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54 recorded votes, 39 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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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
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. Nuon, seconded by C. Chau. 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Chau)
Accept and place on file: Minutes Of City Council Regular Meeting May 11th, 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)
Adopt: Ordinance-Create New Ch. 222-1 Entitled Murals
Motion to adopt by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Rourke)
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid/Verizon NE - Request Relocation Of (1) JO Pole At 61-69 Rock Street
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)
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Conway, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Conway, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Chau)
Refer to the Transportation SC by C: Motion Responses
A) Motion Response - Old Ferry-Varnum Roundabout – Motion to refer to Transportation SC by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“A) Motion Response - Old Ferry-Varnum Roundabout – Motion to refer to Transportation SC by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Nuon)
Approve: Communication To Appointment Joseph P. Pyne To Monument Committee
In City Council, Read, Motion to adopt by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
“In City Council, Read, Motion to adopt by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Drinkwater)
Adopt: Communication - City
In City Council, Read, Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Chau. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
“In City Council, Read, Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Chau. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Chau)
Bundle and waive second reading Items #7.1 to #7.13 inclusive with the exception of Item #7.12
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Elliott to bundle and waive second reading Items #7.1 to #7.13 inclusive with the exception of Item #7.12. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Elliott to bundle and waive second reading Items #7.1 to #7.13 inclusive with the exception of Item #7.12. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Elliott)
Approve: Vote - Appoint Interim City Auditor-Sheryl Wright
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Samaras)
Schedule meeting if needed regarding auditor department
Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Mercier to schedule meeting if needed regarding auditor department. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Mercier to schedule meeting if needed regarding auditor department. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Mercier)
Adopt: Vote - Accept Timely Receipt Of Budget FY22
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Samaras)
Adopt: Vote - Approve And Submit Letter To US Economic Dev Admin
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Samaras)
Adopt: Vote - Approve The FY22 Community Preservation Fund Budget
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Samaras)
Send to a public hearing: Vote - Endorse 5 Year Capital Plan
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on June 8, 2021 at 7PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. So voted.
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“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on June 8, 2021 at 7PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Samaras)
Send to a public hearing: Vote - FY22 Appropriation Order
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on June 8, 2021 at 7PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. So voted.
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“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on June 8, 2021 at 7PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Samaras)
Adopt: Vote- Adopt Dept Of Revenue Recommendation
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Samaras)
Adopt: Vote- Apply.Accept.Expend 7,000,000 MassWorks Infrastructure Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Samaras)
Adopt: Vote-Apply.Accept.Expend 2,500,000 MassWorks Infrastructure Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Samaras)
Adopt: Vote-Apply.Accept.Expend 250,000 Housing Choice Program Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Samaras)
Adopt: Vote-Apply.Accept.Expend 75,000 Community Planning Program Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Samaras)
Refer Finance SC: Vote-Authorize
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer Finance SC by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Conway. So voted.
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“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer Finance SC by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Conway. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Conway)
Adopt: Vote-Special Act To Fill Vacancy On School Committee
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Samaras)
Send to a public hearing: Loan Order - Capital Plan Loan Order FY22
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on June 8, 2021 at 7PM 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.
“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on June 8, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Rourke)
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance- Create Cyber Security Administrator Position In MIS Position And Salary
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on June 8, 2021 at 7PM by C. Conway, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on June 8, 2021 at 7PM by C. Conway, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Chau)
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance- Create Grant Writer Position In Fire And Establish Salary
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on June 8, 2021 at 7PM by C. Chau, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted.
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“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on June 8, 2021 at 7PM by C. Chau, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Drinkwater)
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance- Create Utility Engineer Position In Water And Establish Salary
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on June 8, 2021 at 7PM by C. Samaras, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on June 8, 2021 at 7PM by C. Samaras, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Samaras, second: Rourke)
Adopt: Resolution-May As Asian-American And Pacific Islander Month
Motion to adopt by C. Chau, seconded by C. Conway. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Chau, seconded by C. Conway. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Conway)
Adopt: Communication - City Manager Request Approval Of Constable Bonds For Juan Garcia
In City Council, Read, Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
“In City Council, Read, Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Drinkwater)
Accept the report: Subcommittee Reports
Motion to accept the reports as reports of progress and adopt motions by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“Motion to accept the reports as reports of progress and adopt motions by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Chau)
Bundle and adopt Items #13.1 to #13.3 inclusive
Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Rourke to bundle and adopt Items #13.1 to #13.3 inclusive. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Rourke to bundle and adopt Items #13.1 to #13.3 inclusive. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Rourke)
Refer to Law Department: Claims - (2) Property Damage
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Rourke)
Refer to Law Department: Misc. - Maurice Mason, Jr. Request Installation Of Overhanging Sign At 147 East Merrimack Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Rourke)
Refer to the City Manager: Misc. - Dagabavto Nieves - Request City Council Review And Upgrade Safety Measures At Crosswalks Throughout The City
In City Council, Motion to refer to City Manager / Law Department 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.
“In City Council, Motion to refer to City Manager / Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Rourke)
Send to a public hearing: Comcast - Request Installation Of Communications Conduit To Provide Service From 138 To 160 Middlesex Street
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on June 8, 2021 at 7PM by C. Drinkwater, 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.
“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on June 8, 2021 at 7PM by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Chau)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Obtain And Provide A Financial Report On Expenditures/Contracts And Work Authorized As Well As...
In City Council, seconded by C. Drinkwater, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Drinkwater, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Drinkwater)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report Regarding The Status Of The Last Phase Of The Housing Development By First...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Nuon)
Refer to Zoning SC: Request: Zoning SC Meet Regarding Changing Zones That Have No Set Back Requirements That Allow Construction To Directly Abut...
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to Zoning SC. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to Zoning SC. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Mercier)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Find Ways And Means To Install 4-Way Stop Signs At The Intersections Of...
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: Mercier, second: Elliott)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Inform City Council As To Policy Regarding Juneteenth Holiday In Terms Of City’s Recognition Of...
In City Council, seconded by C. Drinkwater, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Drinkwater, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Drinkwater)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Investigate And Report To City Council The Situation On Maple Street...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Evaluate The Feasibility Of Returning To Weekly Yard Waste Pick-Up During The Growing Season...
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.
“In City Council, seconded by C. Elliott, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Elliott)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to And The DPW Commissioner Provide An Updated Report Regarding The Plan To Increase Surveillance...
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: Conway, second: Elliott)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Ask The Lowell Housing Authority For An Update Regarding The Zoning Change For Rivers Edge...
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: Nuon, second: Elliott)
Refer to the Non-Profit Organizations SC: Request: Non-Profit Organizations SC Meet To Enable Local Non-Profits To Provide Input Regarding...
In City Council, no second needed, referred to Non-Profit Organizations 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 William Samaras and Vesna Nuon; William Samaras is shown as mover.
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to Non-Profit Organizations SC. So voted..” (Motion: Samaras)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Instruct Proper Department To Draft A Resolution In Support Of Senate Bill 2246 - An Act To...
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 William Samaras and Vesna Nuon; William Samaras is shown as mover.
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Samaras)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report On What Steps Are Being Taken To Ensure That All Groups In The City Understand...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Samaras, second: Nuon)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide Information Regarding How The Funds Provided By The American Rescue Plan Can Be...
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.
“In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Samaras, second: Rourke)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to , Human Resource Department And Council Have Discussion Concerning The Traffic Engineer...
In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Chau)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Investigate Placing A “No Parking Here To Corner” Sign On Middlesex Street At The Corner Of...
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.
“In City Council, seconded by C. Drinkwater, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Drinkwater)
Motion: Request: Non-Profit Organizations SC Meet To Discuss And Review The Allowable Usage Guidance And Opportunities Utilizing Funds To Be...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, Non-Profit Organizations SC. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, Non-Profit Organizations SC. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Nuon)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Install A Four-Way Stop Sign At The Intersection Of Havilah And...
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: Drinkwater, second: Elliott)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Director Of Elections Attend A City Council Meeting To Present (1) Requirements For...
In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Rourke)
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Elliott. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Elliott. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Elliott)
From the Lowell City Council’s official minutes, posted by the City Clerk in the city’s Agenda Center (City Council). We check every vote against the councilors present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: the City of Lowell’s official councilor headshots, from each councilor’s page in the city’s staff directory (linked from “Meet the City Council” on lowellma.gov).
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