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April 13, 2023
131 recorded votes, 6 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Present: Ian Abreu, Shane A. Burgo, Naomi R. A. Carney, Maria E. Giesta, Brian K. Gomes, Scott J. Lima, William “Brad” Markey, Linda M. Morad, Shawn Oliver, Ryan J. Pereira
Absent: Derek Baptiste
Every vote, in order
Hearing, Nstar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for location of approximately 322’ of Conduit and Cable and two (2) Manholes in Commercial Street, to provide electric service to 13-15 Commercial Street.
Hearing Held
Petition Placed on File
From the minutes
“Petition Placed on File. (Matter #0632).”
An Order,
Adopted and ordered recorded in Book of Location Order Records
From the minutes
“Adopted and ordered recorded in Book of Location Order Records. (Matter #0633).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council submitting a Loan Order, for the purpose of financing the cost of projects outlined in the City’s Long Term Cso Control and Integrated Capital Improvements Plan, including but not limited to: Regulatory Compliance Planning to address Capacity…
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0635).”
Loan Order,
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0636).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting Orders for the Transfer out of the Free Cash Account, to the Stabilization Fund in the amount of $3,217,704.00; to the Stabilization Fund in the amount of $6,151,689; to the Oped Trust Fund in the amount of $1,287,082.00; to Facilities and…
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0637).”
An Order, (Stabilization Fund in the amount of $3,217,704.00)
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0638).”
An Order, (Stabilization Fund in the amount of $6,151,689.00)
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0639).”
An Order, (Oped Trust Fund in the amount of $1,287,082.00)
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0640).”
An Order, (Facilities and Fleet, Capital Outlay in the amount of $495,000.00)
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0641).”
An Order, (Facilities and Fleet, Capital Outlay in the amount of $85,500.00)
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0642).”
An Order, (Employees Benefits, Charges & Services in the amount of $166,077.00)
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0643).”
An Order, (Zoo, Charges & Services in the amount of $70,000.00; Zoo, Supplies & Materials in the amount of $22,766.00)
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0644).”
An Order, (Police, Capital Outlay in the amount of $400,000.00)
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0645).”
An Order, (Police, Capital Outlay in the amount of $375,000.00)
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0646).”
An Order, (General Government Unclassified, Charges & Services in the amount of $100,000.00)
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0647).”
An Order, (Public Infrastructure, Capital Outlay in the amount of $300,000.00)
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0648).”
An Order, (Public Infrastructure, Capital Outlay in the amount of $200,000.00)
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0649).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order for the Transfer of $150,000.00 from Public Infrastructure Salaries and Wages to Public Infrastructure Charges & Services.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0650).”
Ordered, that the sum of One Hundred and Fifty Thousand Dollars ($150,000) now standing to the credit of the account from Public Infrastructure Salaries and Wages be and the same is hereby transferred and appropriated to as follows: Public Infrastructure Charges and Services…………………………..$150,000 To…
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0651).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order for the Transfer of $35,000.00, from Airport Other Financing Uses to Airport Charges and Services in the amount of $30,000 and Airport Supplies and Materials in the amount of $5,000.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0652).”
Ordered, that the sum of Thirty Five Thousand Dollars ($35,000) now standing to the credit of the account from Airport Other Financing Uses be and the same is hereby transferred and appropriated to as follows: Airport Charges and Services…………………………………………………..$30,000 Airport Supplies and…
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0653).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order for the Appropriation of $8,000, from Fire Code Enforcement Reserve to Fire Charges and Services in the amount of $5,625 and Fire Supplies and Materials in the amount of $2,375.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0654).”
Ordered, that the sum of Eight Thousand Dollars ($8,000) now standing to the credit of the account from Fire Code Enforcement Reserve for Appropriation be and the same is hereby transferred and appropriated to as follows: Fire Charges and Services………………………………………..………………..$5,625 Fire Supplies and…
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0655).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order amending the Order adopted by the City Council on June 09, 2022, and signed by the Mayor on June 15, 2022, which, in accordance with M.g.l., Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Community Services…
RECONSIDERATION Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraNo: LimaAbsent: Baptiste
From the minutes
“RECONSIDERATION Adopted – Yeas 9, Nays 1. (Councillor Lima OPPOSED.) (Matter #0656).”
Referred to the Committee on Finance FAILED
No: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance FAILED – Yeas 0, Nays 10. (Matter #0656).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0656).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0656).”
Ordered, amending the Order adopted by the City Council on June 09, 2022, and signed by the Mayor on June 15, 2022, which in accordance with M.g.l. Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Community Services Department known as the Adult Social Day Program Revolving…
RECONSIDERATION Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraNo: LimaAbsent: Baptiste
From the minutes
“RECONSIDERATION Adopted – Yeas 9, Nays 1. (Councillor Lima OPPOSED.) (Matter #0657).”
Referred to the Committee on Finance FAILED
No: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance FAILED – Yeas 0, Nays 10. (Matter #0657).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0657).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Ordinance, amending Chapter 10 Finance; Taxation; Property, Article I, Section 10-47, Departmental Revolving Fund.
Referred to the Committee on Ordinances
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Ordinances. (Matter #0658).”
An Ordinance,
Referred to the Committee on Ordinances
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Ordinances. (Matter #0659).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council submitting an Order for approval of the early in-person voting plan and schedule as recommended by the Chairperson of the Board of Election Commissioners.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0660).”
Ordered, that in accordance with Massachusetts law, the recommendation that the City of New Bedford host early in-person voting for New Bedford registered voters for the October 3rd preliminary election in the New Bedford Free Public Library located at 613 Pleasant Street in Downtown New Bedford on…
Adopted
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Reappointment of Genesis Galan, New Bedford, MA to the Human Rights Commission; this term will expire December 2025.
Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste, Burgo
From the minutes
“Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Burgo not present for vote.) (Matter #0662).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Reappointment of James Lopes, New Bedford, MA to the Historical Commission; this term will expire February 2025.
Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste, Burgo
From the minutes
“Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Burgo not present for vote.) (Matter #0663).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Reappointment of Helen Rogers, New Bedford, MA 02740, to the Library Board of Trustees; this term will expire April 2026.
Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste, Burgo
From the minutes
“Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Burgo not present for vote.) (Matter #0664).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Reappointment of Ann R. O’leary, New Bedford, MA, to the Library Board of Trustees; this term will expire in April 2026.
Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste, Burgo
From the minutes
“Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Burgo not present for vote.) (Matter #0665).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Reappointment of Elsie R. Fraga, New Bedford, MA to the Library Board of Trustees; this term will expire April 2026.
Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste, Burgo
From the minutes
“Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Burgo not present for vote.) (Matter #0666).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Appointment of Alicia Duff, New Bedford, MA to the Veterans Advisory Board; Ms. Duff will be replacing the late Luiz Ferreira, whose term expired in December 2019; this term will expire December 2025.
Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings. (Matter #0667).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Reappointment of Anthony John Poente, Jr., Dartmouth, MA, as a Constable.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0668).”
An Application, Anthony John Poente, Jr., Dartmouth, MA for Reappointment as Constable.
Reappointment Confirmed
From the minutes
“Reappointment Confirmed. (Matter #0669).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Appointment of Anthony Pais Lopes, Jr., New Bedford, MA, as a Constable.
Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings. (Matter #0670).”
An Application,
Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings. (Matter #0671).”
An Ordinance, amending Chapter 2, Article Xi. New Bedford Historical Commission; Historic Districts, providing for the establishment of the Abolition Row and Mechanics Lane Historic Districts.
Passed to be Ordained
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste
From the minutes
“Passed to be Ordained – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #1366).”
Report, Committee on Finance, recommending to the City Council Adoption of the Order, as Amended, updating the Fire Department’s Fee Schedule.
Recommended by the Committee on Finance
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0672).”
Ordered, that the City Council of the City of New Bedford adopt an updated Fire Department Fee Schedule as follows: I. Type of Permit or Service A. Smoke detector- 1 family unit $50 B. Smoke detector- 2 family unit $100 C. Smoke detector- 3 to 6 family unit $150 D. Smoke detector- 7 family unit or…
Adopted as Amended
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, MoradNo: Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste
From the minutes
“Adopted as Amended – Yeas 8, Nays 2. (Councillors Oliver and Pereira OPPOSED.) (Matter #0310).”
Report, Committee on Ordinances, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Ordinance, amending Chapter 10, Finance; Taxation; Property, establishing two revolving funds for the Emergency Medical Services (Ems).
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0673).”
An Ordinance, amending Chapter 10, Finance; Taxation; Property, establishing two revolving funds for the Emergency Medical Services (Ems).
Passed to a Second Reading
From the minutes
“Passed to a Second Reading. (Matter #0265).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Application, Anthony Nieves Roman, d/b/a A&j Auto Group 2, LLC, for a Special Permit for Motor Vehicle Sales and/or Rentals and Light Service at 271 County Street, New Bedford, MA 02740.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0674).”
Special Permit Application, Anthony Nieves Roman, d/b/a A&j Auto Group 2, LLC, for a Special Permit for Motor Vehicle Sales and/or Rentals and Light Service at 271 County Street, New Bedford, MA 02740.
Special Permit Granted
From the minutes
“Special Permit Granted. (Matter #0675).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Appointment of Christina E. Cotsoridis, New Bedford, MA, to the Airport Commission; Ms. Cotsoridis will be replacing Paula Popeo who has resigned; this term will expire December 2024.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0676).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Appointment of Christina E. Cotsoridis, New Bedford, MA, to the Airport Commission; Ms. Cotsoridis will be replacing Paula Popeo who has resigned; this term will expire December 2024.
Appointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste
From the minutes
“Appointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #2005).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Appointment of Michael J. Paiva, New Bedford, MA to the Traffic Commission; Mr. Paiva will be replacing Ian Trombly, who has advised that he does not wish to be re- appointed, and whose term expired in…
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0677).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Appointment of Michael J. Paiva, New Bedford, MA to the Traffic Commission; Mr. Paiva will be replacing Ian Trombly, who has advised that he does not wish to be re-appointed, and whose term expired in December 2022; this term will…
Appointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste
From the minutes
“Appointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0276).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Appointment of Ymane Galotti, New Bedford, MA to the Zoning Board of Appeals as an Alternate Member, Ms. Galotti will be replacing Horacio B. Tavares, whose term has expired in December 2020; this term…
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0678).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Appointment of Ymane Galotti, New Bedford, MA to the Zoning Board of Appeals as an Alternate Member, Ms. Galotti will be replacing Horacio B. Tavares, whose term has expired in December 2020; this term will expire December 2025.
Appointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste
From the minutes
“Appointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0277).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Appointment of Patricia Langis, New Bedford, MA, to the Council on Aging; Ms. Langis will be replacing Jacqueline K. Medeiros, who has resigned; this term will expire in November 2025.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0679).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Appointment of Patricia Langis, New Bedford, MA, to the Council on Aging; Ms. Langis will be replacing Jacqueline K. Medeiros, who has resigned; this term will expire in November 2025.
Appointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste
From the minutes
“Appointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0328).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Application, on behalf of Rose Guerdine Bazile, 505 Rivet Street, Apt 1, New Bedford, MA 02740, d/b/a R G Services, LLC, 96 Worcester Street, New Bedford, MA 02745, hereby submitting a copy of the…
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0680).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to City Council, on behalf of Rose Guerdine Bazile, 505 Rivet Street, Apt 1, New Bedford, MA 02740, d/b/a R G Services, LLC, 96 Worcester Street, New Bedford, MA 02745, hereby submitting a copy of the Application requesting a New Private Livery…
Livery License Granted
From the minutes
“Livery License Granted. (Matter #0360).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending that the City Council send a letter to the Abc 6 and Wpri 12 news stations in 30-45 days seeking a status update on the Committee’s request to establish a local news bureau in the City of New Bedford.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0681).”
Report, Committee on City Property, recommending that the City Council Adopt the Substitute Order, relative to the proposed construction of a new or reconstructed DeValles School and take No Further Action on the original motion that was submitted at the City Council meeting of March 23, 2023.
Recommended by the Committee on City Property
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0682).”
Substitute Order Ordered, that relative to the proposed construction of a new or reconstructed DeValles School on its present site or as expanded to the north by the acquisition of six (6) parcels bordered by Rivet, Orchard, Bonney and Katherine Streets, and/or the former Goodyear property on the…
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, OliverAbsent: Baptiste, Pereira
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Councillor Pereira not present for vote.) (Matter #0683).”
An Order, that relative to the proposed construction of a new or reconstructed DeValles School on its present site or as expended to the north by the acquisition of six (6) parcels bordered by Rivet, Orchard, Bonney and Katherine Streets, the City Council determines pursuant to M.g.l. Chapter 30B,…
NO FURTHER ACTION
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending that the City Council take “No Further Action” on the 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…
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0684).”
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 Centers of America at 268-270 Union Street; and further, that the City…
NO FURTHER ACTION
Communication, Michael J. Livingstone, Esq. to the New Bedford City Council regarding the ZBA Application concerning 268-272 Union Street.
NO FURTHER ACTION
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending that the City Council take “No Further Action” on the Written Motion, Councillor Gomes, requesting that the Committee on Appointments & Briefings meet with local media outlets, SouthCoast Today, Wbsm, New Bedford Guide, the Portuguese…
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0685).”
Written Motion, Councillor Gomes, requesting that the Committee on Appointments & Briefings meet with local media outlets, SouthCoast Today, Wbsm, New Bedford Guide, the Portuguese Times, the Providence media market to include Channels 6, 10, 12 and the Boston media market Channels 4, 5, 7, Fox 25,…
NO FURTHER ACTION
Report, Committee on City Property, recommending that the City Council take No Further Action on the Communication, Andrew O’Leary, Assistant Superintendent of New Bedford Public Schools, regarding the site acquisition options for the new DeValles/Congdon School.
Recommended by the Committee on City Property
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0686).”
Communication, Andrew O’Leary, Assistant Superintendent of New Bedford Public Schools, regarding the site acquisition options for the new DeValles/Congdon School.
NO FURTHER ACTION
Written Motion, Council President Morad, requesting that Rule 21A of the City Council Rules of Order be suspended until March 31, 2025 whereby members of the City Council will be able to participate and vote on matters in City Council and Committee meetings from remote locations by utilizing a…
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Giesta, Gomes, Lima, Markey, Morad, Oliver, PereiraNo: CarneyAbsent: Baptiste
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 9, Nays 1. (Councillor Carney OPPOSED.) (Matter #0687).”
Written Motion, Councillor Oliver, requesting that the Committee on Appointments and Briefings meet with a representative of Dattco Bus Lines to discuss the termination of the New Bedford to Boston bus service.
NO FURTHER ACTION
Written Motion, Councillor Burgo, requesting that the Special Committee on Affordable Housing & Homeless Affairs review the City’s Comprehensive Housing Plan titled “Building New Bedford: Strategies to Promote Attainable Housing for All in a Thriving New Bedford.”
Referred to the Special Committee on Affordable Housing and Homeless Affairs
From the minutes
“Referred to the Special Committee on Affordable Housing and Homeless Affairs. (Matter #0689).”
Comprehensive Housing Plan, (To be Referred to the Committee on Affordable Housing and Homeless Affairs.)
Referred to the Special Committee on Affordable Housing and Homeless Affairs
From the minutes
“Referred to the Special Committee on Affordable Housing and Homeless Affairs. (Matter #0690).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to City Council, on behalf of Sean Ciminello, 22 Shannon Way, Dartmouth, MA 02747 d/b/a Yes We Van LLC, 651 Orchard Street, Suite 202A, New Bedford, MA 02740, hereby submitting a copy of the Application requesting a Renewal of a Private Livery…
To June 30, 2024.) Livery License Renewal Granted
From the minutes
“to June 30, 2024.) Livery License Renewal Granted. (Matter #0691).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to City Council, on behalf of Edward M. Pacheco, 188 Hixville Road, Dartmouth, MA 02747 d/b/a Places to Go, LLC, 1 Wamsutta Street, #3, New Bedford, MA 02740, hereby submitting a copy of the Application requesting a Renewal of a Private Livery…
To June 30, 2024.) Livery License Renewal Granted
From the minutes
“to June 30, 2024.) Livery License Renewal Granted. (Matter #0692).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to City Council, on behalf of Albert M. Williams III, 1 Deerfield Lane, Fairhaven, MA 02719 d/b/a Elite Transportation, 1 Deerfield Lane, Fairhaven, MA 02719, hereby submitting a copy of the Application requesting a Renewal of a Private Livery…
To June 30, 2024.) Livery License Renewal Granted
From the minutes
“to June 30, 2024.) Livery License Renewal Granted. (Matter #0693).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to City Council, on behalf of David A Bizarro, 50 Larch Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 d/b/a Bizarro Transportation, 50 Larch Street, New Bedford, MA 02740, hereby submitting a copy of the Application requesting a Renewal of a Private Livery…
To June 30, 2024.) Livery License Renewal Granted
From the minutes
“to June 30, 2024.) Livery License Renewal Granted. (Matter #0694).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to City Council, on behalf of Gabriel N. Darosa, 56 Westwood Drive, North Dartmouth, MA 02747 d/b/a Bluebird Transportation, LLC, 458 Dartmouth Street, New Bedford, MA 02740, hereby submitting a copy of the Application requesting a Renewal of a…
To June 30, 2024.) Livery License Renewal Granted
From the minutes
“to June 30, 2024.) Livery License Renewal Granted. (Matter #0695).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to City Council, on behalf of Tanya Depina, 47 Lauren Drive, New Bedford, MA 02745 d/b/a Comfort Transportation, LLC, 47 Lauren Drive, New Bedford, MA 02745, hereby submitting a copy of the Application requesting a Renewal of a Private Livery…
To June 30, 2024.) Livery License Renewal Granted
From the minutes
“to June 30, 2024.) Livery License Renewal Granted. (Matter #0696).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to City Council, on behalf of Rose Guerdine Bazile, 505 Rivet Street, Apt. 1, New Bedford, MA 02740 d/b/a Rg Services, LLC, 86 Worcester Street, New Bedford, MA 02745, hereby submitting a copy of the Application requesting a Renewal of a Private…
To June 30, 2024.) Livery License Renewal Granted
From the minutes
“to June 30, 2024.) Livery License Renewal Granted. (Matter #0697).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to City Council, on behalf of Renee DePina, 61 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02740, d/b/a United Care Transport, INC., 189 Wood Street, New Bedford, MA 02745, hereby submitting a copy of the Application requesting a New Private Livery License…
Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings. (Matter #0698).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to City Council, on behalf of Renee DePina, 61 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02740, d/b/a United Care Transport, INC., 189 Wood Street, New Bedford, MA 02745, hereby submitting a copy of the Application requesting a Renewal of a Private Livery…
Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings. (Matter #0699).”
Communication, Atty. Eric C. Cohen, Executive Director of the New Bedford Retirement Board, to the City Council, advising that on March 24, 2023, the Board voted to grant a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) allowance of 3% to retirees, effective July 1, 2023. (Copy all Councillors via email March…
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0700).”
Communication, Atty. Eric C. Cohen, Executive Director of the New Bedford Retirement Board, to the City Council, advising that the Retirement Board intends to discuss at their April 27 th meeting, a one-time 2% additional Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for retirees of the system retroactive to…
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0701).”
Communication, Council President Morad, submitting a letter from Rick Kidder, One SouthCoast Chambers to the City Council regarding the Council’s motions regarding non-binding referendum questions on the November ballot. (To be Received and Placed on File.)
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0702).”
Communication, Council President Morad, submitting a letter from Diana Henry, President of the Waterfront Historic Area League (Whale), requesting that the Council not override the Mayor’s veto on the non-binding referenda to repeal the Community Preservation Act. (To be Received and Placed on…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0703).”
Communication, Council President Morad, submitting a letter from Blue Harvest Fisheries, informing they will be ending their food processing operations at their facility located at 40 Herman Melville Boulevard, New Bedford on May 26, 2023. (To be Referred to the Committee on Labor and Industry.)
Referred to the Committee on Labor and Industry
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Labor and Industry. (Matter #0704).”
Communication, Council President Morad, submitting a copy of a letter from the Office of Representative William M. Straus, Chairman, Joint Committee on Transportation, to Senators Warren and Markey, Congressmen Keating and Auchincloss, regarding the New Bedford Regional Airport terminal and air…
Referred to the Special Committee on the Airport
From the minutes
“Referred to the Special Committee on the Airport. (Matter #0705).”
Communication, Councillor Giesta and Council President Morad, submitting copy of a letter from the New Bedford Economic Development Council, The Regeneration Project, to the Secretary of the Executive Office of Economic Development, Yvonne Hao, regarding the New Bedford State Pier Redevelopment.…
Referred to the Committee on Labor and Industry
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Labor and Industry. (Matter #0706).”
Communication, Council President Morad and Councillor Giesta, submitting a copy of letter from State Representative Christopher Markey to New Bedford Economic Development Council President, Mr. Anthony Sapienza, regarding the development of the New Bedford State Pier. (To be Received and Placed on…
Referred to the Committee on Labor and Industry
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Labor and Industry. (Matter #0707).”
Related Motion, Councillor Lima, requesting that the Director of the Council on Aging appear before the Committee on Finance to discuss the increase in funding of the Adult Social Day Program Revolving Fund.
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0708).”
Written Motion, Councillor Baptiste, requesting, that the following street(s) be Closed: Purchase Street, from Madison Street to Walnut Street, on Saturday, April 01, 2023, at 10:30 A.m. to 12:00 P.m. (Noon), for purpose of a visit by Jose´ Maria Neves, President, Republic of Cabo Verde to the Cape…
GRANTED PROVISIONALLY BY THE 2023 CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT LINDA M. MORAD, ON MONDAY, MARCH 27, 2023, TO BE RATIFIED BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON THURSDAY, APRIL 13, 2023
From the minutes
“GRANTED PROVISIONALLY BY THE 2023 CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT LINDA M. MORAD, ON MONDAY, MARCH 27, 2023, TO BE RATIFIED BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON THURSDAY, APRIL 13, 2023. (Matter #0709).”
Received and Action of the City Council President Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Council President Ratified. (Matter #0709).”
Written Motion, Councillor Baptiste, requesting, that the following street(s) be Closed: Acushnet Avenue, South, at the Corner of Howland Street, on Saturday, April 01, 2023, from 11:00 A.m. to 12:30 P.m., for the purpose of the visit of the President of Cabo Verde to the Bisca Club (161 Acushnet…
GRANTED PROVISIONALLY BY THE 2023 CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT LINDA M. MORAD, ON FRIDAY, MARCH 31, 2023, TO BE RATIFIED BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON THURSDAY, APRIL 13, 2023
From the minutes
“GRANTED PROVISIONALLY BY THE 2023 CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT LINDA M. MORAD, ON FRIDAY, MARCH 31, 2023, TO BE RATIFIED BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON THURSDAY, APRIL 13, 2023. (Matter #0710).”
Received and Action of the City Council President Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Council President Ratified. (Matter #0710).”
Written Motion, Councillor Baptiste, requesting, that the following street(s) be Closed: Purchase Street, from School Street to Spring Street, on Monday, April 03, 2023, at 8:00 A.m. to Wednesday, April 05, 2023 at 7:00 A.m., for the purpose of allowing an artist to paint a yellow brick road on the…
GRANTED PROVISIONALLY BY THE 2023 CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT LINDA M. MORAD, ON THURSDAY, MARCH 30, 2023, TO BE RATIFIED BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON THURSDAY, APRIL 13, 2023
From the minutes
“GRANTED PROVISIONALLY BY THE 2023 CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT LINDA M. MORAD, ON THURSDAY, MARCH 30, 2023, TO BE RATIFIED BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON THURSDAY, APRIL 13, 2023. (Matter #0711).”
Received and Action of the City Council President Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Council President Ratified. (Matter #0711).”
Written Motion, Councillor Baptiste, requesting, on behalf of the New Bedford Festival Theatre, that the following street(s) be Closed: Purchase Street, from School Street to Spring Steet, on Friday, April 28, 2023, at 5:30 P.m. to 7:30 P.m., for the purpose of the Opening Night of the “Wiz”.…
Permission Granted
Written Motion, Councillor Pereira, requesting, on behalf of Javier Rojas, that the following street(s) be Closed: South Second Street, between Cove Street and Nelson Street, and Nelson Street, from South Second Street to Santander Bank Parking Lot (58 County Street), on Saturday, May 06, 2023,…
Permission Granted
Written Motion, Councillor Gomes, requesting, on behalf of Buddy Andrade, that the following street(s) be Closed: Bedford Street, from Pleasant Street to South Sixth Street, on Saturday, April 22, 2023, from 8:00 A.m. to 2:00 P.m., for the purpose of Earth Day Clean Up. Permission Granted.
Permission Granted
Written Motion, Councillor Lima, requesting, on behalf of South Coast Lgbtq Network, that the following street(s) be Closed: Oneida Street, from Lt. Walter P. Fuller Memorial Parkway to Lake Street (in front of the Buttonwood Senior Center), on Saturday, June 03, 2023, from 7:00 A.m. to 5:00 P.m.,…
Permission Granted
Petition/Indemnity Agreement, Zin Realty, LLC, for Permission to Erect and Maintain an Illuminated Projecting Sign to overhang City property by six (6) feet, located at 1892-1914 Purchase Street. Provisionally Granted, subject to approval of the Building Commissioner and subject to ratification by…
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #0716).”
Petition/Indemnity Agreement, Brian Andrade Electrical Co., INC., for Permission to Erect and Maintain an Illuminated 8’ x 3’ x 50’’ Projecting Sign to overhang City property by 11 feet, located at 492-494 Ashley Boulevard. Provisionally Granted, subject to approval of the Building Commissioner and…
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #0717).”
Minutes, 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 February 16, and March 09, 2023; the Gnb Regional Refuse Management District for a meeting held on February 23, 2023;…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0718).”
Application, Pods of New England, LLC, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 1101 Pleasant Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on March 24, 2023, 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 #0719).”
Application, Always Available Bargain Cleanouts, LLC, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 464 Mill Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on March 24, 2023, 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 #0720).”
Application, Danella Line Services of MA, Inc., for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at Intersection of Kempton Street and Cottage Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on March 21, 2023, 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 #0721).”
Application, Jlc Construction, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 42 Hill Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on March 22, 2023, 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 #0722).”
Application, W.c. Smith and Son, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 259 Acushnet Avenue, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on March 24, 2023, 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 #0723).”
Application, R.j. Canessa Excavating Co., for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at Plot 136/Lot 252 & 372 (Es of Acushnet Avenue and Braley Road), provisionally granted by the City Clerk on March 21, 2023, 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 #0724).”
Application, Pontes Excavating Co., LLC, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at Brock Avenue (w.s.) 126’ s x Hudson Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on March 28, 2023, 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 #0725).”
Application, R.j. Canessa Excavating Co., for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 3913 Acushnet Avenue, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on March 31, 2023, 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 #0726).”
Application, Jlc Construction, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 1616 Padanaram Avenue, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on March 31, 2023, 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 #0727).”
Application, Mirra Company, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 42 Locust Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on April 04, 2023, 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 #0728).”
Application, Danella Line Services of MA, Inc., to Disturb the Surface, of Intersection of Kempton Street and Cottage Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on March 21, 2023, 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 #0729).”
Application, Jlc Construction, to Disturb the Surface, of 42 Hill Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on March 22, 2023, 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 #0730).”
Application, W.c. Smith and Son, to Disturb the Surface, of 259 Acushnet Avenue, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on March 24, 2023, 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 #0731).”
Application, R.j. Canessa Excavating Co., to Disturb the Surface, of Plot 136/Lot 252 & 372 (Es of Acushnet Avenue and Braley Road), provisionally granted by the City Clerk on March 21, 2023, 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 #0732).”
Application, Pontes Excavating Co., LLC, to Disturb the Surface, of Brock Avenue (w.s.) 126’ s x Hudson Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on March 28, 2023, 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 #0733).”
Application, R.j. Canessa Excavating Co., to Disturb the Surface, of 3913 Acushnet Avenue, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on March 31, 2023, 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 #0734).”
Application, Jlc Construction, to Disturb the Surface, of 1616 Padanaram Avenue, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on March 31, 2023, 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 #0735).”
Application, Mirra Company, to Disturb the Surface, of 42 Locust Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on April 04, 2023, 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 #0736).”
Applications, Eversource Gas, to Disturb the Surface, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on March 28, 2023, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council as follows: 142-144 Deane Street (#0737) 57 Washburn Street (#0738) 85 Austin Street (#0739) 117-119 Branscomb Street (#0740) 211…
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 March 29, 2023, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council as follows: Intersection of Shawmut Avenue and Locust Street (#0742) 317 Belair Street (#0743) 271 Raymond Street (#0744) 182 Pitman…
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 April 04, 2023, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council as follows: 572 Rockdale Avenue (#0747) 306 Court Street (#0748) 387 Church Street (#0749) Phillips Road / Braley Road, working…
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 April 07, 2023, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council as follows: 275 Bolton Street (#0751) 101 Willow Street (#0752) 1081 Westgate Street (#0753) 152 Tarkiln Hill Road (#0754) 107 Perry…
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified..”
Application, Couto Construction, Inc., for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 213 Ryan Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on March 31, 2023, 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 #0760).”
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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