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Lowell City Council · 2020–2021 Council · Meeting night

January 12, 2021

2 meetings this evening, 47 recorded votes in all, in the order they were held.

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Lowell City Council · Special meeting

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page

Attendance

Note on these minutes: Mayor John J. Leahy presiding. Taking part remotely (Zoom): David Conway, Vesna Nuon and William Samaras.

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

Absent: None

3 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page

Communication Remote / Zoom Participation

Accept and place on file: Communication Remote / Zoom Participation

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

For Zoom - HTTPS://SUPPORT.ZOOM.US/HC/EN-US/ARTICLES/201362193- JOINING-A-MEETING In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Drinkwater, 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

“For Zoom - HTTPS://SUPPORT.ZOOM.US/HC/EN-US/ARTICLES/201362193- JOINING-A-MEETING In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Elliott. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Elliott)

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

Evaluations - City Manager; City Clerk; And City Auditor

Adopt: Evaluations - City Manager; City Clerk; And City Auditor

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Rourke to approve step increases for each position in accordance to contract and ordinance. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Rourke to approve step increases for each position in accordance to contract and ordinance. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Rourke)

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

ADJOURNMENT

Adjourn

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Mercier, 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 Adjourn by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Rourke)

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

Lowell City Council · Regular meeting

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page

Attendance

Note on these minutes: Mayor John J. Leahy presiding. Taking part remotely (Zoom): Vesna Nuon, David Conway and William Samaras.

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

Absent: None

44 recorded votes, 33 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page

Communication Remote / Zoom Participation

Accept and place on file: Communication Remote / Zoom Participation

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

For Zoom - HTTPS://SUPPORT.ZOOM.US/HC/EN-US/ARTICLES/201362193- JOINING-A-MEETING In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” 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

“For Zoom - HTTPS://SUPPORT.ZOOM.US/HC/EN-US/ARTICLES/201362193- JOINING-A-MEETING In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Chau)

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

Minutes Of Environment & Flood Issues SC December 22nd; City Council Regular Meeting December 22nd, For Acceptance

Accept and place on file: Minutes Of Environment & Flood Issues SC December 22nd; City Council Regular Meeting December 22nd, For Acceptance

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Vote-Authorize Payment Of Bills Incurred In Excess Of Appropriations

Remove from Table

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · 8–1

In City Council, Motion to remove from Table by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 nay (C. Elliott). So voted.

Yes: Chau, Conway, Drinkwater, Leahy, Mercier, Nuon, Rourke, SamarasNo: ElliottThe roll call names the no votes and gives 8 yeas, which matches the other councilors present; they are shown voting yes.

From the minutes

“In City Council, Motion to remove from Table by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 nay (C. Elliott). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Drinkwater)

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

Adopt: Vote-Authorize Payment Of Bills Incurred In Excess Of Appropriations

Minutes, page 2

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 2 (PDF)

Have Conor Baldwin (CFO) prepare brief report regarding meetings with school finance team

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Conway, seconded by C. Mercier to have Conor Baldwin (CFO) prepare brief report regarding meetings with school finance team. 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. Conway, seconded by C. Mercier to have Conor Baldwin (CFO) prepare brief report regarding meetings with school finance team. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Mercier)

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

Loan Order-Accelerated Repair Project

Refer to Clerk’s Office: Loan Order-Accelerated Repair Project

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 9 present

Motion to adopt and refer to Clerk’s Office for 20 days by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Conway. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt and refer to Clerk’s Office for 20 days by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Conway. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Conway)

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

Suspend Rules to discuss attending athletic events in the City

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to Suspend Rules to discuss attending athletic events in the City 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 discuss attending athletic events in the City by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Elliott. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Elliott)

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

Suspend Rules to discuss vaccination schedule for public safety employees

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Samaras, seconded by C. Nuon to Suspend Rules to discuss vaccination schedule for public safety employees. 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. Samaras, seconded by C. Nuon to Suspend Rules to discuss vaccination schedule for public safety employees. So voted..” (Motion: Samaras, second: Nuon)

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

Motion Responses

Accept and place on file: Motion Responses

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Informational Reports

Bundle Item #6.3 and #6.4 and send letter of recognition to each person

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

M. Leahy recognized efforts on the part of the administration Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Rourke to bundle Item #6.3 and #6.4 and send letter of recognition to each person. 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

“M. Leahy recognized efforts on the part of the administration Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Rourke to bundle Item #6.3 and #6.4 and send letter of recognition to each person. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Rourke)

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

Communication-Resignation Marianne Gries-Library

Accept and place on file: Communication-Resignation Marianne Gries-Library

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Communication-Resignation Of Eric Lamarche COA

Accept and place on file: Communication-Resignation Of Eric Lamarche COA

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Bundle and waive full reading of Items #7.1 to #7.8 inclusive

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to bundle and waive full reading of Items #7.1 to #7.8 inclusive by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Drinkwater. 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 waive full reading of Items #7.1 to #7.8 inclusive by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Drinkwater)

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

Vote-Accept By Donation Easement In Furtherance Of Newhall St Bridge Over River Meadow Brook Rehab

Adopt: Vote-Accept By Donation Easement In Furtherance Of Newhall St Bridge Over River Meadow Brook Rehab

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote- Accept Expend 15,000 JAG FY 2021 Grant

Adopt: Vote- Accept Expend 15,000 JAG FY 2021 Grant

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote-Accept Expend FY21 Municipal Staffing Grant-LPD

Adopt: Vote-Accept Expend FY21 Municipal Staffing Grant-LPD

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote-Accept Expend FY21 Shannon Community Safety Initiative

Adopt: Vote-Accept Expend FY21 Shannon Community Safety Initiative

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote-Accept.Expend EOPSS 2021 Municipal Road Safety Grant 9 Mos.-LPD

Adopt: Vote-Accept.Expend EOPSS 2021 Municipal Road Safety Grant 9 Mos.-LPD

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote-Accept Expend FY21 Municipal Staffing-LFD

Adopt: Vote-Accept Expend FY21 Municipal Staffing-LFD

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote-Accept.Expend State 911 Dept FY21 Support And Incentive Grant

Adopt: Vote-Accept.Expend State 911 Dept FY21 Support And Incentive Grant

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote-Accept.Expend State 911 Dept FY21 Training Grant

Adopt: Vote-Accept.Expend State 911 Dept FY21 Training Grant

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Order-60 Day Various

Adopt: Order-60 Day Various

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Bundle Items #9.1 to #9.3 inclusive

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to bundle Items #9.1 to #9.3 inclusive 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

“Motion to bundle Items #9.1 to #9.3 inclusive by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)

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

Wire Insp. - National Grid - Request Installation Of Of 24 Feet Of Electric Conduit At 179 Bridge Street For Service...

Adopt: Wire Insp. - National Grid - Request Installation Of Of 24 Feet Of Electric Conduit At 179 Bridge Street For Service To Riverwalk Phase II

Minutes, page 5

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Wire Insp. - New Cingular Wireless (D/B/A AT&T) - Request Installation Of Wireless Small Cell Facility At 6...

Adopt: Wire Insp. - New Cingular Wireless (D/B/A AT&T) - Request Installation Of Wireless Small Cell Facility At 6 Industrial Avenue

Minutes, page 5

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Wire Insp. - New Cingular Wireless (D/B/A AT&T) - Request Installation Of Wireless Small Cell Facility At 282...

Adopt: Wire Insp. - New Cingular Wireless (D/B/A AT&T) - Request Installation Of Wireless Small Cell Facility At 282 Appleton Street

Minutes, page 6

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Claim - (1) Property Damage

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

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation 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

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

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

Misc. - Coalition For A Better Acre Request Permission To Install Two (2) Overhanging Bay Windows At 555 Merrimack...

Refer to Law Department: Misc. - Coalition For A Better Acre Request Permission To Install Two (2) Overhanging Bay Windows At 555 Merrimack Street

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

National Grid / Verizon NE - Request Installation Of (1) JO Pole And Relocate (6) JO Poles Along Andover Street

Send to a public hearing: National Grid / Verizon NE - Request Installation Of (1) JO Pole And Relocate (6) JO Poles Along Andover Street

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on January 26, 2021 at 7PM 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, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on January 26, 2021 at 7PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Chau)

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

Crown Castle NG East, LLC - Request Installation Of 55 Feet Of 4 Inch Fiber Conduit To Existing Customer At 650...

Send to a public hearing: Crown Castle NG East, LLC - Request Installation Of 55 Feet Of 4 Inch Fiber Conduit To Existing Customer At 650 Suffolk...

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on January 26, 2021 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 January 26, 2021 at 7PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Chau)

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

Ask the City Manager to Have The Supt. Of LPD Identify Grants To Offset The Costs Of Video Cameras For Businesses...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Supt. Of LPD Identify Grants To Offset The Costs Of Video Cameras For Businesses...

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Investigate The Feasibility Of A Voluntary PILOT Program For Residents, Business Owners And...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Investigate The Feasibility Of A Voluntary PILOT Program For Residents, Business Owners And...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Review Pedestrian Safety Along Branch Street Business Corridor...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Review Pedestrian Safety Along Branch Street Business Corridor...

Minutes, page 7

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: Nuon, second: Elliott)

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

Refer matter regarding coalition to Economic/Downtown Development SC in a business in that district

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Nuon to refer matter regarding coalition to Economic/Downtown Development SC in a business in that district. 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 regarding coalition to Economic/Downtown Development SC in a business in that district. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Nuon)

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

Ask the City Manager to Have City Assessor Place A Video On The City’s Website Relative To The Process Used To Apply...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have City Assessor Place A Video On The City’s Website Relative To The Process Used To Apply...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Request: City Council Pass A Resolution Reaffirming Our Belief In Democracy And Condemning The President’s Words And...

Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Council Pass A Resolution Reaffirming Our Belief In Democracy And Condemning The President’s Words And...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · 7–0

In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 2 present (C. Mercier, C. Rourke). So voted.

Yes: Chau, Conway, Drinkwater, Elliott, Leahy, Nuon, SamarasAbstained: Mercier, RourkeThe roll call names the councilors not voting yes and gives 7 yeas, which matches the other councilors present; they are shown voting yes. Rita Mercier and Daniel P. Rourke abstained or voted present (shown as present, not voting). Filed by Vesna Nuon, John Drinkwater and Sokhary Chau; Vesna Nuon is shown as mover.

From the minutes

“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 2 present (C. Mercier, C. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon)

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

Ask the City Manager to Meet With The DPW Commissioner And Develop A Plan To Increase Surveillance In The Shedd Park...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Meet With The DPW Commissioner And Develop A Plan To Increase Surveillance In The Shedd Park...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.

The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.

From the minutes

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Investigate And Implement Immediate Remedial Traffic Solutions At The Lord Overpass

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Investigate And Implement Immediate Remedial Traffic Solutions At The Lord Overpass

Minutes, page 8

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: Chau, second: Mercier)

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

Ask the City Manager to Investigate Trash Problem In The Vicinity Of River Meadow Brook And Research Potential...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Investigate Trash Problem In The Vicinity Of River Meadow Brook And Research Potential Private...

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.

The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.

From the minutes

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update Regarding Parking Enforcement Procedures On City Streets During Declared...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update Regarding Parking Enforcement Procedures On City Streets During Declared Snow...

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Elliott, referred to City Manager. So voted.

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

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Ask the City Manager to Report To Council Regarding A 1, 3 And 5 Year Plan To Make The City Workforce Reflect The...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Report To Council Regarding A 1, 3 And 5 Year Plan To Make The City Workforce Reflect The...

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Drinkwater, referred to City Manager. So voted.

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From the minutes

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

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Ask the City Manager to Report To Council Regarding Status On Covid-19 Vaccine Distribution And Testing Sites...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Report To Council Regarding Status On Covid-19 Vaccine Distribution And Testing Sites...

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: Chau, second: Elliott)

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

Ask the City Manager to Provide Update For City Council Regarding Distribution Of The Vaccination For Covid-19...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide Update For City Council Regarding Distribution Of The Vaccination For 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: Leahy, second: Elliott)

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ADJOURNMENT

Adjourn

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion to Adjourn 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

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

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

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