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August 23, 2018
146 recorded votes, 146 with disagreement.
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Note on these minutes: Called to order by Ward Seven Alderman Katjana Ballantyne.
Present: Stephanie Hirsch, Wilfred Mbah, Mary Jo Rossetti, William White, Matthew McLaughlin, J.T. Scott, Ben Ewen-Campen, Mark Niedergang, Lance Davis, Katjana Ballantyne
Absent: Jesse Clingan
Every vote, in order
Minutes #206381
Approve the minutes of the June 28, 2018 regular meeting
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, June 28, 2018.
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Grant of Location #206382
Submitted by Eversource to install 6 feet of conduit from Pole 246/4 to a point of pickup at 27 Murdock St
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Resolution #206383
The Entire Board and the Mayor Supporting Somerville Overcoming Addiction and other community groups by Resolving that September, 2018 shall be Recovery Month in Somerville
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Order #206385
That the Director of Finance update this Board of all state funding (anticipated vs. actual) for this Fiscal Year
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Resolution #206386
That the Administration update this Board on the status of the Tufts PILOT Negotiations Committee
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Order #206387
That the Chief Assessor provide this Board with the number of retail vacancies citywide
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Resolution #206388
That the Administration consider revising the process of notice for unpaid noncriminal violations, paying particular attention to the second notice which is mailed more than 6 months later...
By Ald. Rossetti That the Administration consider revising the process of notice for unpaid noncriminal violations, paying particular attention to the second notice which is mailed more than 6 months later indicating potential liens on properties.
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Order #206390
That the Director of SPCD and the Director of Traffic and Parking report to this Board on plans to improve traffic signalization and flow at problem intersections such as Powderhouse Circle...
By Ald. Niedergang, Hirsch That the Director of SPCD and the Director of Traffic and Parking report to this Board on plans to improve traffic signalization and flow at problem intersections such as Powderhouse Circle, Magoun Square, and others.
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Resolution #206391
The Entire Board That the Administration submit an update to this Board on efforts to create a Municipal ID, including a plan for dealing with the encryption of information that appears to be...
By Ald. Niedergang, and the Entire Board That the Administration submit an update to this Board on efforts to create a Municipal ID, including a plan for dealing with the encryption of information that appears to be holding back progress.
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Order #206392
The Entire Board That the Director of SPCD report to this Board on the depletion of the City’s tree canopy due to development and infrastructure projects, and present the Administration’s response...
By Ald. Niedergang, and the Entire Board That the Director of SPCD report to this Board on the depletion of the City’s tree canopy due to development and infrastructure projects, and present the Administration’s response to mitigate the harm from these lost trees.
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Order #206393
That, in the interest of tree preservation, the City Solicitor draft a revision of the Tree Ordinance to include restrictions and regulations on cutting trees of at least six inches in diameter on...
By Ald. Niedergang That, in the interest of tree preservation, the City Solicitor draft a revision of the Tree Ordinance to include restrictions and regulations on cutting trees of at least six inches in diameter on private property, and explain how the proposed revision differs from the ones that Cambridge, Lexington and Newton that have already passed to protect trees on private property.
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Order #206394
That the City Solicitor provide update this Board on drafting a home rule petition to change the name Alderman to City Councilor
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Order #206395
That the Director of SPCD update this Board on the Administration’s traffic calming program, including a report on the traffic petition program and responses to and implementation of petition...
By Ald. Niedergang, Scott That the Director of SPCD update this Board on the Administration’s traffic calming program, including a report on the traffic petition program and responses to and implementation of petition requests for traffic calming interventions on specific streets.
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Order #206396
That the Director of SPCD and other City staff report to this Board on the Bird electric dockless scooter program and how the Administration plans to deal with it
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Order #206397
That this Board discharge #205807 from the Legislative Matters Committee: “That the City Solicitor draft an ordinance to establish the city’s current green space as a minimum allowed amount, as...
By Ald. Niedergang That this Board discharge #205807 from the Legislative Matters Committee: “That the City Solicitor draft an ordinance to establish the city’s current green space as a minimum allowed amount, as described within.”
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Order #206398
That this Board discharge #202258 from the Legislative Matters Committee: “Planning Board conveying its recommendations re: #200102 (inclusionary housing), with respect to Tenancy Preservation.”
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Order #206399
That this Board discharge #202259 from the Legislative Matters Committee: “Planning Board conveying its recommendations re: #200102 (inclusionary housing), with respect to Waiting Lists.”
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Order #206400
That this Board discharge #205445 from the Legislative Matters Committee: “That the Administration establish a dedicated fund within the Affordable Housing Trust Fund to provide direct housing...
By Ald. Niedergang That this Board discharge #205445 from the Legislative Matters Committee: “That the Administration establish a dedicated fund within the Affordable Housing Trust Fund to provide direct housing assistance for municipal employees struggling to remain in Somerville, which could be funded through revenue from a real estate transfer Fee.”
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Order #206401
That this Board discharge #205446 from the Legislative Matters Committee: “That the Administration establish a dedicated fund within the Affordable Housing Trust Fund to support community land...
By Ald. Niedergang That this Board discharge #205446 from the Legislative Matters Committee: “That the Administration establish a dedicated fund within the Affordable Housing Trust Fund to support community land trusts in Somerville, which could be funded through revenue from a real estate transfer fee.”
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Order #206402
That this Board discharge #204532 from the Legislative Matters Committee: “That the City Solicitor determine whether the City may issue a parking citation to vehicles parked on private property in...
By Ald. Niedergang That this Board discharge #204532 from the Legislative Matters Committee: “That the City Solicitor determine whether the City may issue a parking citation to vehicles parked on private property in violation of zoning provisions that prohibit such parking.”
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Order #206403
That the City Solicitor draft a home rule petition to grant Permanent Residents the right to vote in municipal elections
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Resolution #206404
That the Administration update this Board on the State's recent passage of Automatic Voter Registration, and what it will mean for residents
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Order #206405
That the Director of SPCD, the City Engineer, and the Commissioner of Public Works report in writing to this Board, their response to the concerns raised by the Somerville Bicycle Committee on...
By Ald. Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Scott That the Director of SPCD, the City Engineer, and the Commissioner of Public Works report in writing to this Board, their response to the concerns raised by the Somerville Bicycle Committee on August 17, 2018, regarding the ongoing unsafe conditions on Beacon Street.
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Resolution #206406
That the Bicycle Advisory Committee appear before this Board’s Traffic and Parking Committee to present their recent activities, priorities and outlook
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Order #206407
That the Director of SPCD, the City Engineer, and the Commissioner of Public Works establish a written policy for deploying temporary safety and visibility materials for the period between street...
By Ald. Ewen-Campen That the Director of SPCD, the City Engineer, and the Commissioner of Public Works establish a written policy for deploying temporary safety and visibility materials for the period between street re-paving and re-painting.
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Order #206408
That the Director of SPCD provide the Ward 3 Alderman with traffic calming and pedestrian safety interventions for Trull Lane, in advance of any proposed development there
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Order #206409
That the Director of SPCD provide the Ward 3 Alderman with traffic calming and pedestrian safety interventions for the intersections of Summer and Belmont Streets, and Summer and Lowell Streets...
By Ald. Ewen-Campen That the Director of SPCD provide the Ward 3 Alderman with traffic calming and pedestrian safety interventions for the intersections of Summer and Belmont Streets, and Summer and Lowell Streets, in advance of any proposed development there.
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Order #206410
That the Director of Traffic and Parking install a VERY SLOW – CHILDREN PLAYING sign, or other appropriate safety sign, facing west towards Belmont Street, at the entrance to Spring Hill Terrace
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Order #206411
That additional signage be placed in Seven Hills Park clearly indicating when the park closes and advising that Police take notice
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Order #206412
That the Police Department increase regular patrols in Seven Hills Park after the park closes, and particularly after the Davis Square bars close, to encourage people to move along and stop...
By Ald. Davis That the Police Department increase regular patrols in Seven Hills Park after the park closes, and particularly after the Davis Square bars close, to encourage people to move along and stop causing noise disturbances.
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Order #206413
That the sign at the corner of College and Kidder Avenues, indicating no left turn onto Kidder Avenue at certain times, be re-set to be clearly visible to traffic traveling south on College Avenue
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Order #206414
That the City Arborist and the Tree Warden inspect the trees at the lower end of Nathan Tufts Park and remove the large dead branches, particularly on the oak trees
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Order #206415
That the Director of Public Works fill the pothole at 34 Liberty Avenue
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Resolution #206416
That the Administration advise the Ward 6 Alderman on any plans to make improvements to Seven Hills Park
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Order #206417
That the Director of Capital Projects advise this Board on the status of the West Branch Library renovation
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Order #206418
That the Director of SPCD and the Director of Traffic and Parking advise the Ward 6 Alderman on any efforts to improve pedestrian safety at the intersection of Elm Street with Willow Avenue and...
By Ald. Davis That the Director of SPCD and the Director of Traffic and Parking advise the Ward 6 Alderman on any efforts to improve pedestrian safety at the intersection of Elm Street with Willow Avenue and Beech Street.
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Order #206419
That the City Solicitor and Chief of Police advise the Ward 6 Alderman on the enforcement of and relationship between the Noise Ordinance and the Street Performers Ordinance
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Order #206420
That the City Solicitor advise the Ward 6 Alderman on the scope of the Noise Ordinance to the extent it applies to day time hours
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Order #206421
That the Director of Health and Human Services develop a FAQ about the local implementation of medical and recreational marijuana sales
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Resolution #206422
That the Administration consider establishing a permanent memorial sculpture or garden to recognize residents whose lives have been lost to opioid overdoses or related conditions
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Resolution #206423
That the Administration provide an update on the June budget resolution to add a staff person who can meet with neighborhoods to implement rodent control recommendations
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Resolution #206424
That the Administration consider reducing the use of t-shirts for give-aways, given the large number that end up not getting worn
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Resolution #206425
That the Administration and this Board convene several meetings with residents who have expertise in waste reduction strategies to explore our recycling and solid waste disposal model, to see if...
By Ald. Hirsch, Davis, Mbah That the Administration and this Board convene several meetings with residents who have expertise in waste reduction strategies to explore our recycling and solid waste disposal model, to see if better options exist, both in terms of labor and environmental impact.
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Order #206426
That the Chief of Police report on the placement of crossing guards and how the location assignments get prioritized
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Order #206427
That the Superintendent of Inspectional Services report on whether or not an increased amount of construction can lead to more lead exposure, and what measures ISD uses to ensure contractors limit...
By Ald. Hirsch, Mbah That the Superintendent of Inspectional Services report on whether or not an increased amount of construction can lead to more lead exposure, and what measures ISD uses to ensure contractors limit the release of lead into the soil or air.
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Order #206428
That the Commissioner of Public Works explain the method of monitoring whether or not new curb cuts are built in accordance with driveway apron specifications
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Order #206429
That the Chief of Police and the Director of Health and Human Services share ways that the City or School Department can help teens or children who have witnessed a crime, trauma, or an arrest, to...
By Ald. Hirsch That the Chief of Police and the Director of Health and Human Services share ways that the City or School Department can help teens or children who have witnessed a crime, trauma, or an arrest, to process the information after the event.
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Order #206433
That the Director of Personnel provide this Board with aggregate data for sexual harassment complaints, as noted within
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Order #206434
That the Director of SPCD advertise and staff the Urban Forestry Committee without further delay. (2nd request–see #206207 and #206237)
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Resolution #206435
That the Administration report in writing on the net change in total trees and tree inches (plantings-removals) from all city projects in 2017. (2nd request- see #205704)
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Resolution #206436
That the Administration report in writing on the net change in tree inches (plantings - removals) based on all city projects planned for 2018. (2nd request–see #205705)
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Order #206437
That the Director of Traffic and Parking install NO TRUCKS signage at the intersection of Durham and Beacon Streets
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Order #206438
That the Director of SPCD address this Board regarding traffic congestion on Oak and Houghton Streets resulting from recent traffic pattern changes in Union Square
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Order #206439
That the Director of SPCD address this Board regarding safety along Beacon Street, given the continuing incomplete state of construction and the unofficial moratorium on signage and safety...
By Ald. Scott That the Director of SPCD address this Board regarding safety along Beacon Street, given the continuing incomplete state of construction and the unofficial moratorium on signage and safety enhancements.
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Order #206440
That the Director of SPCD provide this Board with a detailed report of current contractual obligations regarding Beacon Street reconstruction, including costs incurred, work still outstanding on...
By Ald. Scott That the Director of SPCD provide this Board with a detailed report of current contractual obligations regarding Beacon Street reconstruction, including costs incurred, work still outstanding on the current contracts, and the implications of cancellation of the outstanding contracts.
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Order #206441
That the Superintendent of Inspectional Services report to this Board on the current homeowner assistance policy on rodent abatement relative to the underspend of our annual rodent control budget
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Mayor's Request #206445
Requesting approval to pay a prior year invoice totaling $307.59 using available funds in the Police Department Office Supply Account for office supplies from W.B. Mason
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Mayor's Request #206447
Requesting acceptance of a $187,801 grant with no new match required, from the MA Department of Energy Resources to the Office of Sustainability & Environment, for the installation of...
Requesting acceptance of a $187,801 grant with no new match required, from the MA Department of Energy Resources to the Office of Sustainability & Environment, for the installation of energy-efficient lighting in City buildings and an electric vehicle charging station.
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License/Permit #206460
New Drainlayer's License, Dewcon Inc
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License/Permit #206461
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Environic Solutions
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License/Permit #206462
Renewing Flammables License, Broadway Gulf, 212 Broadway
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License/Permit #206463
Renewing Flammables License, Cambridge Health Alliance, 230 Highland Ave
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License/Permit #206464
Renewing Billiards and Bowling License, Diesel Cafe, 257 Elm St
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License/Permit #206465
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Dumpling Kitchen, 217 Highland Ave
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License/Permit #206466
Sign/Awning Permit, Comicazi, 407 Highland Ave, 1 sign
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License/Permit #206467
Public Event License, Indiana Ave Block Party, Jul 29, 2-9PM. (Interim approval granted.)
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License/Permit #206468
Public Event License, Great Urban Campout, Nunziato Field, Aug 25 11AM- Aug 26 Noon (raindate Aug 24-25)
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License/Permit #206469
Public Event License, Murdock St Block Party, Aug 25, 12:30-5:30PM
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License/Permit #206470
Public Event License, Arts Council Puppet Palooza, Chuckie Harris Park, Aug 26 rehearsal 9:30AM-4PM, Sep 11 & 13 show, 4-7:30PM (raindates Sep 12 & 14)
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License/Permit #206471
Public Event License, Fremont/Bowdoin/Parker/Washington Block Party, Fremont Ave dead end, Aug 26, 2-8PM (raindate Sep 9)
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License/Permit #206472
Public Event License, Arts Council East Somerville Mural Celebration, 44 Broadway proceeding to 112 Broadway and East Branch Library, Aug 30, 5:30-8PM
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License/Permit #206473
Public Event License, FRIT Riverfest, Assembly Row, Sep 8, 10AM-10PM (raindate Sep 9)
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License/Permit #206474
Public Event License, Arts Fairfax St Block Party, Sep 8, 11AM-7PM
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License/Permit #206475
Public Event License, Ward 2 Democratic Committee Voter Registration Block Party, Lincoln Park dead end, Sep 8, 2-6:30PM (raindate Sep 15)
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License/Permit #206476
Public Event License, Gibbens St Block Party, from Benton Rd to Central St, Sep 8, 2:30-8:30PM (raindate Sep 15)
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License/Permit #206477
Public Event License, Somerville Dog Festival, Trum Field, Sep 9, 6AM-9PM
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License/Permit #206478
Public Event License, Arts Council Rock and Roll Yard Sale, Union Sq Plaza, Sep 9, 8AM-7PM (raindate Sep 16)
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License/Permit #206479
Public Event License, St James/Windom/Elston/Summer Block Party, St James Ave from Elm St to Summer St, Sep 9, Noon-8PM
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License/Permit #206480
Public Event License, Thayna's Birthday Party/Indiana Ave Block Party, Indiana Ave, Sep 9, 1-9PM (raindate 9-16)
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Order #206488
That this Board revisit the Assistant City Solicitor's 2014 language of the attached Draft Ordinance relating to the discontinuance of Globe Direct deliveries
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Order #206490
That the Commissioner of Public Works fill the large sinkhole next to the curb cut at 9 Rogers Avenue
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Order #206491
That the Commissioner of Public Works fill the small sinkhole in the center of the intersection of Highland Avenue and Lowell Street
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Order #206492
The Entire Board That the Director of SPCD prioritize zoning, planning and ordinance work for the "transformative districts."
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Order #206493
The Entire Board That the Director of SPCD update this Board on the MMUR consultant's work
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Order #206494
That the Commissioner of Public Works clear away the high weeds, tree wells, trash etc., in Teele Square
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Order #206495
That the City Solicitor consider the attached language in the drafting of a Native Tree and Plantings Ordinance, as ordered by #203365
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Order #206496
That the Director of SPCD update this Board on the plan in the "Equity Talent Playbook for Somerville"
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Order #206497
That the Director of SPCD stripe directional arrows on Holland Street, next to the island in Teele Square, indicating whether to turn left onto Broadway or continue straight onto Curtis Street
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Order #206498
That the Director of Engineering explain to the Ward 7 Alderman why the 40- unit Cambridge housing development at the end of Elmwood Avenue is allowed to tie into Somerville’s combined sewer...
By Ald. Ballantyne That the Director of Engineering explain to the Ward 7 Alderman why the 40- unit Cambridge housing development at the end of Elmwood Avenue is allowed to tie into Somerville’s combined sewer system, since Elmwood Avenue and Howard Street experience severe flooding and backflow problems.
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Order #206499
That the Director of SPCD advise when the 2018 fall tree planting plan will be published
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Order #206500
That the Director of SPCD and the City Arborist develop a tree planting and tree trimming "look ahead plan" similar to the Pavement and Sidewalk Management Program
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Order #206501
That the Superintendent of Inspectional Services inspect 33-35 Barton Street for overgrowth along Hamilton Street. (3rd request in 2018)
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License/Permit #206509
Public Event License, Meet and Greet with Candidate Jimmy Tingle, Powderhouse Park, Aug 25, 11AM-4PM (raindate Aug 26)
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License/Permit #206510
Public Event License, Mayor's 9/11 Vigil Walk, Community Path from Cedar St to the Davis Sq slip lane and island, Sep 11, 5:30-7:30PM
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License/Permit #206511
Public Event License, Ryan Harrington Corn Toss Tournament, Trum Field, Sep 15, 8AM-6PM (raindate Sep 16)
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License/Permit #206512
Public Event License, Boston Comedy Festival Family Fun Day, Seven Hills Park, Sep 15, 11AM-6PM
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License/Permit #206513
Public Event License, Irving St Block Party, Sep 15, 11AM-8PM (raindate Sep 16)
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License/Permit #206514
Public Event License, Oxford St Block Party, from School St to Hersey St, Sep 15, 1-11:30PM (raindate Sep 16)
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License/Permit #206515
Public Event License, Josephine Ave Block Party, from Kidder Ave to Morrison Ave, Sep 15, 2-8PM (raindate Sep 16)
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License/Permit #206516
Public Event License, Gilman Sq Block Party, Richdale Ave from School St to Sycamore St, Sep 15, 2-9PM (raindate Sep 16)
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License/Permit #206517
Public Event License, Chandler St Block Party, from Chapel St to Park Ave, Sep 15, 3-7PM (raindate Sep 16)
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License/Permit #206518
Public Event License, Prospect Hill Block Party, Munroe St from Greenville St through Prospect Hill Ave, and Prospect Hill Park, and Prospect Hill Tower opened for neighbors, Sep 15, 3-8PM...
Public Event License, Prospect Hill Block Party, Munroe St from Greenville St through Prospect Hill Ave, and Prospect Hill Park, and Prospect Hill Tower opened for neighbors, Sep 15, 3-8PM (raindate Sep 16).
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License/Permit #206519
Public Event License, Holyoke Rd Block Party, "bottom" of Holyoke Rd parallel to Elm St, Sep 15, 4-10PM (raindate Sep 16)
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License/Permit #206520
Public Event License, Kingston St Block Party, from 40 Kingston St to Campbell Park, Sep 15, 4:30-10PM (raindate Sep 22)
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License/Permit #206521
Public Event License, SomerStreets, Highland Ave from School St to Lowell St, Sep 16, Noon-8PM
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License/Permit #206522
Public Event License, Virginia St Block Party, Sep 16, 2-5PM
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License/Permit #206523
Public Event License, Greene St Block Party, dead end section only, Sep 22, Noon-10PM
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License/Permit #206524
Public Event License, Arts Council What the Fluff Festival, Union Sq including Somerville Ave from Bow St to Prospect St, Sep 22, 1-9PM (raindate Sep 23)
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License/Permit #206525
Public Event License, Humane League Vegan Ice Cream Social, Powderhouse Park, Sep 29, 9AM-7PM (raindate Oct 6)
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License/Permit #206526
Public Event License, Ball Sq Business Association Ball for Squares, Broadway from Lowden Ave to Boston Ave, Sep 30, 10AM-6PM (raindate Oct 21)
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License/Permit #206527
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 100 Talbot Ave
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License/Permit #206528
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 101 Talbot Ave
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License/Permit #206529
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 106 Professors Row
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License/Permit #206530
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 12 Dearborn Rd
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License/Permit #206531
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 125 Powderhouse Blvd
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License/Permit #206532
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 13 Sawyer Ave
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License/Permit #206533
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 13-15 Talbot Ave
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License/Permit #206534
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 136 Curtis St
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License/Permit #206535
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 14 Professors Row
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License/Permit #206536
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 15 Whitfield Rd
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License/Permit #206537
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 17 Latin Way
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License/Permit #206538
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 176 Curtis St
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License/Permit #206539
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 21 Whitfield Rd
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License/Permit #206540
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 28 Professors Row
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License/Permit #206541
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 29 Latin Way
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License/Permit #206542
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 32 Dearborn Rd
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License/Permit #206544
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 37 Sawyer Ave
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License/Permit #206545
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 39R Latin Way
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License/Permit #206546
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 40A-F Latin Way
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License/Permit #206547
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 43 Latin Way
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License/Permit #206548
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 45 Sawyer Ave
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License/Permit #206549
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 45 Talbot Ave
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License/Permit #206550
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 56-64 Professors Row
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License/Permit #206551
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 73 Powderhouse Blvd
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License/Permit #206552
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 75-85 Packard Ave
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License/Permit #206553
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 8 Professors Row
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License/Permit #206554
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 8 Whitfield Rd
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License/Permit #206555
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 90-92-94 Curtis St
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License/Permit #206556
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 9-11 Sunset Rd
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License/Permit #206557
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 92 Professors Row
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License/Permit #206558
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 98 Packard Ave
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License/Permit #206559
Renewing Lodging House License, Walnut Hill Properties Alpha Omicron Pi, 25 Whitfield Rd
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License/Permit #206560
Renewing Lodging House License, Walnut Hill Properties Alpha Phi, 14 Sawyer Ave
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License/Permit #206561
Renewing Lodging House License, Walnut Hill Properties Theta Chi, 100 Packard Ave
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License/Permit #206562
Renewing Lodging House License, Walnut Hill Properties Zeta Beta Tau, 126 Packard Ave
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Resolution #206566
The Entire Board That this Board offers its thanks to those involved in procuring and installing new computers around this horseshoe, which will help the Board reduce printing and paper waste, in...
By Ald. Davis, and the Entire Board That this Board offers its thanks to those involved in procuring and installing new computers around this horseshoe, which will help the Board reduce printing and paper waste, in particular, the IT staff.
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From the Somerville City Council’s official minutes, posted on the city’s Legistar meeting calendar (July 2022 on) and its older meeting portal (2010 to mid-2022), both linked from the City Council page on somervillema.gov. We check every vote against the councilors present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Councilor photos: City of Somerville (somervillema.gov) official headshots for Ben Ewen-Campen, Jesse Clingan, Lance Davis, Wilfred Mbah, Naima Sait, J.T. Scott and Kristen Strezo; The Somerville Times (thesomervilletimes.com) for Emily Hardt, Jon Link, Matthew McLaughlin and Ben Wheeler. Former councilors show initials.
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