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September 12, 2024
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Note on these minutes: Called to order by Ward Three City Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen.
Present: Willie Burnley, Wilfred Mbah, Kristen Strezo, Jake Wilson, Matthew McLaughlin, J.T. Scott, Ben Ewen-Campen, Jesse Clingan, Naima Sait, Lance Davis, Judy Pineda Neufeld
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Minutes #24-1323
Approve the minutes of the July 11, 2024 regular meeting
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 11, 2024.
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Citation #24-1257
Commending Charles Femino on the auspicious occasion of his retirement after over 30 years of distinguished service to the Police Department
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Citation #24-1258
Commending Michael Horen who bravely volunteered his mobile soup kitchen at Ground Zero after the Twin Towers were hit on September 11th, 2001
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Grant of Location #24-1230
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 239 feet of conduit in High Street from Manhole 9411 to a point of pickup at 325 Alewife Brook Parkway, and from Manhole 9411 to...
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 239 feet of conduit in High Street from Manhole 9411 to a point of pickup at 325 Alewife Brook Parkway, and from Manhole 9411 to Utility Pole 646/8.
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Grant of Location #24-1241
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 145 feet of conduit in Washington Street and Knowlton Street, from Manhole 15060 to an approximate point of pickup on Knowlton Street at the...
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 145 feet of conduit in Washington Street and Knowlton Street, from Manhole 15060 to an approximate point of pickup on Knowlton Street at the northwestern property line for 121-123 Washington Street.
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Grant of Location #24-1242
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install approximately 34 feet of conduit in Glenwood Road, from Utility Pole 184/3 to a point of pickup at 21 Glenwood Road
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Order #24-1262
That the Director of Health and Human Services provide an update on the availability of free menstrual products in all city owned bathrooms
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1263
That the Director of Libraries, and other relevant departments, appear before this Council’s Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations to discuss the plans for the...
That the Director of Libraries, and other relevant departments, appear before this Council’s Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations to discuss the plans for the library closing in the middle of the day and what immediate steps are being taken to reopen the library during this time period to best support library staff and patrons.
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1264
That City Councilors have regular visible access to the scheduling of the City Council Chamber, and that a regular working space be designated for City Councilors
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Order #24-1268
That the Director of Communications discuss the communication plan to address move-in/move-out related discarded furniture, including items left on sidewalks blocking pedestrian pathways and...
That the Director of Communications discuss the communication plan to address move-in/move-out related discarded furniture, including items left on sidewalks blocking pedestrian pathways and restricting public way accessibility.
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #24-1267
That the Administration and relevant city departments discuss an immediate action plan to address the increase of fights happening at Edward L. Leathers Community Park after students are released...
That the Administration and relevant city departments discuss an immediate action plan to address the increase of fights happening at Edward L. Leathers Community Park after students are released from school.
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1265
That the Director of Mobility and the Director of Engineering explore how to make the raised sidewalk located at the intersection of Broadway and Boston Avenue safer
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1266
That the Director of Mobility install a raised crosswalk at the intersection of Boston and Kidder Avenues
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1272
That the Director of Inspectional Services and the Commissioner of Public Works appear before this Council to discuss the problems of local restaurants complying with the requirements of proper...
That the Director of Inspectional Services and the Commissioner of Public Works appear before this Council to discuss the problems of local restaurants complying with the requirements of proper waste handling and contracting for city waste collection.
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #24-1270
That the Administration discuss the sufficiency of after school programs for high school students and the methods of outreach and guidance to ensure that all students have access to activities...
That the Administration discuss the sufficiency of after school programs for high school students and the methods of outreach and guidance to ensure that all students have access to activities that meet their needs and interests.
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #24-1271
That the Administration discuss the scope and limitations of staff at Somerville High School to supervise high school students in the after school period
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #24-1269
That the Administration make it easier for residents to host block parties by simplifying and shortening the approval process, and take steps to provide monetary awards or grants of $100 for...
That the Administration make it easier for residents to host block parties by simplifying and shortening the approval process, and take steps to provide monetary awards or grants of $100 for approved block parties.
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #24-1273
That the Administration update this Council on the status of the process to provide the resources and programming needed to safely re-open the Central Library during mid-day hours
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #24-1274
That the Administration update this Council on the status of implementing the recommendations of the Parking & Curb Use Study, and respond to the July 2024 recommendations of the Somerville...
That the Administration update this Council on the status of implementing the recommendations of the Parking & Curb Use Study, and respond to the July 2024 recommendations of the Somerville Alliance of Safe Streets (SASS).
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1275
That the City Solicitor review Ordinance 11-038 (Rodent Control) and provide opinions for the next meeting of this Council’s Special Committee on Rodent Issues on 1. whether city inspectors may...
That the City Solicitor review Ordinance 11-038 (Rodent Control) and provide opinions for the next meeting of this Council’s Special Committee on Rodent Issues on 1. whether city inspectors may enter onto private property; 2. how much time must elapse subsequent to the issuance of a citation for the city to “cause the work to be performed and charge the owner of the property and place a lien against the property for expenses incurred"; and 3. the minimum amount of time that may be imposed pursuant to 11-038 (e).
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1276
That the Directors of Constituent Services, Inspectional Services and Health and Human Services jointly prepare a written report for the next meeting of this Council’s Special Committee on Rodent...
That the Directors of Constituent Services, Inspectional Services and Health and Human Services jointly prepare a written report for the next meeting of this Council’s Special Committee on Rodent Issues, on the number of rodent complaints received from January 1, 2024 to date, including the information detailed within.
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1277
That the Environmental Health Manager prepare a written report for the next meeting of this Council’s Special Committee on Rodent Issues, on the number of Residential Rodent Control Assistance...
That the Environmental Health Manager prepare a written report for the next meeting of this Council’s Special Committee on Rodent Issues, on the number of Residential Rodent Control Assistance Program requests submitted from January 1, 2024 to date, including the average waiting time for inspections and bait station installation and a plan of action to expedite the process.
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1284
That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management provide an update on the Construction Advisory Group for the planned construction project to replace the Winter Hill and Brown schools
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1285
That the Commissioner of Public Works provide an update on efforts to eliminate rat infiltration in school buildings
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1286
That the Commissioner of Public Works discuss use restrictions in place for Somerville Public School athletic teams at Reavis field
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1287
That the Commissioner of Public Works provide an update about the functionality of public address, or PA, systems at multiple Somerville Public School buildings
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1288
That the Commissioner of Public Works provide an update on repairs to damaged play structures at the Capuano Early Education Center schoolyard
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1289
That the Commissioner of Public Works provide an update on the reliability and repairs of the elevator(s) at the Winter Hill and Edgerly Schools
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1294
That the Director of Mobility place speed bumps and other traffic calming measures along Bonair Street by the Edgerly School
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1295
That the Chief of Police and the Chief Fire Engineer provide a record of all calls to first responders regarding incidents at all Somerville Public Library locations since September 1, 2023
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1296
That the Director of Mobility install a mirror at the entrance of the East Somerville Green Line station to ensure pedestrians and cyclists can see around the blind corner
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Order #24-1297
That the Commissioner of Public Works increase lighting along the intersection of Joy and Washington Streets
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Order #24-1298
That the Commissioner of Public Works return the trash receptacle in front 168 Broadway
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Order #24-1299
That the Director of Health and Human Services update this Council on interdepartmental efforts to establish a Warming Center at the Cummings School and the repairs needed to accomplish this
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1300
That the Director of Grants Development and External Funds and the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Director update this Council on ARPA grant encumbrances ahead of the obligation deadline of...
That the Director of Grants Development and External Funds and the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Director update this Council on ARPA grant encumbrances ahead of the obligation deadline of December 31, 2024.
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1301
That the Director of Parks and Recreation and the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on plans to minimize the timing impacts of future closures of the Ginny Smithers Sanders Pool for...
That the Director of Parks and Recreation and the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on plans to minimize the timing impacts of future closures of the Ginny Smithers Sanders Pool for periodic maintenance.
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1302
That the Director of Health and Human Services update this Council on the status of the Youth-Focused Needs Assessment funded in the Fiscal Year 2024 budget
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Order #24-1303
That the Director of Finance and the Budget Director present this Council with an updated Capital Investment Plan
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Resolution #24-1304
That the Administration form a task force or commission for short-, medium-, and long-term planning and coordination of public and private community spaces and programming, including spaces and...
That the Administration form a task force or commission for short-, medium-, and long-term planning and coordination of public and private community spaces and programming, including spaces and programming for youth.
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Resolution #24-1305
That the Administration explore activating Somerville High School for community uses outside of school hours
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #24-1306
That the Administration update this Council on plans for the Cummings School building and Founders Memorial Skating Rink this fiscal year
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Committee Report #24-1292
Accept the report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on September 10, 2024
Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on September 10, 2024.
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Mayor's Request #24-1074 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $300,000 grant renewal with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Bureau of Infectious Disease & Laboratory Sciences...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $300,000 grant renewal with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Bureau of Infectious Disease & Laboratory Sciences to the Health and Human Services Department for local health support for COVID-19 case investigation and contact tracing.
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Mayor's Request #24-1075 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to appropriate $150,000 from the Salary & Wage Stabilization Fund to the Police Department - Personal Services - Other Lump Sum Benefits account to settle pending litigation
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Mbah, McLaughlin, Neufeld, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe minutes list Kristen Strezo 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 Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Mayor's Request #24-1076 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to extend and amend a contract with Warner Larson Incorporated until 9/30/2025 for the additional services needed to complete the Dilboy Auxiliary Fields Re-Design project
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Mayor's Request #24-1078 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $3,600,000 grant with no new match required, from the MassWorks Infrastructure Program to the Department of Infrastructure & Asset Management for the...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $3,600,000 grant with no new match required, from the MassWorks Infrastructure Program to the Department of Infrastructure & Asset Management for the Inner Belt & Brickbottom Pedestrian Crossing.
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Mayor's Request #24-1082 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $959,500 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission to the Office of Strategic Planning & Community Development Mobility...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $959,500 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission to the Office of Strategic Planning & Community Development Mobility Division for the Transit Pass Pilot Program, Traffic Signal Pre-emption for Emergency Services and Middlesex Ave - Mystic Ave Intersection Project.
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Mayor's Request #24-1083 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $50 using available funds in the Department of Infrastructure & Asset Management Ordinary Maintenance Fee account for a Department of...
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $50 using available funds in the Department of Infrastructure & Asset Management Ordinary Maintenance Fee account for a Department of Conservation & Recreation Construction Access Permit.
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Mayor's Request #24-1089 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $19,747.90 using available funds in the Office of Strategic Planning & Community Development Administration Legal Services account for the...
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $19,747.90 using available funds in the Office of Strategic Planning & Community Development Administration Legal Services account for the Somerville Redevelopment Authority 90 Washington St appeal.
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Mayor's Request #24-1090 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $99,886.56 grant with no new match required, from the MA Technology Collaborative to the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development Economic...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $99,886.56 grant with no new match required, from the MA Technology Collaborative to the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development Economic Development Division for digital navigation services to Somerville Housing Authority residents.
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Mayor's Request #24-1150 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of an amendment to the Stormwater Drainage Easement at 10-20 Innerbelt Road
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Mbah, McLaughlin, Neufeld, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe minutes list Kristen Strezo 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 Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Mayor's Request #24-1151 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a Maintenance Easement and License Agreement for 0 Middlesex and Kensington Avenue
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Mbah, McLaughlin, Neufeld, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe minutes list Kristen Strezo 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 Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Mayor's Request #24-1160 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a Pedestrian Access Easement and Grant of License for 3-5 Hawkins Street
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Mbah, McLaughlin, Neufeld, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe minutes list Kristen Strezo 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 Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Mayor's Request #24-1161 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $1,853.28 using available funds in the Department of Veterans Services Office Supplies and Office Equipment accounts for supplies and...
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $1,853.28 using available funds in the Department of Veterans Services Office Supplies and Office Equipment accounts for supplies and equipment purchases.
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Mayor's Request #24-1162 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $1,080 using available funds in the Department of Veterans Services Professional & Technical Services Account for transportation during the...
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $1,080 using available funds in the Department of Veterans Services Professional & Technical Services Account for transportation during the 2024 Memorial Day Parade.
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Mayor's Request #24-1163 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $3,071.16 using available funds in the SomerViva Office of Immigrant Affairs Professional & Technical Services account for interpretation...
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $3,071.16 using available funds in the SomerViva Office of Immigrant Affairs Professional & Technical Services account for interpretation services.
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Mayor's Request #24-1169 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $112.93 using available funds in the Health and Human Services Department Reimbursement of Licenses Account for Canva subscription
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Mayor's Request #24-1172 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $62,400 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Grounds R&M Account for playground surface repairs
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Mayor's Request #24-1173 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $960.24 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Administration Office Supplies account for the purchase of office supplies
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Mayor's Request #24-1174 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $8,609.72 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Sanitation Benches & Barrels Account for the purchase of trash containers
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Mayor's Request #24-1175 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $37.27 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Administration Lease Copier account for photocopier lease expenses
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Mayor's Request #24-1176 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $225 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Rentals Buildings account for portal restroom rentals
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Mayor's Request #24-1177 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $659 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Administration License Reimbursement Account for employee operator licenses
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Mayor's Request #24-1185 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $22,781.32 grant with no new match required, from the Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for the installation of...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $22,781.32 grant with no new match required, from the Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for the installation of access controls and additional card entry access.
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Mayor's Request #24-1187 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a time-only extension until 09/30/2024 for the contract with the Public Consulting Group, LLC to continue the Medicaid Billing and Collection Services
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Mayor's Request #24-1193 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $237,939.81 grant with no new match required, from the Metropolitan Area Planning Council to the Health and Human Services Department for a team...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $237,939.81 grant with no new match required, from the Metropolitan Area Planning Council to the Health and Human Services Department for a team performing multi-municipal shared public health services including a Shared Services Coordinator, a Regional Nurse, and a Clinical Community Health Worker.
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Committee Report #24-1291
Accept the report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on September 5, 2024
Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on September 5, 2024.
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Public Communication #24-0607 (report of the Land Use Committee)
Mo Rizkallah requesting a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 5 Homer Square from Neighborhood Residence (NR) to Urban Residence (UR)
No: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Mbah, McLaughlin, Neufeld, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: NOT APPROVED NAY: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Public Communication #24-0641 (report of the Land Use Committee)
14 registered voters requesting a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 136 School Street from Urban Residence (UR) to Mid-Rise 6 (MR6), 95 Highland Avenue from Neighborhood...
14 registered voters requesting a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 136 School Street from Urban Residence (UR) to Mid-Rise 6 (MR6), 95 Highland Avenue from Neighborhood Residence (NR) to MR6, and 97, 99-99A, 101-103, and 107 Highland Avenue from Mid-Rise 5 (MR5) to MR6.
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Mbah, McLaughlin, Neufeld, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
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“RESULT: ORDINANCE ORDAINED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Public Communication #24-0642 (report of the Land Use Committee)
14 registered voters requesting a Zoning Map Amendment to change the zoning district of 228, 230, 232, 234, 236 Pearl Street from Mid-Rise 4 (MR4) to Mid-Rise 6 (MR6)
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Mbah, McLaughlin, Neufeld, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDINANCE ORDAINED AYE: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Order #24-1290 (report of the Land Use Committee)
That the City Solicitor provide an opinion on whether the Zoning Map Amendment proposed in item #24-0642 is considered spot zoning
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Committee Report #24-1293
Accept the report of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on September 11, 2024
Report of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on September 11, 2024.
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Mayor's Request #24-1324
Requesting that this Council convene in Executive Session to receive an update on the status of collective bargaining negotiations with all municipal bargaining units
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Mbah, Neufeld, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe minutes list Matthew McLaughlin as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward Six City Councilor Davis, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, City Councilor At Large Mbah, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen ABSENT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin.”
Mayor's Request #24-1283
Requesting approval to appropriate $37,575 from the Capital Projects Stabilization Fund to procure Early and Mail In Voting Machinery for the Elections Department
Yes: Burnley, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Neufeld, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe minutes list Wilfred Mbah and 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.”
Mayor's Request #24-1282
Requesting approval of an exemption for Brandon Lafee under MGL c268A, s20(b)
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License #24-1233
Renewing Drainlayer's License, F.E. French Construction Inc
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License #24-1237
Renewing Drainlayer's License, J.R. and Sons Construction, Inc
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License #24-1234
Renewing Drainlayer's License, L.V.M.J. Corporation
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License #24-1235
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Falafel Place, 1 Main St
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License #24-1238
Renewing Garage License, Good Gas Somerville, 343 Medford Street
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License #24-1236
Renewing Taxi Medallion, V.I.N.L. Transportation, Inc., Med. #65
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License #24-1239
New Sign/Awning License, Cole Haan, 550 Assembly Row, 1 blade sign and 1 storefront sign
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Public Event #24-1243
Parks and Recreation applying for a Public Event License for Fall Festival on September 21 from 8:30am to 3pm
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Public Event #24-1278
Alice Barrett applying for a Public Event License for Thrift for Palestine on September 21 from 3pm to 6:30pm (raindate September 22)
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Public Event #24-1244
Kevin Fitzpatrick applying for a Public Event License for Greene Street BP on September 28 from 2pm to 9pm (raindate October 5)
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Public Event #24-1245
Anton Tutter applying for a Public Event License for Outside on Oxford on September 28 from 2pm to 10pm (raindate October 5)
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Public Event #24-1279
Marcy Goldstein-Gelb applying for a Public Event License for Boston & Prichard Avenue BP on October 6 from 3pm to 10pm (raindate October 20)
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Public Event #24-1247
Elizabeth Peabody House Association applying for a Public Event License for Elizabeth Peabody House Fall Festival on October 19 from 9am to 6pm (raindate October 20)
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Public Event #24-1246
Federal Realty applying for a Public Event License for Assembly Row's 10th Anniversary Drone Show on October 19 from 12pm to 8pm (raindate October 20)
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Public Event #24-1248
Annie Pinnell applying for a Public Event License for Art Sale on October 20 from 9:30am to 4:30pm
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Public Event #24-1251
Samuel Feller applying for a Public Event License for Annual Chili Cookoff on October 26 from 10am to 5pm (raindate November 2)
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Public Event #24-1249
East Somerville Main Streets applying for a Public Event License for Halloween Block Party & Pet Parade on October 26 from 1pm to 7pm (raindate October 27)
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Public Event #24-1250
James Adams applying for a Public Event License for Hudson Street Annual BP on October 26 from 1pm to 7pm (raindate October 27)
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Public Event #24-1307
Kelsey Kent applying for a Public Event License for Lexington Ave Halloween on October 31 from 4pm to 10pm
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Public Event #24-1252
Kinsey Scales applying for a Public Event License for Kinsey Scales Free Outdoor Concert on November 17 from 11am to 2pm (raindate November 24)
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Public Event #24-1253
Somerville Road Runners applying for a Public Event License for 28th Annual Gobble Gobble Gobble Road Race on November 28 from 6am to 1pm
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Order #24-1311
That the Director of Housing and relevant departments prepare an Artist Studio Conversion Guide to encourage owners of vacant properties to create more artist space
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Order #24-1312
That the Director of Planning, Preservation and Zoning collaborate with this Council on updating the Zoning Ordinance to require all new construction to place electrical transformers below ground
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1315
That the Director of Planning, Preservation and Zoning reconsider the policy of allowing lot splits and mergers as administrative approvals rather than special permits
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Order #24-1319
That the Director of Inspectional Services issue a citation to the owner of 91 Prospect Street and 10 Oak Street for not having a dumpster license and failing to clean and secure their site
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Order #24-1320
That the Commissioner of Public Works clear the overgrowth on the sidewalks of Allen Street, Prospect Street, and Webster Avenue and that the Director of Inspectional Services cite the property...
That the Commissioner of Public Works clear the overgrowth on the sidewalks of Allen Street, Prospect Street, and Webster Avenue and that the Director of Inspectional Services cite the property owners accordingly.
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Order #24-1326
That the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator take the necessary measures to ensure ADA compliance for the second floor of 165 Broadway for the purposes of expanding youth services
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Small Wireless Facility #24-1327
Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 45 Perry Street
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Small Wireless Facility #24-1328
Crown Castle Fiber LLC applying for a Small Wireless Facility License for facilities on an existing pole at 112 Fremont Street
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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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