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February 8, 2021
19 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Note on these minutes: Laura J. Wagner, Mark A. Oram, Samantha Perlman and Kathleen D. Robey took part remotely (under the Governor’s emergency order, every vote was taken by roll call).
Present: Mark A. Oram, Michael H. Ossing, Samantha Perlman, Kathleen D. Robey, Laura J. Wagner, David Doucette, Christian Dumais, Robert J. Tunnera, John J. Irish, Sean A. Navin, Donald R. Landers
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Accept and file: Minutes of the City Council meeting, January 25, 2021
Motion by Councilor Tunnera, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of the City Council meeting, January 25, 2021, FILE; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Tunnera, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of the City Council meeting, January 25, 2021, FILE; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey..” (Motion: Tunnera)
Suspend the rules to allow for the Mayor to speak
Suspension of the Rules requested to allow for the Mayor to speak – granted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey.
From the minutes
“Suspension of the Rules requested to allow for the Mayor to speak – granted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey..”
Close the public hearing: Petition from Massachusetts Electric to install a new solely owned pole #5 in the public right of way on North Bigelow...
ORDERED: That the PUBLIC HEARING on the Petition from Massachusetts Electric to install a new solely owned pole #5 in the public right of way on North Bigelow Street to accommodate substation expansion, Order No. 21-1008189, all were heard who wish to be heard, hearing closed at 8:29 PM; adopted.
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From the minutes
“ORDERED: That the PUBLIC HEARING on the Petition from Massachusetts Electric to install a new solely owned pole #5 in the public right of way on North Bigelow Street to accommodate substation expansion, Order No. 21-1008189, all were heard who wish to be heard, hearing closed at 8:29 PM; adopted..” (Motion: Tunnera)
Close the public hearing: Application for Modification of Special Permit from Todd Wilson, on behalf of Diversified Funding Acquisition...
ORDERED: That the PUBLIC HEARING on the Application for Modification of Special Permit from Todd Wilson, on behalf of Diversified Funding Acquisition LLC/Atlantic Property Management, to add kitchenettes to existing guest rooms for use as an extended stay hotel and the conversion of manager’s residence to a guest room for a total of 65 guest rooms at 880 Donald J. Lynch Boulevard (Quality Inn), Order No. 21-1008171, all were heard who wish to be heard, hearing closed at 8:40 PM; 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 the PUBLIC HEARING on the Application for Modification of Special Permit from Todd Wilson, on behalf of Diversified Funding Acquisition LLC/Atlantic Property Management, to add kitchenettes to existing guest rooms for use as an extended stay hotel and the conversion of manager’s residence to a guest room for a total of 65 guest rooms at 880 Donald J. Lynch Boulevard (Quality Inn), Order No. 21-1008171, all were heard who wish to be heard, hearing closed at 8:40 PM; adopted..”
Approve: Grant Acceptance in the amount of $80,436.00 from the Executive Office of Elder Affairs (EOEA) awarded to the Council on Aging which will...
Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: Under authority of MGL Chapter 44, Section 53A, the City Council hereby APPROVES the Grant Acceptance in the amount of $80,436.00 from the Executive Office of Elder Affairs (EOEA) awarded to the Council on Aging which will be utilized for many of the enrichment programs and services offered by the Senior Center; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: Under authority of MGL Chapter 44, Section 53A, the City Council hereby APPROVES the Grant Acceptance in the amount of $80,436.00 from the Executive Office of Elder Affairs (EOEA) awarded to the Council on Aging which will be utilized for many of the enrichment programs and services offered by the Senior Center; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey..” (Motion: Irish)
Refer to the Finance Committee: Proposed Amendment to Chapter 125 “Personnel” §6 of the Code to add a stipend for members of the Conservation...
Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Proposed Amendment to Chapter 125 “Personnel” §6 of the Code to add a stipend for members of the Conservation Commission effective April 1, 2021, referred to the FINANCE COMMITTEE; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Proposed Amendment to Chapter 125 “Personnel” §6 of the Code to add a stipend for members of the Conservation Commission effective April 1, 2021, referred to the FINANCE COMMITTEE; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey..” (Motion: Irish)
Refer to the Finance Committee: Transfer Request in the amount of $3,150.00 which moves funds from Summer Employment to Conservation Commission...
Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Transfer Request in the amount of $3,150.00 which moves funds from Summer Employment to Conservation Commission Members to cover the proposed stipends through June 30, 2021, referred to the FINANCE COMMITTEE; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Transfer Request in the amount of $3,150.00 which moves funds from Summer Employment to Conservation Commission Members to cover the proposed stipends through June 30, 2021, referred to the FINANCE COMMITTEE; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey..” (Motion: Irish)
Refer to the Personnel Committee: Reappointment of James Griffin to the Board of Health for a 3-year term to expire on the first Monday in...
Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of James Griffin to the Board of Health for a 3-year term to expire on the first Monday in February (February 5, 2024), referred to the PERSONNEL COMMITTEE; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of James Griffin to the Board of Health for a 3-year term to expire on the first Monday in February (February 5, 2024), referred to the PERSONNEL COMMITTEE; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey..” (Motion: Dumais)
Refer to the Personnel Committee: Appointment of Phillip Short to the Board of Health for a 3-year term to expire on first Monday in February...
Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Appointment of Phillip Short to the Board of Health for a 3-year term to expire on first Monday in February (February 5, 2024), replacing Robin Williams who has served on the board for 6-years, referred to the PERSONNEL COMMITTEE; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Appointment of Phillip Short to the Board of Health for a 3-year term to expire on first Monday in February (February 5, 2024), replacing Robin Williams who has served on the board for 6-years, referred to the PERSONNEL COMMITTEE; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey..” (Motion: Dumais)
Approve: Request for Approval of a Flat Wall Sign, Edible (formerly Edible Arrangements), 1025 Boston Post Road East, within the Wayside District
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Request for Approval of a Flat Wall Sign, Edible (formerly Edible Arrangements), 1025 Boston Post Road East, within the Wayside District, APPROVED; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Request for Approval of a Flat Wall Sign, Edible (formerly Edible Arrangements), 1025 Boston Post Road East, within the Wayside District, APPROVED; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey..” (Motion: Robey)
Accept and file: Communication from the Planning Board, re: Notice of Grant of Variance/Appeal to the Sign Ordinance (Chapter 526) for Serrato...
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Planning Board, re: Notice of Grant of Variance/Appeal to the Sign Ordinance (Chapter 526) for Serrato Signs, LLC on behalf of St. Mary’s Credit Union (Starbucks), 133 South Bolton Street, FILE; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Planning Board, re: Notice of Grant of Variance/Appeal to the Sign Ordinance (Chapter 526) for Serrato Signs, LLC on behalf of St. Mary’s Credit Union (Starbucks), 133 South Bolton Street, FILE; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey..” (Motion: Robey)
Refer to the Urban Affairs Committee & Advertise: Set MONDAY FEBRUARY 22, 2021 as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING, on the Application for LED Sign...
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY FEBRUARY 22, 2021 as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING, on the Application for LED Sign Special Permit, from Serrato Signs, LLC on behalf of Starbucks (St. Mary’s Credit Union), 133 South Bolton Street, referred to URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE & ADVERTISE; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY FEBRUARY 22, 2021 as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING, on the Application for LED Sign Special Permit, from Serrato Signs, LLC on behalf of Starbucks (St. Mary’s Credit Union), 133 South Bolton Street, referred to URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE & ADVERTISE; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey..” (Motion: Robey)
Accept and file: Minutes of following Boards, Commissions and Committees
Motion by Councilor Doucette, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of following Boards, Commissions and Committees, FILE; adopted. a) School Committee, January 4, 2021. b) Board of Assessors, December 8, 2020. c) Conservation Commission, January 7, 2021. d) Library Trustees, January 5, 2021. e) Planning Board, January 11, 2021. f) Traffic Commission, December 30, 2020. g) Zoning Board of Appeals, January 19, 2021. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Doucette, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of following Boards, Commissions and Committees, FILE; adopted. a) School Committee, January 4, 2021. b) Board of Assessors, December 8, 2020. c) Conservation Commission, January 7, 2021. d) Library Trustees, January 5, 2021. e) Planning Board, January 11, 2021. f) Traffic Commission, December 30, 2020. g) Zoning Board of Appeals, January 19, 2021. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey..” (Motion: Doucette)
Refer to the Legal Department: Following CLAIM
Motion by Councilor Doucette, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the following CLAIM, refer to the LEGAL DEPARTMENT; adopted. a) Sharon Boegel, 180 Naugler Avenue, residential mailbox claim (2b). b) Chris Taylor, 159 Barnard Road, residential mailbox claim (2b). Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Doucette, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the following CLAIM, refer to the LEGAL DEPARTMENT; adopted. a) Sharon Boegel, 180 Naugler Avenue, residential mailbox claim (2b). b) Chris Taylor, 159 Barnard Road, residential mailbox claim (2b). Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey..” (Motion: Doucette)
Suspend the rules to allow a communication from the Mayor
Suspension of the Rules requested to allow a communication from the Mayor – granted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey.
From the minutes
“Suspension of the Rules requested to allow a communication from the Mayor – granted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey..”
Refer to the Finance Committee. Councilor Ossing read a Disclosure of Appearance of...: Transfer Request in the amount of $370,000.00 which moves...
ORDERED: That the Transfer Request in the amount of $370,000.00 which moves funds from PEG Funds to Marlborough Cable Trust to fund the operation of WMCT for FY2022, referred to FINANCE COMMITTEE. Councilor Ossing read a Disclosure of Appearance of Conflict of Interest into the record. CITY OF MARLBOROUGH BUDGET TRANSFERS -- DEPT: Mayor FISCAL YEAR: 2021 FROM ACCOUNT: TO ACCOUNT: Available Available Balance Amount Org Code Object Account Description: Amount Org Code Object Account Description: Balance $634,764.76 $370,000.00 27000099 47750 Receipts Reserved-PEG Funds $370,000.00 89000 25581 Marlboro Cable Trust $0.00 Reason: To fund WMCT'S FY22 Budget $370,000.00 Total $370,000.00 Total Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey.
From the minutes
“ORDERED: That the Transfer Request in the amount of $370,000.00 which moves funds from PEG Funds to Marlborough Cable Trust to fund the operation of WMCT for FY2022, referred to FINANCE COMMITTEE. Councilor Ossing read a Disclosure of Appearance of Conflict of Interest into the record. CITY OF MARLBOROUGH BUDGET TRANSFERS -- DEPT: Mayor FISCAL YEAR: 2021 FROM ACCOUNT: TO ACCOUNT: Available Available Balance Amount Org Code Object Account Description: Amount Org Code Object Account Description: Balance $634,764.76 $370,000.00 27000099 47750 Receipts Reserved-PEG Funds $370,000.00 89000 25581 Marlboro Cable Trust $0.00 Reason: To fund WMCT'S FY22 Budget $370,000.00 Total $370,000.00 Total Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey..” (Motion: Irish)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey.
From the minutes
“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey..”
Approve with conditions: Petition from Massachusetts Electric to install a new solely owned pole #5 in the public right of way on North Bigelow...
ORDERED: That the Petition from Massachusetts Electric to install a new solely owned pole #5 in the public right of way on North Bigelow Street to accommodate substation expansion, APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS; adopted. 1. The new utility pole shall be located as far off the paved roadway as possible. 2. The proposed location shall be marked by the petitioner and the location shall be approved by the Engineering Division prior to installation. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey.
From the minutes
“ORDERED: That the Petition from Massachusetts Electric to install a new solely owned pole #5 in the public right of way on North Bigelow Street to accommodate substation expansion, APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS; adopted. 1. The new utility pole shall be located as far off the paved roadway as possible. 2. The proposed location shall be marked by the petitioner and the location shall be approved by the Engineering Division prior to installation. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey..” (Motion: Landers)
Adjourn
Motion by Councilor Tunnera, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED There being no further business, the regular meeting of the City Council is herewith adjourned at 9:05 PM; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Tunnera, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED There being no further business, the regular meeting of the City Council is herewith adjourned at 9:05 PM; adopted. Yea: 11 – Nay: 0 Yea: Wagner, Doucette, Dumais, Tunnera, Irish, Navin, Landers, Oram, Ossing, Perlman, & Robey..” (Motion: Tunnera)
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