MassVoter.com← Lowell City CouncilLowell City Council · 2022–2023 Council · Regular meeting
September 13, 2022
75 recorded votes, 58 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. Jenness. 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. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Jenness)
Citations
Accept and place on file: Citations
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)
Presentations
Accept and place on file: Presentations
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Rourke)
Minutes Of Non-Profit Organization SC August 23rd; City Council Regular Meeting August 23rd, For Acceptance
Accept and place on file: Minutes Of Non-Profit Organization SC August 23rd; City Council Regular Meeting August 23rd, For Acceptance
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Yem)
Informational - Year To Date Budget Reports For Period Ending June 30, 2022: 1) General Fund Revenue; 2) General...
Refer all items to the Finance SC: Informational - Year To Date Budget Reports For Period Ending June 30, 2022: 1) General Fund Revenue; 2)...
In City Council, Motion to refer all items to the Finance SC by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer all items to the Finance SC by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
Non-Profit Organization SC August 23, 2022
Accept the report: Non-Profit Organization SC August 23, 2022
Motion to accept the report as a report of progress by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to accept the report as a report of progress by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Drinkwater)
Wire Inspector Reports
Adopt: Wire Inspector Reports
In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt accompanying orders by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt accompanying orders by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Drinkwater)
Claims - (6) Property Damage
Refer to Law Department: Claims - (6) Property Damage
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Scott)
Take Items #8.2 to #10.1 out of order
Motion to take Items #8.2 to #10.1, inclusive out of order by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“Motion to take Items #8.2 to #10.1, inclusive out of order by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
Request: Neighborhoods SC Have Traveling Subcommittee Meetings Within Each Section Of The City To Discuss Issues Of...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: Neighborhoods SC Have Traveling Subcommittee Meetings Within Each Section Of The City To Discuss Issues Of...
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: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report On Programs Funded With Various Federal Block Grants (CDBG, HOME, ESG...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report On Programs Funded With Various Federal Block Grants (CDBG, HOME, ESG, Etc.)...
In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Report On Efforts And Future Plans To Ensure Fairness, Transparency And Equity Are Included...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Report On Efforts And Future Plans To Ensure Fairness, Transparency And Equity Are Included In...
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: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to Work With The School Administration On Drawing Districts To Include Equitability And...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With The School Administration On Drawing Districts To Include Equitability And...
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: Gitschier, second: Drinkwater)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Begin A Pilot Program Of Dog Waste Dispensers In Areas Where Pet...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Begin A Pilot Program Of Dog Waste Dispensers In Areas Where Pet Waste...
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: Jenness, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Provide The Council With An Update On The Parking Study From 2020 And Progress On The...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide The Council With An Update On The Parking Study From 2020 And Progress On The...
In City Council, seconded by C. Yem, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Yem, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Yem)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Evaluate Adding Crossing Lights At The Shattuck/Merrimack...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Evaluate Adding Crossing Lights At The Shattuck/Merrimack Intersection...
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: Jenness, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Explore Beginning And Open Streets Program In The Downtown Area...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Explore Beginning And Open Streets Program In The Downtown Area Similar...
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 Daniel P. Rourke; Wayne Jenness is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Investigate Traffic Calming Measures And Safety Improvements For The...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Investigate Traffic Calming Measures And Safety Improvements For The...
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 Paul Ratha Yem; Wayne Jenness is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Provide A Legal Opinion On The Possibility Of Terminating...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Provide A Legal Opinion On The Possibility Of Terminating The...
In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 nays (M. Chau, C. Leahy). So voted.
Yes: Drinkwater, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemNo: Chau, LeahyThe roll call names the no votes and gives 9 yeas, which matches the other councilors present; they are shown voting yes. Filed by Kimberly Scott and Erik R. Gitschier; Kimberly Scott is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 nays (M. Chau, C. Leahy). So voted..” (Motion: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to Have Appropriate Department Work To Update The Bus Huts Around The City
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Appropriate Department Work To Update The Bus Huts Around The City
In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Work To Add A Crosswalk On Woburn Street By Easton Street Or...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Work To Add A Crosswalk On Woburn Street By Easton Street Or In...
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: Scott, second: Robinson)
Accept and place on file: Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Work To Add A Crosswalk On Woburn Street By Easton Street Or In...
Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier to refer remaining motions on the agenda to the City Manager and to accept and place on file all motion responses on agenda. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier to refer remaining motions on the agenda to the City Manager and to accept and place on file all motion responses on agenda. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Mercier)
Waive Rule 5 (9:55 PM): Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Work To Add A Crosswalk On Woburn Street By Easton Street Or In...
Motion to Waive Rule 5 (9:55 PM) by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. Defeated per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 4 nays (C. Jenness, C. Leahy, C. Mercier, C. Nuon).
Yes: Chau, Drinkwater, Gitschier, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemNo: Jenness, Leahy, Mercier, NuonThe roll call names the no votes and gives 7 yeas, which matches the other councilors present; they are shown voting yes. The minutes record this as failing with more yeas than nays (7 to 4); some council votes need a two-thirds majority (for example borrowing, appropriations or zoning). MassVoter shows the result as the minutes record it.
From the minutes
“Motion to Waive Rule 5 (9:55 PM) by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. Defeated per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 4 nays (C. Jenness, C. Leahy, C. Mercier, C. Nuon)..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to Have Speed Tables Installed As A Trial Basis On Hollis Street
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Speed Tables Installed As A Trial Basis On Hollis Street
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: Scott, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Look At The Feasibility Of Installing Safety Bollards Along...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Look At The Feasibility Of Installing Safety Bollards Along...
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: Scott, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Provide An Update On Installing Flashing Crosswalk Lights At...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Provide An Update On Installing Flashing Crosswalk Lights At...
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: Scott, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Look At Updating Crosswalk And Lighting At Hovey Park Along Aiken...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Look At Updating Crosswalk And Lighting At Hovey Park Along Aiken Avenue...
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: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Reach Out To The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission In An Effort To Get A...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Reach Out To The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission In An Effort To Get A Representative...
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 John Drinkwater; Corey Robinson is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Provide The City Council A Copy Of All Legal Notices For...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Provide The City Council A Copy Of All Legal Notices For...
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 Investigate Grant Opportunities To Repair Steps, Handicap Accessible Ramp And Other Needed...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Investigate Grant Opportunities To Repair Steps, Handicap Accessible Ramp And Other Needed...
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: Chau, second: Mercier)
Ordinance - Amend Ch.20 S.58 CASE
Adopt: Ordinance - Amend Ch.20 S.58 CASE
Motion to adopt by C. Scott seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Scott seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Robinson)
Ordinance - Create Position CASE Assistant Director For Communications And Marketing
Adopt: Ordinance - Create Position CASE Assistant Director For Communications And Marketing
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Boston Gas D/B/A National Grid - Request Installation Of A Gas Regulator Station On Chelmsford Street At Baltimore...
Refer to Wire Inspector: Boston Gas D/B/A National Grid - Request Installation Of A Gas Regulator Station On Chelmsford Street At Baltimore Avenue
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Robinson. 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. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Robinson)
Boston Gas D/B/A National Grid - Request Installation Of Gas Main Replacement On Armand, Jean, Christman And Delmont...
Refer to the City Manager: Boston Gas D/B/A National Grid - Request Installation Of Gas Main Replacement On Armand, Jean, Christman And Delmont...
Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Robinson to refer to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Robinson to refer to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Robinson)
National Grid - Request Installation Of Conduit To Feed Transformer At 572 Lakeview Avenue
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request Installation Of Conduit To Feed Transformer At 572 Lakeview Avenue
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Scott)
University Of
Refer to Wire Inspector: University Of
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Yem)
Take Item #13.11 out of order
Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #13.11 out of order. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #13.11 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Nuon)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
In City Council, Motion Responses (Item #8.1 A to O) and Informational Reports (Item #8.1.1) were all accepted and placed on file per Motion of C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion Responses (Item #8.1 A to O) and Informational Reports (Item #8.1.1) were all accepted and placed on file per Motion of C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier)
Refer to Transportation SC: Motion Responses
A) Motion Response - Condition of USA Flags B) Motion Response - Update Fire Apparatus Gorham St. Firehouse C) Motion Response - Review - Update Safety Status - Protocol D) Motion Response - Wastewater E) Motion Response - ARPA Spending and Dashboard F) Motion Response - Federal Affordable Connectivity Program with Attachments G) Motion Response - MIS Instructions - Photos and Short Videos H) Motion Response - Trash-Recycling-Smaller Districts I) Motion Response - Signage at Dropbox J) Motion Response - Repairs at McPherson Park and Partnership with Youthbuild K) Motion Response - Monument Committee L) Motion Response - East Merrimack at High Street M) Motion Response - West and West 6th Street N) Motion Response - LRTA Level of Service with Attachments – Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy to refer matter to Transportation SC. So voted.
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From the minutes
“A) Motion Response - Condition of USA Flags B) Motion Response - Update Fire Apparatus Gorham St. Firehouse C) Motion Response - Review - Update Safety Status - Protocol D) Motion Response - Wastewater E) Motion Response - ARPA Spending and Dashboard F) Motion Response - Federal Affordable Connectivity Program with Attachments G) Motion Response - MIS Instructions - Photos and Short Videos H) Motion Response - Trash-Recycling-Smaller Districts I) Motion Response - Signage at Dropbox J) Motion Response - Repairs at McPherson Park and Partnership with Youthbuild K) Motion Response - Monument Committee L) Motion Response - East Merrimack at High Street M) Motion Response - West and West 6th Street N) Motion Response - LRTA Level of Service with Attachments – Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy to refer matter to Transportation SC. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Leahy)
Communication - Appointment Of Ellen Brideau To Board Of Assessors
Approve: Communication - Appointment Of Ellen Brideau To Board Of Assessors
In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Drinkwater, Gitschier, Jenness, Leahy, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, YemThe roll call lists Kimberly Scott as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Leahy)
Communication - Appointment Of George Procope To ZBA
Approve: Communication - Appointment Of George Procope To ZBA
In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Leahy)
Communication - Correction To The Appointment Of Alison Keegan To Board Of Health
Approve: Communication - Correction To The Appointment Of Alison Keegan To Board Of Health
In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Scott)
Communication - Reappointment Of Dennis McCarthy To ZBA
Approve: Communication - Reappointment Of Dennis McCarthy To ZBA
In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Drinkwater)
Communication - Resignation Of Cecilio Hernandez From Citizen Advisory Committee
Accept and place on file: Communication - Resignation Of Cecilio Hernandez From Citizen Advisory Committee
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Communication - City
Adopt: Communication - City
In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 abstain (M. Chau). So voted.
Yes: Drinkwater, Gitschier, Jenness, Leahy, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemAbstained: ChauThe roll call names the councilors not voting yes and gives 10 yeas, which matches the other councilors present; they are shown voting yes. Sokhary Chau abstained or voted present (shown as present, not voting).
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 abstain (M. Chau). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Yem)
Bundle items: Communication - City
Motion C. Mercier, seconded by C. Robinson to bundle and waive second reading for Items #9.1 to #9.12, inclusive. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion C. Mercier, seconded by C. Robinson to bundle and waive second reading for Items #9.1 to #9.12, inclusive. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson)
Remove Item #9.8 from bundle in order to provide additional information regarding agreement
Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to remove Item #9.8 from bundle in order to provide additional information regarding agreement. So vote.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to remove Item #9.8 from bundle in order to provide additional information regarding agreement. So vote..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
Vote - Accept/Expend $15,000 Address Verification Program Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $15,000 Address Verification Program Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Rourke)
Vote - Accept/Expend $300,000 SOR-PEC Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $300,000 SOR-PEC Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Rourke)
Vote - Accept/Expend $42,719.30 State 911 Dept. EMD Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $42,719.30 State 911 Dept. EMD Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Rourke)
Vote - Accept/Expend $460,496 State 911 Dept. Support And Incentive Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $460,496 State 911 Dept. Support And Incentive Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Rourke)
Vote - Accept/Expend $60,539.22 State 911 FY23 Training Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $60,539.22 State 911 FY23 Training Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Rourke)
Vote - Accept/Expend FY23 Earmarked Funds - Morey Elementary School
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend FY23 Earmarked Funds - Morey Elementary School
Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Rourke)
Vote - Approve Exemption Of Rebecca Mafra MGL C.268A S.20
Adopt: Vote - Approve Exemption Of Rebecca Mafra MGL C.268A S.20
Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Rourke)
Vote - Authorize CM Ex. Lease Agreement With Degmar Development Corporation
Remove Item #9.8 in order to provide additional information regarding agreement
In City Council, Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to remove Item #9.8 in order to provide additional information regarding agreement. So vote.
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 by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to remove Item #9.8 in order to provide additional information regarding agreement. So vote..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
Vote - License Agreement With Anilton Temponi Almeida
Adopt: Vote - License Agreement With Anilton Temponi Almeida
Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Rourke)
Vote - License Agreement With Kiwanis Club Of Greater Lowell - City Hall
Adopt: Vote - License Agreement With Kiwanis Club Of Greater Lowell - City Hall
Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Rourke)
Vote - Transfer $46,730 – LPD
Adopt: Vote - Transfer $46,730 – LPD
Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Rourke)
Vote - Transfer $543,000 – DPW
Adopt: Vote - Transfer $543,000 – DPW
Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Rourke)
Order - 60 Day Trial
Adopt: Order - 60 Day Trial
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to Advertise And Appoint A Citizens Tree Committee Made Up Of One Member From Each Of The Eight...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Advertise And Appoint A Citizens Tree Committee Made Up Of One Member From Each Of The Eight...
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: Gitschier, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Update The City Council On The Status Of The Boathouse-Restaurant RFP That Was Approved By...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Update The City Council On The Status Of The Boathouse-Restaurant RFP That Was Approved By 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.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Reach Out To State Regarding Intersection Of Burnham Road And Andover Street During The...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Reach Out To State Regarding Intersection Of Burnham Road And Andover Street During The...
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 Erik R. Gitschier and Rita Mercier; Erik R. Gitschier is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier)
Ask the City Manager to Explore Feasibility Of A Pilot Program Installing Audio Detectors In Order To Triangulate...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Explore Feasibility Of A Pilot Program Installing Audio Detectors In Order To Triangulate The...
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 Rita Mercier; 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 Provide A Report On The Current Use Of Portable Cameras And The Feasibility Of Purchasing...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report On The Current Use Of Portable Cameras And The Feasibility Of Purchasing...
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: Scott, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Create A Meeting Between The City, School Superintendent, Election Office And The DPW (Sign...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Create A Meeting Between The City, School Superintendent, Election Office And The DPW (Sign...
In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Rourke)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Look Into Feasibility Of Installing A Fence Along Backside Of The...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Look Into Feasibility Of Installing A Fence Along Backside Of The Reservoir
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: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide A List Of Vehicle Accident, Incident Reports In Area Of...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide A List Of Vehicle Accident, Incident Reports In Area Of Lakeview...
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: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide A Report As To Why Not All Hourly Employees Are Required To...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide A Report As To Why Not All Hourly Employees Are Required To Use...
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: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide A Report On Pathway To Install GPS Tracking On All City Vehicles
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide A Report On Pathway To Install GPS Tracking On All City Vehicles
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: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update Around Lowell’s Housing First Strategy And Hiring Of A Director Of...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update Around Lowell’s Housing First Strategy And Hiring Of A Director Of...
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 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)
Take Item #8.3 out of order
Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Scott to take Item #8.3 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. Rourke, seconded by C. Scott to take Item #8.3 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to Have Appropriate Department Repaint Parking Lines On Streets Throughout The City
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Appropriate Department Repaint Parking Lines On Streets Throughout The City
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: Chau, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Investigate The Installation Of Pole Mounted Speed Monitors...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Investigate The Installation Of Pole Mounted Speed Monitors Throughout...
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: Chau, second: Mercier)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Yem, 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 Adjourn by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Rourke)
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