Details Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final Meeting date/time: 2/18/2014 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final   Meeting location: City Council Chamber-City Hall-93 Highland Avenue City Hall Published agenda: Agenda Published minutes: Minutes   Meeting video: Video   Attachments: Meeting Items (164) 164 records Group Clear sorting Clear grouping Group by Type Group by Result Export Export to Excel Export to PDF Export to Word Show: Legislation only Legislation only All agenda items File # Ver. Agenda # Type Title Action Result Action Details Video 196194 1 196194 Roll Call Call of the Roll. Placed on file   Action details Not available 196195 1 196195 Minutes Approval of the Minutes of the Organizational Meeting, January 6, 2014, and the Regular Meeting, January 9, 2014. Approved   Action details Not available 196267 1 196267 Officer's Communication City Clerk requesting approval of his Public Official's Bond. Approved   Action details Not available 196266 1 196266 Officer's Communication City Treasurer requesting approval of his Public Official's Bond. Approved   Action details Not available 196197 1 196197 Grant of Location Submitted by NStar Electric, to relocate a pole near 116 Holland Street about 15 feet northwest to make a driveway more accessible. Approved   Action details Not available 196284 1 196284 Public Communication DCR Commissioner responding to #195823 re: the footbridge connecting Shore Drive to Assembly Square. Placed on file   Action details Not available 196282 1 196282 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Mike's Restaurant, 8 Davis Sq. Approved   Action details Not available 196283 1 196283 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, James Kiley Co., 15 Linwood St. Approved   Action details Not available 196278 1 196278 License Sign/Awning Permit, US Post Office, 16-18 Bow Street, one sign. Approved   Action details Not available 196279 1 196279 License Sign/Awning Permit, Inman Lofts Condominium Association, 6-8 Beacon Street, one awning. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 196281 1 196281 License New Outdoor Seating License, Riverdog LLC, 321 Somerville Ave., A-Frame sign. Approved   Action details Not available 196270 1 196270 Public Event Public Event Permit, Tufts Bare Bodkin Theater Company "12th Night" Production, Powderhouse Park, Mar 30-Apr 6, 12-8PM (raindate Apr 11-13). Approved   Action details Not available 196272 1 196272 Public Event Public Event Permit, Somerville Birdhouse Project, Davis Sq. Area, beginning on Apr 19 (raindate Apr 20). Approved   Action details Not available 196274 1 196274 Public Event Public Event Permit, Somerville Spring Clean Up, Citywide, Apr 26, 8AM-5PM (raindate Apr 27). Approved   Action details Not available 196275 1 196275 Public Event Public Event Permit, Som|Dog Spring Fling, Union Square Plaza, May 18, 8AM-4PM. Approved   Action details Not available 196276 1 196276 Public Event Public Event Permit, SomerStreets: Carnaval-Broadway-Jun 1; Seize the Summer-Highland Ave-Jul 27; Strike Up the Bands-Holland St-Sep 7; Monster Mashed Up-Somerville Ave-Oct 19; all 10AM-6PM. Approved   Action details Not available 196277 1 196277 Public Event Public Event Permit, SummerTime in Somerville, Trum Field: Family Fun Day, Jun 28, 10AM-6PM (raindate Jun 29), Fireworks, Jul 3, 5-10:30PM (raindate Jul 10). Approved   Action details Not available 196273 1 196273 Public Event Public Event Permit, Boston Strong Power Push, Ball Square, Apr 19, 1-4PM. Approved   Action details Not available 196280 1 196280 License Sign/Awning Permit, Paint Nite, 230 Somerville Ave, one blade sign. Approved   Action details Not available 196232 1 196232 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on February 4, 2014 as a Committee of the Whole. Approved   Action details Not available 196235 1 196235 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on January 28, 2014. Approved as amended   Action details Not available 196234 1 196234 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on February 11, 2014. Approved   Action details Not available 196236 1 196236 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on February 11, 2014. Approved   Action details Not available 196237 1 196237 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on February 12, 2014. Approved   Action details Not available 196240 1 196240 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on February 12, 2014. Approved   Action details Not available 196271 1 196271 Public Event Public Event Permit, Shape Up Somerville Road Race, High School Concourse area, Apr 13, 10AM-2PM. Approved   Action details Not available 196269 1 196269 Public Event Public Event Permit, Groundwork Somerville Maple Syrup Boil Down, Community Growing Center, Mar 8, 10AM-2PM. Approved   Action details Not available 196196 2 196196 Citation Commending Emma DiMasi on the happy occasion of her Ninety Ninth birthday. Laid on the table   Action details Not available 196233 2 196233 Order That the Chief Assessor appear before this Board to raise the residential exemption to 35% or 40%. Approved   Action details Not available 196227 2 196227 Order That the Director of Finance and this Board’s Committee on Finance review the attached article on Arlington’s “visual budget”. Approved   Action details Not available 196255 2 196255 Mayor's Request Requesting the appointment of Andrew Haynes as Constable. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 196217 2 196217 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works determine if the large, heavy cable running from the back of the Engine 7 fire station out to Hudson Street is an unused cable, and if so, to contact its owner to remove it. Approved   Action details Not available 196218 2 196218 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking replace the Henderson Street sign on the corner of Richardson and Henderson Streets. Approved   Action details Not available 196219 2 196219 Order That the City Solicitor report to this Board’s Committee on Licenses and Permits, what measures are in place or could be put into permitting language to prevent businesses with A-frame signs on sidewalks from blocking pedestrian passage in the winter. Approved   Action details Not available 196231 2 196231 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works contact the appropriate utility to repair or replace the downed wire at Vinal and Richardson Streets. Approved   Action details Not available 196239 2 196239 Order That the appropriate city department develop a public calendar of all races, festivals and events scheduled 2014 and provide the public costs associated with each, as well as an estimate of the economic benefit of each to local businesses. Approved   Action details Not available 196238 2 196238 Order That the Director of SPCD (ISD) investigate Top Cars and ATS Towing at 438 Columbia Street for proper licenses. Approved   Action details Not available 196252 2 196252 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Thomas Mulhern to the Board of Assessors. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 196256 2 196256 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Nathaniel Greene as Constable. Approved   Action details Not available 196220 2 196220 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works contact NSTAR about removing the double pole at 8 Ware Street. Approved   Action details Not available 196221 2 196221 Order That the Director of SPCD provide SomerVision updates twice a year, broken down by ward, showing progress made in residential, affordable units, jobs, public space, trips via transit, bike and walking, and development in transformative areas. Approved   Action details Not available 196222 2 196222 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works contact NSTAR about removing the double pole at 72 Curtis Street and replacing the street light removed from the old pole onto the new pole. Approved   Action details Not available 196223 2 196223 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking inform this Board whether the city is able to reduce the speed limit on side streets below 30 mph. Approved   Action details Not available 196224 2 196224 Resolution That the Director of Teen Empowerment update this Board on its annual accomplishments and goals in place. Approved   Action details Not available 196225 2 196225 Resolution That the Director of Groundwork Somerville update this Board on its annual accomplishments and goals in place. Approved   Action details Not available 196226 2 196226 Resolution That the Director of the Boys and Girls Club update this Board of its involvement with the students of the Healey School. Approved   Action details Not available 196228 2 196228 Order That the Chief of Police order a directed patrol on Greenville Street, at McGrath Highway, to ensure drivers are adhering to the NO RIGHT TURN restriction during the posted hours. Approved   Action details Not available 196229 2 196229 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking determine if it is feasible to install a raised crosswalk at Monroe Street and Prospect Hill Road. Approved   Action details Not available 196230 2 196230 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking install a STOP sign at Columbus Avenue (eastbound on Warren Avenue). Approved   Action details Not available 196213 2 196213 Order That the Director of SPCD (ISD) immediately shut down the heavy machinery and landscaping operations at 50-54 Murdock Street, ensure that the property is compliant with all zoning and municipal ordinances, and report to the Ward 5 Alderman regularly on progress there until all issues are resolved. Approved   Action details Not available 196214 2 196214 Order That the Director of SPCD consider developing a plan and securing funding for infrastructure improvements along the full length of Murdock Street, especially sidewalks and trees. Approved   Action details Not available 196215 2 196215 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works repair the pothole on Mossland Street, at Elm Street. Approved   Action details Not available 196216 2 196216 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works repair the potholes in front of 11 and 15 Linden Avenue. Approved   Action details Not available 196257 2 196257 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Edwin Torres as Constable. Approved   Action details Not available 196258 2 196258 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Robert Lomanno as Constable. Approved   Action details Not available 196259 2 196259 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Geovanne Colon as Constable. Approved   Action details Not available 196260 2 196260 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Derek Morrison as Constable. Approved   Action details Not available 196261 2 196261 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Adrian Botelho as Constable. Approved   Action details Not available 196262 2 196262 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Bruno DeOliveira as Constable. Approved   Action details Not available 196263 2 196263 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Ruth Barbosa as Constable. Approved   Action details Not available 196264 2 196264 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Frank Santangelo as Constable. Approved   Action details Not available 196253 2 196253 Mayor's Request Requesting the appointment of Gladyner Brevil as Constable. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 196254 2 196254 Mayor's Request Requesting the appointment of Lysander Amado as Constable. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 196198 2 196198 Order That the Chief of Police inform the Best of the Best hair salon that their customers may not park in the private lot at 50 Broadway. Approved   Action details Not available 196199 2 196199 Order That the Director of SPCD (ISD) direct the owner of the lot at Broadway and the McGrath Highway (formerly Foss Park Gas), to clean the site and consider putting up vanity panels to deal with the eyesore. Approved   Action details Not available 196200 2 196200 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works inform residents on lower Broadway how sewer construction will affect their private drain pipes, whether they need to renovate them before construction ends, and whether any assistance programs exist. Approved   Action details Not available 196201 2 196201 Order That the Director of SPCD (ISD) direct the owner of 22 Cross Street East to shovel during snow storms and prevent the site from being a breeding ground for rodents. Approved   Action details Not available 196202 2 196202 Order That the Director of SPCD (ISD) inform the Rent-a-Center on Broadway that the 3 AM pickup of their trash is disturbing nearby residents and direct them to schedule pickup for a more reasonable time. Approved   Action details Not available 196203 2 196203 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works post signage at the new Harris Park that discourages owners from using this park with their dogs or orders them to clean up after their pets. Withdrawn   Action details Not available 196204 2 196204 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking install STOP signs on Tufts and Glen Streets, at their intersection. Approved   Action details Not available 196205 2 196205 Order That the Chief Fire Engineer, the Chief of Police and the chief trauma response individual appear before this Board’s Committee on Public Health and Safety to explore training first responders in the use of Narcan, currently being used by EMTs to save victims of drug overdoses. Approved   Action details Not available 196206 2 196206 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works repair the street light at 19 Walker Street. Approved   Action details Not available 196207 2 196207 Order That the City Solicitor inform this Board on enforcement of the Wage Theft Ordinance and its effectiveness in reducing the problem. Approved   Action details Not available 196208 2 196208 Order That the City Solicitor draft an ordinance to amend the Junk Dealer Ordinance to eliminate restrictions against operating on Sundays, legal holidays, and nights. Approved   Action details Not available 196209 2 196209 Resolution That the Administration inform this Board of any and all supports available to those who were victims of arson this past summer. Approved   Action details Not available 196210 2 196210 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works repair 4 potholes on Lowell Street: one by Albion Street, two between Hudson Street and Highland Avenue, and one by the Visiting Nurse Association. Approved   Action details Not available 196211 2 196211 Order That the Director of SPCD (ISD) investigate the reason for water being pumped out of the basement at 26 Woodbine Street and take steps to stop the leakage and report the results to the Ward 5 Alderman. (2nd request-see #196152) Approved   Action details Not available 196212 2 196212 Resolution In support of an increase in the minimum wage in Massachusetts. Approved   Action details Not available 196285 2 196285 Order That the Director of SPCD (ISD) provide this Board with an update on improvements and developments in the Inspectional Services Division, including data on new hires over the past six months. Approved   Action details Not available 196286 2 196286 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking, the Commissioner of Public Works, and the Director of SPCD develop a plan to install traffic calming measures on both sides of the Lowell Street bridge following the serious accident on February 6, and that the Director of Traffic and Parking present this plan to this Board at its next regular meeting. Approved   Action details Not available 196287 2 196287 Order That the Director of SPCD, the Planning Director, and the Housing Director appear before this Board for an update on raising the inclusionary housing ordinance to promote development of more affordable housing. Approved   Action details Not available 196293 2 196293 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking replace the STOP sign and street sign on Craigie Street, at the corner of Summer Street. Approved   Action details Not available 196294 2 196294 Order That the Director of Health appear before this Board's Rodent Issues Special Committee to present the work of the Rodent Task Force and new programs to address rodent issues. Approved   Action details Not available 196265 2 196265 Mayor's Communication Updating this Board with respect to Partners Healthcare at Assembly Row. Placed on file   Action details Not available 196291 3 196291 Officer's Communication DPW Commissioner responding to various Board Orders submitted 1/23/14. Placed on file   Action details Not available 196179 3 196179 License New Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Aris Auto, 675 Somerville Ave., 1 auto outside, opening Sun-Sat 8AM-6PM. Approved   Action details Not available 196292 3 196292 Communication Interim Director of Traffic and Parking responding to various Board Orders submitted 1/23/14. Placed on file   Action details Not available 196290 3 196290 Officer's Communication Assistant City Solicitor conveying a timeline and communications about the proposed resort casino gaming establishments. Placed on file   Action details Not available 196295 3 196295 Officer's Communication DPW Commissioner responding to various Board Orders submitted 2/18/14. Placed on file   Action details Not available 196288 4 196288 Mayor's Request Requesting the transfer of a parcel of land at 163 Glen Street to the Redevelopment Authority for neighborhood development. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 196251 4 196251 Mayor's Request Requesting the approval of a contract extension for Crosby Schlessinger Smallridge through June 30, 2015, for design and engineering of streetscape improvements and rehabilitation of Davis Square. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 196153 4 196153 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking enforce the time frame of the special daytime parking permits on the streets surrounding Davis Square. Work completed   Action details Not available 196158 4 196158 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking consider putting a crosswalk across Broadway connecting the ramps from Belknap Street to Garrison Avenue and towards the bus stop. Work completed   Action details Not available 195643 4 195643 Order That the City Solicitor draft an ordinance that would permit qualified Auxiliary Police Officers to work, and be paid for, details. Work completed   Action details Not available 194841 4 194841 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking present the attached recommendations for Kidder Avenue to the Traffic Commission for consideration. Work completed   Action details Not available 196250 4 196250 Mayor's Request Requesting the acceptance of a $61,250 grant from the MA DMH Police Based Jail Diversion Program for Police Dept. Crisis Intervention Team Training. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 196249 4 196249 Mayor's Request Requesting the expenditure of $1,403.53 in FY14 funds to pay an FY13 invoice in the Police Dept. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 196289 4 196289 Mayor's Request Requesting the expenditure of FY14 funds totaling $167.41 to pay an outstanding prior year invoice in the Police Department. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 195836 4 195836 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking and the Traffic Engineer evaluate the intersection of Hunting and South Streets and the intersection of Warren and Medford Streets and make recommendations regarding traffic regulations to alleviate problems of cut through and speeding traffic. Work completed   Action details Not available 195827 4 195827 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking inform this Board on the legality of the NO TRUCKS signs on Powderhouse Blvd. Work completed   Action details Not available 195821 4 195821 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking and the Traffic Engineer provide suggestions on how to improve traffic safety and visibility at the corner of Central and Forster Streets. Work completed   Action details Not available 195815 4 195815 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking improve the signage at the corner of Lowell and Richardson Streets to make it less confusing. Work completed   Action details Not available 195724 4 195724 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking work with the Department of Transportation to create a bike lane from Cutter Avenue onto Highland Avenue, to prevent injury to cyclists, pedestrians and drivers. Work completed   Action details Not available 196268 4 196268 Officer's Communication City Assessor responding to Finance Committee questions raised at its meeting on February 4. Placed on file   Action details Not available 196246 4 196246 Mayor's Request Requesting an appropriation of $20,685 from the Capital Stabilization Fund to purchase Industrial washing machines for the Fire Dept. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 196248 4 196248 Mayor's Request Requesting an appropriation of $5,791 from the Capital Stabilization Fund for a dryer for firefighter protective bunker gear. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 196245 4 196245 Mayor's Request Requesting an appropriation of $47,500 from the Capital Stabilization Fund for the purchase of 4 thermal imaging cameras for the Fire Dept. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 196244 4 196244 Mayor's Request Requesting an appropriation of $65,820 from the Capital Stabilization Fund for the purchase of two Hurst Rescue Tool Systems for the Fire Dept. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 196241 4 196241 Mayor's Request Requesting an appropriation of $200,000 from the Sewer Retained Earnings Account to the Capital Improvements Account for East Broadway drainage improvements. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 194823 4 194823 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking install a sign at the entrance of Marshall Street, on the Broadway end, limiting traffic to residents only between 7 and 9 AM. Work completed   Action details Not available 194821 4 194821 Order That the Director of SPCD and the Director of Traffic and Parking include a full analysis of the traffic problem on College Avenue, from Davis Square to the Powderhouse Rotary, in the upcoming Somerville by Design Davis Square project, and that concrete solutions be vetted and implemented. Work completed   Action details Not available 194660 4 194660 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking provide this Board with the feasibility of a change to the City's parking regulations along major streets to improve parking for residents and businesses. Work completed   Action details Not available 194457 4 194457 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking report to this Board the feasibility of extending the 48 hour parking rule beyond 48 hours to accommodate those going out of town, and other circumstances, as determined appropriate by this Board in coordination with the Traffic Commission. Work completed   Action details Not available 194333 4 194333 Resolution That this Board requests that the Traffic Commission review existing GO SLOW SCHOOL signals and other signage around schools, and add additional signals and signage as needed, to ensure that there is appropriate traffic signage and signals to protect students from speeding vehicles. Work completed   Action details Not available 196080 4 196080 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking contact Mass Highway to install the proper traffic signals at the intersection of Route 28 and Mystic Avenue. Work completed   Action details Not available 196079 4 196079 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking install a NO PARKING sign at the garage entrance between the two driveways of 240 Pearl Street. Work completed   Action details Not available 196076 4 196076 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking provide this Board with a report on the number of tickets issued, and the resulting revenue, during a typical snow storm and its impact, i.e., the effectiveness of those penalties during the next storm. Work completed   Action details Not available 195993 4 195993 Order That the Director of SPCD appear before this Board to inform the members on the progress of business development of Broadway/Winter Hill. Work completed   Action details Not available 193978 4 193978 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking investigate the cause of the recent critical injury at the intersection of Packard Avenue and Powderhouse Boulevard and report back to this Board on any necessary action. Work completed   Action details Not available 193987 4 193987 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking investigate the legality of the crosswalks at Willow Avenue, Elm Street and Beech Street. Work completed   Action details Not available 194042 4 194042 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking place a NO TURN 4 – 6 PM sign at Glenwood Road from Medford Street. Work completed   Action details Not available 194045 4 194045 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking place two speed limit signs on Mossland Street. Work completed   Action details Not available 194349 4 194349 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works or the Director of Traffic and Parking install a DEAD END sign at the entrance to Vinal Street. Work completed   Action details Not available 194350 4 194350 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works or the Director of Traffic and Parking install a DEAD END sign at the entrance to Beacon Terrace. Work completed   Action details Not available 194680 4 194680 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking install stronger NO PARKING signage between the driveways at 2 Wheeler Street. Work completed   Action details Not available 194794 4 194794 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works and/or the Director of Traffic and Parking ensure that the road striping of Shore Drive be done with the consideration that parking is only allowed on one side of the street, and that crosswalks also be installed. Work completed   Action details Not available 195238 4 195238 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking and the City Traffic Engineer meet with the Ward 2 Alderman concerning pedestrian and cyclist safety issues at the intersections of Oxford and Beacon Streets and Somerville Avenue and Beacon Street. Work completed   Action details Not available 195240 4 195240 Resolution That the Traffic Commission consider eliminating parking spots alongside Trum Field, on Cedar Street towards Franey Road, to allow residents to access their driveways. Work completed   Action details Not available 195241 4 195241 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking and the Traffic Engineer work with the Ward 5 Alderman to make exiting side streets onto Medford Street safer. Work completed   Action details Not available 195294 4 195294 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking reverse the one way direction of traffic on Village Street to mitigate the effects of increased traffic due to the addition of residential units. Work completed   Action details Not available 195308 4 195308 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking survey the Cedar Street residents abutting Trum Field regarding the proposed request to eliminate parking spots there so residents can access their driveways. Work completed   Action details Not available 195516 4 195516 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking observe and re-calibrate the light at Lowell and Medford Streets. Work completed   Action details Not available 195172 4 195172 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking and the Traffic Engineer determine if a crosswalk can be installed at the bus stop in front of the Somerville Hospital. Work completed   Action details Not available 195592 4 195592 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking conduct all necessary studies required to place a legal truck ban on Powderhouse Boulevard. Work completed   Action details Not available 196102 4 196102 Public Event Public Event Permit, BA Event Promotions 5K Race of Ireland, Davis Sq area, Mar 16, 7AM-1PM. Approved   Action details Not available 196103 4 196103 Public Event Public Event Permit, MOM's 5K Run for Cancer, Davis Sq area, May 11, 9-11:30AM. Approved   Action details Not available 194958 4 194958 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking and the Traffic Engineer investigate the parking situation on Cedar Street, near Trum Field, that is causing accessibility issues for neighbors getting in and out of their driveways during the spring to fall months. Work completed   Action details Not available 194919 5 194919 Communication Director of Traffic and Parking responding to various Board Orders. Work completed   Action details Not available 192685 5 192685 Communication Director of Traffic and Parking responding to various Board Orders. Work completed   Action details Not available 195109 5 195109 Officer's Communication Director of Traffic and Parking responding to various Board Orders. Work completed   Action details Not available 196171 5 196171 Communication Traffic and Parking Interim Director submitting a response to various Board Orders. Work completed   Action details Not available 195971 5 195971 Communication Traffic and Parking Interim Director submitting responses to various Board Orders. Work completed   Action details Not available 195397 5 195397 Communication Director of Traffic and Parking responding to various Board Orders. Work completed   Action details Not available 195268 5 195268 Order That further applications for liquor licenses at Assembly Square be brought to the attention of the Committee on Housing and Community Development. Work completed   Action details Not available 195246 5 195246 Order That the Director of Sustainability and Environment provide this Board with a plan for city-wide residential composting, to be discussed in the Committee on Legislative Matters. Work completed   Action details Not available 195300 5 195300 Communication Director of Traffic and Parking responding to various Board Orders. Work completed   Action details Not available 194429 5 194429 Communication Director of Traffic and Parking responding to #194349 re: Vinal St., and #194350 re: Beacon Terrace. Work completed   Action details Not available 194103 5 194103 Communication Director of Traffic and Parking responding to various Board Orders. Work completed   Action details Not available 195947 5 195947 Communication Traffic and Parking Interim Director submitting responses to various Board Orders. Work completed   Action details Not available 196243 5 196243 Mayor's Request Requesting the appropriation of $70,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance (Free Cash) for the Residential Property Rodent Control Program. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 196242 5 196242 Mayor's Request Requesting an appropriation of $139,605 from the Unreserved Fund Balance (Free Cash) for the ISD Rodent Population Specifications Design. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 196247 5 196247 Mayor's Request Requesting the appropriation of $18,240 from the Unreserved Fund Balance (Free Cash) to the ISD Professional and Technical Services Account for an on-call electrical inspection consulting service. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 195679 5 195679 Order That the Director of SPCD meet with this Board's Committee on Housing and Community Development to discuss #195571, a proposed $500,000 bond to fund a major plan change to the existing Assembly Square Urban Renewal Plan. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 195778 5 195778 Communication Traffic and Parking Interim Director submitting responses to various Board Orders from the 9/26/13 BOA meeting. Work completed   Action details Not available 196013 5 196013 Officer's Communication Assistant City Solicitor responding to #195035 re: qualifications for examiners of fire escapes. Work completed   Action details Not available 195597 5 195597 Resolution That the Administration provide an update on the Winter Hill Star Market site since the resolution of the court case, and the next steps for this site. Work completed   Action details Not available 194216 6 194216 Communication Director of Traffic and Parking responding to various Board Orders. Work completed   Action details Not available 194409 6 194409 Order That the Director of SPCD provide this Board with a breakdown of all tickets and other types of citations, such as criminal complaints, issued by building inspectors and health inspectors, including the types of violations, the face amounts of the fines, and the amounts collected. Work completed   Action details Not available 195028 6 195028 Communication Director of Traffic and Parking responding to various Board Orders. Work completed   Action details Not available 195035 6 195035 Order That the City Solicitor provide an opinion regarding 780CMR MA Amendments to the International Building Code 2009 Section 1001.3.2 regarding qualifications for examiners of fire escapes. Work completed   Action details Not available 196168 6 196168 Mayor's Request Requesting an appropriation of $7,410 from Free Cash to the Fire Department for a grant match from FEMA for smoke detectors in conjunction with the Council on Aging. Approved   Action details Not available 196166 7 196166 Mayor's Request Requesting the acceptance of a Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) grant totaling $400,000 for the construction of Symphony Park. Approved   Action details Not available 195519 7 195519 Order That the City Solicitor draft an ordinance that all commercial gas tank replacements require permit approval by this Board. Work completed   Action details Not available 196167 7 196167 Mayor's Request Requesting, as required by the PARC grants, the authorization to utilize State and Federal funding necessary to construct the new Symphony Park. Approved   Action details Not available