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December 7, 2021
31 recorded votes, 8 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, Neal Anderson, Jadeane Sica, Deborah DeMaria, Craig Spadafora, Stephen Winslow
Absent: David Camell
During the meeting:
- Jadeane Sica recused from the vote on "Grant the petition: Petition: Class I - Absolute Auto Rental & Sales, Inc., 495 Broadway, Malden, MA...".
- Jadeane Sica recused from the vote on "Grant the petition: Petition: Class II - Smart Buy Auto Group d/b/a Smart Buy USA, 616 Broadway, Malden...".
- Jadeane Sica recused from the vote on "Grant the petition: Petition: Class II - Richard’s MotorCars, Inc., 672 Broadway, Malden, MA - 80 vehicles...".
- Jadeane Sica recused from the vote on "Grant the petition: Petition: Class II - Auto Bazaar Corporation, 17 Charles Street, Malden, MA - 21...".
- Jadeane Sica recused from the vote on "Grant the petition: Petition: Class II - Sica’s Automotive, Inc., 1114 Eastern Avenue, Malden, MA - 2...".
- Jadeane Sica recused from the vote on "Grant the petition: Petition: Class II - Prestige Motors of Malden, 600 Broadway, Malden, MA 67 vehicles...".
- Jadeane Sica recused from the vote on "Grant the petition: Petition: Class II - Andy’s Service Center, Inc., 356 Lebanon St., Malden, MA - 3...".
Every vote, in order
Paper 554-21
Confirm the appointment: Council Re-Appointment: Lisa Cagno, 31 Quincy Street, Malden, MA as Clerk of Committee term to expire December 31, 2022.
A motion was made by Councillor DeMaria, seconded by Councillor Condon, that the Appointment be confirmed.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor DeMaria, seconded by Councillor Condon, that the Appointment be confirmed. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: DeMaria, second: Condon)
Paper 555-21
Pass the resolution: Resolve: That the City Council attend Diversity, Equity and Inclusion training in 2022 facilitated by Bybiose Larochelle. Further that the City Council establish a code of...
A motion was made by Councillor DeMaria, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Resolution be passed.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor DeMaria, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Resolution be passed. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: DeMaria, second: Linehan)
Paper 556-21
Amend the Resolve to include 4 items: Resolve: That the Malden City Council acknowledges the detrimental impact that racism...
Councillor Sica made a motion to amend the Resolve to include 4 items, Councillor Murphy seconded the motion. 1) hire a DEI Consultant 2) the Commission members will decide the chair 3) add a second youth member 4) DEI Coordinator will convene the Commission but doesn't have to chair
From the minutes
“Councillor Sica made a motion to amend the Resolve to include 4 items, Councillor Murphy seconded the motion. 1) hire a DEI Consultant 2) the Commission members will decide the chair 3) add a second youth member 4) DEI Coordinator will convene the Commission but doesn't have to chair It was so voted: Condon (y), Crowe (y), DeMaria (y), Linehan (y), Murphy (y), O'Malley (y), Sica (y), Spadafora (y), Winslow (y), Anderson (y).” (Motion: Sica, second: Murphy)
Pass as amended the resolution: Resolve: That the Malden City Council acknowledges the detrimental impact that racism has on our residents and community and will establish a Racial Equity...
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Murphy, that the Resolution be passed as amended.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Murphy, that the Resolution be passed as amended. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Murphy)
Paper 548-21
Pass the resolution: Resolve: That it is the sense of the City Council that a stone bench be placed on the new City Hall Plaza and dedicated to the former Mayor of Malden, Ed Lucey.
A motion was made by Councillor DeMaria, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Resolution be passed.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor DeMaria, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Resolution be passed. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: DeMaria, second: O'Malley)
Paper 383-21
Ordain the ordinance: Order: Alternative #1: ORDER: Be it hereby ordained that Section 12 of the Revised Ordinances of 2020 effective 1/1/2020 be amended by amending Section 12.030 Use Regulations...
A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Winslow, that the Ordinance be ordained.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Winslow, that the Ordinance be ordained. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Anderson, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Spadafora, second: Winslow)
Paper 536-21
Enroll the paper: Order: Be it hereby ordained that the Revised Ordinances of 2020 be amended as...
Councillor Spadafora made a motion to enroll the paper, seconded by Councillor Crowe
From the minutes
“Councillor Spadafora made a motion to enroll the paper, seconded by Councillor Crowe, it was so voted by roll call vote: Condon (y), Crowe (y), DeMaria (y), Linehan (y) Murphy (y), O'Malley (y), Sica (y), Spadafora (y), Winslow (y), Anderson (y).” (Motion: Spadafora, second: Crowe)
Suspend council rules for the purpose of ortdaining: Order: Be it hereby ordained that the Revised Ordinances of 2020 be amended as...
Councillor Winslow made a motion to suspend council rules for the purpose of ortdaining,Councillor Murphy seconded the motion
From the minutes
“Councillor Winslow made a motion to suspend council rules for the purpose of ortdaining,Councillor Murphy seconded the motion, it was so voted by roll call vote : Condon (y), Crowe (y), DeMaria (y), Linehan (y), Murphy (y), O'Malley (y), Sica (y), Spadafora (y), Winslow (y), Anderson (y).” (Motion: Winslow, second: Murphy)
Ordain the ordinance: Order: Be it hereby ordained that the Revised Ordinances of 2020 be amended as follows: Amend section 2.24.080 of Fire Fighters Salary Schedule (see attached).
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: 10 - Anderson, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Winslow, second: DeMaria)
Paper 464-19
Enroll the ordinance to the City Council: Order: That the City Council review and evaluate Section 2.30 of its ordinances known as “Community Preservation Committee, Composition: Duties, etc.”
A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Ordinance be enrolled to the City Council.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Ordinance be enrolled to the City Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Anderson, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora and Winslow.” (Motion: Winslow, second: Crowe)
Paper 543-21
Adopt the order: Order: That the following position be given special municipal employee status: Person who holds this position works periodically providing assistance to the Inspectional Services...
A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Winslow, that the Order be adopted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Winslow, that the Order be adopted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Spadafora, second: Winslow)
Paper 559-21
Be recused from voting on the dealer licenses because of paper 525-21: Committee Report: License - Petitions - The following petitions have been recommended...
Councillor Sica requested to be recused from voting on the dealer licenses because of paper 525-21. seconded by Councillor Condon
From the minutes
“Councillor Sica requested to be recused from voting on the dealer licenses because of paper 525-21. seconded by Councillor Condon it was so voted ; Condon (y), Crowe (y), DeMaria (y), Linehan (y), Murphy (y), O'Malley (y), Sica (y), Spadafora (y), Winslow (y), Anderson (y)..” (Motion: Sica, second: Condon)
Paper 510-21
Grant the petition: Petition: Class I - Absolute Auto Rental & Sales, Inc., 495 Broadway, Malden, MA - renewal.
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Petition be granted.
Yes: Anderson, 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 DeMaria, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 9- Anderson, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Spadafora and Winslow Recused: 1- Sica.” (Motion: Condon, second: DeMaria)
Paper 511-21
Grant the petition: Petition: Class II - Smart Buy Auto Group d/b/a Smart Buy USA, 616 Broadway, Malden, MA 26 vehicles - renewal.
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Petition be granted.
Yes: Anderson, 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 DeMaria, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 9- Anderson, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Spadafora and Winslow Recused: 1- Sica.” (Motion: Condon, second: DeMaria)
Paper 521-21
Grant the petition: Petition: Class II - Richard’s MotorCars, Inc., 672 Broadway, Malden, MA - 80 vehicles - renewal.
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Petition be granted.
Yes: Anderson, 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 DeMaria, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 9- Anderson, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Spadafora and Winslow Recused: 1- Sica.” (Motion: Condon, second: DeMaria)
Paper 522-21
Grant the petition: Petition: Class II - Auto Bazaar Corporation, 17 Charles Street, Malden, MA - 21 vehicles - renewal.
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Petition be granted.
Yes: Anderson, 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 DeMaria, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 9- Anderson, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Spadafora and Winslow Recused: 1- Sica.” (Motion: Condon, second: DeMaria)
Paper 525-21
Grant the petition: Petition: Class II - Sica’s Automotive, Inc., 1114 Eastern Avenue, Malden, MA - 2 vehicles - renewal.
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Petition be granted.
Yes: Anderson, 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 DeMaria, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 9- Anderson, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Spadafora and Winslow Recused: 1- Sica.” (Motion: Condon, second: DeMaria)
Paper 527-21
Grant the petition: Petition: Class II - Prestige Motors of Malden, 600 Broadway, Malden, MA 67 vehicles - renewal.
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Petition be granted.
Yes: Anderson, 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 DeMaria, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 9- Anderson, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Spadafora and Winslow Recused: 1- Sica.” (Motion: Condon, second: DeMaria)
Paper 528-21
Grant the petition: Petition: Class II - Andy’s Service Center, Inc., 356 Lebanon St., Malden, MA - 3 vehicles - renewal.
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor DeMaria, that the Petition be granted.
Yes: Anderson, 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 DeMaria, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 9- Anderson, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Spadafora and Winslow Recused: 1- Sica.” (Motion: Condon, second: DeMaria)
Paper 532-21
Grant the petition: Petition: Amusement Machines - Pearl St. Station (Alben, Inc.), 53 Summer St., Malden, MA - 2 machines - renewal.
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 a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Condon, second: DeMaria)
Paper 533-21
Grant the petition: Petition: Extended Hours - Honey Dew Donuts, 691 Eastern Ave., Malden, MA - 5 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. - 7 days; renewal.
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 a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Condon, second: DeMaria)
Paper 534-21
Grant the petition: Petition: Lodging House - Top Tier Properties, LLC (Sir Carlton), 33 Maple Street, Malden, MA - 44 units.
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 a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Condon, second: DeMaria)
Paper 474-21
Appoint the appointment: Mayoral Re-Appointment: Mary Hampton, 29 Beachview Terrace, Malden, MA, as a member of the Historical Commission, said term to expire November 1, 2024.
A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Murphy, that the Appointment be appointed.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Murphy, that the Appointment be appointed. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Crowe, second: Murphy)
Paper 519-21
Appoint the appointment: Mayoral Appointment: Eric Rubin, 5 Sullivan Circle, Stoneham, MA as Director of Public Facilities, said term to expire December 31, 2024.
A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Murphy, that the Appointment be appointed.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Murphy, that the Appointment be appointed. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Crowe, second: Murphy)
Paper 472-21
Appoint the appointment: Mayoral Appointment: Tovah Miller, 46 Converse Avenue # 3, Malden, MA to the Disability Commission said term to commence upon confirmation by the City Council, and to...
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 a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Crowe, second: DeMaria)
Paper 473-21
Appoint the appointment: Mayoral Re-Appointment: Paul Buckley, 115 Emerald Street, Malden, MA as a member of the Conservation Commission, said term to expire on October 1, 2023.
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 a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Crowe, second: Condon)
Paper 564-21
The petition be granted: Committee Report: Public Property (Paper #415-21 Petition: Cellco Partnership d/b/a...
Chair Linehan stated that any questions have been satisfied and asked that the petition be granted. Councillor Spadafora questioned the petitioner on is the pole is being replaced and he has seen far too many poles going up with nothing on them and he feels they are going up for the rent that they can charge for items going on the poles. Councillor Spadafora continued that in the future he won't be routinely support these unless satisfied for complete information. The license was granted with conditions 9-1 : Motion made by Councillor Linehan, seconded by Councillor Sica: Condon (y), Crowe (y), DeMaria (y), Linehan (y), Murphy (y), O'Malley (y), Sica (y), Spadafora (n), Winslow (y), Anderson (y)
Yes: Anderson, Condon, Crowe, DeMaria, Linehan, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, WinslowNo: Spadafora
From the minutes
“Chair Linehan stated that any questions have been satisfied and asked that the petition be granted. Councillor Spadafora questioned the petitioner on is the pole is being replaced and he has seen far too many poles going up with nothing on them and he feels they are going up for the rent that they can charge for items going on the poles. Councillor Spadafora continued that in the future he won't be routinely support these unless satisfied for complete information. The license was granted with conditions 9-1 : Motion made by Councillor Linehan, seconded by Councillor Sica: Condon (y), Crowe (y), DeMaria (y), Linehan (y), Murphy (y), O'Malley (y), Sica (y), Spadafora (n), Winslow (y), Anderson (y).” (second: Sica)
Paper 535-21
Adopt the order: Order: That the sum of $512,160 be and the same is hereby transferred from Salary Reserve (0010-996-5110) to Fire Fighters Salaries (0010-220-5120).
A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Order be adopted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Murphy, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Order be adopted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Murphy, second: Crowe)
Paper 314-21
Approve the petition from Extenet with standard conditions: Resolve: That, the Malden City Council authorize the Mayor, as Malden’s Chief...
Councillor Winslow made a motion to approve the petition from Extenet with standard conditions and the following additional condition; seconded by Councillor DeMaria that the petitioner is not allowed to trim back any city owner trees. The amendment was so voted by voice vote 10-0.
From the minutes
“Councillor Winslow made a motion to approve the petition from Extenet with standard conditions and the following additional condition; seconded by Councillor DeMaria that the petitioner is not allowed to trim back any city owner trees. The amendment was so voted by voice vote 10-0..” (Motion: Winslow, second: DeMaria)
Take from the table the petition to the City Council: Resolve: That, the Malden City Council authorize the Mayor, as Malden’s Chief Executive Officer, to allow remote participation in accordance...
A motion was made by Councillor Linehan, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Petition be taken from the table to the City Council.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Linehan, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Petition be taken from the table to the City Council. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Linehan, second: O'Malley)
Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting
A motion was made by Councillor O'Malley that the meeting be adjourned.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor O'Malley that the meeting be adjourned. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: O'Malley)
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