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October 25, 2022
64 recorded votes, 50 with disagreement.
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Note on these minutes: Called to order by Ward One City Councilor Matthew McLaughlin. These minutes have no attendance list; attendance is from the council’s official “Call of the Roll” record on the city’s Legistar site. Willie Burnley arrived late (7:01PM).
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 #22-1843
Approve the minutes of the September 22, 2022 regular meeting
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, September 22, 2022.
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Citation #22-1804
Commending Adda Santos on receipt of the award of Massachusetts History Teacher of the Year
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Grant of Location #22-1790
Comcast applying for a Grant of Location to install 10 feet of conduit in Hawkins Street, from Utility Pole 164/1-1 to a point of pickup at 3 Hawkins Street
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Grant of Location #22-1791
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 8 feet of conduit in the intersection of Princeton Street and Alpine Street, from Utility Pole 7/8 to a point of pickup at 4 Princeton Street
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Order #22-1793
That the Director of the Office of Housing Stability discuss the potential impact of the anticipated January 2023 Social Security cost of living increase on affordable housing
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #22-1794
That the Director of Mobility discuss the possible implementation of Neighborways painting on Edgar Street
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #22-1796
That the Director of Inspectional Services develop a policy requiring all redevelopments to post the information detailed within on the outer perimeter of the property
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #22-1797
That the Administration make information about all licenses and permits viewable without requiring a CitizenServ account
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #22-1826
That the Director of Economic Development update this Council on progress toward a Task Force for creation of a Community Center
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #22-1827
That the Director of Mobility work with the Ward 3 Councilor to make Benton Road one-way from Highland Ave to Summer Street
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #22-1828
That the Director of Parking place a "Yield to Pedestrians" sign in the temporary crosswalk across Somerville Ave at Spring Street
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Resolution #22-1798
That the Administration update this Council on efforts to use District Improvement Financing to capture new tax growth, specifically for new affordable housing
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #22-1829
That the Administration create an electric bicycle incentive program for public employees
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Order #22-1830
That the Director of Mobility present to this Council on where heavy commercial vehicles are restricted per Traffic Regulations Section 7-27 Operation of Heavy Commercial Vehicles
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #22-1831
That the Director of Parking, Director of Mobility, and Police Chief present to this Council on enforcement of Traffic Regulations Section 7-27(a)
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #22-1832
That the Director of Parking, Director of Mobility, and Director of Engineering present to this Council on engagement and consideration of business needs regarding curbside changes
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #22-1834
That the Director of Mobility and Director of Engineering present to this Council on documentation of vehicle types, timing and frequency, and turning movements when determining on-street loading...
That the Director of Mobility and Director of Engineering present to this Council on documentation of vehicle types, timing and frequency, and turning movements when determining on-street loading zones.
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #22-1835
That the Director of Mobility provide an update on the businesses surveyed regarding Highland Ave improvements and share the data collected
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #22-1836
That the Director of Constituent Services add a 311 Service Request category for reporting parking in bicycle lanes
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #22-1837
That the Director of Mobility evaluate cut through traffic on Vernon Street and Trull Street and provide recommendations for traffic calming
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #22-1838
That the Director of Mobility explore traffic calming options on Porter Street
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #22-1839
That the Director of Mobility respond to the petition regarding traffic calming and additional bicycle parking at the Kennedy School
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #22-1840
That the Director of Engineering report on how schools are notified of road construction projects or work that impacts bus routes within a half mile radius
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #22-1765
That Outside Counsel Timothy Zessin update this Council on the 10/6/22 Civil Service Commission decision Kiely, Michael v. City of Somerville, and the impact on the confirmations process
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Committee Report #22-1781
Accept the report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on October 20, 2022
Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on October 20, 2022.
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Mayor's Request #22-1535 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $36,000 grant with no new match required, from the MA Department of Environmental Protection to the Department of Public Works for the Sustainable...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $36,000 grant with no new match required, from the MA Department of Environmental Protection to the Department of Public Works for the Sustainable Materials Recovery Program.
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Mayor's Request #22-1538 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $16,900 grant with no new match required, from Mass Cultural Council to the Arts Council for unrestricted operating support
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Mayor's Request #22-1557 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to create the BikeShare Stabilization Fund and accept a payment to the Fund of $75,000 from developer contributions to sponsor new Bike Share Stations
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“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 Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”
Mayor's Request #22-1559 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to appropriate $75,000 from the Bike Share Stabilization Fund for installation and startup costs of a BlueBike station at the 100 Chestnut Development site
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“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 Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”
Mayor's Request #22-1563 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting a supplemental appropriation of $24,000 to the Law Department Salaries Account to fund an anticipated deficit
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Mayor's Request #22-1637 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $60,155 from the CPA Undesignated Fund Balance for restoration of 181 Broadway
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“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 Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”
Mayor's Request #22-1639 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of the termination of the London Street easement
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“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 Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”
Mayor's Request #22-1662 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting authorization to borrow $4,390,000 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for the recurring FY23 Sewer Improvements program
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“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 Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”
Mayor's Request #22-1663 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting authorization to borrow $7,110,000 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for the recurring FY23 Water Main Rehabilitation program
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“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 Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”
Mayor's Request #22-1664 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting authorization to borrow $1,730,000 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for the annual recurring FY23 Sewer System Evaluation and Infiltration/Inflow Assessment
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“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 Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”
Mayor's Request #22-1665 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting authorization to borrow $1,477,738 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for participation in the FY23 MWRA Lead Line Replacement Program
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“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 Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”
Mayor's Request #22-1666 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $255,097.62 using available funds in various Department of Public Works Accounts
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Mayor's Request #22-1667 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $200,000 grant with no new match required, from the City of Boston Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for First Responder portable...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $200,000 grant with no new match required, from the City of Boston Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for First Responder portable radios.
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Mayor's Request #22-1670 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $60,000 from the SomerViva Professional & Technical Services Account to the Immigrant Legal Services Stabilization Fund to provide funding for immigrant legal...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $60,000 from the SomerViva Professional & Technical Services Account to the Immigrant Legal Services Stabilization Fund to provide funding for immigrant legal defense services.
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Mayor's Request #22-1671 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to create the Immigrant Legal Services Stabilization Fund
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“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 Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”
Mayor's Request #22-1672 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to appropriate $60,000 from the Immigrant Legal Services Stabilization Fund to fund legal services for immigrants seeking permanent residency
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“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 Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”
Mayor's Request #22-1673 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $1,000 donation from Iron Workers Local 7 Union to fund the Vietnam Moving Wall event November 10-14
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Mayor's Request #22-1674 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to establish a Consolidated Gift Account to accept donations for the Vietnam Moving Wall event on Veterans Day Weekend
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“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 Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”
Mayor's Request #22-1677 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $62,020 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Grounds Account for tree services
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Mayor's Request #22-1678 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $121,500 from the Salary Contingency, Salaries Account to the DPW Highway, Other Lump Sum Benefits account to fund an agreement with the Somerville Municipal...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $121,500 from the Salary Contingency, Salaries Account to the DPW Highway, Other Lump Sum Benefits account to fund an agreement with the Somerville Municipal Employees Association.
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“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 Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”
Mayor's Request #22-1679 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $15,000 from the Salary Contingency, Salaries Account to the Law Department Judgments & Settlements Account to fund an Agreement with the Somerville Municipal...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $15,000 from the Salary Contingency, Salaries Account to the Law Department Judgments & Settlements Account to fund an Agreement with the Somerville Municipal Employees Association.
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“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 Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”
Committee Report #22-1779
Accept the report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on October 19, 2022
Report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on October 19, 2022.
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Committee Report #22-1780
Accept the report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on October 20, 2022
Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on October 20, 2022.
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Committee Report #22-1778
Accept the report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on October 18, 2022
Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on October 18, 2022.
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Ordinance #22-1461 (report of the Legislative Matters Committee)
That Chapter 2, Article VI, Section 2-319 of the Code of Ordinances, regarding bereavement leave, be amended as attached
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“RESULT: ORDINANCE ORDAINED 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 Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”
Mayor's Request #22-1714 (report of the Legislative Matters Committee)
Requesting ordainment of an amendment to the Code of Ordinances, Section 2-221, to extend the exclusive period for Group A and Group B Priority Marijuana License applicants
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Officer's Communication #22-1748
City Clerk requesting confirmation of the appointment of Stephanie Widzowski to the position of Clerk of Committees
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License #22-1786
New Drainlayer's License, Alfa Excavation Inc
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License #22-1787
New Drainlayer's License, Bassco Excavating
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License #22-1788
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Insite Contracting Inc
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License #22-1789
Renewing Garage License, Herb Chambers, 259 McGrath Hwy
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Public Event #22-1801
Mayor's Office applying for a Public Event License for Truck O' Treat on October 27 from 4pm to 8pm
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Public Event #22-1792
Denis Malkov applying for a Public Event License for Murdock St BP on October 29 from 11am to 5pm
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Public Event #22-1799
Danielle Angelillo applying for a Public Event License for Halloween BP on October 31 from 3pm to 9pm
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Public Event #22-1802
JT Scott applying for a Public Event License for Springfield St Halloween BP on October 31 from 4pm to 10pm
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Public Event #22-1800
Dominique Stassart applying for a Public Event License for Halloween BP on Prospect Hill on October 31 from 4pm to 10:30pm
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Public Event #22-1803
Veteran's Department applying for a Public Event License for Vietnam Veterans Moving Wall on November 10-14
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Order #22-1844
That the Director of Racial and Social Justice provide an update on the Police Staffing Report
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #22-1848
That this Council discuss municipal broadband, and the implementation of the Somerville Internet Access Task Force
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
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