MassVoter.com← Lowell City CouncilLowell City Council · 2022–2023 Council · Regular meeting
November 14, 2023
38 recorded votes, 27 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Vice Chair Erik R. Gitschier presiding.
Present: John Drinkwater, Erik R. Gitschier, Wayne Jenness, John J. Leahy, Rita Mercier, Vesna Nuon, Corey Robinson, Daniel P. Rourke, Kimberly Scott, Paul Ratha Yem
Absent: Sokhary Chau
Every vote, in order
Communication Remote / Zoom Participation
Accept and place on file: Communication Remote / Zoom Participation
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Yem)
Minutes Of Transportation SC Meeting October 24; City Council Meeting October 24th; Special Events SC Meeting...
Accept and place on file: Minutes Of Transportation SC Meeting October 24; City Council Meeting October 24th; Special Events SC Meeting November...
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Leahy)
Vote - Cancel Council Meeting 11.28.23
Adopt: Vote - Cancel Council Meeting 11.28.23
Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 2 nays (VC. Gitschier, C. Nuon), 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted.
Yes: Drinkwater, Jenness, Leahy, Mercier, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemNo: Gitschier, NuonThe roll call names the no votes and gives 8 yeas, which matches the other councilors present; they are shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted by Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 2 nays (VC. Gitschier, C. Nuon), 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Rourke)
Ordinance - Create Position COA Chef Manager
Adopt: Ordinance - Create Position COA Chef Manager
Motion to Adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to Adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Contact The LRTA Requesting A Report To Specifically Detail The Expected Increase For The...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Contact The LRTA Requesting A Report To Specifically Detail The Expected Increase For The LRTA...
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: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Add Cedar Lane To The Crack Sealing List And Repair A Manhole
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Add Cedar Lane To The Crack Sealing List And Repair A Manhole
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: Nuon, second: Rourke)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide Possibilities To Improve Lighting Around Eagle Park
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide Possibilities To Improve Lighting Around Eagle Park
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Explore Making A “4-Way” Stop At Tenth And Beacon Streets
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Explore Making A “4-Way” Stop At Tenth And Beacon Streets
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: Robinson, second: Drinkwater)
Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Explore The Feasibility Of Converting Puffer Avenue Into A One-Way
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Explore The Feasibility Of Converting Puffer Avenue Into A One-Way
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to Work With The CO-OP Team, The LP And Other Relevant Stakeholders To Invite Unhoused...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With The CO-OP Team, The LP And Other Relevant Stakeholders To Invite Unhoused...
In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Rourke)
Ask the City Manager to Have Transportation Engineer Give A Report On Traffic/Speeding At The Intersection Of...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Transportation Engineer Give A Report On Traffic/Speeding At The Intersection Of Mammoth...
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)
Ask the City Manager to Have DPD Contact The MA Department Of Conservation & Recreation To Explore The Options For...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have DPD Contact The MA Department Of Conservation & Recreation To Explore The Options For...
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: Rourke, second: Leahy)
Ask the City Manager to Have The DPD Explore Options For Creating A Dog Park At LeBlanc Park
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The DPD Explore Options For Creating A Dog Park At LeBlanc Park
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: Rourke, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report Detailing Necessary Steps To Move Forward With The Election Of A Mayor By...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report Detailing Necessary Steps To Move Forward With The Election Of A Mayor By The...
In City Council, seconded by C. Yem, referred to City Manager/Elections Laws and Redistricting SC. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Yem, referred to City Manager/Elections Laws and Redistricting SC. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Yem)
Refer to the Election Laws: Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report Detailing Necessary Steps To Move Forward With The Election Of A Mayor By The...
Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Scott to refer matter to Election Laws and Redistricting SC. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Scott to refer matter to Election Laws and Redistricting SC. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Evaluate The Feasibility Of Creating A Residential Parking Sticker...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Evaluate The Feasibility Of Creating A Residential Parking Sticker...
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 Kimberly Scott; 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 Analyze The City Of Worcester ’s Election Policies And Procedures For...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Analyze The City Of Worcester ’s Election Policies And Procedures For...
In City Council, seconded by C. Leahy, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Leahy, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Leahy)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Leahy, 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. Leahy, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Mercier)
Refer to the Economic/Downtown Development SC by C: Motion Responses
A) Motion Response - Creating A Pot Of Soft Money Affordable Housing Production – Motion to refer to Economic/Downtown Development SC by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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From the minutes
“A) Motion Response - Creating A Pot Of Soft Money Affordable Housing Production – Motion to refer to Economic/Downtown Development SC by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Communication - Appointment Of Deborah Belanger To Historic Board
Approve: Communication - Appointment Of Deborah Belanger To Historic Board
In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Nuon)
Communication - Resignation Of Amy Watson From Library Board Of Trustees
Accept and place on file: Communication - Resignation Of Amy Watson From Library Board Of Trustees
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)
Bundle and waive second reading for Items #7.1 to #7, inclusive
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to bundle and waive second reading for Items #7.1 to #7, inclusive. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to bundle and waive second reading for Items #7.1 to #7, inclusive. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Vote - Accept/Expend $199,000 Local Health Support For COVID-
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $199,000 Local Health Support For COVID-
Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Vote - Accept/Expend $2,885 FM Global Fire Prevention Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $2,885 FM Global Fire Prevention Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Vote - Accept/Expend $500,000 MassCall3 Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $500,000 MassCall3 Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Vote - Accept/Expend $60,000 FY24 Municipal Road Safety Grant – LPD
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $60,000 FY24 Municipal Road Safety Grant – LPD
Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Vote - Accept/Expend $97,000 Tobacco Control Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $97,000 Tobacco Control Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Vote - Establish Opioid Settlement Stabilization Fund
Adopt: Vote - Establish Opioid Settlement Stabilization Fund
Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Vote - Transfer $325,000 – LPD
Adopt: Vote - Transfer $325,000 – LPD
Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Chau). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Vote - MRF Vote FY2024
Send to a public hearing: Vote - MRF Vote FY2024
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on December 5, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Drinkwater, 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, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on December 5, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Yem)
Order - 60 Day Trial
Adopt: Order - 60 Day Trial
Motion to adopt by C. Scott, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted by Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (M. Chau, C. Nuon). So voted.
Yes: Drinkwater, Gitschier, Jenness, Leahy, Mercier, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe roll call lists Vesna Nuon as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Scott, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted by Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (M. Chau, C. Nuon). So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Rourke)
Ordinance - Amend Chap 227 By Adding New Article III
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Chap 227 By Adding New Article III
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on December 5, 2023 at 7 PM 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, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on December 5, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Claim - (1) Property Damage
Refer to Law Department: Claim - (1) Property Damage
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation 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 refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Yem)
Misc. - Alvaro Gouveia Request Removal Of (2) "No Parking" Signs In Front Of 7 Carter Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Alvaro Gouveia Request Removal Of (2) "No Parking" Signs In Front Of 7 Carter Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, 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 refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Boston Gas D/B/A National Grid - Request Installation Of 280 Foot Four Inch Plastic Main On Canal Street From...
Send to a public hearing: Boston Gas D/B/A National Grid - Request Installation Of 280 Foot Four Inch Plastic Main On Canal Street From Jackson...
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on December 5, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Robinson, 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, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on December 5, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Rourke)
National Grid - Request Installation Of Underground Electric Conduit On Morse Street To Improve Service To Lowell...
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request Installation Of Underground Electric Conduit On Morse Street To Improve Service To Lowell...
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on December 5, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Yem, 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 December 5, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Leahy)
National Grid - Request Installation Of Underground Electric Conduit On Doanne Street To Improve Service To Lowell...
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request Installation Of Underground Electric Conduit On Doanne Street To Improve Service To Lowell...
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on December 5, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Mercier, 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 December 5, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Drinkwater)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Drinkwater)
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