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November 12, 2024
24 recorded votes, 16 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Mayor Daniel P. Rourke presiding.
Present: John Descoteaux, Erik R. Gitschier, Wayne Jenness, Rita Mercier, Vesna Nuon, Corey Robinson, Daniel P. Rourke, Kimberly Scott, Corey Belanger
Absent: Sokhary Chau, Paul Ratha Yem
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. Belanger, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Belanger, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Belanger, second: Gitschier)
Minutes of Non-Profit Organization SC November 5th; City Council Regular Meeting November 5th, for acceptance
Accept and place on file: Minutes of Non-Profit Organization SC November 5th; City Council Regular Meeting November 5th, for acceptance
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, 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
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Jenness)
Ordinance - Amend Zoning Extend UMF District 234-268 Mt. Vernon, 89 Willie, and 5 Farnham
Adopt: Ordinance - Amend Zoning Extend UMF District 234-268 Mt. Vernon, 89 Willie, and 5 Farnham
Motion “To adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Ordinance - Amend Chap 222 - Unlawful Camping on Public Property
Adopt: Ordinance - Amend Chap 222 - Unlawful Camping on Public Property
Motion “To adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 nay (C. Jenness), 2 absent (C. Chau, C. Yem). So voted.
Yes: Belanger, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, ScottNo: JennessThe 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. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 1 nay (C. Jenness), 2 absent (C. Chau, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Ordinance - Amend Chap 227
Adopt: Ordinance - Amend Chap 227
Motion “To adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Vote - MRF FY2025
Adopt: Vote - MRF FY2025
Motion “To adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to Work with the Lowell Police Department to Conduct a Public Education Campaign Regarding "Car...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work with the Lowell Police Department to Conduct a Public Education Campaign Regarding "Car...
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: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Work with the Lowell Police Department to Conduct a Public Education Campaign Regarding...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work with the Lowell Police Department to Conduct a Public Education Campaign Regarding...
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 Work with the Lowell Police Department to Increase the Number of Surveillance Cameras in the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work with the Lowell Police Department to Increase the Number of Surveillance Cameras in the...
In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, 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. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Gitschier)
Ask the City Manager to petition the state delegation for the purpose of expanding mental health services at state...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to petition the state delegation for the purpose of expanding mental health services at state...
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: Belanger, second: Descoteaux)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. 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. Mercier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Descoteaux)
Refer Items #6.1 (A) to (F) and (H) to (J), inclusive, to the Transportation SC
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott to refer Items #6.1 (A) to (F) and (H) to (J), inclusive, to the Transportation SC. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott to refer Items #6.1 (A) to (F) and (H) to (J), inclusive, to the Transportation SC. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Communication - Planning Board Recommendation regarding zoning changes at Mount Vernon, Willie and Farnham Streets
Accept and place on file: Communication - Planning Board Recommendation regarding zoning changes at Mount Vernon, Willie and Farnham Streets
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, 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
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Jenness)
Communication - City
Adopt: Communication - City
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Bundle and waive second reading of Items #7.1 to #7.3, inclusive
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to bundle and waive second reading of Items #7.1 to #7.3, 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 #7.1 to #7.3, inclusive. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Vote - Accept/Expend $21,301 Literacy Volunteers of MA Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $21,301 Literacy Volunteers of MA Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Jenness)
Vote - Accept/Expend $39,600 EMPG Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $39,600 EMPG Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Jenness)
Vote - Rescind Special Speed Regulation 6060
Adopt: Vote - Rescind Special Speed Regulation 6060
Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Jenness)
Vote - Adopt MGL c.44 s.55C
Send to a public hearing: Vote - Adopt MGL c.44 s.55C
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on November 26, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Robinson, 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
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on November 26, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Gitschier)
Order - 60 Day Trial
Adopt: Order - 60 Day Trial
Motion to adopt by C. Scott, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Scott, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Robinson)
Ordinance - Establishment of Affordable Housing Trust Fund
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Establishment of Affordable Housing Trust Fund
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on November 26, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on November 26, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Nuon)
Misc. - Jeremy Felix Caban request reimbursement for towing
Refer to Law Department: Misc. - Jeremy Felix Caban request reimbursement for towing
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Misc. - Thomas Cloutier (for benefit of Saren Chet) request installation of a handicap parking sign at 110 Branch...
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Thomas Cloutier (for benefit of Saren Chet) request installation of a handicap parking sign at 110...
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. 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. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Gitschier)
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