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April 22, 2021
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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, Katjana Ballantyne, Kristen Strezo
Absent: Lance Davis
During the meeting:
- Matthew McLaughlin recused from the vote on Mayor's Request #211732 (Requesting the appropriation of $233,614 from the Salary Contingency Account to the...).
Every vote, in order
Minutes #211697
Approve the minutes of the March 25, 2021 regular meeting
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, March 25, 2021.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Citation #211698
The Mayor Commending the Elizabeth Peabody House on the auspicious occasion of its 125th anniversary of support to the families of our community
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Grant of Location #211699
Submitted by Comcast to install 80 feet of conduit in Broadway, from Utility Pole 220/1 to a point of pickup at the rear of 1244 Broadway
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Grant of Location #211700
Submitted by Verizon to install 100 feet of conduit in Broadway, from Manhole 44/65 to an existing handhole near 16 Broadway
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Grant of Location #211701
Submitted by Verizon to install 85 feet of conduit in Pennsylvania Ave, from Manhole 117 to an existing handhole near the intersection of Pennsylvania Ave and Vermont Ave
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Grant of Location #211702
Submitted by Verizon to install 80 feet of conduit in Broadway, from Manhole 44/87 to an existing handhole near the intersection of Broadway and Temple St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Grant of Location #211703
Submitted by Verizon to install 45 feet of conduit in Broadway, from Manhole 307 to an existing handhole near the intersection of Broadway and Rush St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Grant of Location #211704
Submitted by Verizon to install 40 feet of conduit in Broadway, from Manhole 315 to an existing handhole near the intersection of Broadway and Kenneson Road
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Resolution #211705
Supporting the I AM bill (H.2354 & S.1445), to increase access to disposable menstrual products in prisons, homeless shelters and public schools
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211706
That the Directors of Engineering and Public Works discuss with the Housing and Community Development Committee, painting bright colors or stripes on the new slanted sidewalks along Medford...
By City Councilor Strezo That the Directors of Engineering and Public Works discuss with the Housing and Community Development Committee, painting bright colors or stripes on the new slanted sidewalks along Medford Street, from Lowell Street to Pearl Street, to make them more visible.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Communication #211707
Place on file: Reporting on a recent meeting of the Children's Cabinet
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, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211708
That the Director of Health and Human Services update the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, in writing and in person, on what steps have been taken and are planned to provide services...
By City Councilor Davis, Strezo That the Director of Health and Human Services update the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, in writing and in person, on what steps have been taken and are planned to provide services to our neighbors experiencing homelessness, mental illness, and addiction.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211710
That the Directors of SPCD and Communications work with the Police, the Bicycle Advisory Committee and the Pedestrian Transit Advisory Committee to implement a “Stop on the Line Every Time”...
By City Councilor Niedergang That the Directors of SPCD and Communications work with the Police, the Bicycle Advisory Committee and the Pedestrian Transit Advisory Committee to implement a “Stop on the Line Every Time” traffic safety public education and enforcement campaign.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211711
That the Director of SPCD work with the Police Department, especially the Traffic Division, to train all Officers on Vision Zero
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211712
That the Chief of Police report to this Council on steps taken to train and incentivize Detail Officers to enforce traffic laws when they observe motorists driving unsafely
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Resolution #211713
That the Administration advise this Council on a plan to improve the consistency of staffing attendance for especially dangerous Traffic Management Plans, including the current Belmont Street...
By City Councilor Ewen-Campen That the Administration advise this Council on a plan to improve the consistency of staffing attendance for especially dangerous Traffic Management Plans, including the current Belmont Street traffic detour.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211714
That the Commissioner of Public Works advise employees not to staple signs onto trees
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211715
That the Directors of SPCD and Health and Human Services discuss options for the Somerville Homeless Coalition and other community based organizations who need public spaces for engagement centers...
By City Councilor Ballantyne That the Directors of SPCD and Health and Human Services discuss options for the Somerville Homeless Coalition and other community based organizations who need public spaces for engagement centers to meet unsheltered people in a safe and private environment.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211716
That the Directors of Health and Human Services and Infrastructure and Asset Management advise this Council whether gender neutral bathrooms are available in all public K-8 schools, as requested...
By City Councilor Ballantyne, Strezo, Scott That the Directors of Health and Human Services and Infrastructure and Asset Management advise this Council whether gender neutral bathrooms are available in all public K-8 schools, as requested by middle schoolers.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211717
That the Director of Personnel discuss city-wide training plans to promote skills and professional development for all employees
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211718
That the Director of Water and Sewer discuss with the Committee on Public Utilities and Public Works the notification process regarding non-emergency work
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211719
That the Commissioner of Public Works repair the street lights at 31-33 Bailey Road
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211720
That the Directors of Inspectional Services and Public Works address with Boston Carting, any lack of adherence to their contract regarding the upkeep, safety standards, and practices of their fleet
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211721
That the City Clerk invite the proprietor(s) of Boston Carting to meet with this Council and the Commissioner of Public Works to discuss recent concerns about vehicle maintenance and direct city...
By City Councilor Rossetti, Ballantyne That the City Clerk invite the proprietor(s) of Boston Carting to meet with this Council and the Commissioner of Public Works to discuss recent concerns about vehicle maintenance and direct city communication.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211722
That the Commissioner of Public Works discuss with this Council the current city contract for trash and recycling disposal services
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211723
That the Chief Fire Engineer discuss the current apparatus maintenance status with this Council
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Committee Report #211724
Accept the report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on April 13, 2021
Report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on April 13, 2021.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AS AMENDED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Mayor's Request #204900 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Place on file: Requesting the re-appointment of Ron Bonney as Superintendent of Fleet Management
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, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Mayor's Request #207400 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Place on file: Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Ron Bonney as Superintendent of Fleet Management
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, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Mayor's Request #209496 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Place on file: Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Ron Bonney as Superintendent of Fleet Management
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, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Mayor's Request #209499 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Place on file: Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Candace Cooper as Director of Personnel
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, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Mayor's Request #209508 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Fred Massaro as Director of Capital Projects
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Mayor's Request #209513 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Rich Raiche as Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Mayor's Request #209514 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Place on file: Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jessica Fosbrook as City Engineer
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, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Mayor's Request #211210 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Colleen Moran to the Municipal Job Creation and Retention Board of Trustees
Yes: Ballantyne, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Niedergang, Rossetti, Strezo, WhiteNo: Clingan, Mbah, Scott
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [7 TO 3] AYES: Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Ewen-Campen, Niedergang, Ballantyne NAYS: Mbah, Scott, Clingan ABSENT: Davis.”
Mayor's Request #211294 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Fred Massaro as Director of Capital Projects
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Mayor's Request #211295 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Rich Raiche as Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Mayor's Request #211301 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Chad Whiting as Director of Water and Sewer
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Mayor's Request #211482 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Brian Postlewaite as City Engineer
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Committee Report #211725
Accept the report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on April 20, 2021
Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on April 20, 2021.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Mayor's Request #211576 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to extend contracts for Tim Zanelli Excavation LLC through 8/1/2021 for emergency and on-call repair of the water & sewer distribution systems
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Committee Report #211726
Accept the report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on April 14, 2021
Report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on April 14, 2021.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Mayor's Request (report of the Housing and Community Development Committee)
Requesting approval of the Winter Hill Urban Renewal Plan
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] (ID:23613) AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211727 (report of the Housing and Community Development Committee)
That the Director of SPCD work with the Somerville Community Corp to update this Council quarterly on property upkeep and maintenance for the 100 homes program
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Committee Report #211728
Accept the report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on April 13, 2021
Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on April 13, 2021.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Committee Report #211729
Accept the report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on April 15, 2021
Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on April 15, 2021.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Committee Report #211730
Accept the report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on April 12, 2021
Report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on April 12, 2021.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Mayor's Request #211732
Requesting the appropriation of $233,614 from the Salary Contingency Account to the Police Personal Services Account, to fund a new collective bargaining agreement with the Somerville Police...
Requesting the appropriation of $233,614 from the Salary Contingency Account to the Police Personal Services Account, to fund a new collective bargaining agreement with the Somerville Police Employees Association.
Yes: Ballantyne, Clingan, Ewen-Campen, Mbah, Niedergang, Rossetti, Scott, Strezo, WhiteMatthew 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, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis RECUSED: McLaughlin.”
Mayor's Request #211734
Requesting approval of a time-only extension for Designlab for construction administration at the West Branch Library until 8/31/21
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Mayor's Request #211735
Requesting approval of a time-only contract extension for Design Technique for construction administration at the West Branch Library through 6/30/21
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Officer's Communication #211749
Place on file: Director of Parks and Recreation responding to #211451 re: re-opening basketball hoops at parks and playgrounds
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, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Officer's Communication #211750
Place on file: Director of Parks and Recreation responding to #211452 re: re-opening parks and playgrounds
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, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211751
Public Event License, Davis Sq Farmers Market, Day St-Herbert St Parking Lot, Wednesdays May 19- Nov 24, 8am-7pm
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211752
New Drainlayer's License, Feeney Brothers Excavation LLC
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211753
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Atlantic Excavation and Utility
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211754
Renewing Drainlayer's License, EB Rotondi and Sons
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211755
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Environic Solutions
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211756
Renewing Drainlayer's License, NCCL Enterprises
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211757
Renewing Flammables License, Aris Auto, 3 Craigie St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211758
Renewing Flammables License, Hillside Auto Repair, 583 Broadway
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211759
Renewing Flammables License, Boston Closet, 229 Lowell St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211760
Renewing Flammables License, Simon's Auto Service, 166 Boston Ave
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211761
Renewing Flammables License, Cumberland Farms, 701 Somerville Ave
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211762
Renewing Flammables License, Broadway Sunoco, 258 Broadway
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211763
Renewing Garage License, Federal Realty Investment Trust, 355 Artisan Way
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211764
Renewing Garage License, Federal Realty Investment Trust, 445 Artisan Way
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211765
Renewing Garage License, Federal Realty Investment Trust, 479 Canal St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211766
Renewing Garage License, Federal Realty Investment Trust, 333 Great River Rd
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211767
Renewing Garage License, Broadway Sunoco, 258 Broadway
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211768
Renewing Garage License, Auto Plus, 229 Lowell St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211769
Renewing Garage License, Car Zone LLC, 486 Columbia St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211770
Renewing Garage License, Boston Sand and Gravel, 492 Rutherford Ave
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211771
Renewing Garage License, Good Gas Somerville, 343 Medford St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211772
Renewing Garage License, William Doucette Auto Sales, 325 Alewife Brook Pkwy
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211773
Renewing Garage License, DW Propco JK LLC, 0 Dawes Street
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211774
Renewing Garage License, Simon's Auto Service, 166 Boston Ave
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211775
Renewing Garage License, Four Wheels Auto, 83 Albion St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211776
Renewing Garage License, Master Used Cars, 121 Prospect St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211777
Renewing Garage License, Aris Auto, 3 Craigie St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211778
Renewing Garage License, Real Auto Shop, 463 McGrath Hwy
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211780
Sign/Awning Permit. Suitcase the Studio, 153 Washington St, 2 flat signs
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211781
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Domino's Pizza, 201 Elm St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211782
Renewing Outdoor Parking License, Simon's Auto Service, 166 Boston Ave
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211783
Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Yolande Trans, Med #15
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211784
Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Ormond Transportation, Med #49,50,89
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211785
Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Silcor Transportation, Med #51,77,93
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211786
Renewing Taxi Medallion License, God's Blessing Cab, Med #60
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211787
Renewing Taxi Medallion License, DLCS Transportation, Med #62
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211788
Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Somerville Transportation, Med #69,71
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211789
Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Eastern Transportation, Med #73,87
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211790
Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Alewife Transportation, Med #80
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211791
Renewing Taxi Medallion License, WWJKK Inc, Med #90
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Public Communication
Place on file: Dana Friesen submitting comments re: police funding
The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE. [UNANIMOUS] (ID:24635) AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Resolution #211793
That representatives of Boston Carting appear before the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety to address concerns raised in an attached anonymous letter dated April 15, 2021
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211794
Public Event License, Union Sq Farmers Market, Somerville Ave from Carlton St to Hawkins St, Saturdays May 15-Nov 20, 6:45am-2pm
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
License/Permit #211795
Renewing Taxi Medallion License, 32 Summer St Corp, Med #29
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Public Communication #211796
Place on file: Vickie Choitz and Tom Bent submitting comments re: #211210, appointing Colleen Moran to the Municipal Job Creation and Retention Board of Trustees
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, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Mayor's Request #211617
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Anne Gill as Director of Personnel
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Officer's Communication #211797
Special Counsel submitting a draft Memorandum of Agreement between this Council and the Redevelopment Authority
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Resolution #211798
That the Mayor, the Director of SPCD, the Chief of Police and this Council collaborate with the State Delegation and community advocates to pressure the MA Department of Transportation to...
By City Councilor Niedergang, Strezo, Clingan That the Mayor, the Director of SPCD, the Chief of Police and this Council collaborate with the State Delegation and community advocates to pressure the MA Department of Transportation to implement traffic safety improvements to McGrath Highway and Mystic Avenue to prevent more pedestrian deaths.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211799
That #203004 and #208901, regarding traffic dangers to pedestrians on Mystic Avenue and McGrath Highway, be discharged from the Public Health and Public Safety Committee and sent to the Traffic...
By City Councilor Niedergang That #203004 and #208901, regarding traffic dangers to pedestrians on Mystic Avenue and McGrath Highway, be discharged from the Public Health and Public Safety Committee and sent to the Traffic and Parking Committee.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211800
That the Director of SPCD research possible funding for a guaranteed income program, quantify the number of households that could qualify, and create a trial to support qualifying low-income...
By City Councilor Ballantyne, Strezo That the Director of SPCD research possible funding for a guaranteed income program, quantify the number of households that could qualify, and create a trial to support qualifying low-income single parent households with children.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Resolution #211801
That the Mayor and the Director of Health and Human Services update the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety on the Covid-19 public health emergency and the city’s response (following on...
By City Councilor Davis That the Mayor and the Director of Health and Human Services update the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety on the Covid-19 public health emergency and the city’s response (following on #209798).
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211802
That the Director of Housing Stability discuss with this Council proactive measures to inform tenants in inclusionary housing units of their rights and the resources available to them
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
Order #211803
That the Director of Engineering paint a new crosswalk at the corner of Pearl Street and Jasper Street
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Mbah, Rossetti, Strezo, White Jr., McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Niedergang, Ballantyne ABSENT: Davis.”
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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