon NE - request installation of (1) JO Pole on Lundberg Street

Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid/Verizon NE - request installation of (1) JO Pole on Lundberg Street

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Elliott, 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. Elliott, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Waveguide (for Extenet Systems, Inc.) - request installation of cell antenna at Pawtucket Street Bridge over...

Refer to Wire Inspector: Waveguide (for Extenet Systems, Inc.) - request installation of cell antenna at Pawtucket Street Bridge over Northern...

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to refer to Wire Inspector 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

“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Cirillo, seconded by C. Conway. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Conway)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Motion Responses

Accept and place on file: Motion Responses

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” 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

“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Refer to Transportation SC: Motion Responses

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Nuon to refer matter to Transportation 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

“Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Nuon to refer matter to Transportation SC. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Communication - Planning Board recommendation for proposed zoning amendment to extend

Accept and place on file: Communication - Planning Board recommendation for proposed zoning amendment to extend

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, 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 accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Communication - City

Adopt: Communication - City

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

In City Council, read, Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Cirillo. 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. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Vote-Auth. Mgr. Ex. First Amendment-Main Street Massachusetts, LLC- Spinners Lease

Adopt: Vote-Auth. Mgr. Ex. First Amendment-Main Street Massachusetts, LLC- Spinners Lease

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Elliott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Elliott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Elliott)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Vote-Endorsing the Approval of the 2019 Open Space and Recreation Plan

Adopt: Vote-Endorsing the Approval of the 2019 Open Space and Recreation Plan

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Milinazzo, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Milinazzo, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Milinazzo, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

VOTE-SET SPENDING LIMITS TO REVOLVING FUND FY20

Adopt: VOTE-SET SPENDING LIMITS TO REVOLVING FUND FY20

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Kennedy. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Kennedy. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Kennedy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Bundle and adopt Items #7.4 and #7.5

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to bundle and adopt Items #7.4 and #7.5 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

“Motion to bundle and adopt Items #7.4 and #7.5 by C. Conway, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

VOTE-APPROVE PAYMENT OF UNPAID INVOICES FROM PRIOR FISCAL YEARS FOR SENIOR CENTER

Adopt: VOTE-APPROVE PAYMENT OF UNPAID INVOICES FROM PRIOR FISCAL YEARS FOR SENIOR CENTER

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Conway, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Conway, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

VOTE-APPROVE PAYMENT OF UNPAID INVOICES FROM PRIOR FISCAL YEARS FOR THE SCHOOL DEPT

Adopt: VOTE-APPROVE PAYMENT OF UNPAID INVOICES FROM PRIOR FISCAL YEARS FOR THE SCHOOL DEPT

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Conway, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Conway, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Refer to Finance SC: VOTE-APPROVE PAYMENT OF UNPAID INVOICES FROM PRIOR FISCAL YEARS FOR THE SCHOOL DEPT

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Mercier to refer to Finance SC for discussion. 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 by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Mercier to refer to Finance SC for discussion. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Mercier)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Bundle and adopt Items # 7.6 to #7.17 inclusive

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to bundle and adopt Items # 7.6 to #7.17 inclusive 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 bundle and adopt Items # 7.6 to #7.17 inclusive by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Vote-Transfer 1,000,000.00 to cover various financial obligations

Adopt: Vote-Transfer 1,000,000.00 to cover various financial obligations

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Vote-Transfer 113,429 to cover various financial obligations

Adopt: Vote-Transfer 113,429 to cover various financial obligations

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Vote-Transfer 130,201.00 to cover various financial obligations

Adopt: Vote-Transfer 130,201.00 to cover various financial obligations

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Vote-Transfer 155,000.00 to cover various financial obligations

Adopt: Vote-Transfer 155,000.00 to cover various financial obligations

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Vote-Transfer 192,000 to cover various financial obligations

Adopt: Vote-Transfer 192,000 to cover various financial obligations

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Vote-Transfer 20,000 to Disability Revolving Account

Adopt: Vote-Transfer 20,000 to Disability Revolving Account

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Vote-Transfer 213,000.00 to cover various financial obligations

Adopt: Vote-Transfer 213,000.00 to cover various financial obligations

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Vote-Transfer 32,003.47 to cover various financial obligations

Adopt: Vote-Transfer 32,003.47 to cover various financial obligations

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Vote-Transfer 5,000.00 to cover various financial obligations

Adopt: Vote-Transfer 5,000.00 to cover various financial obligations

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Vote-Transfer 548,000.00 to cover various financial obligations

Adopt: Vote-Transfer 548,000.00 to cover various financial obligations

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Vote-Transfer 6,000.00 to cover various financial obligations

Adopt: Vote-Transfer 6,000.00 to cover various financial obligations

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Vote-Transfer 65,101.97 to move receipts to New Police Training Revolving Fund

Adopt: Vote-Transfer 65,101.97 to move receipts to New Police Training Revolving Fund

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Kennedy, seconded by C. Cirillo. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Kennedy, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Order-60 day trial (various)

Adopt: Order-60 day trial (various)

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt by C. Cirillo, seconded by C. Elliott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Cirillo, seconded by C. Elliott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Elliott)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Order-Vacate, Discontinue and Abandon Lequin Avenue

Send to a public hearing: Order-Vacate, Discontinue and Abandon Lequin Avenue

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 23, 2019 at 7 PM by C. Cirillo, seconded by C. Elliott. 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 July 23, 2019 at 7 PM by C. Cirillo, seconded by C. Elliott. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Elliott)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Order-Vacate, Discontinue and Abandon portion of Middlesex St. and portion of Thorndike St

Send to a public hearing: Order-Vacate, Discontinue and Abandon portion of Middlesex St. and portion of Thorndike St

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 23, 2019 at 7 PM by C. Cirillo, 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

“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 23, 2019 at 7 PM by C. Cirillo, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Economic Development SC June 25, 2019 (Cont. from 3/26/19)

Bundle and adopt Items #9.2, #9.3 and #9.4

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to bundle and adopt Items #9.2, #9.3 and #9.4 by C. Cirillo, 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

“Motion to bundle and adopt Items #9.2, #9.3 and #9.4 by C. Cirillo, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Wire Insp. - National Grid - Req. installation of (1) SO Pole at 500 Wentworth Avenue

Adopt: Wire Insp. - National Grid - Req. installation of (1) SO Pole at 500 Wentworth Avenue

Minutes, page 10

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt the accompanying order by C. Cirillo, 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. Cirillo, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Wire Insp. - National Grid - Req. installation of (1) SO Pole on Woburn Street at intersection of Easton Street

Adopt: Wire Insp. - National Grid - Req. installation of (1) SO Pole on Woburn Street at intersection of Easton Street

Minutes, page 10

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt the accompanying order by C. Cirillo, 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. Cirillo, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Wire Insp. - National Grid - Req. installation of 2-3 inch underground electric conduit 27 West Third Street

Adopt: Wire Insp. - National Grid - Req. installation of 2-3 inch underground electric conduit 27 West Third Street

Minutes, page 10

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt the accompanying order by C. Cirillo, 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. Cirillo, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Claim - (1) Property Damage

Refer to Law Department: Claim - (1) Property Damage

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City 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 City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Milinazzo, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Milinazzo, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

National Grid - Req. installation of (1) SO Pole at 90 Old Ferry Road

Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Req. installation of (1) SO Pole at 90 Old Ferry Road

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 23, 2019 at 7 PM by C. Cirillo, 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

“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 23, 2019 at 7 PM by C. Cirillo, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Ask the City Manager to meet with Tsongas Arena Commission regarding the management company at the Arena

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to meet with Tsongas Arena Commission regarding the management company at the Arena

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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, Rodney M. Elliott, Rita Mercier and Karen Cirillo; John J. Leahy is shown as mover.

From the minutes

“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Request: Rules SC examine possibility of restructuring City Council agenda so that motions can be placed at the...

Refer to Rules SC: Request: Rules SC examine possibility of restructuring City Council agenda so that motions can be placed at the beginning of...

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, no second needed, referred to Rules 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 John J. Leahy and David Conway; John J. Leahy is shown as mover.

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“In City Council, no second needed, referred to Rules SC. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy)

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Ask the City Manager to provide update to City Council regarding contract with Verizon for the placement of smart...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide update to City Council regarding contract with Verizon for the placement of smart...

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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.

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“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Mercier)

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Ask the City Manager to meet with City Solicitor to formally request a copy of all “Time Sheets” reflecting hours...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to meet with City Solicitor to formally request a copy of all “Time Sheets” reflecting hours spent...

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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: Conway, second: Leahy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Ask the City Manager to have Transportation Engineer find ways and means to improve traffic safety at the...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have Transportation Engineer find ways and means to improve traffic safety at the Perkins/Aiken...

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Milinazzo, 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.

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“In City Council, seconded by C. Milinazzo, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Milinazzo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Ask the City Manager to have proper department explore options into making the fountain at JFK Plaza more appealing

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have proper department explore options into making the fountain at JFK Plaza more appealing

Minutes, page 12

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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: Mercier, second: Cirillo)

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Ask the City Manager to have proper department install additional speed limit signs on Andover Street

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have proper department install additional speed limit signs on Andover Street

Minutes, page 12

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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: Mercier, second: Leahy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Ask the City Manager to have the proper department work with the theater and arts community to collaborate on the...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department work with the theater and arts community to collaborate on the City...

Minutes, page 12

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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: Cirillo, second: Mercier)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Ask the City Manager to have proper department review parking/traffic issues on Riverside Street, between Alma and...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have proper department review parking/traffic issues on Riverside Street, between Alma and...

Minutes, page 12

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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: Cirillo, second: Mercier)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Ask the City Manager to have Transportation Engineer review inbound left turn in front of Hannaford’s on Rogers...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have Transportation Engineer review inbound left turn in front of Hannaford’s on Rogers Street...

Minutes, page 12

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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: Milinazzo, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Ask the City Manager to instruct proper department to look into completing the paving of the sidewalk on Hovey...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to instruct proper department to look into completing the paving of the sidewalk on Hovey Street...

Minutes, page 12

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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: Samaras, second: Cirillo)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Executive Session - For purposes of discussing executive session minutes, notes, and materials in connection with...

Go into executive session: Executive Session - For purposes of discussing executive session minutes, notes, and materials in connection with the...

Minutes, page 13

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 9 present

In City Council, M. Samaras stated reason for Executive Session, Motion by C. Cirillo, seconded by C. Nuon to enter Executive Session for stated purpose and to adjourn from Executive Session (9:30 PM). Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“In City Council, M. Samaras stated reason for Executive Session, Motion by C. Cirillo, seconded by C. Nuon to enter Executive Session for stated purpose and to adjourn from Executive Session (9:30 PM). Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Cirillo, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

ADJOURNMENT

Adjourn

Minutes, page 13

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion to Adjourn in Executive Session by C. Elliott, 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 City Council, Motion to Adjourn in Executive Session by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Leahy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

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