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June 22, 2017
235 recorded votes, 7 with disagreement.
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Present: Ian Abreu, Naomi R. A. Carney, Debora Coelho, Hugh Dunn, Brian K. Gomes, Steven Martins, Linda M. Morad, James D. Oliveira, Dana L. Rebeiro, Kerry M. Winterson
Absent: Joseph P. Lopes
Every vote, in order
Communication, Council President Lopes, to members of the City Council, informing that he will be absent for the City Council Meeting on Thursday June 22, 2017, due to a previously scheduled commitment.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1016).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order to accept MGL Chapter 32B, Sections 21 through 23 to provide the City with the tools necessary to implement changes to City Health Insurance benefits and to enable more effective collaboration with the Public Employee Committee.
Motion was made to Refer the matter to the Committee on Appointment and Briefings – FAILED
Yes: Abreu, Coelho, Morad, Oliveira, RebeiroNo: Carney, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Motion was made to Refer the matter to the Committee on Appointment and Briefings – FAILED – Yeas 5, Nays 5. (Councillors Carney, Dunn, Gomes, Martins and Winterson OPPOSED.) (Matter #1017).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1017).”
Ordered, that the City of New Bedford hereby accepts M.g.l. Chapter 32B, section 21, 22, and 23, pertaining to health insurance benefits.
Motion was made to Refer the matter to the Committee on Appointment and Briefings – FAILED
Yes: Abreu, Coelho, Morad, Oliveira, RebeiroNo: Carney, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Motion was made to Refer the matter to the Committee on Appointment and Briefings – FAILED – Yeas 5, Nays 5. (Councillors Carney, Dunn, Gomes, Martins and Winterson OPPOSED.) (Matter #1018).”
Motion was made for ADOPTION – FAILED
No: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Motion was made for ADOPTION – FAILED – Yeas 0, Nays 10. (Matter #1018).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that the City hereby waives its rights to an appraisal and to damages relating to the temporary easements shown as Te-10, TE23 on plan entitled Bicycle and Pedestrian Facility Upgrades for (District 5) New Bedford Facilities, and…
Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Oliveira, RebeiroNo: Martins, Morad, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings – Yeas 7, Nays 3. (Councillors Martins, Morad and Winterson OPPOSED.) (Matter #1019).”
An Order,
Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Oliveira, RebeiroNo: Martins, Morad, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings – Yeas 7, Nays 3. (Councillors Martins, Morad, and Winterson OPPOSED.) (Matter #1020).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order for the Transfer of $1,999,210.00 from Water, Capital Outlay, to Water, Other Charges.
Motion was made to Refer this matter to the Committee on Finance – FAILED
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, RebeiroNo: Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Motion was made to Refer this matter to the Committee on Finance – FAILED – Yeas 5, Nays 5. (Councillors Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira and Winterson OPPOSED.) (Matter #1021).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1021).”
Ordered, that the sum of One Million, Nine Hundred Ninety Nine Thousand, Two Hundred and Ten Dollars ($1,999,210) now standing to the credit of the account from Water Capital Outlay be and the same is hereby transferred and appropriated to as follows: Water Other…
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #1022).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order for the Transfer of $138,274.00 from Public Infrastructure, Capital Outlay, to Public Infrastructure, Other Charges.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1023).”
Ordered, that the sum of One Hundred Thirty Eight Thousand, Two Hundred Seventy Four Dollars ($138,274) now standing to the credit of the account from Public Infrastructure Capital Outlay be and the same is hereby transferred and appropriated to as follows: Public Infrastructure Other…
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #1024).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order for the Transfer of $73,644.00 from Public Infrastructure, Capital Outlay, to Public Infrastructure, Other Charges.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1025).”
Ordered, that the sum of Seventy Three Thousand, Six Hundred Forty Four Dollars ($73,644) now standing to the credit of the account from Public Infrastructure Capital Outlay be and the same is hereby transferred and appropriated to as follows: Public Infrastructure Other Charges…………………………………$73,644…
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #1026).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting Appointment of Maria A. Rosario, New Bedford, MA, to the Human Relations Commission, Ms. Rosario will be replacing Maria Mojica- Mosquea whose term has expired; this term will expire April 2019.
Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings. (Matter #1027).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting Reappointment of Craig Dixon, New Bedford, MA, to the Conservation Commission; this term will expire June 2020.
Rule 38 Waived and Reappointment Confirmed
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 38 Waived and Reappointment Confirmed – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #1028).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Reappointment of Jacob Gonsalves, New Bedford, MA, to the Conservation Commission; this term will expire June 2020.
Rule 38 Waived and Reappointment Confirmed
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 38 Waived and Reappointment Confirmed – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #1029).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Reappointment of Linda Ross, New Bedford, MA, to the Election Commission; this term will expire April 2021.
TABLED
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Reappointment of David Kennedy, New Bedford, MA, to the Redevelopment Authority; this term will expire July 2021.
TABLED
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Reappointment of Richard Simmons, New Bedford, MA, to the Traffic Commission; this term will expire December 2018.
Rule 38 Waived and Reappointment Confirmed
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 38 Waived and Reappointment Confirmed – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #1032).”
Report, Committee on Ordinances, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Ordinance, amending Chapter 15, Section 15-101 of the City Code pertaining to Wetland Protection.
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1033).”
An Ordinance,
Passed to a Second Reading
From the minutes
“Passed to a Second Reading. (Matter #0413).”
Report, Committee on Ordinance, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Ordinance, as amended Relative to Beekeeping. Recommendation Followed. (#1034) an Ordinance,
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinance
Passed to a Second Reading
From the minutes
“Passed to a Second Reading. (Matter #1035).”
Report, Committee on Appointments & Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval on the Application, Martha Perez, d/b/a Ebenezer Auto Tires & Mechanic Shop, for a Special Permit for Motor Vehicle Sales & Rentals and General Repairs at 1519 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA 02740.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments & Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1036).”
Special Permit, Martha Perez, d/b/a Ebenezer Auto Tires & Mechanic Shop, for a Special Permit for Motor Vehicle Sales & Rentals and General Repairs at 1519 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA 02740.
Special Permit Granted
From the minutes
“Special Permit Granted. (Matter #1037).”
Report, Committee on Appointments & Briefings, recommending to the City Council to take “No Further Action” on the Appointment of Manuel Debrito, Jr., New Bedford, MA, 02740, to the Election Commission; Mr. DeBrito will be replacing Celeste Paleologos whose term has expired; term will expire April…
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments & Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1038).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Appointment of Manuel Debrito, Jr., New Bedford, MA, 02740, to the Election Commission; Mr. DeBrito will be replacing Celeste Paleologos whose term has expired; term will expire April 2021. (Referred to the Committee on Appointments and…
NO FURTHER ACTION
Report, Committee on Appointments & Briefings, recommending to the City Council to take “No Further Action” on a Written Motion, Councillor Coelho, requesting, that a representative from the Department of Facilities and Fleet Management appear before the Committee on Appointments and Briefings to…
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments & Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1039).”
Written Motion, Councillor Coelho, requesting, that a representative from the Department of Facilities and Fleet Management appear before the Committee on Appointments and Briefings to update Committee members on the City’s residential and commercial waste collection schedule.
NO FURTHER ACTION
Report, Committee on Appointments & Briefings, recommending to the City Council to take “No Further Action” on a Written Motion, Councillor Lopes, requesting that the City of New Bedford and the Office of Labor Relations begin a discussion with the Human Rights Campaign (Hrc), so that the City of…
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments & Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1040).”
Written Motion, Councillor Lopes, requesting that the City of New Bedford and the Office of Labor Relations begin a discussion with the Human Rights Campaign (Hrc), so that the City of New Bedford can begin the Municipal Equality Index (Mei) process of self-submission, by which any City can submit…
NO FURTHER ACTION
Report, Committee on Appointments & Briefings, recommending to the City Council to take “No Further Action” on a Written Motion, Councillor Bousquet, requesting that the Health Director Dr. Brenda Weis, appear before the Committee on Appointments and Briefings to provide the Committee with an…
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments & Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1041).”
Written Motion, Councillor Bousquet, requesting that the Health Director Dr. Brenda Weis, appear before the Committee on Appointments and Briefings to provide the Committee with an update on the Hoarding Task Force activities. Rule 42 Waived – Yeas 8, Nays 1. (Councillor Lopes Opposed.)
NO FURTHER ACTION
Report, Committee on Appointments & Briefings, recommending to the City Council to take “No Further Action” on a Written Motion, Councillor Gomes, requesting, that the City revitalize the park located on the Southwest corner of Hillman Street and Ash Street, refurbishing the basketball court,…
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments & Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1042).”
Written Motion, Councillor Gomes, requesting, that the City revitalize the park located on the Southwest corner of Hillman Street and Ash Street, refurbishing the basketball court, installing new hoops and backboards, new swings, a fun slide, park benches, fencing, lighting, trees, and of course,…
NO FURTHER ACTION
An Ordinance, amending Chapter 10 Finance, Taxation; Property by adding Section 10-47 Departmental Revolving Funds. (Passed to a Second Reading – May 23, 2017.)
Passed to be Ordained
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Passed to be Ordained – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0496).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Purchasing Department known as the Purchasing Revolving, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be…
TABLED
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0894).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0894).”
Ordered, that in accordance with the Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E 1/2, the revolving fund under the control of the Purchasing Department known as the Purchasing Revolving, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at $200,000.00 is hereby authorized for…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0895).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0895).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund known as the Tangible Supply Disposition Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at $25,000.00…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0896).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0896).”
Ordered, that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund known as the Tangible Supply Disposition Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at $25,000.00 is hereby authorized for Fiscal Year 2018
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0897).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0897).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Tourism Department known as the Tourism Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent…
Received from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Received from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0898).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0898).”
Ordered, that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E1/2, the revolving fund under the control of the Tourism Department known as the Tourism Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at $20,000.00 is hereby authorized for Fiscal…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0899).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0899).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Library Department, known as Library Equipment Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0900).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File . (Matter #0900).”
Ordered, that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Library Department, known as Library Equipment Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at $20,000.00, is hereby authorized for Fiscal Year 2018.
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0901).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0901).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Mis Department known as the Southeastern Regional Police Revolving, whose revenues collected and amount limited…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0902).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0902).”
Ordered, that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Mis Department known as the Southeastern Regional Police Revolving, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at $17,000.00, is hereby authorized…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0903).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0903).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the School Department known as the Food Service Concession, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0904).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0904).”
Ordered, that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the School Department known as the Food Service Concession, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at $5,000.00, is hereby authorized for Fiscal…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0905).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0905).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Fire Department known as the Community Training Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0906).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0906).”
Ordered, that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Fire Department known as the Community Training Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at $5,000.00, is hereby authorized for Fiscal Year…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0907).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0907).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Clerk of Committees Department, known as the Council Special Permit Revolving, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0908).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0908).”
Ordered, that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Clerk of Committees Department, known as the Council Special Permit Revolving, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at $5,000.00, is hereby authorized for Fiscal…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0909).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0909).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Community Services Department, known as Senior Travel Agency Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0910).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0910).”
Ordered, that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Community Services Department, known as Senior Travel Agency Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at $120,000.00, is hereby authorized for Fiscal…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0911).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0911).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Community Services Department known as the Adult Social Day Program Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0912).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0912).”
Ordered, that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Community Services Department known as the Adult Social Day Program Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at $30,000.00 is…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0913).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0913).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Community Services Department, known as Senior Transportation Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0914).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0914).”
Ordered, that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Community Services Department, known as Senior Transportation Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at $12,000.00, is hereby authorized for Fiscal Year 2018.
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0915).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0915).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Community Services Department, known as Senior Activities Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0916).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0916).”
Ordered, that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Community Services Department, known as Senior Activities Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at $5,000.00, is hereby authorized for Fiscal Year 2018.
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0917).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0917).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Recreation and Parks Department known as Supportive Recreation Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected and…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0918).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0918).”
Ordered, that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Recreation and Parks Department known as Supportive Recreation Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at $79,000.00, is hereby…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0919).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0919).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Recreation and Parks Department known as the Fort Taber Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected and amount…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0920).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0920).”
Ordered, that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Recreation and Parks Department known as the Fort Taber Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at $75,000.00 is hereby…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0921).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0921).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Planning and Community Development Department known as the Zoning Board of Appeals Revolving, whose revenues…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0922).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0922).”
Ordered, that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Planning and Community Development Department known as the Zoning Board of Appeals Revolving, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0923).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0923).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Department of Facilities and Fleet Management, known as Quest Center Revolving whose revenues collected and…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0924).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0924).”
Ordered, that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Department of Facilities and Fleet Management, known as Quest Center Revolving whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at $137,565.00, is hereby…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0925).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0925).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Inspectional Services Department known as the Vacant Building Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected and…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0926).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0926).”
Ordered, that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Inspectional Services Department known as the Vacant Building Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at $477,965.00, is hereby…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0927).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0927).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Inspectional Services Department known as the Demolition Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected and amount…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0928).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0928).”
Ordered, that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Inspectional Services Department known as the Demolition Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at $23,816.00 is hereby…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0929).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0929).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Department of Public Infrastructure, known as New Bedford Railyard & Rail Crossing Revolving Fund, whose…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0930).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0930).”
Ordered, that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Department of Public Infrastructure, known as New Bedford Railyard & Rail Crossing Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent are estimated…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0932).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0932).”
Ordered, that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E½, the revolving fund under the control of the Department of Public Infrastructure known as the New Bedford Energy Now Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected and amount limited to be spent estimated at $21,256.00 is…
Removed from the Table – All Ayes
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table – All Ayes. (Matter #0933).”
An Ordinance, amending Chapter 2 Relative to Members of Boards and Commissions.
Passed, to be Ordained
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Passed, to be Ordained – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0611).”
Written Motion, Councillor Winterson, requesting, that the Department of Parks, Recreation and Beaches install “No Littering” signage at Harrington Park, located at Tremont and Court Streets, with the appropriate additional wording, if necessary, due to the increase in garbage thrown on the grass,…
Adopted
Related Motion, Councillor Carney requested that the Department of Public Infrastructure post “No Smoking” signs at all corner parks and public playgrounds.
Referred to the Department of Public Infrastructure
From the minutes
“Referred to the Department of Public Infrastructure. (Matter #1044).”
Written Motion, Councillors Winterson, Abreu, Dunn, Council President Lopes, Councillors Martins and Coelho, requesting, that the Police Department increase patrols in the area of Chancery and Arnold Streets, due to the increase in loitering, graffiti and loud noise coming from the street,…
Referred to the Police Department
From the minutes
“Referred to the Police Department. (Matter #1045).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to City Council, on behalf of Karen Maciulewicz, 128 Chipaway Road, East Freetown, MA 02717 d/b/a Project Independence Services, INC., 250 Elm Street, New Bedford, MA 02740, hereby submitting a copy of the Application requesting a Renewal of a…
Livery License Renewal Granted
From the minutes
“Livery License Renewal Granted. (Matter #1046).”
Communication, Board of Assessors’ Motion, Board of Assessors, to City Council, submitting Motion passed 3-0, at its open meeting on June 06, 2017, and requesting that the City Council Adopt, and the Mayor Approve the Three Orders relating to the Consumer Price Index, as determined by the…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1047).”
Ordered, that, the exemption granted to persons qualifying under M.g.l. Chapter 59, Section 5, Clause 17, 17C, 17C½ and 17D is hereby increased by 1.48% for Fiscal Year 2018; said increase is equal to the Consumer Price Index.
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, RebeiroAbsent: Lopes, Winterson
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Winterson not present for vote.) (Matter #1048).”
Ordered, That pursuant to M.g.l. Chapter 59, Section 5, Clause 17E, the total value of assets, as set forth in M.g.l. Chapter 59, Section 5, Clause 17, 17C, 17C½ and 17D is hereby increased by 1.48% for Fiscal Year 2018; said increase is equal to the Consumer Price Index.
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, RebeiroAbsent: Lopes, Winterson
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Winterson not present for vote.) (Matter #1049).”
Ordered, That the base limit of income and the total value of assets of persons, qualifying under M.g.l. Chapter 59, Section 5, Clause 41, 41B, and 41C is hereby increased by 1.48% for Fiscal Year 2018; said increase is equal to the Consumer Price Index. Adopted – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor…
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, RebeiroAbsent: Lopes, Winterson
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Winterson not present for vote.) (Matter #1050).”
Communication, DPI Commissioner Zeb Arruda, to City Council, submitting Recommendation of Acceptance, for the Layout and Acceptance of Tarkiln Place, variable width from STA. 0+00 at the existing terminus of Tarkiln Place 1,381.80ft northerly to terminus at STA. 13=81.80 at Mate Drive; reporting…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1052).”
Communication, DPI Commissioner Zeb Arruda, to City Council, submitting Award of Damages, for the Layout and Acceptance of Tarkiln Place, variable width from STA. 0+00 at the existing terminus of Tarkiln Place 1,381.80ft northerly to terminus at STA. 13=81.80 at Mate Drive, there is No Damages…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1053).”
Communication, DPI Commissioner Zeb Arruda, to City Council, submitting Metes and Bounds for the Layout and Acceptance of Tarkiln Place, variable width from STA. 0+00 at the existing terminus of Tarkiln Place 1,381.80ft northerly to terminus at STA. 13=81.80 at Mate Drive. (Map Included.)
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1054).”
An Order, for Hearing on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at 7:00 P.m. in City Council Chambers, City Hall, for acceptance of proposed Tarkiln Place, variable width from STA. 0+00 at the existing terminus of Tarkiln Place 1,381.80ft northerly to terminus at STA. 13=81.80 at Mate Drive. Whereas, This City…
Adopted
Ordered, that the City Solicitor be and is hereby requested to prepare an Order for the layout and acceptance of contemplated Tarkiln Place, variable width from STA. 0+00 at the existing terminus of Tarkiln Place 1,381.80ft northerly to terminus at STA. 13=81.80 at Mate Drive.
Hearing on said matter has been ordered for THURSDAY, JULY 19, 2017, at 7:00 p.m., in City Council Chambers, in City Hall
From the minutes
“Hearing on said matter has been ordered for THURSDAY, JULY 19, 2017, at 7:00 p.m., in City Council Chambers, in City Hall. (Matter #1056).”
Adopted
Communication, DPI Commissioner Zeb Arruda, to City Council, submitting Recommendation of Acceptance, for the Layout and Acceptance of Mate Drive, 40 feet wide, from STA. 0+29.74 at Tarkiln Place 1,451.15 ft. northerly to terminus at STA. 14+80.89; reporting that owner, Lee Castignetti, Jr.,…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1057).”
Communication, DPI Commissioner Zeb Arruda, to City Council, submitting Request to Take Land, for the Layout and Acceptance of Mate Drive, 40 feet wide, from STA. 0+29.74 at Tarkiln Place 1,451.15 ft. northerly to terminus at STA. 14+80.89, it becomes necessary to take an easement or fee for…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1058).”
Communication, DPI Commissioner Zeb Arruda, to City Council, submitting Award of Damages, for the Layout and Acceptance of Mate Drive, 40 feet wide, from STA. 0+29.74 at Tarkiln Place 1,451.15 ft. northerly to terminus at STA. 14+80.89, there is No Damages Payable to the owner (Lee Castignetti,…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1059).”
Communication, DPI Commissioner Zeb Arruda, to City Council, submitting Metes and Bounds for the Layout and Acceptance of Mate Drive, 40 feet wide, from STA. 0+29.74 at Tarkiln Place 1,451.15 ft. northerly to terminus at STA. 14+80.89 (Map Included.)
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1060).”
An Order, for Hearing on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at 7:00 P.m. in City Council Chambers, City Hall, for acceptance of proposed Mate Drive, 40 feet wide, from STA. 0+29.74 at Tarkiln Place 1,451.15 ft. northerly to terminus at STA. 14+80.89. Whereas, This City Council has received a request from Lee…
Adopted
Ordered, that the City Solicitor be and is hereby requested to prepare an Order for the layout and acceptance of contemplated Matte Drive, 40 feet wide, from STA. 0+29.74 at Tarkiln Place 1,451.15ft northerly to terminus at STA. 14+80.89.
Hearing on said matter has been ordered for THURSDAY, JULY 20, 2017, at 7:00 p.m., in City Council Chambers, City Hall
From the minutes
“Hearing on said matter has been ordered for THURSDAY, JULY 20, 2017, at 7:00 p.m., in City Council Chambers, City Hall. (Matter #1062).”
Adopted
Communication, DPI Commissioner Zeb Arruda, to City Council, submitting Recommendation of Acceptance, for the Layout and Acceptance of Whalers Woods Boulevard, 40 feet wide, from STA. 0+31.27 at Church Street 364.21 ft. westerly to terminus at STA. 3+95.48; reporting that owner, Lee Castignetti,…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1063).”
Communication, DPI Commissioner Zeb Arruda, to City Council, submitting Request to Take Land, for the Layout and Acceptance of Whalers Woods Boulevard, 40 feet wide, from STA. 0+31.27 at Church Street 364.21 ft. westerly to terminus at STA. 3+95.48, it becomes necessary to take an easement or fee…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1064).”
Communication, DPI Commissioner Zeb Arruda, to City Council, submitting Award of Damages, for the Layout and Acceptance of Whalers Woods Boulevard, 40 feet wide, from STA. 0+31.27 at Church Street 364.21 ft. westerly to terminus at STA. 3+95.48, there is No Damages Payable to the owner (Lee…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1065).”
Communication, DPI Commissioner Zeb Arruda, to City Council, submitting Metes and Bounds for the Layout and Acceptance of Whalers Woods Boulevard, 40 feet wide, from STA. 0+31.27 at Church Street 364.21 ft. westerly to terminus at STA. 3+95.48. (Map Included.)
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1066).”
An Order, for Hearing on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at 7:00 P.m. in City Council Chambers, City Hall, for acceptance of proposed Whalers Woods Boulevard, 40 feet wide, from STA. 0+31.27 at Church Street 364.21 ft. westerly to terminus at STA. 3+95.48. Whereas, This City Council has received a request…
Adopted
Ordered, that the City Solicitor be and is hereby requested to prepare an Order for the layout and acceptance of contemplated proposed of Whalers Woods Boulevard, 40 feet wide, from STA. 0+31.27 at Church Street 364.21 ft. westerly to terminus at STA. 3+95.48. Hearing on said matter has been…
Adopted
Communication, DPI Commissioner Zeb Arruda, to City Council, submitting Recommendation of Acceptance, for the Layout and Acceptance of Schooner Court, 40 feet wide, from STA. 0+20 at Whalers Wood Boulevard 217.36 ft northerly to terminus at STA. 2+37.36; reporting that owner, Lee Castignetti, Jr.,…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1069).”
Communication, DPI Commissioner Zeb Arruda, to City Council, submitting Request to Take Land, for the Layout and Acceptance of Schooner Court, 40 feet wide, from STA. 0+20 at Whalers Wood Boulevard 217.36 ft northerly to terminus at STA. 2+37.36, it becomes necessary to take an easement or fee for…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1070).”
Communication, DPI Commissioner Zeb Arruda, to City Council, submitting Award of Damages, for the Layout and Acceptance of Schooner Court, 40 feet wide, from STA. 0+20 at Whalers Wood Boulevard 217.36 ft northerly to terminus at STA. 2+37.36, there is No Damages Payable to the owner (Lee…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1071).”
Communication, DPI Commissioner Zeb Arruda, to City Council, submitting Metes and Bounds for the Layout and Acceptance of Schooner Court, 40 feet wide, from STA. 0+20 at Whalers Wood Boulevard 217.36 ft northerly to terminus at STA. 2+37.36. (Map Included.)
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1072).”
An Order, for Hearing on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at 7:00 P.m. in City Council Chambers, City Hall, for acceptance of proposed Schooner Court, 40 feet wide, from STA. 0+20 at Whalers Wood Boulevard 217.36 ft northerly to terminus at STA. 2+37.36. Whereas, This City Council has received a request…
Adopted
Ordered, that the City Solicitor be and is hereby requested to prepare an Order for the layout and acceptance of contemplated proposed of Schooner Court, 40 feet wide, from STA. 0+20 at Whalers Wood Boulevard 217.36 ft northerly to terminus at STA. 2+37.36.
Hearing on said matter has been ordered for THURSDAY, JULY 20, 2017, at 7:00 p.m., in City Council Chambers, City Hall
From the minutes
“Hearing on said matter has been ordered for THURSDAY, JULY 20, 2017, at 7:00 p.m., in City Council Chambers, City Hall. (Matter #1074).”
Adopted
Communication/Email, Councillor Martins, submitting a Resolution on the Following Foundation Budget Review Commission Recommendations, also passed by the New Bedford School Committee on June 12, 2017.
Received and Placed in File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed in File. (Matter #1075).”
Resolution on Following Foundation Budget Review Commission Recommendations Whereas, The Constitution of the Commonwealth (1780) requires “it shall be the duty of Legislatures and magistrates, in all future periods of this Commonwealth, to cherish the interests of literature and the sciences…public…
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Dunn, Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Dunn not present for vote.) (Matter #1076).”
Communication, Councillor Morad, submitting a listing of the City of New Bedford’s Special Event Rentals and Services and a listing of fees charged to non-profit and for profit Organizations that hold a Special Event in the City of New Bedford. (To be Referred to the Committee on Appointments and…
Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings. (Matter #1077).”
Communication, New Bedford School Committee to Council President Lopes, notifying that the Committee voted unanimously to accept the provisions of Chapter 40A, Section 13E permitting the School District to establish a Special Education Reserve Fund.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1078).”
Communication, New Bedford School Committee to Council President Lopes, notifying that the Committee voted unanimously to waives its rights to an appraisal and to damages relating to temporary easements on a plan entitled “Bicycle and Pedestrian Facility Upgrades for (District 5) New Bedford…
Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings. (Matter #1079).”
Citation, Councillor Gomes, honoring Patricia Hachey, Rn, Southcoast Hospitals Group, in recognition of her forty-nine years of dedication and commitment to the healthcare of the citizens of the Greater New Bedford community and her more than fifteen years at St. Luke’s Hospital.
Adopted, to be presented at a later date
From the minutes
“Adopted, to be presented at a later date. (Matter #1080).”
Citation, Councillor Gomes, honoring Day of Portugal – 2017, in recognition of the celebration of the 20th Day of Portugal and for their commitment to our Portuguese traditions, culture and heritage.
Adopted, to be presented at a later date
From the minutes
“Adopted, to be presented at a later date. (Matter #1081).”
Citation, Councillor Gomes, honoring Carlos A. Pinhancos, President, Day of Portugal – 2017, in recognition of his years of dedication and commitment to the Day of Portugal and in celebration of the 20th Anniversary.
Adopted, to be presented at a later date
From the minutes
“Adopted, to be presented at a later date. (Matter #1082).”
Citation, Councillors Abreu, Dunn, Martins, Morad, Rebeiro and Winterson, honoring First Citizens’ Federal Credit Union, in recognition of the Ribbon Cutting celebration for the County Street branch location and with appreciation for their continued commitment to serving the banking needs of the…
Adopted, to be presented at a later date
From the minutes
“Adopted, to be presented at a later date. (Matter #1083).”
Citation, Councillor Gomes, honoring Sergeant Raul Espinal, New Bedford Police Department, in recognition of his appointment to Sergeant and his commitment to protect and serve the citizens of New Bedford.
Adopted, to be presented at a later date
From the minutes
“Adopted, to be presented at a later date. (Matter #1084).”
Citation, Councillor Gomes, honoring Lieutenant Nathaniel Rodriguez, New Bedford Police Department, in recognition of his appointment to Lieutenant and his commitment to protect and serve the citizens of New Bedford.
Adopted, to be presented at a later date
From the minutes
“Adopted, to be presented at a later date. (Matter #1085).”
Citation Councillor Gomes, honoring Captain Frank Correia, New Bedford Police Department, in recognition of his appointment to Captain and his commitment to protect and serve the citizens of New Bedford.
Adopted, to be presented at a later date
From the minutes
“Adopted, to be presented at a later date. (Matter #1086).”
Citation, Councillor Gomes, honoring Mr. & Mrs. Nathan and Elizabeth Mello, on the Celebration of their upcoming Wedding.
Adopted, to be presented at a later date
From the minutes
“Adopted, to be presented at a later date. (Matter #1087).”
Written Motion, Councillor Dunn, on behalf of area residents, requesting that the Traffic Commission consider the installation of a “Stop Sign” on the corner of Tradewind and Gardner Street, making this intersection Three-way Stop. (To be referred to the Traffic Commission.)
Referred to the Traffic Commission
From the minutes
“Referred to the Traffic Commission. (Matter #1088).”
Written Motion, Councillor Dunn, on behalf of area resident, requesting that the Traffic Commission consider the installation of a crosswalk across Mount Pleasant Street to Canterberry Street making this crossing safely navigable for pedestrians. (To be Referred to the Traffic Commission.)
Referred to the Traffic Commission
From the minutes
“Referred to the Traffic Commission. (Matter #1089).”
Written Motion, Councillor Gomes, requesting, that the City place trash receptacle barrels at every entrance to the Harbor Walk; and further, that a barrel be placed in the middle of each Harbor Walk path along with pooper scoop bag containers at all entrances, this action will keep the Harbor Walk…
Referred to the Department of Park's, Recreation and Beaches
From the minutes
“Referred to the Department of Park's, Recreation and Beaches. (Matter #1092).”
Written Motion, Council President Lopes, requesting, on behalf of Sun Mulitsports, that the following street(s) be Closed: Exiting Fort Taber at East Rodney French Boulevard, left onto Hudson Street, left onto Brock Avenue and an immediate right back to Hudson Street, then left onto Rodney French…
Permission Granted
Written Motion, Councillor Martins, requesting, on behalf of the Senhor Da Pedra Club and Feast Committee, that the following street(s) be Closed: Tinkham Street, from Madeira Avenue to Funchal Place (Hope Street); Webster Court, from Madeira Avenue to Funchal Place (Hope Street); on Thursday,…
Permission Granted
Written Motion, Councillor Rebeiro, requesting, on behalf of the Cape Verdean Recognition Week Committee, that the following street(s) be Closed: Pleasant Street, from Wing Street to Bedford Street; Wing Street, from Pleasant Street to South Sixth Street; Bedford Street, from Pleasant Street to…
Permission Granted
Written Motion, Councillors Gomes, Carney and Rebeiro, requesting, on behalf of Mr. John Silva, that the following street(s) be Closed: Acushnet Avenue, from Russell Street South to Bedford Street, on Saturday, July 01, 2017, from 9:00 A.m. to 8:00 P.m.; and further, that this area be closed as…
Permission Granted
Written Motion, Councillors Gomes, Carney and Rebeiro, on behalf of the Cape Verdean Recognition Day Committee, requesting that the following street(s) be Closed, due to the Recognition Day Parade: Union Street, from Rockdale Avenue to County Street, Right on County Street, Left to Spring Street;…
Permission Granted
Written Motion, Councillors Gomes, Carney and Rebeiro, requesting, on behalf of the Bisca Club, that the following street(s) be Closed: Wing Street, from Purchase Street to Acushnet Avenue, on Saturday, July 01, 2017, from 8:00 A.m. to 5:00 P.m., for the purpose of Cape Verdean Recognition Week…
Permission Granted
Written Motion, Councillors Gomes, Carney and Rebeiro, requesting, that the following street(s) be Closed: William Street, from Pleasant Street to North Sixth Street, on Monday, June 26, 2017, from 4:30 P.m. to 6:30 P.m., for the purpose of the Cape Verdean Flag Raising on City Hall Steps.…
Permission Granted
Written Motion, Councillor Rebeiro, requesting, on behalf of the Cape Verdean-American Veterans, that the following street(s) be Closed: Purchase Street, from Madison Street to School Street, on Saturday, July 01, 2017, from 11:00 A.m. to 11:00 P.m., for the purpose of A Block Party. Permission…
Permission Granted
Written Motion, Councillors Gomes, Carney and Rebeiro, requesting, on behalf of the Cape Verdean Recognition Committee, that the following street(s) be Closed: Madison Street, from Pleasant Street to Acushnet Avenue and Purchase Street, between Russell Street and School Street (In Front of Cape…
Permission Granted
Written Motion, Council President Lopes, requesting, that the following street(s) be Closed: Nina Street, from East Rodney French Boulevard to Seaview Terrace, to the West End of the intersection so traffic may not enter Seaview Terrace, on Tuesday, July 04, 2017, from 10:00 A.m., to 10:00 P.m.,…
Permission Granted
Written Motion, Councillor Rebeiro, requesting, that the following street(s) be Closed: Keene Street, from Liberty Street to Park Street, on Saturday, July 15, 2017, from 12:00 P.m. (Noon) to 10:00 P.m. for the purpose of the Keene Street Block Party. Permission Granted.
Permission Granted
Written Motion, Councillor Winterson, requesting, on behalf of Mr. Allen Decker, that the following street(s) be Closed: Arnold Place, from Arnold Street to Orchard Street, on Sunday, August 26, 2017, from 2:00 P.m. to 8:00 P.m., for the purpose of a Block Party. Permission Granted.
Permission Granted
Written Motion, Councillor Rebeiro, requesting, on behalf of the New Bedford Human Relations Commission, that the following street(s) be Closed: William Street, from North Sixth Street to Pleasant Street, (In Front of City Hall steps) on Thursday, June 29, 2017, from 5:00 P.m. to 6:30 P.m., for the…
Permission Granted
Written Motion, Councillor Rebeiro, requesting, on behalf of Joe Jesus, that the following street(s) be Closed: Purchase Street, from William Street to Spring Street; Union Street, from Pleasant Street to Johnny Cake Hill/Bethel Street; Acushnet Avenue, from William Street to Spring Street and…
Permission Granted
Minutes, Board of Assessors, submitting Minutes of a meeting held on June 06, 2017.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1107).”
Minutes, Planning Board, submitting Minutes of a meeting held on May 10, 2017.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1108).”
Minutes, Bristol County Phep Coalition, submitting Minutes of a meeting held on May 16, 2017.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1109).”
Minutes, Bristol County Phep Executive Board, submitting Minutes of a meeting held on May 21, 2017.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1110).”
Application, Cardoso Contracting, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 1014 Sterling Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 12, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1111).”
Application, Christopher Mendoza, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 279 Adelaide Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 14, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1112).”
Application, Cardoso Contracting, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 46 Bonney Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 14, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1113).”
Application, Christopher Mendoza, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 1228 Ashley Boulevard, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 14, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1114).”
Application, W.c. Smith & Son, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 334 Teresa Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 14, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1115).”
Application, Farland Corp., for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 38 South Sixth Street, (Howland House) corner of Madison Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 16, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1116).”
Application, Reis Asphalt, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 1254 Cardinal Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 19, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1117).”
Application, Reis Asphalt, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 620 Church Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 19, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1118).”
Application, Cardoso Contracting, Inc., for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 373 Cummington Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 19, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1119).”
Application, Early Contractors, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 279 – 289 MacArthur Drive, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 19, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1120).”
Application, W.c. Smith & Son, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 314 Hathaway Road, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 22, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1121).”
Application, Cardoso Contracting, to Disturb the Surface, of 1014 Sterling Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 12, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1122).”
Application, Christopher Mendoza, to Disturb the Surface, of 279 Adelaide Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 14, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1123).”
Application, Christopher Mendoza, to Disturb the Surface, of 46 Bonney Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 14, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1124).”
Application, Christopher Mendoza, to Disturb the Surface, of 1224 Ashley Boulevard, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 14, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1125).”
Application, W.c. Smith & Son, to Disturb the Surface, of 334 Teresa Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 14, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1126).”
Application, Farland Corp., to Disturb the Surface, of 38 South Sixth Street, (Howland House) corner of Madison Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 16, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1127).”
Application, Reis Asphalt, to Disturb the Surface, of 1254 Cardinal Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 19, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1128).”
Application, Reis Asphalt, to Disturb the Surface, of 620 Church Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 19, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1129).”
Application, Cardoso Contracting, Inc., to Disturb the Surface, of 373 Cummington Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 19, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1130).”
Application, Early Contractors, to Disturb the Surface, of 276 – 289 MacArthur Drive, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 19, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1131).”
Application, W.c. Smith & Son, to Disturb the Surface, of 314 Hathaway Road, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 22, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council.
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1132).”
Applications, Eversource Gas, to Disturb the Surface, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 19, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council as follows: 181 Shaw Street (#1133) 331 – 333 Dartmouth Street (#1134) Lot 5 Worcester Street (Next to #104) (#1135) Newton Street…
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified..”
Applications, Abc Disposal Service, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 13, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council as follows: 248 Belleville Road (#1137) 109 Carroll Street (#1138) 21 Heritage Court (#1139) 63 Vernon…
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified..”
Application, Hiller Disposal, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 16, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council as follows: 139 – 141 Union Street
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #1147).”
Applications, Frade’s Disposal Service, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on June 16, 2017, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council as follows: 28 Woodlawn Street (#1148) 61 Grant Street (#1149) 8 Woodlawn Street (#1150)
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified..”
Report, Committee on Finance, recommending to the City Council Adoption of an Order for the Transfer of $180,000.00 from Free Cash to General Government Unclassified – Reserve for Appropriation.
Recommended by the Committee on Finance
Rule 42 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Dunn, Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 42 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Dunn not present for vote.) (Matter #1151).”
Recommendation followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation followed. (Matter #1151).”
Ordered, that the sum of One Hundred Eighty Thousand Dollars ($180,000.00) now standing to the credit of the account from Free Cash be and the same is hereby transferred and appropriated to as follows: General Government Unclassified Reserve for Appropriation………….$180,000.00 To be certified and…
Rule 42 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Dunn, Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 42 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Dunn not present for vote.) (Matter #0590).”
ADOPTED – FAILED
Yes: Coelho, Dunn, OliveiraNo: Abreu, Carney, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“ADOPTED – FAILED – Yeas 3, Nays 7. (Councillors Coelho Dunn and Oliviera IN FAVOR.) (Matter #0590).”
Written Motion, Councillors Coelho, Abreu, Martins and Carney, requesting, that Police Chief Cordeiro be invited to the next Committee on Public Safety and Neighborhoods meeting to discuss recent gang activity.
Rule 42 – Waived
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Dunn, Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 42 – Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Dunn not present for vote.) (Matter #1152).”
Referred to the Committee on Public Safety and Neighborhoods
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Public Safety and Neighborhoods. (Matter #1152).”
Written Motion, Councillors Coelho, Abreu, Martins and Carney, requesting, that Police Chief Cordeiro address the increase in prostitution that has occurred during recent weeks. (To be Referred to Police Chief Cordeiro.)
Rule 42 – Waived
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Dunn, Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 42 – Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Dunn not present for vote.) (Matter #1153).”
Referred to Police Chief Cordeiro
From the minutes
“Referred to Police Chief Cordeiro. (Matter #1153).”
Written Motion, Councillors Coelho, Abreu, Martins and Carney, requesting, that the Police Department conduct extra patrols in the North End, in the areas of Coggeshall Street to Nash Road, circulating to Ashley Boulevard, and North Front Street and Belleville Avenue and the area around Monte’s…
Rule 42 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Dunn, Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 42 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Dunn not present for vote.) (Matter #1154).”
Referred to the Police Chief and Mayor
From the minutes
“Referred to the Police Chief and Mayor. (Matter #1154).”
Report, Committee on Finance, recommending to the City Council Adoption of an Order for the Transfer of $620,000.00 from Police Salaries and Wages in the amount of $550,000.00 and Facilities and Fleet Salaries and Wages in the amount of $70,000.00, to Fire Salaries and Wages
Recommended by the Committee on Finance
Rule 42 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Dunn, Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 42 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Dunn not present for vote.) (Matter #1155).”
Referred to the Police Chief and Mayor
From the minutes
“Referred to the Police Chief and Mayor. (Matter #1155).”
Ordered, that the sum of Six Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars ($620,000) now standing to the credit of the account from Police Salaries and Wages ($550,000) and Facilities and Fleet Salaries and Wages ($70,000) be and the same is hereby transferred and appropriated to as follows: Fire Salaries and…
Rule 42 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Dunn, Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 42 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Dunn not present for vote.) (Matter #0773).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes, Oliveira
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Oliviera not present for vote.) (Matter #0773).”
Report, Committee on Finance, recommending to the City Council Adoption of a Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, requesting, on behalf of the New Bedford School Committee, the renewal of a second one-year option on all New Bedford School bus contracts for authorization to ratify the…
Recommended by the Committee on Finance
Rule 42 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Dunn, Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 42 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Dunn not present for vote.) (Matter #1156).”
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1156).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, requesting on behalf of the New Bedford School Committee, the renewal of the second one-year option on all New Bedford School bus contracts of authorization to ratify the extension of said contracts.
Rule 42 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Dunn, Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 42 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Dunn not present for vote.) Renewal of bus Contracts – All Ayes. (Matter #0786).”
Report, Committee on Finance, recommending to the City Council Adoption of an Order that the City accept M.g.l. c.40, §13E, which authorizes a Special Education Reserve Fund to pay for unanticipated or unbudgeted costs for special education, out-of-district tuition or transportation.
Recommended by the Committee on Finance
Rule 42 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Dunn, Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 42 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Dunn not present for vote.) (Matter #1157).”
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1157).”
Ordered, that the City of New Bedford accept MGL c.40,§ 13E, which authorizes a Special Education Reserve Fund to pay for unanticipated or unbudgeted costs for special education, out-of-district tuition of transportation.
Rule 42 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Dunn, Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 42 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Dunn not present for vote.) (Matter #0869).”
Adopted
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order for the Transfer of $96,000.00 from General Government Unclassified, Charges & Services, to CFO, Salaries & Wages in the amount of $2,500.00; Treasurer, Salaries & Wages in the amount of $4,000.00; Personnel, Salaries & Wages in…
Rule 42 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Dunn, Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 42 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Dunn not present for vote.) (Matter #1158).”
NO FURTHER ACTION
An Order,
Rule 42 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Oliveira, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Dunn, Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 42 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Dunn not present for vote.) (Matter #1159).”
NO FURTHER ACTION
Communication/Demolition, New Bedford Historical Commission, to City Council, re: Building Demolition Review of a Pump House, Circa 1924, Ss Coggeshall Street, (Map 92-South of Jean Street), - advising that “ the structure is not located within a National Register Historic District; the structure…
Demolition Granted
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Coelho, Dunn, Gomes, Martins, Morad, Rebeiro, WintersonAbsent: Lopes, Oliveira
From the minutes
“Demolition Granted – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Oliviera not present for vote.) (Matter #1161).”
From the official minutes kept by the New Bedford City Clerk (agendas and minutes). The minutes are text documents; we read every action, check every roll-call count against the councilors named, and quote the exact wording. Most items pass by voice vote, and the minutes record only the result for those; how each councilor voted is shown only for roll calls. MassVoter never grades officials; votes and attendance are shown exactly as the minutes record them. Councilor photos: cropped from the City of New Bedford's official 2026 City Council photo (newbedford-ma.gov). The 2024–2025 group photo, and the photos of Maria E. Giesta and Linda M. Morad cropped from it: City of New Bedford, provided by the City Clerk.
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