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February 2, 2021
32 recorded votes, 6 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Present: Peg Crowe, Paul Condon, Amanda Linehan, Ryan O'Malley, Barbara Murphy, David Camell, Neal Anderson, Jadeane Sica, Deborah DeMaria, Craig Spadafora, Stephen Winslow
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Jadeane Sica recused from the vote on "Grant the petition: Class II: Andy’s Service Center, Inc., 356 Lebanon St., Malden, 3 cars (Renewal)".
- Jadeane Sica recused from the vote on "Grant the petition: Class II: Broadway Auto Motors, Inc., 495 Broadway, Malden, 27 cars (Renewal)".
- Jadeane Sica recused from the vote on "Grant the petition: Class II: Rigano’s, 1081 Fellsway, Malden, 20 cars (Renewal)".
- Jadeane Sica recused from the vote on "Grant the petition: Class II: Culleton Bros. Inc., 61 Clinton St., Malden, 2 cars (Renewal)".
- Jadeane Sica recused from the vote on "Grant the petition: Class II: Malden Middlesex Motors Sales, Inc., 129 Charles St., Malden, 15 cars (Renewal)".
Every vote, in order
Paper 34-21
Approve the minutes: Minutes of the Meeting of January 19, 2021.
A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Council Minutes be approved.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Council Minutes be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Winslow, second: DeMaria)
Paper 33-21
Approve the minutes: Minutes of the Meeting of January 26, 2021.
A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Council Minutes be approved.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Council Minutes be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Winslow, second: DeMaria)
Paper 35-21
Refer the petition to the License Committee: Class II: Richard’s Motorcars, Inc., 672 Broadway, Malden, 80 cars (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Counclllor Sica, that the Petition be referred to the License Committee.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Counclllor Sica, that the Petition be referred to the License Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Condon, second: Sica)
Paper 36-21
Refer the petition to the License Committee: Extended Hours: Speedway #2504, 214 Broadway, Malden, Hours: 24/7 (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be referred to the License Committee.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be referred to the License Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Condon, second: Sica)
Paper 37-21
Refer the petition to the License Committee: Petition: Livery: David Ulysse, 230 Bryant St. #3, Malden, 1 livery (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be referred to the License Committee.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be referred to the License Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Condon, second: Sica)
Paper 38-21
Refer the petition to the License Committee: Petition: Livery: Ideal Park Limousine Services, Inc., 61 High Rock Rd., Malden, 1 livery (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be referred to the License Committee.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be referred to the License Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Condon, second: Sica)
Paper 39-21
Refer the petition to the License Committee: Petition: Livery: Roman Kerm, 150 Sylvan St., Malden, 3 liveries (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be referred to the License Committee.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Petition be referred to the License Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Condon, second: Sica)
Paper 40-21
Refer the order to the Rules & Ordinance Committee: Order: Be it ordained that Section 12.16 (Dimensional Controls) of the Revised Ordinances of 2020 be amended by revising Section 12.16.050 as to...
A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Order be referred to the Rules & Ordinance Committee.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Order be referred to the Rules & Ordinance Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Spadafora, second: O'Malley)
Paper 41-21
Refer the order to the Rules & Ordinance Committee: Order: Be it ordained that Section 12.12 (Use Regulation), of the Revised Ordinances of 2020, be amended by adding new Section 12.12.200, to...
A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Order be referred to the Rules & Ordinance Committee.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Order be referred to the Rules & Ordinance Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Spadafora, second: O'Malley)
Paper 42-21
Refer the order to the Rules & Ordinance Committee: Order: Be it hereby ordained that Chapter 12 of the Revised Ordinances of 2020 be amended (see attachment): #1. Amend Chapter 12.08.040...
A motion was made by Councillor O'Malley, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Order be referred to the Rules & Ordinance Committee.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor O'Malley, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Order be referred to the Rules & Ordinance Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: O'Malley, second: DeMaria)
Paper 43-21
Refer the resolution to the Finance Committee: Resolve: That the City Council acknowledge the work of the Administration and thank them as they continue to navigate through the pandemic. We...
A motion was made by Councillor DeMaria, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Resolution be referred to the Finance Committee.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor DeMaria, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Resolution be referred to the Finance Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: DeMaria, second: Linehan)
Paper 44-21
Pass the resolution: Resolve: That it is the sense of the City Council, that in response to the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Malden shall promote economic development to recover...
A motion was made by Councillor O'Malley, seconded by Councillor Condon, that the Resolution be passed.
The minutes give the roll call (10-0) but do not list Craig Spadafora, who is on the attendance line. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor O'Malley, seconded by Councillor Condon, that the Resolution be passed. The motion carried by the following vote: Councillor Spadafora voted present Yea: 10 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica and Winslow.” (Motion: O'Malley, second: Condon)
Paper 45-21
Receive and file the communication: Communication: From Mayor Gary Christenson regard update on Inclusionary Zoning along with the Feasibility Report.
A motion was made by Councillor Crowe that the Communication be received and filed.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe that the Communication be received and filed. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Crowe)
Paper 466-20
Ordain the ordinance: Order: Be it hereby Ordained that Sections 2.08.040 and 2.16.060 of Chapter 2 of the R.O. of 2020 be amended to read "COMMISSION ON ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND SUSTAINABILITY".
A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Ordinance be ordained.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Ordinance be ordained. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Winslow, second: DeMaria)
Paper 468-20
Ordain the ordinance: Order: Be it hereby ordained that the City of Malden Revised Ordinances of 2020 Section 4.16 Sign Control be amended by adding the following additional language: 1....
A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Murphy, that the Ordinance be ordained.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Murphy, that the Ordinance be ordained. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Winslow, second: Murphy)
Paper 453-20
Recuse herself from the first batch being voted on because of paper 13-21 being a relative: Class II: Malden Middlesex Motors Sales, Inc., 129 Charles St., Malden, 15 cars (Renewal)
Councillor Sica motioned to recuse herself from the first batch being voted on because of paper 13-21 being a relative. Councillor Crowe seconded the motion
From the minutes
“Councillor Sica motioned to recuse herself from the first batch being voted on because of paper 13-21 being a relative. Councillor Crowe seconded the motion, It was so voted by a roll call vote: Camell (y), Condon (y), Crowe (y), DeMaria (y), Linehan (y), Murphy (y), O'Malley (y), Sica (y), Spadafora (y), Winslow (y) Anderson (y).” (Motion: Sica, second: Crowe)
Receive and file the committee report: Class II: Malden Middlesex Motors Sales, Inc., 129 Charles St., Malden, 15 cars (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon that the Committee Report be received and filed.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon that the Committee Report be received and filed. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Condon)
Paper 20-21
Grant the petition: Class II: Andy’s Service Center, Inc., 356 Lebanon St., Malden, 3 cars (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Petition be granted.
Yes: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Spadafora, WinslowLeft out of this vote: Jadeane Sica (recused).
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Spadafora and Winslow Recused: 1- Sica.” (Motion: Condon, second: Crowe)
Paper 12-21
Grant the petition: Class II: Broadway Auto Motors, Inc., 495 Broadway, Malden, 27 cars (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Petition be granted.
Yes: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Spadafora, WinslowLeft out of this vote: Jadeane Sica (recused).
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Spadafora and Winslow Recused: 1- Sica.” (Motion: Condon, second: Crowe)
Paper 13-21
Grant the petition: Class II: Rigano’s, 1081 Fellsway, Malden, 20 cars (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Petition be granted.
Yes: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Spadafora, WinslowLeft out of this vote: Jadeane Sica (recused).
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Spadafora and Winslow Recused: 1- Sica.” (Motion: Condon, second: Crowe)
Paper 452-20
Grant the petition: Class II: Culleton Bros. Inc., 61 Clinton St., Malden, 2 cars (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Petition be granted.
Yes: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Spadafora, WinslowLeft out of this vote: Jadeane Sica (recused).
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Spadafora and Winslow Recused: 1- Sica.” (Motion: Condon, second: Crowe)
Paper 453-20
Grant the petition: Class II: Malden Middlesex Motors Sales, Inc., 129 Charles St., Malden, 15 cars (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Petition be granted.
Yes: Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Spadafora, WinslowLeft out of this vote: Jadeane Sica (recused).
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Spadafora and Winslow Recused: 1- Sica.” (Motion: Condon, second: Crowe)
Paper 454-20
Grant the petition: Class II: Next Level Motors, Inc., 189 Eastern Ave., 35 cars (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Condon, second: Crowe)
Paper 455-20
Grant the petition: Class II: Smart Buy USA, 616 Broadway, Malden, 26 cars (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Condon, second: Crowe)
Paper 285-20
Grant with conditions the petition: Class II: GP Motorcycle Supply, 420 Broadway, Malden, 4 motorcycles (New)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Petition be granted with conditions.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Petition be granted with conditions. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Condon, second: Crowe)
Paper 338-20
Grant the petition: Petition: Class II - Auto Tech II, 1236 Eastern Avenue, Malden, MA - 5 cars needs dealer plates registration (incomplete application)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Condon, second: DeMaria)
Paper 14-21
Grant the petition: Class III: Malden Broadway Auto Body, Inc., 590 Broadway, Malden (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Condon, second: Linehan)
Paper 456-20
Grant the petition: Class III: Malden Middlesex Motors Sales, Inc., 129 Charles St., Malden (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Condon, second: Linehan)
Paper 15-21
Grant the petition: Extended Hours: Walgreens, 185 Centre St., Malden, Hours: 24/7 (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Condon, second: Linehan)
Paper 16-21
Grant the petition: Livery: Linda DelloIacono, 259 Mountain Ave. #1, Malden, 1 livery (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Condon, second: Linehan)
Paper 457-20
Grant the petition: Second-Hand Dealer: Great Eastern Vintage, 258 Highland Ave., Malden (New)
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Condon, second: Linehan)
Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting
A motion was made by Councillor DeMaria, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the meeting be adjourned.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor DeMaria, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the meeting be adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote: Meeting adjourned at 9:27 P.M. Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: DeMaria, second: Crowe)
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