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June 24, 2024
37 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The attendance table marks Robb Stewart absent.
Present: Cal Finocchiaro, Mark Garipay, Ward Hamilton, Maya Jamaleddine, Manjula Karamcheti, John Obremski, Devin Romanul, Kimberly Vandiver, Ryan Williams, Leila Migliorelli
Absent: Robb Stewart
Every vote, in order
Reading of the Minutes
Accept the minutes of the regular meeting of June 3, 2024
RESULT: ACCEPTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Leila Migliorelli, At-Large AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: ACCEPTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Leila Migliorelli, At-Large AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Migliorelli)
Public Comment
Open public comment
President Migliorelli moves to open public comment, no objection.
The minutes say “no objection” with no count or names.
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“President Migliorelli moves to open public comment, no objection..” (Motion: Migliorelli)
President Migliorelli moves to open public comment, no objection. Motion carries.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Leila Migliorelli, At-Large AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Migliorelli)
New Business
Recess By unanimous consent President Migliorelli moves for a brief recess to determine public hearing date — Filings by members of the Honorable City Council
Motion: Recess By unanimous consent President Migliorelli moves for a brief recess to determine public hearing date, no objection. Motion carries.
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“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Leila Migliorelli, At-Large AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Migliorelli)
Immediate Consideration — Petition of National Grid for grant of location to construct line of underground electrical conduit - intersection of Main St. & Emerson St. Plan #30885503
Motion: Immediate Consideration By: Councilor Garipay - No Objection
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“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Mark Garipay, Ward 4 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Garipay)
Set a Public Hearing for PET 2024-5 — Petition of National Grid for grant of location to construct line of underground electrical conduit - intersection of Main St. & Emerson St. Plan #30885503
Motion: Set a Public Hearing for PET 2024-5 at 8:00 p.m. By: Councilor Garipay,
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Mark Garipay, Ward 4 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Garipay)
Unfinished Business
Reappointment of Paul Fahey, 64 Linwood Avenue, to the Melrose Public Library Board of Library Trustees
RESULT: APPOINTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Manjula Karamcheti, Ward 1 SECONDER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPOINTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Manjula Karamcheti, Ward 1 SECONDER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Karamcheti, second: Jamaleddine)
Appointment of Kelly Broderick, 22 Burrell Street, to the Park Commission
RESULT: APPOINTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: John Obremski, Ward 2 SECONDER: Mark Garipay, Ward 4 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPOINTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: John Obremski, Ward 2 SECONDER: Mark Garipay, Ward 4 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Obremski, second: Garipay)
Reappointment of John Mercer, 62 East Street, to Park Commission
RESULT: APPOINTED [8 TO 2] MOVER: John Obremski, Ward 2 SECONDER: Ward Hamilton, At-Large AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver NAYS: Ryan Williams, Leila Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
Yes: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, VandiverNo: Migliorelli, Williams
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPOINTED [8 TO 2] MOVER: John Obremski, Ward 2 SECONDER: Ward Hamilton, At-Large AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver NAYS: Ryan Williams, Leila Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Obremski, second: Hamilton)
Appointment of Kerriann Golden to the position of CFO / City Auditor
RESULT: APPOINTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Kimberly Vandiver, Ward 5 SECONDER: Mark Garipay, Ward 4 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPOINTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Kimberly Vandiver, Ward 5 SECONDER: Mark Garipay, Ward 4 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Vandiver, second: Garipay)
Appointment of Thomas Smulligan as IT Director
RESULT: APPOINTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPOINTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Jamaleddine, second: Finocchiaro)
Reappointment of Anne DeSouza-Ward, 69 Florence Street, to the Planning Board for a five-year term; said term to expire on the last day of February 2029
RESULT: APPOINTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPOINTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Jamaleddine, second: Finocchiaro)
Reappointment of Paul Moore, 35 Laurel Street, to the Conservation Commission for a three year term; said term to expire the last day of February 2027
RESULT: APPOINTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: John Obremski, Ward 2 SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPOINTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: John Obremski, Ward 2 SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Obremski, second: Finocchiaro)
Reappointment of Forrest Tiedeman, 50 Orris Street, to the Conservation Commission
RESULT: APPOINTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: John Obremski, Ward 2 SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPOINTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: John Obremski, Ward 2 SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Obremski, second: Finocchiaro)
Reappointment of Nancy Kukura, 79 Mt. Vernon Street, to the Library Board of Trustees for a three year term; said term to expire on the last day of February 2027
RESULT: APPOINTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Manjula Karamcheti, Ward 1 SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPOINTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Manjula Karamcheti, Ward 1 SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Karamcheti, second: Finocchiaro)
Appointment of Lizzy Barr, 12 Mt. Vernon Street, to the Human Rights Commission
RESULT: APPOINTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Manjula Karamcheti, Ward 1 SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPOINTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Manjula Karamcheti, Ward 1 SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Karamcheti, second: Finocchiaro)
An Appropriation from Free Cash in the amount of $10,000, to the Human Resources Department, for ADA Needs
RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Jamaleddine, second: Finocchiaro)
Requesting an appropriation from Free Cash in the amount of $80,000 (Eighty Thousand Dollars) to Public Works Accounts (#422) as set forth herein and for the Laurel/Burnett FEMA Project City Match
RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Manjula Karamcheti, Ward 1 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Manjula Karamcheti, Ward 1 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Jamaleddine, second: Karamcheti)
An Appropriation from Free Cash in the amount of $20,000 to the Planning Department (011752-529026) for FY 25 Messina Grant Funding
RESULT: PASSED AS AMENDED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED AS AMENDED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Jamaleddine, second: Finocchiaro)
Requesting an Appropriation from Free Cash in the amount of $75,000.00 (Seventy Five Thousand Dollars) to Parks Capital Projects(475) - Conant Playground
RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Jamaleddine, second: Finocchiaro)
An appropriation from Free Cash in the amount of $17,600 to DPW admin (#401) for the purchase of meter reading software
RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Devin Romanul, Ward 7 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Devin Romanul, Ward 7 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Jamaleddine, second: Romanul)
Requesting an appropriation from Free Cash in the amount of $40,000 (Forty Thousand Dollars) to Public Works Accounts (#422) as set forth herein and for sidewalk replacements at various locations...
RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Manjula Karamcheti, Ward 1 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Manjula Karamcheti, Ward 1 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Jamaleddine, second: Karamcheti)
Requesting an appropriation from Free Cash in the amount of $39,720 (Thirty Nine Thousand Seven Hundred Twenty Dollars) to Public Works Accounts (#475) as set forth herein and for tree planting...
RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Manjula Karamcheti, Ward 1 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Manjula Karamcheti, Ward 1 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Jamaleddine, second: Karamcheti)
Requesting an appropriation from Free Cash in the amount of $75,000 (Seventy Five Thousand Dollars) to Public Works Accounts (#402) as set forth herein and for Asbestos Remediation at Various City...
RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Jamaleddine, second: Finocchiaro)
An Appropriation from Ambulance Retained Earnings to the Ambulance budget in the amount of $375,000 this amount will be used to cover Overtime costs, professional services as well as any revenue...
RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Ryan Williams, At-Large AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Ryan Williams, At-Large AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Jamaleddine, second: Williams)
Requesting acceptance of a Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) to fund the City of Melrose Burnett and Laurel Streets...
RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Ryan Williams, At-Large AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Ryan Williams, At-Large AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Jamaleddine, second: Williams)
Application of Abdinasir M. Ahmed d/b/a Galmudug, Inc. for a Hackney Carriage License (1 taxi cab) at Essex Street Stand
RESULT: GRANTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Mark Garipay, Ward 4 SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: GRANTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Mark Garipay, Ward 4 SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Garipay, second: Finocchiaro)
Amend Melrose Revised Ordinances, Chapter 24, Article II - Fire Department, Sec. 24-32(E) - Emergency Rescue Vehicle, to increase fees for medical and emergency transport services for FY 25
RESULT: ADOPTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Manjula Karamcheti, Ward 1 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: ADOPTED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large SECONDER: Manjula Karamcheti, Ward 1 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Jamaleddine, second: Karamcheti)
Amending Chapter 228 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Melrose Water, Sewers, and Drains
RESULT: PASSED AS AMENDED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Ryan Williams, At-Large SECONDER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED AS AMENDED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Ryan Williams, At-Large SECONDER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Williams, second: Jamaleddine)
Amending Melrose Revised Ordinances Chapter 198: Section 198-2 Dumping, obstructing sidewalks; placement of refuse containers, and Section 198-3 Ashes and rubbish; yard waste; metal goods,...
RESULT: PASSED AS AMENDED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Ryan Williams, At-Large SECONDER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED AS AMENDED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Ryan Williams, At-Large SECONDER: Maya Jamaleddine, At-Large AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Williams, second: Jamaleddine)
Requesting the transfer of funds in the Library Department Budget in the amount of $20,000 from Salary and Wages to Books and Periodicals
RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Kimberly Vandiver, Ward 5 SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Kimberly Vandiver, Ward 5 SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Vandiver, second: Finocchiaro)
Requesting Transfer of Funds from Department of Public Works' Various Snow and Ice Accounts (#423) and Sanitation Account (#433) to Various Facilities Accounts(#402) For Payment of FY24 Utility Bills
RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Kimberly Vandiver, Ward 5 SECONDER: Devin Romanul, Ward 7 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Kimberly Vandiver, Ward 5 SECONDER: Devin Romanul, Ward 7 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Vandiver, second: Romanul)
A transfer from Health Insurance (#914) to Medicare (#916) in the amount of $50,000 to cover estimated additional costs in Medicare for Fiscal 2024
RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Kimberly Vandiver, Ward 5 SECONDER: Manjula Karamcheti, Ward 1 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Kimberly Vandiver, Ward 5 SECONDER: Manjula Karamcheti, Ward 1 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Vandiver, second: Karamcheti)
A transfer from Health Insurance (#914) to Police Overtime (#211) in the amount of $75,000 to cover estimated costs for Fiscal 2024
RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Kimberly Vandiver, Ward 5 SECONDER: Devin Romanul, Ward 7 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Kimberly Vandiver, Ward 5 SECONDER: Devin Romanul, Ward 7 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Vandiver, second: Romanul)
FY24 Memorial Hall transfer from salaries to utilities
RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Kimberly Vandiver, Ward 5 SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Kimberly Vandiver, Ward 5 SECONDER: Cal Finocchiaro, Ward 6 AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Vandiver, second: Finocchiaro)
Expiries - No Action Taken
Ought not to pass — An Appropriation from Capital Stabilization (#8405) in the amount of $30,000 (Thirty Thousand Dollars) to Inspectional Services (#241) for an emergency replacement of a...
Motion: Ought not to pass
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Mark Garipay, Ward 4 SECONDER: Ward Hamilton, At-Large AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Garipay, second: Hamilton)
Adjournment
Adjourn
President Migliorelli moves to adjourn, no objection. Motion carries. Meeting adjourned at 8:19 p.m.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PASSED [10 TO 0] MOVER: Leila Migliorelli, At-Large AYES: Finocchiaro, Garipay, Hamilton, Jamaleddine, Karamcheti, Obremski, Romanul, Vandiver, Williams, Migliorelli ABSENT: Robb Stewart.” (Motion: Migliorelli)
From the Melrose City Council’s official minutes (the Board of Aldermen’s until October 2019), posted on the city’s Agendas & Minutes page (its CivicClerk portal, City Council). We check every vote against the councilors present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Councilor photos: City of Melrose (cityofmelrose.org), from the official City Council page. Cal Finocchiaro: Melrose Weekly News. Former councilors show initials.
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