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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 3/24/2022 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: City Council Chamber and Remote Participation
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213407 1213407Public CommunicationHarvard University conveying its Spring 2022 Accountability Report.Placed on file  Action details Not available
213338 1213338Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install 30 feet of conduit in Fountain Avenue, from Utility Pole 130/4 to a point of pickup at 22-24 Fountain Avenue.Approved  Action details Not available
213339 1213339Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install 19 feet of conduit in Day Street, from Manhole 12884 to a point of pickup at the rear of 278 Elm Street.Approved  Action details Not available
213340 1213340Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install 23 feet of conduit in the intersection of Somerville Avenue and Washington Street, from Manhole 8860 to a point of pickup at 71 Union Square.Approved  Action details Not available
213405 1213405LicenseNew Drainlayer's License, EM Lofgren Corporation, Inc.Approved  Action details Not available
213406 1213406LicenseTransferring Taxi Medallion License, Medallion #57 from Cinema Taxi Inc to Michael Garvey.Approved  Action details Not available
213363 1213363CommunicationConveying a report on the March 21, 2022 meeting of the High School Building Committee.Placed on file  Action details Not available
213379 1213379Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on March 15, 2022.Approved  Action details Not available
213380 1213380Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on March 14, 2022.Approved  Action details Not available
213377 1213377Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Equity, Gender, Seniors, Families and Vulnerable Populations, meeting on March 15, 2022.Approved  Action details Not available
213378 1213378Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Finance Matters, meeting on March 22, 2022.Approved  Action details Not available
213376 1213376CommunicationIn his capacity as Chair of the Finance Committee, conveying the process for the Finance Committee of the Whole meeting on Wednesday, March 30, 2022 to determine consensus on FY 2023 budget priorities.Placed on file  Action details Not available
213334 1213334Roll CallCall of the Roll.Placed on file  Action details Not available
213335 1213335RemembrancesRemembrances.Approved  Action details Not available
213336 1213336MinutesApproval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, February 24, 2022.Approved  Action details Not available
213404 1213404Public EventPublic Event License, Dancing in the Dark, Munroe Street from Prospect Hill Ave to Greenville St and Prospect Hill Park, Apr 1, 4PM-8:30PM (raindate Apr 2).Approved  Action details Not available
213431 1213431LicenseAmending Dog Kennel License, Elliots House Pet Care and More, 230 Somerville Ave, adding overnight boarding for 10 dogs.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
213429 1213429OrdinanceRequiring mid-year fiscal reports provided to this Council.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
213433 2213433ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget include meaningful investment toward the establishment of a community center.Approved  Action details Not available
213434 2213434ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget include creation of a new position focused on policy advocacy for seniors.Approved  Action details Not available
213435 2213435ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget include funds for the Arts Council for an RFP to create community organizing capacity for artists.Approved  Action details Not available
213436 2213436ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget include a new staff position dedicated to identifying and purchasing land for publicly-owned Open Space creation.Approved  Action details Not available
213437 2213437OrderThat the Director of Human Resources appear before this Council to discuss opting into Massachusetts's Paid Family Medical Leave Act.Approved  Action details Not available
213432 2213432OrderPursuant to Section 2-121 of the Code of Ordinances, this Council authorizes and requires the employment of other counsel for an opinion on the ability of this Council to exercise the provisions of Ordinance 2-121, relative to utilizing outside counsel.Approved  Action details Not available
213416 2213416ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate increased funding for the street paving program.Approved  Action details Not available
213417 2213417ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate increased funding for upgrading and streamlining internal purchasing, contracting and vendor payment systems.Approved  Action details Not available
213418 2213418ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate increased funding for hiring additional inspectors in the Inspectional Services Department.Approved  Action details Not available
213419 2213419ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate increased funding for hiring additional planners in the Mobility Division.Approved  Action details Not available
213420 2213420ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funding to create a Section 8 incentive program.Approved  Action details Not available
213421 2213421ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate increased funding for quick build traffic calming measures.Approved  Action details Not available
213422 2213422ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate increased funding for the redesign of the city’s website.Approved  Action details Not available
213423 2213423ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate increased funding for the creation of a Mental Health Unit within the Health and Human Services Department.Approved  Action details Not available
213424 2213424ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funding for a young adult apprenticeship program.Approved  Action details Not available
213425 2213425ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate increased funding for a community center.Approved  Action details Not available
213426 2213426ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate increased funding for a citywide youth program.Approved  Action details Not available
213428 2213428ResolutionThat the Administration establish a working group with this Council and various stakeholders to create recommendations for the developer provided community center(s) in Union Square and Boynton Yards.Approved  Action details Not available
213408 2213408ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funding for hiring additional staff in the Planning Department.Approved  Action details Not available
213415 2213415ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funding for the Human Resources Department to transition to digital systems.Approved  Action details Not available
213409 2213409ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funding for a consultant for the Commission for Women in anticipation of hiring an Executive Director.Approved  Action details Not available
213410 2213410ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funding for job fairs for vulnerable and marginalized community members, to fill vacant municipal positions.Approved  Action details Not available
213411 2213411ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate additional funding for crossing guards in the Parking Department.Approved  Action details Not available
213412 2213412ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funding for an interdepartmental role to report on contracted work that could be performed by municipal employees.Approved  Action details Not available
213413 2213413ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate additional funding for the installation of audible crosswalks.Approved  Action details Not available
213414 2213414ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate additional funding for the repair of potholes and damaged sidewalks.Approved  Action details Not available
213427 2213427OrderThat the Department of Public Works and the Department of Human Resources provide a report on current open positions and a comparison of wages to neighboring communities and the private sector.Approved  Action details Not available
213404 2213404Public EventPublic Event License, Dancing in the Dark, Munroe Street from Prospect Hill Ave to Greenville St and Prospect Hill Park, Apr 1, 4PM-8:30PM (raindate Apr 2).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
213397 2213397Mayor's RequestRequesting to appear before this Council with an American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) progress update.Placed on file  Action details Not available
213344 2213344OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works, the Director of Procurement and Contracting Services and the Director of Mobility provide this Council with the 90-day Implementation Report relative to the Ordinance to Safeguard Vulnerable Road Users.Approved  Action details Not available
213347 2213347ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funding for the construction of the West Somerville Neighborhood School yard.Approved  Action details Not available
213348 2213348ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funding for a newcomer center.Approved  Action details Not available
213371 2213371OrderThat the Director of Mobility update this Council on plans to install a contraflow bike lane on White Street.Approved  Action details Not available
213369 2213369OrderThat the Chief of Police enforce MGL c.90 sec. 6, prohibiting license plate covers on motor vehicles.Approved  Action details Not available
213349 2213349ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funding to address sidewalk and crosswalk safety hazards in Davis Square.Approved  Action details Not available
213350 2213350ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funding for a public process for a re-engineering of Elm Street, in Davis Square.Approved  Action details Not available
213351 2213351ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funding for a public process to create a four-season public market hall at the Day and Herbert Streets parking lot.Approved  Action details Not available
213352 2213352ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funding for a public process regarding the development of 45 College Avenue.Approved  Action details Not available
213353 2213353ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate increased funding for new social workers and other mental health professionals to respond to mental health and substance use emergencies.Approved  Action details Not available
213354 2213354ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate increased funding to support community organizations providing housing, mental health, and substance abuse services.Approved  Action details Not available
213355 2213355ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funding to create at least two engagement centers to provide basic facilities and services for unhoused people.Approved  Action details Not available
213356 2213356ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate increased funding to acquire and create new affordable housing.Approved  Action details Not available
213357 2213357ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funding for a fare-free bus pilot.Approved  Action details Not available
213358 2213358ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate increased funding for Parks and Recreation programs.Approved  Action details Not available
213359 2213359ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate increased funding for quick build and permanent improvements consistent with the Vision Zero Action Plan.Approved  Action details Not available
213360 2213360ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funding for snow clearing along pedestrian routes to and from schools and squares.Approved  Action details Not available
213361 2213361ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funding for additional inspector positions within the Inspectional Services Department.Approved  Action details Not available
213362 2213362ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate additional funding to increase City Council committee support staffing.Approved  Action details Not available
213364 2213364ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget establish a multi-lingual Employment Connection Center.Approved  Action details Not available
213365 2213365ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget establish a fund to secure hotel rooms for unsheltered people in adverse and seasonally severe weather.Approved  Action details Not available
213366 2213366ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funds for transitional living community resources and expanded shelter access for unhoused people.Approved  Action details Not available
213367 2213367ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funds to build a public dashboard for staffing demographics.Approved  Action details Not available
213368 2213368ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget establish a mobile COVID-19 vaccine and testing clinic.Approved  Action details Not available
213372 2213372ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funding for a new site selection study for a Public Safety Building.Approved  Action details Not available
213373 2213373ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget increase funding for permanent traffic calming measures.Approved  Action details Not available
213374 2213374ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget increase funding for traffic calming signage.Approved  Action details Not available
213375 2213375ResolutionThat the FY 2023 budget allocate funding for a study of the condition of all Fire Department facilities.Approved  Action details Not available
213406 2213406LicenseTransferring Taxi Medallion License, Medallion #57 from Cinema Taxi Inc to Michael Garvey.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
213337 2213337CitationCommending Ann Cassesso, on the auspicious occasion of her retirement after 52 years of dedicated service to the City in the Somerville Public Libraries.Approved  Action details Not available
213342 2213342OrderThat the appropriate departments work with this Council to draft an Ordinance regarding the commercial use of hazardous industrial materials in retrofitted older buildings.Approved  Action details Not available
213405 2213405LicenseNew Drainlayer's License, EM Lofgren Corporation, Inc.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
213340 2213340Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install 23 feet of conduit in the intersection of Somerville Avenue and Washington Street, from Manhole 8860 to a point of pickup at 71 Union Square.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
213339 2213339Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install 19 feet of conduit in Day Street, from Manhole 12884 to a point of pickup at the rear of 278 Elm Street.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
213338 2213338Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install 30 feet of conduit in Fountain Avenue, from Utility Pole 130/4 to a point of pickup at 22-24 Fountain Avenue.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
213401 2213401CommunicationDPW Commissioner conveying a memo responding to Items #213114, #213115, #213135, #213136, #213137, #213138, #213139, and #213226.Placed on file  Action details Not available
213242 2213242Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install a total of 324 feet of conduit in Hawkins Street at the intersection of Somerville Avenue and Hawkins Street.Approved  Action details Not available
213242 3213242Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install a total of 324 feet of conduit in Hawkins Street at the intersection of Somerville Avenue and Hawkins Street.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
213402 3213402CommunicationDPW Commissioner responding to Items #213246, #213283, and #213284.Placed on file  Action details Not available
213398 3213398OrdinanceAssistant City Solicitor submitting an Ordinance Concerning Deceptive Advertising Practices of Limited Services Pregnancy Centers and amending Section 1-11(b) of the Code of Ordinances.Ordinance ordained  Action details Not available
213099 3213099Public CommunicationResidents submitting comments re: establishment of a special subcommittee to focus on the issues and concerns of older adults.Work completed  Action details Not available
213250 3213250OrdinanceRequiring disclaimers or signs for Unlicensed Pregnancy Centers.Work completed  Action details Not available
213388 3213388CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Richard Lavey III to the position of Police Officer.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
213389 3213389CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Kyle Lentini to the position of Police Officer.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
213390 3213390CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Tenzing Kartso to the position of Police Officer.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
213391 3213391CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Patrick Barton to the position of Police Officer.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
213392 3213392CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Jonathan Martins to the position of Police Officer.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
213393 3213393CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of William Ruocco to the position of Police Officer.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
213394 3213394CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Charles LoBrutto to the position of Police Officer.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
213395 3213395CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Gianna Ferrara to the position of Police Officer.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
213396 3213396CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Keighla McAloney to the position of Police Officer.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
213381 3213381OrdinanceRequesting approval of proposed amendments to modernize the Biotechnology Ordinance.Ordinance ordained  Action details Not available
213399 3213399Officer's CommunicationExecutive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development requesting to review the proposed First Universalist Church Local Historic District (LHD) at 125 Highland Avenue.Placed on file  Action details Not available
213400 3213400Officer's CommunicationDirector of the Office of Sustainability and Environment conveying an update on the Community Choice Electricity program.Placed on file  Action details Not available
213382 4213382OrdinanceRequesting approval of an amendment to Ordinance 1-11 to establish the enforcing personnel for violations of the Condominium Conversion Ordinance.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
213381 4213381OrdinanceRequesting approval of proposed amendments to modernize the Biotechnology Ordinance.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
213403 4213403Officer's CommunicationPlanning Board submitting recommendations for Zoning Ordinance amendments, Items #212916, #213008, and #212871.Placed on file  Action details Not available
213113 4213113OrderThat the Chief of Police and the Director of Racial and Social Justice report on the city’s policy for traffic stops for undocumented immigrants.Work completed  Action details Not available
213142 4213142OrderThat this Council discuss the barriers to accessing mental health care and the services provided by local community mental health agencies.Work completed  Action details Not available
213387 4213387Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of, and approval to expend, an $84,802 grant with no new match required, from the MA Department of Energy Resources to the Office of Sustainability and Environment for four energy conservation projects in city-owned buildings.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
212832 4212832ResolutionThat the Board of Health host a public hearing on the implementation of the order requiring COVID-19 vaccination for indoor entertainment, recreation, dining, and fitness settings in the City of Somerville.Work completed  Action details Not available
212952 4212952ResolutionThat the Administration create a plan for accessibility of virtual public meetings during the 2022 COVID pandemic surge to address how those without internet access may participate.Work completed  Action details Not available
212967 4212967OrderThat the Director of Communications report on measures that could be taken to provide more equitable and consistent access to online public meetings.Work completed  Action details Not available
212974 4212974OrderThat the Director of Health and Human Services update this Council on previous efforts to verify and certify employee vaccination status in Somerville businesses.Work completed  Action details Not available
212975 4212975OrderThat the Director of Health and Human Services provide an update on acquiring and distributing 200,000 KF94 or KN95 masks to residents.Work completed  Action details Not available
212976 4212976OrderThat the Director of Health and Human Services provide a plan for all residents to receive at-home COVID tests and increase the number of appointments for PCR tests.Work completed  Action details Not available
212977 4212977OrderThat the Director of Health and Human Services provide an update on contact tracing efforts.Work completed  Action details Not available
212978 4212978OrderThat the Director of Health and Human Services provide an update on how to report positive results of at-home COVID-19 tests.Work completed  Action details Not available
213398 4213398OrdinanceAssistant City Solicitor submitting an Ordinance Concerning Deceptive Advertising Practices of Limited Services Pregnancy Centers and amending Section 1-11(b) of the Code of Ordinances.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
213386 4213386Mayor's RequestRequesting approval to pay a prior year invoice totaling $625 using available funds in the Human Resources Department Professional & Technical Services Account for professional services received in June 2020.Approved  Action details Not available
213068 4213068OrderThat the Director of the Council on Aging discuss a plan to allow seniors to be bussed to city events, including on evenings and weekends.Work completed  Action details Not available
213069 4213069OrderThat the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development and the Director of Health and Human Services discuss a re-assessment to determine if Somerville is in compliance with its 2018 designation as an AARP Age-Friendly Community.Work completed  Action details Not available
213061 4213061OrderThat the Director of Health and Human Services discuss an updated long-term plan for aging in place for residents 65 and over.Work completed  Action details Not available
213285 4213285OrderThat the Director of Racial and Social Justice and the Director of Communications update this Council on the strategy to address digital equity in our city.Work completed  Action details Not available
213383 4213383Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of a Preservation Restriction for 83 Belmont Street.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
213384 5213384Mayor's RequestRequesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $5,060 using available funds in the Parks and Recreation Retained Earnings Account for Lincoln Park Irrigation Repair costs.Approved  Action details Not available
213022 5213022OrderThat the Chief of Police provide this Council’s Committee on Finance with the full language of the crossing guards’ contract and also provide the number of crossing guard hours filled by SPD personnel.Work completed  Action details Not available
213386 5213386Mayor's RequestRequesting approval to pay a prior year invoice totaling $625 using available funds in the Human Resources Department Professional & Technical Services Account for professional services received in June 2020.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
213385 5213385Mayor's RequestRequesting approval to pay a prior year invoice totaling $2,250 using available funds in the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development Ordinary Maintenance account for Lincoln Park acoustical consulting.Approved  Action details Not available
213342 5213342OrderThat the appropriate departments work with this Council to draft an Ordinance regarding the commercial use of hazardous industrial materials in retrofitted older buildings.Kept in committee  Action details Not available
212822 5212822OrderThat the Administration re-submit its proposed amendments to modernize the city's biotechnology ordinance.Work completed  Action details Not available
212804 5212804OrderThat the Administration re-submit its request for approval of a Home Rule Petition to authorize the continued employment of Acting Somerville Police Chief Charles Femino.Work completed  Action details Not available
212825 5212825OrderThat the Administration re-submit the updated 2021 Surveillance Technology Annual Report.Work completed  Action details Not available
212995 5212995Mayor's RequestRequesting approval of a Home Rule Petition to authorize the continued employment of Acting Somerville Police Chief Charles Femino.Approved  Action details Not available
212995 6212995Mayor's RequestRequesting approval of a Home Rule Petition to authorize the continued employment of Acting Somerville Police Chief Charles Femino.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
213008 6213008Officer's CommunicationMichael E. Olson requesting the adoption of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance Map to change the zoning district of 125 Lowell Street from NR to UR.Ordinance ordained  Action details Not available
212847 6212847OrderThat the Administration comply with Order #206164, relative to the employment of other counsel.Work completed  Action details Not available
212996 6212996OrdinanceRequesting approval of an amendment to Ordinance 1-11 to establish the enforcing personnel for violations of the tree ordinance.Ordinance ordained  Action details Not available
213319 6213319Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of, and approval to expend, a $6,810 grant with no new match required, from the National Environmental Health Association-U.S. Food and Drug Administration Retail Flexible Funding Model Grant Program to the Inspectional Services Department for inspection team training.Approved  Action details Not available
213385 6213385Mayor's RequestRequesting approval to pay a prior year invoice totaling $2,250 using available funds in the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development Ordinary Maintenance account for Lincoln Park acoustical consulting.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
213320 6213320Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of, and approval to expend, a $5,000 grant with no new match required, from the National Environmental Health Association-U.S. Food and Drug Administration Retail Flexible Funding Model Grant Program to the Inspectional Services Department for an FDA self assessment.Approved  Action details Not available
213384 6213384Mayor's RequestRequesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $5,060 using available funds in the Parks and Recreation Retained Earnings Account for Lincoln Park Irrigation Repair costs.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
212916 6212916Officer's CommunicationBroadway Somerville Apartments, LLC requesting the adoption of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance Map to change the zoning district of 383 Broadway from UR to MR5.Ordinance ordained  Action details Not available
212916 7212916Officer's CommunicationBroadway Somerville Apartments, LLC requesting the adoption of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance Map to change the zoning district of 383 Broadway from UR to MR5.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
213320 7213320Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of, and approval to expend, a $5,000 grant with no new match required, from the National Environmental Health Association-U.S. Food and Drug Administration Retail Flexible Funding Model Grant Program to the Inspectional Services Department for an FDA self assessment.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
213319 7213319Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of, and approval to expend, a $6,810 grant with no new match required, from the National Environmental Health Association-U.S. Food and Drug Administration Retail Flexible Funding Model Grant Program to the Inspectional Services Department for inspection team training.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
212996 7212996OrdinanceRequesting approval of an amendment to Ordinance 1-11 to establish the enforcing personnel for violations of the tree ordinance.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
212850 7212850OrderThat the Administration update this Council on the status of the Police Staffing Study which was included in the FY2022 budget and estimated to take 2-4 months.Work completed  Action details Not available
213008 7213008Officer's CommunicationMichael E. Olson requesting the adoption of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance Map to change the zoning district of 125 Lowell Street from NR to UR.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
213016 7213016Mayor's CommunicationConveying a request for City Council input on priorities for the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget.Work completed  Action details Not available
212846 8212846OrdinanceProposing an ordinance relative to a mid-fiscal year report of municipal finances, with next-fiscal year budget projections.Placed on file  Action details Not available