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27 recorded votes, 27 with disagreement.
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Start my ballot →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
During the meeting:
Accept and file: Minutes of the City Council meeting, December 6, 2021
Motion by Councilor Tunnera, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of the City Council meeting, December 6, 2021, FILE; adopted.
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“Motion by Councilor Tunnera, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of the City Council meeting, December 6, 2021, FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Tunnera)
Approve: The City Council hereby APPROVES the Acceptance of Federal Coronavirus Relief Fund (CARES Act) in the amount of $3,511,279.00 from the...
Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: The City Council hereby APPROVES the Acceptance of Federal Coronavirus Relief Fund (CARES Act) in the amount of $3,511,279.00 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts that was used to cover all costs associated with the Board of Health, PPE Supplies, Unemployment Claims, HVAC and cleaning of city buildings from March 1, 2020 through October 29, 2021; 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.
“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: The City Council hereby APPROVES the Acceptance of Federal Coronavirus Relief Fund (CARES Act) in the amount of $3,511,279.00 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts that was used to cover all costs associated with the Board of Health, PPE Supplies, Unemployment Claims, HVAC and cleaning of city buildings from March 1, 2020 through October 29, 2021; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)
Approve: The City Council hereby APPROVES the Acceptance of Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund package in the amount of $11,835,814.00 through...
Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: The City Council hereby APPROVES the Acceptance of Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund package in the amount of $11,835,814.00 through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA); 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.
“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: The City Council hereby APPROVES the Acceptance of Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund package in the amount of $11,835,814.00 through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA); adopted..” (Motion: Irish)
Approve: Grant Acceptance in the amount of $2,000.00 from the Cummings Community Giving Program in the name of employees Michael Burnell and Paul...
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 $2,000.00 from the Cummings Community Giving Program in the name of employees Michael Burnell and Paul Bracken of New Horizons awarded to the Police Department to be used for community outreach programs; 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.
“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 $2,000.00 from the Cummings Community Giving Program in the name of employees Michael Burnell and Paul Bracken of New Horizons awarded to the Police Department to be used for community outreach programs; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)
Refer to the Urban Affairs Committee and Carried Over to the 2022/2023 Legislative Session: Communication from the Mayor, re: Request that the...
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Request that the City Council consider a Proposed Zoning Change regarding a portion of Jefferson Street, referred to the URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE and CARRIED OVER TO THE 2022/2023 LEGISLATIVE SESSION; adopted. Councilor Dumais recused.
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. The minutes also say: “Councilor Dumais recused.”
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Request that the City Council consider a Proposed Zoning Change regarding a portion of Jefferson Street, referred to the URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE and CARRIED OVER TO THE 2022/2023 LEGISLATIVE SESSION; adopted. Councilor Dumais recused..” (Motion: Robey)
Suspend the rules to allow for a communication from Attorney Peter Tamm on behalf of Greatland Realty Partners, re: The Campus Master Concept Plan...
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: Suspension of the Rules requested to allow for a communication from Attorney Peter Tamm on behalf of Greatland Realty Partners, re: The Campus Master Concept Plan and Development Agreement – granted.
The minutes record the result only (“granted.”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: Suspension of the Rules requested to allow for a communication from Attorney Peter Tamm on behalf of Greatland Realty Partners, re: The Campus Master Concept Plan and Development Agreement – granted..” (Motion: Robey)
Accept and file: Communication from Attorney Peter Tamm on behalf of Greatland Realty Partners, re: Master Concept Plan and Development Agreement...
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from Attorney Peter Tamm on behalf of Greatland Realty Partners, re: Master Concept Plan and Development Agreement for the Campus at Marlborough, FILE; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“FILE”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from Attorney Peter Tamm on behalf of Greatland Realty Partners, re: Master Concept Plan and Development Agreement for the Campus at Marlborough, FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Robey)
Refer to the Urban Affairs Committee and Carried Over to the 2022/2023 Legislative Session: Proposed Master Concept Plan and Development Agreement...
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Proposed Master Concept Plan and Development Agreement with BH GRP TCAM Owner for the Campus at Marlborough within the RWMUOD Sub-District 2, referred to the URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE and CARRIED OVER TO THE 2022/2023 LEGISLATIVE SESSION; 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.
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Proposed Master Concept Plan and Development Agreement with BH GRP TCAM Owner for the Campus at Marlborough within the RWMUOD Sub-District 2, referred to the URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE and CARRIED OVER TO THE 2022/2023 LEGISLATIVE SESSION; adopted..” (Motion: Robey)
Approve: Request for Approval of a Flat Wall Sign, Bay State Physical Therapy, 771 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, Bay State Physical Therapy, 771 Boston Post Road East, within the Wayside District, APPROVED; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Request for Approval of a Flat Wall Sign, Bay State Physical Therapy, 771 Boston Post Road East, within the Wayside District, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Robey)
Accept and file: Communication from the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (PERAC) re: Required FY23 Appropriation in the amount...
Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (PERAC) re: Required FY23 Appropriation in the amount of $10,275,549.00, FILE; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“FILE”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (PERAC) re: Required FY23 Appropriation in the amount of $10,275,549.00, FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)
Accept and file: Communication from Attorney Brian Falk, re: Request to carry over to 2022/2023 session, Site Plan Application, Aubuchon Realty...
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from Attorney Brian Falk, re: Request to carry over to 2022/2023 session, Site Plan Application, Aubuchon Realty Company, Inc., 661 Boston Post Road East, FILE; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“FILE”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from Attorney Brian Falk, re: Request to carry over to 2022/2023 session, Site Plan Application, Aubuchon Realty Company, Inc., 661 Boston Post Road East, FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Robey)
Approve: Application for Site Plan Review from Aubuchon Realty Company, Inc., related to the proposed expansion and upgrade of the retail plaza...
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Application for Site Plan Review from Aubuchon Realty Company, Inc., related to the proposed expansion and upgrade of the retail plaza within the Wayside District, at 661 Boston Post Road East, is carried over to the 2022/2023 Legislative Session, APPROVED; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Application for Site Plan Review from Aubuchon Realty Company, Inc., related to the proposed expansion and upgrade of the retail plaza within the Wayside District, at 661 Boston Post Road East, is carried over to the 2022/2023 Legislative Session, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Robey)
Accept and file: Communication from Attorney Brian Falk, re: Request to carry over to 2022/2023 session, Application for Special Permit by J&D...
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from Attorney Brian Falk, re: Request to carry over to 2022/2023 session, Application for Special Permit by J&D Landscape Contractors, 101 Airport Boulevard, FILE; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“FILE”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from Attorney Brian Falk, re: Request to carry over to 2022/2023 session, Application for Special Permit by J&D Landscape Contractors, 101 Airport Boulevard, FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Robey)
Approve: Application for Special Permit from J & D Landscape Contractors, to construct and operate both a contractor’s yard and landscape...
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Application for Special Permit from J & D Landscape Contractors, to construct and operate both a contractor’s yard and landscape contractor’s yard at the Airport Industrial Park, 101 Airport Boulevard, Unit 12, is carried over to the 2022/2023 Legislative Session, APPROVED; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Application for Special Permit from J & D Landscape Contractors, to construct and operate both a contractor’s yard and landscape contractor’s yard at the Airport Industrial Park, 101 Airport Boulevard, Unit 12, is carried over to the 2022/2023 Legislative Session, APPROVED; adopted..” (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.
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“Motion by Councilor Doucette, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of following Boards, Commissions and Committees, FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Doucette)
Refer to the Legal Department: Following CLAIMS
Motion by Councilor Doucette, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the following CLAIMS, referred to the LEGAL DEPARTMENT; adopted.
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“Motion by Councilor Doucette, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the following CLAIMS, referred to the LEGAL DEPARTMENT; adopted..” (Motion: Doucette)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
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“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”
Approve with conditions: Petition from Massachusetts Electric and Verizon New England, to install two new Poles P6-51 and P6-5 on Bartlett Street
Motion by Councilor Landers, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Petition from Massachusetts Electric and Verizon New England, to install two new Poles P6-51 and P6-5 on Bartlett Street, APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
“Motion by Councilor Landers, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Petition from Massachusetts Electric and Verizon New England, to install two new Poles P6-51 and P6-5 on Bartlett Street, APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS; adopted..” (Motion: Landers)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
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“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”
Advertise: At a regular meeting of the City Council held on Monday, DECEMBER 20, 2021, the following Proposed Amendment to the Code of the City of...
Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: At a regular meeting of the City Council held on Monday, DECEMBER 20, 2021, the following Proposed Amendment to the Code of the City of Marlborough, Chapter 608 “Water” §11 “Entrance Fees” and Chapter 510 “Sewer” §4 “Building Sewer Connections” to adjust both water and sewer entrance fees based on significant demand on the system as submitted by the Mayor, having been read was ORDERED ADVERTISED; 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.
“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: At a regular meeting of the City Council held on Monday, DECEMBER 20, 2021, the following Proposed Amendment to the Code of the City of Marlborough, Chapter 608 “Water” §11 “Entrance Fees” and Chapter 510 “Sewer” §4 “Building Sewer Connections” to adjust both water and sewer entrance fees based on significant demand on the system as submitted by the Mayor, having been read was ORDERED ADVERTISED; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
The minutes record the result only (“granted.”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”
Approve: Mayor and City Auditor submit for City Council approval, the establishment of a new Stabilization Account, titled “West Side Fire Station...
Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Mayor and City Auditor submit for City Council approval, the establishment of a new Stabilization Account, titled “West Side Fire Station Stabilization Account”, and it is further ORDERED, that the Mayor submit a transfer request in the amount of $1,422,500.00 from the Undesignated Fund to the new “West Side Fire Station Stabilization account, APPROVED; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Mayor and City Auditor submit for City Council approval, the establishment of a new Stabilization Account, titled “West Side Fire Station Stabilization Account”, and it is further ORDERED, that the Mayor submit a transfer request in the amount of $1,422,500.00 from the Undesignated Fund to the new “West Side Fire Station Stabilization account, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)
Approve: Proposed order to authorize the purchase of 100 Locke Drive for the purpose of building a new Fire Station, is carried over to the...
Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Proposed order to authorize the purchase of 100 Locke Drive for the purpose of building a new Fire Station, is carried over to the 2022/2023 Legislative Session, APPROVED; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Proposed order to authorize the purchase of 100 Locke Drive for the purpose of building a new Fire Station, is carried over to the 2022/2023 Legislative Session, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)
Approve: Proposed Amended Transfer Request relative to the acquisition of 100 Locke Drive for a new Fire Station clarifying the funding sources...
Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Proposed Amended Transfer Request relative to the acquisition of 100 Locke Drive for a new Fire Station clarifying the funding sources, is carried over to the 2022/2023 Legislative Session, APPROVED; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Proposed Amended Transfer Request relative to the acquisition of 100 Locke Drive for a new Fire Station clarifying the funding sources, is carried over to the 2022/2023 Legislative Session, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)
Approve: Petition from William Camuso on behalf of Camuso Enterprises, LLC, to operate a gas station (Shell Station) at 431 Lincoln Street on a...
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Petition from William Camuso on behalf of Camuso Enterprises, LLC, to operate a gas station (Shell Station) at 431 Lincoln Street on a 24-hour basis pursuant to Chapter 342 of the Code of the City of Marlborough, is carried over to the 2022/2023 Legislative Session, APPROVED; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Petition from William Camuso on behalf of Camuso Enterprises, LLC, to operate a gas station (Shell Station) at 431 Lincoln Street on a 24-hour basis pursuant to Chapter 342 of the Code of the City of Marlborough, is carried over to the 2022/2023 Legislative Session, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Robey)
Approve: Communication from the Mayor, re: Proposed Zoning Amendment to the Code of the City of Marlborough, Chapter 650 “Zoning” §17, §18 and §32...
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Proposed Zoning Amendment to the Code of the City of Marlborough, Chapter 650 “Zoning” §17, §18 and §32 relative to the regulation of marijuana uses incorporating recent regulatory amendments by the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC), is carried over to the 2022/2023 Legislative Session, APPROVED; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Proposed Zoning Amendment to the Code of the City of Marlborough, Chapter 650 “Zoning” §17, §18 and §32 relative to the regulation of marijuana uses incorporating recent regulatory amendments by the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC), is carried over to the 2022/2023 Legislative Session, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Robey)
Adjourn
Motion by Councilor Robey, 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 8:51 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.
“Motion by Councilor Robey, 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 8:51 PM; adopted..” (Motion: Robey)
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