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25-0611
| 1 | 1.1. | Roll Call | Call of the Roll. | Placed on file | |
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25-0612
| 1 | 1.2. | Remembrances | Remembrances. | Approved | |
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25-0613
| 1 | 1.3. | Minutes | Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 27, 2025. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0606
| 1 | 2.1. | Citation | Commending the Somerville Homeless Coalition on their 40th anniversary of supporting our community. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0525
| 1 | 3.1. | Grant of Location | Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install approximately 106 feet of conduit in Bedford Street, from Utility Pole 316/1 to Utility Pole 25/1. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0526
| 1 | 3.2. | Grant of Location | Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 33 feet of conduit in Bedford Street, from Utility Pole 316/1 to point of pickup at 10 Bedford Street. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0602
| 1 | 4.1. | Order | That the Commissioner of Public Works provide an update and timeline for repairs to damaged play structures at the Capuano Early Education Center schoolyard. | Approved and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0603
| 1 | 4.2. | Order | That the Commissioner of Public Works plant natural turf in the muddy greenspace area at the Capuano Early Education Center in advance of the May 3 Family Fun Day celebration for the Capuano’s 20th anniversary. | Approved and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0604
| 1 | 4.3. | Order | That the Commissioner of Public Works install appropriate soundproofing materials in the Arthur D. Healey School cafetorium. | Approved and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0605
| 1 | 4.4. | Order | That the Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry discuss with this Council, the development of a universally accessible playground at the front lot of the John F. Kennedy School. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0519
| 1 | 4.5. | Communication | In her capacity as President, conveying this Council's updated Standing and Special Committee assignments and Commission appointments for 2025. | Placed on file | Pass |
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25-0608
| 1 | 4.6. | Communication | Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2026. | Placed on file and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0568
| 1 | 4.7. | Order | That the Director of Housing include a line item contribution to the Affordable Housing Trust’s FY 2026 ordinary maintenance budget in order to sustain its funding for affordable housing development and assistance to households facing rent or mortgage arrears. | Approved and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0569
| 1 | 4.8. | Order | That the Director of Housing Stability calculate and present a budget proposal for sufficient funding that will enable it to continue its programs of municipal flex funding, legal assistance and related housing search services for residents facing displacement and homeless families and individuals in FY 2026. | Approved and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0570
| 1 | 4.9. | Order | That the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment clarify the situation regarding the federal grant application for composting and, depending on its likely fulfillment, calculate a budget line item to insure that the small-scale pilot program can continue into FY 2026 and expand to more households. | Approved and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0586
| 1 | 4.10. | Order | That the Director of the Office of Immigrant Affairs provide this City Council with regular updates of its operations. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0587
| 1 | 4.11. | Resolution | That the Administration work with the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management and Commissioner of Public Works to accelerate maintenance schedules, invest in preventative repairs, and develop a clear contingency plan for school displacement. | Approved and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0567
| 1 | 4.12. | Communication | Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2026. | Placed on file and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0571
| 1 | 4.13. | Resolution | Calling for justice, transparency, and renewed investigative efforts into the unsolved murders of Deanna Cremin, Charline Rosemond, and other victims in Somerville. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0594
| 1 | 4.14. | Communication | Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2026. | Placed on file and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0607
| 1 | 4.15. | Communication | Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2026. | Placed on file and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0609
| 1 | 4.16. | Resolution | In support of completing the Mass Central Rail Trail. | Laid on the table | |
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25-0405
| 1 | 5.1. | Resolution | Declaring the month of March 2025 as National Social Work Month. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0221
| 1 | 5.2. | Mayor's Request | Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Henry Lima to the position of Firefighter. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0222
| 1 | 5.3. | Mayor's Request | Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Christopher Carvalho to the position of Firefighter. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0223
| 1 | 5.4. | Mayor's Request | Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Brandon Coco to the position of Firefighter. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0224
| 1 | 5.5. | Mayor's Request | Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Rory Gallivan to the position of Firefighter. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0225
| 1 | 5.6. | Mayor's Request | Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jake Hardy to the position of Firefighter. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0226
| 1 | 5.7. | Mayor's Request | Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Todd Headley to the position of Firefighter. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0227
| 1 | 5.8. | Mayor's Request | Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Gavin Tierney to the position of Firefighter. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0228
| 1 | 5.9. | Mayor's Request | Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Matthew White to the position of Firefighter. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0517
| 1 | 6.A.1. | Committee Report | Report of the Charter Review Special Committee, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on March 18, 2025. | Approved | Pass |
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24-1308
| 1 | 6.A.2. | Mayor's Communication | Conveying recommendations on Charter reform. | Work completed | |
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25-0482
| 1 | 6.A.3. | Home Rule Petition | Proposing a Home Rule Petition to establish a charter for the City of Somerville. | Approved as amended | Pass |
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25-0597
| 1 | 6.B.1. | Committee Report | Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on March 25, 2025. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0168
| 1 | 6.B.2. | Mayor's Request | Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $72.24 using available funds in the Department of Racial and Social Justice Rental Water Cooler Account for the purchase of four cases of bottled water. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0252
| 1 | 6.B.3. | Order | That the City Auditor provide in writing to this Council, the revenue generated by the short-term rental tax and an estimate of how much additional revenue would be generated if a 3% community impact fee was adopted. | Work completed | |
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25-0255
| 1 | 6.B.4. | Order | That the City Solicitor provide an assessment of whether a trust could be created for funds from a short-term rental program, half of which would be allocated for grants to local artists for beautification projects, as proposed by the Creative Displacement Task Force. | Work completed | |
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25-0285
| 1 | 6.B.5. | Mayor's Request | Requesting approval of a time-only extension for an additional two years until 12/31/2026 for the contract with Warner Larson Landscape Architects, to complete additional structural and design services at the Healey Schoolyard and Athletic Field. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0370
| 1 | 6.B.6. | Mayor's Request | Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Sections 2-322 and 2-323 of the Code of Ordinances, to update categories and associated salaries for non-union positions. | Ordinance ordained | Pass |
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25-0400
| 1 | 6.B.7. | Mayor's Request | Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $3,090 using available funds in the Parks & Recreation Department DCR-Boat House account. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0410
| 1 | 6.B.8. | Mayor's Request | Requesting approval to accept and expend a $42,000 grant with no new match required from the Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for safety equipment. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0434
| 1 | 6.B.9. | Mayor's Request | Requesting approval of a transfer of $35,000 from the Health and Human Services Professional and Technical Services Account to the Council on Aging Transportation (Non-School) Account for the Senior Taxi Transportation program. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0456
| 1 | 6.B.10. | Mayor's Request | Requesting the appropriation of $160,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Department of Public Works Repairs to Buildings Account for fabrication and installation of courts at Founders Rink. | Referred for recommendation | |
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25-0470
| 1 | 6.B.11. | Mayor's Request | Requesting the appropriation of $922,609 from the Salary Contingency account to various departmental Salaries Accounts to fund an update to the non-union salary ordinance. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0564
| 1 | 6.C.1. | Committee Report | Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting in Joint Session with the Planning Board on March 20, 2025. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0521
| 1 | 6.D.1. | Committee Report | Report of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on March 19, 2025. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0086
| 1 | 6.D.2. | Order | That the Director of Mobility update the Ward 1 City Councilor on the status of the Kensington Connector. | Work completed | |
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25-0132
| 1 | 6.D.3. | Order | That the Director of SomerViva update the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety on efforts to address immigrant rights. | Work completed | |
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25-0595
| 1 | 6.E.1. | Committee Report | Report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on March 24, 2025. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0038
| 1 | 6.E.2. | Order | That the Chief of Police, the Director of Parking and the Director of Mobility discuss the previous and ongoing strategy for implementation and public education of drivers violating the NO LEFT TURN signage at the Somerville High School exit on Highland Avenue and Vinal Avenue. | Work completed | |
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25-0139
| 1 | 6.E.3. | Order | That the Director of Parking place NO IDLING signs on New Washington Street, behind the Cobble Hill complex, to discourage large truck idling by the senior homes. | Work completed | |
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25-0231
| 1 | 6.E.4. | Order | That the Director of Mobility prioritize North Street for speed humps and other traffic calming measures. | Work completed | |
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25-0351
| 1 | 6.E.5. | Order | That the Director of Mobility design measures to improve pedestrian safety at the intersection of Columbus Avenue and Prospect Hill Parkway. | Work completed | |
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25-0352
| 1 | 6.E.6. | Order | That the Director of Mobility design measures to improve pedestrian safety at Summer Street and Porter Street. | Work completed | |
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25-0362
| 1 | 6.E.7. | Officer's Communication | Director of Parking responding to item #25-0084 regarding the Citywide Parking and Curb Use Study. | Work completed | |
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25-0394
| 1 | 6.E.8. | Order | That the Director of Mobility and Director of Engineering discuss with this Council the effectiveness of speed cushions as a traffic calming measure and potential applications on key Fire Department response routes. | Work completed | |
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25-0461
| 1 | 6.E.9. | Order | That the Director of Engineering and Director of Mobility install a traffic signal light at the end of Woods Avenue and Alewife Brook Parkway. | Work completed | |
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25-0471
| 1 | 6.E.10. | Order | That the Chief of Police prioritize Otis Street for traffic enforcement during school drop off and pick up times. | Work completed | |
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25-0472
| 1 | 6.E.11. | Order | That the Director of Parking update the Ward 1 City Councilor on the recently installed signs prohibiting parking during snow emergencies on Otis Street. | Work completed | |
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25-0478
| 1 | 6.E.12. | Order | That the Commissioner of Public Works install two safety bollards on the sidewalk at the intersection of Medford Street and Broadway. | Work completed | |
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25-0479
| 1 | 6.E.13. | Order | That the Chief of Police increase traffic enforcement at the intersection of Broadway and Medford Street. | Work completed | |
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25-0480
| 1 | 6.E.14. | Order | That the Director of Engineering and the Director of Mobility shorten the cycle time of the traffic light at the intersection of Medford Street and Lowell Street. | Work completed | |
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25-0490
| 1 | 6.E.15. | Order | That the Director of Engineering provide an update on the construction of the Lowell Street crosswalk facing the Magoun Square Green Line station. | Work completed | |
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25-0511
| 1 | 6.E.16. | Order | That the Director of Mobility install speed humps on Elmwood Street. | Work completed | |
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25-0566
| 1 | 7.1. | Mayor's Request | Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Chapter 12, Article VI of the Code of Ordinances to modify the Tree Preservation Ordinance. | Referred for recommendation | |
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25-0457
| 1 | 7.2. | Mayor's Request | Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Articles 2-5 and 10 of the Zoning Ordinance to remove conflicts with the State Building Code. | Referred for recommendation | |
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25-0590
| 1 | 7.3. | Mayor's Request | Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Article 2 of the Zoning Ordinance to allow the Building Official to waive certain dimensional standards for means of egress. | Referred for recommendation | |
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25-0601
| 1 | 7.4. | Mayor's Request | Requesting authorization to borrow $9,750,000 in a bond, and to appropriate the same amount for a portion of the costs associated with the development of the Clarendon Hill Phase II Housing Project. | Referred for recommendation | |
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25-0542
| 1 | 7.5. | Mayor's Request | Requesting approval to appropriate $76,787.19 from the Medicinal Marijuana Stabilization Fund for the salary and fringe of the Prevention Services Coordinator for FY 2026. | Referred for recommendation | |
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25-0415
| 1 | 7.6. | Mayor's Request | Requesting the approval of a time-only contract extension for three years for the Somerville Hispanic Association for Community Development for restoration of 59 Cross Street. | Referred for recommendation | |
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25-0280
| 1 | 7.7. | Mayor's Request | Requesting approval to accept and expend a $25,600 grant that requires an in-kind match which is a portion of the Director's salary, to the Office of Emergency Management for emergency management and Fire Department supplies. | Referred for recommendation | |
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25-0531
| 1 | 7.8. | Mayor's Request | Requesting approval to accept and expend a $3,000 grant with no new match required, from Somerville Cambridge Elder Services to the Council on Aging for senior transportation services. | Referred for recommendation | |
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25-0585
| 1 | 7.9. | Mayor's Request | Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $2,282.76 using available funds in the Police Department Public Safety Supply Account for bicycles, parts, and accessories. | Referred for recommendation | |
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25-0579
| 1 | 7.10. | Mayor's Request | Requesting approval to pay prior year invoice totaling $1,200 using available funds in the Human Resources Professional and Technical Services Account for arbitration services. | Referred for recommendation | |
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25-0414
| 1 | 7.11. | Mayor's Request | Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $787.50 using available funds in the Parks and Recreation Department Recreation Supplies Account for ray catchers. | Referred for recommendation | |
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25-0493
| 1 | 7.12. | Mayor's Request | Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $276.94 using available funds in the Parks and Recreation Department Kennedy Pool Account for paint supplies. | Referred for recommendation | |
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25-0572
| 1 | 7.13. | Mayor's Request | Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Eric Saulnier to the position of Fire Captain. | Referred for recommendation | |
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25-0573
| 1 | 7.14. | Mayor's Request | Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Mark Wall to the position of Fire Lieutenant. | Referred for recommendation | |
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25-0574
| 1 | 7.15. | Mayor's Request | Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Patrick Barry to the position of Fire Lieutenant. | Referred for recommendation | |
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25-0575
| 1 | 7.16. | Mayor's Request | Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Joseph Laudano to the position of Fire Lieutenant. | Referred for recommendation | |
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25-0577
| 1 | 7.17. | Mayor's Request | Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Troy Saulnier to the position of Fire Lieutenant. | Referred for recommendation | |
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25-0578
| 1 | 7.18. | Mayor's Request | Requesting confirmation of the promotion of Eric Collins to the position of Fire Lieutenant. | Referred for recommendation | |
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25-0418
| 1 | 7.19. | Mayor's Request | Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Alba Solis to the Affordable Housing Trust. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0599
| 1 | 7.20. | Mayor's Request | Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Luca Choly to the Urban Forestry Committee. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0600
| 1 | 7.21. | Mayor's Request | Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Joelle Renstrom to the Urban Forestry Committee. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0045
| 1 | 7.22. | Withdrawn | Withdrawn. | Withdrawn | |
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25-0584
| 1 | 7.23. | Withdrawn | Withdrawn. | Withdrawn | |
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25-0588
| 1 | 7.24. | Withdrawn | Withdrawn. | Withdrawn | |
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25-0520
| 1 | 8.1. | Officer's Communication | City Solicitor conveying an amendment to the Law Department’s response to Laura Ortiz’s Open Meeting Law Complaint of January 11, 2025. | Placed on file | Pass |
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25-0610
| 1 | 8.2. | Officer's Communication | City Solicitor conveying a requested legal opinion regarding a ballot initiative. | Placed on file | Pass |
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25-0589
| 1 | 8.3. | Officer's Communication | Finance Director responding to item #25-0252, an Order requesting information on the short-term rental tax. | Placed on file | Pass |
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25-0583
| 1 | 8.4. | Officer's Communication | Executive Director of Office of Strategic Planning & Community Development conveying Disparity Study findings and recommendations. | Placed on file | Pass |
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25-0516
| 1 | 8.5. | Officer's Communication | Planning Board conveying recommendations for item #24-1584. | Placed on file and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0527
| 1 | 9.1. | License | Renewing Billiards and Bowling License, Diesel Cafe, 257 Elm St. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0528
| 1 | 9.2. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, A.P. Flowers & Son LLC. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0529
| 1 | 9.3. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, Bassco Excavating. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0530
| 1 | 9.4. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, Borges Sewer & Drain LLC. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0532
| 1 | 9.5. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, C Naughton Corp. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0533
| 1 | 9.6. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, Cavalieri Construction Co., Inc. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0534
| 1 | 9.7. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, Charles Contracting Co. Inc. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0535
| 1 | 9.8. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, C.M. Conway Construction Inc. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0536
| 1 | 9.9. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, D. Muzzioli Associates Inc. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0537
| 1 | 9.10. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, D&R General Contracting. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0538
| 1 | 9.11. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, Galway Excavation LLC. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0539
| 1 | 9.12. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, Garrett Construction Co Inc. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0540
| 1 | 9.13. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, Hunter Environmental Winter Storm Services. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0541
| 1 | 9.14. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, James W. Flett Co., Inc. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0543
| 1 | 9.15. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, JNJ Sacca Inc. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0544
| 1 | 9.16. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, JRG Masonry & Construction Inc. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0545
| 1 | 9.17. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, N&M Excavating. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0546
| 1 | 9.18. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, NCCL Enterprises. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0547
| 1 | 9.19. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, P. Gioioso & Sons Inc. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0548
| 1 | 9.20. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, TID Trenchless LLC. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0549
| 1 | 9.21. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, United Civil Inc. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0550
| 1 | 9.22. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, Your Space Landscape and Const. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0551
| 1 | 9.23. | License | Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Chow N Joy, 626 Somerville Ave. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0552
| 1 | 9.24. | License | Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Dumpling Kitchen, 215 Highland Ave. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0554
| 1 | 9.25. | License | Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Dunkin', 504 Broadway. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0553
| 1 | 9.26. | License | Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Dunkin Donuts, 282 Somerville Ave. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0555
| 1 | 9.27. | License | Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Eat Greek Gyros, 215 Elm St. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0556
| 1 | 9.28. | License | Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Lemon Thai Cuisine, 215 Highland Ave. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0557
| 1 | 9.29. | License | Renewing Flammables License, Mobile Mart Plus Inc., 379 Alewife Brook Parkway. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0558
| 1 | 9.30. | License | Renewing Garage License, Aris Auto Inc, 3 Craigie Street. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0559
| 1 | 9.31. | License | Renewing Garage License, BRE-BMR Assembly Innovation I LLC, 122 Assembly Park Drive. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0560
| 1 | 9.32. | License | Renewing Garage License, DM Auto Services Inc, 45 Webster Ave. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0561
| 1 | 9.33. | License | Renewing Garage License, Good Gas Somerville, 343 Medford Street. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0562
| 1 | 9.34. | License | Renewing Garage License, Sullivan Tire, 263 Beacon St. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0563
| 1 | 9.35. | License | Renewing Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Four Wheels Auto, 83 Albion St. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0576
| 1 | 9.36. | Public Communication | 34 registered voters submitting a petition for a ballot question to end city business and prohibit future investments and contracts with companies engaging in business with Israel. | Placed on file | Pass |
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25-0580
| 1 | 9.37. | Public Communication | M. Michael Shaps submitting comments re: item #25-0474, condemning attacks on disability rights. | Placed on file | Pass |
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25-0581
| 1 | 9.38. | Public Communication | Tobias Nethercott submitting comments re: sanctuary cities for the LGBTQ+ community. | Placed on file | Pass |
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25-0582
| 1 | 9.39. | Public Communication | Sara Jay submitting comments re: ceasefire. | Placed on file | Pass |
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25-0642
| 1 | 10.1. | Order | That the Director of Parks and Recreation and the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on the continued closure of Ginny Smithers Sanders Pool and address the lack of communication with users of the pool. | Approved and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0640
| 1 | 10.2. | Communication | Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2026. | Placed on file and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0641
| 1 | 10.3. | Resolution | Supporting permanent daylight saving time. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0644
| 1 | 10.4. | Communication | Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2026. | Placed on file and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0645
| 1 | 10.5. | Communication | In his capacity as Chair of the Finance Committee, conveying information on the FY 2026 budget review process. | Placed on file | Pass |
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25-0643
| 1 | 10.6. | Communication | Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2026. | Placed on file and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0646
| 1 | 10.7. | Order | That the Chief of Police convey all outstanding reports as required by Section 2-6 (g) of the Code of Ordinances. | Approved and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0647
| 1 | 10.8. | Order | That the Director of Mobility speak with this Council regarding the Safe Streets Ordinance 2025 annual report. | Approved and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0648
| 1 | 10.9. | Order | That the Director of Racial and Social Justice (RSJ) address with this Council the hostile actions taken against the Commission for Persons with Disabilities at their March 18, 2025 meeting and discuss what steps can be taken to enhance the autonomy of the Commission, including moving it from the purview of the RSJ Department. | Approved and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0649
| 1 | 10.10. | Order | That the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs coordinate with departments to assess which federal grants are likely to not be available in FY 2026 and discuss with this Council the potential impact on programs and services. | Approved and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0650
| 1 | 10.11. | Communication | Conveying budget priorities and requests for FY 2026. | Placed on file and sent for discussion | Pass |
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25-0618
| 1 | 10.12. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, J. Marchese and Sons Inc. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0617
| 1 | 10.13. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, J.J. Phelan & Son Co., Inc. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0619
| 1 | 10.14. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, McCourt Construction. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0620
| 1 | 10.15. | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, TRI Construction Co., Inc. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0621
| 1 | 10.16. | License | Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Domino's Pizza, 201 Elm St. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0622
| 1 | 10.17. | License | Renewing Flammables License, Evocative, 50 Inner Belt Rd. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0623
| 1 | 10.18. | License | Renewing Flammables License, Teele Square Auto, 1284 Broadway. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0624
| 1 | 10.19. | License | Renewing Garage License, Assembly Row 5B, LLC, 455 Grand Union Blvd. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0625
| 1 | 10.20. | License | Renewing Garage License, Auto Plus, 229 Lowell St. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0626
| 1 | 10.21. | License | Renewing Garage License, Building 2 Owner LLC, 808 Windsor St. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0628
| 1 | 10.22. | License | Renewing Garage License, Federal Realty Investment Trust, 355 Artisan Way. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0629
| 1 | 10.23. | License | Renewing Garage License, Federal Realty Investment Trust, 479 Canal Street. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0627
| 1 | 10.24. | License | Renewing Garage License, Federal Realty Investment Trust, 333 Great River Rd. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0630
| 1 | 10.25. | License | Renewing Garage License, Green Automotive Inc., 600 Windsor Place. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0631
| 1 | 10.26. | License | Renewing Garage License, Mercedes Benz of Boston Commercial Vans, 161 Linwood Street. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0632
| 1 | 10.27. | License | Renewing Garage License, SRI Assembly Row B8, LLC, 485 Foley Street. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0633
| 1 | 10.28. | License | Renewing Outdoor Parking License, Day/Dover Parking LLC, 55 Day Street. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0634
| 1 | 10.29. | License | Renewing Second Hand Dealer License, Kay Jewelers Outlet #2962, 360 Artisan Way. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0635
| 1 | 10.30. | License | Renewing Second Hand Dealer License, Metamorphosis, 93 Holland Street. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0636
| 1 | 10.31. | License | New Sign/Awning License, Bellas Manitas, 105 Broadway, 1 Sign. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0637
| 1 | 10.32. | License | New Sign/Awning License, Pound House Coffee, 703 Broadway, 1 Sign. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0638
| 1 | 10.33. | Public Event | St Benedict Parish applying for a Public Event License for Easter Vigil on April 19 from 7:30pm to 8:30pm. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0639
| 1 | 10.34. | Public Event | Independent Film Society of Boston, Inc. applying for a Public Event License for Independent Film Festival Boston on April 23-28 from 12pm to 12am. | Approved | Pass |
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25-0614
| 1 | 10.35. | Public Communication | Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Committee submitting comments re: snow clearing. | Placed on file | Pass |
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25-0615
| 1 | 10.36. | Public Communication | 321 individuals submitting comments re: Founders Memorial Skating Rink. | Placed on file | Pass |
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25-0616
| 1 | 10.37. | Public Communication | Brad Bortner submitting comments re: item #25-0576, petition for a ballot question. | Placed on file | Pass |
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