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June 11, 2024
39 recorded votes, 32 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. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Minutes Of AD-HOC S/C - Superior Court House Restoration May 21st; Parks & Recreation SC May 28th; City Council...
Accept and place on file: Minutes Of AD-HOC S/C - Superior Court House Restoration May 21st; Parks & Recreation SC May 28th; City Council Regular...
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)
Ask the City Manager to Appoint A Solid Waste And Recycling Committee To Investigate The Implementation Of New Education
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Appoint A Solid Waste And Recycling Committee To Investigate The Implementation Of New Education
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: Scott, second: Yem)
Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report On The Feasibility Of Implementing A Working Committee To Look At A Ways...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report On The Feasibility Of Implementing A Working Committee To Look At A Ways And...
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: Scott, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report Detailing The City’s Current Legal Requirements To Provide Trash Pick-Up To...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide A Report Detailing The City’s Current Legal Requirements To Provide Trash Pick-Up To...
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 Kimberly Scott and Erik R. Gitschier; Kimberly Scott is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to Update The City Council On The Paving Of The VFW From Mammoth Road To Magnolia Street
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Update The City Council On The Paving Of The VFW From Mammoth Road To Magnolia Street
In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to Request The Mayor Give A Status Update On The Selection Of The Ceremonial Mayor Position By...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Request The Mayor Give A Status Update On The Selection Of The Ceremonial Mayor Position By The...
In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager/Rules SC. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted. Filed by Erik R. Gitschier and Corey Robinson; Erik R. Gitschier is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager/Rules SC. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier)
Refer to Rules SC: Ask the City Manager to Request The Mayor Give A Status Update On The Selection Of The Ceremonial Mayor Position By The Voters...
Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Gitschier to refer matter to the Rules SC. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Gitschier to refer matter to the Rules SC. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Gitschier)
Ask the City Manager to And The Administration Explore The Feasibility Of Establishing A Solid Waste/Recycling...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to And The Administration Explore The Feasibility Of Establishing A Solid Waste/Recycling...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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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 Provide Quarterly Reports On Parking Placard Program Including...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Provide Quarterly Reports On Parking Placard Program Including How...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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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 Update The “See Something/Say Something” Graphic With A...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Update The “See Something/Say Something” Graphic With A...
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: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Provide A Detailed Report On What Plans Are In Place To Ensure Safe Usage Of Our South...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide A Detailed Report On What Plans Are In Place To Ensure Safe Usage Of Our South Common...
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: Robinson, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Reach Out To Service Providers For The Unhoused To Explore Ways To Create Warming/Cooling...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Reach Out To Service Providers For The Unhoused To Explore Ways To Create Warming/Cooling...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Take Items #5.2 and #5.3 out of order
Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson to take Items #5.2 and #5.3 out of order. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson to take Items #5.2 and #5.3 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to Work With The LPD To Explore Utilizing The Ring Platform To Send Important Informational...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With The LPD To Explore Utilizing The Ring Platform To Send Important Informational...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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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 Follow Up With The Council Regarding The Parking Lot Reconfiguration At Smyth Cannabis On...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Follow Up With The Council Regarding The Parking Lot Reconfiguration At Smyth Cannabis On...
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)
Ask the City Manager to Have The Crosswalk At Boyleston And Bishop Moved To Corner Of Brunswick And Boyleston
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Crosswalk At Boyleston And Bishop Moved To Corner Of Brunswick And Boyleston
In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to Have The Transportation Engineer Place Speed Humps On Arcand Drive For The Benefit Of Police...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Transportation Engineer Place Speed Humps On Arcand Drive For The Benefit Of Police...
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: Leahy, second: Yem)
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)
Refer to Transportation SC: Motion Responses
A) Motion Response – LRTA – Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness to refer matter to Transportation SC. So voted.
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From the minutes
“A) Motion Response – LRTA – Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness to refer matter to Transportation SC. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Communication - Appointments To Lowell Sustainability Council
Approve: Communication - Appointments To Lowell Sustainability Council
In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Communication - Appointments To Library Board Of Trustees
Approve: Communication - Appointments To Library Board Of Trustees
In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Bundle and waive second reading of Items #6.1 through #6.5, inclusive
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to bundle and waive second reading of Items #6.1 through #6.5, inclusive. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to bundle and waive second reading of Items #6.1 through #6.5, inclusive. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Vote - Accept/Expend $123,300 Lead Service Line Planning Grant – Water
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $123,300 Lead Service Line Planning Grant – Water
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Vote - Accept/Expend FY24 Earmarked Funds - Lower Locks
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend FY24 Earmarked Funds - Lower Locks
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Vote - Accept/Expend FY24 Earmarked Funds - Open Space
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend FY24 Earmarked Funds - Open Space
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Vote - Accept/Expend FY24 Earmarked Funds - Vacant Storefront
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend FY24 Earmarked Funds - Vacant Storefront
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Vote - Approve And Submit Letter To Massachusetts Department Of Transportation
Adopt: Vote - Approve And Submit Letter To Massachusetts Department Of Transportation
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Ordinance - Amend Fee Schedule - Waste
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Fee Schedule - Waste
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 25, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 25, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Jenness)
Suspend rules to allow owner of business located at 45 Palmer Street to address the Council C. Robinson, seconded
Motion to suspend rules to allow owner of business located at 45 Palmer Street to address the Council C. Robinson, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to suspend rules to allow owner of business located at 45 Palmer Street to address the Council C. Robinson, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier)
Subcommittee Reports
Accept the report: Subcommittee Reports
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to accept the report as a report of progress. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to accept the report as a report of progress. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Wire Insp. - Teleport Communications D/B/A AT&T - Request Installation Of Underground Conduit At University Avenue...
Adopt: Wire Insp. - Teleport Communications D/B/A AT&T - Request Installation Of Underground Conduit At University Avenue And Riverside Street
In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt the accompanying order by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt the accompanying order by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Claim - (2) Property Damage
Refer to Law Department: Claim - (2) Property Damage
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Descoteaux)
Misc. - Marianne Rosa Request Installation Of Handicap Parking Sign At 53 Mount Hope Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Marianne Rosa Request Installation Of Handicap Parking Sign At 53 Mount Hope Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Chau)
Misc. - Ivelisse Salgado Request Installation Of Speed Bumps On Stanley Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Ivelisse Salgado Request Installation Of Speed Bumps On Stanley Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Chau. 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. Gitschier, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Chau)
Misc. - Jessica Segill Request Installation Of "Quiet Zone" Signs In And Around 26 Ottawa Street Per Massachusetts...
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Jessica Segill Request Installation Of "Quiet Zone" Signs In And Around 26 Ottawa Street Per...
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Chau. 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. Gitschier, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Chau)
National Grid/Verizon NE - Request Installation Of 1 JO Pole On Boston Road
Send to a public hearing: National Grid/Verizon NE - Request Installation Of 1 JO Pole On Boston Road
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 25, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 25, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
National Grid - Request Installation Of Underground Electric Conduit At Foundry, Quebec And Plain Streets
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request Installation Of Underground Electric Conduit At Foundry, Quebec And Plain Streets
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 25, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 25, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Yem)
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