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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 12/14/2017 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: City Council Chamber-City Hall-93 Highland Avenue
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204742 1204742Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on November 28, 2017.Approved  Action details Not available
204749 1204749Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on November 29, 2017.phpsApproved  Action details Not available
204745 1204745Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on December 13, 2017.Approved  Action details Not available
204710 1204710Roll CallCall of the Roll.Placed on file  Action details Not available
204711 1204711MinutesApproval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, November 9, 2017.Approved  Action details Not available
204722 1204722Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install 9 feet of conduit in Holland Street, from Pole 171/8 to a point of pickup at 116-118 Holland Street.Approved  Action details Not available
204723 1204723Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install 27 feet of conduit in Hawthorne Street, from Pole 391/4 to a point of pickup at 30 Hawthorne Street.Approved  Action details Not available
204771 1204771LicenseTransferring Taxi Medallion License, Med #61 from My Cab Inc to Ike Inc, Med #78 from Jeko Cab Inc to Ike Inc, and Med #92 from Love Cab Inc to Ike Inc.Approved  Action details Not available
204772 1204772LicenseNew Drainlayer's License, Environic Solutions.Approved  Action details Not available
204773 1204773LicenseNew Dog Kennel License, Riverdog Daycare, 321 Somerville Ave, 30 dogs maximum, commercial boarding/training.Approved  Action details Not available
204774 1204774LicenseNew Billiards and Bowling License, Parise's Cafe, 97 Washington St, 1 pool table.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
204775 1204775LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Boston Burger Company, 37 Davis Sq.Approved  Action details Not available
204776 1204776LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Pizzeria Posto, 187 Elm St.Approved  Action details Not available
204777 1204777LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Tony C's Sports Bar and Grill, 699 Assembly Row.Approved  Action details Not available
204778 1204778LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Soundbites, 704 Broadway.Approved  Action details Not available
204780 1204780Public CommunicationMA DOT Manager of Service Planning responding to #204536 re: an additional bus shelter under the Washington St overpass.Placed on file  Action details Not available
204781 1204781Public CommunicationFAA Assistant to the Noise Ombudsman responding to #203920 re: Logan air traffic noise.Placed on file  Action details Not available
204783 1204783Public Communication25 residents submitting comments re: #204438, the Union Sq DIF bond.Placed on file  Action details Not available
204784 1204784Public Communication41 residents submitting comments re: #204438, the Union Sq DIF bond.Placed on file  Action details Not available
204785 1204785Public CommunicationSomerville Community Corp's Affordable Housing Organizing Committee and Jobs for Somerville submitting comments re: #204399, #204400, #204524, and #204525, proposals for affordable housing and jobs linkage fees.Placed on file  Action details Not available
204786 1204786Public CommunicationMellissa McWhinney submitting comments re: #204399, #204400, #204524, and #204525, proposals for affordable housing and jobs linkage fees.Placed on file  Action details Not available
204787 1204787Public CommunicationStephen Mackey submitting comments re: #204399, #204400, #204524, and #204525, proposals for affordable housing and jobs linkage fees.Placed on file  Action details Not available
204788 1204788Public CommunicationAnosha Siripala submitting comments re: #204399, #204400, #204524, and #204525, proposals for affordable housing and jobs linkage fees.Placed on file  Action details Not available
204789 1204789Public CommunicationJacob Kramer submitting comments re: #204399, #204400, #204524, and #204525, proposals for affordable housing and jobs linkage fees.Placed on file  Action details Not available
204779 1204779LicenseRenewing Automatic Amusement Devices License, Lucky Strike, 325 Revolution Dr.Approved  Action details Not available
204782 1204782Public CommunicationGreen and Open Somerville submitting comments re: #204364, proposed revisions to the Tree Preservation ordinance.Placed on file  Action details Not available
204746 1204746Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on November 29, 2017.Approved  Action details Not available
204754 1204754Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on November 30, 2017.Approved  Action details Not available
204747 1204747Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on December 7, 2017.Approved  Action details Not available
204753 1204753Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Public Utilities and Public Works, meeting on December 7, 2017.Approved  Action details Not available
204743 1204743Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on December 5, 2017.Approved  Action details Not available
204744 1204744Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on December 11, 2017.Approved  Action details Not available
204806 1204806LicenseNew Extended Operating Hours License, Dumpling Kitchen, 217 Highland Ave, Opening for take-out and delivery service only, Sun-Thu to 2AM and Fri-Sat to 2:30AM.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
204807 1204807LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 1, Mercedes Benz of Boston, 259 McGrath Hwy.Approved  Action details Not available
204817 1204817LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Gene Automotive, 56 Joy St.Approved  Action details Not available
204818 1204818LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Teele Sq Auto, 1284 Broadway.Approved  Action details Not available
204819 1204819LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Hillside Service Center, 45 Mystic Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
204820 1204820LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Motorcycles and More, 109 Bailey Rd.Approved  Action details Not available
204821 1204821LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Broadway Auto Sales, 525 Broadway.Approved  Action details Not available
204822 1204822LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Leins Auto Repair, 69 Bow St.Approved  Action details Not available
204823 1204823LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Master Used Cars, 121 Prospect St.Approved  Action details Not available
204808 1204808LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 1, Smart Center Boston, 257 McGrath Hwy.Approved  Action details Not available
204826 1204826LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Aris Auto, 3 Craigie St.Approved  Action details Not available
204827 1204827LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, John's Auto Sales, 181 Somerville Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
204828 1204828LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Oat Shop, 20 College Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
204829 1204829LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, The Juice Union, 23A Bow St.Approved  Action details Not available
204830 1204830LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, The Independent, 75 Union Sq.Approved  Action details Not available
204831 1204831LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Brass Union, 66 Union Sq.Approved  Action details Not available
204833 1204833Public Communication14 residents submitting comments re: #204438, the Union Sq DIF bond.Placed on file  Action details Not available
204832 1204832Officer's CommunicationSomerStat Analyst submitting rodent management research and data analysis findings and takeaways.Placed on file  Action details Not available
204809 1204809LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 3, Nissenbaum Auto Parts, 480 Columbia St.Approved  Action details Not available
204810 1204810LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 3, Nissenbaum Auto Parts, 0 Windsor St.Approved  Action details Not available
204824 1204824LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Broadway Sunoco, 258 Broadway.Approved  Action details Not available
204825 1204825LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Broadway Brake, 45 Broadway.Approved  Action details Not available
204811 1204811LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 3, Ed's Used Auto Parts, 516 Columbia St.Approved  Action details Not available
204812 1204812LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Green Automotive, 600 Windsor Pl.Approved  Action details Not available
204813 1204813LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Alewife Automotive, 395 Alewife Brook Pkwy.Approved  Action details Not available
204814 1204814LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, L and S Truck Sales, 40 Joy St.Approved  Action details Not available
204815 1204815LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Automotive Transport Service, 495 Columbia St.Approved  Action details Not available
204816 1204816LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Pat's Towing, 160 McGrath Hwy.Approved  Action details Not available
204816 2204816LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Pat's Towing, 160 McGrath Hwy.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204815 2204815LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Automotive Transport Service, 495 Columbia St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204814 2204814LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, L and S Truck Sales, 40 Joy St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204813 2204813LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Alewife Automotive, 395 Alewife Brook Pkwy.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204812 2204812LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Green Automotive, 600 Windsor Pl.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204811 2204811LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 3, Ed's Used Auto Parts, 516 Columbia St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204824 2204824LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Broadway Sunoco, 258 Broadway.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204805 2204805Mayor's RequestRequesting the re-appointment of Darcy Haynes as Constable.Approved  Action details Not available
204796 2204796OrderThat the Director of SPCD consider painting two new crosswalks on Elm Street near the Kennedy School, and discuss these and other traffic-calming measures there with the Ward 5 Alderman.Approved  Action details Not available
204797 2204797OrderThat the Director of SPCD consider painting crosswalks and speed bumps in the parking lot by the Kennedy School, and discuss these and other traffic-calming measures with the Ward 5 Alderman.Approved  Action details Not available
204804 2204804Mayor's RequestRequesting the re-appointment of James DiFraia as Constable.Approved  Action details Not available
204809 2204809LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 3, Nissenbaum Auto Parts, 480 Columbia St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204831 2204831LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Brass Union, 66 Union Sq.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204790 2204790CitationCommending Karen Narefsky, who is leaving the Somerville Community Corporation after 10 productive years as a Community Organizer, tirelessly advocating for workers’ rights, affordable housing, and development without displacement.Approved  Action details Not available
204834 2204834CommunicationIn his capacity as President, cancelling the Regular meeting of this Board that was scheduled for December 28, 2017.Placed on file  Action details Not available
204830 2204830LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, The Independent, 75 Union Sq.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204829 2204829LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, The Juice Union, 23A Bow St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204828 2204828LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Oat Shop, 20 College Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204827 2204827LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, John's Auto Sales, 181 Somerville Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204826 2204826LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Aris Auto, 3 Craigie St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204808 2204808LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 1, Smart Center Boston, 257 McGrath Hwy.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204825 2204825LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Broadway Brake, 45 Broadway.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204823 2204823LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Master Used Cars, 121 Prospect St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204807 2204807LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 1, Mercedes Benz of Boston, 259 McGrath Hwy.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204822 2204822LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Leins Auto Repair, 69 Bow St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204821 2204821LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Broadway Auto Sales, 525 Broadway.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204820 2204820LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Motorcycles and More, 109 Bailey Rd.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204819 2204819LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Hillside Service Center, 45 Mystic Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204818 2204818LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Teele Sq Auto, 1284 Broadway.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204817 2204817LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Gene Automotive, 56 Joy St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204724 2204724OrderThat the Director of Health and Human Services present the Assessment and Plan in follow-up to the recently released City Wellness Report.Approved  Action details Not available
204712 2204712CitationCommending outgoing Alderman John M. Connolly for his outstanding service to the people of Somerville as Alderman at Large from 2007 to 2017, and, prior to that, as Ward Six Alderman from 1984 to 2005.Approved  Action details Not available
204713 2204713CitationCommending outgoing Alderman Maryann M. Heuston for her outstanding service to the people of Somerville as Ward Two Alderman from 2002 to 2017.Approved  Action details Not available
204714 2204714CitationCommending outgoing Alderman Dennis M. Sullivan for his outstanding service to the people of Somerville as Alderman at Large from 2004 to 2017.Approved  Action details Not available
204772 2204772LicenseNew Drainlayer's License, Environic Solutions.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204810 2204810LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 3, Nissenbaum Auto Parts, 0 Windsor St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204792 2204792OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works and/or the Director of Traffic and Parking install an overhead Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon at the crosswalk at the West Branch Library, with bump-outs on either side of the crosswalk.Approved  Action details Not available
204715 2204715CitationCommending outgoing Alderman Tony Lafuente for his outstanding service to the people of Somerville as Ward Four Alderman from 2012 to 2017.Approved  Action details Not available
204732 2204732OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works patch the uneven roadway on Cedar Street around the Community Path as it presents a safety hazard for bicyclists.Approved  Action details Not available
204748 2204748OrderThat the city’s Interdepartmental Rodent Action Team submit to this Board, by January 11, 2018, its action plan to bait for rodents.Approved  Action details Not available
204793 2204793OrdinanceThat Ordinance 9-116(3) be amended as described within with respect to activities restricted under the Noise Ordinance.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
204794 2204794ResolutionThat the Administration revise the Snow Emergency policy to prohibit parking in school lots, so the School Department can make independent decisions regarding school closings and delays.Approved  Action details Not available
204779 2204779LicenseRenewing Automatic Amusement Devices License, Lucky Strike, 325 Revolution Dr.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204798 2204798CommunicationReporting on the High School building project.Placed on file  Action details Not available
204795 2204795OrderThat the Director of Traffic and Parking install flashing YIELD TO PEDESTRIAN signs at the crosswalk by the Kennedy School on Elm Street.Approved  Action details Not available
204601 2204601Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install 47 feet of conduit in Medford St from Manhole 7423 to a point of pickup at 518 Medford St.Withdrawn  Action details Not available
204791 2204791OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works and/or the Director of Traffic and Parking install a second crosswalk at the intersection of College Avenue with Kidder Avenue and Summit Street, with additional pedestrian safety measures.Approved  Action details Not available
204778 2204778LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Soundbites, 704 Broadway.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204777 2204777LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Tony C's Sports Bar and Grill, 699 Assembly Row.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204776 2204776LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Pizzeria Posto, 187 Elm St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204775 2204775LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Boston Burger Company, 37 Davis Sq.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204773 2204773LicenseNew Dog Kennel License, Riverdog Daycare, 321 Somerville Ave, 30 dogs maximum, commercial boarding/training.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204771 2204771LicenseTransferring Taxi Medallion License, Med #61 from My Cab Inc to Ike Inc, Med #78 from Jeko Cab Inc to Ike Inc, and Med #92 from Love Cab Inc to Ike Inc.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204767 2204767Mayor's RequestRequesting the re-appointment of Berlin Haynes as Constable.Approved  Action details Not available
204765 2204765Mayor's RequestRequesting the re-appointment of Mary Battinelli as Constable.Approved  Action details Not available
204766 2204766Mayor's RequestRequesting the re-appointment of Michael Browne as Constable.Approved  Action details Not available
204723 2204723Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install 27 feet of conduit in Hawthorne Street, from Pole 391/4 to a point of pickup at 30 Hawthorne Street.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204763 2204763Mayor's RequestRequesting the re-appointment of Alan Bishop as Constable.Approved  Action details Not available
204764 2204764Mayor's RequestRequesting the re-appointment of Catello Battinelli II as Constable.Approved  Action details Not available
204722 2204722Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install 9 feet of conduit in Holland Street, from Pole 171/8 to a point of pickup at 116-118 Holland Street.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204733 2204733OrderThat the Director of Traffic and Parking post a NO U-TURN sign on Porter Street at Highland Avenue.Approved  Action details Not available
204734 2204734OrderThat the Chief of Police conduct traffic enforcement during the afternoon rush hour at the intersection of Hinckley Street and Broadway so motorists on Broadway don't prevent cars from exiting Hinckley Street.Approved  Action details Not available
204735 2204735OrderThat the Director of Traffic and Parking paint the intersection of Broadway at Hinckley Street with a “Don’t block the box” symbol so motorists on Broadway don't prevent cars from exiting Hinckley Street.Approved  Action details Not available
204736 2204736OrderThat the Superintendent of Inspectional Services inform this Board of the department's practices when residents complain of structural damage to their homes caused by nearby construction activities.Approved  Action details Not available
204737 2204737OrderThat the Director of SPCD correct the erroneous information about the late John Kenney that appears on the Kenney Park dedication plaque.Approved  Action details Not available
204738 2204738ResolutionExpressing appreciation to City Clerk John Long and his staff for their outstanding service, professionalism, concern, and attention to detail throughout my tenure as an elected Alderman.Approved  Action details Not available
204739 2204739ResolutionExpressing appreciation to Clerks of Committees Rose Durham, Charles Sillari and Peter Forcellese for their outstanding service, professionalism, concern, and attention to detail throughout my tenure as an elected Alderman.Approved  Action details Not available
204740 2204740ResolutionExpressing appreciation to the Mayor and his administration for their outstanding service, professionalism, concern, and attention to detail throughout my tenure as an elected Alderman.Approved  Action details Not available
204741 2204741ResolutionExpressing sincere appreciation to the citizens of Somerville who voted for me to serve on this Board some 17 times between 1984 and 2017 as a Ward Six Alderman (11 terms) and an Alderman at Large (6 terms).Approved  Action details Not available
204750 2204750OrderThat the City Solicitor prepare a draft ordinance to address Airbnb rentals, including owner occupied properties, as discussed at the November 29, 2017 meeting of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety.Approved  Action details Not available
204751 2204751OrderThat the Chief of Police appear before the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety by January 2018, with supporting documentation, to report on the shortage of detail officers.Approved  Action details Not available
204752 2204752ResolutionThat the Administration notify this Board and the public when the Executive Policy on Surveillance Technology is posted, within 120 days of the Mayor’s sign-off by early February 2018.Approved  Action details Not available
204716 2204716CitationCommending outgoing Alderman Robert J. McWatters for his outstanding service to the people of Somerville as Ward Three Alderman from 2014 to 2017.Approved  Action details Not available
204717 2204717CitationCommending Clerk of Committees Rositha Durham for her outstanding service to this Board and its Committees in 2017.Approved  Action details Not available
204718 2204718CitationCommending Assistant Clerk of Committees Peter Forcellese for his outstanding service to this Board and its Committees in 2017.Approved  Action details Not available
204719 2204719CitationCommending Assistant Clerk of Committees Charles Sillari for his outstanding service to this Board and its Committees in 2017.Approved  Action details Not available
204720 2204720CitationCommending Alderman William A. White, Jr., for his distinguished service as President of this Board in 2017.Approved  Action details Not available
204721 2204721CitationCommending Alderman Katjana Ballantyne for her distinguished service as Vice President of this Board in 2017.Approved  Action details Not available
204725 2204725ResolutionThat the Administration consider making the entire city a safety zone.Approved  Action details Not available
204726 2204726ResolutionThat the Administration continue to increase the tree canopy by adding 1,000 trees in the next 5 years.Approved  Action details Not available
204727 2204727ResolutionThat the Administration collaborate with union leaders, Mass Housing, and a community development corporation to develop strategies to help city employees purchase and rent affordable housing units.Approved  Action details Not available
204728 2204728OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works repair the flashing pedestrian crossing sign on the south side of Morrison Avenue at Highland Road.Approved  Action details Not available
204729 2204729OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works fill in the hole next to the storm drain at the southwest corner of Lowell Street and Highland Avenue. (Second request)Approved  Action details Not available
204730 2204730OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works fill the large sinkhole in the road at 11 Rogers Avenue.Approved  Action details Not available
204731 2204731OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works make the following repairs on Carver Street: fill the pothole behind the sewer cover; straighten the two curbstones on the south side of the street; and remove the pile of cement at the end of the street.Approved  Action details Not available
204512 3204512Public CommunicationHarvard University submitting its Fall 2017 University Accountability report.Work completed  Action details Not available
204764 3204764Mayor's RequestRequesting the re-appointment of Catello Battinelli II as Constable.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204763 3204763Mayor's RequestRequesting the re-appointment of Alan Bishop as Constable.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204766 3204766Mayor's RequestRequesting the re-appointment of Michael Browne as Constable.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204765 3204765Mayor's RequestRequesting the re-appointment of Mary Battinelli as Constable.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204767 3204767Mayor's RequestRequesting the re-appointment of Berlin Haynes as Constable.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204770 3204770Officer's CommunicationDPW Commissioner responding to various Board Orders submitted 11/21/17.Placed on file  Action details Not available
204768 3204768Officer's CommunicationDirector of Health and Human Services submitting The Wellbeing of Somerville Report 2017.Placed on file  Action details Not available
204799 3204799CommunicationRequesting the appointment of Michael Kennelly to the position of Police Lieutenant.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
204800 3204800CommunicationRequesting the appointment of Michael Kiely to the position of Police Lieutenant.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
204511 3204511Public CommunicationTufts University submitting its Fall 2017 University Accountability report.Work completed  Action details Not available
204801 3204801CommunicationRequesting the appointment of Michael McCarey to the position of Police Sergeant.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
204802 3204802CommunicationRequesting the appointment of Sean Sylvester to the position of Police Sergeant.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
204803 3204803CommunicationRequesting the appointment of James Slattery to the position of Police Sergeant.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
204804 3204804Mayor's RequestRequesting the re-appointment of James DiFraia as Constable.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204805 3204805Mayor's RequestRequesting the re-appointment of Darcy Haynes as Constable.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204769 4204769CommunicationCity Engineer responding to #204531 re: Eversource communications on Powder House Blvd.Placed on file  Action details Not available
204673 4204673OrderThat the Director of Health and Human Services distribute the policy of medication distribution to children who are on field trips with the Public Schools.Work completed  Action details Not available
204674 4204674OrderThat the Director of Health and Human Services distribute the policy regarding nurse coverage during after-school programs housed at the Public Schools.Work completed  Action details Not available
204633 4204633OrderThat the Director of Transportation and Infrastructure send copies of the planned January bicycle safety mailing to the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety prior to mailing it to residents.Work completed  Action details Not available
204546 4204546OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works post “NO DUMPING” signs, with the amount of the fine, on the north edge of the Cambridge Health Alliance parking lot on Central Street. (2nd request)Work completed  Action details Not available
204528 4204528ResolutionRequesting the Administration to compile contact information for all utilities, for reporting such issues as low hanging wires and gas leaks, and make it easily accessible on the city’s website.Work completed  Action details Not available
204762 4204762Mayor's RequestRequesting the acceptance of a 27-foot Boston Whaler and corresponding trailer, given to the Police Department by the Boston Police Department, with no match required.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
204759 4204759Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of a $30,000 grant with no new match required, from the MA Department of Environmental Protection to the Office of Sustainability & Environment for school recycling equipment and implementation assistance.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
204756 4204756Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $1,500,000 in a bond for Sewer Rehabilitation and Replacement, as part of the Capital Improvement Program.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
203862 4203862OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works and Arborist implement an inspection and maintenance schedule to prevent the accumulation of trash, invasive plants, trees and weeds along the entire Community Path.Work completed  Action details Not available
203833 4203833OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works direct the appropriate utility to remove the suspended double pole at 4 Howard Street.Work completed  Action details Not available
203835 4203835OrderThat the Director of SPCD prioritize Cameron Avenue for repaving.Work completed  Action details Not available
203872 4203872OrderThat the Building Department not issue any demolition permits until a rodent elimination program has been completed by the applicant, and provide an explanation to this Board whenever a permit is issued without a completed program.Work completed  Action details Not available
204367 4204367OrderThat the Director of Parks and Recreation report back to this Board whether chain link fencing was represented in the original plans for Lincoln Park.Work completed  Action details Not available
204377 4204377OrderThat the Superintendent of Inspectional Services and the City Solicitor appear at this Board's November 9, 2017 meeting to discuss why developers have gotten building permits without meeting pre-conditions specified in zoning decisions, how the City can more effectively monitor projects for compliance with zoning conditions and other requirements, and what fines and penalties can be levied to deter future violations.Laid on the table  Action details Not available
204634 4204634OrderThat the Director of Health and Human Services provide the Committee on Public Health and Safety with a report, within 30 days, on plans to use any proceeds realized from medical marijuana facilities.Work completed  Action details Not available
204635 4204635ResolutionThat the Administration and the Chief of Police provide feedback on military technology and weapons capability and capacity.Work completed  Action details Not available
204636 4204636ResolutionThat the Administration discuss the issue of pedestrian and traffic safety as it relates to sidewalk and roadway closings due to construction.Work completed  Action details Not available
204758 4204758Mayor's RequestRequesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $7,747.68 using available funds in the Sewer Department.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
202334 4202334OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works address the ongoing graffiti on the Sacramento Street underpass and use a product to cover graffiti more permanently, and improve the lighting there as well.Work completed  Action details Not available
202724 4202724ResolutionThat the Superintendent of Schools look into how trash is kept at the Healy School, to prevent rodent activity.Work completed  Action details Not available
202727 4202727OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works work with the Mayor, Representative Provost and Senator Jehlen to get the appropriate state agency to clean state-owned trash-filled land on the east and west sides of the Central Street Bridge.Work completed  Action details Not available
202731 4202731ResolutionThat the Administration consider providing a sprinkler and irrigation system for Prospect Hill Park.Work completed  Action details Not available
202765 4202765OrderThat the City Engineer and the Commissioner of Public Works implement an accessible pedestrian walkway on Poplar Street, surrounding ARTFARM, in anticipation of its future development.Work completed  Action details Not available
202774 4202774OrderThat the Director of SPCD request information from MA DOT about the jersey barriers and asphalt triangle at McGrath Highway, approaching the overpass, and request that the space be converted to permeable green space if there are no further changes planned for the intersection.Work completed  Action details Not available
202784 4202784ResolutionThat the Administration develop a policy for temporary crosswalk painting or other measures to protect pedestrians when road work or other conditions prevent the immediate re-striping of road markings.Work completed  Action details Not available
202873 4202873OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works replace the sidewalk panels on Highland Avenue, from the Veteran's Honor Roll to Putnam Avenue.Work completed  Action details Not available
203270 4203270ResolutionThat the Administration inform this Board of an action plan for the parking lot at the Cummings School, as parked vehicles obstruct the basketball court.Work completed  Action details Not available
202934 4202934OrderThat the Director of SPCD consider placing Pitman Street on the 2017 street resurfacing list.Work completed  Action details Not available
203450 4203450OrderThat the City Engineer inspect the intersection of Ware Street and Russell Road, and Russell Road from #s 7 to 35, for the potential of more sink holes.Work completed  Action details Not available
203510 4203510OrderThat the Director of Engineering install the four curb cuts near Maxwell’s Green that the city has committed to installing, and notify the Ward 5 Alderman of the timeline for their installation.Work completed  Action details Not available
203514 4203514OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works remove the overgrowth from the rock outcrop behind the field house at Powderhouse Park, extending to the pedestrian walkway.Work completed  Action details Not available
203797 4203797OrderThat the Director of Water and Sewers repair the storm drain/catch basin that is sinking below the street surface on the south side of Kidder Avenue, by the Brown School near Willow Avenue.Work completed  Action details Not available
203794 4203794OrderThat the Director of Water and Sewers repair the depression around the sewer at the corner of Porter and Summer Streets.Work completed  Action details Not available
203947 4203947OrderThat the Director of Engineering inspect the 41 Elmwood Street area for continual water and sewage flooding when severe rain storms occur.Work completed  Action details Not available
202254 4202254OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works provide a disposition for the replacement of a tree that was removed at 27 Dane Avenue, and explain why repeated requests for tree replacements through 311 have not been answered.Work completed  Action details Not available
202266 4202266OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works provide an explanation for recycled trash being collected by non-recycling trash companies.Work completed  Action details Not available
202305 4202305OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works remove the tree at 151 Pearl Street.Work completed  Action details Not available
202307 4202307OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works take the actions described within regarding the West Somerville Neighborhood School playground.Work completed  Action details Not available