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Marlborough City Council · 2022–2023 Council · Regular meeting

October 17, 2022

31 recorded votes, 31 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page

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Attendance

Present: Mark A. Oram, Michael H. Ossing, Samantha Perlman, Kathleen D. Robey, Laura J. Wagner, David Doucette, Christian Dumais, Teona C. Brown, John J. Irish, Sean A. Navin, Donald R. Landers

Absent: None

During the meeting:

  • Christian Dumais recused from the vote on: Refer to the Urban Affairs Committee & Advertise: Set MONDAY NOVEMBER 21, 2022, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC.

Every vote, in order

Accept and file: Minutes of the City Council meeting, October 3, 2022

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of the City Council meeting, October 3, 2022, FILE; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of the City Council meeting, October 3, 2022, FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)

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Suspend the rules

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.

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“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”

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Approve with conditions: Petition from Massachusetts Electric and Verizon New England, to install a new joint owned Pole (Pole 25-5) on Hayes...

Minutes, page 1

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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 a new joint owned Pole (Pole 25-5) on Hayes Memorial Drive beginning at a point approximately 350’ north/northwest of the centerline of the intersection of Nickerson Road for new commercial service, APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS; adopted.

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From the minutes

“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 a new joint owned Pole (Pole 25-5) on Hayes Memorial Drive beginning at a point approximately 350’ north/northwest of the centerline of the intersection of Nickerson Road for new commercial service, APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS; adopted..” (Motion: Landers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Close the public hearing: Petition of Verizon Wireless for the installation of a small cell wireless facility to be located on Pole #34 within the...

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

That the PUBLIC HEARING on the Petition of Verizon Wireless for the installation of a small cell wireless facility to be located on Pole #34 within the layout of the public way near 385 Farm Road, Order No. 22-1008695, all were heard who wish to be heard, hearing closed at 8:22 PM; adopted.

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From the minutes

“That the PUBLIC HEARING on the Petition of Verizon Wireless for the installation of a small cell wireless facility to be located on Pole #34 within the layout of the public way near 385 Farm Road, Order No. 22-1008695, all were heard who wish to be heard, hearing closed at 8:22 PM; adopted..”

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve: Tolling Agreement between Verizon Wireless (d/b/a Verizon) and the City of Marlborough to extend time limitations to February 23, 2023...

Minutes, page 2

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Landers, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That Tolling Agreement between Verizon Wireless (d/b/a Verizon) and the City of Marlborough to extend time limitations to February 23, 2023, for approval of a small cell wireless facility on Pole #34, 385 Farm Road, APPROVED; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Landers, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That Tolling Agreement between Verizon Wireless (d/b/a Verizon) and the City of Marlborough to extend time limitations to February 23, 2023, for approval of a small cell wireless facility on Pole #34, 385 Farm Road, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Landers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Accept and file: Communication from the Mayor, re: Certification of Free Cash in the amount of $7,507,831.00

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Certification of Free Cash in the amount of $7,507,831.00, FILE; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Certification of Free Cash in the amount of $7,507,831.00, FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve: Transfer Request in the amount of $750,783.10 which moves funds from Undesignated Fund (Free Cash) to OPEB Trust, pursuant to the...

Minutes, page 2

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Transfer Request in the amount of $750,783.10 which moves funds from Undesignated Fund (Free Cash) to OPEB Trust, pursuant to the financial policies of the city, APPROVED; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Transfer Request in the amount of $750,783.10 which moves funds from Undesignated Fund (Free Cash) to OPEB Trust, pursuant to the financial policies of the city, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve: Transfer Request in the amount of $750,783.10 which moves funds from Undesignated Fund (Free Cash) to Undesignated Stabilization...

Minutes, page 3

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Transfer Request in the amount of $750,783.10 which moves funds from Undesignated Fund (Free Cash) to Undesignated Stabilization, pursuant to the financial policies of the city, 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.

From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Transfer Request in the amount of $750,783.10 which moves funds from Undesignated Fund (Free Cash) to Undesignated Stabilization, pursuant to the financial policies of the city, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve: Grant Acceptance in the amount of $180,000.00 from a Legislative earmark awarded to the Public Facilities Department, to be used for the...

Minutes, page 3

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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 $180,000.00 from a Legislative earmark awarded to the Public Facilities Department, to be used for the repair of sprinklers at the Police Department and City Hall and garage door replacement at Fire Headquarters; adopted.

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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 $180,000.00 from a Legislative earmark awarded to the Public Facilities Department, to be used for the repair of sprinklers at the Police Department and City Hall and garage door replacement at Fire Headquarters; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve: Grant Acceptance in the amount of $15,910.00 from the US Department of Justice awarded to the Police Department, to be used for the...

Minutes, page 3

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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 $15,910.00 from the US Department of Justice awarded to the Police Department, to be used for the purchase of four (4) external defibrillators and related equipment, and Level IV rifle rated ballistic shield for active shooter events; adopted.

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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 $15,910.00 from the US Department of Justice awarded to the Police Department, to be used for the purchase of four (4) external defibrillators and related equipment, and Level IV rifle rated ballistic shield for active shooter events; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve: Grant Acceptance in the amount of $5,000.00 from Digital Federal Credit Union awarded to the Police Department, to be used for the MPD...

Minutes, page 3

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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 $5,000.00 from Digital Federal Credit Union awarded to the Police Department, to be used for the MPD Youth Academy and the Christmas Heroes for Helpers Program; adopted.

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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 $5,000.00 from Digital Federal Credit Union awarded to the Police Department, to be used for the MPD Youth Academy and the Christmas Heroes for Helpers Program; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Accept and file: Communication from City Clerk, Steven Kerrigan, re: State Election Call

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Navin, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from City Clerk, Steven Kerrigan, re: State Election Call, FILE; adopted.

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“Motion by Councilor Navin, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from City Clerk, Steven Kerrigan, re: State Election Call, FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Navin)

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Accept and file: Communication from ecoATM, re: Notice that they will not be renewing Junk Dealer/Secondhand Dealer License at 601 Donald Lynch...

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Landers, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from ecoATM, re: Notice that they will not be renewing Junk Dealer/Secondhand Dealer License at 601 Donald Lynch Boulevard, FILE; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Landers, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from ecoATM, re: Notice that they will not be renewing Junk Dealer/Secondhand Dealer License at 601 Donald Lynch Boulevard, FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Landers)

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Refer to the Urban Affairs Committee & Advertise: Set MONDAY NOVEMBER 21, 2022, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING, on the Application for Special...

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY NOVEMBER 21, 2022, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING, on the Application for Special Permit from Attorney Terrence Morris, on behalf of 272 Lincoln LLC, to build a 12-unit multi-family dwelling with accessory parking to be located at 272 Lincoln Street, referred to the URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE & ADVERTISE; adopted. Councilor Dumais Recused.

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“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY NOVEMBER 21, 2022, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING, on the Application for Special Permit from Attorney Terrence Morris, on behalf of 272 Lincoln LLC, to build a 12-unit multi-family dwelling with accessory parking to be located at 272 Lincoln Street, referred to the URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE & ADVERTISE; adopted. Councilor Dumais Recused..” (Motion: Robey)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Refer to the Public Services Committee & Advertise: Set MONDAY NOVEMBER 21, 2022, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING, on the Application for...

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Landers, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY NOVEMBER 21, 2022, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING, on the Application for Modification of Special Permit from Brian Martinelli on behalf of Dish Wireless, to install three (3) new antennas on the existing cell tower along with a 5x7 platform, at 860 Boston Post Road East, referred to the PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE & ADVERTISE; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Landers, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY NOVEMBER 21, 2022, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING, on the Application for Modification of Special Permit from Brian Martinelli on behalf of Dish Wireless, to install three (3) new antennas on the existing cell tower along with a 5x7 platform, at 860 Boston Post Road East, referred to the PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE & ADVERTISE; adopted..” (Motion: Landers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Refer to the Public Services Committee: Application for Renewal of Livery License, Eduard Zholudev, d/b/a Easy Airport Limo Services, 15 Indian Lane

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Landers, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Application for Renewal of Livery License, Eduard Zholudev, d/b/a Easy Airport Limo Services, 15 Indian Lane, referred to PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Landers, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Application for Renewal of Livery License, Eduard Zholudev, d/b/a Easy Airport Limo Services, 15 Indian Lane, referred to PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE; adopted..” (Motion: Landers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Accept and file: Communication from the Department of Public Utilities, re: Petition of Massachusetts Electric Company and Nantucket Electric...

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Brown, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Department of Public Utilities, re: Petition of Massachusetts Electric Company and Nantucket Electric Company d/b/a National Grid, for approval of an Alternative Basic Service Procurement Plan, FILE; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Brown, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Department of Public Utilities, re: Petition of Massachusetts Electric Company and Nantucket Electric Company d/b/a National Grid, for approval of an Alternative Basic Service Procurement Plan, FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Brown)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Accept and file: Minutes of following Boards, Commissions and Committees

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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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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..” (Motion: Doucette)

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Refer to the Legal Department: Following CLAIMS

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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)

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Suspend the rules

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.

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“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”

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Refer to the City Solicitor to Be Placed in Proper Legal Form for the Next City Council Meeting: Application for Modification of Special Permit...

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Application for Modification of Special Permit from Attorney Brian Falk on behalf of Vedi Naturals, LLC, d/b/a/ Kosa Dispensary, to amend condition #8 relative to the hours of operation for the adult use retail establishment located at 505 Boston Post Road West, referred to the CITY SOLICITOR TO BE PLACED IN PROPER LEGAL FORM FOR THE NEXT CITY COUNCIL MEETING; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Application for Modification of Special Permit from Attorney Brian Falk on behalf of Vedi Naturals, LLC, d/b/a/ Kosa Dispensary, to amend condition #8 relative to the hours of operation for the adult use retail establishment located at 505 Boston Post Road West, referred to the CITY SOLICITOR TO BE PLACED IN PROPER LEGAL FORM FOR THE NEXT CITY COUNCIL MEETING; adopted..” (Motion: Robey)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Ordinance amending Chapter 125 “Personnel”

Minutes, page 6

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Irsih, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MARLBOROUGH THAT THE CITY CODE OF THE CITY OF MARLBOROUGH, AS AMENDED, BE FURTHER AMENDED BY AMENDING CHAPTER 125, ENTITLED “PERSONNEL,” AS FOLLOWS: I. By adding to the salary schedule referenced in Section 125-6, the following: HEAD ELECTRICIAN (40 hours per week) HOURLY DAILY PERIOD ANNUAL STEP/LEVEL RATE RATE SALARY SALARY 00 $0 $0 $0 $0 01 $0 $0 $0 $0 02 $0 $0 $0 $0 03 $0 $0 $0 $0 04 $0 $0 $0 $0 05 $0 $0 $0 $0 06 $0 $0 $0 $0 07 $39.0788 $312.6299 $3,126.30 $81,283.77 II. This ordinance shall supersede and replace any existing rate for said position (if applicable) in the current salary schedule. APPROVED; adopted. First Reading, suspended; Second Reading, adopted; Passage to Enroll, adopted; Passage to Ordain; adopted. No objection to passage in one evening.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Irsih, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MARLBOROUGH THAT THE CITY CODE OF THE CITY OF MARLBOROUGH, AS AMENDED, BE FURTHER AMENDED BY AMENDING CHAPTER 125, ENTITLED “PERSONNEL,” AS FOLLOWS: I. By adding to the salary schedule referenced in Section 125-6, the following: HEAD ELECTRICIAN (40 hours per week) HOURLY DAILY PERIOD ANNUAL STEP/LEVEL RATE RATE SALARY SALARY 00 $0 $0 $0 $0 01 $0 $0 $0 $0 02 $0 $0 $0 $0 03 $0 $0 $0 $0 04 $0 $0 $0 $0 05 $0 $0 $0 $0 06 $0 $0 $0 $0 07 $39.0788 $312.6299 $3,126.30 $81,283.77 II. This ordinance shall supersede and replace any existing rate for said position (if applicable) in the current salary schedule. APPROVED; adopted. First Reading, suspended; Second Reading, adopted; Passage to Enroll, adopted; Passage to Ordain; adopted. No objection to passage in one evening..”

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Approve: Job Description pursuant to Chapter 125 “Personnel”, §5 “Preparation of Classification Descriptions” of the City Code, relative to the...

Minutes, page 6

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Job Description pursuant to Chapter 125 “Personnel”, §5 “Preparation of Classification Descriptions” of the City Code, relative to the position of Head Electrician, APPROVED; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Job Description pursuant to Chapter 125 “Personnel”, §5 “Preparation of Classification Descriptions” of the City Code, relative to the position of Head Electrician, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Refer to the City Solicitor to Be Placed in Proper Legal Form for the Next City Council Meeting: Proposed Amendment to the City Code, Chapter 125...

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Proposed Amendment to the City Code, Chapter 125 “Personnel”, §6 “Salary Schedule” and a Proposed Job Description pursuant to Chapter 125 “Personnel” §5 “Preparation of Classification Descriptions” to create a new position of Substance Use Prevention Coordinator and Intervention Specialist within the Health Department as submitted by the Mayor, referred to the CITY SOLICITOR TO BE PLACED IN PROPER LEGAL FORM FOR THE NEXT CITY COUNCIL MEETING; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Proposed Amendment to the City Code, Chapter 125 “Personnel”, §6 “Salary Schedule” and a Proposed Job Description pursuant to Chapter 125 “Personnel” §5 “Preparation of Classification Descriptions” to create a new position of Substance Use Prevention Coordinator and Intervention Specialist within the Health Department as submitted by the Mayor, referred to the CITY SOLICITOR TO BE PLACED IN PROPER LEGAL FORM FOR THE NEXT CITY COUNCIL MEETING; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)

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Approve: Appointment of David LaBossiere to the Disabilities Commission for a 3- year term to expire from date of Council confirmation

Minutes, page 6

Confirm appointmentPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Appointment of David LaBossiere to the Disabilities Commission for a 3- year term to expire from date of Council confirmation, APPROVED; adopted.

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“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Appointment of David LaBossiere to the Disabilities Commission for a 3- year term to expire from date of Council confirmation, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)

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Approve: Reappointment of Brendan Downey to the Historical Commission for a 3- year term to expire on March 25, 2025

Minutes, page 6

Confirm appointmentPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of Brendan Downey to the Historical Commission for a 3- year term to expire on March 25, 2025, APPROVED; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of Brendan Downey to the Historical Commission for a 3- year term to expire on March 25, 2025, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)

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Approve: Of Appointment of Stefanie Ferrecchia to the Historical Commission for a 3-year term from date of Council confirmation

Minutes, page 7

Confirm appointmentPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the of Appointment of Stefanie Ferrecchia to the Historical Commission for a 3-year term from date of Council confirmation, APPROVED; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the of Appointment of Stefanie Ferrecchia to the Historical Commission for a 3-year term from date of Council confirmation, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve: Of Kathleen Newton to the Historical Commission for a 3-year term from date of Council confirmation

Minutes, page 7

Confirm appointmentPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the of Kathleen Newton to the Historical Commission for a 3-year term from date of Council confirmation, APPROVED; adopted.

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“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the of Kathleen Newton to the Historical Commission for a 3-year term from date of Council confirmation, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)

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Approve: Of Kathy Faddoul to the Council on Aging for a 4-year term to expire on May 2, 2026

Minutes, page 7

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the of Kathy Faddoul to the Council on Aging for a 4-year term to expire on May 2, 2026, APPROVED; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the of Kathy Faddoul to the Council on Aging for a 4-year term to expire on May 2, 2026, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)

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Approve: Of Appointment of Judith Benedetto to the Council on Aging for a 4-year term to expire on May 5, 2025

Minutes, page 7

Confirm appointmentPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the of Appointment of Judith Benedetto to the Council on Aging for a 4-year term to expire on May 5, 2025, APPROVED; adopted.

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“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the of Appointment of Judith Benedetto to the Council on Aging for a 4-year term to expire on May 5, 2025, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)

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Adjourn

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Dumais, 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 8:45 PM; adopted.

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“Motion by Councilor Dumais, 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 8:45 PM; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)

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