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Lowell City Council · 2022–2023 Council · Regular meeting

February 7, 2023

52 recorded votes, 44 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, Paul Ratha Yem

Absent: Kimberly Scott

Every vote, in order

Communication Remote / Zoom Participation: Meetings Will Be Held

Accept and place on file: Communication Remote / Zoom Participation: Meetings Will Be Held

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

For Zoom - HTTPS://SUPPORT.ZOOM.US/HC/EN-US/ARTICLES/201362193-JOINING-A- MEETING In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“For Zoom - HTTPS://SUPPORT.ZOOM.US/HC/EN-US/ARTICLES/201362193-JOINING-A- MEETING In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)

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

Citation - Black History Month

Accept and place on file: Citation - Black History Month

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

From the minutes

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

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

Informational - Cultural Exchange - Montreal, Canada

Accept and place on file: Informational - Cultural Exchange - Montreal, Canada

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Minutes Of Veterans SC January 31st; City Council Regular Meeting January 31st, For Acceptance

Accept and place on file: Minutes Of Veterans SC January 31st; City Council Regular Meeting January 31st, For Acceptance

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

From the minutes

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

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

Take Item #7.3 out of order

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Jenness to take Item #7.3 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. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Jenness to take Item #7.3 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Jenness)

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

Ordinance - Create Position Digital Evidence Specialist – LPD

Adopt: Ordinance - Create Position Digital Evidence Specialist – LPD

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Jenness)

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

Boston Gas D/B/A National Grid - Request Moving Gas Main At Meadowcroft St. And Exchange Pl. To Enable Work By The City

Refer to Wire Inspector: Boston Gas D/B/A National Grid - Request Moving Gas Main At Meadowcroft St. And Exchange Pl. To Enable Work By The City

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation 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

“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Yem, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Rourke)

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

Motion Responses

Accept and place on file: Motion Responses

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

From the minutes

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

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

Refer to Transportation SC: Motion Responses

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Refer to Public Safety SC: Motion Responses

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

G) Motion Response - Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan Update – Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Rourke to refer to Public Safety 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

“G) Motion Response - Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan Update – Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Rourke to refer to Public Safety SC. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Rourke)

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

Refer to the Finance/Technology: Motion Responses

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

I) Motion Response - IRA and Infrastructure – Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Drinkwater to refer matter to Finance/Technology and Utilities 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

“I) Motion Response - IRA and Infrastructure – Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Drinkwater to refer matter to Finance/Technology and Utilities SC. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Drinkwater)

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

Communication - City

Adopt: Communication - City

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.

From the minutes

“In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Leahy)

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

Bundle and waive second reading of Items #7.1; 7.2; 7.4; and 7.5

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to bundle and waive second reading of Items #7.1; 7.2; 7.4; and 7.5. 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. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to bundle and waive second reading of Items #7.1; 7.2; 7.4; and 7.5. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)

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

Vote - Accept Gift Of $15,000 From Hartford Foundation - Career Center

Adopt: Vote - Accept Gift Of $15,000 From Hartford Foundation - Career Center

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Yem)

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

Vote - Accept Gift Of $3,000 From Lowell Five

Adopt: Vote - Accept Gift Of $3,000 From Lowell Five

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Yem)

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

Vote - Accept/Expend FY23 Earmarked Funds - Shedd Park

Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend FY23 Earmarked Funds - Shedd Park

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Rourke)

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

Vote - Amend FY19-20 Annual Action Plan - ESG-CV

Adopt: Vote - Amend FY19-20 Annual Action Plan - ESG-CV

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Yem)

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

Vote - Amend FY21-22 Annual Action Plan – CDBG

Adopt: Vote - Amend FY21-22 Annual Action Plan – CDBG

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Yem)

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

Order - 60 Day Trial

Adopt: Order - 60 Day Trial

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Jenness)

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

Ordinance - Amend Chapter 9 By Creating Sister City Committee

Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Chapter 9 By Creating Sister City Committee

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on February 21, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on February 21, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)

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

Ordinance - Amend Zoning – Marijuana

Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Zoning – Marijuana

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer Planning Board for report and recommendation and to Public Hearing on March 28, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer Planning Board for report and recommendation and to Public Hearing on March 28, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Jenness)

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

Neighborhoods SC February 7, 2023

Accept the report: Neighborhoods SC February 7, 2023

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to adopt motion and report as a report of progress by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt motion and report as a report of progress by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Jenness)

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

Wire Insp. - Verizon New England Inc. - Place One New (4") Conduit Approximately 46' In A Southwesterly Direction...

Adopt: Wire Insp. - Verizon New England Inc. - Place One New (4") Conduit Approximately 46' In A Southwesterly Direction From Existing Pole...

Minutes, page 6

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt accompanying order by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt accompanying order by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Nuon)

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

Claims - (4) Property Damage

Refer to Law Department: Claims - (4) Property Damage

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

From the minutes

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

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

Misc. - Wings Of Lowell (Hartford Sign & Design) Req. Installation Of Overhanging Sign @ 26A Market St

Refer to Law Department: Misc. - Wings Of Lowell (Hartford Sign & Design) Req. Installation Of Overhanging Sign @ 26A Market St

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Nuon seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.

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

From the minutes

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

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

Boston Gas D/B/A National Grid - Request Installation Of 12 Inch Plastic Gas Main On Chelmsford Street To Gas...

Send to a public hearing: Boston Gas D/B/A National Grid - Request Installation Of 12 Inch Plastic Gas Main On Chelmsford Street To Gas Regulator...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on February 21, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on February 21, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Drinkwater)

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

National Grid - Request Revision Of Previously Approved Petition For Added Installation Of 75 Feet Of Underground...

Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request Revision Of Previously Approved Petition For Added Installation Of 75 Feet Of Underground...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on February 21, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on February 21, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Leahy)

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

Request: The City Manager Report On All Unpaid Invoices For Parks And Facility Rentals, The Group Who Owes The...

Refer to the City Manager: Request: The City Manager Report On All Unpaid Invoices For Parks And Facility Rentals, The Group Who Owes The Funds...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Yem, referred to City Manager. So voted.

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

From the minutes

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Provide The City Council With A Legal Opinion As To Why The City And Not The School...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide The City Council With A Legal Opinion As To Why The City And Not The School Department...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted.

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

From the minutes

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update On The Water And Wastewater Enterprise Accounts Current Revenue For FY23...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update On The Water And Wastewater Enterprise Accounts Current Revenue For FY23 And...

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Leahy, referred to City Manager. So voted.

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

From the minutes

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

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

Request: The City Manager Provide City Council With An Update Regarding The 2023 Spring Sweeping Program, Including...

Refer to the City Manager: Request: The City Manager Provide City Council With An Update Regarding The 2023 Spring Sweeping Program, Including...

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Yem, referred to City Manager. So voted.

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

From the minutes

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

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

Request: The City Manager Have Superintendent Of Police Make Presentation In The Executive Session Regarding The...

Refer to the City Manager: Request: The City Manager Have Superintendent Of Police Make Presentation In The Executive Session Regarding The Body...

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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: Nuon, second: Mercier)

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

Request: The City Manager Update City Council On Status Of Adopting An Affordable Housing Trust Fund, Pursuant To...

Refer to the City Manager: Request: The City Manager Update City Council On Status Of Adopting An Affordable Housing Trust Fund, Pursuant To MGL...

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted.

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

From the minutes

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Facilitate A Meeting With The LTLC (Lowell Transitional Living Center) And The City Council...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Facilitate A Meeting With The LTLC (Lowell Transitional Living Center) And The City Council, As...

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.

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

From the minutes

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

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

Bundle Items #12.8 and 12.9

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to bundle Items #12.8 and 12.9 by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“Motion to bundle Items #12.8 and 12.9 by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)

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

Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update On What The Administration’s Summer Youth Employment Hiring Goals Are

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update On What The Administration’s Summer Youth Employment Hiring Goals Are

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.

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

From the minutes

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

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

Refer to the Youth Services SC by C: Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update On What The Administration’s Summer Youth Employment Hiring Goals Are

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to refer to Youth Services SC by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“Motion to refer to Youth Services SC by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Yem)

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

Ask the City Manager to Work With Proper Department And The Public To Identify Potential Improvements To Youth...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With Proper Department And The Public To Identify Potential Improvements To Youth...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.

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

From the minutes

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

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

Refer to the Youth Services SC by C: Ask the City Manager to Work With Proper Department And The Public To Identify Potential Improvements To...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to refer to Youth Services SC by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“Motion to refer to Youth Services SC by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Yem)

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

Ask the City Manager to Work With The Proper Department To Evaluate And Adjust Existing Parking Ban Policy To Ensure...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With The Proper Department To Evaluate And Adjust Existing Parking Ban Policy To Ensure It...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Drinkwater, referred to City Manager. So voted.

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

From the minutes

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

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

Refer to Transportation SC: Ask the City Manager to Work With The Proper Department To Evaluate And Adjust Existing Parking Ban Policy To Ensure...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Jenness to refer to Transportation 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. Jenness to refer to Transportation SC. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Jenness)

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

Ask the City Manager to Explore Alternative Parking Options, As Well As, Potential Transportation Programs In Areas...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Explore Alternative Parking Options, As Well As, Potential Transportation Programs In Areas Of...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Leahy, referred to City Manager. So voted.

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

From the minutes

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

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

Refer to Transportation SC: Ask the City Manager to Explore Alternative Parking Options, As Well As, Potential Transportation Programs In Areas Of...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem to refer to Transportation 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. Yem to refer to Transportation SC. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Yem)

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

Ask the City Manager to Work With Proper Departments And The LTLC (Lowell Transitional Living Center) To Provide A...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With Proper Departments And The LTLC (Lowell Transitional Living Center) To Provide A...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.

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

From the minutes

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Work With The Community Stakeholders To Consider Replicating A Program Similar To “Bugs And...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With The Community Stakeholders To Consider Replicating A Program Similar To “Bugs And...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Drinkwater, referred to City Manager. So voted.

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

From the minutes

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate City Department Meet With The Merrimack Valley Housing Partnership To...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate City Department Meet With The Merrimack Valley Housing Partnership To...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Drinkwater, referred to City Manager. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“In City Council, seconded by C. Drinkwater, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Drinkwater)

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

Have presentation before Housing SC: Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate City Department Meet With The Merrimack Valley Housing...

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon to have presentation before Housing SC. So voted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon to have presentation before Housing SC. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Nuon)

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

Ask the City Manager to Review That All City Owned Buildings, Schools, Parks And Gyms Have Updated AED...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Review That All City Owned Buildings, Schools, Parks And Gyms Have Updated AED Defibrillators...

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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: Rourke, second: Mercier)

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

Ask the City Manager to Have DPD Present Plan/Timeline For Upgrades To Father Maguire Park

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have DPD Present Plan/Timeline For Upgrades To Father Maguire Park

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)

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

Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Along With Utile Design Incorporate Smart City Concepts In...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Along With Utile Design Incorporate Smart City Concepts In...

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Drinkwater, referred to City Manager. So voted.

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

From the minutes

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

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

Ask the City Manager to Look Into All Archdiocese Property In The City For Possible Municipal Or School Use

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Look Into All Archdiocese Property In The City For Possible Municipal Or School Use

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted.

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

From the minutes

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

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

ADJOURNMENT

Adjourn

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Drinkwater seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Drinkwater seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Mercier)

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

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