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DPW Commissioner responding to various Board Orders submitted 11/24/15.
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Somerville Board of Aldermen - Orders for 11/24/15 Meeting
ORDER 15. Order
(ID # 12841) By Ald. Rossetti, Connolly, Niedergang
That the Commissioner of Public Works install additional lighting in the area of 483 Medford Street.
RESOLUTION I will work with the LED light installer to investigate this location.
ORDER 19. Order
(ID # 12846) By Ald. McLaughlin
That the Commissioner of Public Works remove the trash by Mt. Vernon Street and Broadway, on the highway side of the street.
RESOLUTION The Buildings and Ground Superintendent has assigned ROCA this area to begin the process of clean up. It will be completed sometime next week.
ORDER 22. Order
(ID # 12849) By Ald. McLaughlin
That the Commissioner of Public Works provide more lighting on Cross Street, between Pearl Street and McGrath Highway.
RESOLUTION I will request that the provider of our recent study of lights, Tanko, reconfirm the new wattages in this area.
ORDER 23. Order
(ID # 12850) By Ald. McLaughlin
That the Commissioner of Public Works create clearly defined lines along Walnut Street, by Pearl Street and Broadway, to eliminate two lane traffic problems.
RESOLUTION Request should be directed to Traffic and Parking Department.
ORDER 26. Order
(ID # 12919) By Ald. McLaughlin
That the Commissioner of Public Works repair the lights on batting cages inside the Edgerly School.
RESOLUTION These cages are rented out regularly. The Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds made arrangements to have the contractor fix the lights, should be complete.
ORDER 27. Order
(ID # 12920) By Ald. McLaughlin
That the Commissioner of Public Works make the East Somerville Library bathroom ADA-compliant.
RESOLUTION I will meet with Betsy Allen to review and plan the necessary work.
ORDER 28. Order
(ID # 12921) By Ald. McLaughlin
That the Commissioner of Public Works clean the grassy area on McGrath Highway adjacent to 42 Otis Street.
RESOLUTION This is the responsibility of MassDOT, district four. I will forward the director this request.
ORDER 29. Order
(ID # 12922) By Ald. McLaughlin
That the Commissioner of Public Works install a street light on the corner of Otis Street and McGrath Highway by the overpass.
RESOLUTION This is the responsibility of MassDOT, district four. I will forward the director this request.
ORDER 30. Order
(ID # 12923) By Ald. McLaughlin
That the Commissioner of Public Works address the tangled wires at 35 Otis Street.
RESOLUTION The Superintendent of Lights and Lines is addressing this issue.
ORDER 35. Order
(ID # 12928) By Ald. McLaughlin
That the Commissioner of Public Works repair the broken street lights on Washington Street, between Tufts and Florence Streets, and in front of the park on Florence Street.
RESOLUTION This will be submitted to contractor for repair.
ORDER 36. Order
(ID # 12929) By Ald. McLaughlin
That the Commissioner of Public Works install an ADA accessible ramp on the Pearl Street side of the East Somerville Community School.
RESOLUTION I will work with Betsy Allen to accomplish.
ORDER 39. Order
(ID # 12932) By Ald. McLaughlin
That the Commissioner of Public Works clean out the alley between the Edgerly School and 15 Otis Street.
RESOLUTION The custodial staff has been assigned the project and it will be completed promptly.
ORDER 43. Order
(ID # 12936) By Ald. McLaughlin
That the Commissioner of Public Works contact Mass DOT about shoveling the paths by Sullivan Square before snow falls.
RESOLUTION Please contact me so we can improve upon this service.
ORDER 44. Order
(ID # 12937) By Ald. McLaughlin
That the Commissioner of Public Works ensure construction signs are taken down along Broadway after construction.
RESOLUTION After the contract is signed off on and complete, I will be sure the construction signs are taken down by MassDOT.
ORDER 54. Order
(ID # 12858) By Ald. Niedergang
That the Commissioner of Public Works replace the lamp post at Old Magoun’s Saloon in Magoun Square.
RESOLUTION I have requested that Lights and Lines Department replace this light.
ORDER 57. Order
(ID # 12861) By Ald. Niedergang
That the Commissioner of Public Works check the timer on the Kennedy playground lights as they turn on and shut off at random times.
RESOLUTION I have requested that Lights and Lines Department to address this request.
ORDER 61. Order
(ID # 12968) By Ald. Niedergang
That the Commissioner of Public Works repair the sidewalk that is collapsing in front of 11 Woodbine Street.
RESOLUTION Sidewalk work moratorium has been instituted. Will request Highway Department make safe and it will be put on the repair list for Spring.
ORDER 64. Order
(ID # 12842) By Ald. Sullivan, Lafuente, White Jr.
That the Commissioner of Public Works replace the 3 raised sidewalk panels at 61 Dartmouth Street so they align with the curb.
RESOLUTION These will be inspected and repaired to safe. Will put on list for replacement in the spring.
ORDER 65. Order
(ID # 12865) By Ald. Sullivan, McLaughlin, Connolly, Rossetti, White Jr.
That the Commissioner of Public Works trim the tree in the Florence Playground near 14 Pinckney Street.
RESOLUTION Tree truck currently out for service. Will complete job once truck is returned.
ORDER 66. Order
(ID # 12866) By Ald. Sullivan
That the Commissioner of Public Works repaint the faded NO CYCLING markers on sidewalks and install NO BIKE RIDING - PLEASE WALK YOUR BIKE signs in central business districts.
RESOLUTION This request should be referred to Traffic and Parking.
ORDER 71. Order
(ID # 12975) By Ald. Sullivan, McLaughlin, White Jr., Rossetti, Connolly
That the Commissioner of Public Works repair the wrought iron fence at the East Branch Library.
RESOLUTION I will review the request with OSPCD and work to secure funding.
ORDER 73. Order
(ID # 12899) By Ald. Heuston
That the Commissioner of Public Works repair the crumbling sidewalk panels on Dane Street along the bridge area.
RESOLUTION Panels will be inspected and temporarily repaired. Will schedule replacement in Spring.
ORDER 74. Order
(ID # 12900) By Ald. Heuston, McWatters
That the Commissioner of Public Works repair the street light directly in front of the Union Square Post Office as well as any other broken or failing street lights in Union Square.
RESOLUTION Will refer to the vendor for repair.
ORDER 75. Order
(ID # 12901) By Ald. Heuston, McWatters
That the Commissioner of Public Works install additional lighting in trees in Union Square.
RESOLUTION Will have our Lights and Lines department evaluate and install additional lights.
ORDER 76. Order
(ID # 12902) By Ald. Heuston
That the Commissioner of Public Works repair the clock in the Argenziano School cafeteria which has been broken for the last 5 years.
RESOLUTION Vendor has been contacted to repair this.
ORDER 77. Order
(ID # 12903) By Ald. Heuston
That the Commissioner of Public Works repair the door to the Argenziano School cafeteria.
RESOLUTION Vendor has been contacted to repair this.
ORDER 78. Order
(ID # 12904) By Ald. Heuston
That the City Engineer provide information on the recent water and sewer problem in the Joseph Street and Adrian Street area and whether the problem is permanently resolved.
RESOLUTION Water Department performed permanent water repairs at Lincoln Street. I will be checking street drainage at the handicap ramps.
ORDER 79. Order
(ID # 12905) By Ald. Heuston
That the City Engineer contact the owners of the Ames Complex to identify and resolve flooding issues related to that property.
RESOLUTION I will contact the owners to investigate the flooding with that area.
ORDER 80. Order
(ID # 12906) By Ald. Heuston
That the Director of Traffic and Parking, the Supervisor of Inspectional Services and the Commissioner of Public Works collaborate address traffic issues on Washington Street from Union Square to the McGrath Highway, including unstable street plates, roadway depressions, orange traffic cones and other impediments.
RESOLUTION Will address this issue with Traffic and Parking.
ORDER 81. Order
(ID # 12964) By Ald. Heuston
That the Commissioner of Public Works and the Director of Traffic and Parking inform this Board how to petition for exemption from the new 2016 Snow Removal regulations, and post the process on the city’s website well in advance of the 2016 winter season.
RESOLUTION There is no exemption process. However, the existing areas that are presently different will continue to remain the same.
ORDER 82. Order
(ID # 12965) By Ald. Heuston
That the Commissioner of Public Works contact the appropriate utility to address the low hanging wires on Hunting Street leading to South Street.
RESOLUTION The Superintendent of Lights and Lines is working this issue.
ORDER 83. Order
(ID # 12966) By Ald. Heuston
That the Commissioner of Public Works repair the street light at 379 Washington Street.
RESOLUTION Have forwarded request to contractor for repair.
ORDER 84. Order
(ID # 12967) By Ald. Heuston
That the Commissioner of Public Works paint the hydrant at 379 Washington Street.
RESOLUTION Will have painted.
ORDER 93. Order
(ID # 12959) By Ald. McWatters
That the Commissioner of Public Works replace the sidewalk panels at 59 Boston Street.
RESOLUTION Panels will be inspected and temporarily repaired. Will schedule replacement in Spring.
ORDER 98. Order
(ID # 12955) By Ald. Ballantyne
That the Commissioner of Public Works explain why 12 foot high tree stumps remain after trees have been cut.
RESOLUTION Stumps will be removed during the month of December.
ORDER 99. Order
(ID # 12956) By Ald. Ballantyne
That the Director of SPCD, the Commissioner of Public Works and the Director of Sustainability and Environment consider the pros and cons of artificial turf and identify alternative designs for city parks.
RESOLUTION OSPCD is preparing an analysis, which will inform the fields planning process.
ORDER 100. Order
(ID # 12957) By Ald. Ballantyne
That the Director of SPCD and the Commissioner of Public Works advise this Board of the minimum ADA requirements for hard surfaces at parks.
RESOLUTION I will refer this item to ADA.