208874
| 1 | 208874 | License | Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 123 Packard Ave. | Approved | |
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208829
| 1 | 208829 | Communication | Conveying the Open Space Creation Task Force Strategy Memo. | Placed on file | |
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208815
| 1 | 208815 | Ordinance | Proposing a revised amendment to the Municipal Ordinances to provide public oversight over the procurement and usage of surveillance technology, including a summary of the major revisions. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208851
| 1 | 208851 | Committee Report | Report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on September 4, 2019. | Approved | |
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208853
| 1 | 208853 | Committee Report | Report of the Committee on Public Utilities and Public Works, meeting on September 4, 2019. | Approved | |
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208848
| 1 | 208848 | Committee Report | Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on September 10, 2019. | Approved | |
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208852
| 1 | 208852 | Committee Report | Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on September 11, 2019. | Approved | |
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208847
| 1 | 208847 | Committee Report | Report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on September 12, 2019. | Approved | |
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208796
| 1 | 208796 | Roll Call | Call of the Roll. | Placed on file | |
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208797
| 1 | 208797 | Minutes | Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, July 11, 2019. | Approved | |
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208864
| 1 | 208864 | Public Event | Public Event License, City 9/11 Vigil, Community Path from Cedar St to Davis Sq Slip Lane Park, Sep 11, 5:30-7:30PM. | Approved | |
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208865
| 1 | 208865 | Public Event | Public Event License, Murdock St Block Party, Sep 14, 11:45AM-4:15PM (raindate Sep 15). | Approved | |
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208866
| 1 | 208866 | Public Event | Public Event License, Greene St Block Party, Sep 14, 1-10PM (raindate Sep 15). | Approved | |
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208867
| 1 | 208867 | Public Event | Public Event License, Oxford St Block Party, Sep 21, 1-11:30PM (raindate Sep 22). | Approved | |
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208868
| 1 | 208868 | Public Event | Public Event License, Windsor Rd Block Party, Sep 21, 1:30-5:30PM (raindate Sep 22). | Approved | |
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208869
| 1 | 208869 | Public Event | Public Event License, Virginia St Block Party, Sep 22, 3-8PM. | Approved | |
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208870
| 1 | 208870 | Public Event | Public Event License, Groundwork Somerville Harvest Gala, South St Farm, Sep 27, 3-9PM. | Approved | |
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208871
| 1 | 208871 | Withdrawn | Withdrawn. | Withdrawn | |
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208872
| 1 | 208872 | Public Event | Public Event License, Lake St Neighborway Block Party, Hawkins St and Lake St from Hawkins St to Oliver Sq , Sep 28, 9AM-1:30PM (raindate Sep 29). | Approved | |
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208873
| 1 | 208873 | Public Event | Public Event License, Autumn St Block Party, from Bonair St to Louisburg Pl, Sep 29, 11:30AM-5PM (raindate Oct 6). | Approved | |
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208875
| 1 | 208875 | License | Renewing Lodging House License, Delta Tau Delta, 98 Professors Row. | Approved | |
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208876
| 1 | 208876 | License | New Extended Operating Hours License, McDonalds, 14 McGrath Hwy, for 24/7 operation for take-out service only. | Approved | |
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208798
| 1 | 208798 | Small Wireless Facility | Small Wireless Facility License, ExteNet Systems attaching small cell equipment on a new pole replacing an existing pole at Trum Playground, 546 Broadway. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208799
| 1 | 208799 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 78 feet of conduit in Cutter St from Pole 90/4 to a point of pickup at 31 Cutter St. | Approved | |
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208800
| 1 | 208800 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 76 feet of conduit in Farragut Ave from Pole 220/1 to a point of pickup at the rear of 1244-1248 Broadway. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208801
| 1 | 208801 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 65 feet of conduit in Washington St from Manhole #15060 to a point of pickup at 130 Washington St. | Approved | |
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208803
| 1 | 208803 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 34 feet of conduit in Murdock St from Pole 246/2 to a point of pickup at 17-25 Murdock St. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208804
| 1 | 208804 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 29 feet of conduit in Gilman St from Pole 142/12 to a point of pickup at 108 Gilman St. | Approved | |
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208877
| 1 | 208877 | Officer's Communication | Hampshire LLC proposing a zoning amendment to re-zone their property at 22 Murdock St to UR. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208878
| 1 | 208878 | Officer's Communication | Dean Matarazzo proposing a zoning amendment to re-zone their property at 13 Garfield Ave to UR. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208879
| 1 | 208879 | Officer's Communication | Joy St LTD Partnership proposing a zoning amendment to re-zone their property at 86 Joy St to MR4. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208880
| 1 | 208880 | Officer's Communication | Sciucco Family Trust proposing a zoning amendment to re-zone their property at 379 Alewife Brook Pkwy to MR4 or MR5. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208881
| 1 | 208881 | Public Communication | Black Economic Council of MA supporting a Resolution calling for a Disparity Study. | Placed on file | |
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208802
| 1 | 208802 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 40 feet of conduit in Linwood St from Manhole #22012 to a point of pickup at 32 Linwood St. | Approved | |
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208882
| 1 | 208882 | Public Communication | Welcome Project supporting a Resolution calling for a Disparity Study. | Placed on file | |
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208883
| 1 | 208883 | Public Communication | 2 residents submitting comments re: the deployment of 5G small wireless facilities. | Placed on file | |
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208884
| 1 | 208884 | Public Communication | 117 residents submitting comments re: the role of the Somerville Police in Boston's Straight Pride Parade on Aug 31. | Placed on file | |
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208899
| 1 | 208899 | Officer's Communication | Jack Saade proposing a zoning amendment to re-zone their property at 453 Somerville Ave to UR. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208900
| 1 | 208900 | Public Communication | Renee Scott submitting comments re: Agenda #10 (#21627), affirming a federal Green New Deal. | Placed on file | |
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208898
| 1 | 208898 | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, Manet Contracting. | Approved | |
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208898
| 2 | 208898 | License | Renewing Drainlayer's License, Manet Contracting. | Mayoral Approval | |
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208850
| 2 | 208850 | Order | That the City Solicitor review the language in the Community Benefits Agreement between the Union Square Neighborhood Council and US2 and advise this Council of any amendments to be enacted. | Approved | |
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208901
| 2 | 208901 | Order | That the Director of SPCD and the Chief of Police update this Council on what is being done in the wake of the two deaths in two different hit and run incidents on Mystic Avenue. | Approved | |
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208902
| 2 | 208902 | Order | That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management inspect three sink holes on Franklin Avenue and take appropriate action. | Approved | |
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208903
| 2 | 208903 | Order | That the Chief of Police provide details at the intersections of McGrath Highway with Pearl Street and with Broadway when children are traveling to school. | Approved | |
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208904
| 2 | 208904 | Order | That the Director of Inspectional Services inspect Gilman and Aldrich Streets regularly for trash and other violations that increase rodent activities and report back to the Ward One Councilor on any fines issued. | Approved | |
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208905
| 2 | 208905 | Order | That the Chief of Police direct vehicle and bike patrols around Chuckie Harris Park between 8-10AM and 4-6PM to discourage public drinking and drug use. | Approved | |
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208906
| 2 | 208906 | Resolution | That the Licensing Commission investigate the serving of alcohol to inebriated customers from liquor stores along East Broadway and propose solutions to address over-serving and littering. | Approved | |
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208907
| 2 | 208907 | Order | That the City Arborist replace the dead tree across from 52 Pearl Street. (3rd request). | Approved | |
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208908
| 2 | 208908 | Order | That the Director of Parking move the STOP sign at Pearl and Myrtle Streets to a more visible location and install a blinking STOP sign there. | Approved | |
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208909
| 2 | 208909 | Order | That the City Solicitor advise this Council on the process to request the lowering of speed limits on state roadways within the city. | Approved | |
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208910
| 2 | 208910 | Resolution | That the Administration report to this Council on implementation of the Vulnerable Road Users Ordinance including, without limitation, application to FW Russell Disposal. | Approved | |
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208849
| 2 | 208849 | Resolution | That representatives of the Union Square Neighborhood Council and US2 appear before this Council's Finance Committee to present a checklist of items contained in the Community Benefits Agreement, along with their associated time-lines for completion. | Approved | |
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208802
| 2 | 208802 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 40 feet of conduit in Linwood St from Manhole #22012 to a point of pickup at 32 Linwood St. | Mayoral Approval | |
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208886
| 2 | 208886 | Order | That the Chief of Police report to this Council on the state of gang activity in the City. | Approved | |
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208889
| 2 | 208889 | Order | That the Director of Parking install 4-hour maximum parking signs on Fellsway West. | Approved | |
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208890
| 2 | 208890 | Order | That the Commissioner of Public Works clean inside the metal barrel holders in and around Foss Park in addition to emptying them. | Approved | |
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208891
| 2 | 208891 | Order | That the Director of SPCD deploy traffic calming measures on Jacques Street. | Approved | |
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208887
| 2 | 208887 | Order | That the Director of SPCD investigate the discriminatory practices of Bungelow Housing regarding their refusal to lease to Section 8 tenants. | Approved | |
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208888
| 2 | 208888 | Order | That the Director of SPCD report to this Council on the effectiveness of the Winter Hill in Motion plan and its impact on congestion. | Approved | |
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208885
| 2 | 208885 | Communication | In her capacity as President, appointing City Councilors Stephanie Hirsch, Wilfred Mbah, and Katjana Ballantyne to serve on the Special Committee on Equity, Gender, Families and Vulnerable Populations, with Councilor Hirsch serving as Chair. | Placed on file | |
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208892
| 2 | 208892 | Resolution | Supporting House H.2848, an Act to Ensure Gas Safety and Consumer Fairness. | Laid on the table | |
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208893
| 2 | 208893 | Resolution | Supporting House H.2849 and Senate S.1940, an Act for Utility Transition to Using Renewable Energy (Future). | Laid on the table | |
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208804
| 2 | 208804 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 29 feet of conduit in Gilman St from Pole 142/12 to a point of pickup at 108 Gilman St. | Mayoral Approval | |
Action details
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208801
| 2 | 208801 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 65 feet of conduit in Washington St from Manhole #15060 to a point of pickup at 130 Washington St. | Mayoral Approval | |
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208799
| 2 | 208799 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 78 feet of conduit in Cutter St from Pole 90/4 to a point of pickup at 31 Cutter St. | Mayoral Approval | |
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208876
| 2 | 208876 | License | New Extended Operating Hours License, McDonalds, 14 McGrath Hwy, for 24/7 operation for take-out service only. | Mayoral Approval | |
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208875
| 2 | 208875 | License | Renewing Lodging House License, Delta Tau Delta, 98 Professors Row. | Mayoral Approval | |
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208873
| 2 | 208873 | Public Event | Public Event License, Autumn St Block Party, from Bonair St to Louisburg Pl, Sep 29, 11:30AM-5PM (raindate Oct 6). | Mayoral Approval | |
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208872
| 2 | 208872 | Public Event | Public Event License, Lake St Neighborway Block Party, Hawkins St and Lake St from Hawkins St to Oliver Sq , Sep 28, 9AM-1:30PM (raindate Sep 29). | Mayoral Approval | |
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208870
| 2 | 208870 | Public Event | Public Event License, Groundwork Somerville Harvest Gala, South St Farm, Sep 27, 3-9PM. | Mayoral Approval | |
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208869
| 2 | 208869 | Public Event | Public Event License, Virginia St Block Party, Sep 22, 3-8PM. | Mayoral Approval | |
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208868
| 2 | 208868 | Public Event | Public Event License, Windsor Rd Block Party, Sep 21, 1:30-5:30PM (raindate Sep 22). | Mayoral Approval | |
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208867
| 2 | 208867 | Public Event | Public Event License, Oxford St Block Party, Sep 21, 1-11:30PM (raindate Sep 22). | Mayoral Approval | |
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208866
| 2 | 208866 | Public Event | Public Event License, Greene St Block Party, Sep 14, 1-10PM (raindate Sep 15). | Mayoral Approval | |
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208865
| 2 | 208865 | Public Event | Public Event License, Murdock St Block Party, Sep 14, 11:45AM-4:15PM (raindate Sep 15). | Mayoral Approval | |
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208864
| 2 | 208864 | Public Event | Public Event License, City 9/11 Vigil, Community Path from Cedar St to Davis Sq Slip Lane Park, Sep 11, 5:30-7:30PM. | Mayoral Approval | |
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208844
| 2 | 208844 | Order | That the Director of SPCD report to this Council on actions, communications and collaboration with State agencies to improve pedestrian safety in the Mystic Avenue area by I-93, following the death of two pedestrians hit by motor vehicles there. | Approved | |
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208845
| 2 | 208845 | Order | That the Director of SPCD report to this Council on the safety of pedestrians at the intersection of Broadway and Norwood Avenue, following serious injury to a pedestrian there, and whether a crosswalk is needed. | Approved | |
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208846
| 2 | 208846 | Order | That the Director of SPCD report to this Council with ridership data for the City’s “Bridge Hopper” shuttle to assess whether it has been worthwhile and whether there should be changes to its operation. (2nd request) | Approved | |
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208809
| 2 | 208809 | Resolution | That the Administration initiate a Disparity Study to formally evaluate whether Somerville has a basis for implementing race- and gender-conscious contracting policies, and to serve as a baseline for future equity-based policies. | Approved | |
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208810
| 2 | 208810 | Resolution | That the Administration consider ways to encourage the Somerville YMCA to relocate in or near Union Square in order to fulfill the goal of a new community center for people of all ages in Union Square. | Approved | |
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208842
| 2 | 208842 | Resolution | That the Administration provide this Council with a copy of any signed NEMLEC Mutual Aid Agreement currently in effect. | Approved | |
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208843
| 2 | 208843 | Order | That the Chief of Police or other representative of the Administration report to this Council at its September 12 meeting on the investigation into many allegations of the use of unnecessary force and provocative behavior by Somerville Police against counter-protesters at the Straight Pride Parade in Boston on Aug 31, and further, provide when completed, a written report of the findings of the investigation. | Approved | |
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208830
| 2 | 208830 | Order | That the Director of SPCD address the SomerVision 2040 process to answer questions relative to its design and execution. | Approved | |
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208831
| 2 | 208831 | Order | That the Director of SPCD update this Council regarding the ongoing planning for Boynton Yards. | Approved | |
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208832
| 2 | 208832 | Order | That the Director of SPCD update this Council regarding specific timelines of planning processes for Brickbottom and Union Square East. | Approved | |
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208833
| 2 | 208833 | Order | That the Director of SPCD and the Director of Parking provide this Council with a timeline for implementing resident parking restrictions for certain new developments. | Approved | |
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208834
| 2 | 208834 | Order | That the Chief of Police post a traffic detail at the intersection of Webster Avenue and Prospect Street for the duration of the traffic detours in Union Square that reroute Washington Street traffic through that intersection. | Approved | |
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208835
| 2 | 208835 | Order | That the Director of SPCD return the intersection at Webster Avenue and Washington Street to an exclusive pedestrian crossing interval to increase safety for schoolchildren and other pedestrians. | Approved | |
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208836
| 2 | 208836 | Order | That the Director of Parking, the Director of SPCD and the Chief of Police increase traffic signage and enforcement at the intersection of Webster Avenue and Somerville Avenue to prevent northbound traffic on Webster Avenue from continuing north onto Bow Street or entering Somerville Avenue going in the wrong direction. | Approved | |
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208837
| 2 | 208837 | Order | That the Commissioner of Public Works immediately reassess the signaling at the intersection of Webster Avenue and Prospect Street due to the current unsafe and frustrating conditions there. | Approved | |
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208838
| 2 | 208838 | Order | That the Commissioner of Public Works immediately re-evaluate for usability, the placement of benches on Beacon Street. | Approved | |
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208839
| 2 | 208839 | Order | That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development (Mobility) address this Council regarding handicap accessibility protocols for bus boarding at stops along Beacon Street and other routes in the city and propose remedies for resident concerns. | Approved | |
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208840
| 2 | 208840 | Order | That the Director of SPCD provide this Council with an updated project schedule for the Beacon Street reconstruction project including the current timeline and project milestones being monitored. | Approved | |
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208841
| 2 | 208841 | Order | That the Chief of Police appear before this Council to answer questions regarding the COBRA Unit deployment on Aug 31 for Boston's "Straight Pride Parade", including whether the duty was part of a NEMLEC Mutual Aid Agreement or a voluntary overtime detail opportunity as well as the source of funding for same. | Approved | |
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208805
| 2 | 208805 | Resolution | Affirming the federal Green New Deal resolution by establishing goals, identifying actions necessary to meet these goals, and calling for the federal government to enact policies to advance a Green New Deal. | Approved | |
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208806
| 2 | 208806 | Order | That the City Solicitor draft a Home Rule Petition to establish Broadway as a 25 mph roadway, and include any other municipal roadways within the city which currently exceed 25 mph. | Approved | |
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208807
| 2 | 208807 | Resolution | That the Administration consider a plan that trades off paying a fine by donating to our schools, as described in an attached article. | Approved | |
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208811
| 2 | 208811 | Order | That the Commissioner of Public Works and the Director of SPCD consider less dust-producing surfaces for the Nunziato Dog Park, and present alternatives, in writing, to the Ward 3 City Councilor. | Approved | |
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208812
| 2 | 208812 | Order | That the Commissioner of Public Works instruct all utilities to clearly mark potholes, even temporary ones, created in the course of work in order to prevent bicycle and pedestrian accidents. | Approved | |
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208813
| 2 | 208813 | Order | That the Director of SPCD regularly update the Ward 3 City Councilor on efforts to reduce speeding and congestion on Hamlet Street, including opposite-side parking, street trees, a new Stop Line on the southern end of the street, and planters at the northeast corner by Highland Avenue. | Approved | |
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208814
| 2 | 208814 | Order | That the Director of SPCD update the Ward 3 City Councilor on placing a digital speed board on School Street, just south of Highland Avenue. | Approved | |
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208816
| 2 | 208816 | Order | That the Director of Parks and Recreation provide an update on maintenance activities for the Kennedy School Pool, as well as anticipated staffing and capital spending needs related to aquatics. | Approved | |
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208817
| 2 | 208817 | Order | That the Director of SPCD provide any take-aways on the process of achieving permitting for a large commercial development in Union Square, including zoning, master planning, neighborhood council formation, SRA involvement, use of DIFs, and bonding for infrastructure investments. | Approved | |
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208818
| 2 | 208818 | Order | That the Chief of Police provide a list of fatal or debilitating crashes for the past ten years by victim’s mobility method, including car, bicycle, and pedestrian and including both local and state-managed roads. | Approved | |
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208819
| 2 | 208819 | Order | That the Director of SPCD discuss whether the opening of the casino has impacted car volume in East Somerville. | Approved | |
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208820
| 2 | 208820 | Order | That the Director of Inspectional Services discuss the reasoning for and methods of enforcing the ordinance requiring landlords to post their contact information. | Approved | |
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208821
| 2 | 208821 | Order | That the Director of Health and Human Services discuss ways to avoid children’s contacts with syringes in parks and public spaces. | Approved | |
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208822
| 2 | 208822 | Order | That the Director of Public Works and the Director of Inspectional Services discuss how trash pickup and enforcement occurs during the high-volume move-in weeks. | Approved | |
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208823
| 2 | 208823 | Order | That the Director of SPCD provide information about ensuring that pedestrians on the Community Path can travel safely given the sometimes high speeds and volume of bicycles or scooters. | Approved | |
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208824
| 2 | 208824 | Order | That the Commissioner of Public Works discuss ways of cleaning sidewalks in neighborhoods that have experienced sewage-contaminated flooding on sidewalks. | Approved | |
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208825
| 2 | 208825 | Order | That the Director of Sustainability and the Environment explore the feasibility and utility of mattress recycling, such as Cambridge’s UTEC program, as well as any plans for reusing or recycling other large household items. | Approved | |
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208826
| 2 | 208826 | Order | That the Director of SPCD provide an update on progress made on the 2017 Bicycle Friendly Community report card, including plans for actions steps on metrics where Somerville lags other communities. | Approved | |
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208827
| 2 | 208827 | Order | That the Director of SPCD consider adding in the new zoning, a requirement that larger new buildings have indoor storage for trash, to reduce the addition of rats with new developments. | Approved | |
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208828
| 2 | 208828 | Resolution | That the Administration discuss the feasibility of including information about tax deferral programs in mailings about initiatives like lead paint abatement. | Approved | |
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208874
| 2 | 208874 | License | Renewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 123 Packard Ave. | Mayoral Approval | |
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208808
| 2 | 208808 | Resolution | That the Administration update this Council on the Climate Preparedness Week Resolution (#208611) that was submitted in July. | Approved | |
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208618
| 3 | 208618 | Communication | Reporting on the status of the Open Space Acquisition Task Force and requesting feedback on possible next steps. | Work completed | |
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208598
| 3 | 208598 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 33 feet of conduit in Pearl St from Pole 273/3 to a point of pickup at 14 Pearl St. | Approved with conditions | |
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208599
| 3 | 208599 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 7 feet of conduit in Governor Winthrop Rd from Pole 494/9 to a point of pickup at 70 Governor Winthrop Rd. | Approved with conditions | |
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208600
| 3 | 208600 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 35 feet of conduit in Laurel St from Pole 199/6 to a point of pickup at 36 Laurel St. | Approved with conditions | |
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206893
| 3 | 206893 | Public Communication | Monica Achen submitting comments re: #204755, a request to transfer a City-owned parcel in the North Prospect Block to the Redevelopment Authority. | Work completed | |
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206916
| 3 | 206916 | Public Communication | Andrew Greenspon submitting comments re: #204755, a request to transfer a City-owned parcel in the North Prospect Block to the Redevelopment Authority. | Work completed | |
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207020
| 3 | 207020 | Public Communication | Alex Wheeler submitting comments re: #204755, transferring a City-owned parcel (82-D-1) in the North Prospect Block to the Redevelopment Authority. | Work completed | |
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207021
| 3 | 207021 | Public Communication | Meagan Maguire submitting comments re: #204755, transferring a City-owned parcel (82-D-1) in the North Prospect Block to the Redevelopment Authority. | Work completed | |
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208226
| 3 | 208226 | Public Communication | MBTA GLX Program Manager responding to #207736, #207737, and #207890, 3 resolutions calling for accessibility, design, and community path enhancements. | Work completed | |
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208807
| 3 | 208807 | Resolution | That the Administration consider a plan that trades off paying a fine by donating to our schools, as described in an attached article. | Approved | |
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208854
| 3 | 208854 | Mayor's Request | Requesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $2,745,543.06 in a bond to fund Union Square Revitalization Plan eminent domain settlements. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208855
| 3 | 208855 | Mayor's Request | Requesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $900,000 for participation in the MWRA Lead LIne Replacement Program. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208863
| 3 | 208863 | Communication | Police Chief requesting to brief this Council upon completion of the review of police actions at the Boston Straight Pride Parade. | Placed on file | |
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208857
| 3 | 208857 | Mayor's Request | Requesting the supplemental appropriation of $30,719 to the Communications and Community Engagement Salary and Wages Temporary Account to hire a temporary US Census 2020 Complete Count Coordinator. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208862
| 3 | 208862 | Ordinance | Assistant City Solicitor submitting an Ordinance to regulate Small Wireless Facilities in the Public Right of Way. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208881
| 3 | 208881 | Public Communication | Black Economic Council of MA supporting a Resolution calling for a Disparity Study. | Kept in committee | |
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208887
| 3 | 208887 | Order | That the Director of SPCD investigate the discriminatory practices of Bungelow Housing regarding their refusal to lease to Section 8 tenants. | Approved | |
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208882
| 3 | 208882 | Public Communication | Welcome Project supporting a Resolution calling for a Disparity Study. | Kept in committee | |
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208849
| 3 | 208849 | Resolution | That representatives of the Union Square Neighborhood Council and US2 appear before this Council's Finance Committee to present a checklist of items contained in the Community Benefits Agreement, along with their associated time-lines for completion. | Approved | |
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208884
| 3 | 208884 | Public Communication | 117 residents submitting comments re: the role of the Somerville Police in Boston's Straight Pride Parade on Aug 31. | Kept in committee | |
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208850
| 3 | 208850 | Order | That the City Solicitor review the language in the Community Benefits Agreement between the Union Square Neighborhood Council and US2 and advise this Council of any amendments to be enacted. | Approved | |
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208843
| 4 | 208843 | Order | That the Chief of Police or other representative of the Administration report to this Council at its September 12 meeting on the investigation into many allegations of the use of unnecessary force and provocative behavior by Somerville Police against counter-protesters at the Straight Pride Parade in Boston on Aug 31, and further, provide when completed, a written report of the findings of the investigation. | Kept in committee | |
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208842
| 4 | 208842 | Resolution | That the Administration provide this Council with a copy of any signed NEMLEC Mutual Aid Agreement currently in effect. | Kept in committee | |
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208810
| 4 | 208810 | Resolution | That the Administration consider ways to encourage the Somerville YMCA to relocate in or near Union Square in order to fulfill the goal of a new community center for people of all ages in Union Square. | Kept in committee | |
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208841
| 4 | 208841 | Order | That the Chief of Police appear before this Council to answer questions regarding the COBRA Unit deployment on Aug 31 for Boston's "Straight Pride Parade", including whether the duty was part of a NEMLEC Mutual Aid Agreement or a voluntary overtime detail opportunity as well as the source of funding for same. | Kept in committee | |
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208233
| 4 | 208233 | Order | That the Director of Traffic and Parking require Eversource to re-paint the bike markings once they finish their work which may have required them to dig up city roads. | Work completed | |
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208263
| 4 | 208263 | Resolution | That the Administration provide this Council with a list of the all the shops, both union and non-union, being used by Suffolk Construction on the construction of the new high school. | Work completed | |
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208264
| 4 | 208264 | Resolution | That the Administration inform this Council of any efforts by Suffolk Construction to hire Somerville residents, both union and non-union, for the high school project. | Work completed | |
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207889
| 4 | 207889 | Order | That the Director of SPCD help create a new high-quality open public space in Union Square by actively supporting the community-led “Alternative Design” for the D-2 Parcel, and urgently work to identify opportunities to help offset the added cost of locating the proposed parking garage underground. | Work completed | |
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207906
| 4 | 207906 | Public Communication | Friends of the Community Path submitting comments re: #x, a Resolution to address 3 primary safety issues on the Community Path Extension between Washington St and Lechmere Station. | Work completed | |
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206940
| 4 | 206940 | Order | That the Director of SPCD provide this Board with data on the longevity of minority-owned businesses in the city and ways in which the city is working to preserve them. | Work completed | |
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206226
| 4 | 206226 | Resolution | That the Administration staff a contracted or salaried person with experience in systems architecture and coding, to integrate and link existing and new systems so they can support wrap-around services. | Work completed | |
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203876
| 4 | 203876 | Order | That the City Solicitor provide this Board with a written opinion on #203709 re: using area standard contractors, by the July 10, 2017 meeting of the Committee on Housing and Community Development. | Work completed | |
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208600
| 4 | 208600 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 35 feet of conduit in Laurel St from Pole 199/6 to a point of pickup at 36 Laurel St. | Mayoral Approval | |
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208667
| 4 | 208667 | Resolution | That a representative from Eversource appear before this Council’s Committee on Public Utilities and Public Works to discuss problems with Eversource’s work being performed in a timely manner. | Work completed | |
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208895
| 4 | 208895 | Mayor's Request | Requesting acceptance of a $105,555.55 grant with no new match required, from the Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for maritime equipment. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208896
| 4 | 208896 | Mayor's Request | Requesting acceptance of a $100,000 grant with no new match required, from the Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for expenditures and backfill/overtime for the Special Response Team. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208599
| 4 | 208599 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 7 feet of conduit in Governor Winthrop Rd from Pole 494/9 to a point of pickup at 70 Governor Winthrop Rd. | Mayoral Approval | |
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208598
| 4 | 208598 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 33 feet of conduit in Pearl St from Pole 273/3 to a point of pickup at 14 Pearl St. | Mayoral Approval | |
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208484
| 4 | 208484 | Order | That the Director of SPCD disclose where the public may find information about current applications for adult-use recreational marijuana store licenses. | Work completed | |
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208489
| 4 | 208489 | Order | That the Director of Inspectional Services issue fines as appropriate the owner of 33-35 Barton Street for vegetation growing into the public way along Hamilton Road. | Work completed | |
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208615
| 4 | 208615 | Resolution | That the Administration consider expanding the Marijuana Advisory Committee to include communities that have been disproportionately harmed by marijuana prohibition, advocates working in this area, and members of the public with related expertise, and consider other steps to increase transparency in the selection process. | Work completed | |
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208860
| 4 | 208860 | Mayor's Request | Requesting acceptance of a $43,600 grant with no new match required, from the Mass Cultural Council to the Arts Council to support the LCC re-grant program. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208861
| 4 | 208861 | Mayor's Request | Requesting acceptance of a $11,500 grant with no new match required, from the Mass Cultural Council to the Arts Council for supporting operational costs. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208858
| 4 | 208858 | Mayor's Request | Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $58,056.94 using available funds in various DPW General Fund Accounts. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208794
| 4 | 208794 | Order | That the City Clerk invite an Eversource Electric representative to appear before the Committee on Public Utilities and Public Works at its meeting on September 4 at 6PM. | Work completed | |
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208859
| 4 | 208859 | Mayor's Request | Requesting acceptance of a $191,075 grant with no new match required, from the MA Department of Energy Resources Green Communities Division to the Office of Sustainability & Environment for energy efficiency projects in school and administrative buildings. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208897
| 4 | 208897 | Mayor's Request | Requesting acceptance of a $50,459.46 grant with no new match required, from the Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for expenditures for the purchase of a Prime Mover. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208894
| 4 | 208894 | Mayor's Request | Requesting acceptance of a $298,280 grant with no new match required, from the MA Department of Mental Health to the Police Department, for Crisis Intervention Team training. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208704
| 5 | 208704 | Mayor's Request | Requesting approval of an Amended Grant of Tieback Easement as part of the GLX project. | Approved | |
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208634
| 5 | 208634 | Communication | Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Ryan Sullivan as a Reserve Police Officer. | Approved | |
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208629
| 5 | 208629 | Mayor's Request | Requesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $550,000 in a bond for a custom Fire Pumper. | Approved | |
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204231
| 5 | 204231 | Communication | Assistant City Solicitor responding to #203876, requesting an opinion on #203709, which recommended the use of Area Standard Contractors. | Work completed | |
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203709
| 5 | 203709 | Resolution | That the US2 Master Developers use Area Standard Contractors for the construction of development parcels in Union Square. | Work completed | |
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206061
| 5 | 206061 | Order | That the Commissioner of Public Works repair the water feature at the Walnut Street playground so it doesn't spray onto the slide, and replace the deteriorating rubber mat beneath the play structure. | Work completed | |
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206063
| 5 | 206063 | Order | That the appropriate city department assist Teen Empowerment with their previously requested removal of old furniture and repairs to the roof. | Work completed | |
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207192
| 5 | 207192 | Order | That the City Engineer advise this Board as to what use the city can make of the information received under the proposed gas leak ordinance, and what additional capacity would be needed to maximize that use. | Work completed | |
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207714
| 5 | 207714 | Order | That the Director of SPCD apprise this Council on the redesign of the various GLX stations with respect to the removal of elevators and the accommodations that had been made to provide reasonable access for all users. | Work completed | |
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207735
| 5 | 207735 | Resolution | Calling for improved accessibility at the forthcoming Union Square Green Line Station. | Work completed | |
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207736
| 5 | 207736 | Resolution | Calling for accessibility and safety improvements at the 7 forthcoming Green Line Stations. | Work completed | |
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207369
| 5 | 207369 | Order | That the Director of SPCD report to this Board on possible incentives the City could offer to so-called "High Road" businesses. | Work completed | |
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208355
| 5 | 208355 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 133 feet of conduit in Chestnut St from Manhole #27931 to a point of pickup at 28 Fitchburg St. | Approved with conditions | |
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208356
| 5 | 208356 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 56 feet of conduit in Beacon St from Utility Pole 24/13 to a point of pickup at 104 Beacon St. | Approved with conditions | |
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208863
| 5 | 208863 | Communication | Police Chief requesting to brief this Council upon completion of the review of police actions at the Boston Straight Pride Parade. | Kept in committee | |
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208805
| 5 | 208805 | Resolution | Affirming the federal Green New Deal resolution by establishing goals, identifying actions necessary to meet these goals, and calling for the federal government to enact policies to advance a Green New Deal. | Kept in committee | |
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208809
| 5 | 208809 | Resolution | That the Administration initiate a Disparity Study to formally evaluate whether Somerville has a basis for implementing race- and gender-conscious contracting policies, and to serve as a baseline for future equity-based policies. | Kept in committee | |
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208856
| 5 | 208856 | Mayor's Request | Requesting the repurposing of $200,000 in CPA funds awarded to the City's Capital Project Division for the rehabilitation of City Hall. | Referred for recommendation | |
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208356
| 6 | 208356 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 56 feet of conduit in Beacon St from Utility Pole 24/13 to a point of pickup at 104 Beacon St. | Mayoral Approval | |
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208530
| 6 | 208530 | Communication | Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Daniel R. Dell'Isola to the position of Reserve Police Officer. | Approved | |
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208355
| 6 | 208355 | Grant of Location | Submitted by Eversource to install 133 feet of conduit in Chestnut St from Manhole #27931 to a point of pickup at 28 Fitchburg St. | Mayoral Approval | |
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207671
| 6 | 207671 | Mayor's Request | Requesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $2,000,000 in a bond for Owner's Project Manager professional services to support the renovation of various buildings recommended in the Building Master Plan. | Approved | |
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207160
| 6 | 207160 | Resolution | That the Administration prioritize the redevelopment of the Healey Schoolyard Tot Lot as soon as the 2019 school year. | Work completed | |
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207341
| 6 | 207341 | Officer's Communication | Special Counsel submitting Notice of D2 Block Eminent Domain Settlements. | Work completed | |
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206154
| 6 | 206154 | Public Communication | Union Square Neighborhood Council Board submitting comments re: US2's proposed development of the D2 parcel in Union Square. | Work completed | |
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208629
| 6 | 208629 | Mayor's Request | Requesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $550,000 in a bond for a custom Fire Pumper. | Mayoral Approval | |
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208634
| 6 | 208634 | Communication | Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Ryan Sullivan as a Reserve Police Officer. | Mayoral Approval | |
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204847
| 6 | 204847 | Order | That the Director of SPCD update this Board on what is being done to preserve minority owned businesses in the city. | Work completed | |
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208704
| 6 | 208704 | Mayor's Request | Requesting approval of an Amended Grant of Tieback Easement as part of the GLX project. | Mayoral Approval | |
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208711
| 6 | 208711 | Mayor's Request | Requesting approval to pay a prior year invoice totaling $7,945.50 using available funds in the Personnel Department Professional and Technical Services Account for pre-employment drug screening. | Approved | |
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208711
| 7 | 208711 | Mayor's Request | Requesting approval to pay a prior year invoice totaling $7,945.50 using available funds in the Personnel Department Professional and Technical Services Account for pre-employment drug screening. | Mayoral Approval | |
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208787
| 7 | 208787 | Mayor's Request | Requesting approval for an extension of time for a Contract with Designlab for construction administration at the West Branch Library, until 12/31/2020. | Approved | |
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208786
| 7 | 208786 | Mayor's Request | Requesting approval for an extension of time for a Contract with Design Technique for construction administration at the West Branch Library, until 12/31/2020. | Approved | |
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