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Somerville City Council · 2024–2025 Council · Regular meeting

May 23, 2024

102 recorded votes, 102 with disagreement.

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Attendance

Note on these minutes: Called to order by Ward Three City Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen. Lance Davis arrived late (7:01 PM).

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

Absent: Wilfred Mbah

Every vote, in order

Minutes #24-0802

Approve the minutes of the April 25, 2024 regular meeting

Minutes, page 1 · Video

ProceduralPassed · 9–0

Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 25, 2024.

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Order #24-0788

That this Council discuss how the lapse in consistent mail delivery in Somerville has affected municipal bill collection, reports of bills not received, or accounts marked delinquent

Minutes, page 2 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Resolution #24-0789

That the Postmaster share recent and ongoing efforts to adequately staff postal carrier routes and communicate any steps taken to address Post Office staff shortages in Somerville

Minutes, page 2 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Communication #24-0787

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

Minutes, page 3 · Video

ProceduralPassed · 9–0

Yes: Burnley, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Neufeld, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe minutes list Jesse Clingan as absent for this vote; left out of it. 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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Order #24-0790

That the Director of Engineering appear before the Committee on Land Use to discuss how required electrical equipment can modify the plans for already-approved new developments, such as at 379...

Minutes, page 3 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

That the Director of Engineering appear before the Committee on Land Use to discuss how required electrical equipment can modify the plans for already-approved new developments, such as at 379 Somerville Avenue.

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

From the minutes

“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Land Use 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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Order #24-0791

That the Director of Mobility begin a public process to determine how to manage traffic issues on Benton Road in light of the upcoming change of Central Street to a one-way from Summer Street to...

Minutes, page 3 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

That the Director of Mobility begin a public process to determine how to manage traffic issues on Benton Road in light of the upcoming change of Central Street to a one-way from Summer Street to Highland Avenue.

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Committee Report #24-0703

Accept the report of the Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations, meeting on May 15, 2024

Minutes, page 4 · Video

ProceduralPassed · 9–0

Report of the Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations, meeting on May 15, 2024.

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Resolution #24-0717 (report of the Equity, Gender, Families and Vulnerable Populations Committee)

That the Administration address its plan to prevent displacement in relation to water and sewer bills

Minutes, page 5 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Resolution #24-0718 (report of the Equity, Gender, Families and Vulnerable Populations Committee)

That the Administration report to this Council the plans for the committed and unspent American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dollars and how much, if any, can be spent on current and future water and...

Minutes, page 5 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

That the Administration report to this Council the plans for the committed and unspent American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dollars and how much, if any, can be spent on current and future water and sewer bill relief for residents.

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Committee Report #24-0705

Accept the report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on May 21, 2024

Minutes, page 6 · Video

ProceduralPassed · 9–0

Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on May 21, 2024.

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0627 (report of the Finance Committee)

Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $32,695 using available funds in the Parks and Recreation Building Rental account for portable invoices

Minutes, page 6 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0643 (report of the Finance Committee)

Requesting approval to accept and expend a $50,000 grant with no new match required from Home Energy Efficiency Team, Inc. to the Office of Sustainability and Environment for a feasibility study...

Minutes, page 6 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

Requesting approval to accept and expend a $50,000 grant with no new match required from Home Energy Efficiency Team, Inc. to the Office of Sustainability and Environment for a feasibility study to identify potential locations for geothermal networks.

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0644 (report of the Finance Committee)

Requesting authorization to borrow $3,010,000 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for the recurring FY 2024 Building Improvements program

Minutes, page 6 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0654 (report of the Finance Committee)

Requesting approval to use available funds in the City Clerk Salaries account in the amount of $1,913.40 to fund a Legislative Services Manager position

Minutes, page 7 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0655 (report of the Finance Committee)

Requesting the appropriation of $250,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance (“Free Cash”) to the Law Department Legal Services Account for anticipated outside legal counsel invoices

Minutes, page 7 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0660 (report of the Finance Committee)

Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $70 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Fleet Division R&M Vehicles account for vehicle inspection invoices

Minutes, page 7 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0661 (report of the Finance Committee)

Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $7,075 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Buildings Division Rental Buildings account for portable restroom rental services

Minutes, page 8 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0666 (report of the Finance Committee)

Requesting approval to accept and expend a $28,000 grant with no new match required, from Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection to the Department of Public Works for the Recycle...

Minutes, page 8 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

Requesting approval to accept and expend a $28,000 grant with no new match required, from Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection to the Department of Public Works for the Recycle Dividend Program.

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0668 (report of the Finance Committee)

Requesting approval of a transfer of $80,000 from the Department of Public Works (DPW) Lights & Lines accounts to the DPW Grounds Professional and Technical account to cover year-end grounds...

Minutes, page 8 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

Requesting approval of a transfer of $80,000 from the Department of Public Works (DPW) Lights & Lines accounts to the DPW Grounds Professional and Technical account to cover year-end grounds maintenance expenses.

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0669 (report of the Finance Committee)

Requesting approval to accept and expend an up to $60,000 grant with no new match required, from the Low Income Housing Water Assistance Program through the City of Cambridge to the Water and...

Minutes, page 9 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

Requesting approval to accept and expend an up to $60,000 grant with no new match required, from the Low Income Housing Water Assistance Program through the City of Cambridge to the Water and Sewer Department for income eligible ratepayers who are directly billed for their service(s) and who have an arrearage.

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Committee Report #24-0704

Accept the report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on May 20, 2024

Minutes, page 9 · Video

ProceduralPassed · 9–0

Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on May 20, 2024.

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Committee Report #24-0706

Accept the report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on May 22, 2024

Minutes, page 10 · Video

ProceduralPassed · 9–0

Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on May 22, 2024.

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0609 (report of the Licenses and Permits Committee)

New Extended Operating Hours License, Eat Greek Gyros, 215 Elm St, for in-store, take-out, and delivery services until 2am

Minutes, page 10 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0635 (report of the Licenses and Permits Committee)

New Extended Operating Hours License, Papa John's, 622 Somerville Ave, opening Sun-Thur until 1am, Fri-Sat until 2am for takeout and delivery services

Minutes, page 10 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0692 (report of the Licenses and Permits Committee)

New Garage License, BRE-BMR Assembly Innovation I LLC, 122 Assembly Park Drive, 306 vehicles inside, 0 vehicles outside for charging money to store vehicles and operating a tow, operating 7 days a...

Minutes, page 11 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

New Garage License, BRE-BMR Assembly Innovation I LLC, 122 Assembly Park Drive, 306 vehicles inside, 0 vehicles outside for charging money to store vehicles and operating a tow, operating 7 days a week 24 hours.

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Committee Report #24-0702

Accept the report of the Special Committee on Rodent Issues, meeting on May 14, 2024

Minutes, page 11 · Video

ProceduralPassed · 9–0

Report of the Special Committee on Rodent Issues, meeting on May 14, 2024.

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0786

Requesting that this Council convene in Executive Session to receive an update on the status of collective bargaining negotiations with all municipal bargaining units

Minutes, page 12 · Video

ProceduralPassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0712

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Ellen Ellis to the Council on Aging

Minutes, page 15 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0713

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Tania Medeiros Romanoff to the Council on Aging

Minutes, page 15 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0714

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Brad Bortner to the Council on Aging

Minutes, page 15 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0777

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Sari Kayyali to the Bicycle Advisory Committee

Minutes, page 16 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0778

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Amanda Rychel to the Bicycle Advisory Committee

Minutes, page 16 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0779

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Maria Salim to the Bicycle Advisory Committee

Minutes, page 16 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0780

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Adrienne Agarwal to the Bicycle Advisory Committee

Minutes, page 17 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0781

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Katharine Lange to the Bicycle Advisory Committee

Minutes, page 17 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0782

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Kathryne Benesh to the Bicycle Advisory Committee

Minutes, page 17 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Mayor's Request #24-0783

Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Paul Morgan to the Bicycle Advisory Committee

Minutes, page 18 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Officer's Communication #24-0696

City Clerk requesting confirmation of the appointment of Madalyn Letellier to the position of Legislative Services Manager

Minutes, page 18 · Video

Confirm appointmentPassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Officer's Communication #24-0799

Place on file: Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning & Community Development reporting on recent workshops on housing development and filling office and life science spaces

Minutes, page 20 · Video

ProceduralPassed · 9–0

Yes: Burnley, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Neufeld, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe minutes list Jesse Clingan as absent for this vote; left out of it. 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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0721

New Drainlayer's License, N&M Excavating

Minutes, page 21 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0722

Renewing Drainlayer's License, Borges Sewer & Drain LLC

Minutes, page 21 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0723

Renewing Drainlayer's License, Kealey Excavation Corporation

Minutes, page 21 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0724

Renewing Drainlayer's License, McCourt Construction

Minutes, page 22 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0725

Renewing Drainlayer's License, McGue Excavating LLC

Minutes, page 22 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0726

Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Pepi's Pizzeria, 516B Medford St

Minutes, page 23 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0733

Renewing Flammables License, Aris Auto Inc., 3 Craigie St

Minutes, page 23 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0728

Renewing Flammables License, BBS Services, 45 Broadway

Minutes, page 23 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0735

Renewing Flammables License, Boston Closet Company, 229 Lowell St

Minutes, page 24 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0729

Renewing Flammables License, Broadway Gulf, 212 Broadway

Minutes, page 24 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0730

Renewing Flammables License, Broadway Sunoco, 258 Broadway

Minutes, page 24 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0741

Renewing Flammables License, Evocative, 50 Inner Belt Rd

Minutes, page 25 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0732

Renewing Flammables License, Hillside Auto Repair, Inc., 583 Broadway

Minutes, page 25 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0739

Renewing Flammables License, Keolis Commuter Services, LLC, 23R Inner Belt Rd

Minutes, page 26 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0744

Renewing Flammables License, Keolis Commuter Services, LLC, 70 R Third Ave

Minutes, page 26 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0745

Renewing Flammables License, Keolis Commuter Services, LLC, 132 Washington St

Minutes, page 26 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0736

Renewing Flammables License, Mercedes Benz of Boston, 259 McGrath Hwy

Minutes, page 27 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0740

Renewing Flammables License, Metropolitan Pipe and Supply Company, 30 Inner Belt Rd

Minutes, page 27 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0742

Renewing Flammables License, Pearl Street Auto Sales, 182 Pearl St

Minutes, page 27 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0727

Renewing Flammables License, Sam's Gas & Service, 166 Boston Ave

Minutes, page 28 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0743

Renewing Flammables License, Silicon PropCo 2021, LLC, 101 South St

Minutes, page 28 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0737

Renewing Flammables License, Somerville Mobil, 360 Medford St

Minutes, page 28 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0731

Renewing Flammables License, Trum Field Sunoco, 541 Broadway

Minutes, page 29 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0734

Renewing Flammables License, U-Haul of Boston, 151 Linwood St

Minutes, page 29 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0738

Renewing Flammables License, U-Haul Company of Boston, 600 Mystic Valley Pkwy

Minutes, page 29 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0747

Renewing Flammables License, Union Gulf Service LLC, 231 Washington St

Minutes, page 30 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0746

Renewing Flammables License, Valvoline Instant Oil Change AB0001, 182 Washington St

Minutes, page 30 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0748

Renewing Garage License, Sullivan Tire, 263 Beacon St

Minutes, page 30 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0749

Renewing Garage License, Teele Square Auto, 1284 Broadway

Minutes, page 31 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0750

Renewing Garage License, U-Haul of Boston, 151 Linwood St

Minutes, page 31 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

License #24-0766

Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Cinema Taxi Inc, Med. #16 58

Minutes, page 31 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

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

Public Event #24-0792

Jodee Frias applying for a Public Event License for Tufts University Graduate Student Council 28th Annual 5K Charity Race on May 25 from 8am to 1:30pm (raindate May 27)

Minutes, page 32 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 32 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0751

Alexandra Weiner applying for a Public Event License for Calvin Street BP on May 26 from 10am to 8pm (raindate May 27)

Minutes, page 32 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 32 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0752

Veterans Department applying for a Public Event License for Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony on May 27 from 9am to 11:30am

Minutes, page 32 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 32 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0794

Stephanie Galaitsi applying for a Public Event License for Josephine Ave BP and Mural Painting on June 1 from 7am to 2pm (raindate June 2)

Minutes, page 33 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 33 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0795

Tracy Wilson applying for a Public Event License for Walker St/Leonard St BP on June 1 from 2pm to 7pm (raindate June 2)

Minutes, page 33 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 33 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0796

Rachel Powe applying for a Public Event License for Leonard St/Walker St BP on June 1 from 2pm to 8pm (raindate June 2)

Minutes, page 34 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 34 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0753

Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for Nepali Culture Fest on June 1 from 2:30pm to 9:30pm (raindate June 8)

Minutes, page 34 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 34 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0754

Marla Wessland applying for a Public Event License for Wallace Street BP on June 1 from 3:30pm to 9:30pm (raindate June 2)

Minutes, page 34 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 34 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0755

Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for SomerStreets: Carnaval on June 2 from 12pm to 8pm (raindate June 9)

Minutes, page 35 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 35 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0797

Todd Kaplan applying for a Public Event License for Todd Kaplan Birthday Party on June 2 from 1pm to 5pm (raindate June 16)

Minutes, page 35 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 35 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0756

Rishika Dhawan applying for a Public Event License for CultureHouse Union Square BP on June 2 from 2pm to 8:30pm (raindate June 9)

Minutes, page 35 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 35 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0757

Bow Market applying for a Public Event License for Annual Curated Vintage Market on June 2 and October 13 from 9am to 9pm (raindates June 9 and October 20)

Minutes, page 36 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 36 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0758

Family Bike Ride/Community Pedal Power applying for a Public Event License for Family Bike Ride River Ride on June 8 from 11am to 11:30am (raindate June 9)

Minutes, page 36 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 36 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0759

Ann Peralta applying for a Public Event License for Warwick St. BP on June 9 from 2pm to 8pm (raindates June 15 and June 16)

Minutes, page 36 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 36 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0760

Matt Timmins applying for a Public Event License for Upper Bartlett BP on June 15 from 1pm to 10pm (raindate June 16)

Minutes, page 37 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 37 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0761

Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for Big Gay Dance Party on June 22 from 3pm to 9pm (raindate June 23)

Minutes, page 37 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 37 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0762

Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for Fourth of July Celebration on June 27 from 1pm to 11pm (raindate June 28)

Minutes, page 37 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 37 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0763

Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for ArtBeat: Wild on July 13 from 8am to 11pm (raindate July 14)

Minutes, page 38 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 38 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0764

Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for SomerStreets: Strike up the Bands on August 4 from 12pm to 8pm

Minutes, page 38 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 38 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0765

Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for Yart Sale on August 10 from 11:30am to 7pm (raindate August 11)

Minutes, page 38 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 38 (PDF)

Public Communication #24-0695

Place on file: Graham Davidson submitting comments re: residential exemption

Minutes, page 39 · Video

ProceduralPassed · 9–0

Yes: Burnley, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Neufeld, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe minutes list Jesse Clingan as absent for this vote; left out of it. 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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 39 (PDF)

Public Communication #24-0699

Place on file: Jeff Kaufman submitting comments re: Section 7-153 of the Code of Ordinances

Minutes, page 39 · Video

ProceduralPassed · 9–0

Yes: Burnley, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Neufeld, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe minutes list Jesse Clingan as absent for this vote; left out of it. 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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 39 (PDF)

Public Communication #24-0700

Place on file: Robert Bao submitting comments re: portable toilets at PorchFest

Minutes, page 39 · Video

ProceduralPassed · 9–0

Yes: Burnley, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Neufeld, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe minutes list Jesse Clingan as absent for this vote; left out of it. 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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 39 (PDF)

Public Communication #24-0715

Place on file: Mark Niedergang submitting comments re: item #24-0641, a Zoning Map Amendment for the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA)

Minutes, page 40 · Video

ProceduralPassed · 9–0

Yes: Burnley, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Neufeld, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe minutes list Jesse Clingan as absent for this vote; left out of it. 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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 40 (PDF)

Mayor's Communication #24-0810

Place on file: Proclaiming April 2024 to be Arab American Heritage Month

Minutes, page 41 · Video

ProceduralPassed · 9–0

Yes: Burnley, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Neufeld, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe minutes list Jesse Clingan as absent for this vote; left out of it. 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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 41 (PDF)

Mayor's Communication #24-0812

Place on file: Proclaiming May 2024 to be Jewish American Heritage Month

Minutes, page 41 · Video

ProceduralPassed · 9–0

Yes: Burnley, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Neufeld, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe minutes list Jesse Clingan as absent for this vote; left out of it. 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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 41 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0807

Jamie Gouger applying for a Public Event License for Garcia Hand Picked Bertha Pop Up on June 7 from 1pm to 8pm (raindate June 21)

Minutes, page 41 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 41 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0808

Nicole Girouard applying for a Public Event License for Classical Ideal: Celebrating Artistic Heritage of the Classical World on June 8 from 12pm to 4pm (raindate June 9)

Minutes, page 42 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 42 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0806

Economic Development applying for a Public Event License for Gilman Park Community Event on June 15 through September 30 from 7am to 10pm

Minutes, page 42 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 42 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0809

Daniel Wong applying for a Public Event License for Spring Oak Bolton Houghton BP on June 15 from 1pm to 6pm (raindate June 16)

Minutes, page 42 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 42 (PDF)

Public Event #24-0811

Department of Racial and Social Justice applying for a Public Event License for Juneteenth Flag Raising on June 18 from 10am to 1pm (raindate June 17)

Minutes, page 43 · Video

ApprovePassed · 9–0

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

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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 43 (PDF)

Public Communication #24-0805

Place on file: Aaron Weber submitting comments re: density bonus

Minutes, page 43 · Video

ProceduralPassed · 9–0

Yes: Burnley, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Neufeld, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe minutes list Jesse Clingan as absent for this vote; left out of it. 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 Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Four City Councilor Clingan.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 43 (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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