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January 27, 2022
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Note on these minutes: Called to order by Ward One City Councilor Matthew McLaughlin.
Present: Willie Burnley, Charlotte Kelly, Kristen Strezo, Jake Wilson, Matthew McLaughlin, J.T. Scott, Ben Ewen-Campen, Jesse Clingan, Beatriz Gomez Mouakad, Lance Davis, Judy Pineda Neufeld
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Matthew McLaughlin recused from the vote on Order #212955 (BurnleyJr., Clingan, Scott, Wilson, Davis That this Council discuss pursuing an...).
- Matthew McLaughlin recused from the vote on Communication #212971 (Updating this Council on the progress of the Somerville Police Chief Search Committee).
- Matthew McLaughlin recused from the vote on Mayor's Request #212885 (report of the Finance Committee) (Requesting the appropriation of $150,000 from the Salary & Wage Stabilization Fund to...).
- Matthew McLaughlin recused from the vote on Mayor's Request #212887 (report of the Finance Committee) (Requesting the appropriation of $4,331 from the Salary Contingency to Police...).
Every vote, in order
Minutes #212942
Approve the minutes of the December 9, 2021 regular meeting
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, December 9, 2021 and the Organizational Meeting, January 3, 2022.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Grant of Location #212943
Submitted by Verizon to install 110 feet of conduit from the intersection of Warren Avenue and Bow Street to the intersection of Bow Street and Somerville Avenue
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212945
GomezMouakad That the Director of Economic Development discuss the city's maintenance plan for tenants and occupants of the Arts at the Armory
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212946
That the Director of Housing, the Director of the Office of Housing Stability, and the Director of Planning and Zoning discuss the challenges associated with and potential modifications to the...
By City Councilor Strezo That the Director of Housing, the Director of the Office of Housing Stability, and the Director of Planning and Zoning discuss the challenges associated with and potential modifications to the Tier 3 Rental ADUs multiplier at 110% AMI for inclusionary units.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212947
That the Chief Assessor provide a list of all non-profits with Community Benefit Agreements and/or Payment in Lieu of Taxes agreements
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212948
That the Director of Public Works and the Director of the Office Sustainability and Environment discuss the possibility of installing Cigarette Bin Voting Boxes throughout the community
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212949
That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development work with the Affordable Housing Trust Fund to consider combining the affordable housing linkage payments...
By City Councilor Strezo That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development work with the Affordable Housing Trust Fund to consider combining the affordable housing linkage payments for commercial development as a funding source for a development that will result in the creation of affordable units.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212950
That the Director of the Office of Housing Stability discuss proactive measures to inform tenants in inclusionary housing units of the rights and resources available to them
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212951
That the Director of Parks and Recreation report to this Council on the status of the Veterans Memorial skating rink following its recent privatization
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Resolution #212952
PinedaNeufeld, Kelly That the Administration create a plan for accessibility of virtual public meetings during the 2022 COVID pandemic surge to address how those without internet access may...
By City Councilor Strezo, PinedaNeufeld, Kelly That the Administration create a plan for accessibility of virtual public meetings during the 2022 COVID pandemic surge to address how those without internet access may participate.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Resolution #212953
GomezMouakad, Clingan, PinedaNeufeld That the Executive Director of Somerville Community Corporation discuss the status of the 100 Homes Program
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212954
GomezMouakad, Kelly, Wilson, Scott, Clingan, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, Davis, McLaughlin, BurnleyJr. That the Director of Housing provide a comprehensive list of bedroom counts and number of...
By City Councilor Ewen-Campen, GomezMouakad, Kelly, Wilson, Scott, Clingan, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, Davis, McLaughlin, BurnleyJr. That the Director of Housing provide a comprehensive list of bedroom counts and number of accessible units for construction projects permitted over the past three years and continue to track this data.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212955
BurnleyJr., Clingan, Scott, Wilson, Davis That this Council discuss pursuing an approach to advocate for shared policy and budgetary priorities to be included in the next police contract
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Kelly, Mouakad, Neufeld, Scott, Strezo, WilsonMatthew McLaughlin recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [10 TO 0] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis RECUSED: McLaughlin.”
Order #212956
That the Director of Housing provide a written update on the current status of compliance with the Short-Term Rental Ordinance
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212957
GomezMouakad That the Director of Mobility provide regular updates on the work towards a comprehensive bicycle, pedestrian, and MBTA plan
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212958
GomezMouakad That the Director of Parking provide regular updates on the status of the Parking Utilization Study
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212959
That the Land Use Committee review the process of amending zoning ordinances, for the benefit of new Councilors and the public
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212960
PinedaNeufeld That the Commissioner of Public Works discuss the possibility of removing snow and ice from playgrounds after snowstorms
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212961
GomezMouakad, Davis, Clingan That the Chief Fire Engineer report on the safety risks for all municipal buildings not fully equipped with automatic sprinkler systems
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212962
GomezMouakad, Davis, Wilson, Clingan, Kelly That the Commissioner of Public Works report on all school building deferred maintenance projects completed following the ventilation system assessment...
By City Councilor GomezMouakad, Davis, Wilson, Clingan, Kelly That the Commissioner of Public Works report on all school building deferred maintenance projects completed following the ventilation system assessment, proposed completion dates, and strategies to assess needs for future deferred maintenance projects.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212963
GomezMouakad, Strezo That the Director of Economic Development report on the maintenance plan for the Armory building, completion of outstanding repairs, and ongoing maintenance and operational...
By City Councilor GomezMouakad, Strezo That the Director of Economic Development report on the maintenance plan for the Armory building, completion of outstanding repairs, and ongoing maintenance and operational oversight of the building.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212964
GomezMouakad, Strezo That the Director of Economic Development report on the status of existing leases for the Armory building
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212965
GomezMouakad, Strezo That the Director of Inspectional Services and the Chief Fire Engineer report on all life safety inspections and testing of life safety systems completed for the Armory...
By City Councilor GomezMouakad, Strezo That the Director of Inspectional Services and the Chief Fire Engineer report on all life safety inspections and testing of life safety systems completed for the Armory building in the past five years, and compliance with testing and inspections following eminent domain actions.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212966
GomezMouakad That the Administration provide a report for all departments using city vehicles for non-emergency services, detailing the measures taken to ensure that staff follow traffic...
By City Councilor GomezMouakad That the Administration provide a report for all departments using city vehicles for non-emergency services, detailing the measures taken to ensure that staff follow traffic regulations, including the hands free while driving law, and maintain maximum traffic safety while driving.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212967
GomezMouakad, Kelly, Davis, Strezo, BurnleyJr., PinedaNeufeld, Clingan That the Director of Communications report on measures that could be taken to provide more equitable and consistent access to...
By City Councilor GomezMouakad, Kelly, Davis, Strezo, BurnleyJr., PinedaNeufeld, Clingan That the Director of Communications report on measures that could be taken to provide more equitable and consistent access to online public meetings.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212968
PinedaNeufeld, GomezMouakad That the Director of Human Resources provide an update on the status of hiring a permanent Chief Fire Engineer
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212969
GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld That the Chief Fire Engineer provide this Council with the plan for staffing the future Assembly Square fire station
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212970
GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Davis, Kelly That the Director of Health and Human Services request an update from Cambridge Health Alliance on the delayed opening of an adolescent treatment unit
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Communication #212971
Place on file: Updating this Council on the progress of the Somerville Police Chief Search Committee
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Kelly, Mouakad, Neufeld, Scott, Strezo, WilsonMatthew McLaughlin recused and is left out of this vote. The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE. [10 TO 0] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis RECUSED: McLaughlin.”
Order #212972
BurnleyJr. That the Director of Mobility update this Council on efforts to reduce cut- through vehicle traffic on neighborhood residential streets
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212973
That the Director of Parking update this Council on the suitability of existing parking for seniors and explore additional options for selected street parking in central business districts
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212974
BurnleyJr., Kelly, PinedaNeufeld, Ewen-Campen That the Director of Health and Human Services update this Council on previous efforts to verify and certify employee vaccination status in Somerville...
By City Councilor Wilson, BurnleyJr., Kelly, PinedaNeufeld, Ewen-Campen That the Director of Health and Human Services update this Council on previous efforts to verify and certify employee vaccination status in Somerville businesses.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212975
That the Director of Health and Human Services provide an update on acquiring and distributing 200,000 KF94 or KN95 masks to residents
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212976
That the Director of Health and Human Services provide a plan for all residents to receive at-home COVID tests and increase the number of appointments for PCR tests
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212977
That the Director of Health and Human Services provide an update on contact tracing efforts
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212978
That the Director of Health and Human Services provide an update on how to report positive results of at-home COVID-19 tests
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212979
PinedaNeufeld, BurnleyJr., Clingan, Scott That the Director of Health and Human Services provide an update on the possibility of using Community Development Block Grant funding to combat the...
By City Councilor Kelly, McLaughlin, Wilson, PinedaNeufeld, BurnleyJr., Clingan, Scott That the Director of Health and Human Services provide an update on the possibility of using Community Development Block Grant funding to combat the rodent infestation in East Somerville.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212980
BurnleyJr., Strezo That the Director of Mobility utilize traffic calming measures on the corner of Rush and Cross Streets to address speeding and traffic issues that contributed to a crossing...
By City Councilor McLaughlin, BurnleyJr., Strezo That the Director of Mobility utilize traffic calming measures on the corner of Rush and Cross Streets to address speeding and traffic issues that contributed to a crossing guard being hit by a car.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212981
That the City Solicitor update this Council on the previous request to seize by eminent domain, Patsy's Pastries at 182 Broadway and the East End Grill at 118 Broadway
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212982
PinedaNeufeld, Kelly, Wilson, Clingan, BurnleyJr. That the Director of Mobility install traffic calming in the crosswalk in front of 1370 Broadway
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212983
PinedaNeufeld That the Director of Public Works return the push to walk signal to an automatic signal at the corner of Broadway and Packard Avenue
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212984
PinedaNeufeld That the Director of Human Resources discuss the hiring and appointment processes
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212985
PinedaNeufeld That the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters discuss and revise the process for reviewing appointments and re- appointments
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212986
BurnleyJr., Kelly, PinedaNeufeld, Scott, Wilson, Davis, GomezMouakad, Clingan, Strezo That the Director of Inspectional Services, the Director of Engineering and the Director of Economic...
By City Councilor BurnleyJr., Kelly, PinedaNeufeld, Scott, Wilson, Davis, GomezMouakad, Clingan, Strezo That the Director of Inspectional Services, the Director of Engineering and the Director of Economic Development incorporate the recommendations of the Commission for Persons with Disabilities into the final 2022 Outdoor Dining Plan and ensure enforcement of all regulations.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212987
BurnleyJr., Strezo, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Kelly, Davis, Ewen-Campen That the Director of Economic Development and the Director of Procurement and Contracting Services work with community...
By City Councilor BurnleyJr., Strezo, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Kelly, Davis, Ewen-Campen That the Director of Economic Development and the Director of Procurement and Contracting Services work with community partners to assess, report, and provide recommendations for improving the city's procurement rates in order to support local businesses.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212988
BurnleyJr., Kelly, Clingan, McLaughlin, Ewen-Campen, PinedaNeufeld, Wilson, Davis That the Director of Health and Human Services provide this Council with an update regarding progress and plans to...
By City Councilor BurnleyJr., Kelly, Clingan, McLaughlin, Ewen-Campen, PinedaNeufeld, Wilson, Davis That the Director of Health and Human Services provide this Council with an update regarding progress and plans to establish a Supervised Consumption Site in Somerville.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Committee Report #212989
Accept the report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on January 25, 2022
Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on January 25, 2022.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting acceptance of a Preservation Restriction for 1 Westwood Road
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] (ID:27647) AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Requesting the acceptance of a Preservation Restriction at 404 Broadway
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] (ID:27664) AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212874 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting rescission of $355,000 portion of appropriation authorized as part of MWRA Lead Replacement Program, and making an appropriation and authorization of $355,000 bond issuance for Lead...
Requesting rescission of $355,000 portion of appropriation authorized as part of MWRA Lead Replacement Program, and making an appropriation and authorization of $355,000 bond issuance for Lead Replacement Program.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212875 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $1,491,908.58 from the CPA Fund Community Housing Reserve to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212876 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $494,110.50 from the CPA Fund to the Somerville Hispanic Association for Community Development for improvements to the Grace Baptist Church building
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212877 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting to appropriate CPA funds totaling $416,694.15 from the CPA Undesignated Fund Balance to designated CPA Reserve Accounts
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212878 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $250,000 from the CPA Fund Open Space/Recreation Reserve to the CPA Open Space Land Acquisition Project Fund
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212879 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $210,200 from the CPA Fund Open Space/Recreation Reserve to the City of Somerville Public Space and Urban Forestry Division for expansion of Glen Park Community Garden
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212880 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $157352 from the CPA Fund Historic Preservation Reserve to the Somerville Museum for collections preservation
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212881 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $100,000 from the CPA Fund Open Space/Recreation Reserve to the City of Somerville Public Space and Urban Forestry Division for design of Junction Park
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212882 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $30,000 from the CPA Fund Historic Preservation reserve to the Elizabeth Peabody House for architectural and design services
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212885 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $150,000 from the Salary & Wage Stabilization Fund to the Police Department - Personal Services - Other Lump Sum Benefits Account in order to settle pending litigation
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Kelly, Mouakad, Neufeld, Scott, Strezo, WilsonMatthew McLaughlin recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [10 TO 0] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis RECUSED: McLaughlin.”
Mayor's Request #212886 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $66,666.67 from the Unreserved Fund Balance Account ("Free Cash") to the Law Department's Judgments & Settlements Account in order to fund attorneys fees in pending...
Requesting the appropriation of $66,666.67 from the Unreserved Fund Balance Account ("Free Cash") to the Law Department's Judgments & Settlements Account in order to fund attorneys fees in pending litigation.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212887 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $4,331 from the Salary Contingency to Police Department, Personal Services, Crossing Guards Account to fund a Memorandum of Agreement Between the City and...
Requesting the appropriation of $4,331 from the Salary Contingency to Police Department, Personal Services, Crossing Guards Account to fund a Memorandum of Agreement Between the City and SEIU/Local 888, Crossing Guard Unit
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Kelly, Mouakad, Neufeld, Scott, Strezo, WilsonMatthew McLaughlin recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [10 TO 0] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis RECUSED: McLaughlin.”
Mayor's Request #212892 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $100,000 from the Encore Artist and Cultural Support Stabilization Fund to support local cultural council grants
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212893 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $24,000 in the OSPCD Mobility Division, from the OSPCD Mobility Personal Services Account to the OSPCD Mobility Ordinary Maintenance Account, to pay for...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $24,000 in the OSPCD Mobility Division, from the OSPCD Mobility Personal Services Account to the OSPCD Mobility Ordinary Maintenance Account, to pay for unbudgeted outstanding police details for the Farmers Market and traffic details.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212894 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting acceptance of, and approval to expend, a $83,616 grant with no new match required, from MA Office of Public Safety & Security to the Fire department for fire staffing costs
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Officer's Communication #212905 (report of the Finance Committee)
City Solicitor seeking approval to settle a claim regarding damages to 1112- 1114 Broadway
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212936 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting acceptance of, and approval to expend, a $14,000 grant with no new match required, from the Mass Cultural Council to the Arts Council for general operational support
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Committee Report #212990
Accept the report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on January 19, 2022
Report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on January 19, 2022.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Committee Report #212991
Accept the report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on January 20, 2022
Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on January 20, 2022.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #212992 (report of the Legislative Matters Committee)
That the Administration post the Surveillance Technology Annual Report and the approved Surveillance Technology Impact Reports online in an easy to find location
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Committee Report #212993
Accept the report of the Committee on Open Space, Environment and Energy, meeting on January 19, 2022
Report of the Committee on Open Space, Environment and Energy, meeting on January 19, 2022.
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Kelly, McLaughlin, Neufeld, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe minutes list Beatriz Gomez Mouakad as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis ABSENT: GomezMouakad.”
Mayor's Request (report of the Open Space, Environment and Energy Committee)
Requesting the adoption of the 2021 update of the Hazard Mitigation Plan
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Kelly, McLaughlin, Neufeld, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe minutes list Beatriz Gomez Mouakad as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] (ID:27753) AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis ABSENT: GomezMouakad.”
Committee Report #212994
Accept the report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on January 24, 2022
Report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on January 24, 2022.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Communication
Place on file: Re-submitting the updated 2021 Surveillance Technology Annual Report
The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE. [UNANIMOUS] (ID:27931) AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Officer's Communication #213003
City Clerk requesting confirmation of the appointment of Bernabe Rodriguez to the position of Assistant City Clerk
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Officer's Communication #213004
City Clerk requesting confirmation of the appointment of Stephanie Widzowski to the position of Assistant Clerk of Committees
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Officer's Communication #213005
City Clerk requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Peter Forcellese, Sr. to the position of Legislative Clerk
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Officer's Communication #213006
City Clerk requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Rose Durham to the position of Clerk of Committees
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
License/Permit #213009
Public Event License, Dancing in the Street BP, Munroe Street from Prospect Hill Ave and Greenville St and Prospect Hill Park, Feb 14, 3pm-7:15pm
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
License/Permit #213010
Renewing Drainlayer's License, KB Aruda Construction
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
License/Permit #213011
New Sign/Awning Permit, Cambria Hotel, 515 Somerville Avenue, for 2 signs with channel letters of the hotel's name and address
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
License/Permit #213012
New Sign/Awning Permit, Juicygreens, 275 Foley Street, for 1 wall sign, 1 blade sign, and 2 awnings
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
License/Permit #213013
Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 1, Mercedes Benz of Boston, 259 McGrath Hwy
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Communication #213016
Place on file: Conveying a request for City Council input on priorities for the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget
The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Officer's Communication #213017
Place on file: Conveying language for the rescission of the adoption of G. L. Chapter 48, Sections 59B, 59C and 59D relative to a Reserve Fire Force
The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Officer's Communication #213018
Place on file: Conveying language for the rescission of the adoption of G. L. Chapter 147, Sections 11, 12 and 13 relative to a Reserve Police Force
The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
License/Permit #213019
Public Event License, Honest Scholar Productions LLC, The Holdovers, Summer St from Belmont St and Lowell St and sidewalk closure in front of Somerville Theatre, Feb 8, 8am-4pm
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
License/Permit #213020
Sign/Awning License, Le Macaron French Pastries, 411 Artisan Way, 1 blade sign
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213021
That the Chief Labor Counsel provide this Council, upon completion of the negotiated settlement between the City and the Police Department with respect to item #212885, with an update specifically...
By City Councilor Kelly That the Chief Labor Counsel provide this Council, upon completion of the negotiated settlement between the City and the Police Department with respect to item #212885, with an update specifically including any updates from the MOU or CBA.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213022
That the Chief of Police provide this Council’s Committee on Finance with the full language of the crossing guards’ contract and also provide the number of crossing guard hours filled by SPD personnel
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, 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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