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Somerville City Council · 2024–2025 Council · Regular meeting

March 28, 2024

69 recorded votes, 15 with disagreement.

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Attendance

Note on these minutes: Called to order by Ward Three City Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen. J.T. Scott arrived late (7:06 p.m). Jake Wilson arrived late (7:21 p.m).

Present: Willie Burnley, Wilfred Mbah, Kristen Strezo, Jake Wilson, Matthew McLaughlin, J.T. Scott, Ben Ewen-Campen, Jesse Clingan, Naima Sait, Lance Davis

Absent: Judy Pineda Neufeld

During the meeting:

  • Ben Ewen-Campen recused from the vote on Public Communication #24-0059 (report of the Land Use Committee) (Gregg Donovan requesting a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 321...).

Every vote, in order

Minutes #24-0449

Approve the minutes of the February 22, 2024 regular meeting

Minutes, page 1 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 22, 2024.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Grant of Location #24-0434

Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 12 feet of conduit in Alewife Brook Parkway, from Manhole 12332 at the intersection of Alewife Brook Parkway and Broadway

Minutes, page 2 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Order #24-0417

That the Executive Director of the Arts Council appear before the Housing and Community Development Committee to present a Porchfest safety plan that addresses pedestrian safety concerns...

Minutes, page 2 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

That the Executive Director of the Arts Council appear before the Housing and Community Development Committee to present a Porchfest safety plan that addresses pedestrian safety concerns, promotion of street closures, intersection crossing safety and the prevention of aggressive and dangerous driver behavior during the active event hours.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Housing and Community Development Committee AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Order #24-0419

That the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment and the Director of Health and Human Services discuss how climate change affects residents over 65 years old and how climate...

Minutes, page 3 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

That the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment and the Director of Health and Human Services discuss how climate change affects residents over 65 years old and how climate forward programs can address this demographic.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations Committee AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Resolution #24-0418

That the Administration discuss post-pilot plan considerations of the Guaranteed Basic Income pilot program

Minutes, page 3 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations Committee AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Communication #24-0420

Place on file: Conveying a report of the Children's Cabinet

Minutes, page 4 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.

From the minutes

“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Resolution #24-0428

That the Administration provide an update on the Braille embosser purchased in summer 2023, including its current location and the plan to put it to use

Minutes, page 4 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations Committee AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Order #24-0429

That the Director of Inspectional Services update the Ward 1 City Councilor on the recent collapse of a house at 16 Bonair Street

Minutes, page 4 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Public Health and Public Safety Committee AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Order #24-0430

That the Director of Inspectional Services update the Ward 1 City Councilor on the status of any permits issued to contractors associated with 16 Bonair Street

Minutes, page 5 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Public Health and Public Safety Committee AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Order #24-0431

That the Commissioner of Public Works ensure that city trash barrels in Ward 1 are emptied on a regular basis

Minutes, page 5 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Order #24-0432

That the Commissioner of Public Works replace any defective Big Belly trash barrels in Ward 1 with standard trash barrels until they are repaired

Minutes, page 6 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Communication #24-0433

Place on file: Announcing monthly Ward 1 community cleanups on the first Monday of every month, beginning at 5:30 pm at Connexion Church

Minutes, page 6 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.

From the minutes

“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Committee Report #24-0395

Accept the report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on March 19, 2024

Minutes, page 6 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on March 19, 2024.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Committee Report #24-0396

Accept the report of the Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on March 19, 2024

Minutes, page 7 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on March 19, 2024.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Committee Report #24-0401

Accept the report of the Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on March 26, 2024

Minutes, page 8 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on March 26, 2024.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Resolution #24-0459 (report of the Finance Committee)

That this Council conveys its support for Housing Stabilization as outlined in memos and budget priorities submitted by City Councilors

Minutes, page 8 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Resolution #24-0460 (report of the Finance Committee)

That this Council conveys its support in the FY 2025 budget, for homeless services including all approaches listed in councilor memos, and specifically including funding for a permanent brick and...

Minutes, page 8 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

That this Council conveys its support in the FY 2025 budget, for homeless services including all approaches listed in councilor memos, and specifically including funding for a permanent brick and mortar location.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Resolution #24-0461 (report of the Finance Committee)

That all items in the Alternative Emergency Response category be submitted to the Mayor to be included in the FY 2025 budget

Minutes, page 8 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Resolution #24-0462 (report of the Finance Committee)

That this Council conveys to the Mayor, the importance of housing affordability, including the creation of an Acquisition Fund, as a Council priority for inclusion in the FY 2025 budget

Minutes, page 9 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Resolution #24-0463 (report of the Finance Committee)

That this Council conveys its support for the inclusion of municipal composting in the FY 2025 budget, including all approaches listed in Councilor memos

Minutes, page 9 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Resolution #24-0464 (report of the Finance Committee)

That the Administration include rodent mitigation in the FY 2025 budget as outlined in Councilor memos and resolutions, and increase funding and staffing in the city for rodent mitigation

Minutes, page 9 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Resolution #24-0465 (report of the Finance Committee)

That this Council conveys its support for providing resources in the FY 2025 budget for medical debt forgiveness, municipal building decarbonization, out of school time programming, and an...

Minutes, page 10 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

That this Council conveys its support for providing resources in the FY 2025 budget for medical debt forgiveness, municipal building decarbonization, out of school time programming, and an overdose prevention center, as outlined in Councilor memos for their FY 2025 budget priorities.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Committee Report #24-0397

Accept the report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on March 20, 2024

Minutes, page 10 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on March 20, 2024.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Committee Report #24-0399

Accept the report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on March 21, 2024

Minutes, page 11 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on March 21, 2024.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0037 (report of the Land Use Committee)

Requesting ordainment of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinances to amend Article 9: Use Provisions, and the Permitted Uses tables of all zoning districts, to establish a Recreational Camp for...

Minutes, page 11 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Requesting ordainment of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinances to amend Article 9: Use Provisions, and the Permitted Uses tables of all zoning districts, to establish a Recreational Camp for Children use within the Recreational Services use category.

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDINANCE ORDAINED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Public Communication #24-0059 (report of the Land Use Committee)

Gregg Donovan requesting a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 321 Washington Street from Fabrication (FAB) to Commercial Industry (CI)

Minutes, page 12 · Video

ApproveFailed · 0–9

No: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Mbah, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonBen Ewen-Campen recused and is left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“RESULT: NOT APPROVED NAY: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and City Councilor At Large Strezo ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld RECUSED: Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen.”

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

Committee Report #24-0402

Accept the report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on March 27, 2024

Minutes, page 12 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on March 27, 2024.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

License #24-0156 (report of the Licenses and Permits Committee)

New Billiards and Bowling License, Lucky Strike, 325 Revolution Drive, for 5 billiard tables and 8 bowling lanes

Minutes, page 12 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

License #24-0157 (report of the Licenses and Permits Committee)

New Extended Operating Hours License, Lucky Strike, 325 Revolution Drive, opening Monday-Sunday until 2am for in-store service only

Minutes, page 13 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

License #24-0267 (report of the Licenses and Permits Committee)

New Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Ravelo's Auto Sales, 61 Washington St, for 0 vehicles inside and 1 vehicles outside, Mon-Fri: 8am-6pm, Sat: 8am-2pm, Sun: closed

Minutes, page 13 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Committee Report #24-0398

Accept the report of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on March 20, 2024

Minutes, page 14 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Report of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on March 20, 2024.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Committee Report #24-0394

Accept the report of the Committee on Public Utilities and Public Works, meeting on March 18, 2024

Minutes, page 15 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Report of the Committee on Public Utilities and Public Works, meeting on March 18, 2024.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Committee Report #24-0400

Accept the report of the Special Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance, meeting on March 25, 2024

Minutes, page 16 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Report of the Special Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance, meeting on March 25, 2024.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Resolution #24-0466 (report of the School Building Facilities and Maintenance Special Committee)

That the Administration provide the Special Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance with regular updates about the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) process for the...

Minutes, page 17 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

That the Administration provide the Special Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance with regular updates about the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) process for the Winter Hill and Brown Schools.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: School Building Facilities and Maintenance Special Committee AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 17 (PDF)

Officer's Communication #24-0413

Place on file: Planning Board conveying recommendations for items #24-0037 and #24-0059

Minutes, page 18 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.

From the minutes

“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 18 (PDF)

License #24-0435

Renewing Drainlayer's License, A.P. Flowers & Son LLC

Minutes, page 18 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 18 (PDF)

License #24-0436

Renewing Drainlayer's License, Garrett Construction Co Inc

Minutes, page 19 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 19 (PDF)

License #24-0437

Renewing Drainlayer's License, Hydra Tech Inc

Minutes, page 19 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 19 (PDF)

License #24-0438

Renewing Drainlayer's License, J. Marchese and Sons Inc

Minutes, page 19 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 19 (PDF)

License #24-0439

Renewing Drainlayer's License, Tufts Construction Inc

Minutes, page 20 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 20 (PDF)

License #24-0440

Renewing Drainlayer's License, United Civil Inc

Minutes, page 20 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 20 (PDF)

License #24-0442

Renewing Garage License, Goodyear Auto Service Center, 1 Bow St

Minutes, page 20 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 20 (PDF)

License #24-0441

Renewing Garage License, Sam's Gas and Service, 166 Boston Ave

Minutes, page 21 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 21 (PDF)

License #24-0443

Renewing Taxi Medallion License, LaFoi Taxi Inc, Med. #20

Minutes, page 21 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 21 (PDF)

License #24-0444

Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Renaissance Taxi Service LLC, Med. #50

Minutes, page 21 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 21 (PDF)

License #24-0445

Renewing Taxi Medallion License, BAETDA Transportation Services LLC, Med. #51, 77, 93

Minutes, page 21 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 21 (PDF)

License #24-0446

Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Bostonshuttles.com LLP, Med. #69

Minutes, page 22 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 22 (PDF)

Public Communication #24-0421

Place on file: Parent Teacher Associations submitting comments re: Edgerly School

Minutes, page 22 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.

From the minutes

“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 22 (PDF)

Public Communication #24-0422

Place on file: Ed Vogel submitting comments re: ShotSpotter

Minutes, page 22 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.

From the minutes

“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 22 (PDF)

Public Communication #24-0423

Place on file: Somerville Stands Together submitting comments re: CHERISH Act

Minutes, page 23 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.

From the minutes

“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 23 (PDF)

Public Communication #24-0424

Place on file: Eight residents submitting comments re: item 24-0178, for a public hearing held March 19, 2024 in a meeting of the Finance Committee of the Whole

Minutes, page 23 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.

From the minutes

“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 23 (PDF)

Public Communication #24-0425

Place on file: David Leung and Calvin Zhao submitting comments re: affordable housing

Minutes, page 24 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.

From the minutes

“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 24 (PDF)

Public Communication #24-0426

Place on file: Henry Edward Hardy submitting comments re: public housing

Minutes, page 24 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.

From the minutes

“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 24 (PDF)

Public Communication #24-0427

Place on file: Caren Kimball submitting comments re: item 24-0089 a resolution in support of an enduring ceasefire in Gaza

Minutes, page 24 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.

From the minutes

“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 24 (PDF)

Order #24-0450

That the Director of Parking update this Council on efforts to ticket vehicles with illegal license covers, including how many tickets have been issued for this reason in the last year

Minutes, page 25 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Traffic and Parking Committee AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 25 (PDF)

Order #24-0451

That the Director of Health and Human Services update this Council on the plan to prioritize the deployment of masks and tests to reduce the spread of COVID-19

Minutes, page 25 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Public Health and Public Safety Committee AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 25 (PDF)

Order #24-0453

That the Director of the Office of Housing Stability explain to this Council how requirements, paperwork, or means testing will change for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funded programs that...

Minutes, page 26 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

That the Director of the Office of Housing Stability explain to this Council how requirements, paperwork, or means testing will change for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funded programs that transition to funding from the city.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Housing and Community Development Committee AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 26 (PDF)

Resolution #24-0452

That the Administration explain the process of how residents can receive free prepaid Charlie Cards, what paperwork or requirements they must fulfill before they receive this service, or how much...

Minutes, page 26 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

That the Administration explain the process of how residents can receive free prepaid Charlie Cards, what paperwork or requirements they must fulfill before they receive this service, or how much funding was allocated to this program.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations Committee AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 26 (PDF)

Order #24-0467

That the Director of Mobility work with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to preserve the pedestrian footbridge on McGrath Highway as part of the grounding McGrath project

Minutes, page 27 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Traffic and Parking Committee AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 27 (PDF)

Order #24-0468

That the Director of Mobility return the TEMPORARY PARKING sign, that serves local businesses, to the corner of Washington and Myrtle Streets

Minutes, page 27 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Traffic and Parking Committee AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 27 (PDF)

Order #24-0469

That the Director of Inspectional Services update the Ward 1 Councilor on enforcement of the Dark Skies Ordinance

Minutes, page 28 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Public Health and Public Safety Committee AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 28 (PDF)

Order #24-0470

That the Director of Mobility update this Council on plans to address increased cut-through commuter traffic on Temple Street and Fellsway West on weekday mornings, including any plans to prohibit...

Minutes, page 28 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

That the Director of Mobility update this Council on plans to address increased cut-through commuter traffic on Temple Street and Fellsway West on weekday mornings, including any plans to prohibit right turns onto Temple Street and Fellsway West from 7 AM to 9 AM on weekdays.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Traffic and Parking Committee AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 28 (PDF)

Order #24-0471

That the Director of Racial and Social Justice update this Council on the promised road map from the consultant for implementing the recommendations in the report on Police Staffing and Operations...

Minutes, page 29 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

That the Director of Racial and Social Justice update this Council on the promised road map from the consultant for implementing the recommendations in the report on Police Staffing and Operations delivered in November.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Public Health and Public Safety Committee AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 29 (PDF)

Order #24-0472

That the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on the condition of Conway Field and the displacement of infill that is occurring there during extreme rainfall events, as well as the...

Minutes, page 29 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

That the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on the condition of Conway Field and the displacement of infill that is occurring there during extreme rainfall events, as well as the schedule for regular grooming and maintenance of the City’s artificial turf athletic fields.

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Open Space, Environment and Energy Committee AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 29 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0473

Tufts University Engineers Without Borders applying for a Public Event License for Engineers Without Borders 6K on April 7 from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM (raindate April 14)

Minutes, page 30 · Video

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 10 present

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 30 (PDF)

Public Communication #24-0454

Place on file: Daniela Gontownik submitting comments re: item 24-0089 a resolution in support of an enduring ceasefire in Gaza

Minutes, page 30 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.

From the minutes

“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 30 (PDF)

Public Communication #24-0456

Place on file: Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Committee submitting comments re: FY 2025 budget

Minutes, page 30 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.

From the minutes

“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 30 (PDF)

Public Communication #24-0457

Place on file: Green & Open Somerville and Earthwise Aware submitting comments re: invasive plant species

Minutes, page 31 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

The minutes record the result as “Placed on file and sent for discussion”, with a roll call.

From the minutes

“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Open Space, Environment and Energy Committee AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 31 (PDF)

Public Communication #24-0458

Place on file: RESPOND submitting comments re: item 23-0075, an Ordinance establishing Paid Leave for Survivors

Minutes, page 31 · Video

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

The minutes record the result as “Placed on file and sent for discussion”, with a roll call.

From the minutes

“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Legislative Matters Committee AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 31 (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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