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Lowell City Council · 2022–2023 Council · Regular meeting

June 27, 2023

49 recorded votes, 35 with disagreement.

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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, Vesna Nuon, Corey Robinson, Daniel P. Rourke, Kimberly Scott, Paul Ratha Yem

Absent: Rita Mercier

Every vote, in order

Communication Remote/Zoom Participation

Accept and place on file: Communication Remote/Zoom Participation

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

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

Citations:

Accept and place on file: Citations:

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ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, 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

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

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

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, 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

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

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

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, 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

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

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

Presentation - Catie's Closet (Mickey Cockrell)

Accept and place on file: Presentation - Catie's Closet (Mickey Cockrell)

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, 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

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

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

Minutes For Acceptance Technology And Utilities SC June 13th; City Council Regular Meeting June 13th; City Council...

Accept and place on file: Minutes For Acceptance Technology And Utilities SC June 13th; City Council Regular Meeting June 13th; City Council...

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

“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)

Boston Gas D/B/A National Grid Request Installation Of SCADA Box At Intersection Of Bradley And First Streets

Refer to Wire Inspector: Boston Gas D/B/A National Grid Request Installation Of SCADA Box At Intersection Of Bradley And First Streets

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to refer to Wire Inspector 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

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

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

Waveguide (FirstLight Fiber) Request Installation Of Underground Conduit On Appleton Street For Services To Verizon

Refer to Wire Inspector: Waveguide (FirstLight Fiber) Request Installation Of Underground Conduit On Appleton Street For Services To Verizon

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Motion Responses

Accept and place on file: Motion Responses

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

Bundle and take Items #6.1 to #6.7, inclusive

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ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Yem to bundle and take Items #6.1 to #6.7, inclusive. 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. Scott, seconded by C. Yem to bundle and take Items #6.1 to #6.7, inclusive. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Yem)

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

Take Item #10.2 with this response: Motion Responses

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

G) Motion Response - Hiring - Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to take Item #10.2 with this response. 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 - Hiring - Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to take Item #10.2 with this response. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)

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

Informational Report

Amend vote to reduce invoice amount of $110, 204 and refer invoice to Law Department for review

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · 7–2

Informational - Updated School Invoices - C. Gitschier questioned invoice in the packet that did not correspond with existing contract for services in the amount of $110, 204 and that it violated MGL 30B. Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to amend vote to reduce invoice amount of $110, 204 and refer invoice to Law Department for review. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 2 nays (C. Nuon, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted.

The roll call gives 7 yeas, 2 nays and names 2 councilors; this does not add up to the 10 councilors shown present. Showing the count only.

From the minutes

“Informational - Updated School Invoices - C. Gitschier questioned invoice in the packet that did not correspond with existing contract for services in the amount of $110, 204 and that it violated MGL 30B. Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to amend vote to reduce invoice amount of $110, 204 and refer invoice to Law Department for review. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 2 nays (C. Nuon, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)

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

Bundle and approve Items #5.3 and #5.4

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to bundle and approve Items #5.3 and #5.4 by C. Nuon, 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

“Motion to bundle and approve Items #5.3 and #5.4 by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Drinkwater)

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

Communication - Reappointment Of John Descoteaux To License Commission

Approve: Communication - Reappointment Of John Descoteaux To License Commission

Minutes, page 1

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Communication - Reappointment Of Sinead Gallivan To Planning Board

Approve: Communication - Reappointment Of Sinead Gallivan To Planning Board

Minutes, page 1

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote - Approve The 2024 Community Preservation Fund Budget

Adopt: Vote - Approve The 2024 Community Preservation Fund Budget

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote - Amending Prior Order Approving CPC Recommendation To Fund The Preservation Of Rollie's Farm

Adopt: Vote - Amending Prior Order Approving CPC Recommendation To Fund The Preservation Of Rollie's Farm

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote - 635 Middlesex CPC Funding Recommendation

Adopt: Vote - 635 Middlesex CPC Funding Recommendation

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ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote - Girls Inc. CPC Funding Recommendation

Adopt: Vote - Girls Inc. CPC Funding Recommendation

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ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote - Hadley House CPC Funding Recommendation

Adopt: Vote - Hadley House CPC Funding Recommendation

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote - St. George's Church CPC Funding Recommendation

Adopt: Vote - St. George's Church CPC Funding Recommendation

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote - O'Donnell Park CPC Funding Recommendation

Adopt: Vote - O'Donnell Park CPC Funding Recommendation

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ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Take Items #5.2 and #6.11 out of order

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ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson to take Items #5.2 and #6.11 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. Robinson to take Items #5.2 and #6.11 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)

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

Bundle Items #6.8 and #6.9

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ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to bundle Items #6.8 and #6.9. So voted.

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

From the minutes

“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to bundle Items #6.8 and #6.9. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)

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

Vote - Apply/Accept/Expend $155,000 MassDOT Small Bridge Phase I Design Grant

Adopt: Vote - Apply/Accept/Expend $155,000 MassDOT Small Bridge Phase I Design Grant

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ApprovePassed · 9–0

Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Mercier, C. Scott). So voted.

Yes: Chau, Drinkwater, Gitschier, Jenness, Leahy, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, YemThe roll call lists Kimberly Scott as absent for this vote; left out of it.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Mercier, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Nuon)

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

Vote - Apply/Accept/Expend $2,670,000 One Stop For Growth Grants

Adopt: Vote - Apply/Accept/Expend $2,670,000 One Stop For Growth Grants

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ApprovePassed · 9–0

Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Mercier, C. Scott). So voted.

Yes: Chau, Drinkwater, Gitschier, Jenness, Leahy, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, YemThe roll call lists Kimberly Scott as absent for this vote; left out of it.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Mercier, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Nuon)

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

Vote - Auth Mgr Ex. 5 Year Contract For LRWWU Engineering Services

Adopt: Vote - Auth Mgr Ex. 5 Year Contract For LRWWU Engineering Services

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Vote - Authorize Payment Of Bills Incurred In Excess Of Appropriations

Remove from table

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ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

In City Council, Motion to remove from table by C. Leah, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted.

From the minutes

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

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

Adopt: Vote - Authorize Payment Of Bills Incurred In Excess Of Appropriations

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ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Motion to adopt as ammended to retract invoice in the amount of $110, 204 by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt as ammended to retract invoice in the amount of $110, 204 by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Scott)

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

Vote - Set FY2024 Revolving Fund Spending Limits

Adopt: Vote - Set FY2024 Revolving Fund Spending Limits

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ApprovePassed · 9–0

Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Mercier, C. Robinson). So voted.

Yes: Chau, Drinkwater, Gitschier, Jenness, Leahy, 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. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Mercier, C. Robinson). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Leahy)

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

Vote - Transfer $115,000 - MIS

Adopt: Vote - Transfer $115,000 - MIS

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ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

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

From the minutes

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

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

Order - 60 Day Trial

Adopt: Order - 60 Day Trial

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ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

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

From the minutes

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

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Claims - (3) Property Damage

Refer to Law Department: Claims - (3) Property Damage

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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. 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 refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Scott)

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

Bundle Items #9.2, #9.3 and #9.4

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ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion to bundle Items #9.2, #9.3 and #9.4 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

“Motion to bundle Items #9.2, #9.3 and #9.4 by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Jenness)

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

National Grid/Verizon NE - Request Installation Of Additional Pole On Varnum Avenue, Near Riverside Avenue

Send to a public hearing: National Grid/Verizon NE - Request Installation Of Additional Pole On Varnum Avenue, Near Riverside Avenue

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 11, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, 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 July 11, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)

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National Grid/Verizon NE - Request Installation Of Additional Pole On Varnum Avenue, Near Fowler Road

Send to a public hearing: National Grid/Verizon NE - Request Installation Of Additional Pole On Varnum Avenue, Near Fowler Road

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 11, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, 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 July 11, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)

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

National Grid - Request Installation Of Underground Conduit Within Morse Street To Improve Electrical Service To The...

Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request Installation Of Underground Conduit Within Morse Street To Improve Electrical Service To The...

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 11, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, 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 July 11, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)

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

Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Look Into The Possibility Of Using Existing Canal Waterways To...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Look Into The Possibility Of Using Existing Canal Waterways To...

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

From the minutes

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

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Ask the City Manager to Have Human Resources Report On How The Cyber Issue Is Affecting The Hiring Process

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Human Resources Report On How The Cyber Issue Is Affecting The Hiring Process

Minutes, page 1

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)

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Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Update Engineering Website To List The Most Recent Paving...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Update Engineering Website To List The Most Recent Paving Conditions...

Minutes, page 1

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)

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Ask the City Manager to Look Into Offering The School Department Retirees Lifelock

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Look Into Offering The School Department Retirees Lifelock

Minutes, page 1

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: Gitschier, second: Nuon)

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Ask the City Manager to Update The City Council On City-Wide Crosswalk Painting

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Update The City Council On City-Wide Crosswalk Painting

Minutes, page 1

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 1 (PDF)

Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Work To Develop A Master Plan Around Parking For Back...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Work To Develop A Master Plan Around Parking For Back Central...

Minutes, page 1

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: Scott, second: Robinson)

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Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update On The Tanner Street Redevelopment Plan

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update On The Tanner Street Redevelopment Plan

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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: Scott, second: Yem)

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Ask the City Manager to Work With Appropriate Departments To Develop A City-Wide Litter Educational Campaign

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With Appropriate Departments To Develop A City-Wide Litter Educational Campaign

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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: Scott, second: Drinkwater)

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Ask the City Manager to Work With The Appropriate Department To Find A Way To Broadcast Public Meetings Without...

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With The Appropriate Department To Find A Way To Broadcast Public Meetings Without...

Minutes, page 1

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. Filed by Kimberly Scott and Rita Mercier; Kimberly Scott is shown as mover.

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

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Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Update City Council On Sidewalk Repair In District 3

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Update City Council On Sidewalk Repair In District 3

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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: Leahy, second: Jenness)

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Ask the City Manager to Update City Council On A Scheduled Plan For The Shedd Park Pavilion Repairs

Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Update City Council On A Scheduled Plan For The Shedd Park Pavilion Repairs

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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

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

From the minutes

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

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ADJOURNMENT

Adjourn

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

In City Council, Motion to Adjourn 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.

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

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