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April 9, 2024
29 recorded votes, 17 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Present: Peg Crowe, Paul Condon, Amanda Linehan, Ryan O'Malley, Ari Taylor, Stephen Winslow, Chris Simonelli, Jadeane Sica, Karen Colón Hayes, Carey McDonald, Craig Spadafora
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Karen Colón Hayes recused from the vote on "Appeal the Council President's ruling to limit debate on the matter. It was the consensus of the Council...".
- Stephen Winslow recused from the vote on "Receive and file the committee report: Committee Report: The Standing Committee on Public Property to whom...".
- Stephen Winslow recused from the vote on "Adopt as amended the order: Order: That, in accordance with M.G.L. Ch. 44 Sec. 53A, the City of Malden...".
- Stephen Winslow recused from the vote on "Table the order: Order: That the Mayor is authorized to execute an agreement for use of the parcel as the...".
Every vote, in order
Consent Agenda
Approve the consent agenda (the routine items listed under it in the minutes)
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Simonelli, to approve the Consent Agenda.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Simonelli, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Sica, second: Simonelli)
Paper 50-24
Recuse herself from any votes having to do with Paper 50-24: Mayoral Reappointment: Charles Ioven, 42 Appleton Street, Malden, as member of the...
Councillor Colon Hayes, being closely related to a member of the Planning Board made a motion to recuse herself from any votes having to do with Paper 50-24, seconded by Councillor Linehan
The minutes give the result only, with no count, so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Colon Hayes, being closely related to a member of the Planning Board made a motion to recuse herself from any votes having to do with Paper 50-24, seconded by Councillor Linehan. Motion carried.” (second: Linehan)
Appeal the Council President's ruling to limit debate on the matter. It was the consensus of the Council that a yea...: Mayoral Reappointment: Charles Ioven, 42 Appleton Street, Malden, as member...
A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Simonelli, to appeal the Council President's ruling to limit debate on the matter. It was the consensus of the Council that a yea vote would sustain the Council President's ruling and a nay vote would allow for debate. The ruling failed by the following vote: Yea: Winslow Nay: Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor Present: O'Malley Recused: Colon Hayes A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Appointment be confirmed.
Yes: Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor, WinslowLeft out of this vote: Karen Colón Hayes (recused).
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Simonelli, to appeal the Council President's ruling to limit debate on the matter. It was the consensus of the Council that a yea vote would sustain the Council President's ruling and a nay vote would allow for debate. The ruling failed by the following vote: Yea: Winslow Nay: Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor Present: O'Malley Recused: Colon Hayes A motion was made by Councillor Spadafora, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Appointment be confirmed. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow Recused: 1- Colon Hayes.” (Motion: Spadafora, second: Simonelli)
Paper 176-24
Refer the order to the Finance Committee: Order: The City of Malden file with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development a Consolidated Plan including applications for grants under the...
A motion was made by Councillor McDonald, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Order be referred to the Finance Committee.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor McDonald, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Order be referred to the Finance Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: McDonald, second: Hayes)
Paper 177-24
Refer the order to the Finance Committee: Order: That the Mayor be authorized to file an application for grants under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 and the Cranston-Gonzalez...
A motion was made by Councillor McDonald, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Order be referred to the Finance Committee.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor McDonald, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Order be referred to the Finance Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: McDonald, second: Hayes)
Paper 178-24
Refer the order to a joint session of the Rules & Ordinance and Finance Committees: Order: That the City Council explore a range of options, and consider making recommendations, for increasing...
A motion was made by Councillor McDonald, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Order be referred to a joint session of the Rules & Ordinance and Finance Committees.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor McDonald, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Order be referred to a joint session of the Rules & Ordinance and Finance Committees. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: McDonald, second: Linehan)
Paper 179-24
Refer the order to the Rules & Ordinance Committee: Order: That the Council’s Rules and Ordinance Committee, in collaboration with the Board of Health and Health Director, update MCC 09.04.010A...
A motion was made by Councillor Linehan, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Order be referred to the Rules & Ordinance Committee.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Linehan, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the Order be referred to the Rules & Ordinance Committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Linehan, second: O'Malley)
Paper 180-24
Receive and file the committee report: Committee Report: The Standing Committee on License to whom was referred Papers 483 and 484 Series of 2023 and Papers 150 through 155 Series of 2024, having...
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Committee Report be received and filed.
The minutes give the roll call (10-0) but do not list Paul Condon, who is on the attendance line. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Committee Report be received and filed. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Sica, second: Crowe)
Paper 483-23
Grant the petition: Petition: Livery Company: A.B. Limo Services, Inc. 51 Claremont Street, Malden, 1 vehicle (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Petition be granted.
The minutes give the roll call (10-0) but do not list Paul Condon, who is on the attendance line. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Sica, second: Taylor)
Paper 484-23
Grant the petition: Petition: Livery Driver: Abderrahim Bourchouk, 51 Claremont Street, Malden (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Petition be granted.
The minutes give the roll call (10-0) but do not list Paul Condon, who is on the attendance line. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Sica, second: Taylor)
Paper 150-24
Grant the petition: Petition: Exterior Vending Machine: Rocky Mountain Springwater Co. 1 Wesley Street, Malden (New)
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Petition be granted.
The minutes give the roll call (10-0) but do not list Paul Condon, who is on the attendance line. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Sica, second: Taylor)
Paper 151-24
Grant the petition: Petition: Livery Company: Lobsang Inc. 271 Charles Street, Malden, 1 vehicle (New)
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Petition be granted.
The minutes give the roll call (10-0) but do not list Paul Condon, who is on the attendance line. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Sica, second: Taylor)
Paper 152-24
Grant the petition: Petition: Livery Driver: Lobsang Tenzin, 271 Charles Street, Malden (New)
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Petition be granted.
The minutes give the roll call (10-0) but do not list Paul Condon, who is on the attendance line. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Sica, second: Taylor)
Paper 153-24
Grant the petition: Petition: Livery Company: Xing Zai T Service LLC, 15 Burridge Place, Malden, 1 vehicle (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Petition be granted.
The minutes give the roll call (10-0) but do not list Paul Condon, who is on the attendance line. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Sica, second: Taylor)
Paper 154-24
Grant the petition: Petition: Livery Driver: Zhisheng Liang, 15 Burridge Place, Malden (New)
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Petition be granted.
The minutes give the roll call (10-0) but do not list Paul Condon, who is on the attendance line. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Sica, second: Taylor)
Paper 155-24
Grant the petition: Petition: Taxi Driver: John P. Walters, 5 Hancock Street, Everett, MA (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Petition be granted.
The minutes give the roll call (10-0) but do not list Paul Condon, who is on the attendance line. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Sica, second: Taylor)
Paper 181-24
Receive and file the committee report: Committee Report: The Standing Committee on Rules & Ordinance, in a joint session with Finance Committee, to whom was referred Papers 156 and 157 Series of...
A motion was made by Councillor Linehan, seconded by Councillor McDonald, that the Committee Report be received and filed.
The minutes give the roll call (10-0) but do not list Paul Condon, who is on the attendance line. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Linehan, seconded by Councillor McDonald, that the Committee Report be received and filed. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Linehan, second: McDonald)
Paper 156-24
Enroll the ordinance: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) be hereby amended by adding sections: 2.24.035 CLERKS SALARY SCHEDULE, 2.24.045...
A motion was made by Councillor Linehan, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Ordinance be enrolled.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Linehan, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Ordinance be enrolled. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Linehan, second: Crowe)
That the Council rules be suspended for the purposes of ordaining: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) be hereby amended by adding sections...
A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Council rules be suspended for the purposes of ordaining.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Condon, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Council rules be suspended for the purposes of ordaining. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Condon, second: Linehan)
Ordain the ordinance: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) be hereby amended by adding sections: 2.24.035 CLERKS SALARY SCHEDULE, 2.24.045...
A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Simonelli, that the Ordinance be ordained.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Simonelli, that the Ordinance be ordained. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Crowe, second: Simonelli)
Paper 157-24
Adopt the order: Order: That the sum of $556,100.00 is transferred from Salary Reserve to the following accounts:
A motion was made by Councillor McDonald, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Order be adopted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor McDonald, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Order be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: McDonald, second: Hayes)
Paper 182-24
Recuse himself from any votes having to do with Papers 182-24 and 160-24: Committee Report: The Standing Committee on Public Property to whom was referred Paper...
Council President Winslow made a motion to recuse himself from any votes having to do with Papers 182-24 and 160-24, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes
The minutes give the result only, with no count, so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Council President Winslow made a motion to recuse himself from any votes having to do with Papers 182-24 and 160-24, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes. Motion carried.” (Motion: Winslow, second: Hayes)
Receive and file the committee report: Committee Report: The Standing Committee on Public Property to whom was referred Paper 160 Series of 2024, having considered the same make the following...
A motion was made by Councillor Simonelli, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Committee Report be received and filed.
Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, TaylorLeft out of this vote: Stephen Winslow (recused).
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Simonelli, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Committee Report be received and filed. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora and Taylor Recused: 1- Winslow.” (Motion: Simonelli, second: Taylor)
Paper 160-24
Adopt as amended the order: Order: That, in accordance with M.G.L. Ch. 44 Sec. 53A, the City of Malden accept a gift of funds in the form of a parcel of land from 35 Green Street, LLC, DBA Hoffs...
A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Order be adopted as amended.
Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, TaylorLeft out of this vote: Stephen Winslow (recused).
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Order be adopted as amended. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora and Taylor Recused: 1- Winslow.” (Motion: Crowe, second: Sica)
Paper 185-24
Table the order: Order: That the Mayor is authorized to execute an agreement for use of the parcel as the "Bike Kitchen" to be utilized as a bike repair station by the general public who use the...
A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Spadafora, that the Order be tabled for Councillor Crowe to work with the Legal Department to come up with a draft lease agreement for the body to review.
Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, TaylorLeft out of this vote: Stephen Winslow (recused).
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Spadafora, that the Order be tabled for Councillor Crowe to work with the Legal Department to come up with a draft lease agreement for the body to review. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora and Taylor Recused: 1- Winslow.” (Motion: Crowe, second: Spadafora)
Paper 183-24
Receive and file the committee report: Committee Report: The Standing Committee on Personnel/Appointments to whom was referred Papers 134 and 135 Series of 2024, having considered the same make...
A motion was made by Councillor Colon Hayes, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Committee Report be received and filed.
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 Colon Hayes, seconded by Councillor Taylor, that the Committee Report be received and filed. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Hayes, second: Taylor)
Paper 134-24
Confirm the appointment: Council Reappointment: Monique Ching, 153 Salem Street Apt. BR, Malden, MA of Ward 5 as a member of the Community Preservation Committee, appointed April 19, 2022, term to...
A motion was made by Councillor Colon Hayes, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Appointment be confirmed.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Colon Hayes, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Appointment be confirmed. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Hayes, second: Crowe)
Paper 135-24
Confirm the appointment: Council Reappointment: Cameron Layne, 11 Grape Street, Malden, MA of Ward 7 as a member of the Community Preservation Committee, appointed January 23, 2020, term to expire...
A motion was made by Councillor Colon Hayes, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Appointment be confirmed.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Colon Hayes, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Appointment be confirmed. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Hayes, second: Crowe)
Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting
A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the meeting be adjourned.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor O'Malley, that the meeting be adjourned. The motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 10:55pm. Yea: 11 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Crowe, second: O'Malley)
From the Malden City Council’s official minutes, posted on the city’s Legistar meeting calendar (two 2025 minutes that are missing there come from the city’s Agenda Center). We check every vote against the councillors present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Councillor photos: City of Malden (cityofmalden.org), from the official City Council directory. Former councillors show initials.
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