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Malden City Council · 2022–2023 Council · Regular meeting

December 12, 2023

54 recorded votes, 15 with disagreement.

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Attendance

Present: Peg Crowe, Paul Condon, Amanda Linehan, Ryan O'Malley, Barbara Murphy, Stephen Winslow, Chris Simonelli, Jadeane Sica, Karen Colón Hayes, Carey McDonald, Craig Spadafora

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Consent Agenda

Approve the consent agenda (the routine items listed under it in the minutes)

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Simonelli, seconded by Councillor Sica, to approve the Consent Agenda.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Simonelli, seconded by Councillor Sica, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Murphy, McDonald, Simonelli, Sica, Colon Hayes, O'Malley, Spadafora, Crowe, Linehan, Condon and Winslow.” (Motion: Simonelli, second: Sica)

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

Paper 462-23

Enroll the ordinance: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) 6.08.80 SECONDHAND DEALERS/PAWNBROKERS section D.2 is hereby amended by striking 10% and...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · 9–0

A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Ordinance be enrolled.

Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, WinslowLeft out of this vote: Chris Simonelli (excused) and Craig Spadafora (excused).

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Ordinance be enrolled. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 9- Murphy, McDonald, Sica, Colon Hayes, O'Malley, Crowe, Linehan, Condon and Winslow Excused: 2- Simonelli and Spadafora.” (Motion: Crowe, second: Sica)

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

That the Council rules be suspended for the purpose of Ordaining: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) 6.08.80 SECONDHAND DEALERS/PAWNBROKERS section...

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · 9–0

A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Sica, that Council rules be suspended for the purpose of Ordaining.

Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, WinslowLeft out of this vote: Chris Simonelli (excused) and Craig Spadafora (excused).

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Sica, that Council rules be suspended for the purpose of Ordaining. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 9- Murphy, McDonald, Sica, Colon Hayes, O'Malley, Crowe, Linehan, Condon and Winslow Excused: 2- Simonelli and Spadafora.” (Motion: Crowe, second: Sica)

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

Ordain the ordinance: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) 6.08.80 SECONDHAND DEALERS/PAWNBROKERS section D.2 is hereby amended by striking 10% and...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, Murphy, O'Malley, Sica, WinslowLeft out of this vote: Chris Simonelli (excused) and Craig Spadafora (excused).

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Ordinance be ordained. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 9- Murphy, McDonald, Sica, Colon Hayes, O'Malley, Crowe, Linehan, Condon and Winslow Excused: 2- Simonelli and Spadafora.” (Motion: Crowe, second: Sica)

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

Paper 463-23

Adopt the order: Resolve: That it is the sense of the Malden City Council that the Mayor file and accept grants with and from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Executive Office of Energy and...

Minutes, page 5

Adopt orderPassed · 8–0

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

Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, Murphy, Sica, WinslowLeft out of this vote: Chris Simonelli (excused), Ryan O'Malley (excused) and Craig Spadafora (excused).

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Order be adopted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. Yea: 8- Murphy, McDonald, Sica, Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, Condon and Winslow Excused: 3- Simonelli, O'Malley and Spadafora.” (Motion: Winslow, second: Crowe)

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

Paper 464-23

Adopt the order: Resolve: That it is the sense of the Malden City Council that the Mayor file and accept grants with and from the Commonwealth Of Massachusetts, Executive Office of Energy and...

Minutes, page 5

Adopt orderPassed · 8–0

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

Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, Murphy, Sica, WinslowLeft out of this vote: Chris Simonelli (excused), Ryan O'Malley (excused) and Craig Spadafora (excused).

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Order be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 8- Murphy, McDonald, Sica, Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, Condon and Winslow Excused: 3- Simonelli, O'Malley and Spadafora.” (Motion: Winslow, second: Sica)

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

Paper 465-23

Receive and file the communication: Communication: Planning Board re: Paper 418-23 (Amendment of Section 12.08.010 ESTABLISHMENT of DISTRICTS and to amend Section 12.08.020 ZONING MAP to establish...

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Winslow, that the Communication be received and filed.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Winslow, that the Communication be received and filed. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Murphy, McDonald, Simonelli, Sica, Colon Hayes, O'Malley, Spadafora, Crowe, Linehan, Condon and Winslow.” (Motion: Crowe, second: Winslow)

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

Paper 418-23

Accept the Planning Board recommendation and the Ordinance be amended as presented by changes suggested by Planning...: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of...

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · 10–1

A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor at Large Spadafora, to accept the Planning Board recommendation and the Ordinance be amended as presented by changes suggested by Planning Board and State approval process.

Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, WinslowNo: Murphy

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor at Large Spadafora, to accept the Planning Board recommendation and the Ordinance be amended as presented by changes suggested by Planning Board and State approval process. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - McDonald, Simonelli, Sica, Colon Hayes, O'Malley, Spadafora, Crowe, Linehan, Condon and Winslow Nay: 1- Murphy.” (Motion: Winslow, second: Spadafora)

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

Enroll as amended the ordinance: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) Title 12 is hereby amended as follows: To amend Section 12.08.010 ESTABLISHMENT...

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · 10–1

A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Simonelli, that the Ordinance be enrolled as amended with the condition that the Inclusionary Zoning Waiver be submitted with the Paper to the State.

Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, WinslowNo: Murphy

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Simonelli, that the Ordinance be enrolled as amended with the condition that the Inclusionary Zoning Waiver be submitted with the Paper to the State. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - McDonald, Simonelli, Sica, Colon Hayes, O'Malley, Spadafora, Crowe, Linehan, Condon and Winslow Nay: 1- Murphy.” (Motion: Winslow, second: Simonelli)

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

That the Council rules be suspended for the purpose of ordaining: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) Title 12 is hereby amended as follows: To...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · 10–1

A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that Council rules be suspended for the purpose of ordaining.

Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, WinslowNo: Murphy

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that Council rules be suspended for the purpose of ordaining. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - McDonald, Simonelli, Sica, Colon Hayes, O'Malley, Spadafora, Crowe, Linehan, Condon and Winslow Nay: 1- Murphy.” (Motion: Crowe, second: Hayes)

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

Ordain the ordinance: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) Title 12 is hereby amended as follows: To amend Section 12.08.010 ESTABLISHMENT of...

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · 10–1

A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Winslow, that the Ordinance be ordained.

Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, WinslowNo: Murphy

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Winslow, that the Ordinance be ordained. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - McDonald, Simonelli, Sica, Colon Hayes, O'Malley, Spadafora, Crowe, Linehan, Condon and Winslow Nay: 1- Murphy.” (Motion: Crowe, second: Winslow)

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

Paper 413-23

Enroll the ordinance: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) be hereby amended by updating Title 2, Chapter 24, Section 050 POLICE SUPERIOR OFFICERS...

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · 8–0

A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Ordinance be enrolled.

Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, Murphy, Sica, WinslowLeft out of this vote: Chris Simonelli (excused), Ryan O'Malley (excused) and Craig Spadafora (excused).

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Ordinance be enrolled. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 8- Murphy, McDonald, Sica, Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, Condon and Winslow Excused: 3- Simonelli, O'Malley and Spadafora.” (Motion: Crowe, second: Hayes)

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

That the Council rules be suspended for the purpose of ordaining: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) be hereby amended by updating Title 2, Chapter...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · 8–2

A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Sica, that Council rules be suspended for the purpose of ordaining.

Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, Murphy, Sica, WinslowNo: O'Malley, SpadaforaLeft out of this vote: Chris Simonelli (excused).

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Sica, that Council rules be suspended for the purpose of ordaining. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 8- Murphy, McDonald, Sica, Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, Condon and Winslow Nay: 2- O'Malley and Spadafora Excused: 1- Simonelli.” (Motion: Crowe, second: Sica)

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

Ordain the ordinance: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) be hereby amended by updating Title 2, Chapter 24, Section 050 POLICE SUPERIOR OFFICERS...

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · 8–3

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

Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, Murphy, Sica, WinslowNo: O'Malley, Simonelli, Spadafora

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Ordinance be ordained. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 8- Murphy, McDonald, Sica, Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, Condon and Winslow Nay: 3- Simonelli, O'Malley and Spadafora.” (Motion: Crowe, second: Sica)

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

Paper 414-23

Adopt the order: Ordered: That the sum of $200,000 is transferred from salary reserve (0010-996-5110) to Police Labor Salaries (0010-211-5120).

Minutes, page 8

Adopt orderPassed · 8–3

A motion was made by Councillor at Large McDonald, seconded by Councillor Condon, that the Order be adopted.

Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, Murphy, Sica, WinslowNo: O'Malley, Simonelli, Spadafora

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor at Large McDonald, seconded by Councillor Condon, that the Order be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 8- Murphy, McDonald, Sica, Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, Condon and Winslow Nay: 3- Simonelli, O'Malley and Spadafora.” (Motion: McDonald, second: Condon)

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

Paper 415-23

Adopt the order: Order: That the sum of Eighty-Six Thousand Eight Hundred Twenty-Four Dollars and Thirty Cents ($86,824.30) be and the same is hereby appropriated from the TNC Surcharge Municipal...

Minutes, page 9

Adopt orderPassed · 8–0

A motion was made by Councillor at Large McDonald, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Order be adopted.

Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, Murphy, Sica, WinslowLeft out of this vote: Chris Simonelli (excused), Ryan O'Malley (excused) and Craig Spadafora (excused).

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor at Large McDonald, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Order be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 8- Murphy, McDonald, Sica, Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, Condon and Winslow Excused: 3- Simonelli, O'Malley and Spadafora.” (Motion: McDonald, second: Crowe)

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

Paper 390-23

Confirm the appointment: Mayoral Appointment: Jessica Sherman, 36 Central Avenue, Malden, as a member of the Board of Registrars of Voters, filling the unexpired term of Andrew Zamagni, expiring...

Minutes, page 9

Confirm appointmentPassed · 8–0

A motion was made by Councillor Linehan, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Appointment be confirmed.

Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, Murphy, Sica, WinslowLeft out of this vote: Chris Simonelli (excused), Ryan O'Malley (excused) and Craig Spadafora (excused).

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Linehan, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Appointment be confirmed. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. Yea: 8- Murphy, McDonald, Sica, Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, Condon and Winslow Excused: 3- Simonelli, O'Malley and Spadafora.” (Motion: Linehan, second: Sica)

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

Paper 471-23

Confirm the appointment: Council Appointment: Alicia McNeil, 490 Lebanon Street, Melrose, MA 02176, as City Solicitor, to fill unexpired term of John McNaught expiring March 1, 2025.

Minutes, page 9

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Linehan, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Appointment be confirmed.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Linehan, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Appointment be confirmed. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Linehan, second: Sica)

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

Paper 391-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class I: ERC Enterprise Group DBA Smart Buy USA, 616 Broadway, Malden (Renewal)

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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

Paper 392-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Autotech II, 1236 Eastern Avenue, Malden, 5 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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

Paper 393-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Broadway Auto Motors, Inc. 495 Broadway, Malden, 27 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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

Paper 394-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Broadway Auto Sales, 628 Broadway, Malden, 0 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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

Paper 395-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: GP Motorcycle Supply, 420 Broadway, Malden, 4 motorcycles (Renewal)

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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

Paper 396-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Hub Starters and Alternators, 172 Broadway, Malden, 4 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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

Paper 397-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Joe Ciampa Auto Body Inc. 322 Eastern Avenue, Malden, 4 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Paper 398-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: John MacMillen DBA MacMillen Automotive, 388 Eastern Avenue, Malden, 15 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Paper 399-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Jordan Motors, Inc. DBA Malden Auto Sales, 147 Ferry Street, Malden, 25 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Paper 400-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Malden Auto Brokers, Inc. 225 Eastern Avenue, Malden, 20 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Paper 401-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Maxima Auto Sales Corp. 105 Broadway, Malden, 31 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Paper 402-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Prestige Motors of Malden, Inc. 600 Broadway, Malden, 67 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Paper 403-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Richards Motorcars Inc. 672 Broadway, Malden, 80 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Paper 404-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: River Auto Sales, Inc. 77 Eastern Avenue, Malden, 21 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Paper 405-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Top Cars Motor Group, 259 Main Street, Malden, 31 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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Paper 436-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Auto Bazaar Corp. 17 Charles Street, Malden, 21 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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Paper 437-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Greenleaf Auto Enterprise, Inc. dba Greenleaf Auto Sales, 28 Broadway, Malden, 50 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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Paper 438-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Next Level Motors, Inc. 189 Eastern Avenue, Malden, 35 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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Paper 439-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Quality Auto Sales, Inc. 856 Eastern Avenue, Malden, 0 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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Paper 440-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Rigano’s Towing Service, Inc. 1081 Fellsway, Malden, 20 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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Paper 441-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Rigano’s Towing Service, Inc. 1176 Eastern Avenue, Malden, 15 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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Paper 442-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Rio Auto Group Corp. dba Dealer One Motors, 77 Broadway, Malden, 48 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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Paper 443-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Scott M. Fitzpatrick dba Wentworth Auto Sales, 730 Eastern Avenue, Malden, 15 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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Paper 444-23

Grant with conditions the petition: Petition: Class II: Sega Auto Sales & Service, Inc. 449 Ferry Street, Malden, 15 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted with conditions that the licensee must obtain a new certified plot plan, dated after January 1, 2024, to submit to the Building Commissioner for review by August 1, 2024. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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Paper 429-23

Grant the petition: Petition: Amusement Machines: Italian American War Vets Post 16, 40 Oakland Street, Malden, 4 machines (Renewal)

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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Paper 430-23

Grant the petition: Petition: Amusement Machines: Malden Veterans of Irish Ancestry, 177 West Street, Malden, 4 machines (Renewal)

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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Paper 431-23

Grant the petition: Petition: Extended Hours: Aires & Helena Donuts Inc. dba Dunkin, 424 Main Street, Malden, Hours: 7days, 5am - 7pm (Renewal)

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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Paper 432-23

Grant the petition: Petition: Extended Hours: CMB Medeiros Inc. dba Dunkin, 57 Eastern Avenue, Malden, Hours: 24/7 (Renewal)

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Paper 433-23

Grant the petition: Petition: Extended Hours: Maia Donuts LLC dba Dunkin, 200 Commercial Street, Malden, Hours: 7 days, 5am - 7pm (Renewal)

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Paper 434-23

Grant the petition: Petition: Extended Hours: MRM Donuts Corp. dba Dunkin, 617 Broadway, Malden, Hours: 7 days, 5am - 7pm (Renewal)

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

Paper 435-23

Grant the petition: Petition: Extended Hours: Speedway 2504, 214 Broadway, Malden, Hours: 7 days, 24/7 (Renewal)

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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Paper 445-23

Grant the petition: Petition: Livery: Lion Black Car Services, 54 Cleveland Street, Malden, 1 vehicle (New)

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor at Large Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

Read it in the official minutes, page 14 (PDF)

Paper 439-23

Recuse herself from voting on Papers 440 and 441 as she is related to the owner of Rigano's Towing Service: Petition: Class II: Quality Auto Sales, Inc. 856 Eastern Avenue, Malden, 0 cars (Renewal)

Minutes, page 13

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

Councillor Sica asked to recuse herself from voting on Papers 440 and 441 as she is related to the owner of Rigano's Towing Service. The motion was seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes

From the minutes

“Councillor Sica asked to recuse herself from voting on Papers 440 and 441 as she is related to the owner of Rigano's Towing Service. The motion was seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes. Motion carried by unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)

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Paper 214-23

Take from the table the petition: Petition: ExteNet Systems, 3030 Warrenville Road, Suite 340 Lisle, IL , Project No. 100523 - ExteNet Systems seeking grant of location to install fiber conduit...

Minutes, page 15

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Winslow, that the Petition be taken from the table.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Winslow, that the Petition be taken from the table. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Crowe, second: Winslow)

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Grant the petition: Petition: ExteNet Systems, 3030 Warrenville Road, Suite 340 Lisle, IL , Project No. 100523 - ExteNet Systems seeking grant of location to install fiber conduit beginning at a...

Minutes, page 15

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Winslow that the Petition be granted with the following conditions: (1) that the Engineer be called when Dig Safe is notified, (2) that the streets and sidewalks be restored to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works including mill and pave the intersection curb to curb, with striping, (3) that any disruption to the trail crossing of the bike path be restored to its original condition, including the distinctive blue and white crossing markings that are unique to the Northern Strand Trail, (4) that representatives from ExteNet have agreed to and they will work with National Grid to eliminate the double pole currently at this location, and (5) that it is understood no replacement pole will be needed at this location and there will not be any small cell equipment installed on this pole.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Winslow that the Petition be granted with the following conditions: (1) that the Engineer be called when Dig Safe is notified, (2) that the streets and sidewalks be restored to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works including mill and pave the intersection curb to curb, with striping, (3) that any disruption to the trail crossing of the bike path be restored to its original condition, including the distinctive blue and white crossing markings that are unique to the Northern Strand Trail, (4) that representatives from ExteNet have agreed to and they will work with National Grid to eliminate the double pole currently at this location, and (5) that it is understood no replacement pole will be needed at this location and there will not be any small cell equipment installed on this pole. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Crowe, second: Winslow)

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Adjournment

Adjourn the meeting

Minutes, page 15

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

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

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the meeting be adjourned. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Crowe)

Read it in the official minutes, page 15 (PDF)

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