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Somerville City Council · 2022–2023 Council · Regular meeting

June 9, 2022

51 recorded votes, 17 with disagreement.

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Attendance

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

Every vote, in order

Minutes #213943

Approve the minutes of the May 12, 2022 regular meeting

Minutes, page 1 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, May 12, 2022 and Special Meeting, May 19, 2022.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Citation #213944

Recognizing Judy Walter for her nine years of dedicated service as a Library Trustee

Minutes, page 2 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Order #213945

That the Director of Health and Human Services share with this Council, a report summarizing the themes shared at the recent COVID-19 listening sessions with residents

Minutes, page 2 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Order #213946

That the Director of Engineering update the Ward 1 City Councilor on the planned repaving of Pennsylvania Avenue

Minutes, page 2 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Committee Report #213948

Accept the report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on June 1, 2022

Minutes, page 3 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

Report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on June 1, 2022.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Mayor's Request #213817 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Janine Lotti to the Fair Housing Commission, as the Somerville Housing Authority representative

Minutes, page 3 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

The minutes give the result only, with no count, so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Mayor's Request #213858 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)

Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Kevin Shackelford to the position of Police Lieutenant

Minutes, page 3 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

The minutes give the result only, with no count, so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Mayor's Request #213859 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Eri Furusawa to the Commission on Energy Use and Climate Change

Minutes, page 3 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

The minutes give the result only, with no count, so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Mayor's Request #213860 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Ronit Prawer to the Council on Aging

Minutes, page 3 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

The minutes give the result only, with no count, so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Mayor's Request #213861 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Maclise Jean to the Council on Aging

Minutes, page 3 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

The minutes give the result only, with no count, so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Mayor's Request #213862 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Marian Bremer to the Council on Aging

Minutes, page 3 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

The minutes give the result only, with no count, so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Mayor's Request #213864 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Daisy Monsalve to the Council on Aging

Minutes, page 4 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

The minutes give the result only, with no count, so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Mayor's Request #213865 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Giusippina Mingace to the Council on Aging

Minutes, page 4 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

The minutes give the result only, with no count, so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Mayor's Request #213866 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Edna Murray to the Council on Aging

Minutes, page 4 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

The minutes give the result only, with no count, so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Committee Report #213949

Accept the report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on June 7, 2022

Minutes, page 4 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on June 7, 2022.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Ordinance #213830 (report of the Legislative Matters Committee)

Proposing an Ordinance securing the rights of individuals seeking gender- affirming care

Minutes, page 4 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDINANCE ORDAINED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Ordinance #213888 (report of the Legislative Matters Committee)

Amending Section 2-310 of the Code of Ordinances to eliminate the general residency requirement for city employees

Minutes, page 5 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDINANCE ORDAINED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Mayor's Request #213950

Requesting approval to add a fourth precinct to each of the seven wards and revise polling places accordingly

Minutes, page 5 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Mayor's Request #213952

Requesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $10,000,000 to implement the Clarendon Hill Development Program within the Clarendon Hill DIF Development District

Minutes, page 6 · Video

ApprovePassed · 10–0

Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Kelly, McLaughlin, Mouakad, Neufeld, Scott, WilsonThe minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis ABSENT: Strezo.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Mayor's Request #213953

Requesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $4,000,000 for financing a portion of the Clarendon Hill Redevelopment Project, including construction of affordable housing, as recommended...

Minutes, page 7 · Video

ApprovePassed · 10–0

Requesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $4,000,000 for financing a portion of the Clarendon Hill Redevelopment Project, including construction of affordable housing, as recommended by the Community Preservation Committee.

Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Kelly, McLaughlin, Mouakad, Neufeld, Scott, WilsonThe minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis ABSENT: Strezo.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Mayor's Request #213954

Requesting approval to appropriate and transfer $1,545,805 in unallocated COVID-19 monies from the COVID-19 Stabilization Fund to the Somerville High School Construction Fund for construction...

Minutes, page 7 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–2

Requesting approval to appropriate and transfer $1,545,805 in unallocated COVID-19 monies from the COVID-19 Stabilization Fund to the Somerville High School Construction Fund for construction costs, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed for the project by a like amount.

Yes: Clingan, Ewen-Campen, Kelly, McLaughlin, Mouakad, Neufeld, Scott, Strezo, WilsonNo: Burnley, Davis

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [9 TO 2] AYES: Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan NAYS: Burnley, Jr., Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Mayor's Request #213958

Requesting acceptance of, and approval to expend, a $250,000 grant with no new match required, from MA Department of Housing and Community Development (ARPA) to the Office of Strategic Planning...

Minutes, page 8 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

Requesting acceptance of, and approval to expend, a $250,000 grant with no new match required, from MA Department of Housing and Community Development (ARPA) to the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development for the Clarendon Hill redevelopment project.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

License/Permit #213960

Renewing Drainlayer's License, BSI Engineering Inc

Minutes, page 8 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

License/Permit #213961

Renewing Drainlayer's License, Ferrante Construction

Minutes, page 9 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

License/Permit #213962

Renewing Drainlayer's License Meninno Construction Corp

Minutes, page 9 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

License/Permit #213963

Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Sam's Falafel and Shawarma, 215 Highland Ave

Minutes, page 9 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

License/Permit #213964

Renewing Garage License, FRIT, 485 Foley Street

Minutes, page 9 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

License/Permit #213965

Renewing Lodging House License, Alpha Tau Omega, 134 Professors Row

Minutes, page 9 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

License/Permit #213966

Public Event License, Family Fun Day, Trum Field and Franey Rd, June 25, 10AM-9PM (raindate June 26)

Minutes, page 9 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

License/Permit #213967

Public Event License, St Benedict's Parish: A Mile with Jesus, Sylvester Baxter Park and surrounding area, July 10, 10:30AM-12:30PM

Minutes, page 10 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

License/Permit #213968

Public Event License, FRIT Friday Night Music Series, Baxter Park, July 15 & 19, Aug 12 & 26, Sept 9 & 23, 5PM-8:30PM (raindates Sept 30, Oct 7, Oct 14)

Minutes, page 10 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

License/Permit #213969

Public Event License, NICE Vendor Market, Statue Park, July 29 & 30, 10AM-12AM (raindate July 31)

Minutes, page 10 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

License/Permit #213970

Public Event License, Dimick St BP, from Buckingham St to Marion St, Aug 20, 10AM-11PM (raindate Aug 21)

Minutes, page 10 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Order #213971

That the Director of Engineering update the Ward 1 Councilor on the planned repaving of Mt. Pleasant and Perkins Streets

Minutes, page 10 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Order #213972

That the Director of Mobility update this Council on the effectiveness and possible expansion of motion detector streetlights to manage traffic flows

Minutes, page 11 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Order #213973

That the Commissioner of Public Works, the Director of Inspectional Services, and the Environmental Health Coordinator address rodent issues and overgrowth in the public access alleyway between...

Minutes, page 11 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

By City Councilor McLaughlin, Kelly That the Commissioner of Public Works, the Director of Inspectional Services, and the Environmental Health Coordinator address rodent issues and overgrowth in the public access alleyway between Mt. Vernon and Mt. Pleasant Streets and devise a long-term solution to the problem.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Order #213974

That the Director of Engineering address water drainage issues on the even side of Pinckney Street, near 48 Pinckney Street

Minutes, page 11 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Order #213975

That the Director of Parking explore using regional residential parking permits to reduce parking congestion on streets close to public transit

Minutes, page 11 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Resolution #213976

That the Administration consider investing a minimum of $220,000 in the Office of Housing Stability Tenant Organizing grant in FY 2023, to provide funding to increase to a minimum of three...

Minutes, page 12 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

By City Councilor McLaughlin, Ewen-Campen, Gomez Mouakad, Kelly, Wilson, Scott, Clingan, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, Davis, Burnley, Jr. That the Administration consider investing a minimum of $220,000 in the Office of Housing Stability Tenant Organizing grant in FY 2023, to provide funding to increase to a minimum of three bilingual tenant organizers.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Order #213977

That the Director of Health and Human Services and the City Solicitor report to this Council on steps that may be taken to address the reports of spiked drinks in the region, including whether the...

Minutes, page 12 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

By City Councilor Strezo, Pineda Neufeld That the Director of Health and Human Services and the City Solicitor report to this Council on steps that may be taken to address the reports of spiked drinks in the region, including whether the city can require restaurants and bars to post warning signage, encourage vigilance, and detail the criminal consequences for tampering with another patron’s beverage.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Order #213978

That the Director of Parking submit a monthly statement of fees collected for handicap parking violations, to the Chair of the Commission for Persons with Disabilities

Minutes, page 12 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Resolution #213979

That the Chair of the Commission for Persons with Disabilities provide this Council with an update on the status of the Commission’s fund

Minutes, page 13 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

Officer's Communication #213981

Acting City Solicitor submitting amendments to the Code of Ordinances, Sections 11-125 and 11-164 regarding Water and Sewer Rate Setting

Minutes, page 14 · Video

ApprovePassed · 10–0

Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Kelly, McLaughlin, Mouakad, Neufeld, Scott, WilsonThe minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDINANCE ORDAINED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis ABSENT: Strezo.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 14 (PDF)

License/Permit #213982

Public Event License, Arts Council Nepal Festival, Union Sq Plaza and city lot, June 25, 2:30PM-10PM (raindate June 26)

Minutes, page 14 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 14 (PDF)

License/Permit #213983

Public Event License, Arts Council Fourth of July Celebration, Trum Field and Broadway from Cedar St to Medford St, June 30, 1PM-11PM (raindate July 1)

Minutes, page 14 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 14 (PDF)

License/Permit #213984

Renewing Taxi Medallion License, LTK, Med #66

Minutes, page 14 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 14 (PDF)

Mayor's Request #213582

Requesting an amendment to the Somerville High School Construction appropriation to a new amount of $284,659,233 and increasing the amount of bonds, fund transfers, and other available funds of...

Minutes, page 15 · Video

ApprovePassed · 10–1

Requesting an amendment to the Somerville High School Construction appropriation to a new amount of $284,659,233 and increasing the amount of bonds, fund transfers, and other available funds of the city authorized to meet said appropriation.

Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Ewen-Campen, Kelly, McLaughlin, Mouakad, Neufeld, Scott, Strezo, WilsonNo: Davis

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [10 TO 1] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan NAYS: Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 15 (PDF)

Mayor's Request #213623

Requesting the appropriation and transfer of $10,827,440.61 from various available proceeds to the Somerville High School Construction Project thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed...

Minutes, page 15 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–2

Requesting the appropriation and transfer of $10,827,440.61 from various available proceeds to the Somerville High School Construction Project thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed for the project by a like amount.

Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Ewen-Campen, Kelly, McLaughlin, Mouakad, Neufeld, Strezo, WilsonNo: Davis, Scott

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [9 TO 2] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Ewen-Campen, Clingan NAYS: Scott, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 15 (PDF)

Mayor's Request #213624

Requesting approval to appropriate and transfer $8,964,735 from the Facility Construction Stabilization Fund to the Somerville High School Construction fund to pay costs of the construction of...

Minutes, page 16 · Video

ApprovePassed · 8–3

Requesting approval to appropriate and transfer $8,964,735 from the Facility Construction Stabilization Fund to the Somerville High School Construction fund to pay costs of the construction of Somerville High School, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed for the project by a like amount.

Yes: Clingan, Ewen-Campen, Kelly, McLaughlin, Mouakad, Neufeld, Strezo, WilsonNo: Burnley, Davis, Scott

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [8 TO 3] AYES: Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Ewen-Campen, Clingan NAYS: Burnley, Jr., Scott, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 16 (PDF)

Mayor's Request #213625

Requesting the appropriation of $7,080,519 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Somerville High School Construction Fund in order to pay costs of the construction of Somerville...

Minutes, page 16 · Video

Adopt orderPassed · 8–3

Requesting the appropriation of $7,080,519 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Somerville High School Construction Fund in order to pay costs of the construction of Somerville High School, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed for the project by a like amount.

Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Mouakad, Neufeld, Strezo, WilsonNo: Davis, Kelly, Scott

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [8 TO 3] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Ewen-Campen, Clingan NAYS: Kelly, Scott, Davis.”

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Resolution #213985

Authorizing the Somerville Commission for Persons With Disabilities to disburse at their discretion, and according to the procedures they deem fit, any funds allocated to the account established...

Minutes, page 16 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

By City Councilor Scott Authorizing the Somerville Commission for Persons With Disabilities to disburse at their discretion, and according to the procedures they deem fit, any funds allocated to the account established for the purpose of satisfying MGL Chapter 40 Section 22G, without further approval of the City Council.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Burnley, Jr., Kelly, Wilson, Gomez Mouakad, Pineda Neufeld, Strezo, McLaughlin, Scott, Ewen-Campen, Clingan, Davis.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 16 (PDF)

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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