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July 26, 2022
59 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
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.
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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. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Gitschier)
Items
Accept and place on file: Items
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Leahy)
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Leahy)
Accept and place on file: Citation - BAPS Charities
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Accept and place on file: Citation - Toy Vongpheth
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Minutes Of Municipal Facilities Joint With Lowell School Committee Facilities SC July 12th; City Council Regular...
Accept and place on file: Minutes Of Municipal Facilities Joint With Lowell School Committee Facilities SC July 12th; City Council Regular Meeting...
In City Council, minutes read, Motion “To accept and place on file as amended” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“In City Council, minutes read, Motion “To accept and place on file as amended” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
Take Items #12.6 out of order
Motion to take Items #12.6; #12.14; #12.15 and #12.18 out of order by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
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“Motion to take Items #12.6; #12.14; #12.15 and #12.18 out of order by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Yem)
Take Item #7.3 out of order
Motion to take Item #7.3 out of order by C. Scott, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“Motion to take Item #7.3 out of order by C. Scott, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Rourke)
Ordinance - Amend Zoning Section 4.3.3 Home Occupation - As Of Right
Adopt: Ordinance - Amend Zoning Section 4.3.3 Home Occupation - As Of Right
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke seconded by C. Scott. Defeated by Roll Call vote 4 yeas, 7 nays (M. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Leahy, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke). So voted.
Yes: Drinkwater, Jenness, Scott, YemNo: Chau, Gitschier, Leahy, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, RourkeThe 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. Rourke seconded by C. Scott. Defeated by Roll Call vote 4 yeas, 7 nays (M. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Leahy, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Scott)
Suspend rules
Motion to suspend rules by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Robinson to entertain motion to refer matter after defeat per Roll Call vote. So voted.
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“Motion to suspend rules by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Robinson to entertain motion to refer matter after defeat per Roll Call vote. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Robinson)
Refer to Zoning SC: Ordinance - Amend Zoning Section 4.3.3 Home Occupation - As Of Right
Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott to refer matter to Zoning SC and DPD to investigate use of cap in the ordinance. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott to refer matter to Zoning SC and DPD to investigate use of cap in the ordinance. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Scott)
Ordinance - Amend C.270 Waste And Recycling
Adopt: Ordinance - Amend C.270 Waste And Recycling
Motion to adopt by C. Gitschier seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Gitschier seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Yem, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Yem, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Scott)
Refer to the Municipal Facilities SC: Motion Responses
C) Motion Response - Feasibility Report on Sludge Plant or Regional Sludge Plant – Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Nuon to refer to Municipal Facilities SC. So voted.
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“C) Motion Response - Feasibility Report on Sludge Plant or Regional Sludge Plant – Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Nuon to refer to Municipal Facilities SC. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Nuon)
Refer to Zoning SC: Motion Responses
H) Motion Response - Open Space Requirements – Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness to refer matter to Zoning SC. So voted.
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“H) Motion Response - Open Space Requirements – Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness to refer matter to Zoning SC. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Refer to the Environmental: Motion Responses
I) Motion Response - Tree Ordinance and Attachment – Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness to refer matter to Environmental and Flood Issues SC. So voted.
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“I) Motion Response - Tree Ordinance and Attachment – Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness to refer matter to Environmental and Flood Issues SC. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Suspend rules to allow speaker to address the Council
Motion to suspend rules to allow speaker to address the Council by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“Motion to suspend rules to allow speaker to address the Council by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Mercier)
Communication - City
Adopt: Communication - City
Motion to adopt by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Robinson). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Drinkwater, Gitschier, Jenness, Leahy, Mercier, Nuon, Rourke, Scott, YemThe roll call lists Corey Robinson as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Robinson). So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Mercier)
Bundle and waive full reading Items #7.1 and #7.2
Motion to bundle and waive full reading Items #7.1 and #7.2 by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“Motion to bundle and waive full reading Items #7.1 and #7.2 by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Vote - Authorize CM Ex. License Agreement With Granite State Giants
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM Ex. License Agreement With Granite State Giants
Motion to adopt by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Yem)
Vote - Authorize CM Ex. License Agreement With Lowell Festival Foundation
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM Ex. License Agreement With Lowell Festival Foundation
Motion to adopt by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Yem)
Vote - Authorize Purchase And Sales Agreement For Sale Of LeLacheur Park
Adopt: Vote - Authorize Purchase And Sales Agreement For Sale Of LeLacheur Park
Motion to adopt by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
Suspend rules to put a motion on the floor
Motion to suspend rules to put a motion on the floor by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted.
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“Motion to suspend rules to put a motion on the floor by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Gitschier)
Take Item #11.1 out of order
Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #11.1 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #11.1 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Nuon)
Ordinance - Create Position - Deputy Commissioner-Facilities
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Create Position - Deputy Commissioner-Facilities
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 9, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 9, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Rourke)
Resolution - Declare Lowell A Right-To-Choose Sanctuary City
Adopt: Resolution - Declare Lowell A Right-To-Choose Sanctuary City
Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Scott)
MPH City wide speed limit and procedures to implement it.
Accept the report as a report of progress
Motion to accept the report as a report of progress by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted.
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“Motion to accept the report as a report of progress by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Gitschier)
Housing SC Joint With Zoning SC July 26, 2022
Accept the report: Housing SC Joint With Zoning SC July 26, 2022
Motion to accept the report as a report of progress by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“Motion to accept the report as a report of progress by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Nuon)
Wire Inspector Reports
Adopt: Wire Inspector Reports
In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt accompanying orders by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt accompanying orders by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Claims - (5) Property Damage
Refer to Law Department: Claims - (5) Property Damage
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Leahy)
Misc. - Gary Benoit Request To Address City Council Regarding Tax Rebates / Abatements
Refer to the City Manager: Misc. - Gary Benoit Request To Address City Council Regarding Tax Rebates / Abatements
In City Council, Motion to refer to City Manager for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to City Manager for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Misc. - Sajid/Jennessa Durrani Request Removal Of Handicap Parking Sign At 29-31 Crowley Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Sajid/Jennessa Durrani Request Removal Of Handicap Parking Sign At 29-31 Crowley Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Nuon)
Bundle Items #11.4 and #11.5
Motion to bundle Items #11.4 and #11.5 by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Motion to bundle Items #11.4 and #11.5 by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Boston Gas D/B/A National Grid - Request Installation Of Scada Box And Vent Pole On Boston Road At Spencer Street
Send to a public hearing: Boston Gas D/B/A National Grid - Request Installation Of Scada Box And Vent Pole On Boston Road At Spencer Street
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 9, 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 August 9, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Jenness)
National Grid - Request Installation Of Underground Conduit At Varnum Avenue And Boulevard Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request Installation Of Underground Conduit At Varnum Avenue And Boulevard Street
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 9, 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 August 9, 2022 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Put Light On Pole #2 On Castle Road Behind 28 Hally Road In...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Put Light On Pole #2 On Castle Road Behind 28 Hally Road In Pawtucketville
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: Mercier, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Have LPD Increase Patrol On Lower Gorham Street, In And Around, The Area Of The Keep And...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have LPD Increase Patrol On Lower Gorham Street, In And Around, The Area Of The Keep And Towers...
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: Mercier, second: Robinson)
Waive Rule 5: Ask the City Manager to Have LPD Increase Patrol On Lower Gorham Street, In And Around, The Area Of The Keep And Towers News
Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier to Waive Rule 5. Adopted per Roll Cal vote 10 yeas, 1 nay (C. Mercier). So voted.
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“Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier to Waive Rule 5. Adopted per Roll Cal vote 10 yeas, 1 nay (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Ask the City Manager to Have Appropriate Department Provide A Status Update On “The Douglas Road Project” To...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Appropriate Department Provide A Status Update On “The Douglas Road Project” To Include...
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 Invite Mass Save To Partner With CMAA To Establish A Program That Utilizes Mass Save...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Invite Mass Save To Partner With CMAA To Establish A Program That Utilizes Mass Save 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: Nuon, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to Schedule A Commissions And Boards Recruitment Fair Once Per Season With A Focus On Reaching...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Schedule A Commissions And Boards Recruitment Fair Once Per Season With A Focus On Reaching...
In City Council, seconded by C. Yem, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Yem, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Yem)
Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report Regarding Operation Of The Elevator In Pollard Memorial Library
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report Regarding Operation Of The Elevator In Pollard Memorial Library
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 Have Proper Department Look At Bus Stop In Area Of 115 Merrimack Street And Report...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Look At Bus Stop In Area Of 115 Merrimack Street And Report Alternatives...
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: Robinson, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Look Into Feasibility Of Issuing And Enforcing Fines For Illegal...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Look Into Feasibility Of Issuing And Enforcing Fines For Illegal Dumping...
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: Robinson, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide A Process And A Cost Analysis Regarding Repainting Gage...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide A Process And A Cost Analysis Regarding Repainting Gage...
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: Robinson, second: Drinkwater)
Ask the City Manager to Work With Proper Authority To Publish Recreational Water Testing Reports On City’s Website...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With Proper Authority To Publish Recreational Water Testing Reports On City’s Website...
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: Robinson, second: Rourke)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Explore Excluding Pre-Employment Screening For 18 Plus Applicants In...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Explore Excluding Pre-Employment Screening For 18 Plus Applicants In...
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 Kimberly Scott; Corey Robinson is shown as mover.
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“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to Work With Appropriate Department To Develop Traffic Calming Measures For Andrews Street
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With Appropriate Department To Develop Traffic Calming Measures For Andrews Street
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 Have The Appropriate Department Provide An Update For Council Regarding The Lord Overpass...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Provide An Update For Council Regarding The Lord Overpass...
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: Yem, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Provide An Update Regarding Abandoned Building Located At...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Provide An Update Regarding Abandoned Building Located At 138...
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: Yem, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Renovate The Bathroom With Concession Stand On The North...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Renovate The Bathroom With Concession Stand On The North Common...
In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Robinson)
Take Item #13.1 out of order
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Jenness to take Item #13.1 out of order (8:00 PM). So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Jenness to take Item #13.1 out of order (8:00 PM). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Provide The City Council With A List Of All Properties That Are...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Provide The City Council With A List Of All Properties That Are Tax...
In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to Compare Current Health Insurance Rates To Blue Cross Blue Shield Rates To Determine If There...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Compare Current Health Insurance Rates To Blue Cross Blue Shield Rates To Determine If There...
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: Leahy, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to Begin The Process Of Naming The Basketball Floor At The Lowell High School Field House After...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Begin The Process Of Naming The Basketball Floor At The Lowell High School Field House After...
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Have National Grid Investigate Installing A Power Line To The Light Pole Directly In Front...
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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)
Ask the City Manager to Consider Having All City Departments Host A Food Drive In September Of 2022 For The...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Consider Having All City Departments Host A Food Drive In September Of 2022 For The Merrimack...
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: Chau, second: Robinson)
Executive Session - To Consider And Discuss Negotiations Relative To LeLacheur Baseball Stadium Pursuant To The...
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In City Council, M. Chau stated reason for Executive Session, Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to enter Executive Session for stated purpose and to adjourn from public session. (8:02 PM). Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, M. Chau stated reason for Executive Session, Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to enter Executive Session for stated purpose and to adjourn from public session. (8:02 PM). Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Drinkwater, 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 Adjourn by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Scott)
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