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April 8, 2021
121 recorded votes, 21 with disagreement.
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Note on these minutes: Called to order by Ward One City Councilor Matthew McLaughlin.
Present: Wilfred Mbah, Mary Jo Rossetti, William White, Matthew McLaughlin, J.T. Scott, Ben Ewen-Campen, Jesse Clingan, Mark Niedergang, Lance Davis, Katjana Ballantyne, Kristen Strezo
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Wilfred Mbah recused from the vote on Mayor's Request #211614 (Requesting acceptance of a $129,475 grant from the Dept. of Environmental Protection...).
- Matthew McLaughlin recused from the vote on Order #211685 (That items #211483, #211484, #211485, #211486, #211487, #211488, and #211489, all...).
- Matthew McLaughlin recused from the vote on Mayor's Request #211483 (Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Karanjit Singh to the position of Police...).
- Matthew McLaughlin recused from the vote on Mayor's Request #211484 (Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Giovanna Lorenzet Marin to the position...).
- Matthew McLaughlin recused from the vote on Mayor's Request #211485 (Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jose DaCosta to the position of Police...).
- Matthew McLaughlin recused from the vote on Mayor's Request #211486 (Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Kevin Henriquez to the position of...).
- Matthew McLaughlin recused from the vote on Mayor's Request #211487 (Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jamey Thompson to the position of Police...).
- Matthew McLaughlin recused from the vote on Mayor's Request #211488 (Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Kelsey Malloy-Ripley to the position of...).
- Matthew McLaughlin recused from the vote on Mayor's Request #211489 (Requesting confirmation of the appointment of William Wood to the position of Police...).
Every vote, in order
Minutes #211587
Approve the minutes of the March 11, 2021 regular meeting
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, March 11, 2021.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Grant of Location #211588
Submitted by TC Systems Inc to install 112 feet of conduit on Glen Street, from Utility Pole 219/10 to an existing Comcast manhole near the intersection of Pearl and Glen Streets
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Order #211589
That the Committee on Housing and Community Development address the prevalence of toxic stress and trauma emanating from the pandemic that has disproportionately affected women and communities of...
By City Councilor Strezo, Ballantyne That the Committee on Housing and Community Development address the prevalence of toxic stress and trauma emanating from the pandemic that has disproportionately affected women and communities of color.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Order #211590
That the Committee on Housing and Community Development consider whether a community-wide trauma response, such as the Baltimore Partnership for Family and Trauma-Informed Care, could work here to...
By City Councilor Strezo, Ballantyne, Davis, Scott That the Committee on Housing and Community Development consider whether a community-wide trauma response, such as the Baltimore Partnership for Family and Trauma-Informed Care, could work here to aid post-Covid-19 recovery and reconstruction.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Order #211591
That the Director of Personnel update this Council on the Economic Development Division's staffing and how the city can best support the shortage of in preparing to assist residents and businesses...
By City Councilor Strezo, Ballantyne That the Director of Personnel update this Council on the Economic Development Division's staffing and how the city can best support the shortage of in preparing to assist residents and businesses in pandemic recovery.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Order #211592
That the Director of Mobility install bump outs and other traffic calming measures on Sycamore Street between Medford Street and Broadway
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Order #211593
That the Director of Personnel implement Vision Zero training for all staff who drive city vehicles
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Order #211594
That the Director of Health and Human Services discuss how much planned funding will be allocated toward trauma training initiatives for youth in the coming years
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Order #211595
That the Director of Mobility and the Commissioner of Public Works work with the State Delegation to remove the hostile architecture public benches from the Davis Square MBTA station
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Order #211596
That the Commissioner of Public Works ensure that no hostile architecture public benches are installed in the city
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Resolution #211597
That Tufts submit an institutional master plan, and not expand its housing beyond the campus University zone, so residents know about any planned long-term changes and understand the impacts to...
By City Councilor Ballantyne, Davis That Tufts submit an institutional master plan, and not expand its housing beyond the campus University zone, so residents know about any planned long-term changes and understand the impacts to their neighborhoods.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Ordinance #211598
Submitting an Ordinance to regulate chemical crowd control agents and kinetic impact projectiles, as approved by the Legislative Matters Committee on 4/1/21
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDINANCE ORDAINED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Order #211599
That the Chief of Police update this Council on Somerville's Restorative Justice program, including a description of what sorts of cases are referred for restorative justice and how those...
By City Councilor Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Ballantyne, Scott, Mbah That the Chief of Police update this Council on Somerville's Restorative Justice program, including a description of what sorts of cases are referred for restorative justice and how those decisions are made.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Resolution #211600
That the Administration include a sidewalk snow shoveling program in the FY22 budget focused on pedestrian streets, major north-south and east-west routes, sidewalk corners and crosswalks with...
By City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Niedergang, Clingan, Mbah, Strezo, Ballantyne, Scott That the Administration include a sidewalk snow shoveling program in the FY22 budget focused on pedestrian streets, major north-south and east-west routes, sidewalk corners and crosswalks with piles of snow, MBTA bus stops, and senior buildings.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Order #211601
That the City Solicitor and the Chief of Police discuss with the Committee on Legislative Matters a formal policy or ordinance to decriminalize or deprioritize arrests for drug possession, and...
By City Councilor McLaughlin, Clingan, Ballantyne, Davis, Scott, Strezo, Mbah That the City Solicitor and the Chief of Police discuss with the Committee on Legislative Matters a formal policy or ordinance to decriminalize or deprioritize arrests for drug possession, and prioritize treatment over incarceration.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Resolution #211602
Requesting Federal funds for ultra-fine particle mitigation
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Order #211603
That the Arborist inspect the tree in front of the Edgerly School on Otis Street and remove it if it is dead
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Order #211604
That the Commissioner of Public Works repair the cracked sidewalk on Otis Street from Cross Street to 15 Otis Street
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Order #211605
That the City Solicitor work with this Council on an ordinance to deny, revoke or suspend permits to companies with a history of engaging in unsafe, hazardous or dangerous practices based on work...
By City Councilor Clingan, White Jr., Strezo, Davis, Mbah, Ballantyne, Scott, Ewen-Campen That the City Solicitor work with this Council on an ordinance to deny, revoke or suspend permits to companies with a history of engaging in unsafe, hazardous or dangerous practices based on work safety histories or concerns.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Resolution #211606
Ewen- Campen, Scott, Davis Supporting HD.1943 and SD.229, relative to workplace safety and the disclosure of violations
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Committee Report #211459
Accept the report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on March 18, 2021
Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on March 18, 2021.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Committee Report #211460
Accept the report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting as a Committee of the Whole, on March 24, 2021
Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting as a Committee of the Whole, on March 24, 2021.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Committee Report #211607
Accept the report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on April 6, 2021
Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on April 6, 2021.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Mayor's Request #211467 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to create the Energy Stabilization Fund for the purpose of funding energy efficiency and decarbonization projects in City buildings
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Mayor's Request #211468 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $294,399 from Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Energy Stabilization Fund
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Mayor's Request #211470 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting to re-purpose $80,000 in the Covid-19 Stabilization Fund to develop a Somerville Cultural Plan
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Mayor's Request #211473 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $8,865 from the Salary & Wage Stabilization Fund to the Somerstat Salaries Account to fund a temporary salary adjustment
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Mayor's Request #211475 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $15,931.99 from various DPW accounts using available FY21 funds
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Mayor's Request #211476 (report of the Finance Committee)
Withdraw: Requesting approval to pay a prior year invoice totaling $2,672.30 using available funds in the Police Department Public Safety Supplies Account for Police Department issued firearms
The minutes record the result as “Withdrawn”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: WITHDRAWN. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Officer's Communication #211495 (report of the Finance Committee)
Place on file: Acting Director of SomerStat requesting to present to this Council a Capital Investment Plan process
The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Mayor's Request #211567 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the use of $5,200 in available funds in the Communications Salaries Account to establish the position of Director of the SomerViva Office of Immigrant Affairs
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Mayor's Request #211568 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $5,376 from Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Communications Salaries Account to fund the position of Director of the SomerViva Office of Immigrant Affairs
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Mayor's Request #211569 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the use of $9,518 in available funds in the Engineering Salaries Account to establish the position of Senior Project Manager (Streetscapes)
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Mayor's Request #211570 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the use of $7,932 in available funds in the SPCD Planning & Zoning Salaries Account to establish a new Planner position
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Mayor's Request #211571 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the use of $6,346 in available funds in the Constituent Services Salaries Account to establish the position of Quality Manager
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Mayor's Request #211572 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the use of $4,230 in available funds in the Engineering Salaries Account to establish the position of Deputy Director of Engineering Projects
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Mayor's Request #211573 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the use of $3,173 in available funds in the Sewer Enterprise Salaries Account to establish the position of Deputy Director of Engineering Projects
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Mayor's Request #211574 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the use of $3,173 in available funds in the Water Enterprise Salaries Account to establish the position of Deputy Director of Engineering Projects
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Committee Report #211608
Accept the report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on March 31, 2021
Report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on March 31, 2021.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Committee Report #211609
Accept the report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on April 1, 2021
Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on April 1, 2021.
Yes: Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Mbah, McLaughlin, Niedergang, Rossetti, Scott, Strezo, WhiteThe minutes list Katjana Ballantyne as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis ABSENT: Ballantyne.”
Committee Report #211610
Accept the report of the Committee on Public Utilities and Public Works, meeting on March 30, 2021
Report of the Committee on Public Utilities and Public Works, meeting on March 30, 2021.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Mayor's Request #211614
Requesting acceptance of a $129,475 grant from the Dept. of Environmental Protection and the MA Clean Water Trust as part of the City's Asset Management Program
Yes: Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Niedergang, Rossetti, Scott, Strezo, WhiteThe minutes list Katjana Ballantyne as absent for this vote; left out of it. Wilfred Mbah recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [9 TO 0] AYES: Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis ABSENT: Ballantyne RECUSED: Mbah.”
Mayor's Request #211615
Requesting acceptance of a $65,496 grant with no new match required, from MassHire (Metro North Regional Employment Board) to the Health and Human Services Department for youth employment
Yes: Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Mbah, McLaughlin, Niedergang, Rossetti, Scott, Strezo, WhiteThe minutes list Katjana Ballantyne as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis ABSENT: Ballantyne.”
Mayor's Request #211616
Requesting acceptance of a $24,960 grant with no new match required, from the MA Department of Fire Services to the Fire Department to purchase protective helmets and vests for firefighters...
Requesting acceptance of a $24,960 grant with no new match required, from the MA Department of Fire Services to the Fire Department to purchase protective helmets and vests for firefighters responding to active shooter / active threat incidents.
Yes: Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Mbah, McLaughlin, Niedergang, Rossetti, Scott, Strezo, WhiteThe minutes list Katjana Ballantyne as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis ABSENT: Ballantyne.”
Officer's Communication #211619
Place on file: Retirement Board notifying this Council of a vote at the Retirement Board's May 27, 2021 meeting regarding a 2021 Cost of Living Adjustment for eligible retirees
The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211620
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Caruso Corp
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211621
Renewing Drainlayer's License, CJ Doherty
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211622
Renewing Drainlayer's License, CM Conway Construction
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211623
Renewing Drainlayer's License, FE French Construction
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211624
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Ferrante Construction
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211625
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Galway Excavation
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211626
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Kealey Excavation
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211627
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Legacy Building and Development
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211628
Renewing Drainlayer's License, McGue Excavating
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211629
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Milltown Plumbing and Heating
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211630
Renewing Drainlayer's License, RM Pacella
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211631
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Tascon Corp
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211632
Renewing Flammables License, BBS Services, 45 Broadway
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211633
Renewing Flammables License, Broadway Gulf, 212 Broadway
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211634
Renewing Flammables License, Dewire Family Trust, 387 Washington St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211635
Renewing Flammables License, Home Depot, 75 Mystic Ave
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211636
Renewing Flammables License, Keolis Commuter Services, 132 Washington St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211637
Renewing Flammables License, Keolis Commuter Services, 23R Inner Belt Rd
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211638
Renewing Flammables License, Keolis Commuter Services, 70R Third Ave
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211639
Renewing Flammables License, Nissenbaum Auto Parts, 480 Columbia St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211640
Renewing Flammables License, Trum Field Sunoco, 541 Broadway
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211641
Renewing Flammables License, U-Haul, 151 Linwood St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211642
Renewing Flammables License, U-Haul, 600 Mystic Valley Pkwy
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211643
Renewing Garage License, Broadway Brake, 45 Broadway
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211644
Renewing Garage License, Cataldo Ambulance Service, 4 Joy St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211645
Renewing Garage License, Dewire Family Trust, 141 Beacon St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211646
Renewing Garage License, Dewire Family Trust, 381 Washington St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211647
Renewing Garage License, Dewire Family Trust, 387 Washington St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211648
Renewing Garage License, Dino's Auto Center, 308 McGrath
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211649
Renewing Garage License, DM Auto Services, 45 Webster Ave
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211650
Renewing Garage License, Drain Doctor, 612 Broadway
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211651
Renewing Garage License, Fred Susan Auto Body, 269 Somerville Ave
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211652
Renewing Garage License, Gene Automotive Repair, 56 Joy St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211653
Renewing Garage License, Partners HealthCare System, 399 Revolution Dr
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211654
Renewing Garage License, Sullivan Tire, 263 Beacon St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211655
Renewing Garage License, Tech Auto Body, 9 Union Sq
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211656
Renewing Garage License, Triumvirate Environmental, 191 Inner Belt Rd
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211657
Renewing Garage License, U-Haul, 151 Linwood St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211658
Renewing Garage License, Webster Auto Body, 69 Webster Ave
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211659
Renewing Extended Hours License, Dunkin Donuts, 282 Somerville Avenue
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211660
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Cataldo Ambulance Service, 137 Washington St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211661
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Dumpling Kitchen, 217 Highland Ave
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211662
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Dunkin Donuts, 504 Broadway
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211663
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Lemon Thai Cuisine, 215 Highland Ave
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211664
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Mayer Campus Center, 44 Professors Row
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211665
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Mr. B's, 142 Cross St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211666
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Pepi's Pizzeria, 516B Medford St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211667
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Tisch Library Cafe, 35 Professors Row
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211668
Renewing Junk Dealer's License, Kay Jewelers, 360 Artisan Way
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211669
Renewing Junk Dealer's License, Nissenbaum Auto Parts, 480 Columbia St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211670
Renewing Junk Dealer's License, Talewsky Enterprises, 508 Columbia St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211671
Renewing Junk Dealer's License, All Checks Cashed, 12 Union Sq
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211672
Renewing Hawker and Peddler License, Chiki Galvez
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211673
Renewing Billiards and Bowling License, Lucky Strike, 325 Revolution Dr
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
License/Permit #211674
Renewing Mobile Food Vendor License, Wizard Catering
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Public Communication #211676
Place on file: Attorney General's Office submitting comments re: #211343, calling for a better future for Somerville’s female workforce
The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Public Communication #211677
Place on file: District Attorney responding to #196432 re: the investigation of the murder of Deanna Cremin
The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Public Communication
Place on file: Jim Bossi submitting comments re: Tufts student housing
The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE. [UNANIMOUS] (ID:24574) AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Order #211680
That the City Solicitor prepare a Home Rule Petition to recognize any member of a domestic partnership as a "dependent" for Group Insurance Commission coverage, and as a "spouse" with respect to...
By City Councilor Davis, Scott That the City Solicitor prepare a Home Rule Petition to recognize any member of a domestic partnership as a "dependent" for Group Insurance Commission coverage, and as a "spouse" with respect to other applicable laws.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Resolution #211681
That the Mayor include in the FY22 budget funding for full-time staff reporting to this Council, potentially including a Legislative and Policy Analyst, a Public Outreach Coordinator, and other...
By City Councilor Davis, McLaughlin, Ballantyne That the Mayor include in the FY22 budget funding for full-time staff reporting to this Council, potentially including a Legislative and Policy Analyst, a Public Outreach Coordinator, and other positions as the Council President deems appropriate.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Order #211682
That the Commissioner of Public Works work with Eversource to address the double poles at the locations listed within
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Order #211683
That the Commissioner of Public Works address the leaning electrical poles on Glen Street by the East Somerville Community School and by 48 Flint Street
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Order #211684
That the Director of Parking replace the downed speed limit sign on the Cross Street Bridge by Mr. B's Restaurant
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Order #211685
That items #211483, #211484, #211485, #211486, #211487, #211488, and #211489, all related to Police Officer appointments, be discharged from the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and...
By City Councilor Rossetti That items #211483, #211484, #211485, #211486, #211487, #211488, and #211489, all related to Police Officer appointments, be discharged from the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters.
Yes: Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Mbah, Niedergang, Rossetti, Scott, Strezo, WhiteThe minutes list Katjana Ballantyne as absent for this vote; left out of it. Matthew McLaughlin recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [9 TO 0] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis ABSENT: Ballantyne RECUSED: McLaughlin.”
Officer's Communication #211689
Place on file: Sustainable Neighborhoods Initiative Coordinator responding to #211345 and conveying the Condominium Review Board's FY20 Annual Report
The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Public Communication #211690
Place on file: National Lawyers Guild MA Chapter submitting comments re: Agenda #14, the Chemical Crowd Control Agents And Kinetic Impact Projectiles Ordinance
The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Mayor's Request #211483
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Karanjit Singh to the position of Police Officer
Yes: Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Niedergang, Rossetti, Strezo, WhiteNo: Mbah, ScottThe minutes list Katjana Ballantyne as absent for this vote; left out of it. Matthew McLaughlin recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [7 TO 2] AYES: Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis NAYS: Mbah, Scott ABSENT: Ballantyne RECUSED: McLaughlin.”
Mayor's Request #211484
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Giovanna Lorenzet Marin to the position of Police Officer
Yes: Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Niedergang, Rossetti, Strezo, WhiteNo: Mbah, ScottThe minutes list Katjana Ballantyne as absent for this vote; left out of it. Matthew McLaughlin recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [7 TO 2] AYES: Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis NAYS: Mbah, Scott ABSENT: Ballantyne RECUSED: McLaughlin.”
Mayor's Request #211485
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jose DaCosta to the position of Police Officer
Yes: Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Niedergang, Rossetti, Strezo, WhiteNo: Mbah, ScottThe minutes list Katjana Ballantyne as absent for this vote; left out of it. Matthew McLaughlin recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [7 TO 2] AYES: Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis NAYS: Mbah, Scott ABSENT: Ballantyne RECUSED: McLaughlin.”
Mayor's Request #211486
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Kevin Henriquez to the position of Police Officer
Yes: Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Niedergang, Rossetti, Strezo, WhiteNo: Mbah, ScottThe minutes list Katjana Ballantyne as absent for this vote; left out of it. Matthew McLaughlin recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [7 TO 2] AYES: Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis NAYS: Mbah, Scott ABSENT: Ballantyne RECUSED: McLaughlin.”
Mayor's Request #211487
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jamey Thompson to the position of Police Officer
Yes: Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Niedergang, Rossetti, Strezo, WhiteNo: Mbah, ScottThe minutes list Katjana Ballantyne as absent for this vote; left out of it. Matthew McLaughlin recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [7 TO 2] AYES: Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis NAYS: Mbah, Scott ABSENT: Ballantyne RECUSED: McLaughlin.”
Mayor's Request #211488
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Kelsey Malloy-Ripley to the position of Police Officer
Yes: Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Niedergang, Rossetti, Strezo, WhiteNo: Mbah, ScottThe minutes list Katjana Ballantyne as absent for this vote; left out of it. Matthew McLaughlin recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [7 TO 2] AYES: Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis NAYS: Mbah, Scott ABSENT: Ballantyne RECUSED: McLaughlin.”
Mayor's Request #211489
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of William Wood to the position of Police Officer
Yes: Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Niedergang, Rossetti, Strezo, WhiteNo: Mbah, ScottThe minutes list Katjana Ballantyne as absent for this vote; left out of it. Matthew McLaughlin recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [7 TO 2] AYES: Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis NAYS: Mbah, Scott ABSENT: Ballantyne RECUSED: McLaughlin.”
Order #211691
That the Director of Engineering re-paint the crosswalk on Garfield Avenue by the Stop and Shop
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Order #211692
That the Director of Inspectional Services inspect 117 Washington Street for code violations and report the results in writing to the Ward 1 Councilor
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
Mayor's Communication #211694
Place on file: Conveying a legal memo from the Law Office re: the Chemical Crowd Control Agents and Kinetic Impact Projectiles Ordinance, Agenda #14
The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Davis, Ballantyne.”
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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