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Lowell City Council · 2022–2023 Council · Regular meeting

May 24, 2022

60 recorded votes, 51 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page

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Attendance

Note on these minutes: Mayor Sokhary Chau presiding.

Present: Sokhary Chau, John Drinkwater, Erik R. Gitschier, Wayne Jenness, John J. Leahy, Rita Mercier, Vesna Nuon, Corey Robinson, Daniel P. Rourke, Kimberly Scott, Paul Ratha Yem

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

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

Presentation - Juneteenth Events

Accept and place on file: Presentation - Juneteenth Events

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Suspend rules to discuss Veteran’s events

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to suspend rules to discuss Veteran’s events by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“Motion to suspend rules to discuss Veteran’s events by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)

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

Accept and place on file: Presentation - Juneteenth Events

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Yem, seconded by C. Gitschier. 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 and place on file” by C. Yem, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Gitschier)

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

Take Item #7.8 out of order

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #7.8 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 C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #7.8 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon)

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

Minutes Of Neighborhoods SC Joint With Public Safety SC May 17th; City Council Regular Meeting May 17th, For Acceptance

Accept and place on file: Minutes Of Neighborhoods SC Joint With Public Safety SC May 17th; City Council Regular Meeting May 17th, 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. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy. 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. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Leahy)

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

Ordinance - Amend Zoning Ext TTF Zone - 89 Agawam

Adopt: Ordinance - Amend Zoning Ext TTF Zone - 89 Agawam

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

Motion to adopt by C. Mercier seconded by C. Scott. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Mercier seconded by C. Scott. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Scott)

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

Ordinance - Amend Fee Schedule - Custodial Fee

Adopt: Ordinance - Amend Fee Schedule - Custodial Fee

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Rourke)

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

Ordinance - Create Position And Salary For Cadet - LPD

Adopt: Ordinance - Create Position And Salary For Cadet - LPD

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Leahy)

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

UTILITY PUBLIC HEARING

Take Item #12.20 out of order

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to take Item #12.20 out of order by C. Robinson, 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 #12.20 out of order by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, 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. Leahy, seconded by C. Jenness. 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. Leahy, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Jenness)

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

Refer to Neighborhoods SC: Motion Responses

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson to refer matter to Neighborhoods 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson to refer matter to Neighborhoods SC. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)

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

Bundle Items #6.1(O) and #6.1(P)

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Leahy to bundle Items #6.1(O) and #6.1(P). 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. Gitschier, seconded by C. Leahy to bundle Items #6.1(O) and #6.1(P). So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Leahy)

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

Communication - Planning Board Recommendation On Proposed Zoning Amendment To Rezone Parcels At 89 Agawam Street...

Accept and place on file: Communication - Planning Board Recommendation On Proposed Zoning Amendment To Rezone Parcels At 89 Agawam Street From...

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Gitschier seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.

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

From the minutes

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

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

Communication - Resignation Of Anne-Marie (Sreypov) Porter From Council On Aging

Accept and place on file: Communication - Resignation Of Anne-Marie (Sreypov) Porter From Council On Aging

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Bundle and waive second reading Items #7.1 to #7.5, inclusive

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to bundle and waive second reading Items #7.1 to #7.5, inclusive, by C. Nuon, seconded by 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

“Motion to bundle and waive second reading Items #7.1 to #7.5, inclusive, by C. Nuon, seconded by Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon)

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

Vote - Accept Timely Submission Of The Budget

Adopt: Vote - Accept Timely Submission Of The Budget

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

Motion to adopt by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Drinkwater)

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

Vote - Accept/Expend 200,000 MassDevelopment Cultural

Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend 200,000 MassDevelopment Cultural

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

Motion to adopt by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Drinkwater)

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

Vote - Accept/Expend FY23 Earmarked Funds - 200,000 Cambodia Town Archway

Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend FY23 Earmarked Funds - 200,000 Cambodia Town Archway

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

Motion to adopt by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Drinkwater)

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

Vote - Accept/Expend FY23 Earmarked Funds - 25,000 Downtown Lowell

Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend FY23 Earmarked Funds - 25,000 Downtown Lowell

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

Motion to adopt by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Drinkwater)

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

Vote - Accept/Expend FY23 Earmarked Funds - 700,000 Centralville & Pawtucketville

Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend FY23 Earmarked Funds - 700,000 Centralville & Pawtucketville

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

Motion to adopt by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Drinkwater)

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

Bundle Items # 7.6 to #7.7, inclusive, and #8.1 to #9.6, inclusive

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to bundle Items # 7.6 to #7.7, inclusive, and #8.1 to #9.6, inclusive. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to bundle Items # 7.6 to #7.7, inclusive, and #8.1 to #9.6, inclusive. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)

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

Vote - Endorse The 5 Year Capital Plan

Send to a public hearing: Vote - Endorse The 5 Year Capital Plan

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Nuon)

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

Vote - FY23 Appropriation Order

Send to a public hearing: Vote - FY23 Appropriation Order

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Nuon)

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

Vote - Parking Passcard Agreement - ONE Riverfront LLC

Adopt: Vote - Parking Passcard Agreement - ONE Riverfront LLC

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)

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

Take Item #12.13 out of order

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Yem, seconded by C. Drinkwater to take Item #12.13 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 by C. Yem, seconded by C. Drinkwater to take Item #12.13 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Drinkwater)

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

Loan Order - Capital Plan Loan Order

Send to a public hearing: Loan Order - Capital Plan Loan Order

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Nuon)

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

Loan Order - Grand Manor Judgment

Send to a public hearing: Loan Order - Grand Manor Judgment

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Nuon)

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

Ordinance - Amend Sewer Rate FY23

Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Sewer Rate FY23

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Nuon)

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

Ordinance - Amend Water Rate FY23

Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Water Rate FY23

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Nuon)

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

Ordinance - Create New Position (DPD - Energy Advocate)

Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Create New Position (DPD - Energy Advocate)

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Nuon)

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

Ordinance - Create New Position (DPW - Facilities & Infrastructure Project Manager)

Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Create New Position (DPW - Facilities & Infrastructure Project Manager)

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Nuon)

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

Ordinance - Create New Position (Fire - Assistant Chief)

Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Create New Position (Fire - Assistant Chief)

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Nuon)

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

Ordinance - Create New Position (HR - HR Generalist)

Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Create New Position (HR - HR Generalist)

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 7, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Nuon)

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

Economic/Downtown Development SC May 24, 2022

Accept the report: Economic/Downtown Development SC May 24, 2022

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Claim - (1) Property Damage

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

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Misc. - Charles Kafasis Request Installation Of "No Parking From Here To Corner" Sign At Corner Of Mt. Vernon And...

Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Charles Kafasis Request Installation Of "No Parking From Here To Corner" Sign At Corner Of Mt. Vernon...

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Mercier)

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

Misc. - Pineapple Realty Trust, LLC (Atty. John Cox) Request Extending Light Industry Zone Into Residential Zone At...

Refer to Law Department: Misc. - Pineapple Realty Trust, LLC (Atty. John Cox) Request Extending Light Industry Zone Into Residential Zone At 128...

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation and draft ordinance by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.

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

From the minutes

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Update The City Council On The Timeframe Of Replacement Of The...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Update The City Council On The Timeframe Of Replacement Of The Gas...

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: Gitschier, second: Rourke)

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

Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update To The Council Regarding LeLacheur Park

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update To The Council Regarding LeLacheur Park

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: Gitschier, second: Nuon)

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

Ask the City Manager to Provide The City Council With An Inventory Of City Owned Vehicles That Have A Purchase Price...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide The City Council With An Inventory Of City Owned Vehicles That Have A Purchase Price Of...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Update The City Council On The Plans For Maintenance Workers At Lowell High School

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Update The City Council On The Plans For Maintenance Workers At Lowell High School

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: Gitschier, second: Nuon)

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

Ask the City Manager to Address The Ongoing Issues With City Ball Field Maintenance

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Address The Ongoing Issues With City Ball Field Maintenance

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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 Corey Robinson and Erik R. Gitschier; Corey Robinson is shown as mover.

From the minutes

“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson)

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

Request: City Council Begin Discussions On Establishing A Fund Out Of The Mayor’s Office That Will Allow The City Of...

Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Council Begin Discussions On Establishing A Fund Out Of The Mayor’s Office That Will Allow The City Of...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager/Mayor. 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/Mayor. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Mercier)

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

Refer to Finance SC: Request: City Council Begin Discussions On Establishing A Fund Out Of The Mayor’s Office That Will Allow The City Of Lowell...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to refer to Finance SC. So voted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to refer to Finance SC. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)

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

Request: City Council Begin Discussions On Requesting From The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission To Be One...

Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Council Begin Discussions On Requesting From The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission To Be One Of...

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Look Into Updating Markings Or Any Other Possible Traffic Calming...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Look Into Updating Markings Or Any Other Possible Traffic Calming...

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide An Update On Wall At McPherson Park

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide An Update On Wall At McPherson Park

Minutes, page 10

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: Robinson, second: Drinkwater)

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

Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide An Update Regarding VFW Project And If There Is Still Plans...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide An Update Regarding VFW Project And If There Is Still Plans To...

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Work With City And School Unions, The Public School Community, PTO Organizations And...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With City And School Unions, The Public School Community, PTO Organizations And Volunteer...

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Establish The City Youth Commission In Accordance With Massachusetts...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Establish The City Youth Commission In Accordance With Massachusetts...

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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 Paul Ratha Yem and Corey Robinson; Paul Ratha Yem is shown as mover.

From the minutes

“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Yem)

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

Ask the City Manager to Have Appropriate Department Explore Installing A 4-Way Stop Sign At The Corner Of Suffolk...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Appropriate Department Explore Installing A 4-Way Stop Sign At The Corner Of Suffolk And...

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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 Paul Ratha Yem and Kimberly Scott; Paul Ratha Yem is shown as mover.

From the minutes

“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Yem)

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

Ask the City Manager to Report On The Acquisition And Implementation Of Interpretation Services For City Council...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Report On The Acquisition And Implementation Of Interpretation Services For City Council...

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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 Vesna Nuon and Paul Ratha Yem; Vesna Nuon is shown as mover.

From the minutes

“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon)

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

Ask the City Manager to Report On Providing An Overview Of Various Programs And Services That Are Designed To Assist...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Report On Providing An Overview Of Various Programs And Services That Are Designed To Assist...

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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 Vesna Nuon and Wayne Jenness; Vesna Nuon is shown as mover.

From the minutes

“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon)

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

Ask the City Manager to Have Law Department Investigate Drafting An Ordinance Prohibiting The Sale Of Gasoline At...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Law Department Investigate Drafting An Ordinance Prohibiting The Sale Of Gasoline At City...

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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 Wayne Jenness and Corey Robinson; Wayne Jenness is shown as mover.

From the minutes

“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness)

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

Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Inspect And Upgrade Crosswalks On Rogers Street In The Vicinity Of...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Inspect And Upgrade Crosswalks On Rogers Street In The Vicinity Of...

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update Regarding Firehouse Water Heater Repairs

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update Regarding Firehouse Water Heater Repairs

Minutes, page 11

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: Leahy, second: Drinkwater)

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

Ask the City Manager to Have Law Department Draft A Resolution Recognizing African Unity Day In Lowell On May 25th

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Law Department Draft A Resolution Recognizing African Unity Day In Lowell On May 25th

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Have LPD Look Into Cut Through Traffic On Concord Street, From Church Street To Rogers...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have LPD Look Into Cut Through Traffic On Concord Street, From Church Street To Rogers Street...

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

ADJOURNMENT

Adjourn

Minutes, page 12

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

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