MassVoter.com← Malden City CouncilMalden City Council · 2018–2019 Council · Regular meeting
March 6, 2018
65 recorded votes, 18 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Present: Peg Crowe, Paul Condon, John Matheson, Ryan O'Malley, Barbara Murphy, David Camell, Neal Anderson, Jadeane Sica, Deborah DeMaria, Craig Spadafora, Stephen Winslow
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Paper 138-18
Approve the minutes: Minutes of the meeting of February 20, 2018.
A motion was made by Councillor Winslow that the Council Minutes be approved.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow that the Council Minutes be approved. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Winslow)
Paper 139-18
Approve the minutes: Minutes of the meeting of February 27, 2018.
A motion was made by Councillor Winslow that the Council Minutes be approved.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow that the Council Minutes be approved. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Winslow)
Paper 63-18
Grant the petition: Amusement Machine: Town Line Ten Pin Corp., 665 Broadway, 25 machines (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 71-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Driver: Christopher Jackson, 24 Surfside Rd. #6 Lynn, MA 01902 (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 104-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Driver: John A. Colanton, 4 Belmont Ave., Lynn, MA 01905 (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 105-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Driver: Valentin Tchaly, 92 Devir St., Malden (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 106-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Driver: Donald F. Porter, 25 Sherman St., Everett, MA 02149 (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 107-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Driver: Carlos F. Vargas, 123 Wyoming Ave., Melrose, MA 02176 (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 108-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Driver: Frantz Paul, 15 Clarendon St., Malden (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 109-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Driver: Dennis Sullivan, 500 Revere Beach Blvd. #205, Revere, MA 02151 (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 110-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Driver: Michael Rapaglia, 489 Lowell St., Methuen, MA 01844 (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 118-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Driver: Richard J. Habeeb, 826 Broadway, Revere, MA 02151 (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 112-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Driver: John Danca, 36 Highland Ct., Malden (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 113-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Driver: William Sweet, 117 Medford St., Malden (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 114-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Driver: Allan Fisher, 28 Hazelwood St., Malden (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 115-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Driver: John O’Flaherty, 21A John St., Chelsea, MA 02150 (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 116-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Driver: John Johnson, 97 Bucknam St., Everett, MA 02149 (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 117-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Driver: William C. Cook, 98 Laurel St. Malden (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 118-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Driver: Richard J. Habeeb, 826 Broadway, Revere, MA 02151 (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 119-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Driver: John P. Melusky, 28 Hazelwood St., Malden (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 120-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Driver: Joseph O’Hearn, 3 Miner St., Somerville, MA 02145 (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 121-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Driver: David W. McNamara, 51 Melrose St. #2A, Melrose, MA 02176 (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson)
Paper 494-17
Grant the petition: Class II: 99 Towing & Truck, 469 Broadway, 7 cars (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson, second: Sica)
Paper 541-17
Grant the petition: Class II: Uni Auto Center, Inc., 369 Salem St., 20 cars (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson, second: Sica)
Paper 64-18
Grant the petition: Class II: Joe Ciampa Auto Body Inc., 322 Eastern Ave. 4 cars (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson, second: Sica)
Paper 103-18
Grant the petition: Class II: Kenneth G. Lafauci dba Brothers Auto Body, 969 Salem St., 0 cars (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson, second: Sica)
Paper 66-18
Grant the petition: Livery: Kassahun T. Damita, 411 Salem St. Malden (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson, second: Sica)
Paper 67-18
Grant the petition: Livery: David Ulysse, 23 Bryant St. #3 Malden (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson, second: Sica)
Paper 68-18
Grant the petition: Livery: Linda DelloIacono, 259 Mountain Ave., Malden (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson, second: Sica)
Paper 69-18
Grant the petition: Livery: Samson Assefa, 47 2nd St. (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson, second: Sica)
Paper 70-18
Grant the petition: Taxi Cab: Malden Trans. Inc. 290 Eastern Ave., 39 cabs (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson, second: Sica)
Paper 65-18
Grant the petition: Class II: Andy’s Service Center, Inc., 356 Lebanon St. 3 cars (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Anderson, second: Sica)
Paper 12-18
Amend the ordinance by changing the permit fee from $40.00 to $20.00: Be it hereby Ordained that Chapter 3 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended by adding a new section relative to Driveway Permits.
A motion was made by Councillor Matheson, seconded by Councillor Murphy, that the Ordinance be amended by changing the permit fee from $40.00 to $20.00.
Yes: Matheson, MurphyNo: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, Winslow
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Matheson, seconded by Councillor Murphy, that the Ordinance be amended by changing the permit fee from $40.00 to $20.00. The motion failed by the following vote: Yea: 2- Matheson and Murphy Nay: 9- Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: Matheson, second: Murphy)
Enroll the ordinance: Be it hereby Ordained that Chapter 3 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended by adding a new section relative to Driveway Permits.
A motion was made by Councillor O'Malley that the Ordinance be enrolled.
Yes: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, WinslowNo: Matheson
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor O'Malley that the Ordinance be enrolled. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, Winslow and DeMaria Nay: 1- Matheson.” (Motion: O'Malley)
Paper 122-18
Enroll the ordinance: Be it hereby Ordained that Section 1.13A of Chapter 1 of the R.O. 1991 be amended relative to fees for fines remaining unpaid after notice.
A motion was made by Councillor O'Malley that the Ordinance be enrolled.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor O'Malley that the Ordinance be enrolled. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: O'Malley)
Paper 125-18
Enroll the ordinance: Be it hereby Ordained that Section 5.2 of Chapter 5 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended relative to the Human Rights, Fair Housing, and Disabilities Issues Commission.
A motion was made by Councillor O'Malley that the Ordinance be enrolled.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor O'Malley that the Ordinance be enrolled. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: O'Malley)
Paper 95-18
Confirm the appointment: Mayor’s Appointment: Victoria Parsons, 37 Medford St., Malden as a member of the Conservation Commission, said term to commence upon her confirmation by the City Council...
A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Appointment be confirmed.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Appointment be confirmed. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Crowe, second: O'Malley)
Paper 98-18
Confirm the appointment: Mayor’s Re-appointment: Kathleen Young, 70 Essex St., Malden, MA, as a member of the Board of Registrars of Voters, said term to expire March 31, 2021.
A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Appointment be confirmed.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Appointment be confirmed. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Crowe, second: O'Malley)
Paper 99-18
Confirm the appointment: Mayor’s Re-appointment: Charles Ioven, 42 Appleton St., Malden, as a member of the Planning Board, said term to expire March 1, 2023.
A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Appointment be confirmed.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Appointment be confirmed. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Crowe, second: O'Malley)
Paper 100-18
Confirm the appointment: Mayor’s Re-appointment: Erica Lotz, 57 Newman Rd., Malden, as a member of the Department of Public Works Commission, said term to expire March 1, 2021.
A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Appointment be confirmed.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Appointment be confirmed. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Crowe, second: O'Malley)
Paper 461-17
That the docket rules be suspended: Be it Ordained that Section 300.3 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended relative to use regulations for hotels and motels.
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy that the docket rules be suspended.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy that the docket rules be suspended. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Murphy)
Ordain the ordinance: Be it Ordained that Section 300.3 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended relative to use regulations for hotels and motels.
A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Murphy, that the Ordinance be ordained.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Murphy, that the Ordinance be ordained. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: Spadafora, second: Murphy)
Paper 471-17
Discharge from committee the ordinance from Rules & Ordinance Committee: Be it hereby Ordained that Sections 300.1.1, 300.3.2.7, and 300.3.2.8 of Chapter 12 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended relative...
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Ordinance be discharged from Rules & Ordinance Committee.
Yes: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, SpadaforaNo: DeMaria, Winslow
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Ordinance be discharged from Rules & Ordinance Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 9- Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica and Spadafora Nay: 2- Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: Murphy, second: O'Malley)
Paper 472-17
Discharge from committee the ordinance from Rules & Ordinance Committee: Be it hereby Ordained that Section 300.10 of Chapter 12 the R.O. of 1991 be amended relative to All Structures More Than...
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Ordinance be discharged from Rules & Ordinance Committee.
Yes: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, SpadaforaNo: DeMaria, Winslow
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Ordinance be discharged from Rules & Ordinance Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 9- Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica and Spadafora Nay: 2- Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: Murphy, second: O'Malley)
Paper 467-17
Discharge from committee the ordinance from Rules & Ordinance Committee: Be it hereby Ordained that Section 400.3 of Chapter 12 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended relative to Dimensional Controls for...
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Ordinance be discharged from Rules & Ordinance Committee.
Yes: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, SpadaforaNo: DeMaria, Winslow
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Ordinance be discharged from Rules & Ordinance Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 9- Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica and Spadafora Nay: 2- Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: Murphy, second: O'Malley)
Paper 468-17
Discharge from committee the ordinance from Rules & Ordinance Committee: Be it hereby Ordained that Section 400.11 of Chapter 12 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended relative to Height Requirements.
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Ordinance be discharged from Rules & Ordinance Committee.
Yes: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, SpadaforaNo: DeMaria, Winslow
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Ordinance be discharged from Rules & Ordinance Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 9- Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica and Spadafora Nay: 2- Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: Murphy, second: O'Malley)
Paper 469-17
Discharge from committee the ordinance from Rules & Ordinance Committee: Be it hereby Ordained that Sections 300.13 and 300.14 of Chapter 12 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended to eliminate Residential...
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Ordinance be discharged from Rules & Ordinance Committee.
Yes: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, SpadaforaNo: DeMaria, Winslow
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Ordinance be discharged from Rules & Ordinance Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 9- Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica and Spadafora Nay: 2- Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: Murphy, second: O'Malley)
Paper 471-17
Amend the ordinance: Be it hereby Ordained that Sections 300.1.1, 300.3.2.7, and 300.3.2.8 of Chapter 12 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended relative to Use Regulations and Table of Use Regulations for...
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Ordinance be amended by striking "Except for residential use “dwelling, multifamily, more than 3 6 stories but not to exceed 6 12 stories,” where special permit shall be required by the City Council in accordance with section 300.10 (all structures more than three six stories)".
The minutes give the roll call (10-0) but do not list Ryan O'Malley, who is on the attendance line. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Ordinance be amended by striking "Except for residential use “dwelling, multifamily, more than 3 6 stories but not to exceed 6 12 stories,” where special permit shall be required by the City Council in accordance with section 300.10 (all structures more than three six stories)". The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, Sica, Spadafora, Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Sica)
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Ordinance be amended by changing “SP” to “No” in Column BC for “Dwelling, multifamily, more than 6 stories but not exceeding 12 stories”.
Yes: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, SpadaforaNo: Winslow
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Ordinance be amended by changing “SP” to “No” in Column BC for “Dwelling, multifamily, more than 6 stories but not exceeding 12 stories”. The motion carried by the following vote. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and DeMaria Nay: 1- Winslow.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Sica)
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Ordinance be amended by eliminating in its entirety use category, “Dwelling, Multifamily, more than 12 stories.”.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Ordinance be amended by eliminating in its entirety use category, “Dwelling, Multifamily, more than 12 stories.”. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Sica)
That the docket rules be suspended for the purposes of ordaining: Be it hereby Ordained that Sections 300.1.1, 300.3.2.7, and 300.3.2.8 of Chapter 12 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended relative to Use...
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Spadafora, that the docket rules be suspended for the purposes of ordaining.
Yes: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, Sica, SpadaforaNo: DeMaria, O'Malley, Winslow
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Spadafora, that the docket rules be suspended for the purposes of ordaining. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 8- Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, Sica and Spadafora Nay: 3- O'Malley, Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Spadafora)
Ordain the ordinance: Be it hereby Ordained that Sections 300.1.1, 300.3.2.7, and 300.3.2.8 of Chapter 12 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended relative to Use Regulations and Table of Use Regulations...
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Spadafora, that the Ordinance be ordained.
Yes: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, Sica, SpadaforaNo: DeMaria, O'Malley, WinslowThe minutes record this as failing even though more councillors voted yes than no (8-3); some motions need a two-thirds vote.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Spadafora, that the Ordinance be ordained. The motion failed by the following vote: Yea: 8- Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, Sica and Spadafora Nay: 3- O'Malley, Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Spadafora)
Paper 470-17
Discharge from committee the ordinance from Rules & Ordinance Committee: Be it hereby Ordained that Section 700.14 of Chapter 12 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended to eliminate the Rowe’s Quarry...
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Ordinance be discharged from Rules & Ordinance Committee.
Yes: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, WinslowNo: DeMaria
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Ordinance be discharged from Rules & Ordinance Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow Nay: 1- DeMaria.” (Motion: Murphy, second: O'Malley)
Paper 473-17
Discharge from committee the ordinance from Rules & Ordinance Committee: Be it hereby Ordained that Section 400.1.2.1 400.1.2.2 of Chapter 12 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended relative to Lot Area...
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Ordinance be discharged from Rules & Ordinance Committee.
Yes: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, WinslowNo: DeMaria
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Ordinance be discharged from Rules & Ordinance Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow Nay: 1- DeMaria.” (Motion: Murphy, second: O'Malley)
Paper 467-17
Place on file the ordinance: Be it hereby Ordained that Section 400.3 of Chapter 12 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended relative to Dimensional Controls for allowed uses in Central Business (BC) Zoning...
A motion was made by Councillor O'Malley, seconded by Councillor Winslow, that the Ordinance be placed on file.
Yes: Anderson, DeMaria, O'Malley, WinslowNo: Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, Sica, Spadafora
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor O'Malley, seconded by Councillor Winslow, that the Ordinance be placed on file. The motion failed by the following vote: Yea: 4- Anderson, O'Malley, Winslow and DeMaria Nay: 7- Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, Sica and Spadafora.” (Motion: O'Malley, second: Winslow)
Amend the ordinance by increasing the lot area to 7,500 sq. ft: Be it hereby Ordained that Section 400.3 of Chapter 12 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended relative to Dimensional Controls for allowed...
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Matheson, that the Ordinance be amended by increasing the lot area to 7,500 sq. ft..
Yes: MurphyNo: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Matheson, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, Winslow
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Matheson, that the Ordinance be amended by increasing the lot area to 7,500 sq. ft.. The motion failed by the following vote: Yea: 1- Murphy Nay: 10 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Matheson)
Amend the ordinance by limiting the height to 6 stories for all uses in BC (Central Business District): Be it hereby Ordained that Section 400.3 of Chapter 12 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended...
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Matheson, that the Ordinance be amended by limiting the height to 6 stories for all uses in BC (Central Business District).
Yes: Condon, MurphyNo: Anderson, Camell, Crowe, DeMaria, Matheson, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, Winslow
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Matheson, that the Ordinance be amended by limiting the height to 6 stories for all uses in BC (Central Business District). The motion failed by the following vote: Yea: 2- Condon and Murphy Nay: 9- Anderson, Camell, Crowe, Matheson, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Matheson)
Amend the ordinance: Be it hereby Ordained that Section 400.3 of Chapter 12 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended relative to Dimensional Controls for allowed uses in Central Business (BC) Zoning District.
A motion was made by Councillor Matheson, seconded by Councillor Murphy, that the Ordinance be amended to increase the minimum density for structures between 3 and 6 stories in height to 750 square feet per dwelling unit.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Matheson, seconded by Councillor Murphy, that the Ordinance be amended to increase the minimum density for structures between 3 and 6 stories in height to 750 square feet per dwelling unit. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: Matheson, second: Murphy)
Enroll as amended the ordinance: Be it hereby Ordained that Section 400.3 of Chapter 12 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended relative to Dimensional Controls for allowed uses in Central Business (BC)...
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Matheson, that the Ordinance be enrolled as amended.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Matheson, that the Ordinance be enrolled as amended. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Matheson)
That the docket rules be suspended for the purposes of ordaining: Be it hereby Ordained that Section 400.3 of Chapter 12 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended relative to Dimensional Controls for allowed...
A motion was made by Councillor Matheson, seconded by Councillor Murphy, that the docket rules be suspended for the purposes of ordaining.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Matheson, seconded by Councillor Murphy, that the docket rules be suspended for the purposes of ordaining. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: Matheson, second: Murphy)
Ordain the ordinance: Be it hereby Ordained that Section 400.3 of Chapter 12 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended relative to Dimensional Controls for allowed uses in Central Business (BC) Zoning District.
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Matheson, that the Ordinance be ordained.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Matheson, that the Ordinance be ordained. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Matheson)
Paper 468-17
Table the ordinance for one week: Be it hereby Ordained that Section 400.11 of Chapter 12 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended relative to Height Requirements.
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Matheson, that the Ordinance be tabled for one week.
Yes: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Matheson, Murphy, Sica, Spadafora, WinslowNo: O'Malley
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Matheson, that the Ordinance be tabled for one week. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, Sica, Spadafora, Winslow and DeMaria Nay: 1- O'Malley.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Matheson)
Paper 469-17
Table the ordinance for one week: Be it hereby Ordained that Sections 300.13 and 300.14 of Chapter 12 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended to eliminate Residential Incentive Overlay (RIO) and...
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Matheson, that the Ordinance be tabled for one week.
Yes: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Matheson, Murphy, Sica, Spadafora, WinslowNo: O'Malley
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Matheson, that the Ordinance be tabled for one week. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, Sica, Spadafora, Winslow and DeMaria Nay: 1- O'Malley.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Matheson)
Paper 473-17
Place on file the ordinance: Be it hereby Ordained that Section 400.1.2.1 400.1.2.2 of Chapter 12 of the R.O. of 1991 be amended relative to Lot Area and Frontage Requirements for Single and...
A motion was made by Councillor O'Malley, seconded by Councillor Murphy, that the Ordinance be placed on file.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor O'Malley, seconded by Councillor Murphy, that the Ordinance be placed on file. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, Matheson, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, Winslow and DeMaria.” (Motion: O'Malley, second: Murphy)
Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting
A motion was made by Councillor Matheson that the meeting be adjourned.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Matheson that the meeting be adjourned. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Matheson)
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