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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
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206075 1206075Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on May 31, 2018.Approved  Action details Not available
206076 1206076Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Traffic and Parking, meeting on June 4, 2018.Approved  Action details Not available
206071 1206071Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on June 5, 2018.Approved  Action details Not available
206074 1206074Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on June 6, 2018.Approved  Action details Not available
206039 1206039Roll CallCall of the Roll.Placed on file  Action details Not available
206040 1206040MinutesApproval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, May 10, 2018.Approved  Action details Not available
206043 1206043Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 1206044Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 1206103Public EventPublic 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 1206104Public EventPublic Event License, Mindful Revolutions Yoga and Brunch, Albion Park, Jun 23, 9AM-2:30PM (raindate Jul 7).Approved  Action details Not available
206105 1206105Public EventPublic Event License, Legoland Minifigure 40th Birthday Parade, Assembly Row, Jun 23, 9:30-10:30AM.Approved  Action details Not available
206106 1206106Public EventPublic Event License, Family Fun Day, Trum Field, Jun 23, 10AM-5PM (raindate Jun 24).Approved  Action details Not available
206107 1206107Public EventPublic 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 1206108Public EventPublic Event License, OpenAir Circus Classes, Nunziato Field, Jun 26, Jul 3,10,17,24, 4-8PM.Approved  Action details Not available
206109 1206109Public EventPublic 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 1206110Public EventPublic Event License, OpenAir Circus Classes, Powderhouse Park, Jun 28, Jul 5,12,19,26, 4-8PM.Approved  Action details Not available
206111 1206111Public EventPublic 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 1206112Public EventPublic 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 1206113Public EventPublic Event License, Derby St Block Party, from Grant St to Temple St, Jul 7, 8AM-8PM.Approved  Action details Not available
206114 1206114Public EventPublic 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 1206115Public EventPublic Event License, Gorham St Block Party, Jul 21, 11AM-6PM (raindate Jul 22).Approved  Action details Not available
206116 1206116Public EventPublic Event License, Indiana Ave Block Party, Jul 22, 2-9PM.Approved  Action details Not available
206117 1206117Public EventPublic 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 1206118Public EventPublic 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 1206119Public EventPublic Event License, OpenAir Circus Rehearsals, Nunziato Field, Jul 31-Aug 1, 4-9PM.Approved  Action details Not available
206120 1206120Public EventPublic Event License, OpenAir Circus Performances, Nunziato Field, Aug 2-6, various times.Approved  Action details Not available
206121 1206121Public EventPublic Event License, Menorah Youth Ministries Summer Program Block Party, Chapel St, Aug 10, 4:30-7:30PM.Approved  Action details Not available
206122 1206122Public EventPublic 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 1206123Public EventPublic 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 1206124Public EventPublic Event License, Sean Collier Kickball Extravaganza, Trum Field and Franey Rd, Sep 22, 8AM-6PM.Approved  Action details Not available
206125 1206125LicenseNew Drainlayer's License, Capitol Services. (Interim approval on 6/6.)Approved  Action details Not available
206126 1206126LicenseNew Drainlayer's License, Kealey Excavation.Approved  Action details Not available
206153 1206153Public CommunicationKP 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 1206154Public CommunicationUnion 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 1206155Public Communication6 residents submitting comments re: #205782, a Tufts Pilot Agreement.Placed on file  Action details Not available
206156 1206156Public Communication1 resident submitting comments re: #204954, a Home Rule Petition for a Real Estate Transfer Fee.Placed on file  Action details Not available
206157 1206157Public CommunicationEric Shaw submitting comments re: funding after-school programs with the local tax on recreational marijuana.Placed on file  Action details Not available
206158 1206158Public CommunicationRodrigo Quiroz submitting comments re: dockless bikeshare.Placed on file  Action details Not available
206128 1206128LicenseNew 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 1206129LicenseNew Used Car Dealer Class 2 License, Web Motor Sales, 5 Middlesex Ave, no vehicles stored onsite.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
206130 1206130LicenseNew Outdoor Seating and Goods License, Comicazi, 407 Highland Ave, 2 display tables.Approved  Action details Not available
206127 1206127LicenseSign/Awning Permit, Oom Yung Doe, 352 Washington St, 2 signs.Approved  Action details Not available
206132 1206132LicenseTransferring Taxi Medallion License, Medallion #20 from Bibi's Cab to Edelle Cab.Approved  Action details Not available
206131 1206131LicenseAmending Livery License, Mass Cab, 45 Endicott Ave, adding 1 vehicle, not stored in Somerville.Approved  Action details Not available
206142 1206142LicenseRenewing Garage License, Faulkner Brothers, 13 Alpine St.Approved  Action details Not available
206148 1206148LicenseRenewing Garage License, Union Gulf Service, 231 Washington St.Approved  Action details Not available
206143 1206143LicenseRenewing Garage License, Fred Susan Auto Body, 269 Somerville Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
206145 1206145LicenseRenewing Garage License, Gene Automotive Repair, 56 Joy St.Approved  Action details Not available
206144 1206144LicenseRenewing Garage License, GE Auto Repair, 631 Somerville Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
206147 1206147LicenseRenewing Garage License, Teddy's Foreign Motors, 68 Joy St.Approved  Action details Not available
206146 1206146LicenseRenewing Garage License, Pearl St Auto Sales, 182 Pearl St.Approved  Action details Not available
206141 1206141LicenseRenewing Garage License, Brazil Auto Repair, 621 Somerville Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
206138 1206138LicenseRenewing Flammables License, Pearl St Auto Sales, 182 Pearl St.Approved  Action details Not available
206137 1206137LicenseRenewing Flammables License, Faulkner Brothers, 13 Alpine St.Approved  Action details Not available
206140 1206140LicenseRenewing Flammables License, Winter Hill Yacht Club, 500 Artisan Way.Approved  Action details Not available
206139 1206139LicenseRenewing Flammables License, Union Gulf Service, 231 Washington St.Approved  Action details Not available
206149 1206149LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Ball Square Cafe and Breakfast, 708 Broadway.Approved  Action details Not available
206151 1206151LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, La Brasa, 124 Broadway.Approved  Action details Not available
206152 1206152LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Reliable Market, 45 Union Sq.Approved  Action details Not available
206150 1206150LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Five Horses Tavern, 400 Highland Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
206136 1206136LicenseRenewing Open Air Vendor License, The Somerville Flea, Buena Vista Parking Lot.Approved  Action details Not available
206134 1206134LicenseRenewing Billiards and Bowling License, Thunder Road, 379 Somerville Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
206133 1206133LicenseRenewing Automatic Amusement Devices License, Thunder Road, 379 Somerville Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
206135 1206135LicenseRenewing Extended Operating Hours License, Pepi's Pizzeria, 516B Medford St.Approved  Action details Not available
206181 1206181Public CommunicationEversource 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 1206182Public CommunicationMA 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 2206179OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works repair the raised crosswalk at 13 Foskett Street.Approved  Action details Not available
206180 2206180OrderThat 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 2206164OrderThat, 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 2206135LicenseRenewing Extended Operating Hours License, Pepi's Pizzeria, 516B Medford St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206165 2206165OrderThat the Director of SPCD provide this Board with an update on apartment vacancies in the 100 Homes Program.Approved  Action details Not available
206166 2206166OrderThat 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 2206159OrdinanceRequesting approval to amend Ordinances 2-322 and 2-323 re: municipal salary ranges.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
206167 2206167OrderThat 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 2206168OrderThat 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 2206169OrderThat the Director of SPCD deploy traffic calming measures on Marshall Street.Approved  Action details Not available
206170 2206170OrderThat the Director of Traffic and Parking examine possible traffic pattern changes to calm traffic on Marshall Street.Approved  Action details Not available
206171 2206171OrderThat 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 2206172OrderThat 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 2206173OrderThat the Director of Traffic and Parking install a STOP sign on Temple Road at Governor Winthrop Road.Approved  Action details Not available
206174 2206174OrderThat 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 2206175OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works fill the remaining large pothole in front of the Somerville Hospital parking lot.Approved  Action details Not available
206176 2206176OrderThat 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 2206177OrderThat 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 2206178OrderThat 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 2206133LicenseRenewing Automatic Amusement Devices License, Thunder Road, 379 Somerville Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206134 2206134LicenseRenewing Billiards and Bowling License, Thunder Road, 379 Somerville Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206136 2206136LicenseRenewing Open Air Vendor License, The Somerville Flea, Buena Vista Parking Lot.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206150 2206150LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Five Horses Tavern, 400 Highland Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206152 2206152LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Reliable Market, 45 Union Sq.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206151 2206151LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, La Brasa, 124 Broadway.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206149 2206149LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Ball Square Cafe and Breakfast, 708 Broadway.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206139 2206139LicenseRenewing Flammables License, Union Gulf Service, 231 Washington St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206140 2206140LicenseRenewing Flammables License, Winter Hill Yacht Club, 500 Artisan Way.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206137 2206137LicenseRenewing Flammables License, Faulkner Brothers, 13 Alpine St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206138 2206138LicenseRenewing Flammables License, Pearl St Auto Sales, 182 Pearl St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206141 2206141LicenseRenewing Garage License, Brazil Auto Repair, 621 Somerville Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206146 2206146LicenseRenewing Garage License, Pearl St Auto Sales, 182 Pearl St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206147 2206147LicenseRenewing Garage License, Teddy's Foreign Motors, 68 Joy St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206144 2206144LicenseRenewing Garage License, GE Auto Repair, 631 Somerville Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206145 2206145LicenseRenewing Garage License, Gene Automotive Repair, 56 Joy St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206143 2206143LicenseRenewing Garage License, Fred Susan Auto Body, 269 Somerville Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206148 2206148LicenseRenewing Garage License, Union Gulf Service, 231 Washington St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206142 2206142LicenseRenewing Garage License, Faulkner Brothers, 13 Alpine St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206131 2206131LicenseAmending Livery License, Mass Cab, 45 Endicott Ave, adding 1 vehicle, not stored in Somerville.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206132 2206132LicenseTransferring Taxi Medallion License, Medallion #20 from Bibi's Cab to Edelle Cab.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206127 2206127LicenseSign/Awning Permit, Oom Yung Doe, 352 Washington St, 2 signs.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206130 2206130LicenseNew Outdoor Seating and Goods License, Comicazi, 407 Highland Ave, 2 display tables.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206126 2206126LicenseNew Drainlayer's License, Kealey Excavation.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206042 2206042CitationCongratulating Oscar Greene on the auspicious occasion of his 100th birthday.Approved  Action details Not available
206125 2206125LicenseNew Drainlayer's License, Capitol Services. (Interim approval on 6/6.)Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206124 2206124Public EventPublic Event License, Sean Collier Kickball Extravaganza, Trum Field and Franey Rd, Sep 22, 8AM-6PM.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206122 2206122Public EventPublic 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 2206121Public EventPublic Event License, Menorah Youth Ministries Summer Program Block Party, Chapel St, Aug 10, 4:30-7:30PM.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206120 2206120Public EventPublic Event License, OpenAir Circus Performances, Nunziato Field, Aug 2-6, various times.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206119 2206119Public EventPublic Event License, OpenAir Circus Rehearsals, Nunziato Field, Jul 31-Aug 1, 4-9PM.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206118 2206118Public EventPublic 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 2206117Public EventPublic 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 2206116Public EventPublic Event License, Indiana Ave Block Party, Jul 22, 2-9PM.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206115 2206115Public EventPublic Event License, Gorham St Block Party, Jul 21, 11AM-6PM (raindate Jul 22).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206114 2206114Public EventPublic 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 2206113Public EventPublic Event License, Derby St Block Party, from Grant St to Temple St, Jul 7, 8AM-8PM.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206112 2206112Public EventPublic 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 2206111Public EventPublic 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 2206110Public EventPublic Event License, OpenAir Circus Classes, Powderhouse Park, Jun 28, Jul 5,12,19,26, 4-8PM.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206109 2206109Public EventPublic 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 2206108Public EventPublic Event License, OpenAir Circus Classes, Nunziato Field, Jun 26, Jul 3,10,17,24, 4-8PM.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206107 2206107Public EventPublic 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 2206106Public EventPublic Event License, Family Fun Day, Trum Field, Jun 23, 10AM-5PM (raindate Jun 24).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206105 2206105Public EventPublic Event License, Legoland Minifigure 40th Birthday Parade, Assembly Row, Jun 23, 9:30-10:30AM.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206104 2206104Public EventPublic Event License, Mindful Revolutions Yoga and Brunch, Albion Park, Jun 23, 9AM-2:30PM (raindate Jul 7).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206103 2206103Public EventPublic 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 2206073OrderThat 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 2206044Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 2206072ResolutionThat 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 2206043Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 2206077ResolutionThat 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 2206041CitationCommending 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 2205683Public CommunicationTori Antonino submitting comments re: #203365, calling for a native planting ordinance.Recommended to be sent for discussion  Action details Not available
205946 2205946Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on May 23, 2018.Approved  Action details Not available
206048 2206048OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works remove the knocked-down sign at 169 Powderhouse Blvd.Approved  Action details Not available
206049 2206049OrderThat 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 2206050OrderThat the City Arborist inspect the two dead trees in the back left side of Veterans Memorial Cemetery.Approved  Action details Not available
206051 2206051OrderThat 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 2206052OrderThat the Superintendent of Inspectional Services inspect 33-35 Barton Street for vegetation obstructing public ways.Approved  Action details Not available
206053 2206053OrderThat 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 2206054OrderThat the Director of Traffic and Parking suggest safety improvements for the crosswalk at Simpson Avenue and Broadway.Approved  Action details Not available
206055 2206055OrderThat the City Solicitor draft an ordinance banning plastic straws.Approved  Action details Not available
206056 2206056ResolutionThat the Administration report to this Board on what is currently being done regarding suicide prevention.Approved  Action details Not available
206057 2206057OrderThat the Director of SPCD make the online decision/report database searchable by applicant name.Approved  Action details Not available
206058 2206058ResolutionThat 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 2206059OrderThat 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 2206060OrderThat 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 2206061OrderThat 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 2206062CommunicationReporting on the first two meetings of the Community Land Trust Working Group.Placed on file  Action details Not available
206063 2206063OrderThat 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 2206068CommunicationUpdating 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 2206064OrderThat 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 2206065OrderThat 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 2206066OrderThat 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 2206067OrderThat 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 2206069ResolutionThat 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 2206070ResolutionThat the Administration work with interested community groups to implement a pilot program for native street trees.Approved  Action details Not available
206046 2206046OrderThat the City Solicitor draft a vacant properties ordinance similar to the one in Arlington.Approved  Action details Not available
206047 2206047OrderThat 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 2206045ResolutionOpposing Donald Trump's Zero Tolerance Policy which separates children from their parents.Approved  Action details Not available
206102 3206102Officer's CommunicationDPW Commissioner responding to various Board Orders submitted 5/24/18.Placed on file  Action details Not available
206091 3206091Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 3206089Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 3206090Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 3206099OrdinanceCity Solicitor submitting an Ordinance to replace Ordinance 5-32 regarding Fire Department salaries.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
206087 3206087Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 3206079Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 3206098Mayor's RequestRequesting the re-appointment of Andrew Haynes as Constable.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
206081 3206081Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 3206082Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 3206083Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 3206084Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 3206085Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 3206097CommunicationRequesting the appointment of James Stanford to the position of Deputy Police Chief.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
206101 3206101CommunicationTraffic and Parking Director responding to items approved at the 5/24/18 meeting.Placed on file  Action details Not available
205969 3205969Public EventPublic Event License, BRAIN Arts Organization New England Underground Music Festival, ArtFarm, Jun 16, 12Noon-1AM.Approved with conditions  Action details Not available
205740 3205740Public EventPublic Event License, Boston Meditation Training Seminar, Statue Park, Jun 3,10,17, 12:30-5PM.Approved as amended  Action details Not available
205858 3205858LicenseNew 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 3206162CommunicationDirector 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 3206161Officer's CommunicationSpecial Counsel submitting a revised Community Benefits Ordinance.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
206072 4206072ResolutionThat 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 4205927OrderThat 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 4206163CommunicationDirector of Purchasing responding to #205902 re: a list of vendor contracts since 2017.Placed on file  Action details Not available
205858 4205858LicenseNew 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 4205080OrderThat 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 4205740Public EventPublic Event License, Boston Meditation Training Seminar, Statue Park, Jun 3,10,17, 12:30-5PM.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
205696 4205696OrderThat 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 4205805OrderThat 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 4205815OrderThat 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 4205969Public EventPublic Event License, BRAIN Arts Organization New England Underground Music Festival, ArtFarm, Jun 16, 12Noon-1AM.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
206078 4206078Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $2,543,000 in a bond for Water Main Replacement.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
206088 4206088Mayor's RequestRequesting approval to appropriate $18,855.55 from the USQ Revitalization Stabilization Fund for legal services.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
206080 4206080Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 4203280OrderThat 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