Details Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final Meeting date/time: 11/14/2019 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 (174) 174 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 File # Ver. Agenda # Type Title Action Result Action Details Video 209221 1 209221 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on October 29, 2019. Approved   Action details Not available 209218 1 209218 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on November 4, 2019. Approved   Action details Not available 209220 1 209220 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on November 6, 2019. Approved   Action details Not available 209225 1 209225 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on November 6, 2019. Approved   Action details Not available 209223 1 209223 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on November 7, 2019. Approved as amended   Action details Not available 209219 1 209219 Committee Report Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on November 12, 2019. Approved   Action details Not available 209226 1 209226 Committee Report Report of the Special Committee on Rodent Issues, meeting on November 13, 2019. Approved   Action details Not available 209245 1 209245 License New Drainlayer's License, BSI Engineering Inc. Approved   Action details Not available 209257 1 209257 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, When Pigs Fly, 241 Elm St. Approved   Action details Not available 209258 1 209258 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Tasting Counter, 14 Tyler St. Approved   Action details Not available 209247 1 209247 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Aris Auto, 3 Craigie St. Approved   Action details Not available 209248 1 209248 License Renewing Used Car Dealer's Class 2 License, Barnes and Walsh, 224 Somerville Ave. Approved   Action details Not available 209249 1 209249 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Hillside Service Center, 45 Mystic Ave. Approved   Action details Not available 209244 1 209244 Public Event Public Event License, Jingle Bell 5K Walk/Run, Davis Sq area, Dec 15, 7AM-2PM. Approved   Action details Not available 209185 1 209185 Grant of Location Submitted by ExteNet Systems to install a wireless small cell antenna and related equipment on an existing utility pole near 64 Rush Street. Approved   Action details Not available 209259 1 209259 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Gauchao Brazilian Cuisine, 102 Broadway. Approved   Action details Not available 209250 1 209250 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Pat's Enterprises, 308 McGrath Hwy. Approved   Action details Not available 209251 1 209251 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Pat's Towing, 160 McGrath Hwy. Approved   Action details Not available 209252 1 209252 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Gene Automotive, 56 Joy St. Approved   Action details Not available 209253 1 209253 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Simon's Auto Service, 166 Boston Ave. Approved   Action details Not available 209254 1 209254 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Teele Sq Auto, 1284 Broadway. Approved   Action details Not available 209182 1 209182 Grant of Location Submitted by Eversource to install 96 feet of conduit in Chester Avenue from Pole 64/1 to a new pedestal near 5 Chester Avenue, to provide service to the GLX Community Path. Approved   Action details Not available 209186 1 209186 Grant of Location Submitted by ExteNet Systems to install a small cell wireless antenna and related equipment on an existing utility pole near 10 Flint Avenue. Approved   Action details Not available 209187 1 209187 Grant of Location Submitted by ExteNet Systems to install a small cell wireless antenna and related equipment on an existing utility pole near 59 Dartmouth Street. Laid on the table   Action details Not available 209188 1 209188 Grant of Location Submitted by ExteNet Systems to install a small cell wireless antenna and related equipment on an existing utility pole near 124 Walnut Street. Approved   Action details Not available 209184 1 209184 Grant of Location Submitted by ExteNet Systems to install a small cell wireless antenna and related equipment on an existing pole on the intersection of 97 Gilman Street and Jasper Street. Approved   Action details Not available 209255 1 209255 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Tech Auto Body, 9 Union Sq. Approved   Action details Not available 209262 1 209262 License New Extended Operating Hours License, Oath Craft Pizza, 278 Elm Street, seeking to remain open for in-store, take-out, and delivery service until 1am daily (no alcohol service after 11pm). Approved   Action details Not available 209180 1 209180 Grant of Location Submitted by Comcast to install 75 feet of conduit in Winter Street from Pole 3 to a point of pickup at 17 Holland Street. Approved with conditions   Action details Not available 209190 1 209190 Ordinance Proposing an amendment to Tree Preservation Ordinance 12-102 - Definitions, to add to the definition of Invasive Plant the following sentence: “However, Norway Maples and other trees larger than 24" diameter at breast height shall not be considered Invasive Plants.” Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 209193 1 209193 Communication Reporting on decisions of the Traffic Commission for the 2nd and 3rd quarters of 2019. Placed on file   Action details Not available 209199 1 209199 Ordinance Proposing an amendment to Ordinance 2-123 - Prosecution of Legal Proceedings, to add a new last sentence: "Such notice shall include the name(s) of the plaintiff(s), a description of the nature of the claims brought by the plaintiff(s), and the amount of damages and any other relief sought by the plaintiff(s)." Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 209215 1 209215 Communication Providing an update on the SomerVision Housing Working Group. Placed on file   Action details Not available 209214 1 209214 Communication Providing results of the 2019 Block Party Challenge. Placed on file   Action details Not available 209213 1 209213 Resolution Thanking the Police and Public Works Departments for their safety and community building efforts on Halloween. Approved   Action details Not available 209216 1 209216 Communication Providing an update on the work of the Community Cabinet. Placed on file   Action details Not available 209256 1 209256 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, John's Auto Sales, 181 Somerville Ave. Approved   Action details Not available 209181 1 209181 Withdrawn Withdrawn. Withdrawn   Action details Not available 209260 1 209260 License New Flammables License, DW Propco JK LLC, 0 Dawes Street, storing 2,500 gallons. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 209217 1 209217 Committee Report Report of the Caucus of the 2020 City Council, meeting on November 14, 2019. Approved   Action details Not available 209261 1 209261 License New Garage License, DW Propco JK LLC, 0 Dawes Street, 118 vehicles inside, none outside, for storing vehicles only. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 209178 1 209178 Roll Call Call of the Roll. Placed on file   Action details Not available 209179 1 209179 Minutes Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, October 10, 2019. Approved   Action details Not available 209246 1 209246 License Renewing Lodging House License, Alpha Tau Omega, 134 Professors Row. Approved   Action details Not available 209183 1 209183 Grant of Location Submitted by Eversource to install 8 feet of conduit in Avon Street from Pole 20/7 to a point of pickup at 117 Summer Street. Approved   Action details Not available 209183 2 209183 Grant of Location Submitted by Eversource to install 8 feet of conduit in Avon Street from Pole 20/7 to a point of pickup at 117 Summer Street. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209246 2 209246 License Renewing Lodging House License, Alpha Tau Omega, 134 Professors Row. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209263 2 209263 Order That this Council consider allowing owner-adjacent short-term rental landlords more flexibility if they provide a predetermined number of days of temporary affordable housing per year at a predetermined charge per day. Approved   Action details Not available 209264 2 209264 Order That the Director of Parking install flashing 20 mph speed limit signs near both ends of Highland Road and at two locations on Morrison Avenue, between Cedar Street and Willow Avenue. Approved   Action details Not available 209271 2 209271 Mayor's Communication Conveying the Police Department's After-Action Report on the Boston Straight Pride Parade and counter protest, along with an accompanying memorandum. Placed on file   Action details Not available 209272 2 209272 Resolution That the Administration make detailed information easily available to the public regarding applicants for adult-use cannabis licenses. Approved   Action details Not available 209200 2 209200 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works work with the appropriate state agencies to remove the trash that has been dumped between Route 93 and the Boat House, and repair the hole in the fence separating Route 93 and the Boat House. Approved   Action details Not available 209201 2 209201 Order That the Director of SPCD explicitly encourage real estate developers to pursue net zero building standards during "pre-submittal" meetings with the Planning staff. Approved   Action details Not available 209203 2 209203 Order That the Chief of Police report to this Council on the balance of funds in the Law Enforcement Trust Fund, annual income from Civil Asset Forfeiture, and annual spending over the past 5 years. Approved   Action details Not available 209204 2 209204 Order That the Director of SPCD inform the Ward 3 City Councilor and the High School Parking Working Group of any parking data or studies conducted specifically related to parking needs at the Central Library. Approved   Action details Not available 209205 2 209205 Order That the Director of SPCD report to this Council the ten largest lots outside of the proposed "Transform" districts and outside of any "Neighborhood Plans" that are likely to come up for redevelopment in the next several years, so that special attention may be given to their redevelopment. Approved   Action details Not available 209206 2 209206 Order That the Director of Engineering keep the Ward 3 and Ward 4 City Councilors apprised of progress on constructing a "Weir Wall" to help alleviate flooding on Richdale Avenue. Approved   Action details Not available 209207 2 209207 Order That the GLX Liaison and other Administration officials do everything in their power to reduce the amount and volume of overnight GLX construction noise, which is affecting the sleep, well-being, and public health of the surrounding neighborhoods. Approved   Action details Not available 209208 2 209208 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works repaint the STOP HERE line on Central Street on the northern side of the intersection with Somerville Avenue. Approved   Action details Not available 209209 2 209209 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works replace the damaged curb ramp mats at the intersection of Highland Avenue and Central Street. Approved   Action details Not available 209210 2 209210 Resolution That the Administration report on whether the Neighborhood Impact Team continues to operate, and, if it does not, how its goals are pursued in other ways. Approved   Action details Not available 209211 2 209211 Order That the Director of SPCD explain how the ownership for priority applicants for adult-use marijuana licenses is defined and monitored, at both the point of licensing application and after licensing. Approved   Action details Not available 209202 2 209202 Order That the Administration inform this Council whether any official or unofficial communications channels exist between Somerville and ICE, in light of recent revelations of frequent communications between the Boston Police and ICE regarding "low-level offenses like trespassing and shoplifting." (See attached media report.) Approved   Action details Not available 209212 2 209212 Order That the Director of SPCD consider ways to rate each proposed development based on its likely impact on measures of community health and well-being such as affordability, revenue, environmental health, traffic, flooding, and others. Approved   Action details Not available 209192 2 209192 Resolution That the Mayor submit 3 candidates for appointment to the Planning Board as soon as possible, to fill an empty position and to replace the 2 members who have been serving at the Mayor’s pleasure since this Council voted overwhelmingly to not reappoint them in August 2018. Approved   Action details Not available 209195 2 209195 Order That the Director of Engineering, the Director of SPCD, and the Commissioner of Public Works prioritize fixing the roads from Clarendon Hill Towers to Stop and Shop, including better lights for crossing the streets and auditory noises for people with limited vision. Approved   Action details Not available 209196 2 209196 Order That the Director of Engineering and the Director of SPCD work with the State Delegation to install a left turn only green light, or a delayed green light, at the intersection of Alewife Brook Parkway and Broadway, to alleviate traffic turning left from Alewife Brook Parkway onto Broadway going towards Somerville. Approved   Action details Not available 209197 2 209197 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works collaborate with the MBTA to install a bright light at the Clarendon Hill bus stop. Approved   Action details Not available 209198 2 209198 Order That the Director of Engineering and the Commissioner of Public Works submit a plan to repair the bricks on the streets in Davis Square. Approved   Action details Not available 209194 2 209194 Resolution Affirming Somerville’s commitment to our asylum-seeking residents and condemning the Federal Administrative Decision undermining asylum protection for survivors of domestic violence. Approved   Action details Not available 209191 2 209191 Order That the Director of Inspectional Services and/or the Director of Engineering report to this Council how the construction of driveways with pervious surfaces is inspected to ensure that the subsurface has been correctly installed so precipitation is absorbed. Approved   Action details Not available 209180 2 209180 Grant of Location Submitted by Comcast to install 75 feet of conduit in Winter Street from Pole 3 to a point of pickup at 17 Holland Street. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209262 2 209262 License New Extended Operating Hours License, Oath Craft Pizza, 278 Elm Street, seeking to remain open for in-store, take-out, and delivery service until 1am daily (no alcohol service after 11pm). Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209224 2 209224 Order That the City Solicitor draft an ordinance to address the Black Swallow-wort problem. Approved   Action details Not available 209255 2 209255 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Tech Auto Body, 9 Union Sq. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209184 2 209184 Grant of Location Submitted by ExteNet Systems to install a small cell wireless antenna and related equipment on an existing pole on the intersection of 97 Gilman Street and Jasper Street. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209189 2 209189 Order That the Director of Parking install the respective missing street signs at the intersection of North Street and Powderhouse Blvd. Approved   Action details Not available 209188 2 209188 Grant of Location Submitted by ExteNet Systems to install a small cell wireless antenna and related equipment on an existing utility pole near 124 Walnut Street. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209186 2 209186 Grant of Location Submitted by ExteNet Systems to install a small cell wireless antenna and related equipment on an existing utility pole near 10 Flint Avenue. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209182 2 209182 Grant of Location Submitted by Eversource to install 96 feet of conduit in Chester Avenue from Pole 64/1 to a new pedestal near 5 Chester Avenue, to provide service to the GLX Community Path. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209254 2 209254 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Teele Sq Auto, 1284 Broadway. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209253 2 209253 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Simon's Auto Service, 166 Boston Ave. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209252 2 209252 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Gene Automotive, 56 Joy St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209251 2 209251 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Pat's Towing, 160 McGrath Hwy. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209250 2 209250 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Pat's Enterprises, 308 McGrath Hwy. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209259 2 209259 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Gauchao Brazilian Cuisine, 102 Broadway. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209185 2 209185 Grant of Location Submitted by ExteNet Systems to install a wireless small cell antenna and related equipment on an existing utility pole near 64 Rush Street. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209244 2 209244 Public Event Public Event License, Jingle Bell 5K Walk/Run, Davis Sq area, Dec 15, 7AM-2PM. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209249 2 209249 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Hillside Service Center, 45 Mystic Ave. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209248 2 209248 License Renewing Used Car Dealer's Class 2 License, Barnes and Walsh, 224 Somerville Ave. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209247 2 209247 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Aris Auto, 3 Craigie St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209258 2 209258 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, Tasting Counter, 14 Tyler St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209257 2 209257 License Renewing Outdoor Seating License, When Pigs Fly, 241 Elm St. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209245 2 209245 License New Drainlayer's License, BSI Engineering Inc. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209222 2 209222 Resolution That the Administration advise the Committee on Land Use how compliance with zoning is and will be monitored and enforced post-certificate of occupancy. Approved   Action details Not available 209235 2 209235 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of David Gibbs to the Affordable Housing Trust. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 209236 2 209236 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Newton Tedder to the Conservation Commission. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 209128 2 209128 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Somerville Motors, 182 Washington St. Approved   Action details Not available 209120 2 209120 License Renewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Master Used Cars, 121 Prospect St. Approved   Action details Not available 209241 3 209241 Communication Director of SomerStat responding to #208693 with a citywide heat map of overdoses and improperly disposed needles. Placed on file   Action details Not available 209239 3 209239 Mayor's Request Assistant City Solicitor requesting to appear in Executive Session to discuss settlement of a pending claim. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 209240 3 209240 Withdrawn Withdrawn. Withdrawn   Action details Not available 209238 3 209238 Mayor's Request Requesting the opportunity to provide this Council an update on Somerville Community Choice Electricity. Placed on file   Action details Not available 209243 3 209243 Officer's Communication Director of Health and Human Services submitting the Rodent Control Report and its Executive Summary, re: rodent activity in East Somerville. Placed on file   Action details Not available 209212 3 209212 Order That the Director of SPCD consider ways to rate each proposed development based on its likely impact on measures of community health and well-being such as affordability, revenue, environmental health, traffic, flooding, and others. Approved   Action details Not available 209202 3 209202 Order That the Administration inform this Council whether any official or unofficial communications channels exist between Somerville and ICE, in light of recent revelations of frequent communications between the Boston Police and ICE regarding "low-level offenses like trespassing and shoplifting." (See attached media report.) Approved   Action details Not available 209211 3 209211 Order That the Director of SPCD explain how the ownership for priority applicants for adult-use marijuana licenses is defined and monitored, at both the point of licensing application and after licensing. Approved   Action details Not available 209201 3 209201 Order That the Director of SPCD explicitly encourage real estate developers to pursue net zero building standards during "pre-submittal" meetings with the Planning staff. Approved   Action details Not available 209271 3 209271 Mayor's Communication Conveying the Police Department's After-Action Report on the Boston Straight Pride Parade and counter protest, along with an accompanying memorandum. Placed on file   Action details Not available 209268 3 209268 Ordinance Assistant City Solicitor submitting an Ordinance relative to Small Wireless Facilities in the Public Right of Way, as approved by the Legislative Matters Committee on 11/7/19. Ordinance ordained   Action details Not available 209267 3 209267 Mayor's Request Assistant City Solicitor requesting approval to settle a pending claim from Skipton Kennels for $19,998. Approved   Action details Not available 209242 3 209242 Officer's Communication Director of Sustainability and Environment conveying a recycling education postcard being mailed to residents. Placed on file   Action details Not available 209270 3 209270 Communication Parks and Recreation Director responding to #209152 re: Lincoln Park athletic field use, warranty, and quality control. Placed on file   Action details Not available 209237 3 209237 Communication Requesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Aladdine Joroff to the Conservation Commission. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 209227 3 209227 Mayor's Request Requesting the appropriation of $2,300,000 from the Receipts Reserved for Appropriation Parking Meter Receipts Account in order to reduce the FY2020 Tax Levy. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 209267 4 209267 Mayor's Request Assistant City Solicitor requesting approval to settle a pending claim from Skipton Kennels for $19,998. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209263 4 209263 Order That this Council consider allowing owner-adjacent short-term rental landlords more flexibility if they provide a predetermined number of days of temporary affordable housing per year at a predetermined charge per day. Kept in committee   Action details Not available 209268 4 209268 Ordinance Assistant City Solicitor submitting an Ordinance relative to Small Wireless Facilities in the Public Right of Way, as approved by the Legislative Matters Committee on 11/7/19. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209269 4 209269 Communication Planning Board conveying its recommendations re: #208702, requesting adoption of a new Zoning Ordinance to supersede the current Zoning Ordinance as originally adopted on March 23, 1990. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 209205 4 209205 Order That the Director of SPCD report to this Council the ten largest lots outside of the proposed "Transform" districts and outside of any "Neighborhood Plans" that are likely to come up for redevelopment in the next several years, so that special attention may be given to their redevelopment. Kept in committee   Action details Not available 209231 4 209231 Mayor's Request Requesting acceptance of a $68,000 grant with no new match required, from the Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for the purchase of a K-9 vehicle. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 209265 4 209265 Mayor's Request Requesting a supplemental appropriation of $75,000 to the Kennedy School Pool Enterprise Fund to replace the pool filter. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 209232 4 209232 Mayor's Request Requesting acceptance of a $25,600 grant with no new match required, from the MA Emergency Management Agency to the Health and Human Services Department for emergency preparedness equipment trailers and implementation of a live drill to test an emergency dispensing plan. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 209228 4 209228 Withdrawn Withdrawn. Withdrawn   Action details Not available 209229 4 209229 Mayor's Request Requesting approval to pay a prior year invoice totaling $140 using available funds in the Health and Human Services Professional and Technical Services Account for a sign language interpreter. Approved   Action details Not available 209230 4 209230 Mayor's Request Requesting acceptance of a $400,000 grant that requires a match, from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to the SPCD Parks and Urban Forestry Division for the Central Hill Playground. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 209234 4 209234 Mayor's Request Requesting acceptance of a $3,000 Title lllB grant with no new match required, from Somerville Cambridge Elder Services to the Council on Aging for transportation costs. Approved   Action details Not available 209233 4 209233 Mayor's Request Requesting approval of $7,816 Title lllD grant, with no new matching funds, from Somerville Cambridge Elder Services for the Council on Aging, for support of the Health and Wellness program. Approved   Action details Not available 208993 4 208993 Resolution That the Administration provide an update on implementation of the Tree Preservation Ordinance, with any recommendations for amendments to make it as effective and enforceable as possible. Work completed   Action details Not available 208994 4 208994 Ordinance Proposing amendments to the Tree Preservation Ordinance to allow the Tree Warden and Senior Urban Forestry and Landscape Planner to designate a co-worker to perform their duties and attend, count towards the quorum for, and participate and vote in, the meetings of the Urban Forestry Committee. Ordinance ordained   Action details Not available 204405 4 204405 Communication Superintendent of Inspectional Services responding to #204168 re: stop work orders issued over the last 2 years. Work completed   Action details Not available 204671 4 204671 Order That the Director of SPCD discuss with the Ward 7 Alderman the traffic strategy and mitigation options for the new projects around Teele Square. Work completed   Action details Not available 208680 4 208680 Order That the City Solicitor determine whether the City may draft an ordinance or implement a policy or procedure to address the Black Swallow-wort problem. Work completed   Action details Not available 208904 4 208904 Order That the Director of Inspectional Services inspect Gilman and Aldrich Streets regularly for trash and other violations that increase rodent activities and report back to the Ward One Councilor on any fines issued. Work completed   Action details Not available 208994 5 208994 Ordinance Proposing amendments to the Tree Preservation Ordinance to allow the Tree Warden and Senior Urban Forestry and Landscape Planner to designate a co-worker to perform their duties and attend, count towards the quorum for, and participate and vote in, the meetings of the Urban Forestry Committee. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209095 5 209095 Mayor's Request City Solicitor requesting to appear in Executive Session to discuss settlement of a pending claim, pursuant to SCO Section 2-124 Placed on file   Action details Not available 204443 5 204443 Officer's Communication Director of SPCD requesting to brief this Board on the Clarendon Hills redevelopment proposal. Work completed   Action details Not available 209233 5 209233 Mayor's Request Requesting approval of $7,816 Title lllD grant, with no new matching funds, from Somerville Cambridge Elder Services for the Council on Aging, for support of the Health and Wellness program. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209234 5 209234 Mayor's Request Requesting acceptance of a $3,000 Title lllB grant with no new match required, from Somerville Cambridge Elder Services to the Council on Aging for transportation costs. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209229 5 209229 Mayor's Request Requesting approval to pay a prior year invoice totaling $140 using available funds in the Health and Human Services Professional and Technical Services Account for a sign language interpreter. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209266 5 209266 Mayor's Request Requesting approval of a transfer of $3,000 within SPCD's Economic Development Division, from its Ordinary Maintenance Account to its Personal Services Account, for a temporary fabrication lab door monitor. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 209088 5 209088 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Bonnie Denis to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities. Approved   Action details Not available 209089 5 209089 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Finn Gardner to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities. Approved   Action details Not available 209090 5 209090 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Brian Postlewaite to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities. Approved   Action details Not available 209273 5 209273 Mayor's Request Requesting a supplemental appropriation of $500,000 to the Engineering Division Capital Outlay Street Repairs Account in order to perform mill and overlay paving of the travel way in prioritized streets. Referred for recommendation   Action details Not available 209090 6 209090 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Brian Postlewaite to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209089 6 209089 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Finn Gardner to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209088 6 209088 Communication Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Bonnie Denis to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 208883 6 208883 Public Communication 2 residents submitting comments re: the deployment of 5G small wireless facilities. Work completed   Action details Not available 209016 6 209016 Mayor's Request Requesting acceptance of a $236,976.00 grant with no new match required, from the State 911 Office to the Police Department to fund E911 personnel costs. Approved   Action details Not available 209017 6 209017 Mayor's Request Requesting acceptance of a $80,749.62 grant with no new match required, from the State E911 Office to the Police Department for 911 training and emergency medical dispatch services. Approved   Action details Not available 209019 6 209019 Mayor's Request Requesting acceptance of a $24,500 grant with no new match required, from the State 911 Office to the Police Department to fund E911 emergency medical dispatch services. Approved   Action details Not available 209015 6 209015 Mayor's Request Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices from Home Depot totaling $4,732.72 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Fleet Division and Highway Division Accounts for under-funded Home Depot purchases in June. Approved   Action details Not available 209018 6 209018 Mayor's Request Requesting acceptance of a $77,047.27 grant that requires a match, from the Department of Homeland Security to the Fire Department for active shooter/hostile event training. Approved   Action details Not available 199126 6 199126 Order That the Director of Health and Human Services report to this Board on the increase in homeless families and unaccompanied homeless minors, the work of the Homelessness Task Force, and the possible need for city resources to serve them. Work completed   Action details Not available 205100 6 205100 Resolution That the Administration appear before this Board to discuss a possible Transit and Pedestrian Advisory Group. Work completed   Action details Not available 208668 7 208668 Order That the Legislative Matters Committee prepare an ordinance to regulate the placement of wireless facilities to the maximum extent permitted by state law. Work completed   Action details Not available 209008 7 209008 Mayor's Request Requesting the adoption of MGL Chapter 200A, Section 9A, regarding the disposition of abandoned funds. Approved   Action details Not available 209018 7 209018 Mayor's Request Requesting acceptance of a $77,047.27 grant that requires a match, from the Department of Homeland Security to the Fire Department for active shooter/hostile event training. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 208938 7 208938 Mayor's Request Requesting acceptance of a $50,000 grant with no new match required, from the Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for the purchase of 2 all-terrain vehicles. Approved   Action details Not available 204995 7 204995 Order That the Commissioner of Public Works and the Arts Council Director determine the feasibility of creating a mural (or another graffiti deterrent) on the back side of the Argenziano School. Work completed   Action details Not available 209015 7 209015 Mayor's Request Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices from Home Depot totaling $4,732.72 using available funds in the Department of Public Works Fleet Division and Highway Division Accounts for under-funded Home Depot purchases in June. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209159 7 209159 Mayor's Request Requesting the adoption of an Order of Taking for the acquisition of 217 Somerville Ave for the creation of neighborhood open space. Approved   Action details Not available 209019 7 209019 Mayor's Request Requesting acceptance of a $24,500 grant with no new match required, from the State 911 Office to the Police Department to fund E911 emergency medical dispatch services. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209017 7 209017 Mayor's Request Requesting acceptance of a $80,749.62 grant with no new match required, from the State E911 Office to the Police Department for 911 training and emergency medical dispatch services. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209016 7 209016 Mayor's Request Requesting acceptance of a $236,976.00 grant with no new match required, from the State 911 Office to the Police Department to fund E911 personnel costs. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209160 7 209160 Mayor's Request Requesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $1,400,000 in a bond for the acquisition of 217 Somerville Ave for the creation of neighborhood open space. Approved   Action details Not available 209160 8 209160 Mayor's Request Requesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $1,400,000 in a bond for the acquisition of 217 Somerville Ave for the creation of neighborhood open space. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209159 8 209159 Mayor's Request Requesting the adoption of an Order of Taking for the acquisition of 217 Somerville Ave for the creation of neighborhood open space. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 208862 8 208862 Ordinance Assistant City Solicitor submitting an Ordinance to regulate Small Wireless Facilities in the Public Right of Way. Placed on file   Action details Not available 208938 8 208938 Mayor's Request Requesting acceptance of a $50,000 grant with no new match required, from the Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management to the Police Department for the purchase of 2 all-terrain vehicles. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 209008 8 209008 Mayor's Request Requesting the adoption of MGL Chapter 200A, Section 9A, regarding the disposition of abandoned funds. Mayoral Approval   Action details Not available 203646 8 203646 Order That the City Solicitor draft a Building Energy Use Disclosure Ordinance to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by requiring owners of larger buildings to disclose annual energy use. Work completed   Action details Not available 204377 8 204377 Order That the Superintendent of Inspectional Services and the City Solicitor appear at this Board's November 9, 2017 meeting to discuss why developers have gotten building permits without meeting pre-conditions specified in zoning decisions, how the City can more effectively monitor projects for compliance with zoning conditions and other requirements, and what fines and penalties can be levied to deter future violations. Work completed   Action details Not available