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August 25, 2022
73 recorded votes, 71 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, Beatriz Gomez Mouakad, Lance Davis, Judy Pineda Neufeld
Absent: Jesse Clingan
Every vote, in order
Minutes #214155
Approve the minutes of the June 23, 2022 regular meeting
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, June 23, 2022.
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Grant of Location #214156
Comcast applying for a Grant of Location to install 28 feet of conduit in Central St, from Utility Pole 56/2 located at the intersection of Cypress St and Central St to a point of pickup at 7...
Comcast applying for a Grant of Location to install 28 feet of conduit in Central St, from Utility Pole 56/2 located at the intersection of Cypress St and Central St to a point of pickup at 7 Central St.
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Grant of Location #214157
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 65 feet of conduit in Broadway, from Manhole 2642 located at the intersection of Broadway and Walker St to a point of pickup at 872 Broadway
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Grant of Location #214158
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 20 feet of conduit in Warwick St, from Utility Pole 357/1 to a point of pickup at the rear of 171 Cedar St
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Grant of Location #214159
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 160 feet of conduit in the intersection of Somerville Ave and Central St, from Manhole 8637 to a point of pickup at 7 Central St
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Grant of Location #214160
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 11 feet of conduit in Hardan Rd, from Utility Pole 503/2 to a point of pickup at 10 Hardan Rd
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Grant of Location #214161
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 11 feet of conduit in the intersection of Jay St and Howard St, from Utility Pole 183/1 to a point of pickup at 38 Jay St
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Grant of Location #214162
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 28 feet of conduit in Pennsylvania Ave, from Manhole 4698 to a point of pickup at 12 Pennsylvania Ave
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Grant of Location #214163
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 5 feet of conduit in South St, from Utility Pole 316/3 to a point of pickup at 26 South St
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Grant of Location #214164
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 12 feet of conduit in Woodbine St, from Utility Pole 632/3 to a point of pickup at 19 Woodbine St
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Grant of Location #214165
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 416 feet of conduit in Middlesex Ave as follows: Starting from proposed Manhole 31554, connecting Manhole 20357 and 20356 to two...
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 416 feet of conduit in Middlesex Ave as follows: Starting from proposed Manhole 31554, connecting Manhole 20357 and 20356 to two points of pickup at 5 Middlesex Ave.
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Grant of Location #214166
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 8 feet of conduit in Aldersey St, from Utility Pole 4/2 to a point of pickup at 9 Aldersey St
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Grant of Location #214167
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 1,352 feet of conduit at the intersection of Foley St and Middlesex Ave, in Kensington Ave, to McGrath Hwy and for future use on...
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 1,352 feet of conduit at the intersection of Foley St and Middlesex Ave, in Kensington Ave, to McGrath Hwy and for future use on Middlesex Ave, and to a point of pickup at 845 McGrath Hwy.
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Grant of Location #214168
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install two proposed manholes and a total of 327 feet of conduit in the intersection of Assembly Square Dr and Mystic Ave to the...
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install two proposed manholes and a total of 327 feet of conduit in the intersection of Assembly Square Dr and Mystic Ave to the Somerville/Charlestown line.
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Grant of Location #214188
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 75 feet of conduit in the intersection of Oxford St and Beacon St, from Utility Pole 48/33 to a point of pickup at 372 Beacon St
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Order #214189
That the City Solicitor update this Council on the 8/11/22 Civil Service Commission decision Fairchild, Matthew v. City of Somerville, and the impact on the confirmations process
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #214190
That the Director of Parking consider placing new resident educational literature regarding parking permits on cars in residential areas instead of ticketing during the first five days of September
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Resolution #214191
That the Administration update this Council on the dedicated summer teen spaces, including how they were marketed to teens and usage of the three sites throughout the summer
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Resolution #214192
That the Administration update this Council on the timeline and process for identifying a permanent Teen Center
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #214193
That the Housing and Community Development Committee discuss the Democracy Collaborative’s report on Advancing Community Wealth Building in the City of Somerville
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #214194
That the Director of Health and Human Services provide free menstrual products in all restrooms in City buildings
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Order #214195
That the Director of Health and Human Services increase rat control efforts from Wigglesworth Street to Dana Street
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #214196
That the Director of Health and Human Services immediately increase rat control measures in the areas of Fellsway West to Temple Street and Broadway to Jaques Street
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #214197
That the Administration create a housing task force to address an immediate pathway to low-income home ownership
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Resolution #214198
That the Administration use American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to expand the SomerVIP program
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Resolution #214199
That the Administration compile a report focusing on aging in community in Somerville, with the data outlined below
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Resolution #214200
That the Traffic Commission approve the installation of speed bumps on Wigglesworth Street
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Home #214201
Proposing a Home Rule Petition, with the Mayor's support, to authorize the City of Somerville to establish a net zero emissions standard for new constructed buildings and major renovation projects
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld ABSENT: Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”
Order #214202
That the Director of Mobility provide this Council with an updated schedule for the redesign of Highland Avenue
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #214203
That the Director of Parking consider a "local preference" parking permit policy for the post-reconstruction resident parking spaces on Highland Avenue
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #214204
That this City Council supports Senate Bill S.1323 "An act to update the Public Shade Tree law", which would increase the penalty for the illegal removal of public shade trees from the current...
That this City Council supports Senate Bill S.1323 "An act to update the Public Shade Tree law", which would increase the penalty for the illegal removal of public shade trees from the current maximum of $500, to the actual replacement value of the trees.
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Order #214206
That the Director of Planning and the Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry report on how land is being set aside to meet Somervision 2040’s goal of 105 new acres
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Order #214207
That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management present the Brown School final report and explain how the findings will be integrated into future school building feasibility studies
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Order #214208
That the Commissioner of Public Works report on all major repairs made to school buildings during the summer
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #214209
That the Commissioner of Public Works provide quarterly reports to the School Building Facilities and Maintenance Special Committee on any major repairs and 311 work orders in school buildings
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #214210
That the Commissioner of Public Works report on planned repairs for the East Somerville Community School facade failures
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #214211
That the Director of Housing include in the inclusionary preference, a priority for families with children enrolled in Somerville Public Schools
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Order #214212
That the Director of Housing report on the percentage of inclusionary units that are occupied by those applicants with a Somerville Live/Work preference
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Order #214213
That the Director of Housing report on expansion of outreach to residents who qualify for a Somerville Live/Work preference and to non-English speaking residents
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Order #214214
That the Director of Inspectional Services report on the status of the enforcement of Section 11-111 of the Code of Ordinances, regarding Registration and maintenance of vacant property
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #214215
That the Director of Human Resources provide a preliminary report on staff feedback regarding the Commonwealth's Paid Family and Medical Leave policy
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #214216
That the relevant committee hold a hearing regarding the adoption of the provisions of the Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 175M: Family and Medical Leave
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #214217
That the City Solicitor and the Director of Parking provide this Council with an opinion on whether the adoption of Chapter 90, Section 20A of the Massachusetts General Laws would allow the City...
That the City Solicitor and the Director of Parking provide this Council with an opinion on whether the adoption of Chapter 90, Section 20A of the Massachusetts General Laws would allow the City to mail tickets for traffic violations, including those identified through 311 reports.
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #214218
That the Director of Communications publicize proposed changes to bus routes in multiple languages, and provide flyers that are available physically and electronically
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Order #214219
That the Director of Mobility provide this Council with a timeline for a final Bicycle Network Vision Plan
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #214220
That the Director of Mobility report on the feasibility of installing quick-build protected bike lanes on Broadway, and ways that the City plans to enhance safety for cyclists
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #214221
That the Director of Mobility provide an update on the timeline for the Community Path extension
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Citation #214068
Commending Mary Skipper on her selection as Superintendent of Boston Public Schools
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Order #214148
That this Council meet in Executive Session pursuant to MGL c30A s21(a)(1), to review protected personnel information or to discuss matters related to individual candidates, regarding Item...
That this Council meet in Executive Session pursuant to MGL c30A s21(a)(1), to review protected personnel information or to discuss matters related to individual candidates, regarding Item #214034, confirmation of the promotion of Timothy Van Nostrand to the position of Police Sergeant.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld ABSENT: Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”
Mayor's Request #214034
Mayor requesting confirmation of the promotion of Timothy Van Nostrand to the position of Police Sergeant
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License #214169
Renewing Garage License, Assembly Row 5B LLC, 455 Grand Union Blvd
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License #214170
Renewing Garage License, Mass Inspection, 712 Mystic Ave
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License #214171
New Sign/Awning License, La Cosecha, 85 Broadway, LED channel letters sign
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License #214172
Transferring Taxi Medallion License, from Ormond Transportation Company Inc to Early Bird Transportation LLC Medallion #49
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License #214173
Transferring Taxi Medallion License, from Ormond Transportation Company Inc to Renaissance Taxi Service LLC Medallion #50
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License #214174
Transferring Taxi Medallion License, from Alewife Transportation Company Inc to Charlie's Family LLC Medallion #80
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Public Event #214175
Jade Lu applying for a Public Event License for Thrift Store Prom on August 27 from 5pm to 10:30pm (raindate September 3)
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Public Event #214176
Arthur D. Healey School applying for a Public Event License for Welcome Back to School on August 29 from 4:30pm to 7:30pm (raindate September 15)
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Public Event #214177
Ryan Well applying for a Public Event License for Craft demo on August 29 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm (raindate September 5)
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Public Event #214178
City of Somerville applying for a Public Event License for Military Health and Wellness Day on September 10 from 9am to 3pm (raindate September 11)
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Public Event #214179
Society of S.S. Cosmas & Damian applying for a Public Event License for Procession for S.S. Cosmas & Damian on September 11 from 2:30pm to 6:30pm (raindate September 18)
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Public Event #214180
Alex Feldman applying for a Public Event License for Rogers Ave Block Party on September 17 from 4pm to 8:30pm (raindate September 18)
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Public Event #214181
East Somerville Main Streets applying for a Public Event License for Foodie Crawl on September 20 from 2pm to 10:30pm (raindate September 21)
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Public Event #214182
HONK! applying for a Public Event License for HONK! Festival on October 7 from 2pm-9:30pm, October 8 from 10am-10pm, and October 9 from 10am-2pm
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Public Event #214183
Elisabeth Adams applying for a Public Event License for Berkeley St Block Party on October 15 from 2pm to 8pm (raindate October 16)
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Public Event #214184
Jim Adams applying for a Public Event License for Hudson St Block Party on October 22 from 2pm to 8pm (raindate October 23)
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Resolution #214226
That the Somerville City Council hereby designates August 31, 2022, as Overdose Awareness Day in the City of Somerville
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Order #214227
That the Mobility Department work to clearly mark all speed bumps in the city
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #214228
That the appropriate City Department provide work with the Fire Department and Local 76 to move the Highland Avenue station's kitchen to the second floor
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License #214185
New Drainlayer's License, High Quality Excavating Inc
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Small Wireless Facility #214186
Extenet applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole near 51 Beacon Street
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Public Event #214187
Somerville Education Foundation applying for a Public Event License for Back to School Jam on August 31 from 11:30am to 1:30pm (raindate September 1)
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Resolution #214230
That the entire City Council commends the City Clerk's Office, IT staff, and everyone else who played a role in transitioning City Council business to the new Legistar online platform
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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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