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February 26, 2026
57 recorded votes, 48 with disagreement.
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Note on these minutes: Called to order by City Councilor At Large Wilfred N. Jesse Clingan arrived late (7:14 PM).
Present: Jon Link, Wilfred Mbah, Kristen Strezo, Ben Wheeler, Matthew McLaughlin, J.T. Scott, Ben Ewen-Campen, Jesse Clingan, Naima Sait, Emily Hardt
Absent: Lance Davis
Every vote, in order
Minutes #26-0290
Approve the minutes of the January 22, 2026 regular meeting
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 22, 2026.
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Citation #26-0284
Commending Director of Libraries Cathy Piantigini on her return to work following a medical procedure
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Resolution #26-0283
In support of Senate Bill S.237, an Act regulating self-checkouts in grocery establishments
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Resolution #26-0279
That the Director of Public Works and the Director of Mobility update this Council regarding plans to keep bike lanes, protected bike lanes, and other separated micromobility facilities clear and...
That the Director of Public Works and the Director of Mobility update this Council regarding plans to keep bike lanes, protected bike lanes, and other separated micromobility facilities clear and passable on major throughways, with particular attention to school routes, timelines after snowfall, staffing, and equipment capacity.
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #26-0281
That the Administration report to this Council regarding whether the city maintains, or can establish, a process to identify vendors that materially support United States Immigration and Customs...
That the Administration report to this Council regarding whether the city maintains, or can establish, a process to identify vendors that materially support United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), as detailed within.
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Resolution #26-0280
That this City Council reaffirms and recognizes the importance of the arts in Somerville and the role of the Arts Council in supporting artists, cultural organizations, and community arts programming
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Resolution #26-0282
In support of Senate Bill S.1010 and House Bill H.1576, an Act relative to creating a permanent affordability homeownership program
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Mayor's Request #26-0156 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $48,000 grant with no new match required, from Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) to the Fire Department for the replacement of security cameras at...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $48,000 grant with no new match required, from Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) to the Fire Department for the replacement of security cameras at fire headquarters.
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Mayor's Request #26-0055 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $618,181.81 grant that requires a match, from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to the Fire Department for the replacement of aging breathing apparatus
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Mayor's Request #26-0056 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $6,166.19 from the Fire Department Ordinary Maintenance Other Equipment - Not Capitalized Account to the Fire Department Special Items Grant Match Account to...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $6,166.19 from the Fire Department Ordinary Maintenance Other Equipment - Not Capitalized Account to the Fire Department Special Items Grant Match Account to fund the required match for the Federal Emergency Management Agency Assistance to Firefighters Grant.
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Mayor's Request #26-0075 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $420,566 from the Community Preservation Act Historic Preservation Reserve to the Elizabeth Peabody House for continued restoration of 277 Broadway
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Mayor's Request #26-0079 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $1,000,000 from the Community Preservation Act Open Space Reserve for construction of improvements to the Kennedy Schoolyard
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Mayor's Request #26-0080 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $480,000 from the Community Preservation Act Fund Budgeted Reserve to the Somerville Hispanic Association for Community Development for continued preservation of 59...
Requesting the appropriation of $480,000 from the Community Preservation Act Fund Budgeted Reserve to the Somerville Hispanic Association for Community Development for continued preservation of 59 Cross Street.
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Mayor's Request #26-0081 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $74,365 from the Community Preservation Act Historic Preservation Reserve to Nicole Bairos for preservation of Buddy's Diner
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Mayor's Request #26-0084 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $2,000,000 in a bond for financing a portion of the Kennedy Schoolyard Renovation Project, as recommended by the Community Preservation...
Requesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $2,000,000 in a bond for financing a portion of the Kennedy Schoolyard Renovation Project, as recommended by the Community Preservation Committee.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, City Councilor At Large Link, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City Councilor Hardt, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, and City Councilor At Large Mbah ABSENT: Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0085 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a time-only contract extension until 12/31/2027 for Crowley Cottrell LLC to complete additional services for re-design and construction administration fees for Junction Park
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Mayor's Request #26-0089 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $3,000 from the Communications Department Professional and Technical Services Account to the Somerville Public Schools Professional Salaries Account for...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $3,000 from the Communications Department Professional and Technical Services Account to the Somerville Public Schools Professional Salaries Account for consulting services related to the inaugural event.
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Mayor's Request #26-0097 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $3,342.05 using available funds in various Police Departments Ordinary Maintenance Accounts for various services
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Mayor's Request #26-0112 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $5,000 grant with no new match required, from the Department of Environmental Protection to the Department of Public Works for the Sustainable Materials...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $5,000 grant with no new match required, from the Department of Environmental Protection to the Department of Public Works for the Sustainable Materials Recovery Program.
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Mayor's Request #26-0113 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $15,000 grant that requires a match from the Massachusetts General Court and the State Historical Records Advisory Board to the Veterans Services...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $15,000 grant that requires a match from the Massachusetts General Court and the State Historical Records Advisory Board to the Veterans Services Department for support of the Veterans Memorial Cemetery and the archival digitization project.
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Mayor's Request #26-0117 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $28,000 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection to the Department of Public Works for the...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $28,000 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection to the Department of Public Works for the Recycling Dividends Program.
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Mayor's Request #26-0132 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a time-only extension until 6/30/2027 for the contract with EB Rotondi & Sons Inc. for repairs to water main gate valves and appurtenances
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Mayor's Request #26-0133 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a time-only extension until 6/30/2027 for the contract with N. Granese & Sons Inc. for water distribution system maintenance and repair
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Mayor's Request #26-0151 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the approval of a transfer of $237,250 from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) Undesignated Fund Balance to the CPA Historic Preservation Reserve
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Mayor's Request #26-0152 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $306,250 from the Community Preservation Act Historic Preservation Reserve for restoration of the Veterans Memorial Cemetery and veterans monuments
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Mayor's Request #26-0153 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $124,331 from the Community Preservation Act Fund for improvements to Blessing of the Bay Linear Park
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Mayor's Request #26-0154 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $150,000 from the Community Preservation Act Historic Preservation Reserve to Vida Real Church for exterior restoration of the building at 404 Broadway
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Mayor's Request #26-0155 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $50,000 from the Community Preservation Act Budgeted Reserve to the Somerville Housing Authority for improvements to the open space at the Mystic River/View...
Requesting the appropriation of $50,000 from the Community Preservation Act Budgeted Reserve to the Somerville Housing Authority for improvements to the open space at the Mystic River/View developments.
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Mayor's Request #26-0156 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $48,000 grant with no new match required, from Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) to the Fire Department for the replacement of security cameras at...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $48,000 grant with no new match required, from Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) to the Fire Department for the replacement of security cameras at fire headquarters.
Yes: Clingan, Ewen-Campen, Hardt, Link, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WheelerNo: Mbah
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, City Councilor At Large Link, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City Councilor Hardt, and Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin NAY: City Councilor At Large Mbah ABSENT: Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0160 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a Pedestrian Access Sidewalk Easement and Maintenance License at 16-20 Medford Street
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, City Councilor At Large Link, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City Councilor Hardt, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, and City Councilor At Large Mbah ABSENT: Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0162 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting authorization to borrow $1,530,000 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for the annual FY 2026 Sewer System Evaluation and Infiltration/Inflow Assessment
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, City Councilor At Large Link, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City Councilor Hardt, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, and City Councilor At Large Mbah ABSENT: Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0164 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $87,848 grant with no new match required, from the Executive Office of Aging and Independence to the Council on Aging for health, wellness, social, and...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $87,848 grant with no new match required, from the Executive Office of Aging and Independence to the Council on Aging for health, wellness, social, and educational programming.
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Mayor's Request #26-0166 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $154,136 from the Receipts Reserved for Appropriation-Settlement of Claims Account to the School Department Legal Settlement Account for an insurance settlement
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Mayor's Request #26-0167 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval for settlement of a claim for $10,400 pursuant to Section 2-124 of the Code of Ordinances
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Mayor's Request #26-0168 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $50,000 grant with no new match required, from the Boston Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for target hardening at the Police...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $50,000 grant with no new match required, from the Boston Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for target hardening at the Police Department headquarters.
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Mayor's Request #26-0172 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to appropriate $324,360 from the Medicinal Marijuana Stabilization Fund for the salary and fringe of four positions related to youth in FY 2027
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, City Councilor At Large Link, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City Councilor Hardt, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, and City Councilor At Large Mbah ABSENT: Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0188 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to appropriate $299,910 from the Energy Stabilization Fund for a heat pump replacement project at 133 Holland Street
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, City Councilor At Large Link, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City Councilor Hardt, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, and City Councilor At Large Mbah ABSENT: Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0195 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to appropriate $26,759 from the Energy Stabilization Fund for weatherizing the basement and envelope of 133 Holland Street
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, City Councilor At Large Link, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City Councilor Hardt, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, and City Councilor At Large Mbah ABSENT: Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0196 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to appropriate $179,349 from the Energy Stabilization Fund for the addition of a solar array to the new roof of 133 Holland Street
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, City Councilor At Large Link, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City Councilor Hardt, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, and City Councilor At Large Mbah ABSENT: Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0197 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to appropriate $210,525 from the Energy Stabilization Fund to replace lighting at Trum Field
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, City Councilor At Large Link, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City Councilor Hardt, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, and City Councilor At Large Mbah ABSENT: Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0199 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to appropriate $299,460 from the Energy Stabilization Fund to replace the lighting at Dilboy Field
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, City Councilor At Large Link, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City Councilor Hardt, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, and City Councilor At Large Mbah ABSENT: Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Committee Report #26-0269
Accept the report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on February 17, 2026
Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on February 17, 2026.
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Officer's Communication #26-0042 (report of the Legislative Matters Committee)
City Clerk requesting acceptance of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 41, Section 91, relating to the appointment and removal of constables
Yes: Clingan, Ewen-Campen, Hardt, Link, Mbah, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, WheelerThe minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, City Councilor At Large Link, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City Councilor Hardt, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, and City Councilor At Large Mbah ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Officer's Communication #26-0043 (report of the Legislative Matters Committee)
City Clerk submitting an amendment to Section 10-20 of the Code of Ordinances to align the constable appointment process with the provisions of the revised City Charter
Yes: Clingan, Ewen-Campen, Hardt, Link, Mbah, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, WheelerThe minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDINANCE ORDAINED AYE: Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, City Councilor At Large Link, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City Councilor Hardt, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, and City Councilor At Large Mbah ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Officer's Communication #26-0044 (report of the Legislative Matters Committee)
City Clerk submitting an amendment to Chapter 2, Article V, Division 1 of the Code of Ordinances to add a review of multiple-member bodies, pursuant to the requirements of the City Charter
Yes: Clingan, Ewen-Campen, Hardt, Link, Mbah, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, WheelerThe minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDINANCE ORDAINED AYE: Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, City Councilor At Large Link, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City Councilor Hardt, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, and City Councilor At Large Mbah ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0092 (report of the Legislative Matters Committee)
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for Under Door Cameras
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Mayor's Request #26-0093 (report of the Legislative Matters Committee)
Requesting approval of Surveillance Technology Impact Report for Thermal Imaging Monoculars
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Mayor's Request #26-0094 (report of the Legislative Matters Committee)
Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for Ball Cameras
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Officer's Communication #26-0127 (report of the Legislative Matters Committee)
City Clerk submitting an amendment to the Rules of the City Council to align with the provisions of the City Charter
Yes: Clingan, Ewen-Campen, Hardt, Link, Mbah, McLaughlin, Sait, Scott, WheelerThe minutes list Kristen Strezo as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, City Councilor At Large Link, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City Councilor Hardt, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, and City Councilor At Large Mbah ABSENT: City Councilor At Large Strezo, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Committee Report #26-0277
Accept the report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on February 25, 2026
Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on February 25, 2026.
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License #26-0115 (report of the Licenses and Permits Committee)
New Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, USA Auto Hub, 61 Prospect Street, 15 vehicles outside, Mon-Fri: 9am-7pm, Sat: 9am-3pm, Sun: closed
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Mayor's Request #26-0278
Requesting approval of a transfer of $5,700 from the Law Department Professional & Technical Services Account to the Executive Department Salaries & Wages Temporary Account to establish the...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $5,700 from the Law Department Professional & Technical Services Account to the Executive Department Salaries & Wages Temporary Account to establish the position of Senior Advisor to the Mayor for Labor.
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Mayor's Request #26-0171
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $565.50 using available funds in the Police Department Professional & Technical Services Account for case management services and biohazard...
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $565.50 using available funds in the Police Department Professional & Technical Services Account for case management services and biohazard cleaning.
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Mayor's Request #26-0157
Requesting approval of an extension to the temporary appointment of Kevin Klein as Interim Director of Inspectional Services
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License #26-0272
New Second Hand Dealer license, Nostalgia, 322 Somerville Avenue, selling used clothes, footwear, and accessories
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Public Event #26-0273
Bill Rogers Jingle Bell 5K Run/Walk applying for a Public Event License for The Race of Ireland 5K Run/Walk 2026 on March 15 from 7am to 3pm
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Public Event #26-0274
Union Square Main Streets applying for a Public Event License for Union Square Farmers Market 2026 Saturdays from May 9 to October 31, from 6:30am to 2pm
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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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