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August 26, 2019
40 recorded votes, 39 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
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Accept and file: Minutes of the City Council meeting, JULY 22, 2019
ORDERED: That the Minutes of the City Council meeting, JULY 22, 2019 FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Minutes of the City Council meeting, JULY 22, 2019 FILE; adopted..”
Continue the public hearing: On the Petition from Massachusetts Electric and Verizon New England, to install a new Pole 8-5 at 150 Hayes Memorial...
ORDERED: That the 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, Order No. 19-1007739, CONTINUED UNTIL SEPTEMBER 9, 2019 AT 8:00 PM; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the 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, Order No. 19-1007739, CONTINUED UNTIL SEPTEMBER 9, 2019 AT 8:00 PM; adopted..”
Close the public hearing: On the Proposed Zoning Amendment as revised to Chapter 650 §12, Nonconforming Uses
ORDERED: That the PUBLIC HEARING On the Proposed Zoning Amendment as revised to Chapter 650 §12, Nonconforming Uses, Order No. 19-1007673B, all were heard who wish to be heard, hearing closed at 8:05 PM; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the PUBLIC HEARING On the Proposed Zoning Amendment as revised to Chapter 650 §12, Nonconforming Uses, Order No. 19-1007673B, all were heard who wish to be heard, hearing closed at 8:05 PM; adopted..”
Close the public hearing: On the Proposed Zoning Map Amendment from Attorney Michael Norris on behalf of Renato Fontes, re: Rezoning of land off...
ORDERED: That the PUBLIC HEARING On the Proposed Zoning Map Amendment from Attorney Michael Norris on behalf of Renato Fontes, re: Rezoning of land off 269 Mechanic Street identified as Map 56, Parcel 125, Order No. 19-1007738, all were heard who wish to be heard, hearing closed at 8:30 PM; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the PUBLIC HEARING On the Proposed Zoning Map Amendment from Attorney Michael Norris on behalf of Renato Fontes, re: Rezoning of land off 269 Mechanic Street identified as Map 56, Parcel 125, Order No. 19-1007738, all were heard who wish to be heard, hearing closed at 8:30 PM; adopted..”
Approve: No more than eight hundred thousand dollars ($800,000.00) shall be expended from the Parks and Recreation Revolving Fund during fiscal...
ORDERED: That no more than eight hundred thousand dollars ($800,000.00) shall be expended from the Parks and Recreation Revolving Fund during fiscal year 2020, unless otherwise authorized by City Council and Mayor. This increases the limit from three hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($350,000.00) as approved by the City Council on June 17, 2019, refer to FINANCE COMMITTEE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That no more than eight hundred thousand dollars ($800,000.00) shall be expended from the Parks and Recreation Revolving Fund during fiscal year 2020, unless otherwise authorized by City Council and Mayor. This increases the limit from three hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($350,000.00) as approved by the City Council on June 17, 2019, refer to FINANCE COMMITTEE; adopted..”
Refer to the Finance Committee: Transfer Request in the amount of $30,000.00 from PEG Funds to Marlboro Cable Trust, to fund capital equipment...
ORDERED: That the Transfer Request in the amount of $30,000.00 from PEG Funds to Marlboro Cable Trust, to fund capital equipment purchases for WMCT, refer to FINANCE COMMITTEE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Transfer Request in the amount of $30,000.00 from PEG Funds to Marlboro Cable Trust, to fund capital equipment purchases for WMCT, refer to FINANCE COMMITTEE; adopted..”
Approve: Gift Acceptance in the amount of $1,000.00 from DuPont Electronics & Imaging (formerly Dow Chemical Company) for the Conservation...
ORDERED: Under authority of MGL Chapter 44, Section 53A, the City Council hereby APPROVES the Gift Acceptance in the amount of $1,000.00 from DuPont Electronics & Imaging (formerly Dow Chemical Company) for the Conservation Maintenance Fund to support the annual Project Clean Sweep and other beautification efforts within the city; adopted.
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“ORDERED: Under authority of MGL Chapter 44, Section 53A, the City Council hereby APPROVES the Gift Acceptance in the amount of $1,000.00 from DuPont Electronics & Imaging (formerly Dow Chemical Company) for the Conservation Maintenance Fund to support the annual Project Clean Sweep and other beautification efforts within the city; adopted..”
Approve: Grant Acceptance in the amount of $898.00 from FM Global Foundation awarded to the Fire Department to fund the purchase of two digital...
ORDERED: Under authority of MGL Chapter 44, Section 53A, the City Council hereby APPROVES the Grant Acceptance in the amount of $898.00 from FM Global Foundation awarded to the Fire Department to fund the purchase of two digital cameras for the Fire Investigation Unit; 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 $898.00 from FM Global Foundation awarded to the Fire Department to fund the purchase of two digital cameras for the Fire Investigation Unit; adopted..”
Accept and file: Communication from the Mayor, re: Appointment of Nathan Boudreau to the position of Executive Aide to the Mayor, effective August...
ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Appointment of Nathan Boudreau to the position of Executive Aide to the Mayor, effective August 12, 2019, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Appointment of Nathan Boudreau to the position of Executive Aide to the Mayor, effective August 12, 2019, FILE; adopted..”
Refer to the Personnel Committee: Appointment of Jason (Jay) Piques to the position of Assistant City Solicitor for a term of three years...
ORDERED: That the Appointment of Jason (Jay) Piques to the position of Assistant City Solicitor for a term of three years effective on date of confirmation, refer to PERSONNEL COMMITTEE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Appointment of Jason (Jay) Piques to the position of Assistant City Solicitor for a term of three years effective on date of confirmation, refer to PERSONNEL COMMITTEE; adopted..”
Moved to reports of committee: Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Grant of Easement to MA Electric for service to...
ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Grant of Easement to MA Electric for service to Marlborough High School, 431 Bolton 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 Grant of Easement to MA Electric for service to Marlborough High School, 431 Bolton Street, in proper legal form, MOVED TO REPORTS OF COMMITTEE; adopted..”
Moved to reports of committee: Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed License for Outdoor Seating requested by David...
ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed License for Outdoor Seating requested by David Richardson of Flying Dreams Brewing Co., 277 Main 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 License for Outdoor Seating requested by David Richardson of Flying Dreams Brewing Co., 277 Main Street, in proper legal form, MOVED TO REPORTS OF COMMITTEE; adopted..”
Refer to the Urban Affairs Committee, Planning Board, and Advertise a Public Hearing for...: Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield...
ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield on behalf of Councilor Delano, re: Proposed Zoning Amendment relative to the definition of Home Office/Home Occupation, refer to URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE, PLANNING BOARD, AND ADVERTISE A PUBLIC HEARING FOR MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2019; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield on behalf of Councilor Delano, re: Proposed Zoning Amendment relative to the definition of Home Office/Home Occupation, refer to URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE, PLANNING BOARD, AND ADVERTISE A PUBLIC HEARING FOR MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2019; adopted..”
Accept and file: Communication from Police Chief, David Giorgi, re: Detail officers pursuant to Special Permit condition for Garden Remedies, 416...
ORDERED: That the Communication from Police Chief, David Giorgi, re: Detail officers pursuant to Special Permit condition for Garden Remedies, 416 Boston Post Road East, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from Police Chief, David Giorgi, re: Detail officers pursuant to Special Permit condition for Garden Remedies, 416 Boston Post Road East, FILE; adopted..”
By Order No. 18-1007366, the City Council of the City of Marlborough authorized the City to acquire 49 West Main Street, Marlborough, MA in the...
ORDERED: That by Order No. 18-1007366, the City Council of the City of Marlborough authorized the City to acquire 49 West Main Street, Marlborough, MA in the total amount of $381,504.00 as provided in a Purchase and Sale Agreement (“Agreement”) for the purchase of said property and appropriated from Account No. 19300006-58595 (City Hall Equipment) the then-balance due on said purchase in the amount of $362,504.00, the Mayor, upon negotiation of a First Amendment to the Agreement modifying certain terms of the Agreement, the City Council hereby: 1) Authorizes the City to acquire 49 West Main Street in the total amount of $461,000.00 as provided in the First Amendment to the Purchase and Sale Agreement, to be funded from the above-referenced account; and 2) Affirms its authorization for the Mayor to accept a deed pursuant to MGL c. 40, § 3 for said property located at 49 West Main Street. Refer to FINANCE COMMITTEE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That by Order No. 18-1007366, the City Council of the City of Marlborough authorized the City to acquire 49 West Main Street, Marlborough, MA in the total amount of $381,504.00 as provided in a Purchase and Sale Agreement (“Agreement”) for the purchase of said property and appropriated from Account No. 19300006-58595 (City Hall Equipment) the then-balance due on said purchase in the amount of $362,504.00, the Mayor, upon negotiation of a First Amendment to the Agreement modifying certain terms of the Agreement, the City Council hereby: 1) Authorizes the City to acquire 49 West Main Street in the total amount of $461,000.00 as provided in the First Amendment to the Purchase and Sale Agreement, to be funded from the above-referenced account; and 2) Affirms its authorization for the Mayor to accept a deed pursuant to MGL c. 40, § 3 for said property located at 49 West Main Street. Refer to FINANCE COMMITTEE; adopted..”
Refer to the Urban Affairs Committee & Advertise: Set MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2019 as DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING On the Application for Special Permit...
ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2019 as DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING On the Application for Special Permit from Nicholas Masso of Indo Laboratories, to operate an independent Marijuana Testing Laboratory at 257 Simarano Drive, refer to URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE & ADVERTISE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2019 as DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING On the Application for Special Permit from Nicholas Masso of Indo Laboratories, to operate an independent Marijuana Testing Laboratory at 257 Simarano Drive, refer to URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE & ADVERTISE; adopted..”
Refer to the Public Services Committee & Advertise: Set MONDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2019 as DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING On the Application for Fuel Storage...
ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2019 as DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING On the Application for Fuel Storage License, Ambri, Inc., 53 Brigham Street, refer to PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE & ADVERTISE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2019 as DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING On the Application for Fuel Storage License, Ambri, Inc., 53 Brigham Street, refer to PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE & ADVERTISE; adopted..”
Refer to the Public Services Committee: Application for a Livery License from Snold Benjamin d/b/a Ben Transportation, to operate at 98 Bolton Street
ORDERED: That the Application for a Livery License from Snold Benjamin d/b/a Ben Transportation, to operate at 98 Bolton Street, refer to PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Application for a Livery License from Snold Benjamin d/b/a Ben Transportation, to operate at 98 Bolton Street, refer to PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE; adopted..”
Accept and file: Communication from Central MA Mosquito Control Project re: Personnel being in the area responding to residents’ concerns about...
ORDERED: That the Communication from Central MA Mosquito Control Project re: Personnel being in the area responding to residents’ concerns about mosquitos on various dates in September & October 2019, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from Central MA Mosquito Control Project re: Personnel being in the area responding to residents’ concerns about mosquitos on various dates in September & October 2019, FILE; adopted..”
Tabled to the september 9, 2019 meeting: Communication from Attorney Geoffrey Smith on behalf of Heritage Farm, LLC re: Notice pursuant to MGL, c...
ORDERED: That the Communication from Attorney Geoffrey Smith on behalf of Heritage Farm, LLC re: Notice pursuant to MGL, c 61A, §14 of intent to sell land and convert use, 339 Boston Post Road East, identified as Parcels 72-35, 73-26A, 73-28, 73-24 & 73-26, TABLED TO THE SEPTEMBER 9, 2019 MEETING; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from Attorney Geoffrey Smith on behalf of Heritage Farm, LLC re: Notice pursuant to MGL, c 61A, §14 of intent to sell land and convert use, 339 Boston Post Road East, identified as Parcels 72-35, 73-26A, 73-28, 73-24 & 73-26, TABLED TO THE SEPTEMBER 9, 2019 MEETING; adopted..”
Refer to the Urban Affairs Committee & Advertise: Set MONDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2019 as DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING On the Application for Special Permit...
ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2019 as DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING On the Application for Special Permit from Post Road Realty, LLC to construct a multi-family residential project known as The Green District in the Executive Residential Overlay District (EROD) which will consist of 475 units in two buildings at 107 Simarano Drive, Map 116, Parcels 5, 11 & 12, refer to URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE & ADVERTISE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2019 as DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING On the Application for Special Permit from Post Road Realty, LLC to construct a multi-family residential project known as The Green District in the Executive Residential Overlay District (EROD) which will consist of 475 units in two buildings at 107 Simarano Drive, Map 116, Parcels 5, 11 & 12, refer to URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE & ADVERTISE; adopted..”
Refer to the Urban Affairs Committee: Application for Site Plan Approval from Post Road Realty, LLC for The Green District project to be built in...
ORDERED: That the Application for Site Plan Approval from Post Road Realty, LLC for The Green District project to be built in the Executive Residential Overlay District (EROD), at 107 Simarano Drive, refer to URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Application for Site Plan Approval from Post Road Realty, LLC for The Green District project to be built in the Executive Residential Overlay District (EROD), at 107 Simarano Drive, refer to URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE; adopted..”
Refer to the Mayor & Dpw Commissioner: Communication from Pam Allinson, re: Dog Park in the City of Marlborough
ORDERED: That the Communication from Pam Allinson, re: Dog Park in the City of Marlborough, refer to MAYOR & DPW COMMISSIONER; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from Pam Allinson, re: Dog Park in the City of Marlborough, refer to MAYOR & DPW COMMISSIONER; adopted..”
Accept and file: Minutes, Board of Health, April 8, 2019 & June 26, 2019
ORDERED: That the Minutes, Board of Health, April 8, 2019 & June 26, 2019, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Minutes, Board of Health, April 8, 2019 & June 26, 2019, FILE; adopted..”
Accept and file: Minutes, Conservation Commission, June 20, 2019
ORDERED: That the Minutes, Conservation Commission, June 20, 2019, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Minutes, Conservation Commission, June 20, 2019, FILE; adopted..”
Accept and file: Minutes, Historical Commission, June 6, 2019 & July 25, 2019
ORDERED: That the Minutes, Historical Commission, June 6, 2019 & July 25, 2019, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Minutes, Historical Commission, June 6, 2019 & July 25, 2019, FILE; adopted..”
Accept and file: Minutes, License Board, May 22, 2019, June 20, 2019 & June 26, 2019
ORDERED: That the Minutes, License Board, May 22, 2019, June 20, 2019 & June 26, 2019, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Minutes, License Board, May 22, 2019, June 20, 2019 & June 26, 2019, FILE; adopted..”
Accept and file: Minutes, Planning Board, June 17, 2019
ORDERED: That the Minutes, Planning Board, June 17, 2019, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Minutes, Planning Board, June 17, 2019, FILE; adopted..”
Accept and file: Minutes, Traffic Commission, May 29, 2019 & June 26, 2019
ORDERED: That the Minutes, Traffic Commission, May 29, 2019 & June 26, 2019, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Minutes, Traffic Commission, May 29, 2019 & June 26, 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..”
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
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“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”
Approve: 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
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, APPROVED; 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, APPROVED; adopted..”
Accept and file: Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Grant of Easement to MA Electric for service to Marlborough...
ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Grant of Easement to MA Electric for service to Marlborough High School, 431 Bolton Street, in proper legal form, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed Grant of Easement to MA Electric for service to Marlborough High School, 431 Bolton 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: Pursuant to Mass. Gen. Laws c. 40, § 3, the City of Marlborough grants a permanent utility easement, to be executed by the Mayor on...
ORDERED: That pursuant to Mass. Gen. 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, subject to said grant of easement being approved by vote of the Marlborough School Committee, APPROVED; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Delano, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Clancy, Landers, Juaire, Oram, Ossing & Robey.
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“ORDERED: That pursuant to Mass. Gen. 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, subject to said grant of easement being approved by vote of the Marlborough School Committee, APPROVED; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Delano, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Clancy, Landers, Juaire, Oram, Ossing & Robey..”
Accept and file: Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed License for Outdoor Seating requested by David Richardson of...
ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed License for Outdoor Seating requested by David Richardson of Flying Dreams Brewing Co., 277 Main Street in proper legal form, FILE; adopted.
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“ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor, Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed License for Outdoor Seating requested by David Richardson of Flying Dreams Brewing Co., 277 Main 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: License to Encroach on Public Sidewalk and Indemnification WHEREAS, Flying Dreams Brewing Co., LLC d/b/a Flying Dreams Brewing Co. (the...
ORDERED: License to Encroach on Public Sidewalk and Indemnification WHEREAS, Flying Dreams Brewing Co., LLC d/b/a Flying Dreams Brewing Co. (the “Licensee”), duly incorporated in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with a principle place of business at 455B Park Ave., Worcester, MA 01610, operating a brewery including retail sales for serving the beer brewed on-site known as Flying Dreams Brewing Co. located at 277 Main Street, Marlborough, MA (being a portion of Assessors Map 69 Parcel 382) desires to use a portion of the sidewalk fronting said 277 Main Street, Marlborough, MA (on the Rawlins Avenue side) for table service of food and/or beverages (hereinafter, “License Area”); and WHEREAS the City of Marlborough (hereinafter, the “City”) wishes to allow the Flying Dreams Brewing Co. to use the License Area for table service of food and/or beverages; WHEREAS the License Area is owned by and/or within the public way of the City; NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Marlborough, by and through its City Council (hereinafter, “the City”), grants to the Licensee permission to use the License Area for the limited purpose of outdoor dining on food and/or beverages associated with the Licensee and to place tables and chairs thereon for said purpose, and for no other purpose, under the terms and conditions stated below (hereinafter, “the license” or “this license”): 1. The License Area is identified in its approximate location on the plan attached hereto as Exhibit “A,” which exhibit is...
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“ORDERED: License to Encroach on Public Sidewalk and Indemnification WHEREAS, Flying Dreams Brewing Co., LLC d/b/a Flying Dreams Brewing Co. (the “Licensee”), duly incorporated in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with a principle place of business at 455B Park Ave., Worcester, MA 01610, operating a brewery including retail sales for serving the beer brewed on-site known as Flying Dreams Brewing Co. located at 277 Main Street, Marlborough, MA (being a portion of Assessors Map 69 Parcel 382) desires to use a portion of the sidewalk fronting said 277 Main Street, Marlborough, MA (on the Rawlins Avenue side) for table service of food and/or beverages (hereinafter, “License Area”); and WHEREAS the City of Marlborough (hereinafter, the “City”) wishes to allow the Flying Dreams Brewing Co. to use the License Area for table service of food and/or beverages; WHEREAS the License Area is owned by and/or within the public way of the City; NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Marlborough, by and through its City Council (hereinafter, “the City”), grants to the Licensee permission to use the License Area for the limited purpose of outdoor dining on food and/or beverages associated with the Licensee and to place tables and chairs thereon for said purpose, and for no other purpose, under the terms and conditions stated below (hereinafter, “the license” or “this license”): 1. The License Area is identified in its approximate location on the plan attached hereto as Exhibit “A,” which exhibit is made a part hereof. 2. The license shall be effective from the date of approval by the City for a one (1) year term. Thereafter, subject to the terms and conditions of this license, this license shall run from year to year. Licensee shall be responsible for snow and/or ice removal, if Licensee places tables and/or chairs on the License Area when snow or ice is present. 3. Licensee shall not allow any use of the tables and chairs in the License Area after 10:00 PM. 4. Licensee acknowledges that this license is not a grant of interest in the License Area or in any other portion of City property. 5. Licensee acknowledge that this license is exclusive to Licensee and that no other person(s) or entity(ies) has the permission of the City to utilize the License Area for any purpose other than for dining on products purchased at the Flying Dreams Brewing Co. This License (including paragraphs 5 and 6) shall not prohibit dining on food from sources other than the Licensee so long as it is in conjunction with dining on beverages purchased at the Flying Dreams Brewing Co. 6. Licensee agrees that it shall not allow loitering or other use of the License Area which is not related to dining on products purchased at the Flying Dreams Brewing Co. 7. Licensee agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the City, their officers, employees and agents from and against all suits, actions or claims, civil or criminal, of any character brought because of any injury or damage received or sustained by any person, persons or property arising out of, or resulting from the existence of any obstruction or defect in the public way abutting the License Area or in the License Area, or arising out of, or resulting from any asserted negligent or intentional act, error or omission of Licensee or its agents, servants or employees, occurring in the performance of the Licensee to place tables and chairs upon License Area and to allow the utilization by third parties of said License Area. The indemnification required hereunder shall not be limited by reason of the specifications of any particular insurance coverage of the Licensee. 8. The City’s Building Commissioner or his agents may revoke the license for violation of the terms and conditions of this license. 9. Service of alcoholic beverages out-of-doors in the License Area shall require a separate license from the Licensing Board and any appropriate State approvals. 10. Said tables and chairs shall not interfere with accessible path of travel for handicapped individuals, per the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable laws and regulations. 11. Signs shall not be permitted except in accordance with City’s Sign Ordinance. 12. All applicable federal, state, and City policies, regulations and ordinances, as amended, shall remain in full force and effect, and Licensee shall comply with same. 13. Licensee agrees to abide by its terms and conditions and acknowledges that said license may be revoked by the City of Marlborough for breach of any condition contained therein. This is a legally binding document. By signing, Licensee acknowledges that it has had an opportunity to review with its Attorney. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Licensee has set its hand and seal this ____ day of _________, 2019. LICENSEE Flying Dreams Brewing Co., LLC d/b/a Flying Dreams Brewing Co. By its Manager, duly authorized _________________________________ DAVID RICHARDSON EXHIBIT “A” APPROVED; adopted..”
Refer to the Operations & Oversight Committee: Marlborough Police Chief David Giorgi discuss the city’s contract with Critter Control and the...
ORDERED: That Marlborough Police Chief David Giorgi discuss the city’s contract with Critter Control and the department’s Policy And Operating Procedures For Animal Control with the Operations and Oversight Committee in light of recent communications from residents about animals that have been found roaming the city, refer to OPERATIONS & OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“adopted.”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“ORDERED: That Marlborough Police Chief David Giorgi discuss the city’s contract with Critter Control and the department’s Policy And Operating Procedures For Animal Control with the Operations and Oversight Committee in light of recent communications from residents about animals that have been found roaming the city, refer to OPERATIONS & OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE; adopted..”
Adjourn
ORDERED: There being no further business, the regular meeting of the City Council is herewith adjourned at 9:02 PM; adopted.
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From the minutes
“ORDERED: There being no further business, the regular meeting of the City Council is herewith adjourned at 9:02 PM; adopted..”
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