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January 30, 2024
32 recorded votes, 30 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Mayor Daniel P. Rourke presiding.
Present: Sokhary Chau, John Descoteaux, 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
Accept and place on file: Communication Remote / Zoom Participation
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
Minutes Of City Council Meeting January 23rd, For Acceptance
Accept and place on file: Minutes Of City Council Meeting January 23rd, For Acceptance
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
National Grid - Request Installation Of (1) JO Pole At Development At 733 Broadway Street
Continue to February 13, 2024: National Grid - Request Installation Of (1) JO Pole At Development At 733 Broadway Street
Motion to continue to February 13, 2024 by M. Rourke, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted.
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“Motion to continue to February 13, 2024 by M. Rourke, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Leahy)
National Grid - Request Installation Of Underground Electric Conduit For Service To Development At 733 Broadway Street
Continue to February 13, 2024: National Grid - Request Installation Of Underground Electric Conduit For Service To Development At 733 Broadway Street
Motion to continue to February 13, 2024 by M. Rourke, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted.
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“Motion to continue to February 13, 2024 by M. Rourke, seconded by C. Leahy. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Leahy)
Take Items #6.1 out of order
Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness to take Items #6.1A and B out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness to take Items #6.1A and B out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Find Ways And Means To Have DPW Clear Clutter/Furrniture Etc., Out Of The Third Floor...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Find Ways And Means To Have DPW Clear Clutter/Furrniture Etc., Out Of The Third Floor Hallway...
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)
Request: Parks And Recreation SC Reconvene A Meeting Of Parks, To Further Discuss Policies And Procedures That Were...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: Parks And Recreation SC Reconvene A Meeting Of Parks, To Further Discuss Policies And Procedures That Were...
In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to Update The City Council On The City’s New Equity And Inclusion Fund
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Update The City Council On The City’s New Equity And Inclusion Fund
In City Council, seconded by C. Yem, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Yem, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Yem)
Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report Regarding MassHire And The Status Of Employment And Any Grant Availability
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report Regarding MassHire And The Status Of Employment And Any Grant Availability
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: Nuon, second: Leahy)
Ask the City Manager to Provide The City Council Information Regarding Major Projects In The City And A Financial...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide The City Council Information Regarding Major Projects In The City And A Financial...
In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to Update The City Council On The Status Of The Use Of Wireless
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Update The City Council On The Status Of The Use Of Wireless
In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Gitschier)
Request: Rules SC Meet To Develop A Rule For City Council Approved Motions To Carry Forward Indefinitely As Open...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: Rules SC Meet To Develop A Rule For City Council Approved Motions To Carry Forward Indefinitely As Open Until...
In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager/Rules SC. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager/Rules SC. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Update The City Council On The Restroom Repairs At The Stoklosa Middle School, Butler Middle...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Update The City Council On The Restroom Repairs At The Stoklosa Middle School, Butler Middle...
In City Council, seconded by C. Descoteaux, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Descoteaux, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Descoteaux)
Ask the City Manager to Update The City Council On The Intersection Of Chelmsford Street And Cambridge Street
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Update The City Council On The Intersection Of Chelmsford Street And Cambridge Street
In City Council, seconded by C. Descoteaux, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Descoteaux, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Descoteaux)
Ask the City Manager to Begin Conversations Around A Possible Partnership With Lowell Catholic With Focus On...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Begin Conversations Around A Possible Partnership With Lowell Catholic With Focus On...
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: Robinson, second: Yem)
Ask the City Manager to Have The Law Department Draft An Ordinance Requiring That All Contractors And Subcontractors
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Law Department Draft An Ordinance Requiring That All Contractors And Subcontractors
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: Robinson, second: Yem)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide A Detailed Timeline; Including Scope Of Work For Clean-Up Of...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide A Detailed Timeline; Including Scope Of Work For Clean-Up Of All...
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Bundle items: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide A Detailed Timeline; Including Scope Of Work For Clean-Up Of All City Green...
Motion by Mercier, seconded by Leahy to bundle Items #5.13 and #5.14. So voted.
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“Motion by Mercier, seconded by Leahy to bundle Items #5.13 and #5.14. So voted..”
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Work With State And Federal Partners For Grant Opportunities For...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Work With State And Federal Partners For Grant Opportunities 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: Rourke, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Start Discussions With Lowell Transitional Living Center And Other Partners To Improve...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Start Discussions With Lowell Transitional Living Center And Other Partners To Improve Housing...
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: Rourke, second: Mercier)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
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)
Take Item #6.2 out of order
Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness to take Item #6.2 out of order. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness to take Item #6.2 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Refer to the department: Motion Responses
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier to refer matter back to department for upgrades. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier to refer matter back to department for upgrades. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Gitschier)
Informational Report Informational Report - Presentation by LHA on River's Edge Project – Tha Chhan (Ex. Dir. LHA)...
Request City Manager forward letter of support for housing legislation regarding Rivers Edge
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to request City Manager forward letter of support for housing legislation regarding Rivers Edge. So vote.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to request City Manager forward letter of support for housing legislation regarding Rivers Edge. So vote..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Communication - Resignation Of Anne Mulhern From Library Board Of Trustees
Accept and place on file: Communication - Resignation Of Anne Mulhern From Library Board Of Trustees
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)
Communication - City Manager Request (1) Out Of State Travel LPD
Adopt: Communication - City Manager Request (1) Out Of State Travel LPD
In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Yem)
Bundle and waive second reading of Items #7.1 and #7.2
Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier to bundle and waive second reading of Items #7.1 and #7.2. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier to bundle and waive second reading of Items #7.1 and #7.2. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Vote - Accept/Expend FY24 Earmarked Funds - Gage Field
Refer to the Parks & Recreation SC by C: Vote - Accept/Expend FY24 Earmarked Funds - Gage Field
Motion to refer to Parks & Recreation SC by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Parks & Recreation SC by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Gitschier)
Vote - Accept/Expend FY24 Earmarked Funds - Martin Complex
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend FY24 Earmarked Funds - Martin Complex
Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Leahy)
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. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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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)
Misc. - Jessica Lozada - Alkassar Request Installation Of A Handicap Parking Sign At 13 Kinsman Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Jessica Lozada - Alkassar Request Installation Of A Handicap Parking Sign At 13 Kinsman Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Scott, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Scott, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Mercier)
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