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October 13, 2022
88 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Ian Abreu, Derek Baptiste, Shane A. Burgo, Naomi R. A. Carney, Maria E. Giesta, Brian K. Gomes, Scott J. Lima, William “Brad” Markey, Linda M. Morad, Ryan J. Pereira
Absent: Hugh Dunn
During the meeting:
- Baptiste arrived late ()
Every vote, in order
Communication, Councillor Dunn, to Members of the City Council, informing that he will be unable to attend the City Council Meeting on Thursday, October 13, 2022, due to a work conflict.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1625).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Appointment of Scott Gomes, to the position of District Fire Chief effective immediately.
Rule 38 and Rule 40 Waived and Appointment Confirmed
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, PereiraAbsent: Dunn
From the minutes
“Rule 38 and Rule 40 Waived and Appointment Confirmed – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #1626).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Ordinance Amending Section 19-7 of the Code of Ordinances: “Establishment of Unit C Classification and Salary Plan; Procedures for Advancement.”
Referred to the Committee on Ordinances
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Ordinances. (Matter #1627).”
An Ordinance,
Referred to the Committee on Ordinances
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Ordinances. (Matter #1628).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Councill, submitting a proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment and a proposed Order approving the New Bedford MacArthur Drive Redevelopment Plan.
Referred to the Committee on Ordinances and the Planning Board
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Ordinances and the Planning Board. (Matter #1629).”
An Order,
Referred to the Committee on Ordinances and the Planning Board
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Ordinances and the Planning Board. (Matter #1630).”
An Ordinance,
Referred to the Committee on Ordinances and the Planning Board
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Ordinances and the Planning Board. (Matter #1631).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order for the Appropriation of $407,000.00 from Ordinary Revenue and Municipal Receipts to Fire Salaries and Wages.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1632).”
Ordered, that the sum of Four Hundred and Seven Thousand Dollars ($407,000.00) now standing to the credit of the account from Ordinary Revenue and Municipal Receipts be and the same is hereby transferred and appropriated to as follows: Fire Salaries and Wages ……………………………………………..………$407,000.00 To be…
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, PereiraAbsent: Dunn
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #1633).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order for the Transfer of $203,000.00 from Employee Benefits Charges and Services to Fire Salaries and Wages.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1634).”
Ordered, that the sum of Two Hundred and Three Thousand Dollars ($203,000.00) now standing to the credit of the account from Employee Benefits Charges and Services be and the same is hereby transferred and appropriated to as follows: Fire Salaries and Wages ……………………………………………..………$203,000.00 To be…
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, PereiraAbsent: Dunn
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #1635).”
Related Motion, Councillor Morad, requesting, that the Interim CFO and/or Chief Kruger, New Bedford Fire Department, provide to the City Council a copy of the current contract.
Adopted
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Appointment of Juvenal Alves Neves, New Bedford, MA 02740 as a Constable.
Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings. (Matter #1637).”
An Application,
Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings. (Matter #1638).”
Report, Committee on Appointments & Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Application, Jose Elvin Pena, d/b/a M. J. Auto Sales, for a Special Permit for Motor Vehicle Sales and/or Rentals at 297 Belleville Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02746.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments & Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1639).”
Special Permit Application, Jose Elvin Pena, d/b/a M. J. Auto Sales, for a Special Permit for Motor Vehicle Sales and/or Rentals at 297 Belleville Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02746.
Special Permit Granted
From the minutes
“Special Permit Granted. (Matter #1640).”
Report, Committee on Appointments & Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Application, Patrick Moriarty, d/b/a M.b. Auto Service, Inc., for a Special Permit for Motor Vehicle Sales and/or Rentals and General Repairs at 75 Church Street, New Bedford, MA 02746.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments & Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1641).”
Special Permit Application, Patrick Moriarty, d/b/a M.b. Auto Service, Inc., for a Special Permit for Motor Vehicle Sales and/or Rentals and General Repairs at 75 Church Street, New Bedford, MA 02746.
Special Permit Granted
From the minutes
“Special Permit Granted. (Matter #1642).”
Report, Committee on Appointments & Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Application, Zainab Adesina, d/b/a Abba Auto Sales, for a Special Permit for Motor Vehicle Sales and/or Rentals at 306-310 Rivet Street (aka 227 Bonney Street), New Bedford, MA 02744.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments & Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1643).”
Special Permit Application, Zainab Adesina, d/b/a Abba Auto Sales, for a Special Permit for Motor Vehicle Sales and/or Rentals at 306-310 Rivet Street (aka 227 Bonney Street), New Bedford, MA 02744.
Special Permit Granted
From the minutes
“Special Permit Granted. (Matter #1644).”
Report, Committee on Appointments & Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Appointment of Reverend Michael S. Racine, New Bedford, MA to the Cemetery Board, replacing Jill M. Ussach, whose term has expired; this term will expire December 2024.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments & Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1645).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Appointment of Reverend Michael S. Racine, New Bedford, MA to the Cemetery Board, replacing Jill M. Ussach, whose term has expired; this term will expire December 2024.
Appointment Granted and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, PereiraAbsent: Dunn
From the minutes
“Appointment Granted and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #1368).”
Report, Committee on Appointments & Briefings, recommending the City Council Grant a Waiver of Residency to Paul Bryant, Boston, MA 02199, d/b/a Fall River Pawnbrokers/Fall River Financial MA, LLC, 268 Union Street, New Bedford, MA 02740, in accordance with Section 15-38 of the City Code, to obtain…
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments & Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1646).”
Petition, that the City Council grant a Waiver of Residency to Paul Bryant, Boston, MA 02199, d/b/a Fall River Pawnbrokers/Fall River Financial MA, LLC, 268 Union Street, New Bedford, MA 02740, in accordance with Section 15-38 of the City Code, to obtain a Pawnbroker’s License and License to Deal…
Waiver of Residency Granted
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, PereiraAbsent: Dunn
From the minutes
“Waiver of Residency Granted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #1247).”
Report, Committee on Appointments & Briefings, recommending the City Council Grant a Waiver of Residency to Paul Bryant, Boston, MA 02199, d/b/a Fall River Pawnbrokers/Fall River Financial MA, LLC, 1351 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02746, in accordance with Section 15-38 of the City Code, to…
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments & Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1647).”
Petition, that the City Council grant a Waiver of Residency to Paul Bryant, Boston, MA 02199, d/b/a Fall River Pawnbrokers/Fall River Financial MA, LLC, 1351 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02746, in accordance with Section 15-38 of the City Code, to obtain a Pawnbroker’s License and License to…
Waiver of Residency Granted
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, PereiraAbsent: Dunn
From the minutes
“Waiver of Residency Granted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #1248).”
Report, Committee on Appointments & Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval on behalf of Fritz G. Barthelemy, 800 Pleasant Street, Apt. 1105, New Bedford, MA 02740 d/b/a Tap Tap Medical Transportation, 303 Coggeshall Street, New Bedford, MA 02746, of the Application for a New Private…
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments & Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1648).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to the City Council Approval on behalf of Fritz G. Barthelemy, 800 Pleasant Street, Apt. 1105, New Bedford, MA 02740 d/b/a Tap Tap Medical Transportation, 303 Coggeshall Street, New Bedford, MA 02746, of the Application for a New Private Livery…
License Granted
Report, Committee on Memorials & Dedications, recommending to the City Council to refer approval to the Park Board of two (2) stone benches to be placed at the Women in Military Service Memorial located at Fort Taber Park.
Recommended by the Committee on Memorials & Dedications
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1649).”
Communication, Councillor Morad, submitting a Memorial Park Bench and Tree Dedication Program Application for the Women in the Military Service Memorial, located at Fort Taber Park for the placement of two (2) stone benches.
Referred to the Park Board
From the minutes
“Referred to the Park Board. (Matter #1250).”
Report, Committee on Appointments & Briefings, recommending to the City Council to take “No Further Action” on the Related Motion, Councillor Pereira, requesting that the Chairperson of the Historical Commission appear before the Committee on Appointments and Briefings to discuss how demolition…
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments & Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1650).”
Related Motion, Councillor Pereira, requesting that the Chairperson of the Historical Commission appear before the Committee on Appointments and Briefings to discuss how demolition determinations are made and to learn about the process.
NO FURTHER ACTION
Report, Committee on Public Safety & Neighborhoods, recommending to the City Council to take “No Further Action” on the Written Motion, Councillor Gomes, requesting that the Committee on Public Safety and Neighborhoods meet with the DPI Commissioner Ponte or a representative for the purpose of…
Recommended by the Committee on Public Safety & Neighborhoods
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1651).”
Written Motion, Councillor Gomes, requesting that the Committee on Public Safety and Neighborhoods meet with the DPI Commissioner Ponte or a representative for the purpose of discussing the installation of LED lights and removing the single bulbs in areas that continue to be high risk for criminal…
NO FURTHER ACTION
Report, Committee on Public Safety & Neighborhoods, recommending to the City Council to take “No Further Action” on the Written Motion, Councillor Gomes, requesting that the Committee on Public Safety and Neighborhoods meet with Energy Manager Scott Durkee and DPI Commissioner Jamie Ponte, to…
Recommended by the Committee on Public Safety & Neighborhoods
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #1652).”
Written Motion, Councillor Gomes, requesting that the Committee on Public Safety and Neighborhoods meet with Energy Manager Scott Durkee and DPI Commissioner Jamie Ponte, to discuss the present lighting situation in some New Bedford areas; and further that they make available to the City Council…
NO FURTHER ACTION
Communication, Councillor Morad, submitting communications from the Executive Director of the New Bedford Retirement Board regarding the vote taken by the Board to increase the COLA base from $12,000 to $14,000 and Kms Actuaries regarding the impact on the New Bedford Contributory Retirement…
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #1653).”
Communication, Council President Abreu, submitting a copy of a letter from Leonard F. Baillargeon, Chairperson of the New Bedford Retirement Board regarding the Board’s vote of a COLA Increase. (To be Referred to the Committee on Finance.)
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #1654).”
Communication, Council President Abreu, submitting a Communication from Jeff Camara, President of the Retired Firefighters of New Bedford regarding their endorsement of the New Bedford Retirement Board’s vote of the COLA increase. (To be Referred to the Committee on Finance.)
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #1655).”
Communication, Council President Abreu, submitting a Communication from Billy Sylvia, President, New Bedford Firefighters, Local 841, requesting support for our retirees and their families by voting in favor of the increase to the COLA base. (To be Referred to the Committee on Finance.)
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #1656).”
Written Motion, Council President Abreu, requesting, on behalf of D.f. Pray, General Contractors, that the following Streets be Closed: A Portion of Commercial Street, Starting 161’ from the North most point and 172’ from the South most point at the Intersection with South Water Street, to its…
Permission Granted
Written Motion, Councillors Pereira, Morad, Lima, Giesta, Carney, Baptiste, Council President Abreu and Councillor Gomes, requesting, that Jana Linhart, Project Services Manager, Eversource Energy and Anthony Veilleux, Community Relations Representative, Eversource Energy, appear before the…
Referred to the Committee on Public Safety and Neighborhoods, the Department of Public Infrastructure, Eversource Energy and a member of our State Legislative Delegation
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Public Safety and Neighborhoods, the Department of Public Infrastructure, Eversource Energy and a member of our State Legislative Delegation. (Matter #1658).”
Written Motion, Councillors Lima and Morad, requesting, that the New Bedford Public Schools Department investigate the feasibility of establishing an executive level position that is solely focused on public safety within the City’s public schools, and that such a position be equal in rank to the…
Referred to the Committee on Public Safety & Neighborhoods
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Public Safety & Neighborhoods. (Matter #1659).”
Written Motion, Councillor Gomes, requesting, once again, that the flagpoles at the Cape Verdean Veterans monument located at Washington Square be replaced immediately, this is the second request for two new standard-height white flagpoles to be installed at said location, one flagpole is now…
Referred to the Special Committee on Memorials and Dedications and the Administration
From the minutes
“Referred to the Special Committee on Memorials and Dedications and the Administration. (Matter #1660).”
Written Motion, Councillor Morad, requesting, that the Administration consider appointing one of the area Funeral Directors to the City's Cemetery Board upon the next available Board opening. (To be Referred to the Office of the Mayor.)
Referred to the Office of the Mayor
From the minutes
“Referred to the Office of the Mayor. (Matter #1661).”
Written Motion, Councillor Morad, requesting, that she be invited to attend the next meeting of the Cemetery Board to discuss concerns and issues related to the operation of the City's Cemeteries, these issues have been referred to the maker of the motion by several of the area Funeral Directors.…
Referred to Jonathan Carvalho, Vice-Chairman of the Cemetery Board and Jamie Ponte, Commissioner, Department of Public Infrastructure
From the minutes
“Referred to Jonathan Carvalho, Vice-Chairman of the Cemetery Board and Jamie Ponte, Commissioner, Department of Public Infrastructure. (Matter #1662).”
Written Motion, Councillors Giesta, Morad, requesting that Purchasing Agent Molly Gilfeather, Chief of Staff Neil Mello and Economic Development Director Derek Santos appear before the Committee on City Property to update said Committee on the numerous deadline extensions for bid submission for the…
NO FURTHER ACTION
Written Motion, Councillor Pereira, submitting a communication and proposed order from Attorney Thomas Mathieu, Esq. in regard to a Petition of Subdivision of Land at 63 David Street. (To be Referred to the Committee on City Property.)
Referred to the Committee on City Property
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on City Property. (Matter #1664).”
Communication, Attorney Thomas Mathieu regarding the Subdivision of Land at 63 David Street. (To be Referred to the Committee on City Property.)
Referred to the Committee on City Property
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on City Property. (Matter #1665).”
Written Motion, Councillor Gomes, requesting, that the Mayor and the Department of Public Infrastructure take immediate action to repair the metal, framing and structure of the “Welcome to New Bedford” billboard on 195 west, this billboard is an image of the City in New Bedford.
Referred to the Mayor and the Department of Public Infrastructure
From the minutes
“Referred to the Mayor and the Department of Public Infrastructure. (Matter #1666).”
Written Motion, Councillors Gomes, Baptiste, Giesta, Carney, Morad and Markey, requesting, that the City Council go on record against granting, any zoning change, or the establishment of the proposed downtown Recovery Connection Center Of America at 268-270 Union Street; and further, that the City…
Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings and the Zoning Board of Appeals, with a letter to the ZBA stating that the Council is against any zoning change and that Rule 40 be Waived
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, PereiraNo: BurgoAbsent: Dunn
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings and the Zoning Board of Appeals, with a letter to the ZBA stating that the Council is against any zoning change and that Rule 40 be Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 1. (Councillor Burgo OPPOSED.) (Matter #1667).”
Communication, Councillor Gomes, submitting a letter from Attorney Michael Livingstone concerning the proposed methadone clinic to be located at 268-272 Union Street and Mr. Livingstone’s opposition to the project.
Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings and the Zoning Board of Appeals
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings and the Zoning Board of Appeals. (Matter #1668).”
Written Motion, Councillor Gomes, requesting, that the City Council go on record, and send a letter to the Massachusetts Department of Energy against the request by Eversource to increase gas and electric rates on the people of Greater New Bedford; and further, that these increases will not only…
Rule 40 Waived with a request that a letter be sent to the Massachusetts Department of Energy
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, PereiraAbsent: Dunn
From the minutes
“Rule 40 Waived with a request that a letter be sent to the Massachusetts Department of Energy – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #1669).”
Written Motion, Councillor Gomes, requesting, that the Committee on Audit ask the Administration to provide the Committee with a list of all contractors that contract for service work, engineering, etc., awarded by the City over the past eight years; and further, that the list be provided to the…
Referred to the Administration and the Committee on Audit
From the minutes
“Referred to the Administration and the Committee on Audit. (Matter #1670).”
Written Motion, Councillors Gomes and Pereira, requesting, that the Committee on City Property and Mary Rapoza, Director, Parks, Recreation and Beaches, meet with Mr. Joseph Pacheco, President, and Commodore of the Low Tide Yacht Club and the Fort Rodman Marine Educational Association, for the…
Referred to the Committee on City Property
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on City Property. (Matter #1671).”
Communication, Derek Santos, Executive Director, New Bedford Economic Development Council, to Members of the City Council, submitting STA Agreement and Resolution approved by the Tax Increment Financing Board for a five (5) year Agreement for Island Creek Oysters INC. and Harborview LLC. (Copies…
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #1672).”
Resolution, Approving Certified Project Application and Special Tax Assessment Agreement with Island Creek Oysters INC. and Harborview LLC.
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #1673).”
Related Motion, Councillor Morad, requesting, that New Bedford Economic Development Council Executive Director Derek Santos provide to the Chairperson of the Committee on Finance the draft minutes from the June 1, 2022 Tax Increment Financing Board meeting detailing the Board’s discussion regarding…
Referred to the Committee on Finance and New Bedford Economic Development Council Executive Director Derek Santos
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance and New Bedford Economic Development Council Executive Director Derek Santos. (Matter #1674).”
Related Motion, Councillor Morad, requesting, that New Bedford Economic Development Council Executive Director Derek Santos provide to the Chairperson of the Committee on Finance the recently revised and adopted language of the Tax Increment Finance (TIF) Program Policy and Guidelines which were to…
Referred to the Committee on Finance and New Bedford Economic Development Council Executive Director Derek Santos
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance and New Bedford Economic Development Council Executive Director Derek Santos. (Matter #1675).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council Farias, submitting a copy of a public hearing notice from the Department of Public Utilities regarding a Petition of Nstar Gas Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for approval of its 2019-2021 Energy Efficiency Plan Term Report. (To be Received and…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1676).”
Citation, Councillor Morad, honoring Robert and Rachel Constant, in recognition of their 60th wedding anniversary and with wishes that the Good Lord will give them many more years together.
Adopted, to be presented at a later date
From the minutes
“Adopted, to be presented at a later date. (Matter #1677).”
Citation, Councillor Morad, honoring Emanuel Maciel, in recognition of being awarded the 2022 Forever Paws Animal Shelter Humanitarian Award for his many years of dedicated service and compassionate care for stray and abandoned animals not only locally, but throughout the country and world.
Adopted, to be presented at a later date
From the minutes
“Adopted, to be presented at a later date. (Matter #1678).”
Citation, Councillors Gomes, Morad and Pereira, honoring Rosie, Canine Officer, in recognition of her becoming the newest member of the New Bedford Police Department.
Adopted, to be presented at a later date
From the minutes
“Adopted, to be presented at a later date. (Matter #1679).”
Written Motion, Councillor Baptiste, requesting, on behalf of Amc, that the following Streets be Closed: Madison Street, from Orchard Street to County Street, from 5:00 A.m. to 6:00 P.m. and Orchard Street, from Hawthorn Street to East Clinton Street, from 5:00 A.m. to 5:00 P.m., on: Monday,…
Permission Granted
Constable Bond, Michael John Mcluskey, Acushnet, MA 02743, in the amount of $5,000.00, with Western Surety Company.
Approved
Communication, Councillor Pereira submitting a copy of a support letter sent to the Zoning Board of Appeals regarding the redevelopment of the George H. Dunbar School into 17 residential apartment units.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1682).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to City Council, notifying that the Office of the City Clerk has received Meeting Minutes from the Board of Assessors for meetings held on September 8, 16, 22, 2022; Licensing Board for a meeting held on August 29, 2022; New Bedford Cultural…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1683).”
Application, W.c. Smith & Son, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 159 William Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on September 19, 2022, 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 #1684).”
Applications, Early Contractors, Inc., for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on September 21, 2022, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council as follows: 38 – 42 Campbell Street (#1685) 720 County Street to Intersection of Pope Street…
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified..”
Application, Forgen LLC, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at Hadley Street for service to 740 Belleville Avenue, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on September 20, 2022, 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 #1687).”
Application, R. W. Bryant Contracting, Inc., for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 630 Mount Pleasant Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on September 21, 2022, 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 #1688).”
Applications, R.j. Canessa Excavating, Co., for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on September 22, 2022, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council as follows: Pequot Street - M136A/L884 (#1689) 152 Florence Street (#1690)
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified..”
Application, W.c. Smith & Son, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at Phillips Road - P136/L468, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on September 28, 2022, 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 #1691).”
Application, Able Asphalt, Inc., for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 209 Chestnut Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on October 05, 2022, 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 #1692).”
Applications, Frank Corp. Environmental Services, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on October 06, 2022, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council as follows: Wamsutta Street/Acushnet Avenue (#1693) 198 Herman Melville Boulevard…
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified..”
Application, W.c. Smith and Son, to Disturb the Surface, of 159 William Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on September 19, 2022, 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 #1697).”
Applications, Early Contractors, Inc., to Disturb the Surface, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on September 21, 2022, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council as follows: 38 – 42 Campbell Street (#1698) 720 County Street to Intersection of Pope Street (#1698a)
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified..”
Application, Forgen LLC, to Disturb the Surface, of Hadley Street for service to 740 Belleville Avenue, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on September 20, 2022, 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 #1699).”
Application, R.w. Bryant Contracting, Inc., to Disturb the Surface, of 630 Mount Pleasant Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on September 21, 2022, 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 #1700).”
Applications, R.j. Canessa Excavating, Co., to Disturb the Surface, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on September 22, 2022, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council as follows: Pequot Street - M136A/L884 (#1701) 152 Florence Street (#1702)
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified..”
Application, W.c. Smith and Son, to Disturb the Surface, of Phillips Road - P136/L468, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on September 28, 2022, 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 #1703).”
Application, Able Asphalt, Inc., to Disturb the Surface, of 209 Chestnut Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on October 05, 2022, 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 #1704).”
Applications, Frank Corp. Environmental Services, to Disturb the Surface, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on October 06, 2022, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council as follows: Wamsutta Street/Acushnet Avenue (#1705) 198 Herman Melville Boulevard (#1706) 242 Herman Melville…
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified..”
Applications, Eversource Gas, to Disturb the Surface, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on September 23, 2022, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council as follows: 3 West Street (Cross Street – Grape Street) (#1709) 1471 Morton Avenue (#1710) 97 Rivet Street, working on the…
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified..”
Application, Always Available Bargain Cleanouts, LLC, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 1265 Pleasant Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on September 23, 2022, 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 #1721).”
Application, Always Available Bargain Cleanouts, LLC, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 123 Cedar Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on September 28, 2022, 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 #1722).”
Application, Cl Noonan Container Service, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 417 Shaw Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on September 30, 2022, 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 #1723).”
Petition, Early Contractors, Inc., for location of one (1) 3” Conduit and one (1) Handhole at 210 Park Street to a pole in front of 226 Park Street.
RECEIVED AND HEARING ORDERED FOR THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2022
From the minutes
“RECEIVED AND HEARING ORDERED FOR THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2022..”
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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