Details Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final Meeting date/time: 5/13/2021 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final   Meeting location: Meeting by Remote Participation Online Meeting - See Below Published agenda: Agenda Published minutes: Minutes   Meeting video: Video   Attachments: Meeting Items (238) 238 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 Data pager Data pager 12  Page 1 of 2, items 1 to 200 of 238. File # Ver. Agenda # Type Title Action Result Action Details Video Data pager Data pager 12  Page 1 of 2, items 1 to 200 of 238. 211811 1 211811 Ordinance Proposing an ordinance that would require the Mayor to annually submit to this Council a report on the status of housing. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 211812 1 211812 Ordinance Proposing an amendment to Ordinance 2-123 that would require notification to this Council of claims against the City filed at the MA Commission Against Discrimination. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 211864 1 211864 License Renewing Drainlayer's License, Celiberti Realty. Approved   Action details Not available 211865 1 211865 License Renewing Drainlayer's License, JNJ Sacca. Approved   Action details Not available 211868 1 211868 License Renewing Drainlayer's License Meninno Construction Corp. Approved   Action details Not available 211866 1 211866 License Renewing Drainlayer's License, Suffolk Engineering. Approved   Action details Not available 211871 1 211871 License Renewing Flammables License, DW Propco JK LLC, 0 Dawes Street. Approved   Action details Not available 211872 1 211872 License Renewing Flammables License, Good Gas Somerville, 343 Medford St. Approved   Action details Not available 211873 1 211873 License Renewing Garage License, Broadway Motor Cars, 161 Broadway. Approved   Action details Not available 211874 1 211874 License Renewing Garage License, K Professional Auto Detailing, 682 Mystic Ave. Approved   Action details Not available 211875 1 211875 License Renewing Garage License, Automotive Transport Service, 40 Joy St. Approved   Action details Not available 211885 1 211885 License Renewing Outdoor Parking License, Urban Equity Development, 55 Day St. Approved   Action details Not available 211886 1 211886 License Renewing Outdoor Parking License, Nissenbaum Auto Parts, 480 Columbia St. Approved   Action details Not available 211876 1 211876 License Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Roly Cab, Med #17. Approved   Action details Not available 211877 1 211877 License Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Edelle Cab, Med #20. Approved   Action details Not available 211878 1 211878 License Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Jolina Taxi, Med #52. Approved   Action details Not available 211879 1 211879 License Renewing Taxi Medallion License, VINL Transportation, Med #65. Approved   Action details Not available 211880 1 211880 License Renewing Taxi Medallion License, LTK, Med #66. Approved   Action details Not available 211881 1 211881 License Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Sadel and G Transportation, Med #70. Approved   Action details Not available 211882 1 211882 License Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Michael Cab, Med #88. Approved   Action details Not available 211883 1 211883 License Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, McDonalds, 14 McGrath Hwy. Approved   Action details Not available 211884 1 211884 License Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Lucky Strike, 325 Revolution Dr. Approved   Action details Not available 211887 1 211887 License Renewing Billiards and Bowling License, Flatbread Company at Sacco's Bowl Haven, 45 Day St. Approved   Action details Not available 211862 1 211862 License New Drainlayer's License, Proia Construction Inc. Approved   Action details Not available 211870 1 211870 License Renewing Drainlayer's License, JR and Sons Construction. Approved   Action details Not available 211869 1 211869 License Renewing Drainlayer's License, Capitol Services. Approved   Action details Not available 211863 1 211863 License New Drainlayer's License, Classic Site Solutions Inc. Approved   Action details Not available 211822 1 211822 Communication Inviting the Council, the Administration and the public to the Highway Justice for People: Mystic and McGrath Rally, on May 26 at 6 PM, at the empty lot on the corner of Broadway and McGrath Highway, to demand that MassDOT prioritize the safety of people over the movement of cars. Placed on file   Action details Not available 211823 1 211823 Communication Sharing with the Council, the Administration and the public a 6-page blogpost from State Representative Mike Connolly. Placed on file   Action details Not available 211838 1 211838 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on April 26, 2021. Approved   Action details Not available 211831 1 211831 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on April 27, 2021. Approved   Action details Not available 211834 1 211834 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on April 29, 2021. Approved   Action details Not available 211839 1 211839 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on May 3, 2021. Approved   Action details Not available 211833 1 211833 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on May 3, 2021. Approved   Action details Not available 211835 1 211835 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on May 6, 2021. Approved   Action details Not available 211840 1 211840 Committee Report Report of the Special Committee on Rules, meeting on May 11, 2021. Approved   Action details Not available 211832 1 211832 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on May 11, 2021. Approved   Action details Not available 211891 1 211891 Public Communication Tufts responding to #211597 re: submitting an Institutional Master Plan and limiting housing. Placed on file   Action details Not available 211856 1 211856 Ordinance City Clerk submitting a proposed amendment of Article III of Chapter 8, the Junk Dealer Ordinance. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 211889 1 211889 Officer's Communication 13 registered voters requesting the adoption of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to revise the Boynton Yards sub-overlay area. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 211890 1 211890 Officer's Communication 13 registered voters requesting the adoption of an amendment to the Zoning Map to revise the Boynton Yards sub-overlay area. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 211892 1 211892 Public Communication Nancy Trane submitting comments re: #211611, amending the Zoning Ordinance with respect to Body Art Services. Placed on file   Action details Not available 211858 1 211858 Officer's Communication Water and Sewer Director of Administration conveying testimony received relative to the proposed FY22 water and sewer rates. Placed on file   Action details Not available 211804 1 211804 Roll Call Call of the Roll. Placed on file   Action details Not available 211805 1 211805 Remembrances Remembrances. Approved   Action details Not available 211806 1 211806 Minutes Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, April 8, 2021. Approved   Action details Not available 211888 1 211888 License New Sign/Awning Permit, 1154 Hotel LLC, 1154 Broadway, for projections overhanging the public sidewalk. Approved   Action details Not available 211867 1 211867 License Renewing Drainlayer's License, Insite Contracting. Approved   Action details Not available 211893 1 211893 Public Communication TranSystems conveying a notice of an I-93 Bridge Rehabilitation project. Placed on file   Action details Not available 211910 1 211910 Officer's Communication City Clerk submitting revised amendments to the Rules of the City Council to make them gender-neutral. Approved   Action details Not available 211911 1 211911 Officer's Communication City Clerk submitting amendments to City Council Rule 9 to clarify the review, approval, and consideration for release of the minutes of executive sessions. Approved   Action details Not available 211917 1 211917 Public Event Public Event License, Growing Center activities, 22 Vinal Ave, May 23-Oct 31, various dates and times, Approved   Action details Not available 211916 1 211916 Public Event Public Event License, Vintage Market, Bow Market and Somerville Avenue, May 23, 9AM-9PM (raindate June 6). Approved   Action details Not available 211921 1 211921 License Renewing Junk Dealer's License, Tosh Enterprises, 260 Elm St. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 211918 2 211918 Resolution Supporting the Tufts Labor Coalition and students standing in solidarity with the Tufts Dining Workers. Approved   Action details Not available 211920 2 211920 Resolution That the Administration consider Community Development Block Grant funding to combat the rodent infestation in East Somerville. Approved   Action details Not available 211916 2 211916 Public Event Public Event License, Vintage Market, Bow Market and Somerville Avenue, May 23, 9AM-9PM (raindate June 6). Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211919 2 211919 Resolution Calling on the Mass. Department of Transportation to prioritize and enhance roadway safety improvements on Mystic Avenue and McGrath Highway, and to install sound walls as part of the I-93 viaduct steel rehabilitation project. Approved   Action details Not available 211841 2 211841 Order That the City Clerk propose amendments to the Rules of the City Council to make them gender neutral, including the use of the singular pronouns they and their. Approved   Action details Not available 211917 2 211917 Public Event Public Event License, Growing Center activities, 22 Vinal Ave, May 23-Oct 31, various dates and times, Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211895 2 211895 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works reactivate the pedestrian crossing signal at Morrison and College Avenues and report to the Ward 6 Councilor if there is any reason it can't be done within a week of the date of this meeting. Approved   Action details Not available 211896 2 211896 Order That the Director of Economic Development provide small businesses with a contact list to reach someone within 24-48 hours while city offices are closed and operating under the Mayor’s COVID-related Executive Order. Approved   Action details Not available 211897 2 211897 Order That the City Solicitor advise in writing and appear before the Committee on Housing and Community Development to discuss how extensively the Encore Casino has been in compliance with its Surrounding Community Agreement. Approved   Action details Not available 211867 2 211867 License Renewing Drainlayer's License, Insite Contracting. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211888 2 211888 License New Sign/Awning Permit, 1154 Hotel LLC, 1154 Broadway, for projections overhanging the public sidewalk. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211807 2 211807 Citation Commending Eleanor Killeen, who is retiring after 35 years of loving service as a foster parent. Approved   Action details Not available 211894 2 211894 Order That the Director of SPCD report to this Council the plans for the Community Path at-grade street crossings, such as at Central and School Streets, specifically, whether they will utilize raised crosswalks for safety and traffic calming? Approved   Action details Not available 211891 2 211891 Public Communication Tufts responding to #211597 re: submitting an Institutional Master Plan and limiting housing. Placed on file   Action details Not available 211829 2 211829 Order That the Director of Planning advise this Council regarding expansion of public notification practices to include public postings on the property where the permit is being applied for, as happens in neighboring communities. Approved   Action details Not available 211830 2 211830 Order That the City Solicitor advise this Council on the restrictions of public notice posting requirements for local businesses, particularly as it relates to business practices such as wages. Approved   Action details Not available 211808 2 211808 Resolution That the month of May 2021 is hereby declared to be Older Americans Month. Approved   Action details Not available 211825 2 211825 Order That this Council consider passage of a Home Rule Petition enabling a "right to charge," similar to HD4109 or Chapter 370 of the acts of 2018, ensuring that tenants are provided access to charging stations. Approved   Action details Not available 211821 2 211821 Order That the Director of SPCD report to this Council on the proposed MassDOT I-93 viaduct project to replace worn steel, which will divert traffic into Mystic Avenue and East Somerville neighborhoods at night starting in 2022. Approved   Action details Not available 211826 2 211826 Order That this Council review the past 20 years of the city’s Police Department reform recommendations and the resultant changes. Approved   Action details Not available 211827 2 211827 Order That this Council review the results of Ordinance 2-221 regarding Adult Use Marijuana licensure, and consider additional modifications as needed. Approved   Action details Not available 211828 2 211828 Order That the Director of Planning prepare an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to enable Adult Use Marijuana Delivery businesses. Approved   Action details Not available 211863 2 211863 License New Drainlayer's License, Classic Site Solutions Inc. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211820 2 211820 Order That the Director of SPCD use the $220,000 in traffic mitigation funds paid by Maxwell’s Green in 2011 to improve the traffic-calming infrastructure around the Magoun/Lowell GLX station. Approved   Action details Not available 211814 2 211814 Order That the Director of Engineering install raised crosswalks rather than standard crosswalks for each at-grade crossing of the Community Path Extension, including Central, Sycamore, and Walnut Streets. Approved   Action details Not available 211815 2 211815 Order That the Director of SPCD re-convene the High School Parking Working Group and provide an update on what is being done to understand and address parking issues for teachers, staff, and residents. Approved   Action details Not available 211816 2 211816 Order That the Director of SPCD determine with the developer of the First Unitarian Church at 125 Highland Ave whether there is the possibility of a partnership with the City or a nonprofit to turn it into affordable housing. Approved   Action details Not available 211817 2 211817 Order That the Director of Inspectional Services provide a warning before issuing a ticket for the first instance of minor residential trash bin violations, such as a lid being propped open. Approved   Action details Not available 211818 2 211818 Order That this Council consider amending the Demolition Review Ordinance to extend the maximum demolition delay period that the Historic Preservation Commission can impose on buildings of historical value from 12 months to 18 months. Approved   Action details Not available 211819 2 211819 Order That the Director of SPCD install flashing STOP signs on Lowell Street at its intersection with Albion Street to prevent accidents caused by speeding or incautious motor vehicles. Approved   Action details Not available 211869 2 211869 License Renewing Drainlayer's License, Capitol Services. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211901 2 211901 Mayor's Request Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for an OSPCD Drone. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 211902 2 211902 Mayor's Request Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for Coord App License Plate Collection. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 211824 2 211824 Order That the Director of Inspectional Services establish a dry ice rat extermination program. Approved   Action details Not available 211870 2 211870 License Renewing Drainlayer's License, JR and Sons Construction. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211862 2 211862 License New Drainlayer's License, Proia Construction Inc. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211887 2 211887 License Renewing Billiards and Bowling License, Flatbread Company at Sacco's Bowl Haven, 45 Day St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211809 2 211809 Resolution Supporting a public/private partnership for the Public Safety Building plan. Approved   Action details Not available 211909 2 211909 Mayor's Communication Submitting a Proclamation for Women's Advancement, Equity and Opportunity in Somerville. Placed on file   Action details Not available 211836 2 211836 Resolution That this Council approve an ordinance authorizing the city to deny permits to any person or entity having a history of engaging in unsafe works practices. Approved   Action details Not available 211837 2 211837 Resolution That this Council approve a Home Rule Petition recognizing any member of a domestic partnership as a "dependent" for Group Insurance Commission coverage, and as a "spouse" with respect to other applicable laws. Approved   Action details Not available 211810 2 211810 Resolution Standing in solidarity with the MA Nurses Association nurses campaigning for fair contract negotiations with the Cambridge Health Alliance. Approved   Action details Not available 211884 2 211884 License Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Lucky Strike, 325 Revolution Dr. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211883 2 211883 License Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, McDonalds, 14 McGrath Hwy. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211882 2 211882 License Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Michael Cab, Med #88. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211881 2 211881 License Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Sadel and G Transportation, Med #70. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211880 2 211880 License Renewing Taxi Medallion License, LTK, Med #66. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211879 2 211879 License Renewing Taxi Medallion License, VINL Transportation, Med #65. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211878 2 211878 License Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Jolina Taxi, Med #52. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211877 2 211877 License Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Edelle Cab, Med #20. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211876 2 211876 License Renewing Taxi Medallion License, Roly Cab, Med #17. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211886 2 211886 License Renewing Outdoor Parking License, Nissenbaum Auto Parts, 480 Columbia St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211885 2 211885 License Renewing Outdoor Parking License, Urban Equity Development, 55 Day St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211875 2 211875 License Renewing Garage License, Automotive Transport Service, 40 Joy St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211874 2 211874 License Renewing Garage License, K Professional Auto Detailing, 682 Mystic Ave. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211873 2 211873 License Renewing Garage License, Broadway Motor Cars, 161 Broadway. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211872 2 211872 License Renewing Flammables License, Good Gas Somerville, 343 Medford St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211871 2 211871 License Renewing Flammables License, DW Propco JK LLC, 0 Dawes Street. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211866 2 211866 License Renewing Drainlayer's License, Suffolk Engineering. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211868 2 211868 License Renewing Drainlayer's License Meninno Construction Corp. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211865 2 211865 License Renewing Drainlayer's License, JNJ Sacca. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211864 2 211864 License Renewing Drainlayer's License, Celiberti Realty. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211860 2 211860 Communication Director of Intergovernmental Affairs responding to #211396 re: expunging a police record. Placed on file   Action details Not available 211813 2 211813 Order That the Director of Public Works and the Director of Sustainability and Environment discuss with the Committee on Housing and Community Development the possibility of installing Cigarette Bin Voting Boxes citywide to eliminate cigarette butt litter that can eventually flow into our water sources. Approved   Action details Not available 211813 3 211813 Order That the Director of Public Works and the Director of Sustainability and Environment discuss with the Committee on Housing and Community Development the possibility of installing Cigarette Bin Voting Boxes citywide to eliminate cigarette butt litter that can eventually flow into our water sources. Approved   Action details Not available 211852 3 211852 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jean Alix Simeon as a full member of the Condominium Review Board. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 211853 3 211853 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Paula Vancini as an Alternate Member of the Condominium Review Board. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 211854 3 211854 Mayor's Request Chief Labor Counsel submitting a Home Rule Petition to define a domestic partner as a spouse and dependent in Somerville. Approved   Action details Not available 211779 3 211779 License New Garage License, Greentown Labs Inc, 444 Somerville Avenue, 4 autos inside, 0 outside for vehicle repairs only, operating Mon-Sun: 7am-8pm. Approved with conditions   Action details Not available 211525 3 211525 License New Flammables License, Form Energy Inc, 30 Dane Street, storing 300 gallons. Withdrawn   Action details Not available 211524 3 211524 License Renewing Junk Dealer's License, Tosh Enterprises, 260 Elm St. Approved with conditions   Action details Not available 211493 3 211493 Officer's Communication City Clerk submitting amendments to the Rules of the City Council to make them gender-neutral. Placed on file   Action details Not available 211494 3 211494 Officer's Communication City Clerk submitting amendments to three Rules of the City Council, for various purposes described within. Approved as amended   Action details Not available 211845 3 211845 Mayor's Request Requesting approval of a transfer of $8,000 in this Council's budget, from the Professional and Technical Services Account to the Salaries and Wages Temporary Account, to continue funding staff to develop a civilian oversight process for the Police Department. Approved   Action details Not available 211855 3 211855 Ordinance Assistant City Solicitor submitting an Ordinance to authorize the denial, revocation or suspension of permits due to workplace safety concerns. Ordinance ordained   Action details Not available 211861 3 211861 Officer's Communication Memorialization Committee conveying the naming of a new street, Harold Cohen Street, between Foley Street and Revolution Drive. Placed on file   Action details Not available 211859 3 211859 Officer's Communication Director of Infrastructure & Asset Management conveying the Water and Sewer Capital Investment Plan update for April, 2021. Placed on file   Action details Not available 211857 3 211857 Mayor's Request Director of Water and Sewer submitting the FY22 water and sewer volumetric rate recommendation. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 211824 3 211824 Order That the Director of Inspectional Services establish a dry ice rat extermination program. Approved   Action details Not available 211889 3 211889 Officer's Communication 13 registered voters requesting the adoption of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to revise the Boynton Yards sub-overlay area. Kept in committee   Action details Not available 211890 3 211890 Officer's Communication 13 registered voters requesting the adoption of an amendment to the Zoning Map to revise the Boynton Yards sub-overlay area. Kept in committee   Action details Not available 211900 3 211900 Mayor's Request Requesting acceptance of a $75,000 donation from Tufts pursuant to the 2014-2018 Partnership Agreement with the City. Approved   Action details Not available 211893 3 211893 Public Communication TranSystems conveying a notice of an I-93 Bridge Rehabilitation project. Kept in committee   Action details Not available 211898 3 211898 Mayor's Request Requesting an appropriation of $630,000 from Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to ADA Improvements Fund 5148 for ADA building accessibility improvements. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 211913 3 211913 Mayor's Request City Solicitor requesting approval to retain Brody, Hardoon, Perkins & Kesten as outside counsel in Dante DiFronzo v City of Somerville et al. Approved   Action details Not available 211914 3 211914 Mayor's Request City Solicitor requesting approval to retain KP Law as outside counsel in the Civil Service Bypass Appeal of Matthew Fairchild. Approved   Action details Not available 211908 3 211908 Communication Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Frank Valdez to the Urban Design Commission. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 211915 3 211915 Officer's Communication Director of SPCD requesting to appear with the Mayor's Office before the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters to discuss granting Special Municipal Employee status to certain boards and commissions. Approved   Action details Not available 211912 3 211912 Ordinance Assistant City Solicitor submitting an ordinance to regulate the use of leaf blowers, as approved by the Legislative Matters Committee on 5/6/21. Ordinance ordained   Action details Not available 211920 3 211920 Resolution That the Administration consider Community Development Block Grant funding to combat the rodent infestation in East Somerville. Approved   Action details Not available 211919 4 211919 Resolution Calling on the Mass. Department of Transportation to prioritize and enhance roadway safety improvements on Mystic Avenue and McGrath Highway, and to install sound walls as part of the I-93 viaduct steel rehabilitation project. Kept in committee   Action details Not available 211912 4 211912 Ordinance Assistant City Solicitor submitting an ordinance to regulate the use of leaf blowers, as approved by the Legislative Matters Committee on 5/6/21. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211904 4 211904 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Erin Geno to the Planning Board. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 211907 4 211907 Communication Requesting that this Council confirm the appointment to the Urban Design Commission of the same members previously appointed to the Interim Urban Design Commission, pursuant to Zoning Ordinance 15.4.7. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 211914 4 211914 Mayor's Request City Solicitor requesting approval to retain KP Law as outside counsel in the Civil Service Bypass Appeal of Matthew Fairchild. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211899 4 211899 Mayor's Request Requesting approval of a transfer of $1,000 in the Grants Development Department, from the Professional and Technical Account to the Salaries Account, to fund the Grant Writer's increased hours. Approved   Action details Not available 211903 4 211903 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Robert Buchanan to the Planning Board. Approved   Action details Not available 211913 4 211913 Mayor's Request City Solicitor requesting approval to retain Brody, Hardoon, Perkins & Kesten as outside counsel in Dante DiFronzo v City of Somerville et al. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211897 4 211897 Order That the City Solicitor advise in writing and appear before the Committee on Housing and Community Development to discuss how extensively the Encore Casino has been in compliance with its Surrounding Community Agreement. Kept in committee   Action details Not available 211900 4 211900 Mayor's Request Requesting acceptance of a $75,000 donation from Tufts pursuant to the 2014-2018 Partnership Agreement with the City. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211827 4 211827 Order That this Council review the results of Ordinance 2-221 regarding Adult Use Marijuana licensure, and consider additional modifications as needed. Kept in committee   Action details Not available 211821 4 211821 Order That the Director of SPCD report to this Council on the proposed MassDOT I-93 viaduct project to replace worn steel, which will divert traffic into Mystic Avenue and East Somerville neighborhoods at night starting in 2022. Kept in committee   Action details Not available 211855 4 211855 Ordinance Assistant City Solicitor submitting an Ordinance to authorize the denial, revocation or suspension of permits due to workplace safety concerns. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211843 4 211843 Mayor's Request Requesting approval to appropriate $21,060.28 from the Street Tree Stabilization fund for the Tree Health Program. Approved   Action details Not available 211844 4 211844 Mayor's Request Requesting approval of a transfer of $35,000 from the Fire Department Personal Services Salaries Account to the Fire Alarm Personal Services Overtime Account to cover a deficit due to long-term sick leave. Approved   Action details Not available 211811 4 211811 Ordinance Proposing an ordinance that would require the Mayor to annually submit to this Council a report on the status of housing. Kept in committee   Action details Not available 211845 4 211845 Mayor's Request Requesting approval of a transfer of $8,000 in this Council's budget, from the Professional and Technical Services Account to the Salaries and Wages Temporary Account, to continue funding staff to develop a civilian oversight process for the Police Department. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211680 4 211680 Order That the City Solicitor prepare a Home Rule Petition to recognize any member of a domestic partnership as a "dependent" for Group Insurance Commission coverage, and as a "spouse" with respect to other applicable laws. Work completed   Action details Not available 210194 4 210194 Order That the Chief of Police provide weekly updates on mask citations issued and any non-compliance incidents. Work completed   Action details Not available 210212 4 210212 Order That the Director of Health and Human Services work with the appropriate state agencies to identify all state funded group and foster homes to ensure they have enough PPEs and to examine their plans to keep facilities clean. Work completed   Action details Not available 211594 4 211594 Order That the Director of Health and Human Services discuss how much planned funding will be allocated toward trauma training initiatives for youth in the coming years. Work completed   Action details Not available 211524 4 211524 License Renewing Junk Dealer's License, Tosh Enterprises, 260 Elm St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211355 4 211355 Order That the Mayor, the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management and the Director of Health and Human Services update this Council on Public School reopening plans. Work completed   Action details Not available 210366 4 210366 Order That the Police Department post its weekly crime log on social media every week. Work completed   Action details Not available 210476 4 210476 Order That the Chief of Police provide to this Council the number of confirmed shootings since January 2018, including the dates, times, locations, number of rounds fired, and what or who those rounds hit. Work completed   Action details Not available 210477 4 210477 Order That the Chief of Police provide to this Council the number of times and locations that shot spotter has been triggered since January 2018. Work completed   Action details Not available 210478 4 210478 Order That the Chief of Police utilize social media, including Twitter, to let residents know when there have been shots fired or when the Police make a firearm arrest. Work completed   Action details Not available 210541 4 210541 Order That the Director of Health and Human Services report to this Council, within 7 days, the ability of the Health Department or the Administration to order Covid-19 testing of all Tufts college students living in Somerville, whether attending classes virtually or in hybrid mode. Work completed   Action details Not available 207942 4 207942 Order That the Director of Parks and Recreation design with interested parents and caregivers a summer program to support those who have children with autism disorder. Work completed   Action details Not available 211179 4 211179 Order That the Director of Communications advise the community via social media of all shootings and violent crimes that occur in Somerville. (2nd request) Work completed   Action details Not available 211300 4 211300 Communication Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Nicholas Salerno as Election Commissioner. Approved   Action details Not available 211779 4 211779 License New Garage License, Greentown Labs Inc, 444 Somerville Avenue, 4 autos inside, 0 outside for vehicle repairs only, operating Mon-Sun: 7am-8pm. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211849 4 211849 Mayor's Request Requesting acceptance of a $3,000 grant with no new match required, from the Housing Authority to the Arts Council for support for the Mystic Mural Project. Approved   Action details Not available 211846 4 211846 Mayor's Request Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $5,212.98 using available funds in the Information Technology Internet Maintenance and Lease Photocopier Accounts. Approved   Action details Not available 211854 4 211854 Mayor's Request Chief Labor Counsel submitting a Home Rule Petition to define a domestic partner as a spouse and dependent in Somerville. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211847 4 211847 Mayor's Request Requesting approval to pay a prior year invoice totaling $756 using available funds in the Arts Council's Revolving Account for Medford Fire Detail Services for Fireworks. Approved   Action details Not available 211842 4 211842 Mayor's Request Requesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $2,520,000 in a bond for building improvements. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 211709 4 211709 Ordinance Submitting a revised Leaf Blower Ordinance regulating the use of leaf blowers. Placed on file   Action details Not available 211723 4 211723 Order That the Chief Fire Engineer discuss the current apparatus maintenance status with this Council. Work completed   Action details Not available 211736 5 211736 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Connor Colbert to the position of Reserve Firefighter. Approved   Action details Not available 211731 5 211731 Mayor's Request Requesting the appropriation of $2,718,676.20 from the Receipts Reserved-Sale of Real Estate Account to Debt Service, to pay principal and interest due on land acquisition bond anticipation notes for Union Square DIF properties. Approved   Action details Not available 211737 5 211737 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Nicholas Halloran to the position of Reserve Firefighter. Approved   Action details Not available 211738 5 211738 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Daniel Higgins to the position of Reserve Firefighter. Approved   Action details Not available 211739 5 211739 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Jason Kenney to the position of Reserve Firefighter. Approved   Action details Not available 211740 5 211740 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Sean Marquis to the position of Reserve Firefighter. Approved   Action details Not available 211847 5 211847 Mayor's Request Requesting approval to pay a prior year invoice totaling $756 using available funds in the Arts Council's Revolving Account for Medford Fire Detail Services for Fireworks. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211846 5 211846 Mayor's Request Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $5,212.98 using available funds in the Information Technology Internet Maintenance and Lease Photocopier Accounts. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211851 5 211851 Mayor's Request Requesting approval to amend a contract with Design Consultants for an additional 2 years and $53,146.25, for final work related to the Beacon St. Roadway construction project. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 211849 5 211849 Mayor's Request Requesting acceptance of a $3,000 grant with no new match required, from the Housing Authority to the Arts Council for support for the Mystic Mural Project. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211850 5 211850 Mayor's Request Requesting approval of a time-only extension for The Robinson Green Beretta Corp. contract for construction administration at the Buena Vista Garage through 8/31/2021. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 211300 5 211300 Communication Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Nicholas Salerno as Election Commissioner. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 211352 5 211352 Order That the Rules Committee work with the City Solicitor to establish firm procedures regarding executive sessions to ensure compliance with the Open Meeting Law. Work completed   Action details Not available 210952 5 210952 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Georgenia Toussaint to the position of Library Trustee. Approved   Action details Not available 208989 5 208989 Order That the Chief of Police report to this Council on any enforcement actions undertaken under Ordinance 9-97, especially with regard to disturbances of the peace in the vicinity of Tufts College. Work completed   Action details Not available 209978 5 209978 Resolution That the Administration update this Council on contingency staffing plans in case a large number of front-line employees are unable to work due to illness or self-isolation. Work completed   Action details Not available 210951 5 210951 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Ami Feldman to the position of Library Trustee. Approved   Action details Not available