September 23, 2024

SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL GRANT THE RELIEF REQUESTED BY NATIONAL GRID?

The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.

Motion presented by Councillor Argenzio, Councillor Haas, Councillor Silvestri: That the Mayor request the DPW to assist the owners of Murray's Tavern with the installation of a flag pole. The owners of Murray's Tavern have graciously offered to donate a flag pole to be placed at the corner of Page Street and Broadway on the newly created island in front of the tavern. This location would be a perfect spot to display the American Flag as people enter the City from Chelsea and RT. 16.

The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.

Motion presented by Councillor Kelley, Council President Cogliandro: That the Mayor request the owner of the hotel being constructed at 125 Squire Road to appear before the City Council to provide a construction update. It appears that construction has not been progressing.

The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.

Motion presented by Councillor Kelley, City Councillor Giannino: That the Mayor request the owner of the Popeye's project at 304 Squire Road to appear before the City Council to provide an update on the construction.

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Motion presented by Councillor Kelley: That the Mayor request the DPW to examine the corner of Gordon and Sargent Streets at the Whelan School to determine if an additional crosswalk and handicap ramp can be installed in the interest of student and pedestrian safety.

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Motion presented by Councillor McKenna: That the Mayor request the License Commission to use its full and total discretion for implementing conditions for special one-day event licenses including but not limited to setting a maximum number of attendees, require head-count staff at point of entry, require public/private security, require minimum number of restroom facilities, requiring crowd manager certification, and/or submission of parking/traffic plan.

The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted. The minutes record the result as “Ordered As Amended”.

Motion presented by Council President Cogliandro: That the Mayor direct the DPW to ensure work trucks are not parked on city streets when there is no work taking place. There have been issues in the last two weeks with trucks being left in parking spots in front of homes with no work taking place. These vehicles are taking up parking spots in neighborhoods that residents rely on.

The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.

Motion presented by Councillor Haas, Councillor Silvestri: That the Mayor be requested to notify the City Council whenever there is a change in leadership within a department, whether by termination, resignation, or leave of absence. Further, that the City Council be provided with the contact information for the individual who is taking over the duties for that respective department for any issues that may arise.

The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.

Motion presented by Councillor Haas, Council President Cogliandro: That the Mayor request the DPW to investigate the feasibility of installing protective fencing along the two grassy areas on Tuckerman Street outside of the Lincoln School in the interest of student safety. Last year there was a motor vehicle accident at this location and this is where students gather before and after school.

The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.

Motion presented by Councillor Haas, Council President Cogliandro, Councillor Kelley, Councillor Guarino-Sawaya, Councillor McKenna, Councillor Argenzio: That the Mayor and a planning committee examine ways to revive the parade on Columbus Day weekend, which would restore an event that once served as a staple in our city.

The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.