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June 25, 2026
109 recorded votes, 71 with disagreement.
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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
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Minutes #26-1125
Approve the minutes of the May 28, 2026 regular meeting
Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 28, 2026.
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Minutes #26-1126
Approve the minutes of the June 4, 2026 special meeting
Approval of the Minutes of the Special Meeting of June 4, 2026.
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Grant of Location #26-1058
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 107 feet of conduit in Mt. Vernon Street, from Utility Pole 159/7 to a point of pickup at 46 Mt. Vernon Street
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Grant of Location #26-1059
Verizon New England applying for a Grant of Location to install 159 feet of conduit in Main Street, from manhole 44/320A to a point of pickup at a proposed new handhole next to 5 Main Street
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Grant of Location #26-1060
Verizon New England applying for a Grant of Location to install 88 feet of conduit in Bow Street and Warren Avenue, from manhole 44/33A to a point of pickup at a proposed new handhole next to 41...
Verizon New England applying for a Grant of Location to install 88 feet of conduit in Bow Street and Warren Avenue, from manhole 44/33A to a point of pickup at a proposed new handhole next to 41 Union Square.
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Grant of Location #26-1061
Verizon New England applying for a Grant of Location to install 164 feet of conduit in Somerville Avenue and Craigie Street, from Utility Pole 82/1 to a point of pickup at an existing handhole...
Verizon New England applying for a Grant of Location to install 164 feet of conduit in Somerville Avenue and Craigie Street, from Utility Pole 82/1 to a point of pickup at an existing handhole next to 680 Somerville Avenue.
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Resolution #26-1112
Calling for traffic calming measures in the Prospect Hill neighborhood
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #26-1121
That the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment consider measures to reduce heat island effects on and around the grounds of the East Somerville Community School and the Edgerly...
That the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment consider measures to reduce heat island effects on and around the grounds of the East Somerville Community School and the Edgerly School, including working with Open Spaces to add trees and green space.
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Order #26-1078
That the Director of Parks and Recreation discuss the cost barriers and equity constraints that prevent low-income residents and local youth from accessing Somerville programs, such as public...
That the Director of Parks and Recreation discuss the cost barriers and equity constraints that prevent low-income residents and local youth from accessing Somerville programs, such as public skate time at Veterans Memorial Rink on early school dismissal days.
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Resolution #26-1077
That the Administration discuss the City's volunteer policy and its consistency among various city departments
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From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION.”
Public Communication #26-0287
26 registered voters requesting a Zoning Text Amendment to amend the Zoning Ordinance sections 3.1.8c, 3.1.9c, 3.1.10c, 3.1.13k, 3.1.13l, 3.2.12l. and 3.2.12m
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, 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.”
Committee Report #26-1100
Accept the report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on June 9, 2026
Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on June 9, 2026.
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Committee Report #26-1101
Accept the report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on June 10, 2026
Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on June 10, 2026.
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Committee Report #26-1102
Accept the report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on June 15, 2026
Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on June 15, 2026.
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Committee Report #26-1103
Accept the report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on June 16, 2026
Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on June 16, 2026.
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Mayor's Request #26-0744 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $222,502 grant that requires a match, from the Boston Region Metropolitan Planning Organization to the Mobility Division for Blue Bikes State of Good...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $222,502 grant that requires a match, from the Boston Region Metropolitan Planning Organization to the Mobility Division for Blue Bikes State of Good Repair project.
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Mayor's Request #26-0853 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a time-only contract extension until 12/31/2028 for the contract with Symmes Maini & McKee for Owners Project Manager Services for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning...
Requesting approval of a time-only contract extension until 12/31/2028 for the contract with Symmes Maini & McKee for Owners Project Manager Services for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Capital Projects.
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Mayor's Request #26-0868 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $2,500 using available funds in the Parks & Recreation Department Professional Services Account for removal and storage of floating docks at...
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $2,500 using available funds in the Parks & Recreation Department Professional Services Account for removal and storage of floating docks at the Blessing of the Bay boathouse.
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Mayor's Request #26-0869 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a time-only contract extension until 9/5/2028 for the contract with Stantec Consulting Services Inc. for the Mystic River Outfall Sewer Separation design project
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Mayor's Request #26-0871 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $2,500 from the Planning, Preservation and Zoning Salaries Account to the Public Space and Urban Forestry Salaries Account to cover a year-end budget deficit
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Mayor's Request #26-0872 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $100,000 from the Public Space and Urban Forestry Capital Account to the Street Tree Stabilization Fund for additional Fiscal Year 2027 tree planting and...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $100,000 from the Public Space and Urban Forestry Capital Account to the Street Tree Stabilization Fund for additional Fiscal Year 2027 tree planting and maintenance.
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Mayor's Request #26-0874 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $127,358 from various Office of Housing Stability Ordinary Maintenance Accounts to the Housing Assistance Stabilization Fund for housing assistance programs
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Mayor's Request #26-0875 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $2,403.70 from the Planning, Preservation and Zoning Salaries Account to the Department of Public Works Highway Overtime Account for the Davis Square...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $2,403.70 from the Planning, Preservation and Zoning Salaries Account to the Department of Public Works Highway Overtime Account for the Davis Square Activation project.
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Mayor's Request #26-0876 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $58,642 grant that requires a match, from Metro North Regional Employment Board to the Health and Human Services Department for the YouthWorks Summer Program
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Mayor's Request #26-0877 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to increase the Somertime Revolving Account Expenditure Limit for Fiscal Year 2026
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Mayor's Request #26-0879 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $500,000 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to the Mobility Division for the Western Pearl Street...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $500,000 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to the Mobility Division for the Western Pearl Street construction project.
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Mayor's Request #26-0881 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $4,966.16 from various Council on Aging Ordinary Maintenance Accounts and the Health and Human Services Salaries Account to various Council on Aging Personal...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $4,966.16 from various Council on Aging Ordinary Maintenance Accounts and the Health and Human Services Salaries Account to various Council on Aging Personal Services Account to cover an expected year-end deficit.
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Mayor's Request #26-0885 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $125,000 from the Department of Public Works Administration Salaries Account to the Snow Removal Account to cover expenses from the Fiscal Year 2026 winter...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $125,000 from the Department of Public Works Administration Salaries Account to the Snow Removal Account to cover expenses from the Fiscal Year 2026 winter weather season.
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Mayor's Request #26-0893 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $455,000 from the Department of Public Works Highway Wages Account to the Snow Removal Account to cover expenses from the Fiscal Year 2026 winter weather season
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Mayor's Request #26-0896 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $110,000 from the Department of Public Works Buildings Wages Account to the Snow Removal Account to cover expenses from the Fiscal Year 2026 winter weather season
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Mayor's Request #26-0897 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $150,000 from the Department of Public Works Grounds Wages Account to the Snow Removal Account to cover expenses from the Fiscal Year 2026 winter weather season
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Mayor's Request #26-0898 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $300,000 from the Department of Public Works Custodial Salaries Account to the Snow Removal Account to cover expenses from the Fiscal Year 2026 winter weather...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $300,000 from the Department of Public Works Custodial Salaries Account to the Snow Removal Account to cover expenses from the Fiscal Year 2026 winter weather season.
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Mayor's Request #26-0899 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $300,000 from the Department of Public Works Sanitation Recycling Account to the Snow Removal Account to cover expenses from the Fiscal Year 2026 winter...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $300,000 from the Department of Public Works Sanitation Recycling Account to the Snow Removal Account to cover expenses from the Fiscal Year 2026 winter weather season.
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Mayor's Request #26-0903 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $400,000 from the Department of Public Works Sanitation Rubbish Removal Account to the Snow Removal Account to cover expenses from the Fiscal Year 2026 winter...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $400,000 from the Department of Public Works Sanitation Rubbish Removal Account to the Snow Removal Account to cover expenses from the Fiscal Year 2026 winter weather season.
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Mayor's Request #26-0920 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $250,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Unemployment Compensation Account to remediate a year-end deficit
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Mayor's Request #26-0922 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $1,624,494 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Department of Public Works Snow Removal Account to reduce a year-end deficit
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0948 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the approval of the expenditure limitations for departmental Revolving Funds for Fiscal Year 2027
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Mayor's Request #26-0949 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to increase the Special Event Revolving Fund Expenditure Limit for FY 2026
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Mayor's Request #26-0968 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation or reserve of $8,367,344 in estimated Fiscal Year 2027 Community Preservation Act (CPA) revenue for CPA projects and expenses
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Mayor's Request #26-0977 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to execute the Fifth Amendment to the lease agreement with Dana Family Series, LLC, for the Grove Street parking lot, through June 30, 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0998 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $41,257.05 using available funds in various Department of Public Works accounts for various services
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Mayor's Request #26-1001 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $144,235 from the Opioid Recovery and Remediation Stabilization Fund to support various projects related to opioid initiatives
Yes: Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Hardt, Link, Mbah, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WheelerThe minutes list Matthew McLaughlin 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, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City Councilor Hardt, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis ABSENT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin.”
Mayor's Request #26-1009 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $18,850 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Judgments & Settlements Account for closing costs relative to the purchase of the Assembly Square Fire...
Requesting the appropriation of $18,850 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Judgments & Settlements Account for closing costs relative to the purchase of the Assembly Square Fire Station Condominium Unit at 45 Middlesex Avenue.
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Mayor's Request #26-1014 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to repurpose and appropriate $45,000 from the COVID-19 Stabilization fund to continue the Playworks Program at the Winter Hill Community School for the 2026-2027 School Year
Yes: Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Hardt, Link, Mbah, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WheelerThe minutes list Matthew McLaughlin 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, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City Councilor Hardt, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis ABSENT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin.”
Mayor's Request #26-1017 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $196,086 from the Salary & Wage Stabilization Fund to various departmental Other Lump Sum Payment Accounts to fund a collective bargaining agreement with Somerville...
Requesting the appropriation of $196,086 from the Salary & Wage Stabilization Fund to various departmental Other Lump Sum Payment Accounts to fund a collective bargaining agreement with Somerville Municipal Employees Union, Unit D.
Yes: Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Hardt, Link, Mbah, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WheelerThe minutes list Matthew McLaughlin 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, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City Councilor Hardt, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis ABSENT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin.”
Committee Report #26-1104
Accept the report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on June 17, 2026
Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on June 17, 2026.
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Committee Report #26-1107
Accept the report of the Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on June 23, 2026
Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on June 23, 2026.
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0950 (report of the Finance Committee)
Place on file: Requesting the appropriation of $376,778,493 to fund the Fiscal Year 2027 General Fund Operating Budget
The minutes record the result as “Placed on file”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: PLACED ON FILE 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.”
Mayor's Request #26-0951 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $39,633,688 to fund the Fiscal Year 2027 Sewer Enterprise Fund budget
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0952 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $24,672,499 to fund the Fiscal Year 2027 Water Enterprise Fund budget
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0953 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $794,782 to fund the Fiscal Year 2027 Kennedy School Pool Enterprise Fund budget
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0954 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $237,500 to fund the Fiscal Year 2027 Dilboy Fields Enterprise Fund Budget
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0961 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval of a transfer of $1,676,728 from the Salary Contingency Account-Salaries to the Salary & Wage Stabilization Fund
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0962 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $16,000,000 from the Sewer Enterprise Retained Earnings Account to the Sewer Capital Stabilization Fund
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0963 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $2,000,000 from the Water Enterprise Retained Earnings Account to the Water Capital Stabilization Fund
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0965 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $7,150,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Street Reconstruction and Renovation Stabilization Fund to support the 5-Year Capital Investment Plan
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0966 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $1,000,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Salary & Wage Stabilization Fund
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0967 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $1,200,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust Fund
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0969 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $86,200 from the Dilboy Fields Enterprise Fund Retained Earnings Account to subsidize the Fiscal Year 2027 Dilboy Fields Enterprise Fund Budget
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-0970 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $238,791 from the Kennedy School Pool Enterprise Fund Retained Earnings to support the Fiscal Year 2027 Kennedy School Pool Enterprise Fund Budget
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-1008 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $200,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Compensated Absence Liability Fund
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-1015 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting approval to appropriate and transfer $1,000,000 from the Community Benefits Stabilization Fund to the Housing Assistance Stabilization Fund for housing assistance
Yes: Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Hardt, Link, Mbah, Sait, Scott, Strezo, WheelerThe minutes list Matthew McLaughlin 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, City Councilor At Large Strezo, Ward Five City Councilor Sait, City Councilor At Large Wheeler, Ward Seven City Councilor Hardt, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis ABSENT: Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin.”
Mayor's Request #26-1016 (report of the Finance Committee)
Requesting the appropriation of $549,399 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Traffic Safety Stabilization Fund for traffic safety improvements
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Resolution #26-1137 (report of the Finance Committee)
That the collective salaries of Licensing Commissioners be increased to $15,180 with the Chair receiving $5,180 and Licensing Commissioners 2 and 3 receiving $5,000 each annually
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Resolution #26-1138 (report of the Finance Committee)
Withdraw: That the Administration add $400,000 in funding for Youth Development Services grants so that Teen Empowerment may have full funding
The minutes record the result as “Withdrawn”, with a roll call.
From the minutes
“RESULT: WITHDRAWN 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.”
Resolution #26-1132 (report of the Finance Committee)
That the funding for the previously cut Home Visitor position within the SomerBaby Program be reinstated through Health and Human Services and be inclusive of postpartum care
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Resolution #26-1133 (report of the Finance Committee)
That the Administration allocate $20,000 to provide additional out-of-school-time programming for teens on early-release Wednesdays
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Resolution #26-1134 (report of the Finance Committee)
That the crossing guards receive a 10% raise in Fiscal Year 2027 budget
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Resolution #26-1135 (report of the Finance Committee)
That the Administration restore the funding for the cut positions in the Racial and Social Justice Department and restore funding towards the mission of the department
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Resolution #26-1136 (report of the Finance Committee)
That the Administration utilize the Small Business Stabilization Fund in Fiscal Year 2027 to infuse spending to local small businesses and educate them on how to use these funds
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Committee Report #26-1105
Accept the report of the Committee on Land Use meeting in Joint Session with the Planning Board on June 18, 2026
Report of the Committee on Land Use meeting in Joint Session with the Planning Board on June 18, 2026.
The minutes give the result only, with no count, so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
Committee Report #26-1108
Accept the report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on June 24, 2026
Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on June 24, 2026.
The minutes give the result only, with no count, so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
Grant of Location #26-0750 (report of the Licenses and Permits Committee)
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 10 feet of conduit in Hudson Street, from Utility Pole 202/9 to a proposed new handhole next to 135 Hudson Street
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Grant of Location #26-0980 (report of the Licenses and Permits Committee)
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 31 feet of conduit in Richardson Street, from Utility Pole 296/1 to a point of pickup at 0 Richardson Street
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Grant of Location #26-0981 (report of the Licenses and Permits Committee)
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 641 feet of conduit in Somerville Avenue and Prospect Street, and one new Manhole 31333, from existing Manhole 27921 and from existing...
Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 641 feet of conduit in Somerville Avenue and Prospect Street, and one new Manhole 31333, from existing Manhole 27921 and from existing Manhole 25406 to a point of pickup at 51 Prospect Street.
The minutes give the result only, with no count, so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
Committee Report #26-1106
Accept the report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on June 22, 2026
Report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on June 22, 2026.
The minutes give the result only, with no count, so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
Mayor's Request #26-1118
Requesting that this Council convene in Executive Session to discuss item #26-1109, a request for appropriation to the Law Department Judgments & Settlements Account
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-1052
Requesting approval to appropriate $405,000 from the Facilities Construction & Renovation Fund to continue work on boiler controls and natural gas conversion
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-1054
Requesting approval to appropriate and transfer $350,000 from the Community Benefits Stabilization Fund to the Immigrant Legal Services Stabilization Fund for continued legal services
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-1110
Requesting the appropriation of $201,495 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Judgments & Settlements Account for settlement payments relative to the purchase of the Assembly...
Requesting the appropriation of $201,495 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Judgments & Settlements Account for settlement payments relative to the purchase of the Assembly Square Fire Station at 45 Middlesex Avenue.
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-1109
Requesting the appropriation of $120,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Judgments & Settlements Account to settle an employment case
The minutes give the result only, with no count, so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
Mayor's Request #26-1127
Requesting the appropriation of $78,900 from the Medical Marijuana Stabilization Fund to fund a Jail Diversion Clinician in the Community Outreach, Help and Recovery Unit
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-1114
Requesting approval of a transfer of $595,106.69 from the Infrastructure and Asset Management-Capital Projects Engineering & Architecture Account to the Facility Renovation Stabilization Fund for...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $595,106.69 from the Infrastructure and Asset Management-Capital Projects Engineering & Architecture Account to the Facility Renovation Stabilization Fund for continuing building design services.
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-1051
Requesting approval of a transfer of $405,000 from the Capital Building Improvements Account to the Facilities Stabilization Fund to continue work on multiple boilers
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-1117
Requesting approval of a transfer of $185,357.58 from the Infrastructure and Asset Management-Engineering Capital Outlay Engineering & Architecture Account to the Street Reconstruction...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $185,357.58 from the Infrastructure and Asset Management-Engineering Capital Outlay Engineering & Architecture Account to the Street Reconstruction Stabilization Fund for continuing street, sidewalk, and pavement condition assessment and design services.
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-1115
Requesting approval of a transfer of $117,928 from the Infrastructure and Asset Management-Capital Projects Professional & Technical Account to the Facility Renovation Stabilization Fund for...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $117,928 from the Infrastructure and Asset Management-Capital Projects Professional & Technical Account to the Facility Renovation Stabilization Fund for continuing building design services.
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-1122
Requesting approval of a transfer of $74,670.64 from the Infrastructure and Asset Management Capital Outlay Professional & Technical Account to the Facility Renovation Stabilization Fund for...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $74,670.64 from the Infrastructure and Asset Management Capital Outlay Professional & Technical Account to the Facility Renovation Stabilization Fund for continuing asset management program and planning services.
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-1116
Requesting approval of a transfer of $46,889.72 from the Infrastructure and Asset Management-Capital Projects Building Improvements Account to the Facility Renovation Stabilization Fund for...
Requesting approval of a transfer of $46,889.72 from the Infrastructure and Asset Management-Capital Projects Building Improvements Account to the Facility Renovation Stabilization Fund for continuing building design and construction services.
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-1056
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $110,280 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Bureau of Community Health and Prevention to the Health...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $110,280 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Bureau of Community Health and Prevention to the Health and Human Services Department for tobacco control and cessation.
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-1055
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $50,000 grant with no new match required, from Bloomberg Philanthropies to the Office of Sustainability and Environment for the Youth Climate Action Fund...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $50,000 grant with no new match required, from Bloomberg Philanthropies to the Office of Sustainability and Environment for the Youth Climate Action Fund program.
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Mayor's Request #26-1075
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $23,040 grant that requires an in-kind match, from the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency to the Emergency Management Division for an emergency...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $23,040 grant that requires an in-kind match, from the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency to the Emergency Management Division for an emergency management software platform.
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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis.”
Officer's Communication #26-1113
City Clerk requesting elimination of the Assistant City Clerk-Vital Records & Licensing position
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License #26-1062
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Boston Pipe Lining Company LLC
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License #26-1063
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Capitol Services LLC
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License #26-1064
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Doherty Excavating Inc
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License #26-1065
Renewing Drainlayer's License, Environic Solutions Inc
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License #26-1066
Renewing Drainlayer's License, New England Style Inc
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License #26-1067
Renewing Drainlayer's License, The Welch Corp
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License #26-1069
Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Falafel Place, 1 Main Street
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License #26-1070
Renewing Outdoor Parking License, Martha Lee Trust, 147 Highland Avenue
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Public Event #26-1071
Mayor's Office applying for a Public Event License for Disability Pride Flag Celebration on July 9 from 3pm to 5:30pm (raindate July 16)
The minutes give the result only, with no count, so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
Public Event #26-1074
Somerville Chamber of Commerce applying for a Public Event License for Somerville World Cup Viewing Party: Union Square on July 19 from 11am to 8:30pm
The minutes give the result only, with no count, so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
Public Event #26-1073
OpenAir Circus applying for a Public Event License for OpenAir Circus on July 31, August 1, and August 2 for various times
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Public Event #26-1072
Somerville Garden Club applying for a Public Event License for Somerville Garden Club Plant Sale on September 20 from 8am to 5pm
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Citation #26-1141
Commending Regina Bertholdo on the auspicious occasion of her retirement
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Mayor's Request #26-1151
Requesting the appropriation of $376,778,493 to fund the Fiscal Year 2027 General Fund Operating Budget
Yes: Clingan, Davis, Ewen-Campen, Hardt, Link, Mbah, McLaughlin, Sait, WheelerNo: Scott, Strezo
From the minutes
“RESULT: APPROVED AYE: Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, City Councilor At Large Link, 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, City Councilor At Large Mbah, and Ward Six City Councilor Davis NAY: Ward Two City Councilor Scott, and City Councilor At Large Strezo.”
Mayor's Request #26-1129
Requesting the approval of a transfer of $76.96 from the Department of Veterans Services Professional & Technical Services Account to the Overtime Account to cover an expected year-end deficit
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Mayor's Request #26-1130
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $14,974.64 grant with no match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to the Health and Human Services Department for Local Public...
Requesting approval to accept and expend a $14,974.64 grant with no match required, from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to the Health and Human Services Department for Local Public Health Funding for FIFA 2026 World Cup Community Events.
The minutes give the result only, with no count, so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
Public Event #26-1131
Somerville Chamber of Commerce applying for a Public Event License for Somerville Watch Party on July 7 from 10am to 10pm
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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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