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October 9, 2025
70 recorded votes, 70 with disagreement.
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Note on these minutes: Called to order by Ward Six City Councilor Lance L. Willie Burnley took part remotely.
Present: Willie Burnley, Wilfred Mbah, Kristen Strezo, Jake Wilson, Matthew McLaughlin, J.T. Scott, Ben Ewen-Campen, Jesse Clingan, Naima Sait, Lance Davis
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Minutes #25-1568
Approve the minutes of the September 11, 2025 regular meeting
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 11, 2025.
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Grant of Location #25-1528
Comcast applying for a Grant of Location to install a new Manhole and a total of 46 feet of conduit in Auburn Avenue, from Utility Pole 2 to a point of pickup at 11 Auburn Avenue
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Grant of Location #25-1530
Comcast applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 64 feet of conduit in Albion Street, from Utility Pole 3/22 to a point of pickup at 156 Albion Street
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Grant of Location #25-1532
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 15 feet of conduit in Cross Street East, from Utility Pole 558/3 to a point of pickup at 33 Cross Street East
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Grant of Location #25-1533
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install a total of 7 feet of conduit in Kingston Street, from Utility Pole 101/4 to a point of pickup at 37 Kingston Street
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Order #25-1517
That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management provide an update on the condition of the High School building exterior tiles, and efforts to prevent and mitigate future tile failures
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: School Committee Regular Meeting AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Resolution #25-1561
That the Administration discuss with this Council the process for removing abandoned items from public spaces
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Public Health and Public Safety Committee AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Resolution #25-1562
That the Administration discuss with this Council whether there is a need to create additional alternative locations for people to store their belongings
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Public Health and Public Safety Committee AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Resolution #25-1563
That the Administration provide data on needles found in and around Davis Square, outside of the designated receptacle box, including a breakdown by specific location, and used vs. unused
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Public Health and Public Safety Committee AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Order #25-1548
That the Director of Mobility discuss with this Council, strategies for improving the safety of users of the Community Path, as detailed within
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Traffic and Parking Committee AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Order #25-1550
That the Director of Mobility install a speed bump on Ashland Street
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Traffic and Parking Committee AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Order #25-1549
That the Director of Inspectional Services update this Council on compliance with the Short-Term Rental Ordinance, including any updated enforcement methods and whether the imposition of the 3%...
That the Director of Inspectional Services update this Council on compliance with the Short-Term Rental Ordinance, including any updated enforcement methods and whether the imposition of the 3% community impact fee under MGL c. 64G, § 3D has had any impact on the number of short-term rental units in the city, or whether any impacts are expected.
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Housing and Community Development Committee AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Order #25-1564
That the Director of Parking place NO PARKING HERE TO CORNER signs on Walnut Street at Sunnyside Avenue
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Traffic and Parking Committee AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Order #25-1565
That the Director of Mobility add Moreland Street to the queue for speed humps
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Communication #25-1492
Place on file: Conveying a report of the Affordable Housing Trust
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Communication #25-1493
Place on file: Conveying a report of the Job Creation and Retention Trust
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Committee Report #25-1523
Accept the report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on October 6, 2025
Report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on October 6, 2025.
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #25-1293 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Olivia Mobayed to the Zoning Board of Appeals
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #25-1475 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Coralie Cooper to the Planning Board
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #25-1480 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Michael R. Perrone to the position of Police Captain
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #25-1481 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Rico Isidoro to the position of Police Lieutenant
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #25-1483 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Marc DiFava to the position of Police Lieutenant
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #25-1484 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Joseph Teves to the position of Police Sergeant
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #25-1485 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Jason Costa to the position of Police Sergeant
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #25-1486 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Patrick Canty to the position of Police Sergeant
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #25-1487 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Cassandra Campers to the position of Police Sergeant
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #25-1488 (report of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee)
Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Richard Lavey Jr. to the position of Police Deputy Chief
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Committee Report #25-1524
Accept the report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on October 7, 2025
Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on October 7, 2025.
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Mayor's Request #25-1408 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $155,271.38 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts State 911 Department to the Police Department for training costs for 911 certification
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Mayor's Request #25-1409 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $295,463 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts State 911 Department to the Police Department for enhanced 911 telecommunicator...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $295,463 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts State 911 Department to the Police Department for enhanced 911 telecommunicator personnel costs.
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Mayor's Request #25-1410 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $24,500 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts State 911 Department to the Police Department for emergency medical dispatch
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Mayor's Request #25-1418 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $10,000 grant with no new match required, from the Fenway Community Health Center to the Police Department for post-overdose support
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Mayor's Request #25-1419 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $159.96 using available funds in the Parks & Recreation Department Recreation Supplies Account for picnic blankets
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Mayor's Request #25-1447 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $54,400 grant with no new match required, from the Mass Cultural Council to the Arts Council for the Local Cultural Council grant program
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Mayor's Request #25-1449 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $240,664.10 from the Transportation Network Company Special Revenue Fund for FY 2026 Vision Zero safety efforts
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Mayor's Request #25-1452 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $527 using available funds in the Parks & Recreation Department Equipment Rental Account for truck rental
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Mayor's Request #25-1453 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $94.75 using available funds in the Parks & Recreation Department Recreation Supplies Account for carbon dioxide tank refill at Dilboy Pool
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Mayor's Request #25-1459 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to appropriate $100,000 from the Encore Artist and Cultural Support Stabilization Fund to support Local Cultural Council grants to artists, organizations, and schools
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #25-1462 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to extend and amend a contract with City Hall Systems for an additional two years until 12/17/2027, for online bill payment services
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Mayor's Request #25-1479 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $121,818.23 using available funds in various Department of Public Works Accounts for various services
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Mayor's Request #25-1494 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to use available funds in the Law Department Personal Services accounts in the amount of $6,296.88 to increase the annual salary of the Municipal Hearing Officer
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Committee Report #25-1522
Accept the report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on October 2, 2025
Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on October 2, 2025.
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Committee Report #25-1521
Accept the report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on September 30, 2025
Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on September 30, 2025.
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #25-1429 (report of the Legislative Matters Committee)
Requesting approval of a Home Rule Petition to raise the maximum amount of fines for violations allowed by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 40, Section 21D
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #25-1460 (report of the Legislative Matters Committee)
Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Section 7 and Section 1-11(b) of the Code of Ordinances to require notification to tenants of parking permit restrictions in transit areas
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDINANCE ORDAINED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Committee Report #25-1525
Accept the report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on October 8, 2025
Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on October 8, 2025.
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
License #25-1316 (report of the Licenses and Permits Committee)
New Extended Operating Hours License, Mint Indian Eatery, 868 Broadway, for in-store, take-out, and delivery services until 4am
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
License #25-1318 (report of the Licenses and Permits Committee)
New Flammables License, POAH Clarendon LLC, 20 Stephenson Aman Street, storing 1,001 gallons
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
License #25-1367 (report of the Licenses and Permits Committee)
New Dog Kennel License, Pup Yard, 321 Somerville Avenue, 30 dogs maximum, commercial boarding/training
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
License #25-1467 (report of the Licenses and Permits Committee)
New Garage License, Roman Auto Repair LLC, 45 Mystic Avenue, 5 Vehicles inside, 4 Vehicles outside, Mon-Fri: 7am-5pm, Sat: 7am-12pm, Sun: closed
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Committee Report #25-1518
Accept the report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on September 29, 2025
Report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on September 29, 2025.
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #25-1489
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Dante Carreiro to the position of Police Officer
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #25-1490
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Nicholas Cicerone to the position of Police Officer
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Officer's Communication #25-1495
Place on file: Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry conveying the Somerville Pollinator Action Plan and related updates
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes record the result as “Placed on file and sent for discussion”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Open Space, Environment and Energy Committee AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Officer's Communication #25-1531
Place on file: Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry conveying the Somerville Open Space and Recreation Plan 2025-2035
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes record the result as “Placed on file and sent for discussion”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Open Space, Environment and Energy Committee AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Officer's Communication #25-1527
Place on file: City Clerk conveying Block Party Licenses issued
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Officer's Communication #25-1542
Place on file: City Clerk conveying the selection of Emily Lopez Touchy and Mihika Gogate to the position of City Council Project Assistant
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Public Event #25-1534
Matthew Taylor applying for a Public Event License for 20th HONK! Festival on October 10-12 for various times
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Public Event #25-1537
Mayor's Office applying for a Public Event License for Truck O' Treat on October 23 from 4pm to 8pm (raindate October 30)
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Public Event #25-1535
East Somerville Main Streets applying for a Public Event License for Halloween Community Event and Pet Spooktacular on October 25 from 1pm to 7pm (raindate October 26)
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Public Event #25-1536
Friends of the Community Growing Center applying for a Public Event License for Pumpkin Smash on November 8 from 9am to 3pm (raindate November 9)
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Public Communication #25-1540
Place on file: Emily Harris submitting comments re: parking
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Public Communication #25-1541
Place on file: 3,007 individuals submitting comments re: ballot question
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Public Communication #25-1555
Place on file: 22 individuals, including 18 residents submitting comments re: ballot question challenge
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
License #25-1571
New Drainlayer's License, Ragusa Companies LLC
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
License #25-1572
Renewing Drainlayer's License, StrongBack Systems
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Public Event #25-1573
Mayor's Office applying for a Public Event License for Assembly Square Fire Station Grand Opening on October 18 from 9am to 1pm
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Public Event #25-1574
Office of Immigrant Affairs applying for a Public Event License for Somerville Latin and Caribbean Heritage Celebration on October 18 from 1pm to 5:30pm
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Public Communication #25-1575
Place on file: State Representative Mike Connolly, City Councilor Burnley, City Councilor Sait, and 57 individuals, including 51 residents submitting comments re: ballot question challenge
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Public Communication #25-1576
Place on file: 7 individuals submitting comments re: ballot question
Yes: Burnley, Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WilsonThe roll call does not list Wilfred Mbah, so that councilor is left out of this vote. The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
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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