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Chelsea City Council Regular Meeting December 15th, 2025 A regular meeting of the Chelsea City Council was held on Monday, December 15th, 2025. The meeting was held in the City Council Chambers at Chelsea City Hall, 500 Broadway, Chelsea, Massachusetts 02150. Council President DeJesus presided over the meeting. The meeting opened at 7:05 PM. 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS Councilor’s Name District Status Arrived Councilor Tanairi Garcia Four ABSENT Councilor Roberto Jimenez-Rivera At-Large PRESENT Councilor Giovanni Recupero Six PRESENT Councilor Todd Taylor One PRESENT Councilor Leo Robinson At-Large LATE 7:15 PM Councilor Manuel Teshe Seven PRESENT Councilor Kelly Garcia At-Large PRESENT Councilor Lisa Santagate Five PRESENT Councilor Melinda Vega Two ABSENT Councilor Calvin Brown Eight PRESENT Councilor Norieliz DeJesus Three PRESENT 3. MEMORIUMS AND CELEBRATORY RESOLUTIONS a. ID#: 25R21 – The following Resolution was introduced by Councilor Brown. Resolution In Celebration of Four Centenarians WHEREAS It is fitting that, as elected representatives of the City of Chelsea, the Chelsea City Council should recognize those residents who are celebrating milestones in their venerable lives; and WHEREAS On Monday, December 15th, 2025, representatives from the City of Chelsea – including several City Councilors and the City Manager – joined family and friends to celebrate the lives of several centenarians at Cohen-Florence-Levine Estates on Admirals Hill; and WHEREAS, Carmella Tracia, born in the year 1925, will celebrate her 100th birthday on Saturday, December 20th; and 1|Page WHEREAS, Charles “Charley” Kanter, born in the year 1924, will celebrate his 101st birthday on Monday, December 22nd; and WHEREAS, Gaetana “Ida” DiMichele, born in the year 1925, celebrated her 100th birthday on Monday, December 8th; and WHEREAS, Maria ‘Stella” Garcia, born in the year 1923, celebrated her 102nd birthday on Thursday, October 16th; and WHEREAS, According to statistics and projections from the Census Bureau, Centenarians currently make up 0.03% of the overall population of the United States and are expected to reach 0.1% in 2054, from an estimated 101,000 people in 2024 to around 422,000 in 2054; and WHEREAS, Longevity of life is an immense blessing, not just for an individual, but for their family, friends, and the community at-large – all of whom benefit from the knowledge and experiences this individual brings to all; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Councilor Calvin T. Brown, and the members of the Chelsea City Council hereby congratulate Carmella Tracia, Charles Kanter, Gaetana DiMichele, and Maria Garcia on the celebration of their status as centenarians and, on behalf of the residents of the City of Chelsea, extend our best wishes for many more happy years of life. RESULT: ADOPTED UNDER SUSPENSION (BROWN) b. ID#: 25R22 – The following Resolution was introduced by Councilor Teshe. Resolution El Santaneco Restaurant – 25th Anniversary WHEREAS The City of Chelsea is strengthened and enriched by the vibrant contributions of its Latino community, whose civic, cultural, and economic impact continues to advance the progress and unity of our city; and WHEREAS The Salvadoran community, in particular, has played an essential role in shaping Chelsea’s identity through cultural preservation, entrepreneurship, leadership, and unwavering commitment to family and community; and WHEREAS, El Santaneco Restaurant, and its owners Orlando Flores, Francisca Zepeda and Julio Cesar Flores have devoted 25 years of distinguished service, promoting Latino excellence, uplifting Latino voices, and demonstrating steadfast dedication to the people of Chelsea; and WHEREAS, Santaneco’s work has embodied the values of community pride, compassion, hard work, and integrity, contributing immeasurably to the advancement and wellbeing of countless residents; and WHEREAS, The Chelsea City Council recognizes that such exceptional service to our community strengthens the social fabric of our City and reflects the very best of our shared civic spirit; 2|Page NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chelsea City Council hereby honors El Santaneco for 25 years of exemplary service to the City of Chelsea, commends its owners – Orlando Flores, Francisca Zepeda and Julio Cesar Flores – for representing the Salvadoran community with distinction, leadership, and heart, and call attention to Santaneco’s enduring legacy and meaningful contributions to our community. RESULT: ADOPTED UNDER SUSPENSION (TESHE) Councilor Teshe moved to take a recess to present certificate. RESULT: NO OBJECTIONS Recess taken at 7:16 PM. Meeting resumed at 7:23 PM. 4. PUBLIC HEARING No Public Hearing scheduled. 5. PUBLIC SPEAKING The Public Speaking portion opened at 7:24 PM. Speakers: None The Public Speaking portion closed at 7:25 PM. 6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. ID#: 25M24 - Minutes of the Special Meeting of the City Council dated December 1st, 2025. RESULT: ACCEPT AND FILE UNDER SUSPENSION (BROWN) b. ID#: 25M25 - Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council dated December 1st, 2025. RESULT: ACCEPT AND FILE UNDER SUSPENSION (JIMENEZ-RIVERA) 7. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CITY MANAGER a. ID#: 25CM192 – The following Communication from City Manager Fidel Maltez was read. The Honorable Chelsea City Council Chelsea City Hall 500 Broadway Chelsea, Massachusetts 02150 Re: Response to Council Order 25131, Working group for the 2026 All-America City Awards Dear Councilors, 3|Page  I am writing in response to Council Order 25131, requesting the creation of a working group to complete and submit an application to the National Civic League’s 2026 All-America City Award competition. We are excited and honored to lead this work. A Letter of Intent to Apply is due on January 5, 2026. We will complete this right away. The full application is due on February 26, 2026, and the finalists are announced in March 2026. At this stage, preparations begin for the All-America City Award Ceremony, including assembling the Chelsea delegation and developing our on-stage presentation. The All-America City recognition is far more than an award; it is a community-building process. Our past award gave us the opportunity to rally around our city and share positive news during a time that was extraordinarily challenging for so many. The experience created lasting bonds between government staff, faith leaders, community leaders, and volunteers. It also allowed us to stand on a national stage and showcase the strength, resilience, and innovation of Chelsea. Chelsea continues to lead the way in community building and, in particular, in building trust. The 2026 theme, “America at 250: Strengthening Civic Health and Building Trust,” aligns directly with who we are and what we have been intentionally cultivating for a generation. Earlier this year, we articulated this identity as “The Chelsea Way”, bringing together all members of our community and embracing a community-first mentality that permeates every aspect of our work. The most challenging aspect of the application will be narrowing down the three themes or projects we wish to highlight at the national level, because we have so many options. One option might be Police–Community Trust Building. The Chelsea Police Department has led one of the most thoughtful and community-affirming trust-building efforts in our State. Particularly this year, as federal immigration enforcement has strained relationships nationwide, our Police Department has doubled down on community conversations and roundtables that reinforce the shared need to trust and support our public safety officials. Another option might be our efforts around food distribution and ending hunger. Chelsea continues to be a national model in the fight against hunger. Time and again, our community has mobilized to ensure that residents’ most basic needs are met. Trust cannot flourish when people are hungry; meeting people where they are shows that we care, strengthens community bonds, and affirms our commitment to the well-being of every resident. Other options might be around youth development or Public Health Initiatives. Our youth programming and public health work are deeply rooted in the principles of trust and community empowerment. These initiatives demonstrate our long-standing commitment to creating systems that respect, uplift, and protect our residents. Trust remains the cornerstone of everything we do, it is, simply, The Chelsea Way. I look forward to working closely with the City Council, our department heads, and our community partners to craft an application that reflects the extraordinary work happening in Chelsea. I cannot wait to showcase our achievements on the national stage once again. Thank you for your continued leadership and support. Sincerely, Fidel Maltez City Manager RESULT: ACCEPT AND FILE UNDER SUSPENSION (RECUPERO) b. ID#: 25CM193 – The following Communication from City Manager Fidel Maltez was read. 4|Page The Honorable Chelsea City Council Chelsea City Hall 500 Broadway Chelsea, Massachusetts 02150 Re: Teen Center Potential Partnership, Boys & Girls Club of Boston Dear Councilors: I am writing to share truly exciting news regarding a long-awaited priority for our community and for this Council: Chelsea will soon have a dedicated Teen Center on Broadway. The City acquired 440 Broadway from the Salvation Army in 2017 with the intention of revitalizing the site for community benefit. Since then, we have worked closely with a developer to bring forward a transformative project that includes 29 affordable homeownership condominiums. Over the past year, we have focused on bringing a dedicated Teen Center for the ground-floor space. For many years, the City Council has asked for safe, enriching, and accessible spaces for Chelsea’s teens. A Teen Center located on Broadway is, in every sense, a “dream come true.” It sits in the heart of our downtown, within walking distance of our middle schools, and only a short distance from Chelsea High School. To identify the right partner to operate this center, the City issued a Request for Proposals for a long-term lease of the space. After a very competitive process, I am pleased to announce that the City has selected the Boys & Girls Club of Boston as the awardee. The Boys & Girls Club has a longstanding history in Chelsea. The Jordan club has demonstrated its deep commitment to our young people consistently. While we still have a significant amount of work ahead before the Teen Center opens its doors, this milestone represents a major step forward. We have begun discussions with the Boys & Girls Club regarding a potential long-term lease. The lease will likely exceed three years and will require City Council approval. The City may need to support construction to ensure that the Center can open as soon as possible. In the coming months, we will continue to refine details and will keep the Council closely informed. Thank you for your ongoing leadership and advocacy on behalf of Chelsea’s youth. We are proud to be moving together toward a Teen Center that will serve generations to come. Sincerely, Fidel Maltez City Manager RESULT: ACCEPT AND FILE UNDER SUSPENSION (RECUPERO) c. ID#: 25CM194 – The following Communication from City Manager Fidel Maltez was read. The Honorable Chelsea City Council Chelsea City Hall 500 Broadway Chelsea, Massachusetts 02150 5|Page Re: Second Appeal Submitted for FEMA Case – COVID Food Distribution Dear Councilors: I am writing to notify the City Council that we have submitted the second appeal to FEMA requesting reimbursement for food distribution efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. A copy of the second appeal is attached for the City Council’s reference. We have been working very closely with our State Partners at the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA). The State continues to advocate for Chelsea and for this reimbursement. We will let the City Council as soon as we hear from FEMA on this appeal. Thank you for all your support. Sincerely, Fidel Maltez City Manager RESULT: ACCEPT AND FILE UNDER SUSPENSION (TESHE) d. ID#: 25CM195 – The following Communication from City Manager Fidel Maltez was read. The Honorable Chelsea City Council Chelsea City Hall 500 Broadway Chelsea, Massachusetts 02150 Re: DPW Practice Change: Towing during Snow Parking Bans Dear Councilors: I am writing to share that our Department of Public Works will be making a change in practice as it relates to towing during snow parking bans. Historically, the DPW has issued parking bans for large snow storms, or after consecutive snow storms. While well intentioned, the parking bans have a huge impact on our residents. Residents scramble to find parking when a snow ban is in effect. The parking bans are called based on weather forecasts that can completely miss the mark. We all recall storms that are forecasted to be large, only to get a dusting in Chelsea. Parking bans are enforced with towing that are labor intensive for our police officers, and can be financially impactful on our residents. After careful review and meeting with neighboring communities, the DPW recommends a change. Beginning January 1, 2026, only vehicles parked on the even side of each of the Emergency Arteries will be required to move. During even numbered years, the Snow Parking Ban will only apply to vehicles parked on the even side of the street and vehicles on the odd side of the street can remain in place. In odd-numbered years, like 2027, the ban will apply to vehicles on the odd side of the street and vehicles will be permitted to park on the even side. We know that this change requires a big communication push for our residents. Over the next few weeks, our team will work hard to get this message out. We will also remind residents of this change throughout the winter months, and ahead of any snow parking bans. Thank you for all your support. Sincerely, 6|Page Fidel Maltez City Manager RESULT: ACCEPT AND FILE UNDER SUSPENSION (JIMENEZ-RIVERA) e. ID#: 25CM196 – The following Communication from City Manager Fidel Maltez was read. The Honorable Chelsea City Council Chelsea City Hall 500 Broadway Chelsea, Massachusetts 02150 Re: Draft Capital Improvement Plan FY27-FY31 Dear Councilors: I am happy to report that we have a draft Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2027 through Fiscal Year 2031. Effective capital planning is crucial to building a thriving and resilient community. I am proud of the investments we have made, and continue to make, with the incredible support of the City Council. We have upgraded our firefighter equipment and apparatus, we have improved our public buildings, and we have expanded the number of parks in our City. Our progress continues with this capital plan, tackling the big issues that our residents need: better roads and sidewalks, improved parks, and effective public safety. We had a first community session to kick off our budget season. We will continue our community outreach after the New Year. This Capital Improvement is $34 Million dollars, with 35% funded from State Grants. The largest project in the plan is the full reconstruction of the Park and Pearl area, which the Council has been a priority for many years. We will purchase a community support vehicle for our Chelsea Fire Department. This support vehicle will allow residents in emergencies, such as fires and floods, to stabilize and get rest outside of the elements following a crisis. The plan continues to fund the Chelsea Opportunity Academy’s new home at 26 County Road, a multi-year project that will greatly benefit Chelsea High School. We will renovate Kayem park, continue upgrading Highland Park, and continue our work on Lewis Howard Latimer Overlook Park. Attached you will find a draft of the proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for Fiscal Years 2027 to 2031. We welcome the City Council’s input, and look forward to answering any questions. We will submit the plan formally, as required under Section 5-4 of the Chelsea City Charter, at your second meeting in January. Sincerely, Fidel Maltez City Manager RESULT: ACCEPT AND FILE UNDER SUSPENSION (ROBINSON) f. ID#: 25CM197 – The following Communication from City Manager Fidel Maltez was read. The Honorable Chelsea City Council Chelsea City Hall 500 Broadway 7|Page Chelsea, Massachusetts 02150 Re: FY2026 Annual Assessors Report Dear Councilors: I am writing to share the annual report from our Assessing Department. The report is fantastic and is a great way to get a snapshot of our financial achievements and challenges. One of our biggest challenges is new growth. FY2026 had the lowest new growth value in over a decade. This year’s new growth was almost a quarter of the new growth we saw at our peak. New growth is the way that we can expand city services and support our residents without burdening our existing taxpayers. New growth is critical to our community, and it is the only way we will be able to achieve the City Council’s priorities. Chelsea continues to be a great value. Thanks to the incredible work of the City Council, we are able to shift the tax burden to commercial and industrial properties. We are also able to provide a 35% residential tax exemption, which is the maximum allowed by law. This results in Chelsea having the lowest average single-family tax bill among our neighboring communities. This is something we must continue to protect for the benefit of everyone in our community. The Assessors’ report is also a guide on available abatements that residents can seek. We encourage all residents to review the report. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out to the Assessing Department. Thank you for all your support. Sincerely, Fidel Maltez City Manager RESULT: ACCEPT AND FILE UNDER SUSPENSION (TESHE) g. ID#: 25CM198 – The following Communication from City Manager Fidel Maltez was read. The Honorable Chelsea City Council Chelsea City Hall 500 Broadway Chelsea, Massachusetts 02150 Re: CAP Collaborative Program – March to May 2026 Dear Councilors: I am writing to share the exciting news that I have been accepted into the Civic Action Project (CAP) Collaborative Program. The CAP Collaborative begins on March 10, 2026, and runs for nine weeks, concluding on May 5, 2026. Sessions are one day a week, on Tuesdays from 3:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The CAP Collaborative is a cross-training initiative that brings together 20 senior leaders from both the public and private sectors in Massachusetts. These include government officials, corporate executives, and community leaders. The program fosters deeper understanding, trust, and collaboration between business and government. Leaders engage with experts from the public and private sectors to learn about successful public-private collaborations, and develop a shared vocabulary on economic 8|Page development. The CAP Collaborative builds a robust alumni network, creating trusted advisors, collaborators, and partners across sectors. The CAP Collaborative offers significant benefits for the City of Chelsea. The program will expand our network and forge relationships that may attract new business investment and public-private partnerships to Chelsea. We will gain a deeper understanding of how we can approach complex challenges, and lead pragmatic, economic development. We can also leverage lessons from other municipalities to advance new growth, infrastructure, and development. Please rest assured that during this time, I will remain fully committed to the important work of serving Our Community. Participating in CAP will not divert my energies from day-to-day city management. We have a highly capable and dedicated team at City Hall, who will help me handle routine requests and urgent issues during the times when I am attending CAP Collaborative sessions. I am excited about this opportunity. The knowledge, relationships, and strategic perspective I gain through the CAP Collaborative will translate into real value for Chelsea. I appreciate your support and look forward to sharing what I learn with the Council and Our Community. Sincerely, Fidel Maltez City Manager RESULT: ACCEPT AND FILE UNDER SUSPENSION (TESHE) 8. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS TO THE COUNCIL a. ID#: 25C23 – Communication received from Councilor Kelly Garcia reporting the Chelsea Public Schools’ Indicators of Success for November 2025. RESULT: ACCEPT AND FILE UNDER SUSPENSION (K. GARCIA) b. ID#: 25C24 – Communication received from Assistant Parking Clerk Elsa Quesada regarding the agenda items approved at the December 2, 2025 meeting of the Traffic and Parking Commission. RESULT: ACCEPT AND FILE UNDER SUSPENSION (ROBINSON) 9. COMMITTEE REPORTS a. ID#: 25CR34 – Committee Report received from Councilor Taylor from the meeting of the Sub-Committee on Ways and Means held on December 9th, 2025. RESULT: ACCEPT AND FILE UNDER SUSPENSION (TAYLOR) 10.UNFINISHED BUSINESS No Unfinished Business. 9|Page 11.SECOND READINGS a. ID#: 25F60 – The following Order introduced by Councilor Taylor was read for the Second Time. Ordered, that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44B, Section 5(3)(d) and Chapter 2, Article VII, Division 3, Section 2-330 of the Revised Code of Ordinances of the City of Chelsea, the Chelsea City Council acts on the report of the Community Preservation Committee on the awarding of grant funding to FY2026 Community Preservation Act Projects; and Be it Further Ordered, that the Chelsea City Council appropriate the following amounts from the Community Preservation Act Open Space Reserve (4901) as recommended by the Community Preservation Committee: 1. $50,000 for Stitching Against the Heat (CP25-15) 2. $100,439 for Creekside Commons Park Rehab and Renovation (CP25-16); and Be it Further Ordered, that the Chelsea City Council appropriate the following amounts from the Community Preservation Act Affordable Housing Reserve (4903) as recommended by the Community Preservation Committee: 3. $200,000 for FitzPatrick Prattville Predevelopment (CP25-17) 4. $50,000 for TND Top-Off Rental Assistance (CP25-18); and Be it Further Ordered, that the Chelsea City Council appropriate the following amounts from the Budgetary Reserve (4904) as recommended by the Community Preservation Committee: 5. $99,561 for Creekside Commons Park Rehab and Renovation (CP25-16) RESULT 6-3-2-0 (Motion to Vote on Each Item Individually Approved by Roll Call at Request of Councilor Jimenez-Rivera) YES Jimenez-Rivera, Recupero, Teshe, K. Garcia, Santagate and DeJesus NO Taylor, Robinson and Brown ABSENT T. Garcia and Vega PRESENT RESULT 9-0-2-0 (Funding Request #1 Approved by Roll Call at Request of Councilor Taylor) YES Jimenez-Rivera, Recupero, Taylor, Robinson, Teshe, K. Garcia, Santagate, Brown and DeJesus NO ABSENT T. Garcia and Vega PRESENT 10 | P a g e RESULT 7-2-2-0 (Funding Requests #2 and #5 Approved by Roll Call at Request of Councilor Taylor) YES Recupero, Taylor, Robinson, Teshe, K. Garcia, Santagate and Brown NO Jimenez-Rivera and DeJesus ABSENT T. Garcia and Vega PRESENT RESULT 7-2-2-0 (Funding Request #3 Approved by Roll Call at Request of Councilor Taylor) YES Jimenez-Rivera, Taylor, Robinson, Teshe, K. Garcia, Santagate and Brown NO Recupero and DeJesus ABSENT T. Garcia and Vega PRESENT RESULT 8-1-2-0 (Funding Request #4 Approved by Roll Call at Request of Councilor Taylor) YES Jimenez-Rivera, Recupero, Taylor, Robinson, Teshe, K. Garcia, Santagate and Brown NO DeJesus ABSENT T. Garcia and Vega PRESENT b. ID#: 25F61 – The following Order introduced by Councilor Taylor was read for the Second Time. Ordered, that, pursuant to M.G.L. c. 44, §53A½ and Section 3-5 of the City of Chelsea Code of Ordinances, the Chelsea City Council hereby accepts the donation of athletic equipment to the Department of Recreation & Cultural Affairs from the Good Sports Foundation, as detailed in the inventory below: Estimated Cost Per Item # of items Unit Total Value SPRINT START SLED 1 $229.00 $229.00 THRIVE Volleyball Red/White/Navy 10 $69.99 $699.90 POWERMAX WEIGHT VEST; SHORT; 10LB 5 $43.99 $219.95 POWERMAX WEIGHT VEST; LONG; 20LB 5 $49.98 $249.90 RND BLOCKING DUMMY 13"X38" 10LB SPEC COLOR 2 $250.00 $500.00 STEP OVER DUMMY 17"BX8"HX48"L SPEC COLOR 2 $159.99 $319.98 UA - Unisex Crew Sock -Rd-L 50 $14.00 $700.00 11 | P a g e UA - Unisex Crew Sock -Rd-M 50 $14.00 $700.00 Nike - Men's Basketball Shoe - Assorted Colors- Assorted Styles-9 5 $154.99 $774.95 Nike - Soccer Ball -Size 1 10 $20.00 $200.00 Nike - Soccer Ball -Size 5 20 $37.00 $740.00 Nike - Soccer Ball -Size 4 1 $37.00 $37.00 Nike - Soccer Ball -Size 3 40 $22.00 $880.00 Franklin Sports - Lacrosse Coaches Clip Board 6 $22.99 $137.40 DSG - Under Armour Girl's T-Shirt -Assorted Colors- YL 25 $8.97 $224.25 DSG - Under Armour Girl's T-Shirt -Assorted Colors- YM 25 $8.97 $224.25 DSG - Under Armour Girl's T-Shirt -Assorted Colors- YS 25 $8.97 $224.25 DSG - Under Armour Girl's T-Shirt -Assorted Colors- YXL 25 $8.97 $224.25 DSG - Under Armour Girl's T-Shirt -Assorted Colors- YXS 25 $8.97 $224.25 DSG - Adidas Men's 3/4 Sleeve Shirt - Assorted Colors L 20 $35.00 $700.00 DSG - Adidas Men's 3/4 Sleeve Shirt - Assorted Colors M 20 $35.00 $700.00 DSG - Adidas Men's 3/4 Sleeve Shirt - Assorted Colors S 20 $35.00 $700.00 Nike - Women's Crew T-Shirt - Assorted Colors-L 25 $30.00 $600.00 Spalding HI Bounce Team Ball (Assorted Colors) 48 $2.99 $143.52 $10,352.85 RESULT 9-0-2-0 (Order Approved by Roll Call at Request of Councilor Taylor) YES Jimenez-Rivera, Recupero, Taylor, Robinson, Teshe, K. Garcia, Santagate, Brown and DeJesus NO 12 | P a g e ABSENT T. Garcia and Vega PRESENT c. ID#: 25F62 – The following Order introduced by Councilor Taylor was read for the Second Time. Ordered, that, pursuant to M.G.L. c. 44, §53A½ and Section 3-5 of the City of Chelsea Code of Ordinances, the Chelsea City Council hereby accepts the donation of athletic equipment to the Department of Recreation & Cultural Affairs from the Good Sports Foundation, as detailed in the inventory below: Estimated Cost Per Item # of items Unit Total Value Pro Mounds Major League Game Mound 1 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 Rawlings Players 3 Series Youth Catchers Set 2 $199.99 $398.00 Rawlings - Speed-3 Men’s BBCOR Baseball Bat-30 2 $99.99 $199.98 Rawlings - Speed-3 Men’s BBCOR Baseball Bat-31 2 $99.99 $199.98 Rawlings - Sandlot Series Baseball Fielder’s Glove - 12.75”- LHT 2 $79.99 $159.98 Rawlings - Sandlot Series Baseball Fielder's Glove-12.75"- LHT 2 $79.99 $159.98 Rawlings - Sandlot Series Baseball Fielder's Glove-12.75"- RHT 8 $79.99 $639.92 Rawlings Alpha Solid Batting Helmet - M/L 2 $29.95 $59.90 Rawlings Alpha Solid Batting Helmet-TB/S 3 $29.95 $89.85 DSG - USSSA Youth Baseball Bat -30/22 2 $119.99 $238.98 DeMarini DSG - USSSA Youth Baseball Bat - 30/25 5 $149.95 $749.75 13 | P a g e DeMarini DSG - USSSA Youth Baseball Bat - 31/21 2 $149.95 $299.99 DeMarini DSG - USSSA Youth Baseball Bat - 31/23 2 $149.95 $299.99 DeMarini DSG - USSSA Youth Baseball Bat - 31/26 5 $149.95 $749.75 DeMarini DSG - USSSA Youth Baseball Bat - 32/24 2 $149.95 $299.99 Rawlings- T-Ball Bat Assorted Style - 25 10 $27.97 $279.70 Rawlings - T-Ball Bat -Assorted Style -24 10 $27.97 $279.70 DSG - Adidas Boy's 3/4 Sleeve Shirt - Assorted Colors -YL 25 $12.00 $300.00 DSG - Adidas Boy's 3/4 Sleeve Shirt - Assorted Colors -YM 25 $12.00 $300.00 DSG - Adidas Boy's 3/4 Sleeve Shirt - Assorted Colors -YS 25 $12.00 $300.00 Total Value $7,505.44 RESULT 9-0-2-0 (Order Approved by Roll Call at Request of Councilor Taylor) YES Jimenez-Rivera, Recupero, Taylor, Robinson, Teshe, K. Garcia, Santagate, Brown and DeJesus NO ABSENT T. Garcia and Vega PRESENT h. ID#: 25CM191 – The following Communication from City Manager Fidel Maltez was read for the Second Time. The Honorable Chelsea City Council Chelsea City Hall 14 | P a g e 500 Broadway Chelsea, Massachusetts 02150 Re: Appointments to Boards and Commissions Dear Councilors: Pursuant to Section 4-2 of the Charter of the City of Chelsea, I am writing to recommend the following individuals to Boards and Commissions in the City. For appointment to the Planning Board, Ms. Geneliz Herrera, 26 Beacon Street, Chelsea, to fill the unexpired term of Ms. Jessica Arbaiza who resigned in November. This term expires on October 21, 2027. For appointment to the Tree Board, Ms. Lauren Patterson, 24 Boatswains Way, Chelsea, to fill the unexpired term of Mr. Raymond Gomez who resigned in September. This term expires on March 18, 2027. For appointment to the Cultural Council, Ms. Flor De Maria Guerrero Aldana, 21 Gerrish Avenue #10, Chelsea, to fill the unexpired term of Ms. Lilly Darr who resigned. This term expires on June 23, 2028. For appointment to the Cultural Council, Ms. Magno Garcia, 77 Bloomingdale Street #3, Chelsea, for a new three-year term expiring on December 15, 2028. For re-appointment to the Board of Registrars of Voters, Mr. Jacob Resnek, 68 Captain’s Row Rear, Chelsea, for a new three-year term expiring on December 22, 2028. For re-appointment to the Community Recreation Advisory Board, Ms. Hillary Paul Metcalf, 16 Willard Street, Chelsea, for a new three-year term expiring on December 19, 2028. I respectfully request your approval of these appointments. I have attached the resume for the new appointees. Sincerely, Fidel Maltez City Manager RESULT 9-0-2-0 (Appointments Approved by Roll Call at Request of Councilor Jimenez-Rivera) YES Jimenez-Rivera, Recupero, Taylor, Robinson, Teshe, K. Garcia, Santagate, Brown and DeJesus NO ABSENT T. Garcia and Vega PRESENT 12.NEW BUSINESS a. ID#: 25133 – The following Order was introduced by Councilor Recupero. 15 | P a g e Ordered, that the City Manager look into providing a parking pass for City Councilors to use in the City Hall Parking Lot while attending to City business. RESULT: ADOPTED UNDER SUSPENSION (RECUPERO) b. ID#: 25134 – The following Order was introduced by Councilor Recupero. Ordered, that the City Manager work with relevant departments to provide the City Council an accounting of how Community Preservation Committee (CPC) grant funding was allocated and spent by organizations that received funding in Fiscal Years 2025 and 2026 (to date). RESULT: ADOPTED UNDER SUSPENSION (RECUPERO) c. ID#: 25135 – The following Order was introduced by Councilor Recupero. Ordered, that the City Manager provide an update on the status of the Eastern Minerals fund that was set aside for beautification efforts in District Six. RESULT: ADOPTED UNDER SUSPENSION (RECUPERO) The meeting adjourned at 8:36 PM. Respectfully submitted, ___________________________ Clifford Cunningham Clerk, Chelsea City Council 16 | P a g e