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May 31, 2022
34 recorded votes, 28 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Mayor Sokhary Chau presiding. Taking part remotely (Zoom): Wayne Jenness.
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
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. Yem. So voted.
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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. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Yem)
Minutes Of Economic/Downtown Development SC May 24th; City Council Regular Meeting May 24th, For Acceptance
Accept and place on file: Minutes Of Economic/Downtown Development SC May 24th; City Council Regular Meeting May 24th, For Acceptance
In City Council, minutes read, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, minutes read, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Scott)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Leahy)
Refer to the Law Department to draft ordinance similar to Springfield: Motion Responses
Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to refer to Law Department to draft ordinance similar to Springfield, Ma. and bring before Council. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to refer to Law Department to draft ordinance similar to Springfield, Ma. and bring before Council. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
Refer to the a joint Neighborhoods: Motion Responses
J) Motion Response - McPherson Park Splash Pad Feasibility – Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem to refer matter to a joint Neighborhoods and Finance SC. So voted.
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“J) Motion Response - McPherson Park Splash Pad Feasibility – Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem to refer matter to a joint Neighborhoods and Finance SC. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Yem)
Informational Reports
Bundle and waive second reading of Items #5.1 to #5.4, inclusive
Motion to bundle and waive second reading of Items #5.1 to #5.4, inclusive, by C. Scott, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Motion to bundle and waive second reading of Items #5.1 to #5.4, inclusive, by C. Scott, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Robinson)
Vote - Accept/Expend $68,221.78 COVID-19 Sexual And Domestic Violence Trust Fund – LPD
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $68,221.78 COVID-19 Sexual And Domestic Violence Trust Fund – LPD
Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Vote - Accept/Expend FY23 Earmarked Funds - Lower Locks
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend FY23 Earmarked Funds - Lower Locks
Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Vote - Transfer Funds For Hearing Officer – Law
Adopt: Vote - Transfer Funds For Hearing Officer – Law
Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Vote - Transfer Funds For Postage – Treasurer
Adopt: Vote - Transfer Funds For Postage – Treasurer
Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Prepare updated fee schedule: Vote - Transfer Funds For Postage – Treasurer
Motion by C. Yem, seconded by C. Scott to prepare updated fee schedule. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Yem, seconded by C. Scott to prepare updated fee schedule. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Scott)
Suspend rules
Motion to suspend rules by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier to allow 60-Day Trial Order to be acted upon. So voted.
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“Motion to suspend rules by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier to allow 60-Day Trial Order to be acted upon. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Gitschier)
Adopt: Vote - Transfer Funds For Postage – Treasurer
Motion to adopt by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Mercier)
Ordinance - Amend Zoning Section 4.3.3 Home Occupation - As Of Right
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Zoning Section 4.3.3 Home Occupation - As Of Right
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 12, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted.
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“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 12, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Gitschier)
Resolution - African Unity Day
Adopt: Resolution - African Unity Day
Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Noun. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Noun. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Claim - (1) Property Damage
Refer to Law Department: Claim - (1) Property Damage
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Mercier)
National Grid - Request Replacement Of 4-Inch Regulator Station On Lakeview Avenue
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request Replacement Of 4-Inch Regulator Station On Lakeview Avenue
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 14, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 14, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
National Grid - Request Installation Of 7 Feet Of Gas Main Along Dalton Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request Installation Of 7 Feet Of Gas Main Along Dalton Street
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 14, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 14, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Rourke)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Look At Burnham Road To Possibly Install Curbing And/Or Berm To...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Look At Burnham Road To Possibly Install Curbing And/Or Berm To Prevent...
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)
Ask the City Manager to Update City Council On Homeless Coordinator Position And Any New Updates On Programs Or...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Update City Council On Homeless Coordinator Position And Any New Updates On Programs Or Resources
In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report Regarding Roadwork Being Done On Andover Street Near The Tewksbury Line And...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report Regarding Roadwork Being Done On Andover Street Near The Tewksbury Line And...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update Regarding Development Of Cawley Stadium And The Martin Athletic Complex...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update Regarding Development Of Cawley Stadium And The Martin Athletic Complex And...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager/Parks and Recreation SC. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager/Parks and Recreation SC. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Request: City Auditor Provide Report On The Depreciation Schedule For All The Assets That The City Owns
Refer to City Auditor: Request: City Auditor Provide Report On The Depreciation Schedule For All The Assets That The City Owns
In City Council, seconded by C. Yem, referred to City Auditor. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Yem, referred to City Auditor. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Yem)
Ask the City Manager to Have CFO Provide A Report On Health Insurance Trust Fund
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have CFO Provide A Report On Health Insurance Trust Fund
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: Nuon, second: Drinkwater)
Ask the City Manager to Have CFO Report On Debt-Exclusion Process For The $38.5 Million Dollars Cost Overrun At LHS...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have CFO Report On Debt-Exclusion Process For The $38.5 Million Dollars Cost Overrun At LHS...
In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Gitschier)
Ask the City Manager to Have The CFO Report The Balance Of The Funding In The Reserve Account From Revenue Derived...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The CFO Report The Balance Of The Funding In The Reserve Account From Revenue Derived From...
In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Refer to the Cannabis Control SC: Ask the City Manager to Have The CFO Report The Balance Of The Funding In The Reserve Account From Revenue...
Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Drinkwater to refer to Cannabis Control SC. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Drinkwater to refer to Cannabis Control SC. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Drinkwater)
Request: City Council Declare First Friday In June As "Gun Violence Awareness Day"
Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Council Declare First Friday In June As "Gun Violence Awareness Day"
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Add A Map And Location Of All Electric Vehicle Charging Stations...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Add A Map And Location Of All Electric Vehicle Charging Stations To...
In City Council, seconded by C. Leahy, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Leahy, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Leahy)
Ask the City Manager to Update The City Council On Open Positions Within The City Workforce And Filling The...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Update The City Council On Open Positions Within The City Workforce And Filling The Positions...
In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to And Appropriate Departments, I.E. MIS And LTC, Establish A Protocol To Allow Still...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to And Appropriate Departments, I.E. MIS And LTC, Establish A Protocol To Allow Still Photos/Short...
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 Erik R. Gitschier; Paul Ratha Yem is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Yem)
Request: Mayor Chau Establish The City Council Veteran SC
Refer to the Mayor/City Manager: Request: Mayor Chau Establish The City Council Veteran SC
In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to Mayor/City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to Mayor/City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Robinson)
Request: Rules SC Set A Half Hour Rule To Read New Motions At Each City Council Meeting
Refer to Rules SC: Request: Rules SC Set A Half Hour Rule To Read New Motions At Each City Council Meeting
In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson referred to Rules SC. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson referred to Rules SC. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Robinson)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Gitschier seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Gitschier seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
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