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Lowell City Council · 2020–2021 Council · Regular meeting

October 13, 2020

56 recorded votes, 39 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page

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Attendance

Note on these minutes: Mayor John J. Leahy presiding.

Present: William Samaras, Vesna Nuon, Sokhary Chau, David Conway, John Drinkwater, Rodney M. Elliott, John J. Leahy, Rita Mercier, Daniel P. Rourke

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Communication Remote / Zoom Participation

Accept and place on file: Communication Remote / Zoom Participation

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Chau, 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

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

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

Recognition - Specialty Materials

Accept and place on file: Recognition - Specialty Materials

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, 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

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

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

Recognition - October As The National Domestic Abuse Awareness Month

Accept and place on file: Recognition - October As The National Domestic Abuse Awareness Month

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, 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

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

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

Suspend rules to allow business to be recognized by the body

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Nuon to suspend rules to allow business to be recognized by the body. 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 by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Nuon to suspend rules to allow business to be recognized by the body. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Nuon)

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

Minutes Of Finance SC September 22nd; City Council Meeting September 22nd; Finance SC Jointly With School Committee...

Accept and place on file: Minutes Of Finance SC September 22nd; City Council Meeting September 22nd; Finance SC Jointly With School Committee...

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Motion Responses

Accept and place on file: Motion Responses

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Refer to Housing SC: Motion Responses

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

B) Motion Response - City Owned Property – Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier to refer matter to Housing 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

“B) Motion Response - City Owned Property – Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier to refer matter to Housing SC. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)

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

Take Items #5.6 and #7.2 out of order

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to take Items #5.6 and #7.2 out of order as they relate to this 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 to take Items #5.6 and #7.2 out of order as they relate to this discussion. So voted..”

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

Have Law Department draft ordinance regarding posting requirements

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Elliott to have Law Department draft ordinance regarding posting requirements. 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. Rourke, seconded by C. Elliott to have Law Department draft ordinance regarding posting requirements. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Elliott)

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

Suspend rules

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to suspend rules by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Rourke to discuss covid rules regarding schools. 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 suspend rules by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Rourke to discuss covid rules regarding schools. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Rourke)

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

Informational Reports

Bundle Items #4.3 to #4.6 inclusive

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Elliott to bundle Items #4.3 to #4.6 inclusive. 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. Rourke, seconded by C. Elliott to bundle Items #4.3 to #4.6 inclusive. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Elliott)

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

Appoint Carolyn McCarthy To Sustainability Council

Approve: Appoint Carolyn McCarthy To Sustainability Council

Minutes, page 4

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 9 present

In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

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

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

Appoint Latashia White To Veterans Commission

Approve: Appoint Latashia White To Veterans Commission

Minutes, page 4

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 9 present

In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

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

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

Appoint Robert Njoroge To Board Of Appeals

Approve: Appoint Robert Njoroge To Board Of Appeals

Minutes, page 4

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 9 present

In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

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

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

Re-Appoint James Pope And Beverly Anthes To Election Commission

Approve: Re-Appoint James Pope And Beverly Anthes To Election Commission

Minutes, page 4

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 9 present

In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

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

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

Bundle and waive second reading of Items #5.1 to #5.10 inclusive

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Elliott to bundle and waive second reading of Items #5.1 to #5.10 inclusive. 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. Mercier, seconded by C. Elliott to bundle and waive second reading of Items #5.1 to #5.10 inclusive. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Elliott)

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

Accept Gift From Tewksbury Police Dept

Adopt: Accept Gift From Tewksbury Police Dept

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote -Accept Expend Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Action Grant

Adopt: Vote -Accept Expend Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Action Grant

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote- Accept.Expend Grant Center For Tech And Civic Life

Adopt: Vote- Accept.Expend Grant Center For Tech And Civic Life

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Take Item #10.3 out of order

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to suspend rules to take Item #10.3 out of order by C. Rourke, 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 suspend rules to take Item #10.3 out of order by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Elliott. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Elliott)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Vote -Apply.Accept.Expend 100,000 Dept Of Public Health

Adopt: Vote -Apply.Accept.Expend 100,000 Dept Of Public Health

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Vote -Auth Mgr Req Approval For Second Plan Change From DHCD

Adopt: Vote -Auth Mgr Req Approval For Second Plan Change From DHCD

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Vote-Accept.Expend 140,100 Shared Street And Spaces

Adopt: Vote-Accept.Expend 140,100 Shared Street And Spaces

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Vote-Supplemental Appropriation (Pollard Memorial Library)

Adopt: Vote-Supplemental Appropriation (Pollard Memorial Library)

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Vote-Transfer Cemetery

Adopt: Vote-Transfer Cemetery

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Vote-Transfer Library

Adopt: Vote-Transfer Library

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

ORDERS FROM THE CITY MANAGER 6.1. 60 Day Trials 10-13-20.

Adopt

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Ordinance - Amend Zoning

Refer to the Planning Board on November 2: Ordinance - Amend Zoning

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Planning Board on November 2, 2020 for report and recommendation and to a public hearing on November 10, 2020 at 7PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Chau. 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 Planning Board on November 2, 2020 for report and recommendation and to a public hearing on November 10, 2020 at 7PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Chau)

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

Ordinance- Amend Sidewalk Seating Outside Restaurant

Send to a public hearing: Ordinance- Amend Sidewalk Seating Outside Restaurant

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on October 27, 2020 at 7PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Chau. 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 October 27, 2020 at 7PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Chau)

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

Ordinance- Create Position And Salary Nurse Case

Send to a public hearing: Ordinance- Create Position And Salary Nurse Case

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on October 27, 2020 at 7PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Rourke. 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 October 27, 2020 at 7PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Rourke)

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

Neighborhoods SC October 13, 2020

Accept the report: Neighborhoods SC October 13, 2020

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to accept the report as a report of progress by C. Chau, 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 accept the report as a report of progress by C. Chau, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Mercier)

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

Adopt: Neighborhoods SC October 13, 2020

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to approve Markley Group, LLC petition to amend license to include an additional 15,000 gallons of Diesel II. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to approve Markley Group, LLC petition to amend license to include an additional 15,000 gallons of Diesel II. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)

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

Technology & Utilities SC October 13, 2020

Have Manager cease further contract negotiations with SiFi

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras to have Manager cease further contract negotiations with SiFi. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras to have Manager cease further contract negotiations with SiFi. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Samaras)

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

Accept the report: Technology & Utilities SC October 13, 2020

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to accept the report as a report of progress 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

“Motion to accept the report as a report of progress by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)

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

Claims - (3) Property Damage

Refer to Law Department: Claims - (3) Property Damage

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, 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

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

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

Misc. - LynnLowell, LLC (Atty. George Theodorou) Request Zoning Change To Extend UMF Zone Into LI Zone At 4 Wiggin...

Refer to Law Department: Misc. - LynnLowell, LLC (Atty. George Theodorou) Request Zoning Change To Extend UMF Zone Into LI Zone At 4 Wiggin St. /...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation and to draft ordinance by C. Nuon, 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

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

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

Misc. - Joann Camilli Request Permission To Address The City Council Regarding Property At 25 Arlene Road

Refer to the City Manager: Misc. - Joann Camilli Request Permission To Address The City Council Regarding Property At 25 Arlene Road

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion to refer to City Manager and DPW for report and recommendation by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Rourke. 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 City Manager and DPW for report and recommendation by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Rourke)

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

Misc. - Tina Degree Request City Council Develop A Residential Parking Program For Area Around Market And Merrimack...

Refer to the City Manager: Misc. - Tina Degree Request City Council Develop A Residential Parking Program For Area Around Market And Merrimack Streets

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Misc. - Tania Ormonde/Pedro Camara Request Installation Of A Traffic Mirror At The Mt. Vernon Street And Broadway...

Refer to the Transportation Engineer to draft ordinance by C: Misc. - Tania Ormonde/Pedro Camara Request Installation Of A Traffic Mirror At The...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer to draft ordinance 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 refer to Transportation Engineer to draft ordinance by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)

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

Misc. - Ronald DiBerto Request City Council Establish A Lowell Walk Of Fame

Refer to the City Manager: Misc. - Ronald DiBerto Request City Council Establish A Lowell Walk Of Fame

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion to refer to City Manager for report and recommendation by C. Chau, seconded by C. Rourke. 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 City Manager for report and recommendation by C. Chau, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Rourke)

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

TC Systems, Inc. (AT&T) - Request Installation Of Two (2) Telecommunication Conduits At Intersection Of University...

Send to a public hearing: TC Systems, Inc. (AT&T) - Request Installation Of Two (2) Telecommunication Conduits At Intersection Of University...

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on October 27, 2020 at 7PM by C. Elliott, 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 October 27, 2020 at 7PM by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Nuon)

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

Bundle Items # 10.1 to #10.12, second them and refer to City Manager

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to bundle Items # 10.1 to #10.12, second them and refer to City Manager by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Chau. 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 Items # 10.1 to #10.12, second them and refer to City Manager by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Chau)

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

Ask the City Manager to Meet With The Lowell Housing Authority Chairman Regarding PILOT In Place And Address...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Meet With The Lowell Housing Authority Chairman Regarding PILOT In Place And Address...

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, 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. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Chau)

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

Ask the City Manager to Report On Illegal Dumping And Efforts To Have National Grid Clean Up Their Property In South...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Report On Illegal Dumping And Efforts To Have National Grid Clean Up Their Property In South Lowell

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, 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. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Chau)

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

Ask the City Manager to Have Interim Election Director Explain Early Voting In Massachusetts In Order To Make Voting...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Interim Election Director Explain Early Voting In Massachusetts In Order To Make Voting As...

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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)

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

Ask the City Manager to Reach Out To Lowell General Hospital And The Lowell Community Health Center To Request They...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Reach Out To Lowell General Hospital And The Lowell Community Health Center To Request They...

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, 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. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Chau)

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

Ask the City Manager to , DPD, And Business Recovery Task Force Work On Grant To Hire A Business Coordinator For...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to , DPD, And Business Recovery Task Force Work On Grant To Hire A Business Coordinator For...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, referred to City Manager/DPD. 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. Chau, referred to City Manager/DPD. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Chau)

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Ask the City Manager to Work With Appropriate Departments On Ways To Improve The Accessibility Of Public Documents...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With Appropriate Departments On Ways To Improve The Accessibility Of Public Documents And...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, 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. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Chau)

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

Ask the City Manager to Direct The Law Department To Draft An Ordinance Relative To Housing Stability Notification...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Direct The Law Department To Draft An Ordinance Relative To Housing Stability Notification...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, 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. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Chau)

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

Ask the City Manager to Develop And Report On Preparations And Plans For A Second Wave Of Covid-19

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Develop And Report On Preparations And Plans For A Second Wave Of Covid-19

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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: Chau, second: Elliott)

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

Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update Regarding The Halloween Plans Within The City

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update Regarding The Halloween Plans Within The City

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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: Chau, second: Elliott)

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

Ask the City Manager to Investigate And Report On Possible Additional Funding For Small Businesses Within The City

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Investigate And Report On Possible Additional Funding For Small Businesses Within The City

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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: Chau, second: Elliott)

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

Ask the City Manager to Post The Appropriate Traffic And Speed Signage On Andover Street

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Post The Appropriate Traffic And Speed Signage On Andover Street

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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: Chau, second: Elliott)

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

Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Continue To Work With School Department And Comcast For Improved...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Continue To Work With School Department And Comcast For Improved...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Executive Session

Go into executive session: Executive Session

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 9 present

In City Council, M. Leahy stated reason for Executive Session, Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Chau to enter Executive Session for stated purpose and to adjourn from Executive Session (9:15 PM). Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“In City Council, M. Leahy stated reason for Executive Session, Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Chau to enter Executive Session for stated purpose and to adjourn from Executive Session (9:15 PM). Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Chau)

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

ADJOURNMENT

Adjourn

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

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