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February 10, 2022
92 recorded votes, 11 with disagreement.
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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 Mayor's Request #212883 (report of the Finance Committee) (Requesting the appropriation of $808,639 from the Salary and Wage Stabilization Fund...).
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Minutes #213025
Approve the minutes of the January 13, 2022 regular meeting
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, January 13, 2022.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213026
That Rule 25 of the Rules of this Council is hereby amended to change the name of the Committee on Equity, Gender, Families and Vulnerable Populations to the Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors...
By City Councilor McLaughlin That Rule 25 of the Rules of this Council is hereby amended to change the name of the Committee on Equity, Gender, Families and Vulnerable Populations to the Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213027
BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson That the Director of Constituent Services provide this Council with a breakdown of 311 calls, by ward, during the past year
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Resolution #213028
That the Chair of the Licensing Commission update this Council on the status of all recreational marijuana applicants already approved by the Marijuana Advisory Committee
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213029
That the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on the status of broken play equipment at Chuckie Harris Park
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Communication #213030
Place on file: Updating this Council on the Charter Review process
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.”
Resolution #213031
BurnleyJr. That the FY 2023 Budget establish and fund an affordable housing acquisition fund for development opportunities
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Resolution #213032
BurnleyJr., Kelly, Strezo That the FY 2023 Budget establish a modernized mortgage assistance program to support first-time and first-generation homebuyers
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Resolution #213033
BurnleyJr. That the FY 2023 Budget include meaningful investment towards establishing non-police first responder programs for non-criminal emergencies
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Resolution #213034
BurnleyJr. That the FY 2023 Budget include meaningful investment towards establishing a community engagement center and meeting center that is not part of a police station
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Resolution #213035
That the FY 2023 Budget include a citywide residential composting program
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Resolution #213036
BurnleyJr., Kelly That the FY 2023 Budget include funding for a historical Disparity Study in Purchasing and goals for purchasing from local women and minority owned businesses
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Resolution #213037
That the FY 2023 Budget include an investment in finding physical storage space and programmatic support for a program to teach youth and other residents to fix donated bicycles
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Resolution #213038
That the FY 2023 Budget continue the recent trend of significantly increasing capacity to implement street safety redesigns
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213039
GomezMouakad, Kelly, Wilson, BurnleyJr. That the Director of Mobility replace the HAWK signal at Buckingham and Beacon Streets with a standard RYG stoplight signal
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213040
That the Director of Mobility and the Director of Engineering provide a written timeline regarding the upcoming MassDOT replacement of the Webster Street rail bridge and explain what public input...
By City Councilor Scott That the Director of Mobility and the Director of Engineering provide a written timeline regarding the upcoming MassDOT replacement of the Webster Street rail bridge and explain what public input process will be followed locally.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213041
That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development ensure that Planning Board meeting minutes are posted publicly for review
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213042
That the Director of Mobility install a speed hump at the base of Somerville Avenue Extension where it intersects with Linwood and Fitchburg Streets
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213043
GomezMouakad, Kelly, Scott, BurnleyJr. That the ADA Coordinator provide a copy of all 311 ADA related requests as well as any documented ADA violations by the city and their remedies
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213044
GomezMouakad, Ewen-Campen, Kelly, Wilson, Scott, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, Davis, McLaughlin, BurnleyJr. That the Commissioner of Public Works develop a system for clearing all pedestrian sidewalk ramps
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Resolution #213045
BurnleyJr., Ewen-Campen, Wilson, PinedaNeufeld That the Mayor consider implementing a residency exemption for members of commissions who are required by law to remain on their respective...
By City Councilor Clingan, Scott, Kelly, BurnleyJr., Ewen-Campen, Wilson, PinedaNeufeld That the Mayor consider implementing a residency exemption for members of commissions who are required by law to remain on their respective commission until a replacement has been appointed.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213046
GomezMouakad, Kelly That the Director of Mobility implement traffic calming measures on Cedar Street
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213047
GomezMouakad That the Commissioner of Public Works, the Director of Procurement and Contracting Services, and the Director of Mobility report on the enforcement of and status of annual reporting...
By City Councilor GomezMouakad That the Commissioner of Public Works, the Director of Procurement and Contracting Services, and the Director of Mobility report on the enforcement of and status of annual reporting on the city's Ordinance to Safeguard Vulnerable Road Users.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213048
GomezMouakad, Ewen-Campen, Kelly, Wilson, Scott, Clingan, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, Davis, McLaughlin, BurnleyJr. That the Director of Housing report on measures and strategies being implemented to...
By City Councilor GomezMouakad, Ewen-Campen, Kelly, Wilson, Scott, Clingan, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, Davis, McLaughlin, BurnleyJr. That the Director of Housing report on measures and strategies being implemented to address the racial inequities in homeownership.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213049
GomezMouakad, Kelly That the Director of Housing provide the data requested within for inclusionary homes built after 2016, to better understand how the program is addressing housing needs
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213050
GomezMouakad, Scott That the Director of Housing and the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment work with the Somerville Community Corporation to explore funding and rebates...
By City Councilor GomezMouakad, Scott That the Director of Housing and the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment work with the Somerville Community Corporation to explore funding and rebates available for weatherization and other sustainability measures.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213051
GomezMouakad, Scott That the Director of Economic Development report on the city’s role in the relocation of the Somerville YMCA and its participation in programming to help address the need for a...
By City Councilor GomezMouakad, Scott That the Director of Economic Development report on the city’s role in the relocation of the Somerville YMCA and its participation in programming to help address the need for a community center.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213052
GomezMouakad, Clingan, Davis That the Commissioner of Public Works report on the possibility of including sidewalk curb cut snow clearance when in close proximity to stormwater drains scheduled...
By City Councilor GomezMouakad, Clingan, Davis That the Commissioner of Public Works report on the possibility of including sidewalk curb cut snow clearance when in close proximity to stormwater drains scheduled for clearing following a snowstorm.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213053
GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Kelly, BurnleyJr., Strezo, Wilson That the Director of Health and Human Services, in collaboration with SomerViva, provide a plan for preventive medicine clinics for...
By City Councilor GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Kelly, BurnleyJr., Strezo, Wilson That the Director of Health and Human Services, in collaboration with SomerViva, provide a plan for preventive medicine clinics for immigrant communities.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213054
GomezMouakad, Wilson That the Director of Mobility review the attached draft Act Relative to the Operation and Regulation of Electric Bicycles in the City of Salem and consider supporting similar...
By City Councilor GomezMouakad, Wilson That the Director of Mobility review the attached draft Act Relative to the Operation and Regulation of Electric Bicycles in the City of Salem and consider supporting similar legislation.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213055
PinedaNeufeld That the Chief of Police and the Chief Fire Engineer appear to discuss the appointment process for new hires and promotions
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213056
PinedaNeufeld, Kelly That the Director of Housing Stability appear to discuss how to prevent evictions, support residents facing eviction, and the ability to extend the eviction moratorium
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213057
That the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on snow removal operations during and following the weather event of January 29, 2022
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213058
That the Director of Economic Development and Director of Planning, Preservation & Zoning update this Council on the search for a new site for the YMCA
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213059
BurnleyJr., Davis That the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on plans to address unsafe conditions at the Brown schoolyard
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213060
That the Director of Mobility update this Council on future plans for pedestrian "beg" buttons, which were disabled in favor of automatic signaling during the COVID-19 pandemic
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213061
That the Director of Health and Human Services discuss an updated long-term plan for aging in place for residents 65 and over
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213062
That this City Council work with the Administration to explore an internship program for high school students
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213063
That this City Council work with the Administration and School District on a year-round expansion of a summer jobs internship program with a focus on addressing Out of School Time
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Resolution #213064
PinedaNeufeld That the Executive Director of the Housing Authority discuss the possibility of providing wireless internet in communal areas
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Resolution #213065
That the Executive Director of the Housing Authority discuss the establishment of an on-site resident food pantry within each Housing Authority property to address the food insecurity needs of...
By City Councilor Strezo That the Executive Director of the Housing Authority discuss the establishment of an on-site resident food pantry within each Housing Authority property to address the food insecurity needs of residents.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213066
That the Director of Health and Human Services discuss the recruitment and retention of Teen Snow Shoveling Program participants
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Resolution #213067
PinedaNeufeld, BurnleyJr., Scott, GomezMouakad That the Mayor create a Senior Liaison within the Executive Office to advocate on behalf of Somerville residents aged 65 and older
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213068
That the Director of the Council on Aging discuss a plan to allow seniors to be bussed to city events, including on evenings and weekends
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213069
That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development and the Director of Health and Human Services discuss a re-assessment to determine if Somerville is in...
By City Councilor Strezo, Clingan That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development and the Director of Health and Human Services discuss a re-assessment to determine if Somerville is in compliance with its 2018 designation as an AARP Age-Friendly Community.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213070
That the Director of Health and Human Services discuss implementing a year- round garden program to address Out of School Time
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213071
That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development provide an update on the status of work and finances of the Community Preservation Act grants of 2018 for...
By City Councilor Strezo That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development provide an update on the status of work and finances of the Community Preservation Act grants of 2018 for the Brown School and West Somerville Neighborhood School playground designs and the continuing plans for the projects.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213072
BurnleyJr., PinedaNeufeld That the Director of Health and Human Services, the Director of Inspectional Services and the Environmental Health Coordinator update this Council on current rodent...
By City Councilor Kelly, Clingan, Wilson, BurnleyJr., PinedaNeufeld That the Director of Health and Human Services, the Director of Inspectional Services and the Environmental Health Coordinator update this Council on current rodent mitigation plans.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213073
That the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on the replacement of trash bins due to rodent activity
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213074
BurnleyJr., Kelly That the City Solicitor draft language to amend the Housing Stability Notification Act to proactively meet the needs of residents
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213075
BurnleyJr., Kelly That the City Solicitor advise this Council on its ability to ban hostile architecture
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Order #213076
BurnleyJr., PinedaNeufeld, Davis, Wilson, Kelly, Scott, Ewen-Campen That the Director of Mobility conduct an equity study of bus routes to determine targets for fare-free buses
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Committee Report #213077
Accept the report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on February 2, 2022
Report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on February 2, 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 Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting the re-appointment of Alan Bishop as Constable
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] (ID:27704) AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Requesting the re-appointment of Mary Battinelli as Constable
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] (ID:27705) AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Requesting the re-appointment of Catello Battinelli II as Constable
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] (ID:27706) AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212902 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting the reappointment of Eleanor Rances to the Housing Authority Board of Commissioners
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #213001 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Stephanie Galaitsi to the Women's Commission
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #213015 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Brian Postlewaite to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Committee Report #213078
Accept the report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on February 8, 2022
Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on February 8, 2022.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212883 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $808,639 from the Salary and Wage Stabilization Fund to the Police Department Personal Services, Other Lump Sum Benefits Account to fund retroactive payments for a...
Requesting the appropriation of $808,639 from the Salary and Wage Stabilization Fund to the Police Department Personal Services, Other Lump Sum Benefits Account to fund retroactive payments for a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Somerville and the Somerville Police Superior Officers Association.
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 #212884 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $174,882 from the Salary Contingency Account to the Police Department Personal Services Accounts to fund a collective bargaining agreement between the City of...
Requesting the appropriation of $174,882 from the Salary Contingency Account to the Police Department Personal Services Accounts to fund a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Somerville and the Somerville Police Superior Officers Association.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212889 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to create the Assembly Square Off-Site Infrastructure Stabilization Fund and accept a payment to said Fund of $687,260 from the Alta Xmbly Development project, for off site...
Requesting approval to create the Assembly Square Off-Site Infrastructure Stabilization Fund and accept a payment to said Fund of $687,260 from the Alta Xmbly Development project, for off site infrastructure to support and enhance the surrounding neighborhoods.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212890 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to create the Assembly Square Public Realm and Area Improvements Stabilization Fund and accept a payment to said Fund of $549,808 from the Alta Xmbly Development project, to...
Requesting approval to create the Assembly Square Public Realm and Area Improvements Stabilization Fund and accept a payment to said Fund of $549,808 from the Alta Xmbly Development project, to support and enhance the public realm in the surrounding neighborhoods.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212891 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to create the Assembly Square Transit Area Improvements Stabilization Fund and accept a payment to said Fund of $103,089 from the Alta Xmbly Development project, for transit...
Requesting approval to create the Assembly Square Transit Area Improvements Stabilization Fund and accept a payment to said Fund of $103,089 from the Alta Xmbly Development project, for transit area improvements to support and enhance the surrounding neighborhoods.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212895 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting acceptance, and approval to expend, a $49,980 grant with no new match required, from MA Office of Public Safety and Security to the Police Department for traffic enforcement programs
Yes: Mouakad, Neufeld, StrezoNo: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Kelly, McLaughlin, Scott, Wilson
From the minutes
“RESULT: NOT APPROVED. [3 TO 8] AYES: GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo NAYS: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212896 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting acceptance of, and approval to expend, a $25,600 grant with no new match required, from MEMA/FEMA's Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) for the purchase of 911 Center planning...
Requesting acceptance of, and approval to expend, a $25,600 grant with no new match required, from MEMA/FEMA's Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) for the purchase of 911 Center planning consultant services.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212897 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting acceptance of, and approval to expend, a $15,000 grant with no new match required, from MA Department of Energy Resources to the Office of Sustainability and Environment for conducting...
Requesting acceptance of, and approval to expend, a $15,000 grant with no new match required, from MA Department of Energy Resources to the Office of Sustainability and Environment for conducting a feasibility study regarding adding battery backup systems to municipal owned buildings.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212935 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to amend a contract with Design Consultants for an additional 2 years and $53,146.25, for final work related to the Beacon St. Roadway construction project
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212998 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting acceptance of, and approval to expend, a $74,400 grant with no new match required, from the MA Office of Public Safety for Police Department staffing
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Mayor's Request #212999 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting acceptance of, and approval to expend, a $34,896.32 grant with no new match required, from the MA Executive Office of Public Safety & Security to the Fire Department for the purchase of...
Requesting acceptance of, and approval to expend, a $34,896.32 grant with no new match required, from the MA Executive Office of Public Safety & Security to the Fire Department for the purchase of portable radios.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Committee Report #213079
Accept the report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on February 1, 2022
Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on February 1, 2022.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Committee Report #213080
Accept the report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on February 9, 2022
Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on February 9, 2022.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
License/Permit #213014 (report of the Licenses and Permits Committee)
New Garage License, Toucan Auto Center Inc, 619 Somerville Avenue, 39 vehicles inside, 1 vehicles outside for auto body work, spray painting, and charging money to store vehicles
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Officer's Communication
Place on file: City Clerk requesting approval of her Public Official's Bond
The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE. [UNANIMOUS] (ID:27968) AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Officer's Communication #213084
Place on file: Director of Inspectional Services requesting to appear before this Council to provide updates and discuss the SMART pilot, Residential Rodent Programs, and Community Outreach
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 #213085
Place on file: Director of Parking responding to Item #212958, providing an update on the status of the Parking Utilization Study
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 #213086
Place on file: Chief of Police responding to Item #212860, providing an update on the staffing of crossing guards
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 #213087
Place on file: Commissioner of Public Works conveying responses to five City Council orders, as outlined within
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 #213093
New Drainlayer's License, James T. Lynch Construction Co., Inc
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
License/Permit #213094
Small Wireless Facility License, Extenet attaching small wireless facilities on an existing pole near 12 Linden Street
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
License/Permit #213095
Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Pearl St Auto Sales, 182 Pearl St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
License/Permit #213096
Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Gene Automotive, 56 Joy St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
License/Permit #213097
Renewing Garage License, Pearl St Auto Sales, 182 Pearl St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
License/Permit #213098
Renewing Flammables License, Pearl St Auto Sales, 182 Pearl St
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Public Communication #213099
Place on file: Residents submitting comments re: establishment of a special subcommittee to focus on the issues and concerns of older adults
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.”
Order #213100
That the Commissioner of Public Works identify a permanent location for disposal of snow
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Communication #213101
Place on file: In his capacity as President, conveying the creation of a Special Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance
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 #213102
Transferring Taxi Medallion License, Medallion #20 from Edelle Cab to LaFoi Taxi Inc
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Resolution #213103
In his capacity as Chair of the Finance Committee, requesting that Honorable Members of the City Council submit resolutions for their budget priorities for the next fiscal year, for the City...
By City Councilor Wilson In his capacity as Chair of the Finance Committee, requesting that Honorable Members of the City Council submit resolutions for their budget priorities for the next fiscal year, for the City Council meeting of February 24, such that they may be discussed at a Finance Committee of the Whole meeting in March.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
Communication #213104
Place on file: Conveying an opinion requested from the Deputy City Solicitor re: appointment of constables
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.”
Resolution #213105
That the Administration provide a mid-year appropriation to fund continued operation of the Senior Ride-Share Access program recently discontinued after the lapsing of its MAPC funding
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: BurnleyJr., Kelly, Wilson, GomezMouakad, PinedaNeufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen- Campen, Clingan, Davis.”
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