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Malden City Council · 2020–2021 Council · Regular meeting

October 19, 2021

28 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.

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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

Every vote, in order

Paper 449-21

Approve the minutes: Minutes of the Meeting of October 12, 2021.

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Condon, that the Council Minutes be approved.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Condon, 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: Condon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Paper 450-21

Approve the minutes: Minutes of the Meeting of October 5, 2021.

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Condon, that the Council Minutes be approved.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Condon, 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: Condon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Paper 438-21

Adopt the order: Order: That the city Council adopt the precinct map (map #4) that has been recommended by the redistricting subcommittee as presented and before the council.

Minutes, page 3

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Spadafora, that the Order be adopted.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Spadafora, that the Order be adopted. 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: Spadafora)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Paper 439-21

Refer the petition to the License Committee: Petition: Class II - John’s Service, 200 Beach Street, Malden, MA - (15) vehicles - renewal.

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

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)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Paper 440-21

Refer the petition to the License Committee: Petition: Class II - Autotech II, Inc., 1236 Eastern Avenue, Malden, MA (5) vehicles - renewal.

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

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)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Paper 441-21

Refer the petition to the License Committee: Petition: Class II - Malden Auto Brokers, 225 Eastern Avenue, MA - 20 vehicles - renewal.

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

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)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Paper 442-21

Refer the petition to the License Committee: Petition: Class II - Malden Auto Sales, 147 Ferry Street, Malden, MA - 25 vehicles - renewal.

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

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)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Paper 460-21

Refer the petition to the License Committee: Petition: Class II - Broadway Auto Motors, Inc., 495 Broadway, Malden, MA (27) vehicles - renewal.

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

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)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Paper 443-21

Refer the petition to the License Committee: Petition: Amusement Machines - Loyal Order of the Moose, Lodge 1910, 562 Broadway, Malden, MA (1) machine - renewal.

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

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)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Paper 444-21

Refer the petition to the License Committee: Petition: Amusement Machines - GLS Associates, Inc., 50 Holden Street, Malden, MA - (9) renewal.

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

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)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Paper 445-21

Refer the petition to the License Committee: Petition: Poolroom-Billiard License - AOH - Ancient Order of Hibernians, Inc., 259 Charles St., Malden, MA (1) renewal.

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

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)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Paper 446-21

Refer the petition to the License Committee: Petition: Christmas Tree Sales - Smart Buy Auto Group, Inc., 616 Broadway, Malden, MA - new.

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

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)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Paper 447-21

Refer the petition to the License Committee: Petition: Fortune Teller - Angie Marks, 495 Broadway, Malden, MA - renewal.

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

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)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

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)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Paper 451-21

Place on file the appointment: Mayoral Re-Appointment: Eric T. Rubin, 5 Sullivan Circle, Stoneham, MA as a constable to serve process in the City of Malden effective November 9, 2021 and said term...

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Crowe that the Appointment be placed on file.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe that the Appointment be placed on file. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Crowe)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Paper 452-21

Refer the order to the Finance Committee: Order: Be it hereby ordained that the Revised Ordinances of 2020 Section 12.28.060 Obstructions be amended as follows, (See Attached).

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora that the Order be referred to the Finance Committee.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora that the Order 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: Spadafora)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Paper 453-21

Pass the resolution: Resolve: That the Mayor propose to the Public Works Commission a water rate structure that provides relief to residents 65 years of age or older who own and occupy their one...

Minutes, page 7

Adopt resolutionPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Winslow, that the Resolution be passed.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Winslow, that the Resolution be passed. 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: Winslow)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Paper 454-21

Refer the communication to the Rules & Ordinance Committee: Communication: Planning Board Paper # 405-21 - Order: Be it hereby ordained that Section 12 of the Revised Ordinances of 2020 effective...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Camell, that the Communication be referred to the Rules & Ordinance Committee.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Camell, that the Communication 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: Camell)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Paper 455-21

Refer the communication to the Rules & Ordinance Committee: Communication: Planning Board Paper # 383-21 - Order: Alternative #1: ORDER: Be it hereby ordained that Section 12 of the Revised...

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Communication be referred to the Rules & Ordinance Committee.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Communication 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: Sica)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Enrolled Ordinances

Ordain the ordinance

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Ordinance be ordained.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Sica, 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: Spadafora, second: Sica)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Paper 409-21

Ordain the ordinance: Order: Be it hereby ordained that the revised ordinances of 2020 are hereby amended as follows: Amend section 2.24.060 of the Police Patrolman Salary Schedule Amend section...

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Condon, that the Ordinance be ordained.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Condon, 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: Spadafora, second: Condon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Committee Reports

Receive and file the committee report

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Crowe that the Committee Report be received and filed.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe 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: Crowe)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Paper 372-21

Receive and file the committee report: Mayoral Appointment: Susan Chu, 210 West Street, 1st Floor, Malden, MA as an associate member of the Board of Appeal, said term to expire on March 1, 2023....

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Crowe that the Committee Report be received and filed.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe 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: Crowe)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Paper 427-21

Receive and file the committee report: Mayoral Re-Appointment: Kenny N. Mazonson, 206 Bryant Street, # 4, Malden, MA as a member of the Conservation Commission, said term to expire on October 1, 2023.

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Crowe that the Committee Report be received and filed.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe 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: Crowe)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Paper 372-21

Appoint the appointment: Mayoral Appointment: Susan Chu, 210 West Street, 1st Floor, Malden, MA as an associate member of the Board of Appeal, said term to expire on March 1, 2023. Susan will...

Minutes, page 9

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Appointment be appointed.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Appointment be appointed. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Crowe, second: DeMaria)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Paper 426-21

Appoint the appointment: Mayoral Re-Appointment: Matthew Burne, 80 Cross St., Malden, as a member of the Conservation Commission, said term to commence upon his confirmation by the City Council...

Minutes, page 10

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Appointment be appointed.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Appointment be appointed. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Crowe, second: DeMaria)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Paper 427-21

Appoint the appointment: Mayoral Re-Appointment: Kenny N. Mazonson, 206 Bryant Street, # 4, Malden, MA as a member of the Conservation Commission, said term to expire on October 1, 2023.

Minutes, page 9

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Condon, that the Appointment be appointed.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Condon, that the Appointment be appointed. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Crowe, second: Condon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Adjournment

Adjourn the meeting

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Condon, that the meeting be adjourned.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Condon, that the meeting be adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote: The meeting adjourned at 9:09 P.M. Yea: 11 - Anderson, Camell, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Sica, second: Condon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

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