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April 18, 2023
2 meetings this evening, 15 recorded votes in all, in the order they were held.
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Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
Special Committee on Memorials and Dedications: committee votes are recommendations to the full council, which takes the final vote. About this committee
Attendance
Present: Derek Baptiste, Naomi R. A. Carney, Shawn Oliver, Ryan J. Pereira
Absent: Shane A. Burgo
During the meeting:
- Oliver arrived late (6:50)
7 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Notice, City Clerk of Reference of a Communication, Department of Parks, Recreation and Beaches, submitting, a Memorial Park Bench and Tree Dedication Program Application for a Memorial Park Bench to be located by the bowling greens at Hazelwood Park, in memory of Frank and Eunice Hamer (To be…
To receive and place on file the Communication submitted by Mr. Hamer.
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Pereira and seconded by Councillor Baptiste, the Committee VOTED: To receive and place on file the Communication submitted by Mr. Hamer..” (Motion: Pereira, second: Baptiste)
To recommend to the City Council Approval of the Memorial Park Bench and Tree Dedication Program Application for a Memorial Park Bench to be located by the bowling greens at Hazelwood Park, in memory of Frank and Eunice Hamer.
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Pereira and seconded by Councillor Baptiste, the Committee VOTED: To recommend to the City Council APPROVAL of the Memorial Park Bench and Tree Dedication Program Application for a Memorial Park Bench to be located by the bowling greens at Hazelwood Park, in memory of Frank and Eunice Hamer..” (Motion: Pereira, second: Baptiste)
Notice, City Clerk of Reference of a Communication, Department of Parks, Recreation and Beaches, submitting a Memorial Park Bench and Tree Dedication Program Application for a Memorial Park Bench and Plaque to be located at Ashley Park, in front of Goulart Square Bakery, in memory of Jose A. Gaspar…
To receive and place on file the letter of support submitted by Councillor Abreu.
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Pereira and seconded by Councillor Baptiste, the Committee VOTED: To receive and place on file the letter of support submitted by Councillor Abreu..” (Motion: Pereira, second: Baptiste)
To recommend to the City Council Approval of the Memorial Park Bench and Tree Dedication Program Application for a Memorial Park Bench and Plaque to be located at Ashley Park, in front of Goulart Square Bakery, in memory of Jose A. Gaspar.
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Pereira and seconded by Councillor Baptiste, the Committee VOTED: To recommend to the City Council APPROVAL of the Memorial Park Bench and Tree Dedication Program Application for a Memorial Park Bench and Plaque to be located at Ashley Park, in front of Goulart Square Bakery, in memory of Jose A. Gaspar..” (Motion: Pereira, second: Baptiste)
Notice, City Clerk of Reference of a Written Motion, Councillors Carney and Morad, requesting, that Mary Rapoza, Director of Parks, Recreation and Beaches and Peter Boswell, Chairperson of the Board of Park Commissioners appear before the Committee on Memorials and Dedications to update the Council…
To recommend that the City Council take “No Further Action” on the Written Motion, Councillors Carney and Morad, requesting, that Mary Rapoza, Director of Parks, Recreation and Beaches and Peter Boswell, Chairperson of the Board of Park Commissioners appear before the Committee on Memorials and Dedications to update the Council on the progress of the Park Master Plan and discuss the recently imple
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Pereira and seconded by Councillor Baptiste, the Committee VOTED: To recommend that the City Council take “NO FURTHER ACTION” on the WRITTEN MOTION, Councillors Carney and Morad, requesting, that Mary Rapoza, Director of Parks, Recreation and Beaches and Peter Boswell, Chairperson of the Board of Park Commissioners appear before the Committee on Memorials and Dedications to update the Council on the progress of the Park Master Plan and discuss the recently implemented moratorium for tree plantings, benches and memorials within the City Parks..” (Motion: Pereira, second: Baptiste)
On motion by Councillor Pereira and seconded by Councillor Baptiste, the Committee Voted: To follow the Chair’s recommendation and Waive the Reading, take No Further Action and Report Out to the Full City Council on items 4 and 5. This motion passed on a voice vote. The items are as follows:…
To follow the Chair’s recommendation and Waive the Reading, take No Further Action and Report Out to the Full City Council on items 4 and 5.
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Pereira and seconded by Councillor Baptiste, the Committee VOTED: To follow the Chair’s recommendation and Waive the Reading, take No Further Action and Report Out to the Full City Council on items 4 and 5..” (Motion: Pereira, second: Baptiste)
To recommend to the City Council Approving the placing of a Greek Military Service Monument at the West Side Corner of Clasky Common Park, at the corner of Pearl and Pleasant Streets, and that this initiative be sent on to the Park Board for approval, and to DPI Commissioner Zeb Arruda for assistance, as well as the Mayor’s Office. Motion passed on a voice vote.) (06/27/17-tabled to monitor progre
From the minutes
“The Committee VOTED: To recommend to the City Council APPROVING the placing of a Greek Military Service Monument at the West Side Corner of Clasky Common Park, at the corner of Pearl and Pleasant Streets, and that this initiative be sent on to the Park Board for approval, and to DPI Commissioner Zeb Arruda for assistance, as well as the Mayor’s Office. Motion passed on a voice vote.) (06/27/17-tabled to monitor progress) (04/25/18-tabled pending Park Board approval) (4) COMMUNICATION, Councillor Carney submitting a copy of a letter from Assistant Superintendent of Finance & Operations Andrew O’Leary, regarding naming the Sea Lab Marine Science Education Center after the late Mayor Frederick M. Kalisz, Jr. (To be Referred to the Special Committee on Memorials and Dedications.) (Ref’d 03/24/2022) (5).”
7:01 p.m. · Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
Committee on Appointments and Briefings: committee votes are recommendations to the full council, which takes the final vote. About this committee
Attendance
Present: Ian Abreu, Derek Baptiste, 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: Shane A. Burgo
During the meeting:
- Giesta arrived late (7:09)
8 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Appointments & Briefings Committee April 18, 2023 Items #2 and #3 were taken up together without objection. They were removed from the table by Councillor Giesta and seconded by Councillor Oliver. This motion passed on a voice vote. The items are as follows: Notice, City Clerk of reference of a…
To recommend to the City Council Approval of the Application for a New Private Livery License on behalf of Anastasios Kolitsis, 82 Amanda Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02745 d/b/a Anastasios LLC, 82 Amanda Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02745.
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Gomes and seconded by Councillor Lima, the Committee VOTED: To recommend to the City Council APPROVAL of the APPLICATION for a NEW PRIVATE LIVERY LICENSE on behalf of ANASTASIOS KOLITSIS, 82 Amanda Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02745 d/b/a ANASTASIOS LLC, 82 Amanda Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02745. (Matter #0488).” (Motion: Gomes, second: Lima)
To recommend to the City Council Approval of the Application for the Renewal of a Private Livery License on behalf of Anastasios Kolitsis, 82 Amanda Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02745 d/b/a Anastasios LLC, 82 Amanda Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02745.
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Gomes and seconded by Councillor Lima, the Committee VOTED: To recommend to the City Council APPROVAL of the APPLICATION for the RENEWAL of a PRIVATE LIVERY LICENSE on behalf of ANASTASIOS KOLITSIS, 82 Amanda Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02745 d/b/a ANASTASIOS LLC, 82 Amanda Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02745. (Matter #0488).” (Motion: Gomes, second: Lima)
Appointments & Briefings Committee April 18, 2023 Items #4 and #5 were taken up together without objection. They were received and placed on file by Councillor Pereira and seconded by Councillor Baptiste. This motion passed on a voice vote. The items are as follows: Notice, City Clerk of reference…
To recommend to the City Council Approval of the Application for a New Private Livery License on behalf of Isabel V. Gomez Hernandez 92 Ruth Street, New Bedford, MA 02744 d/b/a Yessica Coreas Transportation, 92 Ruth Street, New Bedford, MA 02744.
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Morad and seconded by Councillor Pereira, the Committee VOTED: To recommend to the City Council APPROVAL of the APPLICATION for a NEW PRIVATE LIVERY LICENSE on behalf of Isabel V. Gomez Hernandez 92 Ruth Street, New Bedford, MA 02744 d/b/a YESSICA COREAS TRANSPORTATION, 92 Ruth Street, New Bedford, MA 02744. (Matter #0576).” (Motion: Morad, second: Pereira)
To recommend to the City Council Approval of the Application for the Renewal of a Private Livery License on behalf of Isabel V. Gomez Hernandez, 92 Ruth Street, New Bedford, MA 02744 d/b/a Yessica Coreas Transportation, 92 Ruth Street, New Bedford, MA 02744.
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Morad and seconded by Councillor Pereira, the Committee VOTED: To recommend to the City Council APPROVAL of the APPLICATION for the RENEWAL of a PRIVATE LIVERY LICENSE on behalf of Isabel V. Gomez Hernandez, 92 Ruth Street, New Bedford, MA 02744 d/b/a YESSICA COREAS TRANSPORTATION, 92 Ruth Street, New Bedford, MA 02744. (Matter #0576).” (Motion: Morad, second: Pereira)
Appointments & Briefings Committee April 18, 2023 Items #6 and #7 were taken up together without objection. They were received and placed on file by Councillor Giesta and seconded by Councillor Lima. This motion passed on a voice vote. The items are as follows: Notice, City Clerk of reference of a…
To recommend to the City Council Approval of the Application for a New Private Livery License on behalf of Kimberly Neves, 201 Query Street, New Bedford, MA 02745, d/b/a Knn Transportation, INC., 201 Query Street, New Bedford, MA 02745.
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Gomes and seconded by Councillor Abreu, the Committee VOTED: To recommend to the City Council APPROVAL of the APPLICATION for a NEW PRIVATE LIVERY LICENSE on behalf of Kimberly Neves, 201 Query Street, New Bedford, MA 02745, d/b/a KNN TRANSPORTATION, INC., 201 Query Street, New Bedford, MA 02745. (Matter #0578).” (Motion: Gomes, second: Abreu)
To recommend to the City Council Approval of the Application for the Renewal of a Private Livery License on behalf of Kimberly Neves, 201 Query Street, New Bedford, MA 02745, d/b/a Knn Transportation, INC., 201 Query Street, New Bedford, MA 02745.
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Gomes and seconded by Councillor Abreu, the Committee VOTED: To recommend to the City Council APPROVAL of the APPLICATION for the RENEWAL of a PRIVATE LIVERY LICENSE on behalf of Kimberly Neves, 201 Query Street, New Bedford, MA 02745, d/b/a KNN TRANSPORTATION, INC., 201 Query Street, New Bedford, MA 02745. (Matter #0578).” (Motion: Gomes, second: Abreu)
Notice, City Clerk of reference of a Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Appointment of Edward C. Anthes-washburn, New Bedford, MA, to the Airport Commission; Mr. Washburn will be replacing Adam Simmons, whose term expired in 2015; this term will expire in December 2024.…
To table the matter at this time.
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Giesta and seconded by Councillor Lima, the Committee VOTED: To table the matter at this time. (Matter #0560).” (Motion: Giesta, second: Lima)
Notice, City Clerk of reference of a Written Motion, Councillor Gomes, requesting, that the Committee on Appointments and Briefings meet with Mis Director, John Costa, along with City Council Clerk Dennis Farias for the purposes of discussing the creation of a New Bedford City Council Facebook page…
To table the matter at this time.
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Gomes and seconded by Councillor Giesta, the Committee VOTED: To table the matter at this time. (Matter #0278).” (Motion: Gomes, second: Giesta)
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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