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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 9/12/2019 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: City Council Chamber-City Hall-93 Highland Avenue
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208874 1208874LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 123 Packard Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
208829 1208829CommunicationConveying the Open Space Creation Task Force Strategy Memo.Placed on file  Action details Not available
208815 1208815OrdinanceProposing 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  Action details Not available
208851 1208851Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on September 4, 2019.Approved  Action details Not available
208853 1208853Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Public Utilities and Public Works, meeting on September 4, 2019.Approved  Action details Not available
208848 1208848Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole on September 10, 2019.Approved  Action details Not available
208852 1208852Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on September 11, 2019.Approved  Action details Not available
208847 1208847Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on September 12, 2019.Approved  Action details Not available
208796 1208796Roll CallCall of the Roll.Placed on file  Action details Not available
208797 1208797MinutesApproval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, July 11, 2019.Approved  Action details Not available
208864 1208864Public EventPublic Event License, City 9/11 Vigil, Community Path from Cedar St to Davis Sq Slip Lane Park, Sep 11, 5:30-7:30PM.Approved  Action details Not available
208865 1208865Public EventPublic Event License, Murdock St Block Party, Sep 14, 11:45AM-4:15PM (raindate Sep 15).Approved  Action details Not available
208866 1208866Public EventPublic Event License, Greene St Block Party, Sep 14, 1-10PM (raindate Sep 15).Approved  Action details Not available
208867 1208867Public EventPublic Event License, Oxford St Block Party, Sep 21, 1-11:30PM (raindate Sep 22).Approved  Action details Not available
208868 1208868Public EventPublic Event License, Windsor Rd Block Party, Sep 21, 1:30-5:30PM (raindate Sep 22).Approved  Action details Not available
208869 1208869Public EventPublic Event License, Virginia St Block Party, Sep 22, 3-8PM.Approved  Action details Not available
208870 1208870Public EventPublic Event License, Groundwork Somerville Harvest Gala, South St Farm, Sep 27, 3-9PM.Approved  Action details Not available
208871 1208871WithdrawnWithdrawn.Withdrawn  Action details Not available
208872 1208872Public EventPublic 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  Action details Not available
208873 1208873Public EventPublic Event License, Autumn St Block Party, from Bonair St to Louisburg Pl, Sep 29, 11:30AM-5PM (raindate Oct 6).Approved  Action details Not available
208875 1208875LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Delta Tau Delta, 98 Professors Row.Approved  Action details Not available
208876 1208876LicenseNew Extended Operating Hours License, McDonalds, 14 McGrath Hwy, for 24/7 operation for take-out service only.Approved  Action details Not available
208798 1208798Small Wireless FacilitySmall 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  Action details Not available
208799 1208799Grant of LocationSubmitted 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  Action details Not available
208800 1208800Grant of LocationSubmitted 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  Action details Not available
208801 1208801Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install 65 feet of conduit in Washington St from Manhole #15060 to a point of pickup at 130 Washington St.Approved  Action details Not available
208803 1208803Grant of LocationSubmitted 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  Action details Not available
208804 1208804Grant of LocationSubmitted 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  Action details Not available
208877 1208877Officer's CommunicationHampshire LLC proposing a zoning amendment to re-zone their property at 22 Murdock St to UR.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208878 1208878Officer's CommunicationDean Matarazzo proposing a zoning amendment to re-zone their property at 13 Garfield Ave to UR.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208879 1208879Officer's CommunicationJoy St LTD Partnership proposing a zoning amendment to re-zone their property at 86 Joy St to MR4.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208880 1208880Officer's CommunicationSciucco Family Trust proposing a zoning amendment to re-zone their property at 379 Alewife Brook Pkwy to MR4 or MR5.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208881 1208881Public CommunicationBlack Economic Council of MA supporting a Resolution calling for a Disparity Study.Placed on file  Action details Not available
208802 1208802Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install 40 feet of conduit in Linwood St from Manhole #22012 to a point of pickup at 32 Linwood St.Approved  Action details Not available
208882 1208882Public CommunicationWelcome Project supporting a Resolution calling for a Disparity Study.Placed on file  Action details Not available
208883 1208883Public Communication2 residents submitting comments re: the deployment of 5G small wireless facilities.Placed on file  Action details Not available
208884 1208884Public Communication117 residents submitting comments re: the role of the Somerville Police in Boston's Straight Pride Parade on Aug 31.Placed on file  Action details Not available
208899 1208899Officer's CommunicationJack Saade proposing a zoning amendment to re-zone their property at 453 Somerville Ave to UR.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208900 1208900Public CommunicationRenee Scott submitting comments re: Agenda #10 (#21627), affirming a federal Green New Deal.Placed on file  Action details Not available
208898 1208898LicenseRenewing Drainlayer's License, Manet Contracting.Approved  Action details Not available
208898 2208898LicenseRenewing Drainlayer's License, Manet Contracting.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208850 2208850OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208901 2208901OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208902 2208902OrderThat the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management inspect three sink holes on Franklin Avenue and take appropriate action.Approved  Action details Not available
208903 2208903OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208904 2208904OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208905 2208905OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208906 2208906ResolutionThat 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  Action details Not available
208907 2208907OrderThat the City Arborist replace the dead tree across from 52 Pearl Street. (3rd request).Approved  Action details Not available
208908 2208908OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208909 2208909OrderThat the City Solicitor advise this Council on the process to request the lowering of speed limits on state roadways within the city.Approved  Action details Not available
208910 2208910ResolutionThat the Administration report to this Council on implementation of the Vulnerable Road Users Ordinance including, without limitation, application to FW Russell Disposal.Approved  Action details Not available
208849 2208849ResolutionThat 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  Action details Not available
208802 2208802Grant of LocationSubmitted 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  Action details Not available
208886 2208886OrderThat the Chief of Police report to this Council on the state of gang activity in the City.Approved  Action details Not available
208889 2208889OrderThat the Director of Parking install 4-hour maximum parking signs on Fellsway West.Approved  Action details Not available
208890 2208890OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works clean inside the metal barrel holders in and around Foss Park in addition to emptying them.Approved  Action details Not available
208891 2208891OrderThat the Director of SPCD deploy traffic calming measures on Jacques Street.Approved  Action details Not available
208887 2208887OrderThat the Director of SPCD investigate the discriminatory practices of Bungelow Housing regarding their refusal to lease to Section 8 tenants.Approved  Action details Not available
208888 2208888OrderThat the Director of SPCD report to this Council on the effectiveness of the Winter Hill in Motion plan and its impact on congestion.Approved  Action details Not available
208885 2208885CommunicationIn 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  Action details Not available
208892 2208892ResolutionSupporting House H.2848, an Act to Ensure Gas Safety and Consumer Fairness.Laid on the table  Action details Not available
208893 2208893ResolutionSupporting House H.2849 and Senate S.1940, an Act for Utility Transition to Using Renewable Energy (Future).Laid on the table  Action details Not available
208804 2208804Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 Not available
208801 2208801Grant of LocationSubmitted 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  Action details Not available
208799 2208799Grant of LocationSubmitted 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  Action details Not available
208876 2208876LicenseNew Extended Operating Hours License, McDonalds, 14 McGrath Hwy, for 24/7 operation for take-out service only.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208875 2208875LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Delta Tau Delta, 98 Professors Row.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208873 2208873Public EventPublic Event License, Autumn St Block Party, from Bonair St to Louisburg Pl, Sep 29, 11:30AM-5PM (raindate Oct 6).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208872 2208872Public EventPublic 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  Action details Not available
208870 2208870Public EventPublic Event License, Groundwork Somerville Harvest Gala, South St Farm, Sep 27, 3-9PM.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208869 2208869Public EventPublic Event License, Virginia St Block Party, Sep 22, 3-8PM.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208868 2208868Public EventPublic Event License, Windsor Rd Block Party, Sep 21, 1:30-5:30PM (raindate Sep 22).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208867 2208867Public EventPublic Event License, Oxford St Block Party, Sep 21, 1-11:30PM (raindate Sep 22).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208866 2208866Public EventPublic Event License, Greene St Block Party, Sep 14, 1-10PM (raindate Sep 15).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208865 2208865Public EventPublic Event License, Murdock St Block Party, Sep 14, 11:45AM-4:15PM (raindate Sep 15).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208864 2208864Public EventPublic 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  Action details Not available
208844 2208844OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208845 2208845OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208846 2208846OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208809 2208809ResolutionThat 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  Action details Not available
208810 2208810ResolutionThat 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  Action details Not available
208842 2208842ResolutionThat the Administration provide this Council with a copy of any signed NEMLEC Mutual Aid Agreement currently in effect.Approved  Action details Not available
208843 2208843OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208830 2208830OrderThat the Director of SPCD address the SomerVision 2040 process to answer questions relative to its design and execution.Approved  Action details Not available
208831 2208831OrderThat the Director of SPCD update this Council regarding the ongoing planning for Boynton Yards.Approved  Action details Not available
208832 2208832OrderThat the Director of SPCD update this Council regarding specific timelines of planning processes for Brickbottom and Union Square East.Approved  Action details Not available
208833 2208833OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208834 2208834OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208835 2208835OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208836 2208836OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208837 2208837OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208838 2208838OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works immediately re-evaluate for usability, the placement of benches on Beacon Street.Approved  Action details Not available
208839 2208839OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208840 2208840OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208841 2208841OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208805 2208805ResolutionAffirming 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  Action details Not available
208806 2208806OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208807 2208807ResolutionThat the Administration consider a plan that trades off paying a fine by donating to our schools, as described in an attached article.Approved  Action details Not available
208811 2208811OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208812 2208812OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208813 2208813OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208814 2208814OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208816 2208816OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208817 2208817OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208818 2208818OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208819 2208819OrderThat the Director of SPCD discuss whether the opening of the casino has impacted car volume in East Somerville.Approved  Action details Not available
208820 2208820OrderThat the Director of Inspectional Services discuss the reasoning for and methods of enforcing the ordinance requiring landlords to post their contact information.Approved  Action details Not available
208821 2208821OrderThat the Director of Health and Human Services discuss ways to avoid children’s contacts with syringes in parks and public spaces.Approved  Action details Not available
208822 2208822OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208823 2208823OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208824 2208824OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works discuss ways of cleaning sidewalks in neighborhoods that have experienced sewage-contaminated flooding on sidewalks.Approved  Action details Not available
208825 2208825OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208826 2208826OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208827 2208827OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208828 2208828ResolutionThat the Administration discuss the feasibility of including information about tax deferral programs in mailings about initiatives like lead paint abatement.Approved  Action details Not available
208874 2208874LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 123 Packard Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208808 2208808ResolutionThat the Administration update this Council on the Climate Preparedness Week Resolution (#208611) that was submitted in July.Approved  Action details Not available
208618 3208618CommunicationReporting on the status of the Open Space Acquisition Task Force and requesting feedback on possible next steps.Work completed  Action details Not available
208598 3208598Grant of LocationSubmitted 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  Action details Not available
208599 3208599Grant of LocationSubmitted 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  Action details Not available
208600 3208600Grant of LocationSubmitted 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  Action details Not available
206893 3206893Public CommunicationMonica Achen submitting comments re: #204755, a request to transfer a City-owned parcel in the North Prospect Block to the Redevelopment Authority.Work completed  Action details Not available
206916 3206916Public CommunicationAndrew Greenspon submitting comments re: #204755, a request to transfer a City-owned parcel in the North Prospect Block to the Redevelopment Authority.Work completed  Action details Not available
207020 3207020Public CommunicationAlex Wheeler submitting comments re: #204755, transferring a City-owned parcel (82-D-1) in the North Prospect Block to the Redevelopment Authority.Work completed  Action details Not available
207021 3207021Public CommunicationMeagan Maguire submitting comments re: #204755, transferring a City-owned parcel (82-D-1) in the North Prospect Block to the Redevelopment Authority.Work completed  Action details Not available
208226 3208226Public CommunicationMBTA GLX Program Manager responding to #207736, #207737, and #207890, 3 resolutions calling for accessibility, design, and community path enhancements.Work completed  Action details Not available
208807 3208807ResolutionThat the Administration consider a plan that trades off paying a fine by donating to our schools, as described in an attached article.Approved  Action details Not available
208854 3208854Mayor's RequestRequesting 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  Action details Not available
208855 3208855Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $900,000 for participation in the MWRA Lead LIne Replacement Program.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208863 3208863CommunicationPolice Chief requesting to brief this Council upon completion of the review of police actions at the Boston Straight Pride Parade.Placed on file  Action details Not available
208857 3208857Mayor's RequestRequesting 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  Action details Not available
208862 3208862OrdinanceAssistant City Solicitor submitting an Ordinance to regulate Small Wireless Facilities in the Public Right of Way.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208881 3208881Public CommunicationBlack Economic Council of MA supporting a Resolution calling for a Disparity Study.Kept in committee  Action details Not available
208887 3208887OrderThat the Director of SPCD investigate the discriminatory practices of Bungelow Housing regarding their refusal to lease to Section 8 tenants.Approved  Action details Not available
208882 3208882Public CommunicationWelcome Project supporting a Resolution calling for a Disparity Study.Kept in committee  Action details Not available
208849 3208849ResolutionThat 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  Action details Not available
208884 3208884Public Communication117 residents submitting comments re: the role of the Somerville Police in Boston's Straight Pride Parade on Aug 31.Kept in committee  Action details Not available
208850 3208850OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208843 4208843OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208842 4208842ResolutionThat the Administration provide this Council with a copy of any signed NEMLEC Mutual Aid Agreement currently in effect.Kept in committee  Action details Not available
208810 4208810ResolutionThat 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  Action details Not available
208841 4208841OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208233 4208233OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208263 4208263ResolutionThat 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  Action details Not available
208264 4208264ResolutionThat 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  Action details Not available
207889 4207889OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
207906 4207906Public CommunicationFriends 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  Action details Not available
206940 4206940OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
206226 4206226ResolutionThat 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  Action details Not available
203876 4203876OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208600 4208600Grant of LocationSubmitted 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  Action details Not available
208667 4208667ResolutionThat 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  Action details Not available
208895 4208895Mayor's RequestRequesting 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  Action details Not available
208896 4208896Mayor's RequestRequesting 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  Action details Not available
208599 4208599Grant of LocationSubmitted 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  Action details Not available
208598 4208598Grant of LocationSubmitted 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  Action details Not available
208484 4208484OrderThat the Director of SPCD disclose where the public may find information about current applications for adult-use recreational marijuana store licenses.Work completed  Action details Not available
208489 4208489OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208615 4208615ResolutionThat 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  Action details Not available
208860 4208860Mayor's RequestRequesting 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  Action details Not available
208861 4208861Mayor's RequestRequesting 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  Action details Not available
208858 4208858Mayor's RequestRequesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $58,056.94 using available funds in various DPW General Fund Accounts.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208794 4208794OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
208859 4208859Mayor's RequestRequesting 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  Action details Not available
208897 4208897Mayor's RequestRequesting 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  Action details Not available
208894 4208894Mayor's RequestRequesting 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  Action details Not available
208704 5208704Mayor's RequestRequesting approval of an Amended Grant of Tieback Easement as part of the GLX project.Approved  Action details Not available
208634 5208634CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Ryan Sullivan as a Reserve Police Officer.Approved  Action details Not available
208629 5208629Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $550,000 in a bond for a custom Fire Pumper.Approved  Action details Not available
204231 5204231CommunicationAssistant City Solicitor responding to #203876, requesting an opinion on #203709, which recommended the use of Area Standard Contractors.Work completed  Action details Not available
203709 5203709ResolutionThat the US2 Master Developers use Area Standard Contractors for the construction of development parcels in Union Square.Work completed  Action details Not available
206061 5206061OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
206063 5206063OrderThat the appropriate city department assist Teen Empowerment with their previously requested removal of old furniture and repairs to the roof.Work completed  Action details Not available
207192 5207192OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
207714 5207714OrderThat 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  Action details Not available
207735 5207735ResolutionCalling for improved accessibility at the forthcoming Union Square Green Line Station.Work completed  Action details Not available
207736 5207736ResolutionCalling for accessibility and safety improvements at the 7 forthcoming Green Line Stations.Work completed  Action details Not available
207369 5207369OrderThat the Director of SPCD report to this Board on possible incentives the City could offer to so-called "High Road" businesses.Work completed  Action details Not available
208355 5208355Grant of LocationSubmitted 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  Action details Not available
208356 5208356Grant of LocationSubmitted 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  Action details Not available
208863 5208863CommunicationPolice Chief requesting to brief this Council upon completion of the review of police actions at the Boston Straight Pride Parade.Kept in committee  Action details Not available
208805 5208805ResolutionAffirming 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  Action details Not available
208809 5208809ResolutionThat 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  Action details Not available
208856 5208856Mayor's RequestRequesting 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  Action details Not available
208356 6208356Grant of LocationSubmitted 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  Action details Not available
208530 6208530CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Daniel R. Dell'Isola to the position of Reserve Police Officer.Approved  Action details Not available
208355 6208355Grant of LocationSubmitted 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  Action details Not available
207671 6207671Mayor's RequestRequesting 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  Action details Not available
207160 6207160ResolutionThat the Administration prioritize the redevelopment of the Healey Schoolyard Tot Lot as soon as the 2019 school year.Work completed  Action details Not available
207341 6207341Officer's CommunicationSpecial Counsel submitting Notice of D2 Block Eminent Domain Settlements.Work completed  Action details Not available
206154 6206154Public CommunicationUnion Square Neighborhood Council Board submitting comments re: US2's proposed development of the D2 parcel in Union Square.Work completed  Action details Not available
208629 6208629Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $550,000 in a bond for a custom Fire Pumper.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208634 6208634CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Ryan Sullivan as a Reserve Police Officer.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
204847 6204847OrderThat the Director of SPCD update this Board on what is being done to preserve minority owned businesses in the city.Work completed  Action details Not available
208704 6208704Mayor's RequestRequesting approval of an Amended Grant of Tieback Easement as part of the GLX project.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208711 6208711Mayor's RequestRequesting 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  Action details Not available
208711 7208711Mayor's RequestRequesting 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  Action details Not available
208787 7208787Mayor's RequestRequesting approval for an extension of time for a Contract with Designlab for construction administration at the West Branch Library, until 12/31/2020.Approved  Action details Not available
208786 7208786Mayor's RequestRequesting 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  Action details Not available