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May 11, 2021
47 recorded votes, 37 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Vice Chair Rita Mercier presiding.
Present: William Samaras, Vesna Nuon, Sokhary Chau, David Conway, John Drinkwater, Rodney M. Elliott, Rita Mercier, Daniel P. Rourke
Absent: John J. Leahy
Every vote, in order
Communication Remote / Zoom Participation
Accept and place on file: Communication Remote / Zoom Participation
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. Conway, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“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. Conway, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Nuon)
Recognition - Month Of May As The Asian And Pacific Islander Month
Accept and place on file: Recognition - Month Of May As The Asian And Pacific Islander Month
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Chau)
Minutes Of Neighborhoods SC April 27th; City Council Regular Meeting April 27th, For Acceptance
Accept and place on file: Minutes Of Neighborhoods SC April 27th; City Council Regular Meeting April 27th, For Acceptance
In City Council, minutes read, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“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)
Order - Abandon Portion Of Canal St
Adopt: Order - Abandon Portion Of Canal St
Motion to adopt by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Elliott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Elliott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Elliott)
National Grid - Request Installation Of 975 Feet Of 12 Inch Plastic Gas Main Along Jackson, Marston, Middlesex...
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request Installation Of 975 Feet Of 12 Inch Plastic Gas Main Along Jackson, Marston, Middlesex, South And...
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Samaras)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Rourke)
Take Items #7.5 and #7.6 out of order
A) Motion Response - MVP Action Grant Update – Motion to take Items #7.5 and #7.6 out of order by C. Samaras, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“A) Motion Response - MVP Action Grant Update – Motion to take Items #7.5 and #7.6 out of order by C. Samaras, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Samaras, second: Rourke)
Refer to the joint Housing/Zoning SC: Motion Responses
Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Conway to refer matter to joint Housing/Zoning SC. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Conway to refer matter to joint Housing/Zoning SC. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Conway)
D) Motion Response - Rental Permits – Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Samaras to refer matter to joint Housing/Zoning SC. So voted.
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“D) Motion Response - Rental Permits – Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Samaras to refer matter to joint Housing/Zoning SC. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Samaras)
Increase exemption to $1,000 and lower age to 65 by acceptance of MGL Ch. 41(C)
Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Nuon to increase exemption to $1,000 and lower age to 65 by acceptance of MGL Ch. 41(C). So voted.
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“Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Nuon to increase exemption to $1,000 and lower age to 65 by acceptance of MGL Ch. 41(C). So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Nuon)
Informational Reports
Refer to Economic/Downtown Development SC: Informational Reports
Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Rourke to refer matter to Economic/Downtown Development SC. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Rourke to refer matter to Economic/Downtown Development SC. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Rourke)
Communication-Appoint Judith Huber And Molyka Tieng To Council On Aging
Approve: Communication-Appoint Judith Huber And Molyka Tieng To Council On Aging
In City Council, Read, Motion to adopt by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 2 absent (C. Conway, M. Leahy). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Drinkwater, Elliott, Mercier, Nuon, Rourke, SamarasThe roll call lists David Conway as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Read, Motion to adopt by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 2 absent (C. Conway, M. Leahy). So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Samaras)
Communication-Appoint Susie S. Chhoun To LTC As Council Appointee 2021
Approve: Communication-Appoint Susie S. Chhoun To LTC As Council Appointee 2021
In City Council, Read, Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Elliott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 2 absent (C. Conway, M. Leahy). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Drinkwater, Elliott, Mercier, Nuon, Rourke, SamarasThe roll call lists David Conway as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Read, Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Elliott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 2 absent (C. Conway, M. Leahy). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Elliott)
Communication - City
Adopt: Communication - City
In City Council, Read, Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 2 absent (C. Conway, M. Leahy). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Drinkwater, Elliott, Mercier, Nuon, Rourke, SamarasThe roll call lists David Conway as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Read, Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 2 absent (C. Conway, M. Leahy). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Samaras)
Vote - Approve Amended TIF Agreement Legacy Hotel LLC
Adopt: Vote - Approve Amended TIF Agreement Legacy Hotel LLC
Motion to adopt by C. Conway, seconded by C. Chau. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Conway, seconded by C. Chau. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Chau)
Bundle and waive second reading of Items #7.2 - #7.4, inclusive along with Items #7.7 and #7.8
Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Conway to bundle and waive second reading of Items #7.2 - #7.4, inclusive along with Items #7.7 and #7.8. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Conway to bundle and waive second reading of Items #7.2 - #7.4, inclusive along with Items #7.7 and #7.8. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Conway)
Vote-Accept And Expend 50,000 FY21 Earmarked Funds Veterans Plaza
Adopt: Vote-Accept And Expend 50,000 FY21 Earmarked Funds Veterans Plaza
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Conway. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Conway. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Conway)
Vote-Accept And Expend 75,000 FY21 Earmarked Funds For Parks.Playgrounds In Highlands
Adopt: Vote-Accept And Expend 75,000 FY21 Earmarked Funds For Parks.Playgrounds In Highlands
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Conway. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Conway. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Conway)
Vote-Accept And Expend FY21 Grant From Regional Pilot Project
Adopt: Vote-Accept And Expend FY21 Grant From Regional Pilot Project
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Conway. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Conway. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Conway)
Vote-Adopt The Hazard Mitigation Plan 2020
Adopt: Vote-Adopt The Hazard Mitigation Plan 2020
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Chau. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Chau. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Chau)
Vote-Apply Accept Expend Municipal Vulnerability Grant 108,750
Adopt: Vote-Apply Accept Expend Municipal Vulnerability Grant 108,750
Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Chau. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Chau. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Chau)
Vote-Transfer 175,000 Certified 7.1.20 Parking Fund
Adopt: Vote-Transfer 175,000 Certified 7.1.20 Parking Fund
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Conway. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Conway. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Conway)
Vote-Transfer 7.1.20 Free Cash To Various Accts 3,656,221.53
Adopt: Vote-Transfer 7.1.20 Free Cash To Various Accts 3,656,221.53
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Conway. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Conway. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Conway)
Take Item #12.11 out of order
Motion by C. Chau, seconded by C. Mercier to take Item #12.11 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Chau, seconded by C. Mercier to take Item #12.11 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Mercier)
Order-60 Day Trial (Various)
Adopt: Order-60 Day Trial (Various)
Motion to adopt by C. Chau, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 2 absent (C. Conway, M. Leahy). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Drinkwater, Elliott, Mercier, Nuon, Rourke, SamarasThe roll call lists David Conway as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Chau, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 2 absent (C. Conway, M. Leahy). So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Samaras)
Ordinance-Create New Ch. 222-1 Entitled Murals
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance-Create New Ch. 222-1 Entitled Murals
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on May 25, 2021 at 7PM by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on May 25, 2021 at 7PM by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Rourke)
Wire Insp. - National Grid - Request Reconstruction Of Gas Pressure Regulator Station And Add A SCADA System At The...
Adopt: Wire Insp. - National Grid - Request Reconstruction Of Gas Pressure Regulator Station And Add A SCADA System At The Intersection Of...
In City Council, Motion to adopt and accept accompanying order by C. Samaras, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to adopt and accept accompanying order by C. Samaras, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Samaras, second: Nuon)
Claims - (2) Property Damage
Refer to Law Department: Claims - (2) Property Damage
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Nuon)
Misc. - Mary Jo El Kareh Request Installation Of A Plaque On The Corner Of Hanover And Merrimack Streets In Memory...
Refer to Law Department: Misc. - Mary Jo El Kareh Request Installation Of A Plaque On The Corner Of Hanover And Merrimack Streets In Memory Of Her...
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Elliott. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Elliott. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Elliott)
Misc. - Dean Sarris Request Installation Of Handicap Parking Sign In Front Of 48 Mammoth Road
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Dean Sarris Request Installation Of Handicap Parking Sign In Front Of 48 Mammoth Road
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Samaras. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Samaras. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Samaras)
Misc. - Chanveasna Pech Request Installation Of A Handicap Parking Sign In Front Of 7 Sheldon Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Chanveasna Pech Request Installation Of A Handicap Parking Sign In Front Of 7 Sheldon Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Chau)
National Grid/Verizon NE - Request Relocation Of (1) JO Pole At 61-69 Rock Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid/Verizon NE - Request Relocation Of (1) JO Pole At 61-69 Rock Street
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on May 25, 2021 at 7PM by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on May 25, 2021 at 7PM by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Rourke)
Ask the City Manager to Pay Close Attention To The Information Pertaining To A Bidder On The Lowell High School Project
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Pay Close Attention To The Information Pertaining To A Bidder On The Lowell High School Project
In City Council, seconded by C. Conway, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Conway, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Conway)
Ask the City Manager to Allow The John “Scott” Keenan Square Sign Be Moved From The Corner Of Stevens And Chelmsford...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Allow The John “Scott” Keenan Square Sign Be Moved From The Corner Of Stevens And Chelmsford...
In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Rourke)
Ask the City Manager to Spearhead A Working Group Of The Appropriate Individuals, Including Members Of The Police...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Spearhead A Working Group Of The Appropriate Individuals, Including Members Of The Police And...
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 Rodney M. Elliott, Vesna Nuon and Sokhary Chau; Rodney M. Elliott is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott)
Ask the City Manager to And Her Team Develop A Program And Strategies That Will Help Identify And Mitigate...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to And Her Team Develop A Program And Strategies That Will Help Identify And Mitigate Scams/Frauds...
In City Council, seconded by C. Elliott, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Elliott, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Elliott)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Install 4-Way Stop Signs At The Intersection Of Rockingham Avenue And...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Install 4-Way Stop Signs At The Intersection Of Rockingham Avenue And...
In City Council, seconded by C. Elliott, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Elliott, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Elliott)
Ask the City Manager to Work With The Lowell Fire Department To Provide A Report On The Condition Of Fire Stations...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With The Lowell Fire Department To Provide A Report On The Condition Of Fire Stations In...
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 Drinkwater and Vesna Nuon; John Drinkwater is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater)
Ask the City Manager to Investigate Ways To Calm Vehicle Speed And Improve Pedestrian Safety At Crosswalks On West...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Investigate Ways To Calm Vehicle Speed And Improve Pedestrian Safety At Crosswalks On West...
In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Rourke)
Ask the City Manager to Have Appropriate Department Conduct A Traffic Study On Route 38 And Andover Street...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Appropriate Department Conduct A Traffic Study On Route 38 And Andover Street, Including A...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Samaras, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to Have DPW Conduct A Condition Inspection And Report Prepared For All Culverts Supporting...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have DPW Conduct A Condition Inspection And Report Prepared For All Culverts Supporting Marbles...
In City Council, seconded by C. Elliott, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Elliott, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Elliott)
Ask the City Manager to Have Law Department Draft A Resolution Recognizing Asian And Pacific Islander Month (May)...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Law Department Draft A Resolution Recognizing Asian And Pacific Islander Month (May); And...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report To The Council Regarding The Process And Costs For Trash Cleaning And Waste...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report To The Council Regarding The Process And Costs For Trash Cleaning And Waste...
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 Sokhary Chau and John J. Leahy; Sokhary Chau is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Chau)
Ask the City Manager to Have DPW Ensure All Fire Houses Have Adequate Hot Water To Run Extractor Washers
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have DPW Ensure All Fire Houses Have Adequate Hot Water To Run Extractor Washers
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. The motion was filed by John J. Leahy, who is not shown as present, so no mover is shown.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (second: Chau)
Ask the City Manager to Explore Feasibility Of Placing Cameras On Top Of City Hall For Public/Private Enterprise
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Explore Feasibility Of Placing Cameras On Top Of City Hall For Public/Private Enterprise
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. The motion was filed by John J. Leahy, who is not shown as present, so no mover is shown.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (second: Rourke)
Executive Session - Regarding Matter Of Litigation, Namely Huot Et Al V. City Of Lowell, Public Discussion Of Which...
Go into executive session: Executive Session - Regarding Matter Of Litigation, Namely Huot Et Al V. City Of Lowell, Public Discussion Of Which...
In City Council, Vice Chair Mercier stated reason for Executive Session, Motion by C. Conway, seconded by C. Rourke to enter Executive Session for stated purpose and adjourn from Executive Session (9:35 PM). Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Vice Chair Mercier stated reason for Executive Session, Motion by C. Conway, seconded by C. Rourke to enter Executive Session for stated purpose and adjourn from Executive Session (9:35 PM). Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 absent (M. Leahy). So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Rourke)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Drinwater, seconded by C. Chauin Executive Session. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Drinwater, seconded by C. Chauin Executive Session. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater)
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