Details Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final Meeting date/time: 6/14/2018 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final   Meeting location: City Council Chamber-City Hall-93 Highland Avenue City Hall Published agenda: Agenda Published minutes: Minutes   Meeting video: Video   Attachments: Meeting Items (227) 227 records Group Clear sorting Clear grouping Group by Type Group by Result Export Export to Excel Export to PDF Export to Word Show: Legislation only Legislation only All agenda items Data pager Data pager 12  Page 1 of 2, items 1 to 200 of 227. File # Ver. Agenda # Type Title Action Result Action Details Video Data pager Data pager 12  Page 1 of 2, items 1 to 200 of 227. 206075 1 206075 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on May 31, 2018. Approved   Action details Not available 206076 1 206076 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on June 4, 2018. Approved   Action details Not available 206071 1 206071 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on June 5, 2018. Approved   Action details Not available 206074 1 206074 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on June 6, 2018. Approved   Action details Not available 206039 1 206039 Roll Call Call of the Roll. Placed on file   Action details Not available 206040 1 206040 Minutes Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, May 10, 2018. Approved   Action details Not available 206043 1 206043 Grant of Location Submitted by Eversource to install 36 feet of conduit in Cedar Street from Pole 55/22 to a point of pickup at 165A Cedar Street. (Interim approval on 6/1.) Approved   Action details Not available 206044 1 206044 Grant of Location Submitted by Eversource to install 46 feet of conduit in Edgar Avenue from Pole 208/4 to a point of pickup at 34 Edgar Avenue. Approved   Action details Not available 206103 1 206103 Public Event Public Event License, Boston Sikh Sangat Society Shabeel Free Drink Distribution, Union Sq Plaza, Jun 16, 8AM-7PM (raindate Jun 23). Approved   Action details Not available 206104 1 206104 Public Event Public Event License, Mindful Revolutions Yoga and Brunch, Albion Park, Jun 23, 9AM-2:30PM (raindate Jul 7). Approved   Action details Not available 206105 1 206105 Public Event Public Event License, Legoland Minifigure 40th Birthday Parade, Assembly Row, Jun 23, 9:30-10:30AM. Approved   Action details Not available 206106 1 206106 Public Event Public Event License, Family Fun Day, Trum Field, Jun 23, 10AM-5PM (raindate Jun 24). Approved   Action details Not available 206107 1 206107 Public Event Public Event License, Harrison St Block Party, from Mondamin Ct to Kent St, Jun 23, Noon-5PM (raindate Jun 24). Approved   Action details Not available 206108 1 206108 Public Event Public Event License, OpenAir Circus Classes, Nunziato Field, Jun 26, Jul 3,10,17,24, 4-8PM. Approved   Action details Not available 206109 1 206109 Public Event Public Event License, Independence Day Fireworks, Trum Field and Broadway from Boston Ave to Medford St, Jun 28, Noon-Midnight (raindate 7/5). Approved   Action details Not available 206110 1 206110 Public Event Public Event License, OpenAir Circus Classes, Powderhouse Park, Jun 28, Jul 5,12,19,26, 4-8PM. Approved   Action details Not available 206111 1 206111 Public Event Public Event License, Berkeley St Block Party, from School St to Hersey St, Jul 1, Noon-7PM (raindate Jul 8). Approved   Action details Not available 206112 1 206112 Public Event Public Event License, SomerMovie Fest, Seven Hills Park on Jul 5,12, Aug 16,23, Nunziato Field on Jul 19, ESCS on 7/26, Powderhouse Park on Aug 2, Baxter Park on Aug 9, 6:30-10:45PM. Approved   Action details Not available 206113 1 206113 Public Event Public Event License, Derby St Block Party, from Grant St to Temple St, Jul 7, 8AM-8PM. Approved   Action details Not available 206114 1 206114 Public Event Public Event License, Portuguese American Civic League Holy Ghost Feast, Springfield St, Jul 13 6PM-Midnight, Jul 14 7PM-Midnight, Jul 15 9AM-10PM. Approved   Action details Not available 206115 1 206115 Public Event Public Event License, Gorham St Block Party, Jul 21, 11AM-6PM (raindate Jul 22). Approved   Action details Not available 206116 1 206116 Public Event Public Event License, Indiana Ave Block Party, Jul 22, 2-9PM. Approved   Action details Not available 206117 1 206117 Public Event Public Event License, Alpine St Block Party, from Princeton St to Lowell St, Jul 28, Noon-6PM (raindate Jul 29). Approved   Action details Not available 206118 1 206118 Public Event Public Event License, Redbones Pig Pickin Block Party for the Homeless Coalition, Chester St from Elm St to Herbert St, Jul 30, Noon-10PM (raindate Aug 6). Approved   Action details Not available 206119 1 206119 Public Event Public Event License, OpenAir Circus Rehearsals, Nunziato Field, Jul 31-Aug 1, 4-9PM. Approved   Action details Not available 206120 1 206120 Public Event Public Event License, OpenAir Circus Performances, Nunziato Field, Aug 2-6, various times. Approved   Action details Not available 206121 1 206121 Public Event Public Event License, Menorah Youth Ministries Summer Program Block Party, Chapel St, Aug 10, 4:30-7:30PM. Approved   Action details Not available 206122 1 206122 Public Event Public Event License, Puritan Rd Block Party, from Temple Rd to Ten Hills Rd, Sep 15, 11:30AM-4:30PM (raindate Sep 16). Approved   Action details Not available 206123 1 206123 Public Event Public Event License, Zombie Apocalypse Game, Union Sq Plaza, Sep 15, 2-4:30PM (raindate Sep 16). Laid on the table   Action details Not available 206124 1 206124 Public Event Public Event License, Sean Collier Kickball Extravaganza, Trum Field and Franey Rd, Sep 22, 8AM-6PM. Approved   Action details Not available 206125 1 206125 License New Drainlayer's License, Capitol Services. (Interim approval on 6/6.) Approved   Action details Not available 206126 1 206126 License New Drainlayer's License, Kealey Excavation. Approved   Action details Not available 206153 1 206153 Public Communication KP Law requesting this Board's consent to represent Powderhouse Studios, including its development of the new innovation school. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206154 1 206154 Public Communication Union Square Neighborhood Council Board submitting comments re: US2's proposed development of the D2 parcel in Union Square. Placed on file   Action details Not available 206155 1 206155 Public Communication 6 residents submitting comments re: #205782, a Tufts Pilot Agreement. Placed on file   Action details Not available 206156 1 206156 Public Communication 1 resident submitting comments re: #204954, a Home Rule Petition for a Real Estate Transfer Fee. Placed on file   Action details Not available 206157 1 206157 Public Communication Eric Shaw submitting comments re: funding after-school programs with the local tax on recreational marijuana. Placed on file   Action details Not available 206158 1 206158 Public Communication Rodrigo Quiroz submitting comments re: dockless bikeshare. Placed on file   Action details Not available 206128 1 206128 License New Garage License, ONF Auto Body, 627 Somerville Ave, 33 vehicles inside, none outside, for mechanical repairs, auto body, spray painting, storing vehicles. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206129 1 206129 License New Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Web Motor Sales, 5 Middlesex Ave, no vehicles stored onsite. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206130 1 206130 License New Outdoor Seating and Goods License, Comicazi, 407 Highland Ave, 2 display tables. Approved   Action details Not available 206127 1 206127 License Sign/Awning Permit, Oom Yung Doe, 352 Washington St, 2 signs. Approved   Action details Not available 206132 1 206132 License Transferring Taxi Medallion License, Medallion #20 from Bibi's Cab to Edelle Cab. Approved   Action details Not available 206131 1 206131 License Amending Livery License, Mass Cab, 45 Endicott Ave, adding 1 vehicle, not stored in Somerville. Approved   Action details Not available 206142 1 206142 License Renewing Garage License, Faulkner Brothers, 13 Alpine St. Approved   Action details Not available 206148 1 206148 License Renewing Garage License, Union Gulf Service, 231 Washington St. Approved   Action details Not available 206143 1 206143 License Renewing Garage License, Fred Susan Auto Body, 269 Somerville Ave. Approved   Action details Not available 206145 1 206145 License Renewing Garage License, Gene Automotive Repair, 56 Joy St. Approved   Action details Not available 206144 1 206144 License Renewing Garage License, GE Auto Repair, 631 Somerville Ave. Approved   Action details Not available 206147 1 206147 License Renewing Garage License, Teddy's Foreign Motors, 68 Joy St. Approved   Action details Not available 206146 1 206146 License Renewing Garage License, Pearl St Auto Sales, 182 Pearl St. Approved   Action details Not available 206141 1 206141 License Renewing Garage License, Brazil Auto Repair, 621 Somerville Ave. Approved   Action details Not available 206138 1 206138 License Renewing Flammables License, Pearl St Auto Sales, 182 Pearl St. Approved   Action details Not available 206137 1 206137 License Renewing Flammables License, Faulkner Brothers, 13 Alpine St. Approved   Action details Not available 206140 1 206140 License Renewing Flammables License, Winter Hill Yacht Club, 500 Artisan Way. Approved   Action details Not available 206139 1 206139 License Renewing Flammables License, Union Gulf Service, 231 Washington St. Approved   Action details Not available 206149 1 206149 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Ball Square Cafe and Breakfast, 708 Broadway. Approved   Action details Not available 206151 1 206151 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, La Brasa, 124 Broadway. Approved   Action details Not available 206152 1 206152 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Reliable Market, 45 Union Sq. Approved   Action details Not available 206150 1 206150 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Five Horses Tavern, 400 Highland Ave. Approved   Action details Not available 206136 1 206136 License Renewing Open Air Vendor License, The Somerville Flea, Buena Vista Parking Lot. Approved   Action details Not available 206134 1 206134 License Renewing Billiards and Bowling License, Thunder Road, 379 Somerville Ave. Approved   Action details Not available 206133 1 206133 License Renewing Automatic Amusement Devices License, Thunder Road, 379 Somerville Ave. Approved   Action details Not available 206135 1 206135 License Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Pepi's Pizzeria, 516B Medford St. Approved   Action details Not available 206181 1 206181 Public Communication Eversource Gas Maintenance Manager responding to a Condition on the Approval of #205916, a Grant of Location for 88 Dover St, re: checking for gas leaks when installing underground conduit. Placed on file   Action details Not available 206182 1 206182 Public Communication MA Attorney General issuing a determination re: #205259, an Open Meeting Law complaint filed against this Board by Sgt. Michael Kiely on 2/20/18. Placed on file   Action details Not available 206179 2 206179 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works repair the raised crosswalk at 13 Foskett Street. Approved   Action details Not available 206180 2 206180 Order That the Chief of Police direct patrols in the vicinity of Temple Road and Bailey Road for STOP sign enforcement. Approved   Action details Not available 206164 2 206164 Order That, pursuant to Ordinance 2-121, this Board authorizes and requires the employment of other counsel to issue legal opinion and assist in resolving the questions of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee around sequencing of appointments and confirmation, and on release of requested information from the Administration for consideration by the Committee. Approved   Action details Not available 206135 2 206135 License Renewing Extended Operating Hours License, Pepi's Pizzeria, 516B Medford St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206165 2 206165 Order That the Director of SPCD provide this Board with an update on apartment vacancies in the 100 Homes Program. Approved   Action details Not available 206166 2 206166 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works inspect, replace and secure the slide and stanchions at North Street Veterans Playground Park as multiple screws are missing. Approved   Action details Not available 206159 2 206159 Ordinance Requesting approval to amend Ordinances 2-322 and 2-323 re: municipal salary ranges. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206167 2 206167 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking install a NO THRU TRAFFIC EXCEPT RESIDENTS 7AM-9AM sign on Governor Winthrop Road at Shore Drive. Approved   Action details Not available 206168 2 206168 Order That the Superintendent of Inspectional Services inform the owner and tenants of 106-108 Thurston Street to place trash and recycling receptacles on the sidewalk so they don't restrict the passage of pedestrians or wheelchairs. (Photo attached) Approved   Action details Not available 206169 2 206169 Order That the Director of SPCD deploy traffic calming measures on Marshall Street. Approved   Action details Not available 206170 2 206170 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking examine possible traffic pattern changes to calm traffic on Marshall Street. Approved   Action details Not available 206171 2 206171 Order That the Director of SPCD address and perhaps assist businesses with the removal of metal grates on store fronts along Broadway from Main Street to Walnut Street. Approved   Action details Not available 206172 2 206172 Order That the Director of Engineering add the following streets to the repaving list: Stickney Avenue, Ash Avenue and Sycamore Street from Richdale Avenue to Medford Street. Approved   Action details Not available 206173 2 206173 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking install a STOP sign on Temple Road at Governor Winthrop Road. Approved   Action details Not available 206174 2 206174 Order That the Director of SPCD cut down the two tiny dead trees in the median on Broadway near Hinckley Street, and consider planting sea grass there. Approved   Action details Not available 206175 2 206175 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works fill the remaining large pothole in front of the Somerville Hospital parking lot. Approved   Action details Not available 206176 2 206176 Order That the Director of SPCD extend the solid green bike lane that runs on the south side of Broadway between Powderhouse Square and Cedar Street, all the way to McGrath Highway, or as far up and over Winter Hill as possible. Approved   Action details Not available 206177 2 206177 Order That this Board discharge #205683 from the Legislative Matters Committee as the item it refers to (#203365) is in the Open Space, Environment and Energy Committee. Approved   Action details Not available 206178 2 206178 Order That the Chief of Police enforce the state law requiring a white light on the front of a bicycle and a red reflector or light on the back when operated from a-half hour after sunset to a half-hour before sunrise. Approved   Action details Not available 206133 2 206133 License Renewing Automatic Amusement Devices License, Thunder Road, 379 Somerville Ave. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206134 2 206134 License Renewing Billiards and Bowling License, Thunder Road, 379 Somerville Ave. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206136 2 206136 License Renewing Open Air Vendor License, The Somerville Flea, Buena Vista Parking Lot. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206150 2 206150 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Five Horses Tavern, 400 Highland Ave. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206152 2 206152 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Reliable Market, 45 Union Sq. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206151 2 206151 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, La Brasa, 124 Broadway. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206149 2 206149 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Ball Square Cafe and Breakfast, 708 Broadway. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206139 2 206139 License Renewing Flammables License, Union Gulf Service, 231 Washington St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206140 2 206140 License Renewing Flammables License, Winter Hill Yacht Club, 500 Artisan Way. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206137 2 206137 License Renewing Flammables License, Faulkner Brothers, 13 Alpine St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206138 2 206138 License Renewing Flammables License, Pearl St Auto Sales, 182 Pearl St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206141 2 206141 License Renewing Garage License, Brazil Auto Repair, 621 Somerville Ave. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206146 2 206146 License Renewing Garage License, Pearl St Auto Sales, 182 Pearl St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206147 2 206147 License Renewing Garage License, Teddy's Foreign Motors, 68 Joy St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206144 2 206144 License Renewing Garage License, GE Auto Repair, 631 Somerville Ave. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206145 2 206145 License Renewing Garage License, Gene Automotive Repair, 56 Joy St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206143 2 206143 License Renewing Garage License, Fred Susan Auto Body, 269 Somerville Ave. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206148 2 206148 License Renewing Garage License, Union Gulf Service, 231 Washington St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206142 2 206142 License Renewing Garage License, Faulkner Brothers, 13 Alpine St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206131 2 206131 License Amending Livery License, Mass Cab, 45 Endicott Ave, adding 1 vehicle, not stored in Somerville. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206132 2 206132 License Transferring Taxi Medallion License, Medallion #20 from Bibi's Cab to Edelle Cab. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206127 2 206127 License Sign/Awning Permit, Oom Yung Doe, 352 Washington St, 2 signs. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206130 2 206130 License New Outdoor Seating and Goods License, Comicazi, 407 Highland Ave, 2 display tables. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206126 2 206126 License New Drainlayer's License, Kealey Excavation. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206042 2 206042 Citation Congratulating Oscar Greene on the auspicious occasion of his 100th birthday. Approved   Action details Not available 206125 2 206125 License New Drainlayer's License, Capitol Services. (Interim approval on 6/6.) Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206124 2 206124 Public Event Public Event License, Sean Collier Kickball Extravaganza, Trum Field and Franey Rd, Sep 22, 8AM-6PM. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206122 2 206122 Public Event Public Event License, Puritan Rd Block Party, from Temple Rd to Ten Hills Rd, Sep 15, 11:30AM-4:30PM (raindate Sep 16). Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206121 2 206121 Public Event Public Event License, Menorah Youth Ministries Summer Program Block Party, Chapel St, Aug 10, 4:30-7:30PM. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206120 2 206120 Public Event Public Event License, OpenAir Circus Performances, Nunziato Field, Aug 2-6, various times. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206119 2 206119 Public Event Public Event License, OpenAir Circus Rehearsals, Nunziato Field, Jul 31-Aug 1, 4-9PM. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206118 2 206118 Public Event Public Event License, Redbones Pig Pickin Block Party for the Homeless Coalition, Chester St from Elm St to Herbert St, Jul 30, Noon-10PM (raindate Aug 6). Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206117 2 206117 Public Event Public Event License, Alpine St Block Party, from Princeton St to Lowell St, Jul 28, Noon-6PM (raindate Jul 29). Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206116 2 206116 Public Event Public Event License, Indiana Ave Block Party, Jul 22, 2-9PM. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206115 2 206115 Public Event Public Event License, Gorham St Block Party, Jul 21, 11AM-6PM (raindate Jul 22). Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206114 2 206114 Public Event Public Event License, Portuguese American Civic League Holy Ghost Feast, Springfield St, Jul 13 6PM-Midnight, Jul 14 7PM-Midnight, Jul 15 9AM-10PM. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206113 2 206113 Public Event Public Event License, Derby St Block Party, from Grant St to Temple St, Jul 7, 8AM-8PM. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206112 2 206112 Public Event Public Event License, SomerMovie Fest, Seven Hills Park on Jul 5,12, Aug 16,23, Nunziato Field on Jul 19, ESCS on 7/26, Powderhouse Park on Aug 2, Baxter Park on Aug 9, 6:30-10:45PM. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206111 2 206111 Public Event Public Event License, Berkeley St Block Party, from School St to Hersey St, Jul 1, Noon-7PM (raindate Jul 8). Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206110 2 206110 Public Event Public Event License, OpenAir Circus Classes, Powderhouse Park, Jun 28, Jul 5,12,19,26, 4-8PM. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206109 2 206109 Public Event Public Event License, Independence Day Fireworks, Trum Field and Broadway from Boston Ave to Medford St, Jun 28, Noon-Midnight (raindate 7/5). Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206108 2 206108 Public Event Public Event License, OpenAir Circus Classes, Nunziato Field, Jun 26, Jul 3,10,17,24, 4-8PM. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206107 2 206107 Public Event Public Event License, Harrison St Block Party, from Mondamin Ct to Kent St, Jun 23, Noon-5PM (raindate Jun 24). Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206106 2 206106 Public Event Public Event License, Family Fun Day, Trum Field, Jun 23, 10AM-5PM (raindate Jun 24). Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206105 2 206105 Public Event Public Event License, Legoland Minifigure 40th Birthday Parade, Assembly Row, Jun 23, 9:30-10:30AM. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206104 2 206104 Public Event Public Event License, Mindful Revolutions Yoga and Brunch, Albion Park, Jun 23, 9AM-2:30PM (raindate Jul 7). Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206103 2 206103 Public Event Public Event License, Boston Sikh Sangat Society Shabeel Free Drink Distribution, Union Sq Plaza, Jun 16, 8AM-7PM (raindate Jun 23). Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206073 2 206073 Order That the City Solicitor provide an opinion on whether any content of an individual’s personnel file may be reviewed by the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters when considering appointments. Approved   Action details Not available 206044 2 206044 Grant of Location Submitted by Eversource to install 46 feet of conduit in Edgar Avenue from Pole 208/4 to a point of pickup at 34 Edgar Avenue. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206072 2 206072 Resolution That the Administration provide a detailed explanation for the accrual of pension or creditable service for Board and Commission members, including how these positions are adjudicated differently from part-time employees who earn more than $5,000 yearly. Approved   Action details Not available 206043 2 206043 Grant of Location Submitted by Eversource to install 36 feet of conduit in Cedar Street from Pole 55/22 to a point of pickup at 165A Cedar Street. (Interim approval on 6/1.) Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206077 2 206077 Resolution That the Administration work with relevant department heads to create a written policy requiring written notifications to abutters regarding street closings. Approved   Action details Not available 206041 2 206041 Citation Commending Mark Alston-Follansbee, who is retiring after 18 years of distinguished service as Director of the Somerville Homeless Coalition. Approved   Action details Not available 205683 2 205683 Public Communication Tori Antonino submitting comments re: #203365, calling for a native planting ordinance. Recommended to be sent for discussion   Action details Not available 205946 2 205946 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on May 23, 2018. Approved   Action details Not available 206048 2 206048 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works remove the knocked-down sign at 169 Powderhouse Blvd. Approved   Action details Not available 206049 2 206049 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking contact the Ward 7 Alderman to discuss changing the DO NOT BLOCK INTERSECTION sign at the intersection of Clarendon Avenue and Broadway. Approved   Action details Not available 206050 2 206050 Order That the City Arborist inspect the two dead trees in the back left side of Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Approved   Action details Not available 206051 2 206051 Order That the Director of SPCD and the Director of Traffic and Parking work with the Ward 7 Alderman on a traffic calming project on Powderhouse Blvd. at the West Somerville Neighborhood School, including an on-demand traffic signal. Approved   Action details Not available 206052 2 206052 Order That the Superintendent of Inspectional Services inspect 33-35 Barton Street for vegetation obstructing public ways. Approved   Action details Not available 206053 2 206053 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking paint the directional arrow on Holland Street at the traffic lights in middle of Teele Square. (4th request) Approved   Action details Not available 206054 2 206054 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking suggest safety improvements for the crosswalk at Simpson Avenue and Broadway. Approved   Action details Not available 206055 2 206055 Order That the City Solicitor draft an ordinance banning plastic straws. Approved   Action details Not available 206056 2 206056 Resolution That the Administration report to this Board on what is currently being done regarding suicide prevention. Approved   Action details Not available 206057 2 206057 Order That the Director of SPCD make the online decision/report database searchable by applicant name. Approved   Action details Not available 206058 2 206058 Resolution That the Administration create an easy-to-read "explainer" of the noise ordinance, post it online, and distribute it as part of the New Resident's Guide. Approved   Action details Not available 206059 2 206059 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works install a street lamp at Lowell and Belmont Streets, near Bailey Park, to enhance public safety. Approved   Action details Not available 206060 2 206060 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works fix the street lamp on the traffic island outside Brady Towers at 252 Medford Street. Approved   Action details Not available 206061 2 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. Approved   Action details Not available 206062 2 206062 Communication Reporting on the first two meetings of the Community Land Trust Working Group. Placed on file   Action details Not available 206063 2 206063 Order That the appropriate city department assist Teen Empowerment with their previously requested removal of old furniture and repairs to the roof. Approved   Action details Not available 206068 2 206068 Communication Updating this Board on meetings of the Capital Projects Master Planning Working Group in March and April and reporting on initial recommendations and process. Placed on file   Action details Not available 206064 2 206064 Order That the Director of SPCD report to this Board and the Ward 5 Alderman on plans to expend the $220,000 contributed by the Maxwell’s Green developer for traffic calming in the Lowell Street area. Approved   Action details Not available 206065 2 206065 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking install two CAUTION: CHILDREN AT PLAY signs on either side of Lexington Avenue, immediately to the west of the Lexington Park playground. Approved   Action details Not available 206066 2 206066 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking repaint the faded crosswalk and Neighborways paintings at the intersection of Lexington Avenue and Hancock Street. Approved   Action details Not available 206067 2 206067 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking install audible pedestrian signals so people can cross safely at the busy intersection of Highland Avenue and Central Street. Approved   Action details Not available 206069 2 206069 Resolution That this Board recognizes June 18-24 as National Pollinator Week and encourages everyone to learn about what we can do support pollinator species. Approved   Action details Not available 206070 2 206070 Resolution That the Administration work with interested community groups to implement a pilot program for native street trees. Approved   Action details Not available 206046 2 206046 Order That the City Solicitor draft a vacant properties ordinance similar to the one in Arlington. Approved   Action details Not available 206047 2 206047 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking move the STOP lines back at the intersection of Cross and Pearl Street to address bus and truck turns. Approved   Action details Not available 206045 2 206045 Resolution Opposing Donald Trump's Zero Tolerance Policy which separates children from their parents. Approved   Action details Not available 206102 3 206102 Officer's Communication DPW Commissioner responding to various Board Orders submitted 5/24/18. Placed on file   Action details Not available 206091 3 206091 Mayor's Request Requesting a transfer of $10,600 from the Pension Accumulation Fund to the Pension-Non-Contributory Fund to eliminate a year end deficit. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206089 3 206089 Mayor's Request Requesting approval of a transfer of $20,000 in the Workers Compensation Department, from various Ordinary Maintenance Accounts to the Workers Compensation Wages Account to eliminate a year end deficit. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206090 3 206090 Mayor's Request Requesting a transfer of $11,000 from the Veterans Services Professional & Technical Services Account to the Clerk of Committees Salaries Monthly Account to fund clerical support for the remainder of the fiscal year. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206099 3 206099 Ordinance City Solicitor submitting an Ordinance to replace Ordinance 5-32 regarding Fire Department salaries. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206087 3 206087 Mayor's Request Requesting the appropriation of $607,279 from the Park Stabilization Fund to the General Fund Debt Service Account to pay for incurred debt service for FY18 Parks renovation and construction. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206079 3 206079 Mayor's Request Requesting a transfer of $2,576,212 from the Salary Contingency Salaries Account to the Salary & Wage Stabilization Fund. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206098 3 206098 Mayor's Request Requesting the re-appointment of Andrew Haynes as Constable. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206081 3 206081 Mayor's Request Requesting the appropriation of $1,000,000 from Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Green Line Extension Stabilization Fund. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206082 3 206082 Mayor's Request Requesting the appropriation of $1,000,000 from Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Facility Construction and Renovation Stabilization Fund. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206083 3 206083 Mayor's Request Requesting an appropriation of $500,000 from Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Community Preservation Act Fund. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206084 3 206084 Mayor's Request Requesting an appropriation of $500,000 from Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Capital Projects Stabilization Fund. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206085 3 206085 Mayor's Request Requesting an appropriation of $500,000 from Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the Other Post Employment Benefits Trust Fund. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206097 3 206097 Communication Requesting the appointment of James Stanford to the position of Deputy Police Chief. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206101 3 206101 Communication Traffic and Parking Director responding to items approved at the 5/24/18 meeting. Placed on file   Action details Not available 205969 3 205969 Public Event Public Event License, BRAIN Arts Organization New England Underground Music Festival, ArtFarm, Jun 16, 12Noon-1AM. Approved with conditions   Action details Not available 205740 3 205740 Public Event Public Event License, Boston Meditation Training Seminar, Statue Park, Jun 3,10,17, 12:30-5PM. Approved as amended   Action details Not available 205858 3 205858 License New Mobile Food Vendor, the Chef Grill, operating on Grand Union Blvd Sun-Wed 11AM-5PM, Thu-Sat 11AM-8PM. Approved   Action details Not available 206162 3 206162 Communication Director of SPCD responding to #204982 re: possible financial incentives and a community benefits agreement in the city's Amazon bid. Placed on file   Action details Not available 206161 3 206161 Officer's Communication Special Counsel submitting a revised Community Benefits Ordinance. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206072 4 206072 Resolution That the Administration provide a detailed explanation for the accrual of pension or creditable service for Board and Commission members, including how these positions are adjudicated differently from part-time employees who earn more than $5,000 yearly. Kept in committee   Action details Not available 205927 4 205927 Order That the Directors of Traffic and Parking and SPCD install a bicycle corral in place of the first parking spot on the northeast corner of the intersection of Washington Street and Washington Terrace. Work completed   Action details Not available 206163 4 206163 Communication Director of Purchasing responding to #205902 re: a list of vendor contracts since 2017. Placed on file   Action details Not available 205858 4 205858 License New Mobile Food Vendor, the Chef Grill, operating on Grand Union Blvd Sun-Wed 11AM-5PM, Thu-Sat 11AM-8PM. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 205080 4 205080 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking stripe the entire street space by the curb at the hydrant at 33 Hudson Street to deter parking there. Work completed   Action details Not available 205740 4 205740 Public Event Public Event License, Boston Meditation Training Seminar, Statue Park, Jun 3,10,17, 12:30-5PM. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 205696 4 205696 Order That the Commission of Public Works, the Director of Traffic and Parking and the Director of Engineering provide this Board with a written policy requiring written notice to abutters of a prolonged street closure related to construction. Work completed   Action details Not available 205805 4 205805 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking install a sign at the mouth of Warren Avenue informing drivers of large trucks that access to Highland Avenue is limited to smaller vehicles due to the turning radius at its intersection with Columbus Avenue. (2nd request) Work completed   Action details Not available 205815 4 205815 Order That the Director of SPCD, the Director of Engineering, and the Director of Traffic and Parking consider installing a crosswalk on Lowell Street between the bridge and Magoun Square, and report to the Ward 5 Alderman on whether and when it could be done. Work completed   Action details Not available 205969 4 205969 Public Event Public Event License, BRAIN Arts Organization New England Underground Music Festival, ArtFarm, Jun 16, 12Noon-1AM. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 206078 4 206078 Mayor's Request Requesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $2,543,000 in a bond for Water Main Replacement. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206088 4 206088 Mayor's Request Requesting approval to appropriate $18,855.55 from the USQ Revitalization Stabilization Fund for legal services. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 206080 4 206080 Mayor's Request Requesting an appropriation of $1,737,203 from the Unreserved Fund Balance ("Free Cash") to the DPW Snow Removal Account to mitigate the Snow Removal deficit. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 203280 4 203280 Order That the Director of Traffic and Parking install a NO LEFT TURN sign at the corner of Webster Avenue and Newton Street. Work completed   Action details Not available