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June 13, 2024
51 recorded votes, 49 with disagreement.
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Note on these minutes: Called to order by Ward Three City Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen. Lance Davis arrived late (7:01 PM). Willie Burnley arrived late (7:02 PM). Wilfred Mbah arrived late (7:02 PM).
Present: Willie Burnley, Wilfred Mbah, Kristen Strezo, Jake Wilson, Matthew McLaughlin, J.T. Scott, Ben Ewen-Campen, Jesse Clingan, Lance Davis, Judy Pineda Neufeld
Absent: Naima Sait
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Minutes #24-0917
Approve the minutes of the May 9, 2024 regular meeting
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 9, 2024.
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Citation #24-0906
Commending the Community Growing Center for 30 years of service and commitment to green spaces
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Grant of Location #24-0862
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 102 feet of conduit in Revolution Drive from Manhole #26211 to a point of pickup at the intersection of Revolution Drive and Assembly Square...
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 102 feet of conduit in Revolution Drive from Manhole #26211 to a point of pickup at the intersection of Revolution Drive and Assembly Square Drive.
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Grant of Location #24-0863
Cambridge Network Solutions applying for a Grant of Location to install 60 feet of conduit in Mystic Avenue from existing Eversource Manhole #22835 to a proposed Handhole, then continuing to a...
Cambridge Network Solutions applying for a Grant of Location to install 60 feet of conduit in Mystic Avenue from existing Eversource Manhole #22835 to a proposed Handhole, then continuing to a point of pickup at Utility Pole #249/9 located near 75 Mystic Avenue.
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Grant of Location #24-0864
Cambridge Network Solutions applying for a Grant of Location to install 43 feet of conduit in Mystic Avenue from existing Eversource Manhole #22834 to a proposed Handhole, then continuing to...
Cambridge Network Solutions applying for a Grant of Location to install 43 feet of conduit in Mystic Avenue from existing Eversource Manhole #22834 to a proposed Handhole, then continuing to Utility Pole #249/4 located near 29 Mystic Avenue.
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Order #24-0901
That the Director of Mobility daylight the corner of Maple Avenue and School Street
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-0911
That the Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry provide this Council’s Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations with an update on the inclusive playground...
That the Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry provide this Council’s Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations with an update on the inclusive playground swing project being worked on in collaboration with parent advocates.
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #24-0910
That the Administration provide this Council with an up-to-date report on the financial activity of the Handicapped Parking Violation Fees fund
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #24-0902
That the Administration hold a community meeting within the next 30 days to address the impacts of the missing United States Postal Service mail, and the overall lack of mail delivery in various...
That the Administration hold a community meeting within the next 30 days to address the impacts of the missing United States Postal Service mail, and the overall lack of mail delivery in various parts of Somerville.
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-0909
That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development update this Council on the possibility of receiving additional federal financing for transit-oriented...
That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development update this Council on the possibility of receiving additional federal financing for transit-oriented development through the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA 49) initiative and the potential eligibility of projects in Somerville.
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AS AMENDED AND SENT FOR.”
Mayor's Request #24-0656
Requesting approval of a conveyance and grant of easement for Leonard Grimes Park at 31 Tufts Street
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, 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, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Five City Councilor Sait.”
Committee Report #24-0885
Accept the report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on June 11, 2024
Report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on June 11, 2024.
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Mayor's Request #24-0581 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Alyssa DuBois to the Board of Health
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Mayor's Request #24-0582 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Margaret H. Coit to the Board of Health
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Mayor's Request #24-0803 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Matthew Kane to the position of Fire Lieutenant
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Mayor's Request #24-0804 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Michael Finnegan to the position of Fire Lieutenant
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Committee Report #24-0884
Accept the report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on June 11, 2024
Report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on June 11, 2024.
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Mayor's Request #24-0636 (report of the Housing and Community Development Committee)
Requesting approval of the proposed 2024-2028 Department of Housing and Urban Development 5-Year Consolidated Plan, One Year Action Plan, and Community Participation Plan for Community Development...
Requesting approval of the proposed 2024-2028 Department of Housing and Urban Development 5-Year Consolidated Plan, One Year Action Plan, and Community Participation Plan for Community Development Block Grant, Home Investment Partnership, and Emergency Solutions Grant programming.
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Committee Report #24-0881
Accept the report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on May 28, 2024
Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on May 28, 2024.
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Ordinance #23-1461 (report of the Legislative Matters Committee)
Amending Section 12-116 of the Code of Ordinances to create a Safe Streets ordinance, to expedite protected bike lanes
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDINANCE ORDAINED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, 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, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward Five City Councilor Sait.”
Committee Report #24-0883
Accept the report of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on June 5, 2024
Report of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on June 5, 2024.
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Committee Report #24-0882
Accept the report of the Special Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance, meeting on May 29, 2024
Report of the Special Committee on School Building Facilities and Maintenance, meeting on May 29, 2024.
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Mayor's Request #24-0769
Requesting approval of a time-only contract extension of four months for PMA, LLC for Owner's Project Manager services for the Somerville High School project
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Mayor's Request #24-0770
Requesting approval of a time-only contract extension of four months with Symmes Maini & McKee Associates, Inc. for design services for the Somerville High School project
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Mayor's Request #24-0771
Requesting approval of a time-only contract extension of five months for Suffolk Construction for Construction Manager services for the Somerville High School project
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Mayor's Request #24-0861
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jacob Luria to the Municipal Job Creation and Retention Trust Fund Board of Trustees
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License #24-0865
New Drainlayer's License, MC Excavation Inc
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License #24-0868
Renewing Flammables License, Cumberland Farms #2469, 701 Somerville Ave
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License #24-0867
Renewing Flammables License, Speedway #02513, 709 McGrath Hwy
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License #24-0866
Renewing Flammables License, Winter Hill Yacht Club, 500 Artisan Way
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License #24-0871
Renewing Garage License, Boston Sand and Gravel Company, 492R Rutherford Ave
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License #24-0870
Renewing Garage License, Drain Doctor, Inc, 612 Broadway
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License #24-0869
Renewing Garage License, Four Wheels Auto, 83A Albion St
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License #24-0874
New Outdoor Parking License, DM Collision Center LLC, 30 Joy St., 40 vehicles
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License #24-0875
Renewing Outdoor Parking License, Star Markets Company #2575, 275 Beacon St., 3 vehicles
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License #24-0872
Renewing Taxi Medallion, Early Bird Transportation, LLC, Med. #49
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License #24-0873
Renewing Taxi Medallion, Sadel and G Transportation, Inc., Med. #70
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Public Event #24-0893
Rosa Carson applying for a Public Event License for Friday Dance Hour on June 14, June 28, July 5, July 12, July 19, August 2, August 9, and August 30 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm
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Public Event #24-0891
Janine Fay applying for a Public Event License for Dancing in the Street on June 20 from 5pm to 9:30pm
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Public Event #24-0914
Koryn Zammuto applying for a Public Event License for 4th of July Celebration at The Public on June 27 from 2pm to 10:30pm (raindate June 28)
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Public Event #24-0879
Camberville Community Music applying for a Public Event License for Marion St. BP on June 30 from 10am to 8pm
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Public Event #24-0892
Glen Maganzini applying for a Public Event License for Kids Like You and Me's Summer Showdown! on July 6 from 12pm to 7pm (raindate July 7)
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Public Event #24-0880
St. Benedict Parish applying for a Public Event License for A Mile with Jesus on July 7 from 12pm to 1:30pm
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Public Event #24-0878
Aaron Greiner applying for a Public Event License for Parkdale St BP on July 13 from 11am to 7pm (raindate July 14)
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Public Event #24-0877
East Somerville Main Streets applying for a Public Event License for Summer in the Park on July 27 from 1pm to 7pm (raindate July 28)
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Order #24-0923
That the Commissioner of Public Works replace the trash barrel on Broadway and Macarthur Street
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Order #24-0920
That the Director of Inspectional Services provide the Ward 1 City Councilor with any tickets and fines associated with the Home Depot, Circuit City, and the surrounding area in the past ten years
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-0921
That the Director of Inspectional Services inspect the Home Depot, Circuit City, and surrounding area for code violations and report back to the Ward 1 City Councilor
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-0924
That the Director of Inspectional Services (ISD) provide the Ward 1 City Councilor with a list of all ISD tickets issued in Ward 1 on May 6, 2024
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-0922
That the Director of Parking place SLOW CHILDREN and NOT A THROUGH STREET signs on Alston Street by the corner of Cross Street
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-0925
That the Director of Parking discuss the policy around restricted parking signs during construction and how to limit negative impacts in the community
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
From the Somerville City Council’s official minutes, posted on the city’s Legistar meeting calendar (July 2022 on) and its older meeting portal (2010 to mid-2022), both linked from the City Council page on somervillema.gov. We check every vote against the councilors present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Councilor photos: City of Somerville (somervillema.gov) official headshots for Ben Ewen-Campen, Jesse Clingan, Lance Davis, Wilfred Mbah, Naima Sait, J.T. Scott and Kristen Strezo; The Somerville Times (thesomervilletimes.com) for Emily Hardt, Jon Link, Matthew McLaughlin and Ben Wheeler. Former councilors show initials.
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