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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 4/26/2012 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: City Council Chamber-City Hall-93 Highland Avenue
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192967 1192967Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on April 18, 2012.Approved  Action details Not available
192970 1192970Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Youth Services, meeting on April 18, 2012.Approved  Action details Not available
192960 1192960Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Finance, meeting on April 18, 2012.Approved  Action details Not available
192963 1192963Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on April 23, 2012.Approved  Action details Not available
192961 1192961Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on April 24, 2012.Approved  Action details Not available
192965 1192965Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on April 24, 2012.Approved  Action details Not available
192959 1192959Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments, meeting on April 26, 2012.Approved  Action details Not available
192943 1192943MinutesApproval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, March 22, 2012.Approved  Action details Not available
192942 1192942Roll CallCall of the Roll.Placed on file  Action details Not available
192978 2192978Public EventPublic Event Permit, Brotherhood of the Holy Spirit Procession, Between St. Joseph's Church and 203 Somerville Ave., May 27, 9AM.Approved  Action details Not available
192981 2192981Public EventPublic Event Permit, Mission Church of Christ Walk-a-Thon, 130 Highland Ave. and area streets, Jun 30, 9AM-3PM.Approved  Action details Not available
192983 2192983Public EventPublic Event Permit, Homeless Coalition Road Race, Davis Sq. area, Road Race, Registration and Ceremony, and Hanging a Banner, Oct 6, 7AM-1PM (banner up Aug 6).Approved  Action details Not available
192950 2192950OrderThat the Director of Constituent Services (311), the Commissioner of Public Works and the Chief of Police appear before the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety to explain the procedures involved in responding to citizen complaints about construction vehicles driving over public sidewalks, in general, and in particular, an incident that was reported to 311 on or about November 28, 2011, with respect to 1298 Broadway.Approved  Action details Not available
192951 2192951ResolutionThat this Board requests that the Administration develop a marketing/economic development outreach strategy as part of its branding strategy.Approved  Action details Not available
192952 2192952ResolutionThat this Board requests that the Administration work with this Board to craft legislation allowing the City to lien an individual’s state income tax refund for payment of outstanding taxes, fees, fines and any other liabilities owed the City.Approved  Action details Not available
192953 2192953OrderThat the Director of SPCD (ISD) inspect the streets listed within for possible rodent problems.Approved  Action details Not available
192954 2192954OrderThat the Director of SPCD (ISD) dispatch the Neighborhood Impact Team to 35-37 Jackson Road for possible rooming house violations.Approved  Action details Not available
192955 2192955OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works repair the crossing signal at the intersection of Broadway and Main Street.Approved  Action details Not available
192956 2192956OrderThat the Director of SPCD (ISD) increase monitoring for trash violations.Approved  Action details Not available
192957 2192957OrderThat the Director of Traffic and Parking dispatch PCOs to Grant Street and Mystic Avenue from 10 PM to 2 AM to take action on non-resident parking violations.Approved  Action details Not available
192944 2192944CitationCommending Jay Colbert, who is resigning after 12 years as President of Somerville Firefighters Local 76.Approved  Action details Not available
193043 2193043OrderThat the Director of Traffic and Parking patrol the Somerville Avenue end of Spring Street for violations of the ONE WAY regulation between 7:30 - 9:00 AM and 4:30 - 7:00 PM.Approved  Action details Not available
193044 2193044OrderThat the Director of Traffic and Parking ensure that all necessary signage is posted on Spring Street.Approved  Action details Not available
192962 2192962ResolutionThat this Board requests that the Administration and the Director of Traffic and Parking consider using parking ticket and meter fine receipts for the economic development of Magoun Square.Approved  Action details Not available
192975 2192975Public EventPublic Event Permit, Growing Center Events, 22 Vinal Ave., various dates and times, Apr-Oct.Approved  Action details Not available
192979 2192979Public EventPublic Event Permit, Redbones Bike to Work Week Benefit, Chester St. between Elm and Herbert Sts., Jun 4, Noon-10PM (raindate Jun 11).Approved  Action details Not available
192977 2192977Public EventPublic Event Permit, High School Dance Team Car Wash Fundraiser, High School Concourse, May 19, 9-3PM.Approved  Action details Not available
193005 2193005LicenseRenewing Flammables License, Cubby Oil, 20 Medford St.Approved  Action details Not available
193024 2193024LicenseRenewing Garage License, Nippon Express, 30 Inner Belt Rd.Approved  Action details Not available
193025 2193025LicenseRenewing Garage License, F.W. Russell and Sons Disposal, 120 McGrath Hwy.Approved  Action details Not available
192992 2192992LicenseRenewing Drainlayer's License, N. Sacca and Sons.Approved  Action details Not available
192993 2192993LicenseRenewing Drainlayer's License, Tufts Inc.Approved  Action details Not available
192994 2192994LicenseRenewing Drainlayer's License, Borges Sewer and Drain.Approved  Action details Not available
193032 2193032LicenseRenewing Outdoor Parking License, F.W. Russell and Sons Disposal, 120 McGrath Hwy.Approved  Action details Not available
193033 2193033LicenseRenewing Outdoor Parking License, Star Market, 275 Beacon St.Approved  Action details Not available
193038 2193038LicenseRenewing Extended Operating Hours License, Moe's BBQ Trolley, Packard Ave. at Professors Row.Approved  Action details Not available
193040 2193040LicenseRenewing Hawker and Peddler License, Moe's BBQ Trolley.Approved  Action details Not available
192973 2192973Mayor's CommunicationProclaiming May as National Bike Month.Placed on file  Action details Not available
192945 2192945CitationCommending Dawn Morrissey, Director of the Irish Film Festival, and her many volunteers, for a most successful festival this year.Approved  Action details Not available
192946 2192946CitationCongratulating the St. Clement Parish on the happy occasion of their 100th anniversary of religious and social ministry.Approved  Action details Not available
193041 2193041LicenseNew Hawker and Peddler License, Francisca Morales, vending pre-packaged snacks and beverages.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
193026 2193026LicenseRenewing Garage License, Auto Express, 712 Mystic Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
193027 2193027LicenseRenewing Garage License, Leins Auto Repair, 65 Bow St.Approved  Action details Not available
193028 2193028LicenseRenewing Garage License, Inman Collision Center, 45 Webster Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
193029 2193029LicenseRenewing Garage License, Inman Motor Sales, 121-123 Prospect St.Approved  Action details Not available
193049 2193049CommunicationRetirement Board notifying this Board of a vote on a cost of living adjustment at its May, 2012, meeting.Placed on file  Action details Not available
192985 2192985LicenseRenewing Drainlayer's License, James W. Flett.Approved  Action details Not available
192986 2192986LicenseRenewing Drainlayer's License, Greenwood and Sons.Approved  Action details Not available
192987 2192987LicenseRenewing Drainlayer's License, D'Allessandro.Approved  Action details Not available
192988 2192988LicenseRenewing Drainlayer's License, A. Suffolk Water and Sewer.Approved  Action details Not available
192989 2192989LicenseRenewing Drainlayer's License, DeIulis Brothers Construction.Approved  Action details Not available
192990 2192990LicenseRenewing Drainlayer's License, Gallup Landscape.Approved  Action details Not available
192991 2192991LicenseRenewing Drainlayer's License, CJ Doherty.Approved  Action details Not available
192995 2192995LicenseRenewing Flammables License, Faulkner Brothers, 9-13 Alpine St.Approved  Action details Not available
192996 2192996LicenseRenewing Flammables License, Home Depot, 75 Mystic Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
192997 2192997LicenseRenewing Flammables License, Mobil Mart Plus, 379 Alewife Brook Pkwy.Approved  Action details Not available
192998 2192998LicenseRenewing Flammables License, Chambers Motorcars, 259 McGrath Hwy.Approved  Action details Not available
192999 2192999LicenseRenewing Flammables License, U-Haul of Boston, 151 Linwood St.Approved  Action details Not available
193000 2193000LicenseRenewing Flammables License, U-Haul of Boston, 600 Mystic Valley Pkwy.Approved  Action details Not available
193001 2193001LicenseRenewing Flammables License, Coresite Real Estate, 70 Inner Belt Rd.Approved  Action details Not available
193002 2193002LicenseRenewing Flammables License, Mik Meg Corp., 57 Warren St.Approved  Action details Not available
193003 2193003LicenseRenewing Flammables License, Broadway Petroleum, 1284 Broadway.Approved  Action details Not available
193004 2193004LicenseRenewing Flammables License, Valvoline, 182 Washington St.Approved  Action details Not available
193006 2193006LicenseRenewing Garage License, Valvoline, 182 Washington St.Approved  Action details Not available
193007 2193007LicenseRenewing Garage License, Teele Sq. Auto, 1284 Broadway.Approved  Action details Not available
193008 2193008LicenseRenewing Garage License, BBC Auto Repair, 483 Somerville Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
193009 2193009LicenseRenewing Garage License, PMD Group, 379-385 Broadway.Approved  Action details Not available
193010 2193010LicenseRenewing Garage License, Faulkner Brothers, 13 Alpine St.Approved  Action details Not available
193011 2193011LicenseRenewing Garage License, Chambers Motorcars, 71 Linwood St.Approved  Action details Not available
193012 2193012LicenseRenewing Garage License, A&M Foreign Motors, 400 Mystic Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
193013 2193013LicenseRenewing Garage License, Monro Muffler Brake, 223 Washington St.Approved  Action details Not available
193014 2193014LicenseRenewing Garage License, Herb Chambers I-93, 259 McGrath Hwy.Approved  Action details Not available
193015 2193015LicenseRenewing Garage License, Original Auto Body and Mechanic, 12-16 Joy St.Approved  Action details Not available
193016 2193016LicenseRenewing Garage License, Hillside Service Center, 45 Mystic Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
193017 2193017LicenseRenewing Garage License, U-Haul of Boston, 151 Linwood St.Approved  Action details Not available
193018 2193018LicenseRenewing Garage License, Chicken & Shakes Automotive, 6 Beach Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
193019 2193019LicenseRenewing Garage License, Unlimited Auto Body, 471 Somerville Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
193020 2193020LicenseRenewing Garage License, Tech Auto Body Repair, 9 Union Sq.Approved  Action details Not available
193021 2193021LicenseRenewing Garage License, Boston Sand & Gravel, 492 Rutherford Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
193022 2193022LicenseRenewing Garage License, GE Auto Repair, 631 Somerville Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
193023 2193023LicenseRenewing Garage License, Metro Auto Repair, 47 Webster Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
193030 2193030LicenseRenewing Outdoor Parking License, Faulkner Brothers, 2 Alpine St.Approved  Action details Not available
193031 2193031LicenseRenewing Outdoor Parking License, Pat's Towing, 160 McGrath Hwy.Approved  Action details Not available
193034 2193034LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Mike's Restaurant, 9 Davis Sq.Approved  Action details Not available
193035 2193035LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Yak & Yeti, 719 Broadway.Approved  Action details Not available
193036 2193036LicenseRenewing Extended Operating Hours License, Dunkin Donuts, 282 Somerville Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
193037 2193037LicenseRenewing Extended Operating Hours License, Dominos Pizza, 201 Elm St.Approved  Action details Not available
193039 2193039LicenseRenewing Junk Dealer's License, Delta Jewelry and Refining, 90 Highland Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
193042 2193042LicenseNew Used Car Dealer's License Class 2, RWC Auto Group LLC dba Beacon and Park Auto Sales, 75 Park St., M-F 8AM-6PM, Sa 8AM-2PM, Su by appointment only, 0 autos inside, 14 outside.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
192984 2192984LicenseRenewing Drainlayer's License, SGT Excavation.Approved  Action details Not available
192947 2192947OrderThat the Chief of Police order a directed patrol in the area of St. James, Windom, Elston, Elm and Summer Streets for the next three weeks in response to recent break ins and report back to the Ward 6 Alderman with any relevant information.Approved  Action details Not available
192948 2192948OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works repave Chester Place during the upcoming paving cycle.Approved  Action details Not available
192949 2192949OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works contact NSTAR to determine their protocol for repairing streets after having performed gas work which caused damage to the street.Approved  Action details Not available
192980 2192980Public EventPublic Event Permit, Amending the Swirl and Slice Union Sq. Gourmet Market, Union Sq. Plaza, Every Thursday, Jun 14-Sep 20, 4-9PM (made weekly, not biweekly, approved by the BOA 3/22/12 as #192764).Approved  Action details Not available
192976 2192976Public EventPublic Event Permit, Little League Opening Day Parade, High School Concourse to Conway Park, Apr 28, 10AM (raindate Apr 29).Approved  Action details Not available
192958 2192958CommunicationIn his capacity as a member of the School Committee, conveying a report of the School Committee's activities.Placed on file  Action details Not available
192982 2192982Public EventPublic Event Permit, "Yarn Storm" Public Art Installation, Perry Park, Installed Aug 25 9AM-1PM, Removed Nov 11.Approved  Action details Not available
192968 2192968OrderThat the Director of Traffic and Parking examine the feasibility of installing NO PARKING signs at the intersection of Central, Ames and Robinson Streets.Approved  Action details Not available
192969 2192969OrderThat the City Solicitor and the Director of SPCD (ISD) determine if fines may be assessed at 155 Central Street for violations of the smoking ordinance.Approved  Action details Not available
193045 2193045OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works install a chain across the opening to the Dilboy Field baseball area to prevent cars from parking on field.Approved  Action details Not available
192966 2192966OrderThat the City Clerk send a communication to the corporate offices of all major fast food establishments in the city, advising them that the City is concerned about recycling in their establishments.Approved  Action details Not available
193051 2193051CitationCommending Tony and Donna Alibrandi on the happy occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary.Approved  Action details Not available
193053 2193053CommunicationRetirement Board conveying a Funding Schedule that reflects an increase in the COLA base from $12,000 to $14,000, pursuant to #192304.Placed on file  Action details Not available
192964 2192964Officer's CommunicationRequesting an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance amending Zoning Districts for the Porter Square area (remaining portion of #192256).Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
193048 3193048Officer's CommunicationAssistant City Solicitor submitting a proposed BOA rule relative to the Open Meeting Law.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
193047 3193047Mayor's RequestRequesting that this Board's Committee on Confirmation of Appointments convene prior to this Board's next meeting to allow the Chief of Police and the Director of Personnel Dept. to inform the Board of a new procedure regarding student police officers.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
192974 3192974CommunicationDirector of Traffic and Parking responding to various Board Orders.Placed on file  Action details Not available
192972 3192972CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Jay Weaver as Director of Veteran Services.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
193050 3193050Officer's CommunicationChief Assessor responding to #192774 re: tax exempt properties and the potential taxes lost.Placed on file  Action details Not available
193046 3193046Mayor's RequestRequesting the acceptance of a $390,396.63 FTA grant administered by MAPC, for a Bike Share system.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
192971 3192971Mayor's RequestRequesting approval of an amendment to the 2011-2012 HUD Action Plan to accept an additional $70,741 in Emergency Solutions Grant funds.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
192790 4192790OrderThat this Board’s Committee on Public Health and Safety address criminal activity and code violations at 132 Central Street, whether the City can recover funds spent on public safety calls there, and whether the City should conduct outreach to tenants to ensure a safe environment.Work completed  Action details Not available
192727 4192727ResolutionThat this Board supports H-3838, An Act Providing Housing and Support Services for Unaccompanied Homeless Youth.Work completed  Action details Not available
192759 4192759CommunicationRequesting the appointment of Marie McBride to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities.Approved  Action details Not available
192758 4192758CommunicationRequesting the appointment of Heather MacIndoe to the Women's Commission.Approved  Action details Not available
192369 4192369OrderThat the Director of SPCD notify the Committee on Housing and Community Development of the impact of cuts to the Housing Dept. budget.Work completed  Action details Not available
192480 4192480OrderThat the Director of SPCD update this Board on initiatives to rectify the lack of economic growth in Magoun Square.Work completed  Action details Not available
192726 4192726OrderThat the Environmental Programs Manager and the City Solicitor work with the Legislative Matters Committee to create an ordinance for recycling at fast food establishments.Work completed  Action details Not available
193052 4193052Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation of $74,000 from Unreserved Fund Balance ("free cash") to the Veterans Services Benefit Account, to fund the account through the fiscal year.Approved  Action details Not available
193052 5193052Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation of $74,000 from Unreserved Fund Balance ("free cash") to the Veterans Services Benefit Account, to fund the account through the fiscal year.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192826 5192826Mayor's RequestRequesting the appointment of Barbara Dulin as Constable, for a term to expire December 31, 2012.Approved  Action details Not available
192757 5192757CommunicationRequesting the appointment of Joseph Cerqueira as Alternate Member of the Planning Board.Placed on file  Action details Not available
192682 5192682CommunicationCity Clerk conveying a Determination from the Attorney General re: the Open Meeting Law and participation at committee meetings.Work completed  Action details Not available
192656 5192656ResolutionThat this Board offers its support of the 5th Annual White Ribbon Day campaign, advocating against domestic violence.Work completed  Action details Not available
192816 5192816Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation of $55,000 from Unreserved Fund Balance ("free cash") to the Veterans Services Benefit Account, to fund the account through the fiscal year.Placed on file  Action details Not available
192827 5192827Mayor's RequestRequesting the appointment of Ernest Dulin as Constable, for a term to expire December 31, 2012.Approved  Action details Not available
192828 5192828Mayor's RequestRequesting the appointment of Ruth Barbosa as Constable, for a term to expire December 31, 2012.Approved  Action details Not available
192758 5192758CommunicationRequesting the appointment of Heather MacIndoe to the Women's Commission.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192759 5192759CommunicationRequesting the appointment of Marie McBride to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192939 5192939CommunicationRequesting the appointment of Roger Lau to the Human Rights Commission.Approved  Action details Not available
192938 5192938CommunicationRequesting the appointment of Andrew Lafuente to the Human Rights Commission.Approved  Action details Not available
192938 6192938CommunicationRequesting the appointment of Andrew Lafuente to the Human Rights Commission.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192929 6192929Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of a grant in the amount of $216,900 from the MWRA as part of the MWRA Infiltration/Inflow Local Financial Assistance Program.Approved  Action details Not available
192939 6192939CommunicationRequesting the appointment of Roger Lau to the Human Rights Commission.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192755 6192755Mayor's RequestRequesting approval for the DPW to pay a prior-year invoice of $131.25 from Signet, for clock/PA system maintenance.Approved  Action details Not available
192608 6192608Officer's CommunicationPlanning Board conveying its recommendation on a proposal to amend the Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Districts for Somerville Avenue from Wilson Square to the Cambridge line at Porter Square, White Street, and Elm Street from White Street to Wilson Square, and to amend the Floodplain Overlay District.Work completed  Action details Not available
192821 6192821Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of three EPA Clean Up Grants, each for $200,000 ($600,000 total), for cleanup activities at the Kiley Barrel site.Approved  Action details Not available
192828 6192828Mayor's RequestRequesting the appointment of Ruth Barbosa as Constable, for a term to expire December 31, 2012.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192820 6192820Mayor's RequestRequesting approval for the DPW to pay a prior-year invoice from FY12 appropriations of $1,100 to Coviello Electric, for traffic light repair work done in June, 2011.Approved  Action details Not available
192827 6192827Mayor's RequestRequesting the appointment of Ernest Dulin as Constable, for a term to expire December 31, 2012.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192923 6192923Mayor's RequestRequesting the appropriation of $1,336,000 and the authorization to borrow $1,336,000 in a bond as part of the MWRA Local Pipeline Assistance Program.Approved  Action details Not available
192924 6192924Mayor's RequestRequesting appropriation of $1,351,350 and authorization to borrow $1,351,350 in a bond for the cost of cleaning, lining, and replacing sewer mains and connections as part of the East Broadway Reconstruction Project.Approved  Action details Not available
192928 6192928Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of a $1,105,650 grant from the MWRA as part of the MWRA Infiltration/Inflow Local Financial Assistance Program.Approved  Action details Not available
192925 6192925Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation of $265,100 and authorization to borrow $265,100 in a bond for the engineering, design, and construction of sewer mains on Middlesex Avenue and McGrath Highway Extension.Approved  Action details Not available
192749 6192749Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation of $11,600 from the Capital Projects Stabilization Fund to replace furniture in the Aldermanic Chambers and in the Aldermen's Committee Room.Approved  Action details Not available
192826 6192826Mayor's RequestRequesting the appointment of Barbara Dulin as Constable, for a term to expire December 31, 2012.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192754 6192754Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of a $2,000 grant from the Dept. of Public Heath for the Fire Dept.'s Mass Decontamination Unit.Approved  Action details Not available
192668 6192668Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation of $75,000 from the Capital Projects Stabilization Fund for the purchase of Christmas and other seasonal decorations.Approved  Action details Not available
192605 6192605Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation of $2,178 from the Bicycle Stabilization Fund to install a bicycle corral at 79-83 Broadway.Approved  Action details Not available
190783 7190783Mayor's RequestRequesting that this Board accept this report on the update to the Comprehensive Plan and provide comments on it to SPCD staff.Placed on file  Action details Not available
192668 7192668Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation of $75,000 from the Capital Projects Stabilization Fund for the purchase of Christmas and other seasonal decorations.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192754 7192754Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of a $2,000 grant from the Dept. of Public Heath for the Fire Dept.'s Mass Decontamination Unit.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192823 7192823Mayor's RequestRequesting the acceptance of a donation from the Holiday Inn of fitness equipment and folding chairs valued at $850.Approved  Action details Not available
192819 7192819Mayor's RequestRequesting the transfer of $2,208.14 from the Salary Contingency Account to the Inspectional Services Division Other Lump Sum Payment Account, to fund an arbitration settlement.Approved  Action details Not available
192749 7192749Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation of $11,600 from the Capital Projects Stabilization Fund to replace furniture in the Aldermanic Chambers and in the Aldermen's Committee Room.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192925 7192925Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation of $265,100 and authorization to borrow $265,100 in a bond for the engineering, design, and construction of sewer mains on Middlesex Avenue and McGrath Highway Extension.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192928 7192928Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of a $1,105,650 grant from the MWRA as part of the MWRA Infiltration/Inflow Local Financial Assistance Program.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192924 7192924Mayor's RequestRequesting appropriation of $1,351,350 and authorization to borrow $1,351,350 in a bond for the cost of cleaning, lining, and replacing sewer mains and connections as part of the East Broadway Reconstruction Project.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192923 7192923Mayor's RequestRequesting the appropriation of $1,336,000 and the authorization to borrow $1,336,000 in a bond as part of the MWRA Local Pipeline Assistance Program.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192820 7192820Mayor's RequestRequesting approval for the DPW to pay a prior-year invoice from FY12 appropriations of $1,100 to Coviello Electric, for traffic light repair work done in June, 2011.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192813 7192813Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of the provisions of MGL c149 s33E, to allow city employees to take a leave of absence to serve as an organ donor.Approved  Action details Not available
192822 7192822Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of a grant from America's Promise Alliance in the amount of $2,500 to celebrate the city's designation as one of the nation's "100 Best Communities for Young People."Approved  Action details Not available
192817 7192817Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation of $54,000 from the Assembly Square Stabilization Fund for the construction a new park on Quincy St.Approved  Action details Not available
192821 7192821Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of three EPA Clean Up Grants, each for $200,000 ($600,000 total), for cleanup activities at the Kiley Barrel site.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192605 7192605Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation of $2,178 from the Bicycle Stabilization Fund to install a bicycle corral at 79-83 Broadway.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192755 7192755Mayor's RequestRequesting approval for the DPW to pay a prior-year invoice of $131.25 from Signet, for clock/PA system maintenance.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192929 7192929Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of a grant in the amount of $216,900 from the MWRA as part of the MWRA Infiltration/Inflow Local Financial Assistance Program.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192817 8192817Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation of $54,000 from the Assembly Square Stabilization Fund for the construction a new park on Quincy St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192822 8192822Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of a grant from America's Promise Alliance in the amount of $2,500 to celebrate the city's designation as one of the nation's "100 Best Communities for Young People."Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192813 8192813Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of the provisions of MGL c149 s33E, to allow city employees to take a leave of absence to serve as an organ donor.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192819 8192819Mayor's RequestRequesting the transfer of $2,208.14 from the Salary Contingency Account to the Inspectional Services Division Other Lump Sum Payment Account, to fund an arbitration settlement.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192823 8192823Mayor's RequestRequesting the acceptance of a donation from the Holiday Inn of fitness equipment and folding chairs valued at $850.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
192256 8192256Officer's CommunicationRequesting an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance amending Zoning Districts for the areas consisting of Somerville Avenue from Wilson Square to the Somerville-Cambridge line at Porter Square, White Street, and Elm Street from White Street to Wilson Square, and amending the Floodplain Overlay District.Ordinance ordained  Action details Not available
192256 9192256Officer's CommunicationRequesting an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance amending Zoning Districts for the areas consisting of Somerville Avenue from Wilson Square to the Somerville-Cambridge line at Porter Square, White Street, and Elm Street from White Street to Wilson Square, and amending the Floodplain Overlay District.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available