Details 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 City Hall Published agenda: Agenda Published minutes: Minutes   Meeting video: Video   Attachments: Meeting Items (353) 353 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 353. File # Ver. Agenda # Type Title Action Result Action Details Video Data pager Data pager 12  Page 1 of 2, items 1 to 200 of 353. 204742 1 204742 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on November 28, 2017. Approved   Action details Not available 204749 1 204749 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Public Health and Public Safety, meeting on November 29, 2017.phps Approved   Action details Not available 204746 1 204746 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on November 29, 2017. Approved   Action details Not available 204754 1 204754 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on November 30, 2017. Approved   Action details Not available 204747 1 204747 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on December 7, 2017. Approved   Action details Not available 204753 1 204753 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Public Utilities and Public Works, meeting on December 7, 2017. Approved   Action details Not available 204743 1 204743 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on December 5, 2017. Approved   Action details Not available 204744 1 204744 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on December 11, 2017. Approved   Action details Not available 204745 1 204745 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on December 13, 2017. Approved   Action details Not available 204710 1 204710 Roll Call Call of the Roll. Placed on file   Action details Not available 204711 1 204711 Minutes Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, November 9, 2017. Approved   Action details Not available 204722 1 204722 Grant of Location Submitted 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 1 204723 Grant of Location Submitted 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 1 204771 License Transferring 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 1 204772 License New Drainlayer's License, Environic Solutions. Approved   Action details Not available 204773 1 204773 License New Dog Kennel License, Riverdog Daycare, 321 Somerville Ave, 30 dogs maximum, commercial boarding/training. Approved   Action details Not available 204774 1 204774 License New Billiards and Bowling License, Parise's Cafe, 97 Washington St, 1 pool table. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 204775 1 204775 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Boston Burger Company, 37 Davis Sq. Approved   Action details Not available 204776 1 204776 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Pizzeria Posto, 187 Elm St. Approved   Action details Not available 204777 1 204777 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Tony C's Sports Bar and Grill, 699 Assembly Row. Approved   Action details Not available 204778 1 204778 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Soundbites, 704 Broadway. Approved   Action details Not available 204779 1 204779 License Renewing Automatic Amusement Devices License, Lucky Strike, 325 Revolution Dr. Approved   Action details Not available 204780 1 204780 Public Communication MA 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 1 204781 Public Communication FAA Assistant to the Noise Ombudsman responding to #203920 re: Logan air traffic noise. Placed on file   Action details Not available 204783 1 204783 Public Communication 25 residents submitting comments re: #204438, the Union Sq DIF bond. Placed on file   Action details Not available 204784 1 204784 Public Communication 41 residents submitting comments re: #204438, the Union Sq DIF bond. Placed on file   Action details Not available 204785 1 204785 Public Communication Somerville 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 1 204786 Public Communication Mellissa 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 1 204787 Public Communication Stephen 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 1 204788 Public Communication Anosha 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 1 204789 Public Communication Jacob Kramer submitting comments re: #204399, #204400, #204524, and #204525, proposals for affordable housing and jobs linkage fees. Placed on file   Action details Not available 204782 1 204782 Public Communication Green and Open Somerville submitting comments re: #204364, proposed revisions to the Tree Preservation ordinance. Placed on file   Action details Not available 204806 1 204806 License New 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 1 204807 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 1, Mercedes Benz of Boston, 259 McGrath Hwy. Approved   Action details Not available 204808 1 204808 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 1, Smart Center Boston, 257 McGrath Hwy. Approved   Action details Not available 204809 1 204809 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 3, Nissenbaum Auto Parts, 480 Columbia St. Approved   Action details Not available 204810 1 204810 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 3, Nissenbaum Auto Parts, 0 Windsor St. Approved   Action details Not available 204811 1 204811 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 3, Ed's Used Auto Parts, 516 Columbia St. Approved   Action details Not available 204812 1 204812 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Green Automotive, 600 Windsor Pl. Approved   Action details Not available 204813 1 204813 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Alewife Automotive, 395 Alewife Brook Pkwy. Approved   Action details Not available 204814 1 204814 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, L and S Truck Sales, 40 Joy St. Approved   Action details Not available 204815 1 204815 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Automotive Transport Service, 495 Columbia St. Approved   Action details Not available 204816 1 204816 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Pat's Towing, 160 McGrath Hwy. Approved   Action details Not available 204817 1 204817 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Gene Automotive, 56 Joy St. Approved   Action details Not available 204818 1 204818 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Teele Sq Auto, 1284 Broadway. Approved   Action details Not available 204819 1 204819 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Hillside Service Center, 45 Mystic Ave. Approved   Action details Not available 204820 1 204820 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Motorcycles and More, 109 Bailey Rd. Approved   Action details Not available 204821 1 204821 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Broadway Auto Sales, 525 Broadway. Approved   Action details Not available 204822 1 204822 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Leins Auto Repair, 69 Bow St. Approved   Action details Not available 204823 1 204823 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Master Used Cars, 121 Prospect St. Approved   Action details Not available 204824 1 204824 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Broadway Sunoco, 258 Broadway. Approved   Action details Not available 204825 1 204825 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Broadway Brake, 45 Broadway. Approved   Action details Not available 204826 1 204826 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Aris Auto, 3 Craigie St. Approved   Action details Not available 204827 1 204827 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, John's Auto Sales, 181 Somerville Ave. Approved   Action details Not available 204828 1 204828 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Oat Shop, 20 College Ave. Approved   Action details Not available 204829 1 204829 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, The Juice Union, 23A Bow St. Approved   Action details Not available 204830 1 204830 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, The Independent, 75 Union Sq. Approved   Action details Not available 204831 1 204831 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Brass Union, 66 Union Sq. Approved   Action details Not available 204833 1 204833 Public Communication 14 residents submitting comments re: #204438, the Union Sq DIF bond. Placed on file   Action details Not available 204832 1 204832 Officer's Communication SomerStat Analyst submitting rodent management research and data analysis findings and takeaways. Placed on file   Action details Not available 204831 2 204831 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Brass Union, 66 Union Sq. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204790 2 204790 Citation Commending 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 2 204834 Communication In 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 2 204830 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, The Independent, 75 Union Sq. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204829 2 204829 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, The Juice Union, 23A Bow St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204828 2 204828 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Oat Shop, 20 College Ave. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204827 2 204827 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, John's Auto Sales, 181 Somerville Ave. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204826 2 204826 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Aris Auto, 3 Craigie St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204825 2 204825 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Broadway Brake, 45 Broadway. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204824 2 204824 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Broadway Sunoco, 258 Broadway. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204823 2 204823 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Master Used Cars, 121 Prospect St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204822 2 204822 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Leins Auto Repair, 69 Bow St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204821 2 204821 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Broadway Auto Sales, 525 Broadway. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204820 2 204820 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Motorcycles and More, 109 Bailey Rd. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204819 2 204819 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Hillside Service Center, 45 Mystic Ave. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204818 2 204818 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Teele Sq Auto, 1284 Broadway. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204817 2 204817 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Gene Automotive, 56 Joy St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204816 2 204816 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Pat's Towing, 160 McGrath Hwy. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204815 2 204815 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Automotive Transport Service, 495 Columbia St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204814 2 204814 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, L and S Truck Sales, 40 Joy St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204813 2 204813 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Alewife Automotive, 395 Alewife Brook Pkwy. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204812 2 204812 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Green Automotive, 600 Windsor Pl. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204811 2 204811 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 3, Ed's Used Auto Parts, 516 Columbia St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204810 2 204810 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 3, Nissenbaum Auto Parts, 0 Windsor St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204809 2 204809 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 3, Nissenbaum Auto Parts, 480 Columbia St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204808 2 204808 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 1, Smart Center Boston, 257 McGrath Hwy. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204807 2 204807 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 1, Mercedes Benz of Boston, 259 McGrath Hwy. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204793 2 204793 Ordinance That 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 2 204794 Resolution That 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 204805 2 204805 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Darcy Haynes as Constable. Approved   Action details Not available 204798 2 204798 Communication Reporting on the High School building project. Placed on file   Action details Not available 204795 2 204795 Order That 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 204796 2 204796 Order That 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 2 204797 Order That 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 2 204804 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of James DiFraia as Constable. Approved   Action details Not available 204792 2 204792 Order That 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 204791 2 204791 Order That 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 204779 2 204779 License Renewing Automatic Amusement Devices License, Lucky Strike, 325 Revolution Dr. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204778 2 204778 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Soundbites, 704 Broadway. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204777 2 204777 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Tony C's Sports Bar and Grill, 699 Assembly Row. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204776 2 204776 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Pizzeria Posto, 187 Elm St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204775 2 204775 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Boston Burger Company, 37 Davis Sq. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204773 2 204773 License New Dog Kennel License, Riverdog Daycare, 321 Somerville Ave, 30 dogs maximum, commercial boarding/training. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204772 2 204772 License New Drainlayer's License, Environic Solutions. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204771 2 204771 License Transferring 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 204766 2 204766 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Michael Browne as Constable. Approved   Action details Not available 204767 2 204767 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Berlin Haynes as Constable. Approved   Action details Not available 204723 2 204723 Grant of Location Submitted 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 2 204763 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Alan Bishop as Constable. Approved   Action details Not available 204764 2 204764 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Catello Battinelli II as Constable. Approved   Action details Not available 204765 2 204765 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Mary Battinelli as Constable. Approved   Action details Not available 204722 2 204722 Grant of Location Submitted 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 204750 2 204750 Order That 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 2 204751 Order That 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 2 204752 Resolution That 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 204748 2 204748 Order That 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 204725 2 204725 Resolution That the Administration consider making the entire city a safety zone. Approved   Action details Not available 204726 2 204726 Resolution That the Administration continue to increase the tree canopy by adding 1,000 trees in the next 5 years. Approved   Action details Not available 204727 2 204727 Resolution That 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 2 204728 Order That 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 2 204729 Order That 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 2 204730 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works fill the large sinkhole in the road at 11 Rogers Avenue. Approved   Action details Not available 204731 2 204731 Order That 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 204732 2 204732 Order That 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 204733 2 204733 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking post a NO U-TURN sign on Porter Street at Highland Avenue. Approved   Action details Not available 204734 2 204734 Order That 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 2 204735 Order That 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 2 204736 Order That 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 2 204737 Order That 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 2 204738 Resolution Expressing 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 2 204739 Resolution Expressing 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 2 204740 Resolution Expressing 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 2 204741 Resolution Expressing 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 204601 2 204601 Grant of Location Submitted 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 204724 2 204724 Order That 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 2 204712 Citation Commending 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 2 204713 Citation Commending 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 2 204714 Citation Commending 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 204715 2 204715 Citation Commending 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 204716 2 204716 Citation Commending 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 2 204717 Citation Commending Clerk of Committees Rositha Durham for her outstanding service to this Board and its Committees in 2017. Approved   Action details Not available 204718 2 204718 Citation Commending Assistant Clerk of Committees Peter Forcellese for his outstanding service to this Board and its Committees in 2017. Approved   Action details Not available 204719 2 204719 Citation Commending Assistant Clerk of Committees Charles Sillari for his outstanding service to this Board and its Committees in 2017. Approved   Action details Not available 204720 2 204720 Citation Commending Alderman William A. White, Jr., for his distinguished service as President of this Board in 2017. Approved   Action details Not available 204721 2 204721 Citation Commending Alderman Katjana Ballantyne for her distinguished service as Vice President of this Board in 2017. Approved   Action details Not available 204770 3 204770 Officer's Communication DPW Commissioner responding to various Board Orders submitted 11/21/17. Placed on file   Action details Not available 204768 3 204768 Officer's Communication Director of Health and Human Services submitting The Wellbeing of Somerville Report 2017. Placed on file   Action details Not available 204765 3 204765 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Mary Battinelli as Constable. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204764 3 204764 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Catello Battinelli II as Constable. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204763 3 204763 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Alan Bishop as Constable. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204767 3 204767 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Berlin Haynes as Constable. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204766 3 204766 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Michael Browne as Constable. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204804 3 204804 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of James DiFraia as Constable. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204805 3 204805 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Darcy Haynes as Constable. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 204801 3 204801 Communication Requesting the appointment of Michael McCarey to the position of Police Sergeant. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 204802 3 204802 Communication Requesting the appointment of Sean Sylvester to the position of Police Sergeant. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 204803 3 204803 Communication Requesting the appointment of James Slattery to the position of Police Sergeant. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 204799 3 204799 Communication Requesting the appointment of Michael Kennelly to the position of Police Lieutenant. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 204800 3 204800 Communication Requesting the appointment of Michael Kiely to the position of Police Lieutenant. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 204511 3 204511 Public Communication Tufts University submitting its Fall 2017 University Accountability report. Work completed   Action details Not available 204512 3 204512 Public Communication Harvard University submitting its Fall 2017 University Accountability report. Work completed   Action details Not available 204546 4 204546 Order That 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 204549 4 204549 Order That the City Engineer, the Commissioner of Public Works, and the Water Director repair the pavement on Carver Street. Work completed   Action details Not available 204528 4 204528 Resolution Requesting 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 203862 4 203862 Order That 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 4 203833 Order That 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 4 203835 Order That the Director of SPCD prioritize Cameron Avenue for repaving. Work completed   Action details Not available 203872 4 203872 Order That 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 203873 4 203873 Order That the Director of SPCD repave Otis Street. Work completed   Action details Not available 203947 4 203947 Order That 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 203951 4 203951 Order That the Director of SPCD inform the Ward 2 Alderman of the impact of new designs for Inman Square traffic on Lincoln Park neighborhoods, including any changes to MBTA service, and post this information as an FAQ on the city’s website. Work completed   Action details Not available 203964 4 203964 Order That all future Eversource requests be tabled by this Board until a signed commitment for better communication by Eversource is enacted. Placed on file   Action details Not available 203970 4 203970 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works inform this Board of the city's new policies for utility companies to remove double poles and address low hanging wires. Work completed   Action details Not available 202934 4 202934 Order That the Director of SPCD consider placing Pitman Street on the 2017 street resurfacing list. Work completed   Action details Not available 203724 4 203724 Order That the Director of SPCD consider placing a bump-out at the corner of Lowell and Summer Streets. Work completed   Action details Not available 203803 4 203803 Order That the Director of SPCD coordinate with the Director of Traffic and Parking on all parking restrictions related to park and other construction projects, to ensure ample notice of parking restrictions to neighbors. Work completed   Action details Not available 204219 4 204219 Resolution That the Administration submit a funding proposal for a Priority Streets contract to address sidewalk panels that need replacement. Work completed   Action details Not available 204220 4 204220 Order That the Water Director clean all of the catch basins on Somerville Avenue. Work completed   Action details Not available 204240 4 204240 Resolution That the Administration update this Board on a process to notify utilities in advance when streets will be opened, so gas leaks can be addressed, including the date and location of notifications that have been provided in the past year. Work completed   Action details Not available 204306 4 204306 Order That the Director of SPCD contact the MBTA to confirm changes to Bus Route #91, then report back to this Board why they were made and how they will be communicated to residents. Work completed   Action details Not available 204307 4 204307 Order That the Director of SPCD report to the MBTA the variation of routes drivers use for the #91 and #86 buses, and inquire as to the permanent routes the drivers should be using. Work completed   Action details Not available 204308 4 204308 Order That the Director of SPCD commission a transportation study of the Union Square area to determine the current state of traffic, then present the findings at a community meeting. Work completed   Action details Not available 204366 4 204366 Order That the Director of Parks and Recreation instruct the contractor for the Lincoln Park reconstruction to put up tarps or mesh shields to protect residents of Fremont and Parker Streets from dirt blowing into their houses during construction. Work completed   Action details Not available 204367 4 204367 Order That 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 204368 4 204368 Order That the Director of Parks and Recreation report back to this Board on whether the intensity of the excavation at Lincoln Park was factored into construction plans, and what steps will be taken to evaluate its impact on properties abutting the park. Work completed   Action details Not available 204370 4 204370 Order That the Director of Water and Sewer inform this Board whether it is protocol to notify residents of excessive water usage on their property, the means by which that is done, and the recourse residents have if they were not notified. Work completed   Action details Not available 204371 4 204371 Order That the Director of Water and Sewer explain to this Board any customer service offered to residents who question their water bills. Work completed   Action details Not available 204377 4 204377 Order That 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 204392 4 204392 Order That the Director of SPCD consider allowing a representative and/or resident from Prospect Hill to be involved in the selection of a Landscape Architect for the renovation of Prospect Hill Park. Work completed   Action details Not available 204354 4 204354 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works replace the removed tree stump at 6 Barton Street with a tree. Work completed   Action details Not available 203797 4 203797 Order That 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 4 203794 Order That 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 202254 4 202254 Order That 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 4 202266 Order That 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 4 202305 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works remove the tree at 151 Pearl Street. Work completed   Action details Not available 202307 4 202307 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works take the actions described within regarding the West Somerville Neighborhood School playground. Work completed   Action details Not available 202334 4 202334 Order That 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 4 202724 Resolution That 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 4 202727 Order That 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 4 202731 Resolution That the Administration consider providing a sprinkler and irrigation system for Prospect Hill Park. Work completed   Action details Not available