MassVoter.com← Lowell City CouncilLowell City Council · 2022–2023 Council · Regular meeting
July 12, 2022
70 recorded votes, 54 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Vice Chair Erik R. Gitschier presiding.
Present: John Drinkwater, Erik R. Gitschier, Wayne Jenness, John J. Leahy, Rita Mercier, Vesna Nuon, Corey Robinson, Kimberly Scott
Absent: Sokhary Chau, Daniel P. Rourke, Paul Ratha Yem
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. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy. 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. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Leahy)
Presentation - Loading Dock Arts, Inc. (Suzanne Hodge) Regarding Multicultural Event Entitled "Celebrating...
Accept and place on file: Presentation - Loading Dock Arts, Inc. (Suzanne Hodge) Regarding Multicultural Event Entitled "Celebrating Diversity...
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Mercier)
Suspend rules to introduce new Election Director
Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson to suspend rules to introduce new Election Director. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson to suspend rules to introduce new Election Director. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Minutes Of Housing SC Joint With Zoning SC June 28th; City Council Regular Meeting June 28th; Parks And Recreation...
Accept and place on file: Minutes Of Housing SC Joint With Zoning SC June 28th; City Council Regular Meeting June 28th; Parks And Recreation SC...
In City Council, minutes read, Motion “To accept and place on file as amended” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“In City Council, minutes read, Motion “To accept and place on file as amended” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Ordinance - Amend Zoning Section 4.3.3 Home Occupation - As Of Right
Keep public hearing open and continue to July 26, 2022
Motion to keep public hearing open and continue to July 26, 2022 by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 1 nay (C. Robinson), 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
Yes: Drinkwater, Gitschier, Jenness, Leahy, Mercier, Nuon, ScottNo: RobinsonThe roll call names the no votes and gives 7 yeas, which matches the other councilors present; they are shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“Motion to keep public hearing open and continue to July 26, 2022 by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 1 nay (C. Robinson), 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Jenness)
Adopt: Ordinance - Amend Zoning Section 4.3.3 Home Occupation - As Of Right
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness seconded by C. Drinkwater. Denied by Roll Call vote 4 yeas, 4 nays (C. Gitschier, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson), 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
Yes: Drinkwater, Jenness, Leahy, ScottNo: Gitschier, Mercier, Nuon, RobinsonThe roll call names the no votes and gives 4 yeas, which matches the other councilors present; they are shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness seconded by C. Drinkwater. Denied by Roll Call vote 4 yeas, 4 nays (C. Gitschier, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson), 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Drinkwater)
Refer to Law Department: Ordinance - Amend Zoning Section 4.3.3 Home Occupation - As Of Right
Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier to refer to Law Department for placing cap as well possible waivers. Denied by Roll Call vote 4 yeas, 4 nays (C. Drinkwater, C. Jenness, C. Leahy, C. Scott), 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
Yes: Gitschier, Mercier, Nuon, RobinsonNo: Drinkwater, Jenness, Leahy, ScottThe roll call names the no votes and gives 4 yeas, which matches the other councilors present; they are shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier to refer to Law Department for placing cap as well possible waivers. Denied by Roll Call vote 4 yeas, 4 nays (C. Drinkwater, C. Jenness, C. Leahy, C. Scott), 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Ordinance - Amend Fee Schedule - Accident Report
Adopt: Ordinance - Amend Fee Schedule - Accident Report
Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Ordinance - Amend HCID Parking Garage
Adopt: Ordinance - Amend HCID Parking Garage
Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Leahy)
Ordinance - Amend Self-Service Gas Station
Adopt: Ordinance - Amend Self-Service Gas Station
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Drinkwater)
Ordinance - Create LPD Revolving Funds
Adopt: Ordinance - Create LPD Revolving Funds
Motion to adopt by C. Scott, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Scott, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Robinson)
National Grid - Request Installation Of Electric Underground Conduit To Service Middlesex Street (Boys And Girls Club)
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request Installation Of Electric Underground Conduit To Service Middlesex Street (Boys And Girls Club)
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Jenness)
National Grid - Request Installation Of Underground Electric Conduit At Thorndike And Summer Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request Installation Of Underground Electric Conduit At Thorndike And Summer Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Scott, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Scott, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Mercier)
National Grid/Verizon NE - Request Installation (1) JO Pole #3 At Pine Hill Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid/Verizon NE - Request Installation (1) JO Pole #3 At Pine Hill Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Drinkwater)
National Grid/Verizon NE - Request Installation Of (1) JO Pole On Summer Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid/Verizon NE - Request Installation Of (1) JO Pole On Summer Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Jenness)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Leahy)
Refer report to Manager’s Office for updating
Motion to refer report to Manager’s Office for updating by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted.
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“Motion to refer report to Manager’s Office for updating by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Leahy)
Refer to Housing/Zoning joint SC: Motion Responses
G) Motion Response - Accessory Dwelling Unit Draft & Attachement with Ordinance Draft – Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Drinkwater to refer to Housing/Zoning joint SC. So voted.
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“G) Motion Response - Accessory Dwelling Unit Draft & Attachement with Ordinance Draft – Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Drinkwater to refer to Housing/Zoning joint SC. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Drinkwater)
Informational Reports INFORMATIONAL - Massachusetts Clean Water Trust Project Approval - None
Take Items #11.4 and #11.5 out of order
Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier to take Items #11.4 and #11.5 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier to take Items #11.4 and #11.5 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Refer to the Environmental: Informational Reports INFORMATIONAL - Massachusetts Clean Water Trust Project Approval - None
Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson to refer matter to Environmental and Flood Issues SC. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson to refer matter to Environmental and Flood Issues SC. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Take Items #11.21, 22 out of order
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Leahy to take Items #11.21, 22, and 23 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Leahy to take Items #11.21, 22, and 23 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Leahy)
Communication - Planning Board Recommendation On Proposed Zoning Amendment Of Section 4.3.3 Home Occupations - By Right
Accept and place on file: Communication - Planning Board Recommendation On Proposed Zoning Amendment Of Section 4.3.3 Home Occupations - By Right
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Scott)
Bundle and waive second reading Items #7.1 to #7.11, inclusive
Motion to bundle and waive second reading Items #7.1 to #7.11, inclusive, by C. Robinson, seconded by Mercier. So voted.
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“Motion to bundle and waive second reading Items #7.1 to #7.11, inclusive, by C. Robinson, seconded by Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson)
Vote - Accept/Expend Fire S.A.F.E. Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend Fire S.A.F.E. Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Vote - License Agreement - Callery Park Little League Baseball
Adopt: Vote - License Agreement - Callery Park Little League Baseball
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Vote - License Agreement - Centralville Baseball League Inc
Adopt: Vote - License Agreement - Centralville Baseball League Inc
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Vote - License Agreement - Highland Sports Association, Inc
Adopt: Vote - License Agreement - Highland Sports Association, Inc
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Vote - License Agreement - Pawtucketville Youth Organization, Inc
Adopt: Vote - License Agreement - Pawtucketville Youth Organization, Inc
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Vote - License Agreement - Robert Clemente League, Inc
Adopt: Vote - License Agreement - Robert Clemente League, Inc
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Vote - License Agreement - The Shedd Park Baseball Organization, Inc
Adopt: Vote - License Agreement - The Shedd Park Baseball Organization, Inc
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Vote - Transfer $210,000 - General Fund
Adopt: Vote - Transfer $210,000 - General Fund
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Vote - Transfer $32,000 - Health Insurance
Adopt: Vote - Transfer $32,000 - Health Insurance
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Vote - Transfer $500,000 – Medicaid
Adopt: Vote - Transfer $500,000 – Medicaid
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Vote - Transfer $9,800 – Payroll
Adopt: Vote - Transfer $9,800 – Payroll
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Ordinance - Amend C.270 Waste And Recycling
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend C.270 Waste And Recycling
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 26, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 26, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Take Items #11.2, 11.12 and 11.15 out of order
Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness to take Items #11.2, 11.12 and 11.15 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness to take Items #11.2, 11.12 and 11.15 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Subcommittee Reports: 1) Parks and Recreation SC June 29th
Accept the report: Subcommittee Reports: 1) Parks and Recreation SC June 29th
Motion to accept the report as a report of progress and adopt motions by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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“Motion to accept the report as a report of progress and adopt motions by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Jenness)
Motion to accept the report as a report of progress and adopt motions by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“Motion to accept the report as a report of progress and adopt motions by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Claims - (2) Property Damage
Refer to Law Department: Claims - (2) Property Damage
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Jenness)
Bundle Items #10.2 to #10.4, inclusive
Motion to bundle Items #10.2 to #10.4, inclusive by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Motion to bundle Items #10.2 to #10.4, inclusive by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Misc. - Kesadarina (Concerned Citizens Of Lowell) Request Council Install Four Way Stop Sign At The Corner Of...
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Kesadarina (Concerned Citizens Of Lowell) Request Council Install Four Way Stop Sign At The Corner Of...
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Drinkwater)
Misc. - Norman Smith Request Proper Department Address Speeding On Dingwell Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Norman Smith Request Proper Department Address Speeding On Dingwell Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Drinkwater)
Misc. - Brenda Mello Request Removal Of Handicap Sign 989 Central Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Brenda Mello Request Removal Of Handicap Sign 989 Central Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Drinkwater)
Ask the City Manager to Assess The Feasibility Of Assigning Smaller Districts For Trash/Recycling Collection And...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Assess The Feasibility Of Assigning Smaller Districts For Trash/Recycling Collection And Hiring...
In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to Provide A Presentation Regarding ARPA Spending
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide A Presentation Regarding ARPA Spending
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Work With Appropriate Department To Assess The Feasibility Of Instituting A Policy Regarding...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With Appropriate Department To Assess The Feasibility Of Instituting A Policy Regarding...
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)
Ask the City Manager to Work With DPD To Form A Zoning Policy That Requires Residential Property Owners To Designate...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With DPD To Form A Zoning Policy That Requires Residential Property Owners To Designate A...
In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to Look Into The Naming The Stackpole St. Water Pumping Station After Former 40 Year City...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Look Into The Naming The Stackpole St. Water Pumping Station After Former 40 Year City Employee...
In City Council, seconded by C. Leahy, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Leahy, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Leahy)
Ask the City Manager to Outline The Possibility Of Off Setting The 38 Million Dollar Overrun On The High School...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Outline The Possibility Of Off Setting The 38 Million Dollar Overrun On The High School Project...
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: Gitschier, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to Work With Appropriate Departments To Provide A Legal Opinion On The Applicability Of The NY...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With Appropriate Departments To Provide A Legal Opinion On The Applicability Of The NY Gun...
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 Kimberly Scott and Paul Ratha Yem; Kimberly Scott is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to Work With The Appropriate Department To Identify Why Baker Commodities Located In Billerica...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With The Appropriate Department To Identify Why Baker Commodities Located In Billerica, MA...
In City Council, seconded by C. Drinkwater, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Drinkwater, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Drinkwater)
Ask the City Manager to Explore Options For Improving The “WELCOME TO LOWELL” Landscaping In The Cloverleaf At The...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Explore Options For Improving The “WELCOME TO LOWELL” Landscaping In The Cloverleaf At The End...
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: Jenness, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Compile An Inventory Of All 2 Cycle Engine Powered Equipment In Use...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Compile An Inventory Of All 2 Cycle Engine Powered Equipment In Use...
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: Jenness, second: Leahy)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Review The Current Compensation For Election Poll Workers And...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Review The Current Compensation For Election Poll Workers And Consider...
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: Jenness, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to Initiate A Conversation With The LRTA With Regard To Current Service Levels Vs. Pre-Pandemic...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Initiate A Conversation With The LRTA With Regard To Current Service Levels Vs. Pre-Pandemic...
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: Jenness, second: Leahy)
Ask the City Manager to Provide Report On Current Required Anti-Bias And Anti-Racism Trainings For All City...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide Report On Current Required Anti-Bias And Anti-Racism Trainings For All City Employees...
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: Jenness, second: Nuon)
Refer to Personnel SC: Ask the City Manager to Provide Report On Current Required Anti-Bias And Anti-Racism Trainings For All City Employees And...
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to refer matter to Personnel 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. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to refer matter to Personnel SC. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Request: Mayor Chau Create A Special Commission On DEI Issues To Include Elected Officials, City Administration...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: Mayor Chau Create A Special Commission On DEI Issues To Include Elected Officials, City Administration...
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, Sokhary Chau and Vesna Nuon; Wayne Jenness is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness)
Refer to Personnel SC: Request: Mayor Chau Create A Special Commission On DEI Issues To Include Elected Officials, City Administration Leaders...
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott to refer matter to Personnel 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. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott to refer matter to Personnel SC. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Consider McPherson Park Stands Area As An Art Installation Location
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Consider McPherson Park Stands Area As An Art Installation Location
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: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Look Into Painting No Parking And Install Signage At Corners Of...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Look Into Painting No Parking And Install Signage At Corners Of Barker...
In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, 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. Jenness, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide Update On Park And Business District Trash Barrel Plan...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide Update On Park And Business District Trash Barrel Plan...
In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, 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. Jenness, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide Update Whether The Section Of Dutton Street Cobblestones Sits...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide Update Whether The Section Of Dutton Street Cobblestones Sits Is...
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)
Ask the City Manager to Find Ways And Means To Hire A Person To Apply Chemicals To Kill Weeds Around The City To...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Find Ways And Means To Hire A Person To Apply Chemicals To Kill Weeds Around The City To...
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: Mercier, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to Investigate The Health And Safety Of The Neighborhoods Surrounding The Thorndike Exchange...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Investigate The Health And Safety Of The Neighborhoods Surrounding The Thorndike Exchange...
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. The motion was filed by Sokhary Chau, who is not shown as present, so no mover is shown.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Leahy, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (second: Leahy)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Investigate Potential Traffic Calming Measure On Canal St Right After...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Investigate Potential Traffic Calming Measure On Canal St Right After...
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. The motion was filed by Sokhary Chau, who is not shown as present, so no mover is shown.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Leahy, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (second: Leahy)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department To Look Into Temporary Safety Measures To Help Pedestrian Cross The...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department To Look Into Temporary Safety Measures To Help Pedestrian Cross The...
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. The motion was filed by Sokhary Chau, who is not shown as present, so no mover is shown.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Write A Letter To The Lowell State Delegation On Behalf Of The City Councilors To Support...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Write A Letter To The Lowell State Delegation On Behalf Of The City Councilors To Support...
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. The motion was filed by Sokhary Chau, who is not shown as present, so no mover is shown.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Leahy, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (second: Leahy)
Executive Session - To Consider And Discuss Negotiations Relative To LeLacheur Baseball Stadium Pursuant To The...
Go into executive session: Executive Session - To Consider And Discuss Negotiations Relative To LeLacheur Baseball Stadium Pursuant To The...
In City Council, Vice Chair Gitschier stated reason for Executive Session, Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy to enter Executive Session for stated purpose and to adjourn from the Executive Session (9:35 PM). Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Vice Chair Gitschier stated reason for Executive Session, Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy to enter Executive Session for stated purpose and to adjourn from the Executive Session (9:35 PM). Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 3 absent (M. Chau, C. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Leahy)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by Vice Chair Gitschier, seconded by C. Mercier in Executive Session. 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 Vice Chair Gitschier, seconded by C. Mercier in Executive Session. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Mercier)
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