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105 recorded votes, 101 with disagreement.
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Start my ballot →Note on these minutes: Called to order by Ward Six City Councilor Lance L.
Present: Jon Link, Wilfred Mbah, Kristen Strezo, Ben Wheeler, Matthew McLaughlin, J.T. Scott, Ben Ewen-Campen, Jesse Clingan, Naima Sait, Lance Davis, Emily Hardt
Absent: None
Approve the minutes of the March 12, 2026 regular meeting
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 12, 2026.
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Commending Teresa M. Pero on the auspicious occasion of her 100th birthday
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Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 184 feet of conduit in Broadway, from existing Manhole 1969 to a point of pickup at 382 Broadway
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Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 25 feet of conduit in Everett Street, from Utility Pole 118/0 to a point of pickup at 24 Webster Avenue
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That the Commissioner of Public Works address the radiator dysfunction in one of the Kennedy School classrooms
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
In support of the Plant Based Treaty
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That the Director of Mobility add the intersection of Durham and Hanson Street to the list of crosswalks that require daylighting improvements to enhance visibility and pedestrian safety
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
That the Director of Mobility evaluate and implement appropriate traffic calming measures on Herbert Street, between the city parking lot and Davis Square Plaza, with particular attention to...
That the Director of Mobility evaluate and implement appropriate traffic calming measures on Herbert Street, between the city parking lot and Davis Square Plaza, with particular attention to enhancing pedestrian safety during the Somerville Farmers Market.
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In support of House Bill H.4015 and Senate Bill S.475, an Act promoting housing stability for older adults across the Commonwealth
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That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management appear before this Council to discuss the decision to implement a tiered residential base rate structure that differentiates between...
That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management appear before this Council to discuss the decision to implement a tiered residential base rate structure that differentiates between properties served by 5/8-inch pipes and those served by 1-inch pipes.
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
That the Commissioner of Public Works and the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management appear before this Council to discuss the process of monitoring progress on addressing double poles...
That the Commissioner of Public Works and the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management appear before this Council to discuss the process of monitoring progress on addressing double poles and abandoned wires, with the goal of eliminating the potential hazards, tree damage, and nuisances associated with both.
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
That representatives from Eversource, National Grid, Comcast, Xfinity, Astound, and Verizon appear before this Council to discuss plans for addressing double poles and abandoned wires, with the...
That representatives from Eversource, National Grid, Comcast, Xfinity, Astound, and Verizon appear before this Council to discuss plans for addressing double poles and abandoned wires, with the goal of eliminating the potential hazards, tree damage, and nuisances associated with both.
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Accept the report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on March 30, 2026
Report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on March 30, 2026.
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Requesting confirmation of the appointment of James Plotkin as Municipal Hearing Officer
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Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Courtney Reece to the position of Police Sergeant
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Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Ashley Catatao to the position of Police Sergeant
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That this City Council appoints Jessica Smith to the Public Financing of Campaigns Committee
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That this City Council appoints James Leo Bedard to the Ranked Choice Voting Committee
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That this City Council appoints Crystal Huff to the Ranked Choice Voting Committee
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Accept the report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on April 7, 2026
Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on April 7, 2026.
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Requesting approval to accept and expend a $47,580 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health to the Police Department for overtime and backfill for...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $47,580 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health to the Police Department for overtime and backfill for Crisis Intervention Training certification and recertification.
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Requesting approval to accept and expend a $103,514 grant with no new match required, from Eversource Energy to the Engineering Division for permanent resurfacing and restoration of various streets
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Requesting approval to accept and expend a $100,000 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue to the Communications and Community Engagement Department for...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $100,000 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue to the Communications and Community Engagement Department for Phase 1 of a website redesign.
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Requesting approval to accept a gift with an approximate value of $15,000 from the Town of Medway, Massachusetts to the Fire Department for use by the Auxiliary Fire Department as a lighting and...
Requesting approval to accept a gift with an approximate value of $15,000 from the Town of Medway, Massachusetts to the Fire Department for use by the Auxiliary Fire Department as a lighting and pump support unit.
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Requesting approval to amend the Community Preservation Act Fund FY 2025 grant of $365,000 to the Somerville Community Land Trust to change the grant conditions
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Accept the report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on April 2, 2026
Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on April 2, 2026.
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Accept the report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on April 8, 2026
Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on April 8, 2026.
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New Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Xeluxe AutoGroup, 20 Cummings Street, 0 vehicles inside, 45 vehicles outside, Mon-Fri: 8AM-6PM, Sat: 8AM-2PM, Sun: closed
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Requesting that this Council convene in Executive Session to receive an update on collective bargaining negotiations
“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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Requesting that this Council convene in Executive Session to discuss the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property located at 122 Assembly Park Drive
“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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Requesting authorization to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the acquisition of 122 Assembly Park Drive, Unit 45
“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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Requesting authorization to borrow $7,000,000 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for the purpose of procuring the fire station condominium unit at 122 Assembly Park Drive
“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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Aidan Slattery to the position of Police Officer
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, Anderson Construction & Excavation Inc
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, A.R. Belli, Inc
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, Baystate Engineering Corp
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, Borges Sewer & Drain LLC
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, Caruso Corp
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, Commonwealth Construction & Utilities, Inc
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, Edward Ahern
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, Hydra Tech, Inc
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, Jason Anthony Corp
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, JRG Masonry & Construction Inc
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, K.B. Aruda Construction Inc
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, Keash Excavating Inc
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, LaMountain Brothers Inc
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, McCourt Construction
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, Meninno Construction Co., Inc
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, Minkin Construction
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, Raffaele Construction Corp
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, RJV Construction Corporation
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, TRI Construction Co., Inc
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, United Civil Inc
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Renewing Drainlayer's License, Vinny Mofford Excavation LLC
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Renewing Flammables License, 74M Property Owner, LLC, 74 Middlesex Avenue
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Renewing Flammables License, Aris Auto Inc., 3 Craigie Street
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Renewing Flammables License, BBS Services, 45 Broadway
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Renewing Flammables License, Evocative, 50 Inner Belt Road
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Renewing Flammables License, Good Gas Somerville, 345 Medford Street
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Renewing Flammables License, Keolis Commuter Services, LLC, 23R Inner Belt Road
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Renewing Flammables License, Keolis Commuter Services, LLC, 70R Third Avenue
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Renewing Flammables License, Keolis Commuter Services, LLC, 132 Washington Street
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Renewing Flammables License, The Home Depot #2667, 75 Mystic Avenue
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Renewing Flammables License, Mercedes Benz of Boston, 259 McGrath Highway
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Renewing Flammables License, Metropolitan Pipe and Supply Company, 30 Inner Belt Road
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Renewing Flammables License, Mobile Mart Plus Inc., 379 Alewife Brook Parkway
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Renewing Flammables License, Sam's Gas & Service, 166 Boston Avenue
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Renewing Flammables License, Teele Square Auto, 1284 Broadway
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Renewing Flammables License, Trum Field Sunoco, 541 Broadway
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Renewing Flammables License, Union Gulf Service LLC, 231 Washington Street
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Renewing Garage License, 599 Somerville Ventures LLC, 599 Somerville Avenue
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Renewing Garage License, Arco Tire Auto Service Repair LLC, 18 Clarendon Avenue
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Renewing Garage License, Aris Auto Inc., 3 Craigie Street
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Renewing Garage License, Brazil Auto Repair Inc., 635 Somerville Avenue
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Renewing Garage License, Broadway Sunoco, 258 Broadway
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Renewing Garage License, Dino's Auto Center, 308 McGrath Highway
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Renewing Garage License, Drain Doctor Inc., 612 Broadway
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Renewing Garage License, K Professional Auto Detailing, 682 Mystic Avenue
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Renewing Garage License, MAC, 53 Russell Street
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Renewing Garage License, Mass General Brigham, 21 Third Avenue
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Renewing Garage License, Modern Floors, Inc., 22 Marshall Street
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Renewing Garage License, Ravelo's Auto Service, 63 Washington Street
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Renewing Garage License, Real Auto Shop, Inc., 463 McGrath Highway
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Renewing Garage License, Roman Auto Repair LLC, 45 Mystic Avenue
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Renewing Garage License, Teele Square Auto, 1284 Broadway
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Renewing Garage License, Webster Auto Body, 69 Webster Avenue
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Renewing Livery License, DRN Bus Transportation, 40A Memorial Road
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Renewing Outdoor Parking License, Day/Dover Parking LLC, 55 Day Street
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Renewing Outdoor Parking License, Nissenbaum Auto Parts Inc., 480 Columbia Street
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Renewing Second Hand Dealer License, Buffalo Exchange Ltd., 238 Elm Street
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Renewing Second Hand Dealer License, Nissenbaum Auto Parts Inc., 480 Columbia Street
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New Sign/Awning License, Showcase Laundromat, 715 Somerville Avenue, 1 Sign
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Renewing Taxi Medallion License, LaFoi Taxi Inc, Med. #20
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Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Michael H. Garvey, Med. #57
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Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Renaissance Taxi Service LLC, Med. #50
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Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Four Wheels Auto, 83 Albion Street
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Somerville Museum applying for a Public Event License for Somerville Patriots Day Colonial Fair 2026 on April 20 from 8am to 1pm
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Somerville Museum applying for a Public Event License for Trolley Tour: Revolutionary Line on April 25 from 8am to 6pm (raindate April 26)
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Veterans Services Department applying for a Public Event License for Salute to Service Parade on May 16 from 8am to 4pm
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Bow Market applying for a Public Event License for Annual Curated Vintage Market on May 31 from 8am to 9pm (raindate June 7)
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Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for Somerstreets: Carnaval on June 7 from 11:30am to 8pm (raindate June 14)
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Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for Big Gay Dance Party on June 27 from 2:30pm to 9:30pm (raindate June 28)
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Arts Council applying for a Public Event License for Fireworks Celebration on June 30 from 2pm to 12am (raindate July 1)
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Mutual Aid Medford and Somerville applying for a Public Event License for MAMAS Free Store on April 11 from 7am to 4pm (raindate April 25)
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Chris Dwan submitting comments re: utility double poles
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“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
From the Somerville City Council’s official minutes, posted on the city’s Legistar meeting calendar (July 2022 on) and its older meeting portal (2010 to mid-2022), both linked from the City Council page on somervillema.gov. We check every vote against the councilors present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Councilor photos: City of Somerville (somervillema.gov) official headshots for Ben Ewen-Campen, Jesse Clingan, Lance Davis, Wilfred Mbah, Naima Sait, J.T. Scott and Kristen Strezo; The Somerville Times (thesomervilletimes.com) for Emily Hardt, Jon Link, Matthew McLaughlin and Ben Wheeler. Former councilors show initials.
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