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July 22, 2019
49 recorded votes, 48 with disagreement.
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Present: Peter J. Juaire, Mark A. Oram, Michael H. Ossing, Kathleen D. Robey, Joseph F. Delano, David Doucette, Christian Dumais, Robert J. Tunnera, John J. Irish, Edward J. Clancy, Donald R. Landers
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Joseph F. Delano recused from the vote on: Close the public hearing: On the Application for Special Permit from Attorney Brian Falk, on behalf of St.
- Joseph F. Delano recused from the vote on: Moved to reports of committee: Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Application for.
- Joseph F. Delano recused from the vote on: Accept and file: Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Application for LED Sign Special.
Every vote, in order
Accept and file: Mayor and Council President now present the City Scholarship Awards to the following students
ORDERED: That the Mayor and Council President now present the City Scholarship Awards to the following students, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Mayor and Council President now present the City Scholarship Awards to the following students, FILE; adopted..”
Accept and file: Minutes of the City Council meeting, June 17, 2019
ORDERED: That the Minutes of the City Council meeting, June 17, 2019 FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Minutes of the City Council meeting, June 17, 2019 FILE; adopted..”
Move the Communication from the Mayor, re: New and Promoted Officers of the Police Department up on the agenda, APROVED
Motion made by Councilor Ossing to move the Communication from the Mayor, re: New and Promoted Officers of the Police Department up on the agenda, APROVED; adopted.
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“Motion made by Councilor Ossing to move the Communication from the Mayor, re: New and Promoted Officers of the Police Department up on the agenda, APROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Ossing)
Accept and file: Communication from the Mayor, re: New and Promoted Officers of the Marlborough Police Department
ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: New and Promoted Officers of the Marlborough Police Department, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: New and Promoted Officers of the Marlborough Police Department, FILE; adopted..”
Close the public hearing: On the Application for Special Permit from Attorney Brian Falk, on behalf of St. Mary’s Credit Union, for two drive-thru...
ORDERED: That the PUBLIC HEARING On the Application for Special Permit from Attorney Brian Falk, on behalf of St. Mary’s Credit Union, for two drive-thru facilities associated with a bank and coffee shop building to be located at 133 South Bolton Street, Order No. 19-1007720, all were heard who wish to be heard, hearing closed at 8:53 PM; adopted. Councilor Delano recused.
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“ORDERED: That the PUBLIC HEARING On the Application for Special Permit from Attorney Brian Falk, on behalf of St. Mary’s Credit Union, for two drive-thru facilities associated with a bank and coffee shop building to be located at 133 South Bolton Street, Order No. 19-1007720, all were heard who wish to be heard, hearing closed at 8:53 PM; adopted. Councilor Delano recused..”
Close the public hearing: On the Application for Special Permit from Attorney Brian Blaesser, on behalf of Cameron General Contractors, to...
ORDERED: That the PUBLIC HEARING On the Application for Special Permit from Attorney Brian Blaesser, on behalf of Cameron General Contractors, to construct a Senior Independent Living Multifamily Community, pursuant to the provisions of the Retirement Community Multifamily Overlay District, 90 Crowley Drive, Order No. 19-1007703, all were heard who wish to be heard, hearing closed at 9:46 PM; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the PUBLIC HEARING On the Application for Special Permit from Attorney Brian Blaesser, on behalf of Cameron General Contractors, to construct a Senior Independent Living Multifamily Community, pursuant to the provisions of the Retirement Community Multifamily Overlay District, 90 Crowley Drive, Order No. 19-1007703, all were heard who wish to be heard, hearing closed at 9:46 PM; adopted..”
Refer to the Finance Committee: Transfer Request in the amount of $220,000.00 from PEG Funds to IT Equipment, to fund upgrades throughout the city
ORDERED: That the Transfer Request in the amount of $220,000.00 from PEG Funds to IT Equipment, to fund upgrades throughout the city, refer to FINANCE COMMITTEE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Transfer Request in the amount of $220,000.00 from PEG Funds to IT Equipment, to fund upgrades throughout the city, refer to FINANCE COMMITTEE; adopted..”
Approve: Reimbursement Acceptance for the Department of Public Works in the amount of $218,904.38 from FEMA for storm expenditures from the snow...
ORDERED: Under authority of MGL Chapter 44, Section 53A, the City Council hereby APPROVES the Reimbursement Acceptance for the Department of Public Works in the amount of $218,904.38 from FEMA for storm expenditures from the snow event of March 13, 2018; adopted.
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“ORDERED: Under authority of MGL Chapter 44, Section 53A, the City Council hereby APPROVES the Reimbursement Acceptance for the Department of Public Works in the amount of $218,904.38 from FEMA for storm expenditures from the snow event of March 13, 2018; adopted..”
Refer to the Finance Committee: Transfer Request in the amount of $200,000.00 from Economic Development to MEDC Funding for a City Shuttle Service...
ORDERED: That the Transfer Request in the amount of $200,000.00 from Economic Development to MEDC Funding for a City Shuttle Service for a one-year period, refer to FINANCE COMMITTEE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Transfer Request in the amount of $200,000.00 from Economic Development to MEDC Funding for a City Shuttle Service for a one-year period, refer to FINANCE COMMITTEE; adopted..”
Approve: Grant Acceptance in the amount of $2,000.00 from Target Corporation awarded to the Police Department to fund the annual Heroes and...
ORDERED: Under authority of MGL Chapter 44, Section 53A, the City Council hereby APPROVES the Grant Acceptance in the amount of $2,000.00 from Target Corporation awarded to the Police Department to fund the annual Heroes and Helpers program; adopted.
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“ORDERED: Under authority of MGL Chapter 44, Section 53A, the City Council hereby APPROVES the Grant Acceptance in the amount of $2,000.00 from Target Corporation awarded to the Police Department to fund the annual Heroes and Helpers program; adopted..”
Approve: Grant Acceptance in the amount of $1,108.80 from Attorney General Maura Healey awarded to the Board of Health to fund an additional...
ORDERED: Under authority of MGL Chapter 44, Section 53A, the City Council hereby APPROVES the Grant Acceptance in the amount of $1,108.80 from Attorney General Maura Healey awarded to the Board of Health to fund an additional summer intern; adopted.
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“ORDERED: Under authority of MGL Chapter 44, Section 53A, the City Council hereby APPROVES the Grant Acceptance in the amount of $1,108.80 from Attorney General Maura Healey awarded to the Board of Health to fund an additional summer intern; adopted..”
Refer to the Legislative and Legal Affairs Committee: Communication from the Mayor, re: Request for Revocation of License to Encroach, 26 Monument...
ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Request for Revocation of License to Encroach, 26 Monument Avenue, refer to LEGISLATIVE AND LEGAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Request for Revocation of License to Encroach, 26 Monument Avenue, refer to LEGISLATIVE AND LEGAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE; adopted..”
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
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Accept and file: Communication from the Mayor, re: Veto of Council Order No. 17/19-1007055D, Petition of AT&T, Small Cell Site on Utility Pole...
ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Veto of Council Order No. 17/19-1007055D, Petition of AT&T, Small Cell Site on Utility Pole 2-84 at 28 Concord Road, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Veto of Council Order No. 17/19-1007055D, Petition of AT&T, Small Cell Site on Utility Pole 2-84 at 28 Concord Road, FILE; adopted..”
Accept the withdrawal: Veto issued by the Mayor, of Council Order 17/18/19-1007055D, as set forth in his letter dated June 28, 2019, relative to...
ORDERED: That the Veto issued by the Mayor, of Council Order 17/18/19-1007055D, as set forth in his letter dated June 28, 2019, relative to the Petition of AT&T to place a small cell facility on utility pole 2-84 at 28 Concord Road, WITHDRAWN; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Veto issued by the Mayor, of Council Order 17/18/19-1007055D, as set forth in his letter dated June 28, 2019, relative to the Petition of AT&T to place a small cell facility on utility pole 2-84 at 28 Concord Road, WITHDRAWN; adopted..”
Moved to reports of committee: Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Application for LED Sign Special Permit, Main Street Bank...
ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Application for LED Sign Special Permit, Main Street Bank, 81 Granger Boulevard, in proper legal form, MOVED TO REPORTS OF COMMITTEE; adopted. Councilor Delano recused.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Application for LED Sign Special Permit, Main Street Bank, 81 Granger Boulevard, in proper legal form, MOVED TO REPORTS OF COMMITTEE; adopted. Councilor Delano recused..”
Refer to the Urban Affairs Committee, Planning Board, and Advertise a New Public Hearing...: Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield...
ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield on behalf of Councilor Delano, re: Changes to Proposed Zoning Amendment to Chapter 650 §12, Nonconforming Uses, refer to URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE, PLANNING BOARD, AND ADVERTISE A NEW PUBLIC HEARING FOR MONDAY, AUGUST 26, 2019; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield on behalf of Councilor Delano, re: Changes to Proposed Zoning Amendment to Chapter 650 §12, Nonconforming Uses, refer to URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE, PLANNING BOARD, AND ADVERTISE A NEW PUBLIC HEARING FOR MONDAY, AUGUST 26, 2019; adopted..”
Approve: Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws c. 40, § 3, the City of Marlborough grants a permanent utility easement, to be executed by the...
ORDERED: That pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws c. 40, § 3, the City of Marlborough grants a permanent utility easement, to be executed by the Mayor on behalf of the City, to the Massachusetts Electric Company (a/k/a “National Grid”) as enclosed, constituting a Grant of Easement to Massachusetts Electric Company for electrical service to Marlborough High School at 431 Bolton Street, said grant of easement having been approved on ________________________ by vote of the Marlborough School Committee, refer to LEGISLATIVE AND LEGAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws c. 40, § 3, the City of Marlborough grants a permanent utility easement, to be executed by the Mayor on behalf of the City, to the Massachusetts Electric Company (a/k/a “National Grid”) as enclosed, constituting a Grant of Easement to Massachusetts Electric Company for electrical service to Marlborough High School at 431 Bolton Street, said grant of easement having been approved on ________________________ by vote of the Marlborough School Committee, refer to LEGISLATIVE AND LEGAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE; adopted..”
Moved to reports of committee: Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Easement for Sudbury Street Sewer Project, Phase...
ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Easement for Sudbury Street Sewer Project, Phase 4, 55 Hanlon Drive, in proper legal form, MOVED TO REPORTS OF COMMITTEE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Easement for Sudbury Street Sewer Project, Phase 4, 55 Hanlon Drive, in proper legal form, MOVED TO REPORTS OF COMMITTEE; adopted..”
ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Easement for Sudbury Street Sewer Project, Phase 4, 263 Sudbury Street, in proper legal form, MOVED TO REPORTS OF COMMITTEE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Easement for Sudbury Street Sewer Project, Phase 4, 263 Sudbury Street, in proper legal form, MOVED TO REPORTS OF COMMITTEE; adopted..”
ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Easement for Sudbury Street Sewer Project, Phase 4, 299 Sudbury Street, in proper legal form, MOVED TO REPORTS OF COMMITTEE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Easement for Sudbury Street Sewer Project, Phase 4, 299 Sudbury Street, in proper legal form, MOVED TO REPORTS OF COMMITTEE; adopted..”
Refer to the Legislative and Legal Affairs Committee: Communication from David Richardson of Flying Dreams Brewing Co., 277 Main Street, to add...
ORDERED: That the Communication from David Richardson of Flying Dreams Brewing Co., 277 Main Street, to add outdoor seating on Rawlins Avenue for their establishment, refer to LEGISLATIVE AND LEGAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from David Richardson of Flying Dreams Brewing Co., 277 Main Street, to add outdoor seating on Rawlins Avenue for their establishment, refer to LEGISLATIVE AND LEGAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE; adopted..”
Zoning ordinance amendment (MGL Chapter 40A §5): zoning ordinance of the city of marlborough, as amended,
ORDERED: THAT, PURSUANT TO § 5 OF CHAPTER 40A OF THE GENERAL LAWS, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MARLBOROUGH HEREBY ORDAINS THAT THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MARLBOROUGH, AS AMENDED, BE FURTHER AMENDED BY AMENDING THE ZONING MAP, SECTION 650-8, AS FOLLOWS: That, rear land at 269 Mechanic Street currently owned by Carmi Greb, LLC on Assessors Map 56, Parcel 125 presently zoned Limited Industrial “LI” be rezoned as Residential B as it is contiguous to the Assessors Map 56, Parcels 131, 130, 129, 128, 127, and 123, that are all currently zoned Residential B. Refer to URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE, PLANNING BOARD, AND ADVERTISE PUBLIC HEARING FOR MONDAY, AUGUST 26, 2019; adopted.
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“ORDERED: THAT, PURSUANT TO § 5 OF CHAPTER 40A OF THE GENERAL LAWS, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MARLBOROUGH HEREBY ORDAINS THAT THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MARLBOROUGH, AS AMENDED, BE FURTHER AMENDED BY AMENDING THE ZONING MAP, SECTION 650-8, AS FOLLOWS: That, rear land at 269 Mechanic Street currently owned by Carmi Greb, LLC on Assessors Map 56, Parcel 125 presently zoned Limited Industrial “LI” be rezoned as Residential B as it is contiguous to the Assessors Map 56, Parcels 131, 130, 129, 128, 127, and 123, that are all currently zoned Residential B. Refer to URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE, PLANNING BOARD, AND ADVERTISE PUBLIC HEARING FOR MONDAY, AUGUST 26, 2019; adopted..”
Approve: Communication from Attorney Brian Falk, on behalf of Vincenza Sambataro, re: Request to Extend Time Limitations on the Application for...
ORDERED: That the Communication from Attorney Brian Falk, on behalf of Vincenza Sambataro, re: Request to Extend Time Limitations on the Application for Special Permit to construct a Mixed-Use Development in the Marlborough Village District consisting of both residential and commercial space, 161-175 Main Street, until 10:00 PM on September 24, 2019, APPROVED; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from Attorney Brian Falk, on behalf of Vincenza Sambataro, re: Request to Extend Time Limitations on the Application for Special Permit to construct a Mixed-Use Development in the Marlborough Village District consisting of both residential and commercial space, 161-175 Main Street, until 10:00 PM on September 24, 2019, APPROVED; adopted..”
Refer to the Public Services Committee: Set MONDAY AUGUST 26, 2019 as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING on the Petition from Massachusetts Electric and...
ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY AUGUST 26, 2019 as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING on the Petition from Massachusetts Electric and Verizon New England, to install a new Pole 8-5 at 150 Hayes Memorial Drive to service a new customer, refer to PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY AUGUST 26, 2019 as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING on the Petition from Massachusetts Electric and Verizon New England, to install a new Pole 8-5 at 150 Hayes Memorial Drive to service a new customer, refer to PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE; adopted..”
Accept and file: Communication from various residents, re: Letter of Opposition to Proposed Zoning Amendment – Home Office and...
ORDERED: That the Communication from various residents, re: Letter of Opposition to Proposed Zoning Amendment – Home Office and Contractor/Landscape Contractor Storage Yards, Order No. 18/19-1007500H, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from various residents, re: Letter of Opposition to Proposed Zoning Amendment – Home Office and Contractor/Landscape Contractor Storage Yards, Order No. 18/19-1007500H, FILE; adopted..”
Accept and file: Communication from Central MA Mosquito Control Project re: Responding to residents’ concerns about mosquitos in their area on...
ORDERED: That the Communication from Central MA Mosquito Control Project re: Responding to residents’ concerns about mosquitos in their area on various dates in July 2019, FILE AND PUBLISH ON CITY WEBSITE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from Central MA Mosquito Control Project re: Responding to residents’ concerns about mosquitos in their area on various dates in July 2019, FILE AND PUBLISH ON CITY WEBSITE; adopted..”
Accept and file: Minutes, School Committee, June 11, 2019
ORDERED: That the Minutes, School Committee, June 11, 2019, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Minutes, School Committee, June 11, 2019, FILE; adopted..”
Accept and file: Minutes, Board of Assessors, June 5, 2019
ORDERED: That the Minutes, Board of Assessors, June 5, 2019, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Minutes, Board of Assessors, June 5, 2019, FILE; adopted..”
Accept and file: Minutes, Commission on Disabilities, May 14, 2019
ORDERED: That the Minutes, Commission on Disabilities, May 14, 2019, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Minutes, Commission on Disabilities, May 14, 2019, FILE; adopted..”
Accept and file: Minutes, Conservation Commission, June 6, 2019
ORDERED: That the Minutes, Conservation Commission, June 6, 2019, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Minutes, Conservation Commission, June 6, 2019, FILE; adopted..”
Accept and file: Minutes, Planning Board, May 20, 2019 & June 3, 2019
ORDERED: That the Minutes, Planning Board, May 20, 2019 & June 3, 2019, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Minutes, Planning Board, May 20, 2019 & June 3, 2019, FILE; adopted..”
Accept and file: Minutes, Retirement Board, April 30, 2019
ORDERED: That the Minutes, Retirement Board, April 30, 2019, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Minutes, Retirement Board, April 30, 2019, FILE; adopted..”
Refer to the Legal Department: Following CLAIMS
ORDERED: That the following CLAIMS, refer to the LEGAL DEPARTMENT; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the following CLAIMS, refer to the LEGAL DEPARTMENT; adopted..”
Accept and file: Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Easement for Sudbury Street Sewer Project, Phase 4, 55 Hanlon...
ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Easement for Sudbury Street Sewer Project, Phase 4, 55 Hanlon Drive, in proper legal form, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Easement for Sudbury Street Sewer Project, Phase 4, 55 Hanlon Drive, in proper legal form, FILE; adopted..”
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
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“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”
Approve: WHEREAS, in the opinion of the City Council of the City of Marlborough, the common convenience and necessity require that the permanent...
ORDERED: WHEREAS, in the opinion of the City Council of the City of Marlborough, the common convenience and necessity require that the permanent sewer easement shown as “Proposed Easement A”, constituting a portion of the “Proposed 30’ Wide Sewer Easement” as shown, more or less, on a plan entitled “Easement Plan of Land in Marlborough, MA, Prepared By: City of Marlborough Department of Public Works, Engineering Division, 135 Neil Street, Marlborough, MA 01752, Scale: 1″ = 50′; Date: June 10, 2019” (the “Plan”), containing 11,496+/- square feet, more or less, according to the Plan, be accepted as a municipal easement as shown on the Plan and as hereinafter described: DESCRIPTION The 30’-wide sewer easement shown as “Proposed Easement A”, constituting a portion of the “Proposed 30’ Wide Sewer Easement” as shown, more or less, on the Plan, to be recorded at the Middlesex County South Registry of Deeds. Containing 11,496+/- square feet, more or less, according to the Plan. The easement and Plan are attached hereto. IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED THAT: The 30’-wide sewer easement shown as “Proposed Easement A”, constituting a portion of the “Proposed 30’ Wide Sewer Easement” as shown, more or less, on the Plan, containing 11,496+/- square feet, more or less, being portions of the property owned by ALLEN G. SUPYNUK and WENDY MCDONALD and described in a deed recorded in the Middlesex South District Registry of Deeds, Book 42958 Page 450, be accepted as a municipal easement in the City...
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“ORDERED: WHEREAS, in the opinion of the City Council of the City of Marlborough, the common convenience and necessity require that the permanent sewer easement shown as “Proposed Easement A”, constituting a portion of the “Proposed 30’ Wide Sewer Easement” as shown, more or less, on a plan entitled “Easement Plan of Land in Marlborough, MA, Prepared By: City of Marlborough Department of Public Works, Engineering Division, 135 Neil Street, Marlborough, MA 01752, Scale: 1″ = 50′; Date: June 10, 2019” (the “Plan”), containing 11,496+/- square feet, more or less, according to the Plan, be accepted as a municipal easement as shown on the Plan and as hereinafter described: DESCRIPTION The 30’-wide sewer easement shown as “Proposed Easement A”, constituting a portion of the “Proposed 30’ Wide Sewer Easement” as shown, more or less, on the Plan, to be recorded at the Middlesex County South Registry of Deeds. Containing 11,496+/- square feet, more or less, according to the Plan. The easement and Plan are attached hereto. IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED THAT: The 30’-wide sewer easement shown as “Proposed Easement A”, constituting a portion of the “Proposed 30’ Wide Sewer Easement” as shown, more or less, on the Plan, containing 11,496+/- square feet, more or less, being portions of the property owned by ALLEN G. SUPYNUK and WENDY MCDONALD and described in a deed recorded in the Middlesex South District Registry of Deeds, Book 42958 Page 450, be accepted as a municipal easement in the City of Marlborough. APPROVED; adopted..”
Accept and file: Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Easement for Sudbury Street Sewer Project, Phase 4, 263 Sudbury...
ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Easement for Sudbury Street Sewer Project, Phase 4, 263 Sudbury Street, in proper legal form, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Easement for Sudbury Street Sewer Project, Phase 4, 263 Sudbury Street, in proper legal form, FILE; adopted..”
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
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“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”
Approve: WHEREAS, in the opinion of the City Council of the City of Marlborough, the common convenience and necessity require that the permanent...
ORDERED: WHEREAS, in the opinion of the City Council of the City of Marlborough, the common convenience and necessity require that the permanent sewer easement shown as “Proposed Easement E”, constituting a portion of the “Proposed 30’ Wide Sewer Easement” as shown, more or less, on a plan entitled “Easement Plan of Land in Marlborough, MA, Prepared By: City of Marlborough Department of Public Works, Engineering Division, 135 Neil Street, Marlborough, MA 01752, Scale: 1″ = 50′; Date: June 10, 2019” (the “Plan”), containing 1,647+/- square feet, more or less, according to the Plan, be accepted as a municipal easement as shown on the Plan and as hereinafter described: DESCRIPTION The 30’-wide sewer easement shown as “Proposed Easement E”, constituting a portion of the “Proposed 30’ Wide Sewer Easement” as shown, more or less, on the Plan, to be recorded at the Middlesex County South Registry of Deeds. Containing 1,647+/- square feet, more or less, according to the Plan. The easement and Plan are attached hereto. IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED THAT: The 30’-wide sewer easement shown as “Proposed Easement E”, constituting a portion of the “Proposed 30’ Wide Sewer Easement” as shown, more or less, on the Plan, containing 1,647+/- square feet, more or less, being portions of the property owned by DANIEL A. SARAZEN and KELLY A. SARAZEN and described in a deed recorded in the Middlesex South District Registry of Deeds, in Book 49004 Page 82, be accepted as a municipal easement in the...
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From the minutes
“ORDERED: WHEREAS, in the opinion of the City Council of the City of Marlborough, the common convenience and necessity require that the permanent sewer easement shown as “Proposed Easement E”, constituting a portion of the “Proposed 30’ Wide Sewer Easement” as shown, more or less, on a plan entitled “Easement Plan of Land in Marlborough, MA, Prepared By: City of Marlborough Department of Public Works, Engineering Division, 135 Neil Street, Marlborough, MA 01752, Scale: 1″ = 50′; Date: June 10, 2019” (the “Plan”), containing 1,647+/- square feet, more or less, according to the Plan, be accepted as a municipal easement as shown on the Plan and as hereinafter described: DESCRIPTION The 30’-wide sewer easement shown as “Proposed Easement E”, constituting a portion of the “Proposed 30’ Wide Sewer Easement” as shown, more or less, on the Plan, to be recorded at the Middlesex County South Registry of Deeds. Containing 1,647+/- square feet, more or less, according to the Plan. The easement and Plan are attached hereto. IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED THAT: The 30’-wide sewer easement shown as “Proposed Easement E”, constituting a portion of the “Proposed 30’ Wide Sewer Easement” as shown, more or less, on the Plan, containing 1,647+/- square feet, more or less, being portions of the property owned by DANIEL A. SARAZEN and KELLY A. SARAZEN and described in a deed recorded in the Middlesex South District Registry of Deeds, in Book 49004 Page 82, be accepted as a municipal easement in the City of Marlborough. APPROVED; adopted..”
Accept and file: Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Easement for Sudbury Street Sewer Project, Phase 4, 299 Sudbury...
ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Easement for Sudbury Street Sewer Project, Phase 4, 299 Sudbury Street, in proper legal form, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Easement for Sudbury Street Sewer Project, Phase 4, 299 Sudbury Street, in proper legal form, FILE; adopted..”
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
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“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”
Approve: WHEREAS, in the opinion of the City Council of the City of Marlborough, the common convenience and necessity require that the permanent...
ORDERED: WHEREAS, in the opinion of the City Council of the City of Marlborough, the common convenience and necessity require that the permanent sewer easement shown as “Proposed Easement C”, constituting a portion of the “Proposed 30’ Wide Sewer Easement” as shown, more or less, on a plan entitled “Easement Plan of Land in Marlborough, MA, Prepared By: City of Marlborough Department of Public Works, Engineering Division, 135 Neil Street, Marlborough, MA 01752, Scale: 1″ = 50′; Date: June 10, 2019” (the “Plan”), containing 2,847+/- square feet, more or less, according to the Plan, be accepted as a municipal easement as shown on the Plan and as hereinafter described: DESCRIPTION The 30’-wide sewer easement shown as “Proposed Easement C”, constituting a portion of the “Proposed 30’ Wide Sewer Easement” as shown, more or less, on the Plan, to be recorded at the Middlesex County South Registry of Deeds. Containing 2,847+/- square feet, more or less, according to the Plan. The easement and Plan are attached hereto. IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED THAT: The 30’-wide sewer easement shown as “Proposed Easement C”, constituting a portion of the “Proposed 30’ Wide Sewer Easement” as shown, more or less, on the Plan, containing 2,847+/- square feet, more or less, being portions of the property owned by FRED B. BREWITT and LEE ANN A. BREWITT and described in a deed recorded in the Middlesex South District Registry of Deeds, in Book 11198 Page 484, be accepted as a municipal easement in the...
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From the minutes
“ORDERED: WHEREAS, in the opinion of the City Council of the City of Marlborough, the common convenience and necessity require that the permanent sewer easement shown as “Proposed Easement C”, constituting a portion of the “Proposed 30’ Wide Sewer Easement” as shown, more or less, on a plan entitled “Easement Plan of Land in Marlborough, MA, Prepared By: City of Marlborough Department of Public Works, Engineering Division, 135 Neil Street, Marlborough, MA 01752, Scale: 1″ = 50′; Date: June 10, 2019” (the “Plan”), containing 2,847+/- square feet, more or less, according to the Plan, be accepted as a municipal easement as shown on the Plan and as hereinafter described: DESCRIPTION The 30’-wide sewer easement shown as “Proposed Easement C”, constituting a portion of the “Proposed 30’ Wide Sewer Easement” as shown, more or less, on the Plan, to be recorded at the Middlesex County South Registry of Deeds. Containing 2,847+/- square feet, more or less, according to the Plan. The easement and Plan are attached hereto. IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED THAT: The 30’-wide sewer easement shown as “Proposed Easement C”, constituting a portion of the “Proposed 30’ Wide Sewer Easement” as shown, more or less, on the Plan, containing 2,847+/- square feet, more or less, being portions of the property owned by FRED B. BREWITT and LEE ANN A. BREWITT and described in a deed recorded in the Middlesex South District Registry of Deeds, in Book 11198 Page 484, be accepted as a municipal easement in the City of Marlborough. APPROVED; adopted..”
Accept and file: Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Application for LED Sign Special Permit, Main Street Bank, 81 Granger...
ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Application for LED Sign Special Permit, Main Street Bank, 81 Granger Boulevard, in proper legal form, FILE; adopted. Councilor Delano recused.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Application for LED Sign Special Permit, Main Street Bank, 81 Granger Boulevard, in proper legal form, FILE; adopted. Councilor Delano recused..”
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
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“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”
Grant special permit decision: a Sign Ordinance Special Permit to Main Street Bank
ORDERED: DECISION ON A LED SIGN SPECIAL PERMIT IN CITY COUNCIL LED Sign Special Permit Main Street Bank Order No. 18/19-1007423E X 18/19-1007461 DECISION ON A LED SIGN SPECIAL PERMIT CITY COUNCIL ORDER NO. 18/19-1007423B The City Council of the City of Marlborough hereby GRANTS the application for a Sign Ordinance Special Permit to Main Street Bank (the “Applicant”) for the property located at 81 Granger Boulevard, Marlborough, Massachusetts, as provided in this Decision and subject to the following Procedural Findings and Findings of Facts and Conditions. FINDINGS OF FACT AND RULING 1. The Applicant is the lessee of the property located at 81 Granger Boulevard, Marlborough, Massachusetts, as shown on the Marlborough Assessors Maps as Map 70, Parcel 152 (the “Site”) and maintains a stand-alone bank facility with drive-through ATM and teller services. 2. The Applicant seeks a LED Sign Special Permit, pursuant to Section 526-13 of the Code of the City of Marlborough entitled, “Electronic Message Center Signs and Digital Display Signs” (the “EMC and Digital Display Sign Ordinance”), to operate an electronic message center sign (the “Sign”) at the Site (the “Application”). 3. The Sign is a 2’ 6-15/16” by 5’ 5-3/8” double-faced monochrome electronic message center (EMC) sign, with a display area of 10.80 square feet (the product specifications are attached hereto as Exhibit A). The Sign is to be located below an internally-illuminated sign at the premises (as shown in Exhibit...
Yes: Clancy, Doucette, Dumais, Irish, Juaire, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Robey, TunneraAbstained: DelanoJoseph F. Delano abstained (shown as abstaining, not voting).
From the minutes
“ORDERED: DECISION ON A LED SIGN SPECIAL PERMIT IN CITY COUNCIL LED Sign Special Permit Main Street Bank Order No. 18/19-1007423E X 18/19-1007461 DECISION ON A LED SIGN SPECIAL PERMIT CITY COUNCIL ORDER NO. 18/19-1007423B The City Council of the City of Marlborough hereby GRANTS the application for a Sign Ordinance Special Permit to Main Street Bank (the “Applicant”) for the property located at 81 Granger Boulevard, Marlborough, Massachusetts, as provided in this Decision and subject to the following Procedural Findings and Findings of Facts and Conditions. FINDINGS OF FACT AND RULING 1. The Applicant is the lessee of the property located at 81 Granger Boulevard, Marlborough, Massachusetts, as shown on the Marlborough Assessors Maps as Map 70, Parcel 152 (the “Site”) and maintains a stand-alone bank facility with drive-through ATM and teller services. 2. The Applicant seeks a LED Sign Special Permit, pursuant to Section 526-13 of the Code of the City of Marlborough entitled, “Electronic Message Center Signs and Digital Display Signs” (the “EMC and Digital Display Sign Ordinance”), to operate an electronic message center sign (the “Sign”) at the Site (the “Application”). 3. The Sign is a 2’ 6-15/16” by 5’ 5-3/8” double-faced monochrome electronic message center (EMC) sign, with a display area of 10.80 square feet (the product specifications are attached hereto as Exhibit A). The Sign is to be located below an internally-illuminated sign at the premises (as shown in Exhibit B). 4. In connection with the Application, the Applicant has submitted schematic designs of the Site and a sketch plan showing the location of the Sign on the Site (as shown in Exhibit C). 5. The Marlborough City Council held a public hearing on the Application on February 25, 2019. 6. The Applicant, through its representatives, presented testimony at the public hearing detailing the Sign. No individual in attendance at the public hearing spoke in opposition to the Sign. BASED ON THE ABOVE, THE CITY COUNCIL MAKES THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND TAKES THE FOLLOWING ACTIONS A. The Applicant has complied with all rules and regulations promulgated by the Marlborough City Council as they pertain to application for a special permit under the EMC and Digital Display Sign Ordinance. B. The City Council finds that the Sign complies with the standards set forth in Section 526-13.B of the EMC and Digital Display Sign Ordinance. C. The City Council finds, pursuant to Section 526-13.B(16) of the EMC and Digital Display Sign Ordinance, that: all other signage on the Site is in compliance with zoning requirements; the Sign does not create unnecessary visual clutter or constitute signage overload for the lot or surrounding neighborhood or street; the Sign does not substantially block visibility of signs on abutting lots; the Sign does not substantially block solar access of, or the view from, windows of residential dwellings on abutting lots; the proposed illumination is appropriate to the Site and is appropriately located with respect to the character of the surrounding neighborhood; the scale and/or location of the Sign is appropriate; and the dimensions of the Sign comply with the area limitations of the EMC and Digital Display Sign Ordinance. D. The City Council, pursuant to its authority under the EMC and Digital Display Sign Ordinance, hereby GRANTS the Applicant a special permit for the Sign, SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS, which conditions shall be binding on the Applicant, its successors and/or assigns: 1. The Sign shall be operated in accordance with the EMC and Digital Display Sign Ordinance of the City of Marlborough. APPROVED; adopted. Yea: 10 – Nay: 0 – Abstain: 1 Yea: Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Clancy, Landers, Juaire, Oram, Ossing & Robey. Abstain: Delano..”
Refer to the Wireless Communications Committee: Mayor and City Council review the pros and cons of the establishment of an Alternative Energy...
ORDERED: That the Mayor and City Council review the pros and cons of the establishment of an Alternative Energy Committee in the City of Marlborough to explore the availability of planning assistance, grants, and other funding sources to assist homeowners and members of the business community in converting to renewable and other alternative energy sources. The committee’s charge will be to promote phasing out fossil fuels, refer to WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Mayor and City Council review the pros and cons of the establishment of an Alternative Energy Committee in the City of Marlborough to explore the availability of planning assistance, grants, and other funding sources to assist homeowners and members of the business community in converting to renewable and other alternative energy sources. The committee’s charge will be to promote phasing out fossil fuels, refer to WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE; adopted..”
Approve the Street Construction Bond ($4,000,000.00)
ORDERED: STREET CONSTRUCTION BOND That the sum of $4,000,000.00 (four million dollars) be and is hereby appropriated for street construction. That to meet said appropriations, the Comptroller/Treasurer, with the approval of the Mayor, is hereby authorized to borrow the sum of $4,000,000.00 under and pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 44, Section 7 (1) of the Massachusetts General Laws, as amended and supplemented, or any other enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the City of Marlborough therefor. Any premium received by the City upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote, less any such premium applied to the payment of costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance with Chapter 44, Section 20 of the General Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount. APPROVED; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Delano, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Clancy, Landers, Juaire, Oram, Ossing & Robey.
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“ORDERED: STREET CONSTRUCTION BOND That the sum of $4,000,000.00 (four million dollars) be and is hereby appropriated for street construction. That to meet said appropriations, the Comptroller/Treasurer, with the approval of the Mayor, is hereby authorized to borrow the sum of $4,000,000.00 under and pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 44, Section 7 (1) of the Massachusetts General Laws, as amended and supplemented, or any other enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the City of Marlborough therefor. Any premium received by the City upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote, less any such premium applied to the payment of costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance with Chapter 44, Section 20 of the General Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount. APPROVED; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Delano, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Clancy, Landers, Juaire, Oram, Ossing & Robey..”
Adjourn
ORDERED: There being no further business, the regular meeting of the City Council is herewith adjourned at 10:12 PM; adopted.
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“ORDERED: There being no further business, the regular meeting of the City Council is herewith adjourned at 10:12 PM; adopted..”
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