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Lowell City Council · 2020–2021 Council · Regular meeting

September 14, 2021

54 recorded votes, 41 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: Meetings Will Be Held

Accept and place on file: Communication Remote / Zoom Participation: Meetings Will Be Held

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. Conway. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“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. Conway. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Conway)

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

Take Items #11.3 and #11.7 out of order

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to suspend rules by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to take Items #11.3 and #11.7 out of order. 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. Nuon to take Items #11.3 and #11.7 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)

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

Minutes Of Transportation SC August 24th; City Council Regular Meeting August 24th; Zoning SC September 7th, For...

Accept and place on file: Minutes Of Transportation SC August 24th; City Council Regular Meeting August 24th; Zoning SC September 7th, 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. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.

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

From the minutes

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

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

Ordinance- Create Position And Salary Of DEI Officer In City Manager's Office

Adopt: Ordinance- Create Position And Salary Of DEI Officer In City Manager's Office

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Take Item #11.8 out of order

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to suspend rules by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier to take Item #11.8 out of order. 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier to take Item #11.8 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)

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. Nuon, seconded by C. Samaras. So voted.

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

From the minutes

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

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

Take Item #11.14 out of order

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to take Item #11.14 out of order by C. Chau, 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 take Item #11.14 out of order by C. Chau, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Nuon)

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

Refer to the Municipal Facilities SC: Motion Responses

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Nuon to refer to Municipal Facilities SC. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“Motion by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Nuon to refer to Municipal Facilities SC. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Nuon)

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

Communication - Reappointment Of Greg Studwell To Sustainability Council

Approve: Communication - Reappointment Of Greg Studwell To Sustainability Council

Minutes, page 4

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Communication - City

Adopt: Communication - City

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Bundle and waive second readings of Items #6.1 to #6.8, inclusive

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to bundle and waive second readings of Items #6.1 to #6.8, 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. Nuon to bundle and waive second readings of Items #6.1 to #6.8, inclusive. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)

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

Vote - Approve Exemption Of George E Sansoucy From MGL Ch 268A S20

Adopt: Vote - Approve Exemption Of George E Sansoucy From MGL Ch 268A S20

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote- Authorize CM Accept Gift Of 7,500.00 From DCU To LFD

Adopt: Vote- Authorize CM Accept Gift Of 7,500.00 From DCU To LFD

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote- Authorize CM Accept.Expend 15,000 FY22 First Responder Naloxone Grant To LPD

Adopt: Vote- Authorize CM Accept.Expend 15,000 FY22 First Responder Naloxone Grant To LPD

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote- Authorize CM Apply.Accept. Expend 35,439.00 JAG FY 2021 Grant To LPD

Adopt: Vote- Authorize CM Apply.Accept. Expend 35,439.00 JAG FY 2021 Grant To LPD

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote- Authorize CM Execute MOU With Lowell Organization Of City Engineers

Adopt: Vote- Authorize CM Execute MOU With Lowell Organization Of City Engineers

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote- Authorize CM Execute MOU With Merrimack Valley Employees Assoc Unit IIP

Adopt: Vote- Authorize CM Execute MOU With Merrimack Valley Employees Assoc Unit IIP

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote- Authorize CM Executed Temporary Access Agreement With Boott Hydropower LLC

Adopt: Vote- Authorize CM Executed Temporary Access Agreement With Boott Hydropower LLC

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote- Transfer 4,100.00 To Cemetery Division Of DPW

Adopt: Vote- Transfer 4,100.00 To Cemetery Division Of DPW

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Order- 60 Day Trial

Adopt: Order- 60 Day Trial

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Communication - City Manager Request Approval Of Constable Bond For Curtis Freeman

Adopt: Communication - City Manager Request Approval Of Constable Bond For Curtis Freeman

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 9 present

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

From the minutes

“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)

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

Subcommittee Reports: 1) Zoning SC September 7, 2021

Accept the report: Subcommittee Reports: 1) Zoning SC September 7, 2021

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to accept the report as a report of progress and adopt motions 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

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

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

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to accept the report as a report of progress and adopt motions 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

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

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

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to accept the report as a report of progress and adopt motions by C. Elliott, 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 accept the report as a report of progress and adopt motions by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Drinkwater)

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

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to accept the report as a report of progress and adopt motions by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. 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 and adopt motions by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Samaras)

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. Rourke, 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. Rourke, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Drinkwater)

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

Bundle items: Claim - (1) Property Damage

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to bundle Items #10.2 to #10.12, inclusive, and refer to public hearing at 7PM on September 28, 2021. 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 #10.2 to #10.12, inclusive, and refer to public hearing at 7PM on September 28, 2021. So voted..”

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

Cellco Partnership D/B/A Verizon Wireless - Request Installation Of Small Cell Facility On Existing Utility Pole #10...

Send to a public hearing: Cellco Partnership D/B/A Verizon Wireless - Request Installation Of Small Cell Facility On Existing Utility Pole #10 At...

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, 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, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Drinkwater)

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

Cellco Partnership D/B/A Verizon Wireless - Request Installation Of Small Cell Facility On Existing Utility Pole #4...

Send to a public hearing: Cellco Partnership D/B/A Verizon Wireless - Request Installation Of Small Cell Facility On Existing Utility Pole #4 At...

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, 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, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Drinkwater)

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

Cellco Partnership D/B/A Verizon Wireless - Request Installation Of Small Cell Facility On Existing Utility Pole...

Send to a public hearing: Cellco Partnership D/B/A Verizon Wireless - Request Installation Of Small Cell Facility On Existing Utility Pole #65-1...

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, 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, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Drinkwater)

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

Cellco Partnership D/B/A Verizon Wireless - Request Installation Of Small Cell Facility On Existing Utility Pole #92...

Send to a public hearing: Cellco Partnership D/B/A Verizon Wireless - Request Installation Of Small Cell Facility On Existing Utility Pole #92 At...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, 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, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Drinkwater)

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

Cellco Partnership D/B/A Verizon Wireless - Request Installation Of Small Cell Facility On Existing Utility Pole At...

Send to a public hearing: Cellco Partnership D/B/A Verizon Wireless - Request Installation Of Small Cell Facility On Existing Utility Pole At 119...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, 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, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Drinkwater)

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

Send to a public hearing: Cellco Partnership D/B/A Verizon Wireless - Request Installation Of Small Cell Facility On Existing Utility Pole At 7...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, 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, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Drinkwater)

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

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, 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, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Drinkwater)

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

Send to a public hearing: Cellco Partnership D/B/A Verizon Wireless - Request Installation Of Small Cell Facility On Existing Utility Pole At 72...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, 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, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Drinkwater)

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

National Grid - Request Installation Of 12 Inch Coated Steel Gas Main Along Marshall Avenue, West Forest Street And...

Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request Installation Of 12 Inch Coated Steel Gas Main Along Marshall Avenue, West Forest Street And...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, 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, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Drinkwater)

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

National Grid - Request Installation Of Six Inch Plastic Gas Main 310 Feet Along 4-25 Astor Street

Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request Installation Of Six Inch Plastic Gas Main 310 Feet Along 4-25 Astor Street

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, 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, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Drinkwater)

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

National Grid - Request Replacing Cast Iron Gas Pipe With Plastic Along Genest Avenue

Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request Replacing Cast Iron Gas Pipe With Plastic Along Genest Avenue

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, 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, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on September 28, 2021 at 7PM by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Drinkwater)

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

Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Remove The “Tow Area- No Parking” Sign And Replace It With “Church...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Remove The “Tow Area- No Parking” Sign And Replace It With “Church Only...

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: Mercier, second: Nuon)

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

Ask the City Manager to Explore Ways And Means To Purchase For Use By The LPD From First Responder Money, A 4-Door...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Explore Ways And Means To Purchase For Use By The LPD From First Responder Money, A 4-Door ATV...

Minutes, page 8

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: Mercier, second: Rourke)

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

Request: City Council Vote To Recommend To The Board Of Parks Dedicate The Basketball Courts At Fr. Maquire Park In...

Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Council Vote To Recommend To The Board Of Parks Dedicate The Basketball Courts At Fr. Maquire Park In...

Minutes, page 8

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: Elliott, second: Rourke)

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

Request: Transportation SC Meet Regarding Traffic Congestion On West Meadow Road During School Hours

Refer to Transportation SC: Request: Transportation SC Meet Regarding Traffic Congestion On West Meadow Road During School Hours

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

From the minutes

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Have Inspectional Services Take Immediate Measures To Address Trash Issues On White Street...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Inspectional Services Take Immediate Measures To Address Trash Issues On White Street...

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: Elliott, second: Mercier)

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

Ask the City Manager to Have DPW Provide A Report Regarding The Number Of Beaver Dams Addressed At Streams, Brooks...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have DPW Provide A Report Regarding The Number Of Beaver Dams Addressed At Streams, Brooks And...

Minutes, page 9

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: Elliott, second: Nuon)

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

Request: Transportation SC Meet Regarding Designating Parking Spots On Mt. Hope Street For The Church, Between White...

Refer to the City Manager: Request: Transportation SC Meet Regarding Designating Parking Spots On Mt. Hope Street For The Church, Between White...

Minutes, page 9

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: Elliott, second: Rourke)

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

Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update Regarding Hiring Process To Fill The ARPA Finance Manager, As Well As The...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update Regarding Hiring Process To Fill The ARPA Finance Manager, As Well As The...

Minutes, page 9

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: Nuon, second: Mercier)

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

Ask the City Manager to Update Council Regarding Traffic Engineer Position And Initiate The Addition Of A Traffic...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Update Council Regarding Traffic Engineer Position And Initiate The Addition Of A Traffic...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Provide Update Regarding Construction/Bridge Projects Throughout The City

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide Update Regarding Construction/Bridge Projects Throughout The City

Minutes, page 9

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: Rourke, second: Nuon)

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

Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update Regarding The GoLowell Shared Streets Projects And Corridor Studies, And...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update Regarding The GoLowell Shared Streets Projects And Corridor Studies, And...

Minutes, page 10

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 10 (PDF)

Ask the City Manager to Contact Property Owner At Corner Of Nottingham And Powell Streets To Address The Unsightly...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Contact Property Owner At Corner Of Nottingham And Powell Streets To Address The Unsightly...

Minutes, page 10

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 10 (PDF)

Ask the City Manager to Have LPD Provide Report Regarding Enforcement Of Noise Ordinance On “Low Riding” Vehicles In...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have LPD Provide Report Regarding Enforcement Of Noise Ordinance On “Low Riding” Vehicles In...

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Investigate Installing A Fence Around Scullin Park/Morey School Playground Due To Safety...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Investigate Installing A Fence Around Scullin Park/Morey School Playground Due To Safety...

Minutes, page 10

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 10 (PDF)

Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report Regarding The Status Of The Cement Stands At Cawley Stadium

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report Regarding The Status Of The Cement Stands At Cawley Stadium

Minutes, page 10

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: Samaras, second: Rourke)

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

ADJOURNMENT

Adjourn

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

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