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February 22, 2024
80 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: Ian Abreu, Shane A. Burgo, Naomi R. A. Carney, Leo Choquette, Brian K. Gomes, Joseph P. Lopes, Linda M. Morad, Shawn Oliver, Ryan J. Pereira
Absent: Derek Baptiste, Maria E. Giesta
During the meeting:
- Gomes arrived late (7:06)
Every vote, in order
Communication, Councillor Giesta to the City Council President and Honorable Members of the City Council, notifying that she will be unable to attend the City Council Meeting of the City Council on Thursday, February 22, 2024 due to a family commitment.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0232).”
Communication, Councillor Baptiste to Members of the City Council, informing that he is unable to attend the City Council Meeting on Thursday, February 22, 2024.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0233).”
Hearing, Nstar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for location of approximately 12’ of 1-3” conduit along the sidewalk in Maxfield Street, this work is necessary to provide electric service to 501 Maxfield Street.
Hearing Held
Petition placed on file
From the minutes
“Petition placed on file. (Matter #0234).”
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 #0235).”
Hearing, Nstar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for location of approximately 10’ of 1-3” conduit along the sidewalk in Myrtle Street, this work is necessary to provide electric service to 393 Myrtle Street.
Hearing Held
Petition placed on file
From the minutes
“Petition placed on file. (Matter #0236).”
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 #0237).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting a proposed Tax Increment Exemption (TIE) Agreement, Housing Development Incentive Program (Hdip) Application and Resolution approved by the Tax Increment Financing Board for a twenty (20) year Tax Increment Exemption (TIE) Agreement for One…
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0238).”
Resolution, Approving the Tax Increment Exemption Housing Development Incentive Program and Agreement for One Circle Holdings, LLC regarding 193-197 Union Street.
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0239).”
Report, Committee on Ordinances, recommending to the City Council, Adoption of an Ordinance, amending Chapter 9, Section 1200 and inserting a new Section, 4231 of the City Code, relative to Body Art Separation Distances.
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0240).”
An Ordinance, amending Chapter 9, Section 1200 and inserting a new Section #4231 of the City Code, relative to Body Art Separation Distances.
Passed to a Second Reading
From the minutes
“Passed to a Second Reading. (Matter #2021).”
Report, Committee on Ordinances, recommending to the City Council, Adoption of an Ordinance, amending Chapter 10, Finance; Taxation; Property, Article I, Section 10-47, Departmental Revolving Fund (Police Department).
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0241).”
An Ordinance, amending Chapter 10, Finance; Taxation; Property, Article I, Section 10-47, Departmental Revolving Fund (Police Department).
Passed to a Second Reading
From the minutes
“Passed to a Second Reading. (Matter #0659).”
Report, Committee on Finance, recommending to the City Council, Adoption of the Order, as Amended, for the Transfer of $160,000.00 from Employee Benefits Charges and Services to Ems Salaries and Wages.
Recommended by the Committee on Finance
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0242).”
An Order,
Adopted as amended
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Gomes, Lopes, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste, Giesta
From the minutes
“Adopted as amended – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (#(0185).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Application for the New Private Livery License, on behalf of Joseph Manuel Sanches, 798 County Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 d/b/a Joy Transportation, 798 County Street, New Bedford, MA 02740.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0243).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to City Council, on behalf of Joseph Manuel Sanches, 798 County Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 d/b/a Joy Transportation, 798 County Street, New Bedford, MA 02740, hereby submitting a copy of an Application requesting a New Private Livery License…
Livery License Granted
From the minutes
“Livery License Granted. (Matter #0050).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Application for the New Private Livery License, on behalf of Joao F. Desa Ramos, 316 Davis Street, Apt. #3, New Bedford, MA 02746 d/b/a Jsr Transportation, LLC, 316 Davis Street, Apt. #3, New Bedford,…
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0244).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to City Council, on behalf of Joao F. Desa Ramos, 316 Davis Street, Apt. #3, New Bedford, MA 02746 d/b/a Jsr Transportation, LLC, 316 Davis Street, Apt. #3, New Bedford, MA 02746, hereby submitting a copy of an Application requesting a New…
Livery License Granted
From the minutes
“Livery License Granted. (Matter #0051).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Application for the New Private Livery License, on behalf of John F. Gregorio, 464 South Second Street, New Bedford, MA 02744 d/b/a Gregorio Transportation, 464 South Second Street, New Bedford, MA…
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0245).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to City Council, on behalf of John F. Gregorio, 464 South Second Street, New Bedford, MA 02744 d/b/a Gregorio Transportation, 464 South Second Street, New Bedford, MA 02744, hereby submitting a copy of the Application requesting a New Private…
Livery License Granted
From the minutes
“Livery License Granted. (Matter #0052).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Reappointment of Kathryn Duff, New Bedford, MA, 02740 to the Planning Board; this term will expire October 2026.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0246).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Reappointment of Kathryn Duff, New Bedford, MA, 02740 to the Planning Board; this term will expire October 2026.
Reappointment Confirmed
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Gomes, LopesNo: Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste, Giesta
From the minutes
“Reappointment Confirmed – Yeas 6, Nays 3. (Councillors Morad, Oliver and Pereira OPPOSED.) (Matter #1943).”
Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Gomes, Lopes, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste, Giesta
From the minutes
“Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Matter #1943).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Reappointment of Debra Trahan, New Bedford, MA, as an Alternate Member to the Zoning Board of Appeals, this term will expire December 2028.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0247).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Reappointment of Debra Trahan, New Bedford MA, as an Alternate Member to the Zoning Board of Appeals, this term will expire December 2028.
Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Gomes, Lopes, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste, Giesta
From the minutes
“Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Matter #2013).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, sending an Unfavorable recommendation to the City Council for the Approval of the Reappointment of Marcelino “Sonny” G. Almeida, New Bedford, MA, to the Licensing Board, this term will expire June 2028.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0248).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Appointment of Jonathan Carvalho, New Bedford, MA to the Zoning Board of Appeals, replacing Leo E. Choquette, who has resigned; this term will expire December 2026.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0249).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Appointment of Jonathan Carvalho, New Bedford, MA to the Zoning Board of Appeals, replacing Leo E. Choquette, who has resigned; this term will expire December 2026.
Appointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Gomes, Lopes, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste, Giesta
From the minutes
“Appointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Matter #0026).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Appointment of Gordon Carr, Executive Director of the Port Authority, as the New Bedford designee to the Steamship Authority’s Port Council; this term will expire December 31, 2024.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0250).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Appointment of Gordon Carr, Executive Director of the Port Authority, as the New Bedford designee to the Steamship Authority’s Port Council; this term will expire December 31, 2024.
Appointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Gomes, Lopes, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Baptiste, Giesta
From the minutes
“Appointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 0. (Matter #0027).”
Report, Committee on Ordinances, recommending that the City Council, take “No Further Action” on the Report, Special Committee on Affordable Housing & Homeless Affairs, recommending that the City Council explore by Ordinance the creation of a Homeless Crisis Coordinator to organize Public and…
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0251).”
Report, Special Committee on Affordable Housing & Homeless Affairs, recommending that the City Council explore by Ordinance the creation of a Homeless Crisis Coordinator to organize Public and Non-Profit Organizations and avoid duplication of available programs to address homelessness and mental…
Recommended by the Special Committee on Affordable Housing & Homeless Affairs
NO FURTHER ACTION. (#1724b)
Report, Committee on Ordinances, recommending that the City Council take “No Further Action” on the Written Motion, Councillor Baptiste, requesting, that the Committee on Ordinances review and consider changes to Section 4200 of the City Code that deals with body art establishments that currently…
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0252).”
Written Motion, Councillor Baptiste, requesting, that the Committee on Ordinances review and consider changes to Section 4200 of the City Code that deals with body art establishments that currently prohibits some salons from performing a cosmetic enhancement procedure that is distinguishable from…
NO FURTHER ACTION
Report, Committee on Ordinances, recommending that the City Council take “No Further Action” on the Written Motion, Councillor Giesta, Council President Abreu, Councillors Lima, Markey, Pereira, Baptiste and Carney, requesting, that the Police Chief, Paul Oliveira, come before the Committee on…
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0253).”
Written Motion, Councillor Giesta, Council President Abreu, Councillors Lima, Markey, Pereira, Baptiste and Carney, requesting, that the Police Chief, Paul Oliveira, come before the Committee on Ordinances to discuss the ongoing problem with Atv and dirt bikes, speeding around the City erratically…
NO FURTHER ACTION
Report, Committee on Ordinances, recommending that the City Council take “No Further Action” on the Written Motion, Councillor Oliver, requesting that the Committee on Ordinances meet to discuss drafting an Ordinance which would hinder the availability of gasoline for illegal purposes and to…
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0254).”
Written Motion, Councillor Oliver, requesting, that the Committee on Ordinances meet to discuss drafting an Ordinance which would hinder the availability of gasoline for illegal purposes and to address the ongoing public safety issues surrounding the operation of all-terrain vehicles, mini-cycles,…
NO FURTHER ACTION
Report, Committee on Finance, recommending that the City Council take “No Further Action” on the Written Motion, Councillor Morad, requesting that the Management Information Systems Director John Costa, Chief Financial Officer Robert Ekstrom and Acting Administrative Assistant to the Board…
Recommended by the Committee on Finance
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0255).”
Written Motion, Councillor Morad, requesting that the Management Information Systems Director John Costa, Chief Financial Officer Robert Ekstrom and Acting Administrative Assistant to the Board Assessors Judith Serdahl come before the Committee on Finance to discuss the recent change of vendor for…
NO FURTHER ACTION
Written Motion, Councillor Lopes, requesting, on behalf of concerned residents, that the Traffic Commission consider placing “No Parking” signs starting on the southwest corner of Ash and Hawthorn Streets and concluding at 110 Hawthorn Street.
Referred to the Traffic Commission
From the minutes
“Referred to the Traffic Commission. (Matter #0256).”
Written Motion, Councillor Lopes, requesting that the Department of Public Infrastructure and the Traffic Commission approve the installation of speed tables on Brownell Avenue as part of improvements being made to said avenue, the speed tables should be located both east and west of entrance/exit…
Referred to the Department of Public Infrastructure and the New Bedford Traffic Commission
From the minutes
“Referred to the Department of Public Infrastructure and the New Bedford Traffic Commission. (Matter #0257).”
Written Motion, Councillor Morad, requesting that Chief Financial Officer Robert Ekstrom, New Bedford Economic Development Council Executive Director Derek Santos and Facilities and Fleet Management Director Jennifer Vieira appear before the Committee on Finance to provide details of revenue…
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0258).”
Written Motion, Councillor Gomes, requesting that the Special Committee on Memorials and Dedications meet to discuss a location to honor the late Mr. Peter Britto, the Champion of youth basketball; Mr. Britto was a committed and dedicated beacon in serving the youth in the community; and that the…
Referred to the Special Committee on Memorials and Dedications
From the minutes
“Referred to the Special Committee on Memorials and Dedications. (Matter #0259).”
Written Motion, Councillors Choquette and Abreu, requesting that the Committee on Appointments and Briefings meet with the Department of Public Infrastructure, the Police Department, the Traffic Commission, the Fire Department, Ems and the Mitchell Administration to discuss the feasibility of…
Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Yes: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Gomes, Lopes, Oliver, PereiraNo: MoradAbsent: Baptiste, Giesta
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings – Yeas 8, Nays 1. (Councillor Morad OPPOSED.) (Matter #0260).”
Communication, Councillor Choquette, submitting a letter from Steven A. Beauregard, Executive Director of the New Bedford Housing Authority, in support of the use of a speed hump on a trial basis in the Morton Avenue area.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0261).”
Communication, Councillor Choquette, submitting a Traffic Calming Presentation and Complete Streets Policy from the town of Agawam, Massachusetts.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0262).”
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 Hazelwood Park (at the center croquet court) in memory of Ruth Nicolaci.
Referred to the Special Committee on Memorials and Dedications
From the minutes
“Referred to the Special Committee on Memorials and Dedications. (Matter #0263).”
Communication, Councillor Morad submitting a copy of a letter from Manza Arthur, Supervisor of Records of the Public Records Division, to Associate City Solicitor Nicholas DeMarco regarding a Public Records appeal from Craig Ptaszenski.
Referred to the City Solicitor Eric Jaikes
From the minutes
“Referred to the City Solicitor Eric Jaikes. (Matter #0264).”
Communication, Janine da Silva, Chairperson, Community Preservation Committee, submitting the Community Preservation Committee’s FY24 Project Funding Recommendations.
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0265).”
Communication, Manuel DeBrito, Board of Election Commissioners, to City Council, submitting the Presidential Primary Election Warrant for Tuesday, March 5, 2024, this warrant has been signed by the majority of the City Council and will be posted on the 7th day prior to the Election date as mandated…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0266).”
Communication, Dennis W. Farias, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, submitting a request from New City America, Inc. regarding the establishment of a New Downtown New Bedford Business Improvement District.
Referred to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Matter #0267).”
Communication, Councillor Gomes, submitting a copy of a letter sent to the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities regarding Cruz Development Corporation’s proposal to build an 83 unit project in New Bedford.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0268).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council Dennis Farias, submitting a copy of a letter and Order of Taking from MassDOT - Highway Division, regarding the taking of temporary easements for the construction and/or reconstruction of Kings Highway.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0269).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council Dennis Farias, submitting a copy of a Press Release from Governor Healey’s Office, regarding over $8 Million in Grants to support Greater Food Access in Massachusetts.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0270).”
Citation, Councillors Morad and Burgo, honoring South Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, in recognition of the Grand Opening and with sincere appreciation for your commitment to and advocacy for opportunities that a strong community-based network will provide for Hispanic and minority owned…
Adopted, to be presented at a later date
From the minutes
“Adopted, to be presented at a later date. (Matter #0271).”
Constable Bond, Safira Goncalves, New Bedford, MA 02740, in the amount of $5,000.00 with the Western Surety Company.
Approved
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to the City Council, notifying that the Office of the City Clerk has received Meeting Minutes from the Board of Assessors for meetings held on January 11 and 25, 2024; Community Preservation Committee for meetings held on January 23 and 30, 2024…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0273).”
Application, Biszko Building Systems, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at Mill Street (between James Street and Liberty Street), provisionally granted by the City Clerk on February 06, 2024, 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 #0274).”
Application, Century Paving & Construction Corp., for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 140 Nauset Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on February 08, 2024, 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 #0275).”
Application, R.j. Canessa Excavating Co., for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 147 8th Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on February 09, 2024, 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 #0276).”
Application, R.j. Canessa Excavating Co., for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at Mt. Pleasant Street, Plot 96/Lot 46, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on February 12, 2024, 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 #0277).”
Application, Mike Andrade Excavation, LLC, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 253 - 255 Nash Road, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on February 14, 2024, 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 #0278).”
Application, W.c. Smith & Son, Inc., for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 52 Morgan Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on February 14, 2024, 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 #0279).”
Application, Mike Andrade Excavation, LLC, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 1 Coffin Avenue, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on February 14, 2024, 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 #0280).”
Application, R.j. Canessa Excavating Co., for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 53 Short Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on February 16, 2024, 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 #0281).”
Application, Jlc Construction, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 1502 Purchase Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on February 16, 2024, 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 #0282).”
Application, Biszko Building Systems, to Disturb the Surface, of Mill Street (between James Street and Liberty Street), provisionally granted by the City Clerk on February 06, 2024, 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 #0283).”
Application, Century Paving & Construction Corp., to Disturb the Surface, of 140 Nauset Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on February 08, 2024, 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 #0284).”
Application, R.j. Canessa Excavating Co., to Disturb the Surface, of 147 8th Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on February 09, 2024, 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 #0285).”
Application, R.j. Canessa Excavating Co., to Disturb the Surface, of Mt. Pleasant Street, Plot 96/Lot46, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on February 12, 2024, 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 #0286).”
Application, Mike Andrade Excavation, LLC, to Disturb the Surface, of 253 - 255 Nash Road, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on February 14, 2024, 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 #0287).”
Application, W.c. Smith & Son, Inc., to Disturb the Surface, of 52 Morgan Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on February 14, 2024, 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 #0288).”
Application, Mike Andrade Excavation, LLC, to Disturb the Surface, of 1 Coffin Avenue, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on February 14, 2024, 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 #0289).”
Application, R.j. Canessa Excavating Co., to Disturb the Surface, of 53 Short Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on February 16, 2024, 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 #0290).”
Application, Jlc Construction, to Disturb the Surface, of 1502 Purchase Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on February 16, 2024, 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 #0291).”
Applications, Eversource Gas, to Disturb the Surface, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on February 06, 2024, subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council as follows: Barkers Lane (from Acushnet Avenue and continue 150’ east to rear of 117 Union Street) (#0292) 7 Durfee Court…
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified..”
Petition, Nstar Electric Company, d/b/a Eversource Energy for location of one Fo Pole on Brock Avenue, this work is necessary to provide electric service to 0 Brock Avenue.
Received And Hearing Ordered for Thursday, March 14, 2024
From the minutes
“Received And Hearing Ordered for Thursday, March 14, 2024..”
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