City Council

Council President Councillors-at-Large Mark C. Bodanza John Dombrowski Council Vice President Claire M. Freda Gail P. Feckley Susan Chalifoux Zephir Thomas F. Ardinger Ward Councillors Ward 1 – Gail P. Feckley Ward 2 – Pauline M. Cormier Ward 3 – David R. Cormier Ward 4 – Mark C. Bodanza Ward 5 – Peter A. Angelini MINUTES CITY OF LEOMINSTER CITY COUNCIL MONDAY, MARCH 22, 2021 JOHN P. MAHAN CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS The City Council meeting on March 22, 2021 will be held virtually, by a conference telephone call only. All City Councillors, and members of the public interested in participating in the public forum, or a scheduled public hearing, are requested to call the following number : +1 (646) 749-3122 and enter the following code 997-266-765 (Please note: the call in number and code are different than the call in number and code from the last meeting conducted on March 15, 2021). The meeting will begin promptly at 6:00 PM on Monday, March 22, 2021. The conference phone call will be moderated by the City Council President and all discussion will be strictly limited to matters on the agenda. It is expected that the audio phone call will be broadcast on Leominster Access Television. EXECUTIVE SESSION 6:00 P.M Updates on pending litigation. PUBLIC HEARING, 6:30 P.M. 47-21 The Botanist, 1775 Lock Drive: Request change of use of 1775 Lock Drive from a Registered Medical Marijuana Dispensary to an adult use Marijuana Facility engaged exclusively in product manufacturing on site. (Legal Affairs; Regular Course; 03/08/2022; Public Hearing; March 22, 2021 at 6:30PM; Majority Vote) The public hearing opened at 6:30PM. Councillor Dombrowski stated that Councillor Angelini is recused from this hearing due to a possible conflict of interest. Also, he mentioned a letter from the Building Inspector with no objection to this petition. Attorney Phil Silverman introduced himself, Brad Doyle, General Manager of Massachusetts and Jim Fraser, General Manager of Florida, all representing The Botanist. Attorney Silverman explained what the clients are looking to do. This facility meets all the zoning ordinances and buffers. There will be no sales to customer on site. They will be bringing in the oils and the oils will be infused into a marijuana product. This will be essentially a commercial kitchen. Hours of operation will be 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. There will be no more than 12 employees at any one time. There is security equipment, procedures, and personnel. There is an alarm system and a backup alarm system. All employees are background-checked. All waste is taken back to Sterling for disposal. There will be deliveries 2-3 times a week. Councillor Dombrowski asked what types of products will be manufactured here, as the plants will not be grown here. Brad Doyle replied that there are several products, including a gummy-type product, hard candy, coffee, etc. Councillor Dombrowski asked how many jobs there will be? Attorney Silverman answered that there will be 15 employees, but no more than 12 at one time. Councillor Chalifoux Zephir asked what the hours would be and whether they would be Monday through Friday only. Attorney Silverman answered that generally it will be 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Monday through Friday but could extend to weekends. Councillor Chalifoux Zephir asked if they would be infusing existing product or making items from scratch. Jim Fraser answered that only chocolate is brought in and melted down. All other products will be made from scratch. Councillor Chalifoux Zephir asked what the schedule would be for delivering finished product. Brad Doyle answered that most product will be shipped back to Sterling for distribution. Deliveries to Sterling will be based on production and will occur at least every other day. Councillor Chalifoux Zephir asked if the truck traffic will be occurring between the 9:00 AM-5:00 PM window? Page 2 Brad Doyle replied yes, but if a delivery is scheduled for earlier, someone will be present to accept that delivery. Councillor David Cormier spoke on the security infrastructure that was there originally and whether there will be any alterations. Jim Fraser replied that they may need to relocate cameras for the commercial kitchen. They will maintain or exceed the number of cameras currently at the facility. Councillor Feckley asked who the customers would be. Brad Doyle replied that the product will be sold on a wholesale basis, with no customers coming to the facility. Councillor Freda asked if there were any restrictions on banking? Attorney Silverman added that cash is rare and debit cards are used now. Banking has not impacted this company. Jim Fraser replied that the Sterling facility deals with all banking, which is done via electronic transfer. Councillor Freda added that she is glad to see this is not retail. She feels that most issues have been resolved and her questions have all been answered. Councillor Dombrowski summarized the highlights of the host agreement. Attorney Silverman added that 3% or $100,000 will go to the City each year as part of the Community Host Agreement. Councillor Dombrowski asked the public three times if anyone had a comment for or against this petition. No one spoke. He addressed the Legal Affairs Subcommittee. He is in favor of this petition. Councillor Chalifoux Zephir and Councillor David Cormier agreed. Councillor Dombrowski closed the public hearing at 6:54 PM. Page 3 PUBLIC HEARING, 6:45 P.M. C-60 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that the attached Loan Order be adopted. Ordered that $1,101,116 is appropriated, in addition to the $11,294,000 previously appropriated by vote of the council on February 24, 2020, for the purpose of financing costs of an aeration basin and secondary clarifier upgrade project. (Finance; Regular Course; 03/08/2021; Public Hearing 03/22/2021 at 6:45 PM, Majority Vote) The Public Hearing opened at 6:54PM. Councillor David Cormier read the Loan Order. He stated that the aeration basin and primary clarifier project went way over the budget. Councillor David Cormier asked Roger Brooks or Jake Fleming to summarize the work that will be done with this Loan Order. Jake Fleming stated that they are requesting the amendment to the Loan Order because the bids are coming in over and above the budgeted amount for the aeration project. He emphasized that there should be no rate hike for water. Councillor Pauline Cormier had no questions, but she thanked Mr. Fleming for letting the Council know that rates will not increase. Councillor Angelini asked what portion of this project got a commitment from the Clean Water Fund. He added that the Fund and the DEP helps with attractive borrowing rates. Jake Fleming explained the Clean Water Fund. Councillor David Cormier asked three times for the public to speak for or against this Communication. No one spoke. His opinion is to approve this Loan Order. Councillors Pauline Cormier and Angelini agreed. Councillor David Cormier closed the public hearing at 7:08 PM. PUBLIC FORUM, 6:55 P.M. The public forum is an opportunity for any member of the audience to speak on a matter specifically listed on the Council Agenda. Speakers will be asked to come to the microphone and state their formal name and address along with identifying Page 4  the specific item(s) they wish to address. Each speaker is respectfully asked to keep their comments within a two (2) minute time frame. The Council will not be responding or answering any questions; however, at the discretion of the Council President, clarification may be given. Public Forum opened at 7:08 PM. Emily Bredberg, 28 Ice House Rd, spoke on C-63 and the formation of a Human Rights Commission. She spoke about an email requesting a community collaboration be formed. She asked for community nominations prior to mayoral appointments. She added that there should be a mission statement before this Commission is established. Janel Hebert, 20 Imperial Ave, spoke on what a wonderful idea this Commission is. She explained the premise of human rights. She endorses the community nominating the commission members. Pauline Himlan, 27 Lincoln Dr, spoke on area Human Rights Commissions, and guidelines for this commission. Nastashia Sticklor, 114 Blossom St., also spoke on how excited she is to see this Commission come before the City Council. She feels there is lots of community support. Adeline Hebert, 20 Imperial Ave, spoke on the number of communities that have a Human Rights Commission and would like to prioritize the membership of all people of the City. Brooke Gilmore, 54 Green Street, echoed all the previous caller’s energy surrounding this commission. Councillor Bodanza asked three times for anyone that wants to speak during the Public Forum portion of the meeting. No one spoke. The Public Forum was closed at 7:25 PM. I. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL, 7:00 P.M. The regular meeting of the City Council opened at 7:00PM. Councillor David Corier made a motion to recess. Councillor Pauline Cormier seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: 9-0 the Regular Meeting of the City Council went into recess at 7:01PM. The regular meeting reconvened at 7:25PM. Page 5 II. ROLL CALL OF COUNCILLORS IN ATTENDANCE Councillors Present: Council President Bodanza, Council Vice President Feckley, Councillor Freda, Councillor Dombrowski, Councillor Chalifoux Zephir, Councillor Angelini, Councillor Ardinger, Councillor Pauline Cormier, and Councillor David Cormier. Others Present: Katelyn Huffman, City Clerk, Dianne Reardon, Assistant City Clerk. III. APPROVAL OF RECORDS PRESENTED BY THE VICE PRESIDENT • March 8, 2021 • March 15, 2021 The minutes were found to be in order and placed on file. IV. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR ORDERS C-62 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $50,000.00 be made to the Fire Capital Outlay Expense Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Stabilization Fund. RE: Repairs to 210 Lancaster Street. (Finance; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; 2/3 Vote) Councillor David Cormier, Finance Subcommittee Chair, gave this Communication REGULAR COURSE. Councillor Freda asked for more information on specific repairs were planned. C-64 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $30,750.00 be made to the Municipal Building Maintenance Expense Account; the same to be made from the Stabilization Fund. (Finance; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; 2/3 Vote) Councillor David Cormier, Finance Subcommittee Chair, gave this Communication REGULAR COURSE. C-65 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $59,613.00 be made to the Library Expense Account; the same amount to be made from the Library Salary & Wages Account. (Finance; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; Majority Vote) Councillor David Cormier, Finance Subcommittee Chair, gave this Communication REGULAR COURSE. Page 6 COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR (CONTINUED) C-66 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $62,924.00 be made to the Fire Capital Overlay Expense Account; the same amount to be made from the Stabilization Fund. (Finance; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; 2/3 Vote) Councillor David Cormier, Finance Subcommittee Chair, gave this Communication REGULAR COURSE. Councillor David Cormier made a motion, seconded by Councillor Feckley, to amend the word “overlay” to be replaced by the word “outlay”. Roll Call Vote: 9-0 the communidation was AMENDED. C-67 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $140,000.00 be made to the School Department Transportation Expense Account, Prior Year, the same amount to be made from the Stabilization Fund. (Finance; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; 2/3 Vote) Councillor David Cormier, Finance Subcommittee Chair, gave this Communication REGULAR COURSE C-68 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $20,000 be made to the Snow & Ice Overtime Account; the same amount to be made from the Stabilization Fund. (Finance; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; 2/3 Vote) Councillor David Cormier, Finance Subcommittee Chair, gave this Communication REGULAR COURSE C-69 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $230,000 be made to the Snow & Ice Expense Account; the same amount to be made from the Stabilization Fund. (Finance; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; 2/3 Vote) Councillor David Cormier, Finance Subcommittee Chair, gave this Communication REGULAR COURSE Page 7 APPOINTMENTS Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: request the confirmation of the appointment of Christopher Reidy to the Board of Assessors for the City of Leominster, for a term of three years, effective immediately. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; Majority Vote) Councillor Feckley, Ways and Means Committee Chair, gave this Appointment REGULAR COURSE and asked the City Clerk to invite them to the next meeting for an interview. Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request the appointment of Kyle Shelton as a volunteer to the Office of Emergency Management. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; Majority Vote) Councillor Feckley, Ways and Means Committee Chair, gave this Appointment REGULAR COURSE and asked the City Clerk to invite them to the next meeting for an interview. Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request the appointment of Stanley Parker as a volunteer to the Office of Emergency Management. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; Majority Vote) Councillor Feckley, Ways and Means Committee Chair, gave this Appointment REGULAR COURSE and asked the City Clerk to invite them to the next meeting for an interview. Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request the appointment of Luann Longenecker as a volunteer to the Office of Emergency Management. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; Majority Vote) Councillor Feckley, Ways and Means Committee Chair, gave this Appointment REGULAR COURSE and asked the City Clerk to invite them to the next meeting for an interview. Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request the appointment of Fred Longenecker as a volunteer to the Office of Emergency Management. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; Majority Vote) Councillor Feckley, Ways and Means Committee Chair, gave this Appointment REGULAR COURSE and asked the City Clerk to invite them to the next meeting for an interview. Page 8  COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR (CONTINUED) Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request the appointment of Leslie (Les) Regan as a volunteer to the Office of Emergency Management. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; Majority Vote) Councillor Feckley, Ways and Means Committee Chair, gave this Appointment REGULAR COURSE and asked the City Clerk to invite them to the next meeting for an interview. Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request the appointment of Donna Regan as a volunteer to the Office of Emergency Management. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; Majority Vote) Councillor Feckley, Ways and Means Committee Chair, gave this Appointment REGULAR COURSE and asked the City Clerk to invite them to the next meeting for an interview Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request the reappointment of Theresa Sowerbutts to the Recreation Commission, term to expire April 15, 2022. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; Majority Vote) Councillor Feckley, Ways and Means Committee Chair, gave this Appointment REGULAR COURSE and asked the City Clerk to invite them to the next meeting for an interview. Councillor David Cormier mentioned that this is not a re- appointment, as this person has never served on the Recreation Commission. V. PETITIONS FIRST TIME ON THE AGENDA 55-21 George's Fine Jewelers DBA House of Relic: Request to renew license to deal secondhand articles at 1292 Main Street. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; Majority Vote) Councillor Feckley, Ways and Means Chair, gave this petitionREGULAR COURSE and stated that referrals are being collected. 56-21 George's Fine Jewelers, Inc: Request to renew license to deal secondhand articles at 255 North Main Street. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; Majority Vote) Councillor Feckley, Ways and Means Chair, gave this petition REGULAR COURSE and stated that referrals are being collected. Page 9  PETITIONS FIRST TIME ON THE AGENDA (CONTINUED) 57-21 Fred's Auction Service: Request to renew license to deal secondhand articles at 92 Pleasant Street. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; Majority Vote) Councillor Feckley, Ways and Means Chair, gave this petition REGULAR COURSE and stated that referrals are being collected. 58-21 Crowne Jewelers: Request to renew license to deal secondhand articles at 12 Lindell Avenue. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; Majority Vote) Councillor Feckley, Ways and Means Chair, gave this petition REGULAR COURSE and stated that referrals are being collected. 59-21 The Repair Palace, Inc: Request to renew license to deal secondhand articles at 11 Sack Boulevard. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 3/22/2021; Referrals: Police; Majority Vote) Councillor Feckley, Ways and Means Chair, gave this petition REGULAR COURSE and stated that referrals are being collected. 60-21 Gamestop, Inc.: Request to renew license to deal secondhand articles at 26 Orchard Hill Park Drive. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 3/22/2021; Referrals: Treasurer; Police; Majority Vote) Councillor Feckley, Ways and Means Chair, gave this petition REGULAR COURSE and stated that referrals are being collected. VI. MATTERS BEFORE CITY COUNCIL VII. CITY OF LEOMINSTER – FINANCIAL REPORT The balance of the Stabilization fund was: $17, 172,600.98. Page 10 VIII. FINANCE C-60 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that the attached Loan Order be adopted. Ordered that $1,101,116 is appropriated, in addition to the $11,294,000 previously appropriated by vote of the council on February 24, 2020, for the purpose of financing costs of an aeration basin and secondary clarifier upgrade project. (Finance; Regular Course; 03/08/2021; Public Hearing 03/22/2021 at 6:45 PM, Majority Vote) The Finance Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the communication. A roll call vote was taken with a vote of 9-0 and this communication was GRANTED. ORDERED: A roll call vote was taken with a vote of 9-0 and the Loan Order was ADOPTED. C-61 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $5,500.00 be made to the Police Salary & Wages Account the same to be made from the Stabilization Fund. RE: To authorize the establishment of a new captain supervisory position submitted subsequent to the submission of the Annual Budget. (Finance; Regular Course; 03/08/2021; Amended 3/8/2021; 2/3 Vote) The Finance Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the communication. Roll Call Vote: 9-0 the communication was GRANTED. ORDERED: By a Roll Call Vote of 9-0 the order was ADOPTED. Page 11  FINANCE (CONTINUED) 45-21 Gregory C. Chapdelaine, Purchasing Agent: Request to enter a five-year contract for Personal Property Collection and Valuation Services. (Finance; Regular Course; 03/08/2021; Majority Vote) The Finance Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the petition. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to GRANT this petition. 46-21 Gregory C. Chapdelaine, Purchasing Agent: Request to enter a five-year contract for Certification of Real Estate Values Services. (Finance; Regular Course; 03/08/2021; Majority Vote) The Finance Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the petition. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to GRANT this petition. IX. LEGAL AFFAIRS 26-21 Elizabeth Wood, Economic Development and Planning Director: Request to amend the zoning ordinance pertaining to Lot Frontage and adding a definition for Paper Streets. See attached letter. (Legal Affairs; Regular Course 11/23/2020; Further Time 12/14/2020, 12/28/2020; Public Hearing; January 11, 2021 @ 6:35PM; Public Hearing Continued; 02/08/2021 @ 6:00PM; Further Time; 01/11/2021; 01/25/2021;02/08/2021; 03/08/2021; Subcommittee Mtg 3/17/2021; 2/3 Vote) The Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council TABLE the petition. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to TABLE this petition. Page 12 LEGAL AFFAIRS (CONTINUED) 27-21 Elizabeth Wood, Economic Development and Planning Director: Request to amend the zoning ordinance pertaining to Solar. See attached letter. (Legal Affairs; Regular Course 11/23/2020; Further Time 12/14/2020, 12/28/2020, 01/11/2021, 01/25/2021; Public Hearing; January 11, 2021 @ 6:35PM; Public Hearing Continued; 02/08/2021; @ 6:30PM; Public Hearing Continued; 03/08/2021 @ 6:45PM; Further Time; 01/11/2021; 01/25/2021;02/08/2021;02/22/2021; 03/08/2021; Subcommittee Mtg 3/17/2021; 2/3 Vote) The Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council TABLE the petition. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to TABLE this petition. 47-21 The Botanist, 1775 Lock Drive: Request change of use of 1775 Lock Drive from a Registered Medical Marijuana Dispensary to an adult use Marijuana Facility engaged exclusively in product manufacturing on site. (Legal Affairs; Regular Course; 03/08/2022; Public Hearing; March 22, 2021 at 6:30PM) Councillor Dombrowski, Legal Affairs Subcommittee Chair, recommends GRANTING this petition 1) subject to compliance to the state, federal and local laws; and 2) subject to a favorable Police Chief inspection. Councillors Chalifoux Zephir and David Cormier were in agreement. Councillor Peter Angelini recused himself from the vote. Councillor Freda thinks the conditions are appropriate. She is glad to see the use change, and she is in favor of this petition. Councillor David Cormier feels the business will generate lots of revenue and sees no foreseeable issues. The Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the Special Permit WITH CONDITIONs. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 8-0-1 (CouncillorAngelini abstained) to GRANT the Special Permit WITH CONDITIONS. Page 13  LEGAL AFFAIRS (CONTINUED) C-63 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that the City Council establish the creation of a Human Rights Commission for the City of Leominster. (Legal Affairs; Regular Course; 03/08/2021; Majority Vote) Councillor Dombrowski, Legal Affairs Chair, stated that a number of people asked to delay this vote tonight. He added that, even if it was passed tonight, the ordinance still needs to be enacted. Council President, Mark Bodanza charged the Legal Affairs Subcommittee to draft the ordinance for this commission. The Legal Affairs Committee recommended that this communication be pulled to Subcommitte on March 30, 2021 at 5:30PM. Councillor Freda suggested that the subcommittee invite residents that spoke tonight. She added that she could help with information from other communities. The Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council give the communication FURTHER TIME. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor of FURTHER TIME. X. WAYS & MEANS 48-21 ECO ATM LLC: Request to renew license to deal secondhand articles at 11 Jungle Road (Walmart #2964). (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/08/2021; Majority Vote) The Ways and Means Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the license to deal secondhand articles. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to GRANT the license. Page 14 WAYS & MEANS (CONTINUED) 49-21 Deghan Inc. DBA Hannoush Jewelers: Request to renew license to deal secondhand articles at 100 Commercial Road (Mall at Whitney Field). (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/08/2021; Majority Vote) The Ways and Means Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the license to deal secondhand articles. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to GRANT the license. 50-21 Diane Amidon, on behalf of Upscale Consignmint: request to renew license to deal secondhand articles at 875 Merriam Avenue St. 131. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/08/2021; Majority Vote) The Ways and Means Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the license to deal secondhand articles. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to GRANT the license. 51-21 Everything Cute, Inc. DBA Cutiques: Request to renew license to deal secondhand articles at 37 Mechanic Street, 2nd Floor (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/08/2021; Majority Vote) The Ways and Means Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the license to deal secondhand articles. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to GRANT the license. 52-21 Everything Cute, Inc. DBA Cutie Patuties: request to renew license to deal secondhand articles at 1021 Central Street. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/08/2021; Majority Vote) The Ways and Means Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the license to deal secondhand articles. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to GRANT the license. Page 15  WAYS & MEANS (CONTINUED) 53-21 Mason Investments Inc.: Renew Bowling Alley License for Mason Bowling Center located at 640 North Main Street. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/08/2021; Majority Vote) The Ways and Means Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the Bowling Alley License. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to GRANT the license. 54-21 Christopher Rivard: Request to renew Transient Vendor License. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/08/2021; Majority Vote) The Ways and Means Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the transient vendor license. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to GRANT the license. XI. NEW BUSINESS First Reading of an Ordinance 32-21 Elizabeth Wood, Planning and Economic Development Director: Request to amend the zoning ordinance pertaining to the floodplain. See attached letter. (Legal Affairs; Regular Course 11/23/2020; Further Time 12/14/2020, 12/28/2020, 01/11/2021, 01/25/2021; Public Hearing; January 11, 2021 @ 6:35PM; Public Hearing Continued; 02/08/2021; @ 6:30PM; Public Hearing Continued; 03/08/2021 @ 6:45PM; Further Time; 01/11/2021; 01/25/2021;02/08/2021;02/22/2021; First Reading 3/22/2021; 2/3 Vote) The Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council ADOPT the first reading of the Ordinance. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to ADOPT the first reading. 40-21 David R. Cormier, Ward 3 Councillor: Request to install a stop sign on Lincoln Terrace against northbound drivers at Graham Street. (Legal Affairs; Regular Course; 02/22/2021; Public Hearing: March 8, 2021 at 6:35PM; First Reading 3/22/2021; 2/3 Vote) The Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council ADOPT the first reading of the Ordinance. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to ADOPT the first reading. Page 16 41-21 David R. Cormier, Ward 3 Councillor: Request to install a stop sign on Hardy Drive against northbound drivers at Union Street. (Legal Affairs; Regular Course; 02/22/2021; Public Hearing: March 8, 2021 at 6:36PM; First Reading 3/22/2021; 2/3 Vote) The Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council ADOPT the first reading of the Ordinance. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to ADOPT the first reading. 42-21 David R. Cormier, Ward 3, Councillor: Request to install a stop sign on Hardy Drive against westbound drivers at Pleasant Street. (Legal Affairs; Regular Course; 02/22/2021; Public Hearing: March 8, 2021 at 6:37PM; First Reading 3/22/2021; 2/3 Vote) The Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council ADOPT the first reading of the Ordinance. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to ADOPT the first reading. 43-21 David R. Cormier, Ward 3 Councillor: Request to install a stop sign on Francis Street against southeast bound drivers at Willard Street. (Legal Affairs; Regular Course; 02/22/2021; Public Hearing: March 8, 2021 at 6:38PM; First Reading 3/22/2021; 2/3 Vote) The Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council ADOPT the first reading of the Ordinance. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to ADOPT the first reading. 44-21 David R. Cormier, Ward 3 Councillor: Request to install a stop sign on Tucker Drive against eastbound drivers at New Lancaster Road. (Legal Affairs; Regular Course; 02/22/2021; Public Hearing: March 8, 2021 at 6:39PM; First Reading 3/22/2021; 2/3 Vote) The Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council ADOPT the first reading of the Ordinance. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to ADOPT the first reading. Page 17  XII. OLD BUSINESS Second Reading of an Ordinance 25-21 Elizabeth Wood, Economic Development and Planning Director: Request to amend the zoning ordinance pertaining to Home Occupations. See attached letter. (Legal Affairs; Regular Course 11/23/2020; Further Time 12/14/2020, 12/28/2020; Public Hearing; January 11, 2021 @ 6:35PM; Public Hearing Continued; 02/08/2021 @ 6:00PM; Further Time; 01/11/2021; 01/25/2021;02/08/2021; First Reading 03/08/2021; 2/3 Vote) Councillor Dombrowski, Legal Affairs Subcommittee Chair, recommended ADOPTION of the second reading. Councillors The Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council ADOPT the second reading of the ordinance. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to ADOPT the second reading. 33-21 Gail Feckley: Amend Section 13-77, Stop Signs, of the Leominster Municipal Code, by adding a stop sign for southeast bound traffic on Linda Street at Day Street. (Legal Affairs; Regular Course; 01/25/2021; Further Time; 02/08/2021; Public Hearing: February 22, 2021 at 6:35PM; First Reading 03/08/2021; 2/3 Vote) The Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council ADOPT the second reading of the ordinance. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to ADOPT the second reading. 34-21 Gail Feckley: Amend Section 13-77, Stop Signs, of the Leominster Municipal Code, by adding a stop sign for northwest bound traffic on Tina Street at Lincoln Street. (Legal Affairs; Regular Course; 01/25/2021; Further Time; 02/08/2021; Public Hearing: February 22, 2021 at 6:40PM; First Reading 03/08/2021; 2/3 Vote) The Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council ADOPT the second reading of the ordinance. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to ADOPT the second reading. 35-21 Gail Feckley: Amend Section 13-77, Stop Signs, of the Leominster Municipal Code, by adding a stop sign for southwest bound traffic on Tina Street at Linda Street. (Legal Affairs; Regular Course; 01/25/2021; Further Time; 02/08/2021; Public Hearing: February 22, 2021 at 6:45PM; First Reading 03/08/2021; 2/3 Vote) Page 18  The Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council ADOPT the second reading of the ordinance. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor to ADOPT the second reading. Councillor Dombrowski set a Legal Affairs Subcommittee for Tuesday, March 30th at 5:30 PM. He added that we will invite the people who called in tonight as well as the Mayor. Councillor David Cormier asked the City Clerk to acquire an update from the City Solicitor on the status of previously accepted Streets and how far in the recording process they are for each of them. Councillor Freda mentioned a popular request MMA webinar for understanding School Finance as it applies to net school spending on April 8th from 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM. XIII. COMMUNITY CALENDAR XIV. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Councillor David Cormier, seconded by Councillor Pauline Cormier, to adjourn the meeting. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 9-0 in favor of adjournment. The meeting was adjourned at 8:27 PM. - Katelyn Huffman, City Clerk - Dianne Reardon, Assistant City Clerk Page 19