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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 8/22/2019 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: City Council Chamber-City Hall-93 Highland Avenue
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208701 1208701CommunicationReporting on the SHS Building Committee meetings of July 15 and August 12, 2019.Placed on file  Action details Not available
208739 1208739WithdrawnWithdrawn.Withdrawn  Action details Not available
208740 1208740LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 100 Talbot Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
208741 1208741LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 101 Talbot Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
208742 1208742LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 106 Professors Row.Approved  Action details Not available
208743 1208743LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 12 Dearborn Rd.Approved  Action details Not available
208744 1208744LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 125 Powderhouse Blvd.Approved  Action details Not available
208745 1208745LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 13 Sawyer Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
208746 1208746LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 13-15 Talbot Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
208747 1208747LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 136 Curtis St.Approved  Action details Not available
208748 1208748LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 14 Professors Row.Approved  Action details Not available
208749 1208749LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 15 Whitfield Rd.Approved  Action details Not available
208750 1208750LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 176 Curtis St.Approved  Action details Not available
208751 1208751LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 21 Whitfield Rd.Approved  Action details Not available
208752 1208752LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 28 Professors Row.Approved  Action details Not available
208753 1208753LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 29 Latin Way.Approved  Action details Not available
208754 1208754LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 32 Dearborn Rd.Approved  Action details Not available
208755 1208755LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 37 Sawyer Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
208756 1208756LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 39R Latin Way.Approved  Action details Not available
208757 1208757LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 40A-F Latin Way.Approved  Action details Not available
208758 1208758LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 43 Latin Way.Approved  Action details Not available
208759 1208759LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 45 Sawyer Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
208760 1208760LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 45 Talbot Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
208761 1208761LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 56-64 Professors Row.Approved  Action details Not available
208762 1208762LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 73 Powderhouse Blvd.Approved  Action details Not available
208763 1208763LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 75-85 Packard Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
208764 1208764LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 8 Professors Row.Approved  Action details Not available
208765 1208765LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 8 Whitfield Rd.Approved  Action details Not available
208766 1208766LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 90-92-94 Curtis St.Approved  Action details Not available
208767 1208767LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 9-11 Sunset Rd.Approved  Action details Not available
208768 1208768LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 92 Professors Row.Approved  Action details Not available
208769 1208769LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 98 Packard Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
208770 1208770LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Walnut Hill Properties Alpha Omicron Pi, 25 Whitfield Rd.Approved  Action details Not available
208771 1208771LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Walnut Hill Properties Alpha Phi, 14 Sawyer Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
208737 1208737LicenseNew Drainlayer's License, Sacca Group.Approved  Action details Not available
208772 1208772LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Walnut Hill Properties Theta Chi, 100 Packard Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
208773 1208773LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Walnut Hill Properties Zeta Beta Tau, 126 Packard Ave.Approved  Action details Not available
208774 1208774WithdrawnWithdrawn.Withdrawn  Action details Not available
208775 1208775WithdrawnWithdrawn.Withdrawn  Action details Not available
208776 1208776WithdrawnWithdrawn.Withdrawn  Action details Not available
208675 1208675Grant of LocationSubmitted by Crown Castle Fiber to install 12 feet of conduit in Medford St from Manhole #15216 to a point of pickup at 252 Medford St.Approved  Action details Not available
208676 1208676Grant of LocationSubmitted by ExteNet Systems to install a wireless small cell antenna and related equipment on the pole on Bradley St adjacent to 32 Jackson Rd.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208738 1208738LicenseRenewing Drainlayer's License, Mirra.Approved  Action details Not available
208671 1208671Roll CallCall of the Roll.Placed on file  Action details Not available
208672 1208672MinutesApproval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, June 27, 2019.Approved  Action details Not available
208777 1208777Public CommunicationRepresentative Provost submitting comments re: #208482, opposing the MBTA fare hike.Placed on file  Action details Not available
208720 1208720Public EventPublic Event License, Tibetan Prayer Flag and Peace Vigil, Statue Park, Aug 28, 10AM-2PM.Approved  Action details Not available
208721 1208721Public EventPublic Event License, Tufts Discover Davis Square, Statue Park, Sep 1, 10:30AM-6PM.Approved  Action details Not available
208722 1208722Public EventPublic Event License, Spring Hill Block Party, Brastow Ave, Sep 7, Noon-10PM (raindate Sep 8).Approved  Action details Not available
208723 1208723Public EventPublic Event License, Adams/Bartlett Block Party, Adams St, Sep 7, 2:30-10PM (raindate Sep 8, 11:30AM-6PM).Approved  Action details Not available
208724 1208724Public EventPublic Event License, Rogers Ave Block Party, from Morrison Ave to Kidder Ave, Sep 8, Noon-10PM (raindate Sep 7).Approved  Action details Not available
208725 1208725Public EventPublic Event License, Assembly Row Riverfest, Baxter Park area, Sep 14, 6AM-11PM (raindate Sep 15).Approved  Action details Not available
208726 1208726Public EventPublic Event License, Fairfax St Block Party, Sep 14, 11AM-7PM.Approved  Action details Not available
208727 1208727Public EventPublic Event License, Irving St Block Party, Sep 14, 11:30AM-9PM (raindate Sep 15).Approved  Action details Not available
208728 1208728Public EventPublic Event License, Josephine Ave Block Party, from Morrison to Kidder Aves, Sep 14, 2-9:30PM (raindate Sep 15).Approved  Action details Not available
208729 1208729Public EventPublic Event License, Chandler St Block Party, from Chapel to Park Sts, Sep 14, 2:30-8PM (raindate Sep 15).Approved  Action details Not available
208730 1208730Public EventPublic Event License, Kingnston Neighborhood Block Party, from Shea St to Campbell Park, Sep 14, 4-10PM (raindate Sep 21).Approved  Action details Not available
208731 1208731Public EventPublic Event License, Prospect Hill Block Party, Munroe St from Walnut to Bigelow Sts and Prospect Hill Parkway/Prospect Hill Street from Stone Ave to Boston St, Sep 15, Noon-5PM.Approved  Action details Not available
208732 1208732Public EventPublic Event License, Arts Council Fluff Festival, Somerville Ave from Church St to Warren Ave and Bow St from Summer St to Somerville Ave, Sep 21, Noon-9PM (raindate Sep 22).Approved  Action details Not available
208733 1208733Public EventPublic Event License, Redbones Oktoberfest, Chester St from Elm to Herbert Sts, Sep 29, 7AM-7PM (raindate Oct 6).Approved  Action details Not available
208734 1208734Public EventPublic Event License, East Somerville Main Streets Howl-o-Ween Pet Parade, Zero New Washington St Dog Park and New Washington St from Cobble Hill to Inner Belt Rds, Oct 19, 11AM-5PM (raindate Oct 20).Approved  Action details Not available
208735 1208735Public EventPublic Event License, All Community Events Somerville Hot Cider Hustle 8K Road Race, Baxter Park/Mystic River Reservation Loop with Shore Dr, Nov 9, 4AM-Noon.Approved  Action details Not available
208736 1208736Public EventPublic Event License, Somerville Road Runners Gobble Gobble Gobble Road Race, Davis Sq and area streets, Nov 28, 6:30AM-Noon.Approved  Action details Not available
208778 1208778Public CommunicationMBTA submitting comments re: #204860, a request for a bus stop for Route 95 on Mystic Ave.Placed on file  Action details Not available
208779 1208779Public CommunicationMBTA submitting comments re: #205828, a request for a bus shelter for Route 90 at Assembly Sq.Placed on file  Action details Not available
208793 1208793Public CommunicationDon Hughes submitting comments re: #208600, an application for a Grant of Location at 36 Laurel St submitted by Eversource.Placed on file  Action details Not available
208788 1208788Public EventPublic Event License, Ball Square Business Association Ball Square Festival, Broadway from Lowden to Boston Aves, Sep 22, 10AM-6PM (raindate Sep 29).Approved  Action details Not available
208789 1208789LicenseRenewing Junk Dealer's License, Broadway Cell Phone and Services, 1206 Broadway.Approved  Action details Not available
208790 1208790LicenseNew Garage License, Dino's Auto Center, 308 McGrath, 10 cars inside, 3 outside for mechanical repairs only, Mon-Fri 8AM-6PM, Sat 8AM-2PM, Sun closed.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208791 1208791LicenseNew Extended Operating Hours License, Dakzen, 195 Elm St, opening Wed-Sun until 2 AM for delivery service only.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208792 1208792LicenseNew Extended Operating Hours License, Lemon Thai Cuisine, 215 Highland Ave, opening Sun-Sat until 2AM for in-store, take-out, and delivery services.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208794 2208794OrderThat the City Clerk invite an Eversource Electric representative to appear before the Committee on Public Utilities and Public Works at its meeting on September 4 at 6PM.Approved  Action details Not available
208789 2208789LicenseRenewing Junk Dealer's License, Broadway Cell Phone and Services, 1206 Broadway.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208788 2208788Public EventPublic Event License, Ball Square Business Association Ball Square Festival, Broadway from Lowden to Boston Aves, Sep 22, 10AM-6PM (raindate Sep 29).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208780 2208780OrderThat the Director of Engineering ensure that gas leaks along Pearl Street and Washington Street are addressed before reconstruction of said streets is completed.Approved  Action details Not available
208781 2208781OrderThat the Director of SPCD and the Director of Parking develop a city-wide traffic signaling policy that includes guidelines for temporary signaling during construction.Approved  Action details Not available
208782 2208782OrderThat the Director of SPCD develop a city-wide signage policy to equitably inform pedestrians, cyclists and vehicle operators during construction, closing of sidewalks, etc.Approved  Action details Not available
208783 2208783OrderThat the Director of Inspectional Services update the Ward 7 Councilor in writing by September 15 of all violation notices issued for 38-40 Barton Street.Approved  Action details Not available
208784 2208784OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works fill the potholes on Holland Street, between Teele Square and Thorndike Street.Approved  Action details Not available
208785 2208785OrderThat the Chief of Police consider assigning a crossing guard at Broadway at Farragut Avenue.Approved  Action details Not available
208736 2208736Public EventPublic Event License, Somerville Road Runners Gobble Gobble Gobble Road Race, Davis Sq and area streets, Nov 28, 6:30AM-Noon.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208735 2208735Public EventPublic Event License, All Community Events Somerville Hot Cider Hustle 8K Road Race, Baxter Park/Mystic River Reservation Loop with Shore Dr, Nov 9, 4AM-Noon.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208734 2208734Public EventPublic Event License, East Somerville Main Streets Howl-o-Ween Pet Parade, Zero New Washington St Dog Park and New Washington St from Cobble Hill to Inner Belt Rds, Oct 19, 11AM-5PM (raindate Oct 20).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208733 2208733Public EventPublic Event License, Redbones Oktoberfest, Chester St from Elm to Herbert Sts, Sep 29, 7AM-7PM (raindate Oct 6).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208732 2208732Public EventPublic Event License, Arts Council Fluff Festival, Somerville Ave from Church St to Warren Ave and Bow St from Summer St to Somerville Ave, Sep 21, Noon-9PM (raindate Sep 22).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208731 2208731Public EventPublic Event License, Prospect Hill Block Party, Munroe St from Walnut to Bigelow Sts and Prospect Hill Parkway/Prospect Hill Street from Stone Ave to Boston St, Sep 15, Noon-5PM.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208730 2208730Public EventPublic Event License, Kingnston Neighborhood Block Party, from Shea St to Campbell Park, Sep 14, 4-10PM (raindate Sep 21).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208729 2208729Public EventPublic Event License, Chandler St Block Party, from Chapel to Park Sts, Sep 14, 2:30-8PM (raindate Sep 15).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208728 2208728Public EventPublic Event License, Josephine Ave Block Party, from Morrison to Kidder Aves, Sep 14, 2-9:30PM (raindate Sep 15).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208727 2208727Public EventPublic Event License, Irving St Block Party, Sep 14, 11:30AM-9PM (raindate Sep 15).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208726 2208726Public EventPublic Event License, Fairfax St Block Party, Sep 14, 11AM-7PM.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208725 2208725Public EventPublic Event License, Assembly Row Riverfest, Baxter Park area, Sep 14, 6AM-11PM (raindate Sep 15).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208724 2208724Public EventPublic Event License, Rogers Ave Block Party, from Morrison Ave to Kidder Ave, Sep 8, Noon-10PM (raindate Sep 7).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208723 2208723Public EventPublic Event License, Adams/Bartlett Block Party, Adams St, Sep 7, 2:30-10PM (raindate Sep 8, 11:30AM-6PM).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208722 2208722Public EventPublic Event License, Spring Hill Block Party, Brastow Ave, Sep 7, Noon-10PM (raindate Sep 8).Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208721 2208721Public EventPublic Event License, Tufts Discover Davis Square, Statue Park, Sep 1, 10:30AM-6PM.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208720 2208720Public EventPublic Event License, Tibetan Prayer Flag and Peace Vigil, Statue Park, Aug 28, 10AM-2PM.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208738 2208738LicenseRenewing Drainlayer's License, Mirra.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208677 2208677ResolutionThat September, 2019 be designated Recovery Month in Somerville.Approved  Action details Not available
208673 2208673CitationCommending Gene Brune on the auspicious occasion of his 90th birthday.Approved  Action details Not available
208674 2208674WithdrawnWithdrawn.Withdrawn  Action details Not available
208675 2208675Grant of LocationSubmitted by Crown Castle Fiber to install 12 feet of conduit in Medford St from Manhole #15216 to a point of pickup at 252 Medford St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208773 2208773LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Walnut Hill Properties Zeta Beta Tau, 126 Packard Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208772 2208772LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Walnut Hill Properties Theta Chi, 100 Packard Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208737 2208737LicenseNew Drainlayer's License, Sacca Group.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208682 2208682OrderThat the Director of Parks and Recreation work with the Administration and the School Department to assess opportunities and barriers non-binary youth and adults have when wanting to participate in athletics and access public facilities, such as Dilboy Pool.Approved  Action details Not available
208683 2208683OrderThat the Director of SPCD facilitate a community meeting about airplane noise and include information about how flight path decisions get made, what (if any) local leverage we have, and how different neighborhoods are currently or potentially affected by noise.Approved  Action details Not available
208684 2208684ResolutionThat the Administration report on how the City could lobby for a wider width for the proposed bridge from Everett to Draw 7 Park.Approved  Action details Not available
208685 2208685OrderThat the Director of SPCD explain how decisions are made about Blue Bike rack placement, including how the public gets informed.Approved  Action details Not available
208686 2208686OrderThat the Director of Engineering report on flooding by neighborhood for this summer’s storms and any steps taken to mitigate it or work with residents.Approved  Action details Not available
208687 2208687OrderThat the Director of Public Works inform this Council of any recent challenges relative to yard waste pickup.Approved  Action details Not available
208688 2208688OrderThat the Director of Mobility discuss with advocates and Councilors, options for the selection process for the new Pedestrian/Transit Committee and discuss its possible relationship to the Vision Zero Task Force and the Bicycle Committee.Approved  Action details Not available
208689 2208689OrderThat the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management update the Ward 6 Councilor on plans for interim improvements to sidewalks and crosswalks in Davis Square.Approved  Action details Not available
208690 2208690OrderThat the Senior Urban Forestry and Landscape Planner inspect the newly planted tree at 76 Willow Avenue and seek warranty replacement as appropriate.Approved  Action details Not available
208691 2208691OrderThat members of the recently established Safe Injection Site Task Force appear before this Council’s Committee on Public Health and Public Safety to discuss their findings in a public forum.Approved  Action details Not available
208692 2208692OrderThat the Director of Health and Human Services provide the City Council with a copy of the Safe Injection Site Task Force recommendations.Approved  Action details Not available
208693 2208693OrderThat the Director of SomerStat provide this Council with a citywide heat map of areas where overdoses and improperly disposed needles are reported to identify a location for a safe injection facility.Approved  Action details Not available
208694 2208694OrderThat the Director of SPCD work with the City of Boston and MA DOT to promote bicycle and pedestrian safety at state highway intersections including Sullivan Square, McGrath Highway at Broadway and at Washington Street, and the Northern Expressway at the Kensington Avenue Underpass.Approved  Action details Not available
208695 2208695OrderThat the Director of Traffic and Parking increase signage along Wigglesworth Street to discourage speeding.Approved  Action details Not available
208696 2208696OrderThat the Commissioner of Public Works repair the two broken street lights by 60 Alston Street.Approved  Action details Not available
208697 2208697ResolutionThat the Administration consider granting free use of Blue Bikes to city staff.Approved  Action details Not available
208698 2208698ResolutionThat the Traffic Commission approve the installation of a stop light at the intersection of Grand Union Boulevard and Canal Street.Approved  Action details Not available
208699 2208699OrderThat the Director of SPCD install a "Your Speed Is" sign and rubber speed bumps on Hamlet Street, directed at northbound traffic.Approved  Action details Not available
208700 2208700OrderThat the Director of Traffic and Parking increase enforcement of double-parking at the intersection of Hamlet Street and Highland Avenue.Approved  Action details Not available
208771 2208771LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Walnut Hill Properties Alpha Phi, 14 Sawyer Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208770 2208770LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Walnut Hill Properties Alpha Omicron Pi, 25 Whitfield Rd.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208769 2208769LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 98 Packard Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208768 2208768LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 92 Professors Row.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208767 2208767LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 9-11 Sunset Rd.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208766 2208766LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 90-92-94 Curtis St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208765 2208765LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 8 Whitfield Rd.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208764 2208764LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 8 Professors Row.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208763 2208763LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 75-85 Packard Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208762 2208762LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 73 Powderhouse Blvd.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208761 2208761LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 56-64 Professors Row.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208760 2208760LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 45 Talbot Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208759 2208759LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 45 Sawyer Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208758 2208758LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 43 Latin Way.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208757 2208757LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 40A-F Latin Way.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208756 2208756LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 39R Latin Way.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208755 2208755LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 37 Sawyer Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208754 2208754LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 32 Dearborn Rd.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208753 2208753LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 29 Latin Way.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208752 2208752LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 28 Professors Row.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208751 2208751LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 21 Whitfield Rd.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208750 2208750LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 176 Curtis St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208749 2208749LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 15 Whitfield Rd.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208748 2208748LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 14 Professors Row.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208747 2208747LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 136 Curtis St.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208746 2208746LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 13-15 Talbot Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208745 2208745LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 13 Sawyer Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208744 2208744LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 125 Powderhouse Blvd.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208743 2208743LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 12 Dearborn Rd.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208742 2208742LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 106 Professors Row.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208741 2208741LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 101 Talbot Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208740 2208740LicenseRenewing Lodging House License, Tufts University, 100 Talbot Ave.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208680 2208680OrderThat the City Solicitor determine whether the City may draft an ordinance or implement a policy or procedure to address the Black Swallow-wort problem.Approved  Action details Not available
208679 2208679ResolutionThat the Administration, in conjunction with the Somerville Homeless Coalition, create programs with specific goals to end homelessness in the City.Approved  Action details Not available
208681 2208681OrderThat the Chief of Police update this Council quarterly on high risk domestic violence and sexual assault cases.Approved  Action details Not available
208678 2208678ResolutionUrging the State Delegation to support all gun reform bills currently pending at the State House.Approved  Action details Not available
208598 2208598Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install 33 feet of conduit in Pearl St from Pole 273/3 to a point of pickup at 14 Pearl St.Laid on the table  Action details Not available
208599 2208599Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install 7 feet of conduit in Governor Winthrop Rd from Pole 494/9 to a point of pickup at 70 Governor Winthrop Rd.Laid on the table  Action details Not available
208600 2208600Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install 35 feet of conduit in Laurel St from Pole 199/6 to a point of pickup at 36 Laurel St.Laid on the table  Action details Not available
208716 3208716CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Larry Yu to the Commission on Energy Use and Climate Change.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208717 3208717CommunicationRequesting confirmation of the appointment of Elizabeth Galloway to the Commission on Energy Use and Climate Change.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208704 3208704Mayor's RequestRequesting approval of an Amended Grant of Tieback Easement as part of the GLX project.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208703 3208703Mayor's RequestRequesting approval of a Home Rule Petition to authorize the City to appoint Police Cadets under certain circumstances.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208718 3208718Mayor's RequestCity Solicitor requesting to appear in Executive Session to discuss pending and potential litigation.Approved  Action details Not available
208795 3208795Mayor's RequestRequesting the appropriation of $718,552 from the Salary and Wage Stabilization Fund to various departmental Personal Services Accounts to fund the Memorandum of Agreement with SMEA Unit A.Approved  Action details Not available
208706 3208706Mayor's RequestRequesting the approval of a $125,000 expenditure limitation for the Nibble Kitchen Revolving Fund for FY2020.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208795 4208795Mayor's RequestRequesting the appropriation of $718,552 from the Salary and Wage Stabilization Fund to various departmental Personal Services Accounts to fund the Memorandum of Agreement with SMEA Unit A.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208705 4208705OrdinanceRequesting approval of an amendment to Ordinance 2-273 - Revolving Funds, to establish a Nibble Kitchen Revolving Fund.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208719 4208719Officer's CommunicationAffordable Housing Trust conveying quarterly activity reports for the 1st and 2nd quarters of 2019.Placed on file  Action details Not available
208679 4208679ResolutionThat the Administration, in conjunction with the Somerville Homeless Coalition, create programs with specific goals to end homelessness in the City.Kept in committee  Action details Not available
208712 4208712Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of a $37,315 grant with no new match required, from the MA Department of Mental Health to the Police Department for the Jail Diversion Program.Approved  Action details Not available
208709 4208709Mayor's RequestRequesting the appropriation of $36,000 from the Receipts Reserved for Appropriation- Parking Meter Receipts Account to the Parking Department Rentals Account, to lease temporary parking spaces resulting from the High School construction project.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208710 4208710Mayor's RequestRequesting approval to pay a prior year invoice totaling $63,503.53 using available funds in the Redevelopment Authority Ordinary Maintenance Account for Legal services for the 90 Washington Demonstration Project.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208714 4208714Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of a $3,000 grant with no new match required, from the Mt Auburn Hospital to the Health and Human Services Department for mental health education training.Approved  Action details Not available
208711 4208711Mayor's RequestRequesting approval to pay a prior year invoice totaling $7,945.50 using available funds in the Personnel Department Professional and Technical Services Account for pre-employment drug screening.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208713 4208713Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of a $4,656.90 grant with no new match required, from the MA Emergency Management Agency to the Fire Department for emergency management equipment.Approved  Action details Not available
208355 4208355Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install 133 feet of conduit in Chestnut St from Manhole #27931 to a point of pickup at 28 Fitchburg St.Laid on the table  Action details Not available
208356 4208356Grant of LocationSubmitted by Eversource to install 56 feet of conduit in Beacon St from Utility Pole 24/13 to a point of pickup at 104 Beacon St.Laid on the table  Action details Not available
208627 4208627Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $3,900,000 in a bond for sewer improvements.Approved  Action details Not available
208627 5208627Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $3,900,000 in a bond for sewer improvements.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208713 5208713Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of a $4,656.90 grant with no new match required, from the MA Emergency Management Agency to the Fire Department for emergency management equipment.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208787 5208787Mayor's RequestRequesting approval for an extension of time for a Contract with Designlab for construction administration at the West Branch Library, until 12/31/2020.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208786 5208786Mayor's RequestRequesting approval for an extension of time for a Contract with Design Technique for construction administration at the West Branch Library, until 12/31/2020.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208714 5208714Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of a $3,000 grant with no new match required, from the Mt Auburn Hospital to the Health and Human Services Department for mental health education training.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208715 5208715Mayor's RequestRequesting approval to extend the time of a contract with Weston and Sampson by 6 months, to 12/30/19, for the Cedar Street Separation Project.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208708 5208708Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $537,000 in a bond for environmental remediation and design services at Conway Park.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208712 5208712Mayor's RequestRequesting acceptance of a $37,315 grant with no new match required, from the MA Department of Mental Health to the Police Department for the Jail Diversion Program.Mayoral Approval  Action details Not available
208707 5208707Mayor's RequestRequesting an appropriation and authorization to borrow $817,000 in a bond for demolition, legal fees, and site preparation work at 90 Washington St.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208702 5208702Officer's CommunicationRequesting the adoption of a New Zoning Ordinance (v4.0 update) to supersede the current Zoning Ordinance as originally adopted on March 23, 1990.Referred for recommendation  Action details Not available
208781 5208781OrderThat the Director of SPCD and the Director of Parking develop a city-wide traffic signaling policy that includes guidelines for temporary signaling during construction.Kept in committee  Action details Not available