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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
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209221 1209221Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Land Use, meeting on October 29, 2019.Approved  Action details Not available
209218 1209218Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters, meeting on November 4, 2019.Approved  Action details Not available
209220 1209220Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, meeting on November 6, 2019.Approved  Action details Not available
209225 1209225Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Licenses and Permits, meeting on November 6, 2019.Approved  Action details Not available
209223 1209223Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on November 7, 2019.Approved as amended  Action details Not available
209219 1209219Committee ReportReport of the Committee on Finance, meeting on November 12, 2019.Approved  Action details Not available
209226 1209226Committee ReportReport of the Special Committee on Rodent Issues, meeting on November 13, 2019.Approved  Action details Not available
209245 1209245LicenseNew Drainlayer's License, BSI Engineering Inc.Approved  Action details Not available
209257 1209257LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, When Pigs Fly, 241 Elm St.Approved  Action details Not available
209258 1209258LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Tasting Counter, 14 Tyler St.Approved  Action details Not available
209247 1209247LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Aris Auto, 3 Craigie St.Approved  Action details Not available
209248 1209248LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealer's Class 2 License, Barnes and Walsh, 224 Somerville Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
209249 1209249LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Hillside Service Center, 45 Mystic Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
209244 1209244Public EventPublic Event License, Jingle Bell 5K Walk/Run, Davis Sq area, Dec 15, 7AM-2PM.Approved  Action details Not available
209185 1209185Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 1209259LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Gauchao Brazilian Cuisine, 102 Broadway.Approved  Action details Not available
209250 1209250LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Pat's Enterprises, 308 McGrath Hwy.Approved  Action details Not available
209251 1209251LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Pat's Towing, 160 McGrath Hwy.Approved  Action details Not available
209252 1209252LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Gene Automotive, 56 Joy St.Approved  Action details Not available
209253 1209253LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Simon's Auto Service, 166 Boston Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
209254 1209254LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Teele Sq Auto, 1284 Broadway.Approved  Action details Not available
209182 1209182Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 1209186Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 1209187Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 1209188Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 1209184Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 1209255LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Tech Auto Body, 9 Union Sq.Approved  Action details Not available
209262 1209262LicenseNew 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 1209180Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 1209190OrdinanceProposing 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 1209193CommunicationReporting on decisions of the Traffic Commission for the 2nd and 3rd quarters of 2019.Placed on file  Action details Not available
209199 1209199OrdinanceProposing 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 1209215CommunicationProviding an update on the SomerVision Housing Working Group.Placed on file  Action details Not available
209214 1209214CommunicationProviding results of the 2019 Block Party Challenge.Placed on file  Action details Not available
209213 1209213ResolutionThanking the Police and Public Works Departments for their safety and community building efforts on Halloween.Approved  Action details Not available
209216 1209216CommunicationProviding an update on the work of the Community Cabinet.Placed on file  Action details Not available
209256 1209256LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, John's Auto Sales, 181 Somerville Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
209181 1209181WithdrawnWithdrawn.Withdrawn  Action details Not available
209260 1209260LicenseNew Flammables License, DW Propco JK LLC, 0 Dawes Street, storing 2,500 gallons.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
209217 1209217Committee ReportReport of the Caucus of the 2020 City Council, meeting on November 14, 2019.Approved  Action details Not available
209261 1209261LicenseNew 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 1209178Roll CallCall of the Roll.Placed on file  Action details Not available
209179 1209179MinutesApproval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, October 10, 2019.Approved  Action details Not available
209246 1209246LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Alpha Tau Omega, 134 Professors Row.Approved  Action details Not available
209183 1209183Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 2209183Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 2209246LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Alpha Tau Omega, 134 Professors Row.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
209263 2209263OrderThat 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 2209264OrderThat 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 2209271Mayor's CommunicationConveying 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 2209272ResolutionThat the Administration make detailed information easily available to the public regarding applicants for adult-use cannabis licenses.Approved  Action details Not available
209200 2209200OrderThat 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 2209201OrderThat 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 2209203OrderThat 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 2209204OrderThat 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 2209205OrderThat 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 2209206OrderThat 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 2209207OrderThat 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 2209208OrderThat 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 2209209OrderThat 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 2209210ResolutionThat 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 2209211OrderThat 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 2209202OrderThat 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 2209212OrderThat 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 2209192ResolutionThat 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 2209195OrderThat 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 2209196OrderThat 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 2209197OrderThat 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 2209198OrderThat 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 2209194ResolutionAffirming 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 2209191OrderThat 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 2209180Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 2209262LicenseNew 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 2209224OrderThat the City Solicitor draft an ordinance to address the Black Swallow-wort problem.Approved  Action details Not available
209255 2209255LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Tech Auto Body, 9 Union Sq.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
209184 2209184Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 2209189OrderThat 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 2209188Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 2209186Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 2209182Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 2209254LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Teele Sq Auto, 1284 Broadway.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
209253 2209253LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Simon's Auto Service, 166 Boston Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
209252 2209252LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Gene Automotive, 56 Joy St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
209251 2209251LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Pat's Towing, 160 McGrath Hwy.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
209250 2209250LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Pat's Enterprises, 308 McGrath Hwy.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
209259 2209259LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Gauchao Brazilian Cuisine, 102 Broadway.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
209185 2209185Grant of LocationSubmitted 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 2209244Public EventPublic Event License, Jingle Bell 5K Walk/Run, Davis Sq area, Dec 15, 7AM-2PM.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
209249 2209249LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Hillside Service Center, 45 Mystic Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
209248 2209248LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealer's Class 2 License, Barnes and Walsh, 224 Somerville Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
209247 2209247LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Aris Auto, 3 Craigie St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
209258 2209258LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, Tasting Counter, 14 Tyler St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
209257 2209257LicenseRenewing Outdoor Seating License, When Pigs Fly, 241 Elm St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
209245 2209245LicenseNew Drainlayer's License, BSI Engineering Inc.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
209222 2209222ResolutionThat 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 2209235CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of David Gibbs to the Affordable Housing Trust.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
209236 2209236CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Newton Tedder to the Conservation Commission.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
209128 2209128LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Somerville Motors, 182 Washington St.Approved  Action details Not available
209120 2209120LicenseRenewing Used Car Dealers License Class 2, Master Used Cars, 121 Prospect St.Approved  Action details Not available
209241 3209241CommunicationDirector of SomerStat responding to #208693 with a citywide heat map of overdoses and improperly disposed needles.Placed on file  Action details Not available
209239 3209239Mayor's RequestAssistant City Solicitor requesting to appear in Executive Session to discuss settlement of a pending claim.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
209240 3209240WithdrawnWithdrawn.Withdrawn  Action details Not available
209238 3209238Mayor's RequestRequesting the opportunity to provide this Council an update on Somerville Community Choice Electricity.Placed on file  Action details Not available
209243 3209243Officer's CommunicationDirector 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 3209212OrderThat 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 3209202OrderThat 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 3209211OrderThat 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 3209201OrderThat 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 3209271Mayor's CommunicationConveying 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 3209268OrdinanceAssistant 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 3209267Mayor's RequestAssistant City Solicitor requesting approval to settle a pending claim from Skipton Kennels for $19,998.Approved  Action details Not available
209242 3209242Officer's CommunicationDirector of Sustainability and Environment conveying a recycling education postcard being mailed to residents.Placed on file  Action details Not available
209270 3209270CommunicationParks and Recreation Director responding to #209152 re: Lincoln Park athletic field use, warranty, and quality control.Placed on file  Action details Not available
209237 3209237CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the re-appointment of Aladdine Joroff to the Conservation Commission.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
209227 3209227Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 4209267Mayor's RequestAssistant City Solicitor requesting approval to settle a pending claim from Skipton Kennels for $19,998.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
209263 4209263OrderThat 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 4209268OrdinanceAssistant 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 4209269CommunicationPlanning 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 4209205OrderThat 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 4209231Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 4209265Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 4209232Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 4209228WithdrawnWithdrawn.Withdrawn  Action details Not available
209229 4209229Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 4209230Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 4209234Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 4209233Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 4208993ResolutionThat 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 4208994OrdinanceProposing 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 4204405CommunicationSuperintendent of Inspectional Services responding to #204168 re: stop work orders issued over the last 2 years.Work completed  Action details Not available
204671 4204671OrderThat 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 4208680OrderThat 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 4208904OrderThat 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 5208994OrdinanceProposing 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 5209095Mayor's RequestCity Solicitor requesting to appear in Executive Session to discuss settlement of a pending claim, pursuant to SCO Section 2-124Placed on file  Action details Not available
204443 5204443Officer's CommunicationDirector of SPCD requesting to brief this Board on the Clarendon Hills redevelopment proposal.Work completed  Action details Not available
209233 5209233Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 5209234Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 5209229Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 5209266Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 5209088CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Bonnie Denis to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities.Approved  Action details Not available
209089 5209089CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Finn Gardner to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities.Approved  Action details Not available
209090 5209090CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Brian Postlewaite to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities.Approved  Action details Not available
209273 5209273Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 6209090CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Brian Postlewaite to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
209089 6209089CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Finn Gardner to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
209088 6209088CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Bonnie Denis to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208883 6208883Public Communication2 residents submitting comments re: the deployment of 5G small wireless facilities.Work completed  Action details Not available
209016 6209016Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 6209017Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 6209019Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 6209015Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 6209018Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 6199126OrderThat 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 6205100ResolutionThat the Administration appear before this Board to discuss a possible Transit and Pedestrian Advisory Group.Work completed  Action details Not available
208668 7208668OrderThat 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 7209008Mayor's RequestRequesting the adoption of MGL Chapter 200A, Section 9A, regarding the disposition of abandoned funds.Approved  Action details Not available
209018 7209018Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 7208938Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 7204995OrderThat 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 7209015Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 7209159Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 7209019Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 7209017Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 7209016Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 7209160Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 8209160Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 8209159Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 8208862OrdinanceAssistant City Solicitor submitting an Ordinance to regulate Small Wireless Facilities in the Public Right of Way.Placed on file  Action details Not available
208938 8208938Mayor's RequestRequesting 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 8209008Mayor's RequestRequesting the adoption of MGL Chapter 200A, Section 9A, regarding the disposition of abandoned funds.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
203646 8203646OrderThat 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 8204377OrderThat 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