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February 13, 2024
23 recorded votes, 18 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. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Descoteaux)
Minutes Of Parks And Recreation SC February 6th; City Council Regular Meeting February 6th, For Acceptance
Accept and place on file: Minutes Of Parks And Recreation SC February 6th; City Council Regular Meeting February 6th, For Acceptance
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)
Suspend rules to discuss Senior Center
Motion to suspend rules to discuss Senior Center by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“Motion to suspend rules to discuss Senior Center by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Update The Council On Laying Of The Wreaths/American Flags At All Gold Star Poles/Squares...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Update The Council On Laying Of The Wreaths/American Flags At All Gold Star Poles/Squares And...
In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager / Veterans SC. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager / Veterans SC. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Scott)
Refer to Veterans SC: Ask the City Manager to Update The Council On Laying Of The Wreaths/American Flags At All Gold Star Poles/Squares And...
Motion by C. Yem, seconded by C. Robinson to refer to Veterans SC. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Yem, seconded by C. Robinson to refer to Veterans SC. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to Update The Council On The Progress Of The MassWorks Infrastructure Improvements In...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Update The Council On The Progress Of The MassWorks Infrastructure Improvements In Connection...
In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Have Appropriate Department Work With LRTA To Install Sustainable Bus Stop Shelters At City...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Appropriate Department Work With LRTA To Install Sustainable Bus Stop Shelters At City...
In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Chau)
Ask the City Manager to Provide The City Council With A Report On How Many Road Trenches Permits Have Been Given Out...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide The City Council With A Report On How Many Road Trenches Permits Have Been Given Out...
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: Gitschier, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Look Into Adding A Pickle Ball Court In The Area Of The Michael...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Look Into Adding A Pickle Ball Court In The Area Of The Michael...
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 Work With LPD, DPW And The State To Thin Out Encampment Vegetation Ahead Of Spring
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With LPD, DPW And The State To Thin Out Encampment Vegetation Ahead Of Spring
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)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide A Report On The Installation Of “Dog Waste Stations”...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Provide A Report On The Installation Of “Dog Waste Stations” Throughout...
In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Gitschier)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Update The City Council Regarding Capital Repairs Being Done At The...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Update The City Council Regarding Capital Repairs Being Done At The...
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: Leahy, second: Gitschier)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Jenness)
Request City Manager send letter of support to the delegation regarding House Bill # 3634 – public safety fireworks
B) Motion Response - Number of Violations for Fireworks – Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Scott to request City Manager send letter of support to the delegation regarding House Bill # 3634 – public safety fireworks. So voted.
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“B) Motion Response - Number of Violations for Fireworks – Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Scott to request City Manager send letter of support to the delegation regarding House Bill # 3634 – public safety fireworks. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Scott)
Communication - Various Resignations From Sustainability Council
Accept and place on file: Communication - Various Resignations From Sustainability Council
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” 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 accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Communication - City
Adopt: Communication - City
In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Leahy)
Bundle and waive second reading of Items #6.1 to #6.3, inclusive
Motion to bundle and waive second reading of Items #6.1 to #6.3, inclusive by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to bundle and waive second reading of Items #6.1 to #6.3, inclusive by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Vote - Accept MassDOT Safe Routes To School Infrastructure Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept MassDOT Safe Routes To School Infrastructure Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Mercier)
Vote - Accept/Expend $5,000 Parker Foundation Grant – CASE
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $5,000 Parker Foundation Grant – CASE
Motion to adopt by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Mercier)
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
Motion to adopt by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Mercier)
Claims - (9) Property Damage
Refer to Law Department: Claims - (9) Property Damage
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Gitschier. 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. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Gitschier)
Executive Session - Discuss Matters Of Litigation (Open Meeting Complaint), Public Discussions Of Which May Have A...
Go into executive session: Executive Session - Discuss Matters Of Litigation (Open Meeting Complaint), Public Discussions Of Which May Have A...
In City Council, Motion to enter Executive Session and adjourn from that session by C. Yem, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopter per Roll Call vote, 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to enter Executive Session and adjourn from that session by C. Yem, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopter per Roll Call vote, 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Leahy)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn in Executive Session by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn in Executive Session by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
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