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September 14, 2023
88 recorded votes, 87 with disagreement.
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Note on these minutes: Called to order by Ward Three City Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen. Beatriz Gomez Mouakad arrived late (7:07 p.m).
Present: Willie Burnley, Kristen Strezo, Jake Wilson, Matthew McLaughlin, J.T. Scott, Ben Ewen-Campen, Jesse Clingan, Beatriz Gomez Mouakad, Lance Davis, Judy Pineda Neufeld
Absent: Charlotte Kelly
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Minutes #23-1388
Approve the minutes of the July 13, 2023 regular meeting
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, July 13, 2023.
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Minutes #23-1389
Approve the minutes of the July 20, 2023 special meeting
Approval of the Minutes of the Special Meeting, July 20, 2023.
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Minutes #23-1390
Approve the minutes of the August 3, 2023 special meeting
Approval of the Minutes of the Special Meeting, August 3, 2023.
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Citation #23-1333
Commending John Wilson on the conclusion of his mind-boggling HBO series, "How To with John Wilson"
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Citation #23-1350
Commending Edra Mercer on the auspicious occasion of her 100th birthday
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Grant of Location #23-1335
Cambridge Network Solutions applying for a Grant of Location to install 63 feet of conduit in Medford Street, from existing Verizon Manhole 26/515 to a point of pickup at 35 Medford Street
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Grant of Location #23-1336
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 198 feet of conduit in Broadway, from Manhole 1922 located at the intersection of Broadway and Fenwick Street to a point of pickup at 366...
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 198 feet of conduit in Broadway, from Manhole 1922 located at the intersection of Broadway and Fenwick Street to a point of pickup at 366 Broadway.
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Grant of Location #23-1337
Verizon applying for a Grant of Location to install 429 feet of conduit along Somerville Avenue and Poplar Street, from Manhole 44/252 in Somerville Avenue to Manhole 44/20 located at the...
Verizon applying for a Grant of Location to install 429 feet of conduit along Somerville Avenue and Poplar Street, from Manhole 44/252 in Somerville Avenue to Manhole 44/20 located at the intersection of Poplar Street and Linwood Street.
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Grant of Location #23-1338
Verizon applying for a Grant of Location to install 209 feet of conduit in Somerville Avenue, from Manhole 44/42 to existing Extenet handhole located near 345 Somerville Avenue
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Order #23-1355
That the Director of Engineering re-pave Highland Avenue from Central Street to Walnut Street this year instead of waiting until 2024
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #23-1356
That the Director of Mobility and Director of Engineering install a quick-build two-way protected bicycle facility on School Street, between Highland Avenue and the Community Path
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Resolution #23-1357
That the Mayor hire a minimum of four Department of Public Works Grounds Division staff to increase maintenance of public spaces and new native planting projects, in advance of the Pollinator...
That the Mayor hire a minimum of four Department of Public Works Grounds Division staff to increase maintenance of public spaces and new native planting projects, in advance of the Pollinator Action Plan.
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Order #23-1358
That the Director of Economic Development appear before this Council to discuss the current status of the implementation of the Gilman Square Neighborhood Plan
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #23-1359
That the Director of Capital Projects provide this Council with a printed timeline for the reconstruction of a new Winter Hill Community School
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #23-1361
That the Director of Engineering place speed humps on School Street, between Broadway and Medford Street
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #23-1362
That the Director of Mobility place in-street spring-loaded pedestrian crosswalk signs on Medford Street at Sycamore, Thurston, and Dartmouth Streets
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #23-1360
That the Administration declare the second week of October as de-"RAT"ification week on an annual basis, with a robust public education campaign that includes events and announcements and the full...
That the Administration declare the second week of October as de-"RAT"ification week on an annual basis, with a robust public education campaign that includes events and announcements and the full use of the city’s communication apparatus.
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Order #23-1363
That the Commissioner of Public Works raise the low-hanging wires in front of 50 Chandler Street so that they do not get snagged on cars
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #23-1364
That the Director of Planning, Preservation and Zoning discuss the potential for density bonus incentives, such as $150,000 for homeowners to build affordable housing for rent, or homeownership
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #23-1366
That the Director of Sustainability and Environment discuss the plan for outreach for the online Climate Survey and how residents without computers are brought into the conversation
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #23-1385
That the Commissioner of Public Works take the appropriate measures to repair the broken light fixtures at New Hampshire and Pennsylvania Avenues and file a complaint for Eversource to address the...
That the Commissioner of Public Works take the appropriate measures to repair the broken light fixtures at New Hampshire and Pennsylvania Avenues and file a complaint for Eversource to address the situation.
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Resolution #23-1365
That the Administration discuss the progress of the parking plan within the lease of the Tufts Administration Building (TAB)
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #23-1367
That the Commissioner of Public Works ensure that the new Police sub-station in East Somerville is easily accessible to the public and includes public restrooms
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #23-1368
That the Commissioner of Public Works address the overgrowth and trash on the corner of Lincoln Avenue and Mt. Vernon Street
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Order #23-1369
That the Commissioner of Public Works address the graffiti on the sidewalk in front of 75 Washington Street
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Order #23-1370
That the Director of Health and Human Services create a homeless worker program, similar to the Roca program, that offers compensated community cleanup and other community service jobs to the...
That the Director of Health and Human Services create a homeless worker program, similar to the Roca program, that offers compensated community cleanup and other community service jobs to the un-housed.
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #23-1371
That the Commissioner of Public Works ensure that the port-a-potties in East Somerville are consistently cleaned
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Order #23-1372
That the Director of Health and Human Services update this Council on homelessness outreach efforts, including the hiring of four clinicians, case managers and home visitations
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #23-1373
That the Director of Inspectional Services update this Council on enforcement of the Dark Skies ordinance that restricts light pollution and reduces energy consumption
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #23-1375
That the Director of Engineering consider installing water fountains along the Community Path Extension
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #23-1377
That the Director of Mobility add additional signage on Victoria Street to reduce speeds
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #23-1374
That the Administration update this Council on the recipients of the $10 million American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds allocation for the nonprofit funding round
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Committee Report #23-1321
Accept the report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on September 6, 2023
Report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on September 6, 2023.
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Mayor's Request #23-1235 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Dennis Lemard to the Housing Authority Board of Commissioners
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Mayor's Request #23-1237 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Cassie Walston to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund
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Mayor's Request #23-1256 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Jeffrey DiGregorio to the position of Police Captain
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Mayor's Request #23-1257 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Salvatore Fusco to the position of Police Lieutenant
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Mayor's Request #23-1258 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Samir Messaoudi to the position of Police Sergeant
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Mayor's Request #23-1259 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Steven Scrugli to the position of Police Sergeant
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Mayor's Request #23-1299 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Christopher J. Ward to the position of Deputy Police Chief
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Mayor's Request #23-1307 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jennifer Tsolas to the Condominium Review Board
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Committee Report #23-1379
Accept the report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on September 12, 2023
Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on September 12, 2023.
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Mayor's Request #23-0779 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a Sidewalk Easement and Maintenance Agreement at 100 Chestnut Street
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Mouakad, Neufeld, Strezo, WilsonThe minutes list J.T. Scott as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, 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 ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Kelly, and Ward Two City Councilor Scott.”
Mayor's Request #23-1050 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $48,612.38 grant that requires a match, from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to the Fire Department for the purchase of high visibility...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $48,612.38 grant that requires a match, from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to the Fire Department for the purchase of high visibility jackets.
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Mayor's Request #23-1146 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to re-purpose $100,000 in Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds awarded to the Parks and Urban Forestry Division for the design of Junction Park, to be used for construction
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Mayor's Request #23-1196 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $13,833.64 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Admin Professional and Technical account for FY 2022 Roca services
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Mayor's Request #23-1197 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $440 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Repair & Maintenance Vehicles Account for vehicle inspections
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Mayor's Request #23-1201 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to appropriate $97,000 from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) Open Space Reserve Fund to the Public Space and Urban Forestry Division for renovation of the Brown Schoolyard
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Mayor's Request #23-1202 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to appropriate $411,776 from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) Open Space Reserve Fund to the Public Space and Urban Forestry Division for renovation of Henry Hansen Park
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Mayor's Request #23-1203 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to appropriate $98,053 from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) Historic Preservation Reserve Fund to the Somerville Museum for restoration of the collection storage area
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Mayor's Request #23-1207 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $100,000 grant with no new match required, from MA Department of Housing and Community Development to the Office of Strategic Planning and Community...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $100,000 grant with no new match required, from MA Department of Housing and Community Development to the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development Administration Division for the study of energy efficiency opportunities in affordable housing for low and moderate income households.
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Mayor's Request #23-1208 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $100,000 grant with no new match required, from MA Department of Housing and Community Development to the Office of Strategic Planning and Community...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $100,000 grant with no new match required, from MA Department of Housing and Community Development to the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development Administration Division for focus groups and a feasibility study related to the development of a rental registry and energy retrofitting housing.
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Mayor's Request #23-1229 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $57,716.11 from the Veterans Department's Ordinary Maintenance - Veterans Benefits account to the Personal Services - Salaries account to fund the Veterans...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $57,716.11 from the Veterans Department's Ordinary Maintenance - Veterans Benefits account to the Personal Services - Salaries account to fund the Veterans Project Manager position though the end of FY 2024.
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Mayor's Request #23-1238 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $16,929.60 using available funds in the Engineering Repairs & Maintenance - Highways Account for Police details
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Mayor's Request #23-1239 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting authorization to borrow $4,269,990 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for the recurring FY 2024 Sewer Improvements program
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Mouakad, Neufeld, Strezo, WilsonThe minutes list J.T. Scott as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, 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 ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Kelly, and Ward Two City Councilor Scott.”
Mayor's Request #23-1240 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting authorization to borrow $6,878,900 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for various sewer improvement projects as part of participation in the Massachusetts Water Resources...
Requesting authorization to borrow $6,878,900 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for various sewer improvement projects as part of participation in the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) I/I Local Financial Assistance Program, Phases 9-11.
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Mouakad, Neufeld, Strezo, WilsonThe minutes list J.T. Scott as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, 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 ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Kelly, and Ward Two City Councilor Scott.”
Mayor's Request #23-1241 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay a prior year invoice totaling $31.40 using available funds in the Law Department's Ordinary Maintenance Recordings Account for public access to court electronic recordings
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Mayor's Request #23-1255 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $4,980 grant with no new match required, from Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) to the Fire Department for the purchase of emergency...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $4,980 grant with no new match required, from Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) to the Fire Department for the purchase of emergency response equipment.
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Mayor's Request #23-1261 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $95,000 grant with no new match required, from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to the Office of...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $95,000 grant with no new match required, from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to the Office of Sustainability and Environment for the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Program 2.0 Planning Grant.
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Mayor's Request #23-1264 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $6,285 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Buildings Elevator Repair & Maint Account for repairs to the High School...
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $6,285 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Buildings Elevator Repair & Maint Account for repairs to the High School elevators.
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Mayor's Request #23-1265 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $4,509.75 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Buildings Interior Maint Account for asbestos testing
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Mayor's Request #23-1266 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $980 using available funds in the Buildings Fire Alarm Repair & Maint Account for Fire Alarm testing and services
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Committee Report #23-1253
Accept the report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting in Joint Session with the Planning Board on September 7, 2023
Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting in Joint Session with the Planning Board on September 7, 2023.
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Committee Report #23-1380
Accept the report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on September 13, 2023
Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on September 13, 2023.
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Committee Report #23-1378
Accept the report of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on September 11, 2023
Report of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on September 11, 2023.
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Officer's Communication #23-1352
City Solicitor requesting that this Council convene in Executive Session to discuss property at Matignon pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(6)
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., 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 ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Kelly.”
License #23-1324
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 32 Dearborn Rd
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License #23-1342
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 39R Latin Way
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License #23-1325
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 40A Latin Way
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License #23-1347
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 75 Packard Ave
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License #23-1326
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 125 Powder House Blvd
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License #23-1343
Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 8 Whitfield Road
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Public Event #23-1327
Haley Suarez applying for a Public Event License for Riverfest on September 16 from 10am to 10pm (raindate September 17)
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Public Event #23-1328
Gil Cayford applying for a Public Event License for Rock in the Park on September 16 from 4pm to 10pm
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Public Event #23-1345
David Margolin applying for a Public Event License for Highland Rd BP on September 17 from 3pm to 8pm (raindate October 1)
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Public Event #23-1323
John Long applying for a Public Event License for Chandler St BP on September 23 from 2:30pm to 7:30pm (raindate September 24)
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Public Event #23-1329
Kelsey Kent applying for a Public Event License for Lexington Ave BP on September 23 from 3pm to 9pm
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Public Event #23-1344
Adam Parker applying for a Public Event License for Foundation for Animals: Dog Festival on September 24 from 7am to 5pm
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Public Event #23-1330
Communications & Community Engagement Department applying for a Public Event License for Civic Day on September 30 from 8:30am to 6:30pm
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Public Event #23-1331
Brandon Wilson applying for a Public Event License for Josephine Ave BP on September 30 from 2pm to 9:30pm (raindate October 1)
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Public Event #23-1346
Marcy Goldstein-Gelb applying for a Public Event License for Boston-Prichard Ave BP on October 1 from 3pm to 10pm (raindate October 22)
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Public Event #23-1332
Zachary Baum applying for a Public Event License for Annual Vintage Market on October 8 from 9am to 9pm (raindate October 29)
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Resolution #23-1393
That the Administration update the City Council on the status of body cameras for police officers
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #23-1397
That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management update this Council on the sewer separation work and any opportunities for prioritizing problematic areas of the city
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
License #23-1394
New Drainlayer's License, Form Up Sitework LLC
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Public Event #23-1395
Kelsey Kent applying for a Public Event License for Lexington Ave BP on September 24 from 4pm to 9pm
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Order #23-1399
That the Administration report to this Council on the ability to require further repairs on Highland Ave, and if none, an explanation on whether that complies with road engineering regulations
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
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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