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April 25, 2024
110 recorded votes, 8 with disagreement.
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Present: Ian Abreu, Derek Baptiste, Shane A. Burgo, Naomi R. A. Carney, Leo Choquette, Maria E. Giesta, Brian K. Gomes, Linda M. Morad, Shawn Oliver, Ryan J. Pereira
Absent: Joseph P. Lopes
During the meeting:
- Gomes arrived late ()
Every vote, in order
Communication, Councillor Lopes, submitting a letter informing Council President Carney and Honorable Members of the City Council, that he will be unable to attend the City Council meeting on Thursday, April 25, 2024, due to a prior work commitment.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0544).”
Hearing, Nstar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy and Verizon New England, Inc for joint location of one pole on Thompson Street and one jointly owned pole at the intersection of Hyacinth and Thompson Streets, this work is necessary to provide electric service at 171 Rivet Street.
Hearing Held
Petition Placed on File
From the minutes
“Petition Placed on File. (Matter #0545).”
An Order,
Adopted, contingent that the installation of the poles do not block the curb cut or the garages at 44 Thompson Street and ordered recorded
From the minutes
“Adopted, contingent that the installation of the poles do not block the curb cut or the garages at 44 Thompson Street and ordered recorded. (Matter #0546).”
Hearing, Nstar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for location of one handhole in County Street, this work is necessary to provide electric service to 197 County Street.
Hearing Held
Petition Placed on File
From the minutes
“Petition Placed on File. (Matter #0547).”
An Order,
Adopted and ordered recorded
From the minutes
“Adopted and ordered recorded. (Matter #0548).”
Hearing, Nstar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for location of approximately 8’ of Conduit in Amanda Avenue, this work is necessary to provide electric service to 8 Amanda Avenue.
Hearing Held
Petition Placed on File
From the minutes
“Petition Placed on File. (Matter #0549).”
An Order,
Adopted and ordered recorded
From the minutes
“Adopted and ordered recorded. (Matter #0550).”
Hearing, Nstar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for location one handhole in Allen Street, this work is necessary to provide electric service to 564 Allen Street.
Hearing Held
Petition Placed on File
From the minutes
“Petition Placed on File. (Matter #0551).”
An Order,
Adopted, contingent that the installation of the poles do not block the curb cut or the garages at 44 Thompson Street and ordered recorded
From the minutes
“Adopted, contingent that the installation of the poles do not block the curb cut or the garages at 44 Thompson Street and ordered recorded. (Matter #0552).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Reappointment of Sandra Quadros Bowles, New Bedford, MA, to the Cemetery Board; this term will expire April 2027.
Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Morad, PereiraNo: OliverAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 1. (Councillor Oliver OPPOSED.) (Matter #0553).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Reappointment of Peter Blanchard, New Bedford, MA, to the Conservation Commission; this term will expire April 2027.
Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Morad, PereiraNo: OliverAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 1. (Councillor Oliver OPPOSED.) (Matter #0554).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Reappointment of Martin Bentz, New Bedford, MA, to the Human Rights Commission; this term will expire February 2027.
Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Morad, PereiraNo: OliverAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 1. (Councillor Oliver OPPOSED.) (Matter #0555).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Reappointment of Michael Mello, New Bedford, MA, to the Human Rights Commission; this term will expire February 2027.
Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Morad, PereiraNo: OliverAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 1. (Councillor Oliver OPPOSED.) (Matter #0556).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Reappointment of Carl J. Cruz, New Bedford, MA, to the Library Board of Trustees; this term will expire April 2027.
Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Morad, PereiraNo: OliverAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 9, Nays 1. (Councillor Oliver OPPOSED.) (Matter #0557).”
Report, Special Committee on Memorials and Dedications, recommending 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 Clasky Common Park (Pope Street side) in memory of Pfc Justin Candido Kirby with…
Recommended by the Special Committee on Memorials and Dedications
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0558).”
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 Clasky Common Park (Pope Street side) in memory of Pfc Justin Candido Kirby.
Memorial Application Approved
From the minutes
“Memorial Application Approved. (Matter #1534).”
Report, Committee on City Property, recommending to the City Council Adoption of the Order and Lease Agreement, between the New Bedford Municipal Airport and MassAir Trust.
Recommended by the Committee on City Property
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0559).”
City of New Bedford City Council January 11, 2024 Ordered, that the City Council and Mayor hereby approves and authorizes the Mayor to execute a lease between the New Bedford, Municipal Airport and MassAir Trust for a certain tract of land on the Airport comprising a parcel of land of approximately…
Adopted
Lease Agreement, by and between the New Bedford Airport Commission and MassAir Trust.
Adopted
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Application, Andy Reyes Acosta d/b/a King Christ Auto Sales Corp., for a Special Permit for Motor Vehicle General Repair, at 275 County Street, New Bedford, MA 02740.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0560).”
An Application,
Special Permit Granted
From the minutes
“Special Permit Granted. (Matter #0561).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Petition, on behalf of Richard Frade, Lakeville, MA 02347 d/b/a Church St LLC, 781 Church Street, New Bedford, MA 02745, requesting that he be granted a Waiver of Residency in accordance with Section…
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0562).”
Petition, Richard Frade, Lakeville, MA 02347 d/b/a Church St LLC, 781 Church Street, New Bedford, MA 02745, requesting that he be granted a Waiver of Residency in accordance with Section 15-38 of the City Code, to obtain a License to Deal in Junk, Old Metals or Any Other Secondhand Articles.
Waiver Granted
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Waiver Granted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0117).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Application for the New Private Livery License, on behalf of Crystal Burt and Reginald Mendes, 985 Maplewood Street, New Bedford, MA 02745 d/b/a Kids Shuttle, LLC, 985 Maplewood Street, New Bedford, MA…
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0563).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to City Council, on behalf of Crystal Burt and Reginald Mendes, 985 Maplewood Street, New Bedford, MA 02745 d/b/a Kids Shuttle, LLC, 985 Maplewood Street, New Bedford, MA 02745, hereby submitting a copy of the Application requesting a New Private…
Livery License Granted
From the minutes
“Livery License Granted. (Matter #0350).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Application for the Renewal of a Private Livery License, on behalf of Crystal Burt and Reginald Mendes, 985 Maplewood Street, New Bedford, MA 02745 d/b/a Kids Shuttle, LLC, 985 Maplewood Street, New…
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0564).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to City Council, on behalf of Crystal Burt and Reginald Mendes, 985 Maplewood Street, New Bedford, MA 02745 d/b/a Kids Shuttle, LLC, 985 Maplewood Street, New Bedford, MA 02745, hereby submitting a copy of the Application requesting a Renewal of…
Livery License Granted
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Application of Ronald Allen Spear as a Constable.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0565).”
An Application,
Appointment Confirmed
From the minutes
“Appointment Confirmed. (Matter #0328).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council 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 #0566).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Reappointment of Marcelino “Sonny” G. Almeida, New Bedford, MA, to the Licensing Board, this term will expire June 2028.
Vote to Confirm – FAILS
Yes: Baptiste, Gomes, MoradNo: Abreu, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Vote to Confirm – FAILS – Yeas 3, Nays 7. (Councillors Baptiste, Gomes and Morad IN FAVOR.) (Matter #2014).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Reappointment of Catherine Kramer, New Bedford, MA to the Airport Commission; this term will expire December 2026.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0567).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Reappointment of Catherine Kramer, New Bedford, MA to the Airport Commission; this term will expire December 2026.
Reappointment Confirmed
From the minutes
“Reappointment Confirmed. (Matter #0110).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Appointment of Brandon Fernandez, New Bedford, MA, the City Arborist, as the Department of Public Infrastructure’s designee to the Board of Park Commissioners: this term will expire May 2025.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0568).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Appointment of Brandon Fernandez, New Bedford, MA, the City Arborist, as the Department of Public Infrastructure’s designee to the Board of Park Commissioners.
Appointment Confirmed, Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Appointment Confirmed, Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0322).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Appointment of Robert Cabral, New Bedford, MA, to the Council on Aging; Mr. Cabral will be replacing Zachary Boyer, who has resigned; this term will expire December 2025.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
NO FURTHER ACTION
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Appointment of Robert Cabral, New Bedford, MA, to the Council on Aging; Mr. Cabral will be replacing Zachary Boyer, who has resigned; this term will expire December 2025.
Vote to Confirm – FAILS
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Carney, Choquette, GomesNo: Burgo, Giesta, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Vote to Confirm – FAILS – Yeas 5, Nays 5. (Councillors Abreu, Baptiste, Carney, Choquette, and Gomes IN FAVOR.) (Matter #0410).”
Report, Committee on Appointments and Briefings, recommending to the City Council Approval of the Appointment of Guelmie Santiago, New Bedford, MA to the Zoning Board of Appeals, replacing Robert J. Schilling, whose term expired; this term will expire December 2028.
Recommended by the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0570).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the Appointment of Guelmie Santiago, New Bedford, MA to the Zoning Board of Appeals, replacing Robert J. Schilling, whose term expired; this term will expire December 2028.
Appointment Confirmed
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, MoradNo: Oliver, PereiraAbsent: LopesThe minutes spell one name “Oliveira”; the only councilor with a similar name is Councilor Oliver, so it is read as Oliver. We have asked the City Clerk to confirm (Oct. 1, 2026).
From the minutes
“Appointment Confirmed – Yeas 8, Nays 2. (Councillors Oliveira and Pereira OPPOSED.) (Matter #0411).”
Report, Committee on Finance, recommending to the City Council Adoption of an Order and a Lease Agreement, authorizing the City to enter into a five-year lease agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Body Worn Cameras (Bwc) including training, hardware, software and storage.
Recommended by the Committee on Finance
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0571).”
City of New Bedford City Council March 14, 2024 Ordered, that the City of New Bedford, acting by and through its New Bedford Police Department, in accordance with M.g.l. c. 30B, Section 12(b) for contracts in excess of three years’ duration, is hereby authorized to enter into a five-year agreement…
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0314).”
Lease Agreement,
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Lopes
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Matter #0315).”
Report, Committee on Ordinances, recommending to the City Council, Approval of the Ordinances, amending Chapter 17, Section 17-18, Noncriminal disposition of violations of certain Ordinances, rules and regulations and amending Chapter 17, Section 17-28, Chapter 40U of the Massachusetts General Laws.
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0572).”
An Ordinance, Chapter 17, Section 17-18 - Noncriminal disposition of violations of certain Ordinances, rules and regulations.
Passed to a Second reading, as Amended
From the minutes
“Passed to a Second reading, as Amended. (Matter #0108).”
An Ordinance, Chapter 17, Section 17-28 - Chapter 40U of the Massachusetts General Laws.
Passed to a Second Reading, as Amended
From the minutes
“Passed to a Second Reading, as Amended. (Matter #0109).”
Report, Special Committee on Memorials and Dedications, recommending that the City Council take “No Further Action” on the 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…
Recommended by the Special Committee on Memorials and Dedications
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0573).”
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 Buttonwood Park (next to the duck pond facing Brownell Avenue, in front of the parking lot) in honor of Ed and…
NO FURTHER ACTION
Report, Committee on City Property, recommending that the City Council take “No Further Action” on the Communication and Request for Proposal(Draft), for Police Station #2, located at 170 Cove Street.
Recommended by the Committee on City Property
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0574).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting a Draft Request for Proposal of Police Station #2, located at 170 Cove Street.
NO FURTHER ACTION
Request for Proposal (Draft),
NO FURTHER ACTION
Report, Committee on City Property, recommending that the City Council take “No Further Action” on the Communication and Request for Proposal(Draft), for Fire Station #3, located at 834 Kempton Street.
Recommended by the Committee on City Property
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0575).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting a Draft Request for Proposal of Fire Station #3, located at 834 Kempton Street.
NO FURTHER ACTION
Request for Proposal (Draft),
NO FURTHER ACTION
Report, Committee on City Property, recommending that the City Council take “No Further Action” on the Communication and Request for Proposal(Draft), for Fire Station #11, located at 754 Brock Avenue.
Recommended by the Committee on City Property
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0576).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting a Draft Request for Proposal of Fire Station #11, located at 754 Brock Avenue.
NO FURTHER ACTION
Request for Proposal (Draft),
NO FURTHER ACTION
Report, Committee on Finance, recommending that the City Council take “No Further Action” on the Substitute Motion submitted by Councillors Gomes, Oliver and Choquette, requesting that the City Council go on record in opposition on current provisions within the Governor’s Municipal Empowerment Act,…
Recommended by the Committee on Finance
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0577).”
Substitute Motion, Councillors Gomes, Oliver and Choquette, requesting that the City Council go on record in opposition on current provisions within the Governor’s Municipal Empowerment Act, specifically, the provisions which allows increases to the local option lodging tax on motels, hotels and…
NO FURTHER ACTION
Report, Committee on Ordinances, recommending that the City Council take “No Further Action” on the Report, Committee on Ordinances, recommending to the City Council Adoption of an Ordinance, amending Chapter 12, Health and Sanitation, Article II, Littering Generally, by adding Section 12-41.1,…
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances
Recommendation Followed
From the minutes
“Recommendation Followed. (Matter #0578).”
Report, Committee on Ordinances, recommending to the City Council Adoption of an Ordinance, amending Chapter 12, Health and Sanitation, Article II, Littering Generally, by adding Section 12-41.1, Duty of Property Owners to maintain Yard and Adjacent Area.
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances
NO FURTHER ACTION
An Ordinance,
NO FURTHER ACTION
Written Motion, Councillor Morad, requesting, that Vanity Cancel, Acting Director of Personnel provide to the City Council's Budget Quasi Committee of the Whole a listing by City Department and Enterprise Fund of all vacant positions as of May 15, 2024; said listing shall include the date each…
Referred to the City Council's Budget Quasi Committee of the Whole, the Acting Director of Personnel, Vanity Cancel and the Chief Financial Officer, Bob Ekstrom
From the minutes
“Referred to the City Council's Budget Quasi Committee of the Whole, the Acting Director of Personnel, Vanity Cancel and the Chief Financial Officer, Bob Ekstrom. (Matter #0579).”
Written Motion, Councillors Morad and Pereira, requesting, that the Committee on Ordinances review Chapter 19 of the City Code in consideration of amending Section 19-7, to include an annual modification in the Unit C Salary Schedule to adjust for inflation by using an index, (such as the Consumer…
Referred to the Committee on Ordinances
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Ordinances. (Matter #0580).”
Petition/Indemnity Agreement, HallKeen Management/Union Street Lofts at 741 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA 02740, for permission to encroach onto City property with a 47ft. 11in. x 4ft. 6in. Awning.
Referred to the Committee on City Property
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on City Property. (Matter #0581).”
An Order,
Referred to the Committee on City Property
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on City Property. (Matter #0582).”
Petition/Indemnity Agreement, HallKeen Management/Union Street Lofts at 747 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA 02740, for permission to encroach onto City property with a 19ft. 3in. x 4ft. 6in. Awning.
Referred to the Committee on City Property
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on City Property. (Matter #0583).”
An Order,
Referred to the Committee on City Property
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on City Property. (Matter #0584).”
Petition/Indemnity Agreement, HallKeen Management/Union Street Lofts at 753 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA 02740, for permission to encroach onto City property with a17ft. 6in. x 4ft. 6in. Awning.
Referred to the Committee on City Property
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on City Property. (Matter #0585).”
An Order,
Referred to the Committee on City Property
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on City Property. (Matter #0586).”
Petition/Indemnity Agreement, HallKeen Management/Union Street Lofts at 761 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA 02740, for permission to encroach onto City property with a 18ft. 6in. x 4ft. 6in. Awning.
Referred to the Committee on City Property
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on City Property. (Matter #0587).”
An Order,
Referred to the Committee on City Property
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on City Property. (Matter #0588).”
Petition/Indemnity Agreement, HallKeen Management/Union Street Lofts at 763 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA 02740, for permission to encroach onto City property with a 21ft. x 4ft. 6in. Awning.
Referred to the Committee on City Property
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on City Property. (Matter #0589).”
An Order,
Referred to the Committee on City Property
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on City Property. (Matter #0590).”
Petition/Indemnity Agreement, HallKeen Management/Union Street Lofts at 767 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA 02740, for permission to encroach onto City property with a 25ft. 9in. x 4ft. 6in. Awning.
Referred to the Committee on City Property
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on City Property. (Matter #0591).”
An Order,
Referred to the Committee on City Property
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on City Property. (Matter #0592).”
Petition, Edward Nicholas Abdow, Mattapoisett, MA 02739 d/b/a New Bedford Hauling, 1245 Shawmut Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02746, requesting, that he be granted a Waiver of Residency in accordance with Section 15-38 of the City Code, to obtain a License to Deal in Junk, Old Metals or Any Other…
Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Appointments and Briefings. (Matter #0593).”
Communication, Councillor Gomes, submitting a response to a request in a Written Motion made at the City Council Meeting on March 14, 2024 regarding the fire at Brittany Global Technologies.
Referred to the Committee on Public Safety & Neighborhoods
From the minutes
“Referred to the Committee on Public Safety & Neighborhoods. (Matter #0594).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council Dennis Farias, submitting a copy of a letter sent to Martires Heredia-Cuevas, Owner/Operator of Dominic Auto Services, regarding the revocation of his Motor Vehicle Special Permit for his business located at 31 Scott Street in New Bedford.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0595).”
Communication, Councillor Pereira, submitting a copy of a presentation from the Department of Facilities and Fleet Management regarding code enforcement and violations relating to residential property management.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0596).”
Communication, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, submitting a copy of a letter from Councillors Abreu, Baptiste, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Morad, Oliver and Pereira, regarding Governor Healy’s proposed “Municipal Empowerment Act”.
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0597).”
Citation, Councillors Morad and Lopes, honoring Germaine Damm., in recognition of the celebration of your 90th Birthday on April 24, 2024 and wishes that the Good Lord will give you continued Health and Happiness.
Adopted, to be presented at a later date
From the minutes
“Adopted, to be presented at a later date. (Matter #0598).”
Constable Bond, Richard J. Coletti, East Wareham, MA 02538, in the amount of $5,000.00 with the Ngm Insurance Company. Presented
Approved
Written Motion, Council President Carney, requesting, that the following street(s) Be Closed: in front of 229 Coffin Avenue, starting on Monday, April 22, 2024, to Friday, April 26, 2024, from 7:00 A.m. to 4:00 P.m., for the purpose of Farland Corp. installing a fire suppression system at the above…
Received and Action of the City Council President Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Council President Ratified. (Matter #0600).”
Written Motion, Councillor Gomes, requesting, on behalf of the Department of Veteran’s Services, that the following street(s) be Closed: Pearl Street, from Pleasant Street to County Street; Pleasant Street, from Pope Street to Pearl Street; Parker Street, from Hathaway Street to County Street;…
Permission Granted
Written Motion, Councillor Pereira, requesting, on behalf of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, that the following street(s) be Closed: Katherine Street, from Crapo Street to Bonney Street, on Friday, May 17, 2024, from 10:00 A.m., Through Sunday, May 19, 2024, to 10:00 P.m., for the purpose of Our…
Permission Granted
Written Motion, Councillor Baptiste, requesting, on behalf of the United Way of Greater New Bedford, that the following street(s) be Closed: William Street, from North Sixth Street to Pleasant Street, on Friday, May 10, 2024, from 7:30 A.m. to 9:00 A.m., for the purpose of the United Way’s Annual…
Permission Granted
Petition/Indemnity Agreement, Andrew Horowitz, on behalf of HallKeen Management/Union Street Lofts, 1400 Providence Highway Suite 100, Norwood MA 02110, for permission to erect and maintain a non-illuminated, 3 feet ¼” x 10 ¼ “, projecting sign at 741 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA, Provisionally…
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #0604).”
Petition/Indemnity Agreement, Andrew Horowitz, on behalf of HallKeen Management/Union Street Lofts, 1400 Providence Highway Suite 100, Norwood MA 02110, for permission to erect and maintain a non-illuminated, 3 feet ¼” x 10 ¼ “, projecting sign at 747 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA, Provisionally…
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #0605).”
Petition/Indemnity Agreement, Andrew Horowitz, on behalf of HallKeen Management/Union Street Lofts, 1400 Providence Highway Suite 100, Norwood MA 02110, for permission to erect and maintain a non-illuminated, 3 feet ¼” x 10 ¼ “, projecting sign at 753 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA, Provisionally…
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #0606).”
Petition/Indemnity Agreement, Andrew Horowitz, on behalf of HallKeen Management/Union Street Lofts, 1400 Providence Highway Suite 100, Norwood MA 02110, for permission to erect and maintain a non-illuminated, 3 feet ¼” x 10 ¼ “, projecting sign at 761 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA, Provisionally…
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #0607).”
Petition/Indemnity Agreement, Andrew Horowitz, on behalf of HallKeen Management/Union Street Lofts, 1400 Providence Highway Suite 100, Norwood MA 02110, for permission to erect and maintain a non-illuminated, 3 feet ¼” x 10 ¼”, projecting sign at 763 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA, Provisionally…
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #0608).”
Petition/Indemnity Agreement, Andrew Horowitz, on behalf of HallKeen Management/Union Street Lofts, 1400 Providence Highway Suite 100, Norwood MA 02110, for permission to erect and maintain a non-illuminated, 3 feet ¼” x 10 ¼ “, projecting sign at 767 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA, Provisionally…
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified. (Matter #0609).”
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 a meeting held on February 22, 2024; the Licensing Board for a meeting held on February 26, 2024; the Park Board for…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0610).”
Application, Cardoso Contracting, Inc., for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 874 Purchase Street / 385 Acushnet Avenue, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on April 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 #0611).”
Application, D.f. Pray, Inc., for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 278 Union Street, from Eighth Street to Spring Street (one way), provisionally granted by the City Clerk on April 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 #0612).”
Application, W.c. Smith & Sons, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at 36 James Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on April 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 #0613).”
Application, R.j. Canessa Excavating Co., for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at Es Braley Road, Plot 136 / Lot 0542, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on April 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 #0614).”
Application, B and B Excavation Inc., for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at Commercial Street, including corners and Front Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on April 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 #0615).”
Application, Mike Andrade Excavation, LLC, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at Ss Hathaway Road (Map 120 Lot 2, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on April 17, 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 #0616).”
Application, Frank Corp. Environmental Services, for permission to maintain a Street Obstruction at Intersection of East Rodney French Boulevard and Butler Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on April 22, 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 #0617).”
Application, W.c. Smith & Sons, to Disturb the Surface, of 36 James Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on April 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 #0618).”
Application, R.j. Canessa Excavating Co., to Disturb the Surface, of Es Braley Road, Plot 136 / Lot 0542, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on April 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 #0619).”
Application,B and B Excavation Co., to Disturb the Surface, of Commercial Street, including corners and Front Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on April 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 #0620).”
Application, Mike Andrade Excavation, LLC, to Disturb the Surface, of Ss Hathaway Road (Map 120 Lot 2), provisionally granted by the City Clerk on April 17, 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 #0621).”
Application, Frank Corp. Environmental Services, to Disturb the Surface, of Intersection of East Rodney French Boulevard and Butler Street, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on April 22, 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 #0622).”
Applications, Eversource Gas, to Disturb the Surface, provisionally granted by the City Clerk on April 16, 2024, , subject to ratification by the Mayor and City Council as follows: 403 Rockdale Avenue (#0623) 82 Summit Street (#0624) 124 Potomska Street (#0625) 39-41 Parker Street (#0626) 22 Locust…
Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified
From the minutes
“Received and Action of the City Clerk Ratified..”
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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