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January 12, 2021
16 recorded votes, 16 with disagreement.
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Note on these minutes: Anthony Palomba arrived late (6:07 p.m.). Remote meeting. John G. Gannon is not on the attendance line, but the minutes record him seconding motions and asking questions.
Present: Caroline Bays, Anthony J. Donato, Lisa J. Feltner, Angeline B. Kounelis, Anthony Palomba, Vincent J. Piccirilli, Kenneth M. Woodland, Mark S. Sideris
Absent: John G. Gannon
During the meeting:
- Vincent J. Piccirilli recused from the vote: That the Town Council Authorize the Council President to Send a Letter to Ask DCR to Evaluate Traffic Data in the.
Every vote, in order
Executive Session – 6:00 P.M.
Enter into executive session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body...
To Consider the Purchase, Exchange, Lease, or Value of Real Property as an Open Meeting May Have a Detrimental Effect on the Negotiating Position of the Public Body – Stanley Avenue – Parcel 807 1B 1A Councilor Piccirilli moved to enter into executive session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body – Stanley Avenue – Parcel 807 1B 1A;
The minutes record this vote as unanimous, but Anthony Palomba arrived late (6:07 p.m.) and the minutes do not show whether before or after this vote, so MassVoter cannot tell who voted. Showing the result only. The minutes name John G. Gannon as seconder, but John G. Gannon is not shown as present at this point, so none is shown.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli)
Minutes of the November 24, 2020 Town Council Meeting
Accept the minutes as written: Minutes of the November 24, 2020 Town Council Meeting
Minutes of the November 24, 2020 Town Council Meeting Councilor Piccirilli moved to accept the minutes as written;
The minutes record this vote as unanimous, but John G. Gannon took part in the meeting without being on the attendance line, so MassVoter cannot tell who voted. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Woodland)
Minutes of the December 8, 2020 Town Council Meeting
Accept the minutes as written: Minutes of the December 8, 2020 Town Council Meeting
Minutes of the December 8, 2020 Town Council Meeting Councilor Piccirilli moved to accept the minutes as written;
The minutes record this vote as unanimous, but John G. Gannon took part in the meeting without being on the attendance line, so MassVoter cannot tell who voted. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Woodland)
PRESIDENT’S REPORT Referral to the Committee on Media and Public Outreach – Work with the CIO to Update the Town...
Refer to the Committee on Media and Public Outreach to work with the CIO to update the Town Council web page with newer available technologies
Councilor Piccirilli moved to refer to the Committee on Media and Public Outreach to work with the CIO to update the Town Council web page with newer available technologies;
The minutes record this vote as unanimous, but John G. Gannon took part in the meeting without being on the attendance line, so MassVoter cannot tell who voted. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Woodland)
PUBLIC HEARINGS Public Hearing and Vote on a Proposed Loan Order Authorizing the Town Treasurer, with the Approval...
Authorize the Town Treasurer, with the approval of the Town Manager, to borrow and/or expend monies in the amount of $1,771,000 under M.G.L. c
Councilor Piccirilli moved to authorize the Town Treasurer, with the approval of the Town Manager, to borrow and/or expend monies in the amount of $1,771,000 under M.G.L. c.
The minutes record this vote as unanimous, but John G. Gannon took part in the meeting without being on the attendance line, so MassVoter cannot tell who voted. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Feltner)
That the Town Council Authorize the Council President to Send a Letter to Ask DCR to Evaluate Traffic Data in the...
Accept the Committee on Economic Development and Planning Report regarding the relocation of NS AJO Holdings and the Recreational Closure of Greenough Boulevard
Councilor Piccirilli moved to accept the Committee on Economic Development and Planning Report regarding the relocation of NS AJO Holdings and the Recreational Closure of Greenough Boulevard;
The minutes record this vote as unanimous, but John G. Gannon took part in the meeting without being on the attendance line, so MassVoter cannot tell who voted. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Woodland)
For the Town Council to authorize the town manager to amend the host agreements with NS AJO Holdings to move from 23 Elm Street to 390 Arsenal Street, contingent upon holding a community outreach...
Councilor Woodland moved for the Town Council to authorize the town manager to amend the host agreements with NS AJO Holdings to move from 23 Elm Street to 390 Arsenal Street, contingent upon holding a community outreach meeting;
The minutes record this vote as unanimous, but John G. Gannon took part in the meeting without being on the attendance line, so MassVoter cannot tell who voted. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Woodland, second: Feltner)
Authorize the Council President to send a letter to ask DCR to evaluate traffic data in the area of Greenough Boulevard between Arsenal Street and North Beacon Street in Watertown and determine if...
Councilor Piccirilli moved to authorize the Council President to send a letter to ask DCR to evaluate traffic data in the area of Greenough Boulevard between Arsenal Street and North Beacon Street in Watertown and determine if a longer term or weekend closure is feasible, and ask DCR to work with Watertown’s Department of Community Development and Planning and the Department of Public Works to explore the possibility of doing a pilot program to close this section of road on weekends during the spring/summer/fall of 2021;
The minutes record this vote as unanimous, but John G. Gannon took part in the meeting without being on the attendance line, so MassVoter cannot tell who voted. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Woodland)
Committee on Economic Development and Planning Report Regarding Various Transportation Issues and the Updating or...
Accept the report: Committee on Economic Development and Planning Report Regarding Various Transportation Issues and the Updating or Amending of the Comprehensive Plan
Councilor Piccirilli moved to accept the report;
The minutes record this vote as unanimous, but John G. Gannon took part in the meeting without being on the attendance line, so MassVoter cannot tell who voted. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Woodland)
Endorse the Department of Community Development and Planning recommendation to hire a consultant to review and update the Comprehensive Plan in FY 2022
Councilor Piccirilli moved to endorse the Department of Community Development and Planning recommendation to hire a consultant to review and update the Comprehensive Plan in FY 2022;
The minutes record this vote as unanimous, but John G. Gannon took part in the meeting without being on the attendance line, so MassVoter cannot tell who voted. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Woodland)
Committee on Human Services Report Regarding the Establishment of an Emergency Rental Assistance Program and the...
Accept the Committee on Human Services Report regarding the establishment of an Emergency Rental Assistance Program and the creation of a permanent Rental Assistance Program
Councilor Piccirilli moved to accept the Committee on Human Services Report regarding the establishment of an Emergency Rental Assistance Program and the creation of a permanent Rental Assistance Program;
The minutes record this vote as unanimous, but John G. Gannon took part in the meeting without being on the attendance line, so MassVoter cannot tell who voted. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Palomba)
Committees on Public Works and Economic Development and Planning Regarding the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Report...
Accept the Committees on Public Works and Economic Development and Planning regarding the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Report
Councilor Piccirilli moved to accept the Committees on Public Works and Economic Development and Planning regarding the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Report;
The minutes record this vote as unanimous, but John G. Gannon took part in the meeting without being on the attendance line, so MassVoter cannot tell who voted. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“The report was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Woodland)
Referral to the Committee on Rules and Ordinances Consideration of Special Legislation to Enable Local Control over...
Refer to the Committee on Rules and Ordinances consideration of special legislation to enable local control over transitioning from beer and wine package store licenses to all alcohol package...
Referral to the Committee on Rules and Ordinances Consideration of Special Legislation to Enable Local Control over Transitioning from Beer and Wine Package Store Licenses to All Alcohol Package Store Licenses Councilor Piccirilli moved to refer to the Committee on Rules and Ordinances consideration of special legislation to enable local control over transitioning from beer and wine package store licenses to all alcohol package store licenses;
The minutes record this vote as unanimous, but John G. Gannon took part in the meeting without being on the attendance line, so MassVoter cannot tell who voted. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Woodland)
For the Committee to Make Recommendations on How to Proceed
Have the motion as corrected be approved
Park surface upgrades and regular maintenance; and for the Committee to make recommendations on how to proceed Councilor Piccirilli moved to have the motion as corrected be approved;
The minutes record this vote as unanimous, but John G. Gannon took part in the meeting without being on the attendance line, so MassVoter cannot tell who voted. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Feltner)
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE TOWN MANAGER Public Arts Master Plan
Refer the Public Arts Master Plan to the Committee on Economic Development and Planning for consideration
Councilor Piccirilli moved to refer the Public Arts Master Plan to the Committee on Economic Development and Planning for consideration;
The minutes record this vote as unanimous, but John G. Gannon took part in the meeting without being on the attendance line, so MassVoter cannot tell who voted. Showing the result only. The minutes name John G. Gannon as seconder, but John G. Gannon is not shown as present at this point, so none is shown.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli)
Recess Or Adjournment
Adjourn
RECESS OR ADJOURNMENT Councilor Piccirilli moved to adjourn;
The minutes record this vote as unanimous, but John G. Gannon took part in the meeting without being on the attendance line, so MassVoter cannot tell who voted. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“The motion was adopted unanimously on a roll call vote..” (Motion: Piccirilli, second: Feltner)
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