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Regular Meeting

Leominster, MA · April 12, 2021

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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, APRIL 12, 2021 JOHN P. MAHAN CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS The City Council meeting on APRIL 12, 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 (571) 317-3122 and enter the following code 997-870-797 (Please note: the call in number and code are different than the call in number and code from the last meeting conducted on March 22, 2021). The meeting will begin promptly at 6:30 PM on Monday, April 12, 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. INTERVIEWS, 6:30 P.M. Councillor Claire Freda acted as the Ways and Means Chairperson for the evening and opened the interviews at 6:30 PM. 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 Freda introduced Christopher Reidy and asked him to tell the Council about his experience and qualifications. Christopher Reidy spoke on his background in the appraising/assessing field. He is familiar with the area of Leominster. He added that he continues with his education. Councillor Dombrowski had no additional questions and he felt that Mr. Reidy’s background complimented the needs of the City of Leominster. Councillor Freda asked for any further questions or comments. She added that she felt he had ample experience and qualifications. She asked if the appointments could be moved up in the agenda. She mentioned that as a licensed appraiser, she understood his experience and qualifications. Council President Bodanza said that could be done once the meeting was opened. 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 Freda introduced Kyle Shelton and asked him to tell the Council about his desire to volunteer on the Office of Emergency Management. Kyle Shelton spoke on his education and his involvement in emergency management in and around Leominster. He is looking to gain experience in the emergency management field. Councillor Freda asked what his present occupation was. Mr. Shelton answered that he is a security officer in Littleton. Councillor Dombrowski had no questions and thanked Mr. Shelton for volunteering and wished him well. 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 Freda introduced Stanley Parker and asked him to tell the Council about his desire to volunteer in the Office of Emergency Management. Stanley Parker, local resident, spoke on his career for 25 years as a logistics manager. He has enjoyed working the lunch program at the Office of Emergency Management and he also enjoyed helping in various aspects. Page 2 Councillor Freda asked Mr. Parker if there was any particular part of the Office of Emergency Management that he is interested in or is he available to be wherever needed. Mr. Parker answered that he will be starting a job at Leominster Department of Public Works, but he will go wherever he is needed. Councillor Dombrowski had no questions and commended Mr. Parker for his volunteer service and wished him the best. 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) 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 Freda introduced both Fred and Luann Longenecker and asked them to tell the Council about their desire to volunteer in the Office of Emergency Management. Luann Longenecker added that she is currently the Secretary of the Cultural Council for the City of Leominster. She added that both her and Fred would like to volunteer their time but may not be interested in joining the Office of Emergency Management. Fred Longenecker stated that he and Luann had moved from New Jersey a couple of years ago and enjoy volunteering in the area. Luann Longenecker stated that a couple of weeks after starting the lunch program they were given paperwork and instructed to complete it. They are mainly interested in the lunch program. Councillor Dombrowski was confident that the lunch program had been run by the Office of the Emergency Management people and that may be why there was a recommendation to go through this process. He thanked them for the volunteering. 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) 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) Page 3 Councillor Freda introduced both Leslie and Donna Regan and asked them to tell the Council about their desire to volunteer in the Office of Emergency Management Les Regan stated that both he and Donna were from Claremont, New Hampshire, and have been in Leominster since 1962. He worked in the tool and dye shops in Leominster. He retired in April of 2020 and has volunteered with local sports. His son, Jason, is a member of the Office of Emergency Management already. He added that he is qualified to drive many of the vehicles. He really enjoys working on the Canteen. Donna Regan agreed with everything her husband said. Councillor Dombrowski had no questions, and he thanked the Regans for their volunteer service and wished them the best. Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request the appointment of Theresa Sowerbutts to the Recreation Commission, term to expire April 15, 2022. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; Majority Vote) Councillor Freda introduced Theresa Sowerbutts and asked her to speak to the Council about her desire to be on the Recreation Commission. Theresa Sowerbutts spoke on her experience with the Recreation Department and activities. She works in Natick. She would like to see the continuation of recreation activities in the City of Leominster. Councillor Dombrowski said he is glad to see her enthusiasm and he thanked her for volunteering. PUBLIC FORUM, 7:06 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 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. Council President Bodanza opened the public forum at 7:06 PM. With no one present that wished to speak, the public forum was closed at 7:08 PM. Page 4 I. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL, 7:00 P.M. The regular meeting of the City Council opened at 7:00PM. Councillor Ardinger made a motion for recess. Councillor Chalifoux Zephir seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: 8-0 the meeting went into recess at 7:02PM. II. ROLL CALL OF COUNCILLORS IN ATTENDANCE Councillors Present: Council President Bodanza, Councillor Freda, Councillor Dombrowski, Councillor Chalifoux Zephir, Councillor Angelini, Councillor Ardinger, Councillor Pauline Cormier, and Councillor David Cormier. ABSENT: Council Vice-President Feckley Others Present: Katelyn Huffman, City Clerk; Dianne Reardon, Assistant City Clerk; Rick Dondero; John Richard; Christopher Reidy; Bill Connor. III. APPROVAL OF RECORDS PRESENTED BY THE VICE PRESIDENT • March 22, 2021 Council President Bodanza said that, with Councillor Feckley absent from the meeting, the approval of the minutes will be done at the next meeting. IV. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR ORDERS C-70 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $35,000.00 be made to the Assessor's Expense Account, the same amount to be transferred from the Assessor's Salary and Wages Account. RE: Appraisal services for Whitney Field abatement and cyclical inspection services of all properties. (Finance; Regular Course; 04/12/2021; Majority Vote) This communication was given REGULAR COURSE. C-71 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $50,000 be made to the Municipal Building Expense Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Stabilization Fund. RE: To fund building improvements for city buildings including 210 Lancaster Street. (Finance; Regular Course; 04/12/2021; 2/3 Vote) This communication was given REGULAR COURSE. Page 5 C-72 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $17,070.00 be made to the Municipal Building Expense Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Stabilization Fund. RE: Additional bat removal costs at 210 Lancaster Street (Finance; Regular Course; 04/12/2021; 2/3 Vote) This communication was given REGULAR COURSE. C-73 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $108,250.00 be made to the Fire Department Capital Outlay Expense Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Stabilization Fund. RE: Digitize System Fire Alarm Equipment (Finance; Regular Course; 04/12/2021; 2/3 Vote) This communication was given REGULAR COURSE. C-74 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $4,000 be made to the Planning Department Expense Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Stabilization Fund. RE: Professional review of submitted documents (Finance; Regular Course; 04/12/2021; 2/3 Vote) This communication was given REGULAR COURSE. C-75 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $6,000 be made to the Planning Department Salary and Wages Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Stabilization Fund. RE: To increase hours for Administrative Assistant on a temporary basis. (Finance; Regular Course; 04/12/2021; 2/3 Vote) This communication was given REGULAR COURSE. Page 6 COMMUNICATION: C-76 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor – Request the City of Leominster to REVISE Ordinance, Chapter 16 – Personnel, Article 11 – Personnel, Wage and Salary Plan, Division 3 – Classification Plan, Section 16-34 “Classification of positions” be amended, effective 07/01/2021 by deleting in its entirety from the existing table: Class Title Classification Purchasing Agent S-8 Nurse, Public Health S-5 Code Enforcement Inspector S-6 Plumbing Inspector S-7 City Treasurer Collector, Assistant S-5 And inserting in their place the following: Class Title Classification Purchasing Agent S-10 Nurse, Public Health S-7 Code Enforcement Inspector S-7 Plumbing Inspector S-8 City Treasurer Collector, Assistant S-6 And by also inserting a new class title and classification as follows: Class Title Classification Business Development Coordinator S-7 (Legal Affairs; Regular Course; 04/12/2021; Majority Vote) Legal Affairs Chair Councillor John Dombrowski stated that this Communication is the first time on the agenda as well as given REGULAR COURSE and asked for a Referral from the Mayor’s Office. Page 7 C-77 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request than an appropriation of $250,000.00 be made to the Fire Department Overtime Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Stabliization Fund. RE: Emergency Preamble. (Finance; Regular Course; 04/12/2021; 2/3 Vote) Finance Chair Councillor David Cormier deferred to the Clerk of Finance for this Money Order. Councillor Pauline Cormier read an email from Chief Sideleau regarding why this is an emergency situation (miscalculation). Councillor Pauline Cormier and Councillor Angelini are both in favor of this request. Council President Bodanza stated that the Finance Subcommittee recommends Granting this Order. Councillor Freda asked why there are so many absences. Councillor Pauline Cormier read the letter attached to the request which provided explanations for the absences. A roll call vote was taken, and it was voted 7-0-1 (D. Cormier abstaining) in favor of GRANTING the Emergency Preamble. The Finance Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the communication. A roll call vote was taken, and it was voted 7-0-1 (D. Cormier abstaining) in favor of GRANTING the communication. Finance Clerk Councillor Pauline Cormier moved to ADOPT the Order. A roll call was taken and was passed with a vote of 7-0-1 (D. Cormier abstaining) V. MATTERS BEFORE CITY COUNCIL VI. CITY OF LEOMINSTER – FINANCIAL REPORT Balance of Stabilization Fund was $16,737,280.98 Finance Chair Councillor David Cormier read the Financial Report. Councillor Freda asked for a breakdown of Cares Act money. Councillor David Cormier stated that he doesn’t have that information at the moment, but he will provide that to the City Clerk, and she will distribute. Page 8 VII. FINANCE 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) Finance Chair Councillor David Cormier read the explanation from Chief Sideleau. He added that some of the Council members routed 210 Lancaster Street. He recommended to GRANT this petition. Councillor Pauline Cormier is in agreement. Councillor Angelini is in agreement also and commented on the tour. He added on what a great job has been done so far on a shoestring budget. Councillor Freda added that she also supports this request. She supports that this is a great plan for this city-owned building and also towards the facility. Councillor Ardinger stated that it was a unique experience touring this building and seeing what has been done so far. He feels this is a great asset for the City. The Finance Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the communication. A roll call vote was taken, and it was passed 8-0 to GRANT this petition. ORDERED: By a Roll Call Vote of 8-0 the order was ADOPTED. 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) Finance Chair Councillor David Cormier read a letter from Peter Niall. This request is to pay for elevator repair at 210 Lancaster Street, as the elevator is not in working order.The Finance Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the communication. A roll call vote was taken, and it was GRANTED with a vote of 8-0. ORDERED: By a Roll Call Vote of 8-0 the order was ADOPTED. Page 9 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) Finance Chair Councillor David Cormier read a letter from the Library Director, which explains what this money would be used for. The Finance Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the communication.A roll call vote was taken, and it passed 8-0 to GRANT this petition. ORDERED: By a Roll Call Vote of 8-0 the order was ADOPTED. 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) Finance Chair Councillor David Cormier read the explanation as to where this money would be used. This will be used for ambulance equipment. The Finance Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the communication. A roll call vote was taken, and it was votged 8-0 to GRANT this petition. ORDERED: By a Roll Call Vote of 8-0 the order was ADOPTED. 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) Finance Chair Councillor David Cormier explained that the City of Leominster had reached a settlement for the bus company and this money will pay off the settlement. The Finance Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the communication. A roll call vote was taken, and it was voted 8-0 to GRANT this petition. ORDERED: By a Roll Call Vote of 8-0 the order was ADOPTED. 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) Finance Chair Councillor David Cormier explained that the City needs to tie up all the bills. The Finance Committee recommended Page 10 that the City Council GRANT the communication.. A roll call vote was taken, and it was voted 8-0 to GRANT this petition. ORDERED: By a Roll Call Vote of 8-0 the order was ADOPTED. 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) Finance Chair Councillor David Cormier explained the breakdown of where these funds will be spent. He added that the cost of salt will be going up next year, so the City will stock up now. The Finance Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the communication. A roll call vote was taken, and it was 8-0 in favor to GRANT this petition. ORDERED: By a Roll Call Vote of 8-0 the order was ADOPTED. VIII. LEGAL AFFAIRS 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; Further Time 03/22/2021; Majority Vote) Legal Affairs Chair Councillor John Dombrowski read the petition and spoke on the last subcommittee meeting where members of the public spoke. There will be a subcommittee meeting scheduled tonight in order to draft the ordinance. The Legal Affairs committee recommended FURTHER TIME. A roll call vote was taken, and it was passed 8-0 to be granted FURTHER TIME. IX. WAYS & MEANS 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) The Ways and Means Committee recommended that the City Council CONFIRM the appointment of Christopher Reidy. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 8-0 in favor to CONFIRM the appointment. Page 11 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) The Ways and Means Committee recommended that the City Council CONFIRM the appointment of Kyle Shelton. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 8-0 in favor to CONFIRM the appointment. 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) The Ways and Means Committee recommended that the City Council CONFIRM the appointment of Stanley Parker. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 8-0 in favor to CONFIRM the appointment. 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) The Ways and Means Committee recommended that the City Council CONFIRM the appointment of Luann Longenecker. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 8-0 in favor to CONFIRM the appointment. 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) The Ways and Means Committee recommended that the City Council CONFIRM the appointment of Fred Longenecker. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 8-0 in favor to CONFIRM the appointment. 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) The Ways and Means Committee recommended that the City Council CONFIRM the appointment of Leslie Regan. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 8-0 in favor to CONFIRM the appointment. 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) Page 12 The Ways and Means Committee recommended that the City Council CONFIRM the appointment of Donna Regan. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 8-0 in favor to CONFIRM the appointment. 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) The Ways and Means Committee recommended that the City Council CONFIRM the appointment of Theresa Sowerbutts. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 8-0 in favor to CONFIRM the appointment. 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) 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 8-0 in favor to GRANT the license. 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) 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 8-0 in favor to GRANT the license. 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) 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 8-0 in favor to GRANT the license. 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) 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 8-0 in favor to GRANT the license. Page 13 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; 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 8-0 in favor to GRANT the license. 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; 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 8-0 in favor to GRANT the license. X. NEW BUSINESS XI. OLD BUSINESS Second 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) Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council ADOPT the second reading. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 8- 0 in favor to ADOPT the second 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) Page 14 Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council ADOPT the second reading. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 8- 0 in favor to ADOPT the second reading. 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) Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council ADOPT the second reading. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 8- 0 in favor to ADOPT the second 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) Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council ADOPT the second reading. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 8- 0 in favor to ADOPT the second 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) Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council ADOPT the second reading. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 8- 0 in favor to ADOPT the second 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) Legal Affairs Committee recommended that the City Council ADOPT the second reading. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 8- 0 in favor to ADOPT the second reading. XII. COMMUNITY CALENDAR Legal Affairs set a subcommittee meeting date of April 21, 2021 at 5:30 PM. Legal Affairs Chair Councillor Dombrowski asked the Clerk to send notification to the interested parties as well as the Mayor in case they want to attend. He also asked that the Solar Page 15 petition be added to that agenda. He also asked to notify the Planning Department and Patrick Perla of the Planning Board. XIII. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Councillor David Cormier, seconded by Councillor Angelini, to ADJOURN. A vote was taken, via roll call, and it was voted 8-0 to ADJOURN the meeting at 8:04 PM. - Katelyn Huffman, City Clerk - Dianne Reardon, Assistant City Clerk Page 16

Agenda

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 CITY OF LEOMINSTER CITY COUNCIL MONDAY, APRIL 12, 2021 JOHN P. MAHAN CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS The City Council meeting on APRIL 12, 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 (571) 317-3122 and enter the following code 997-870-797 (Please note: the call in number and code are different than the call in number and code from the last meeting conducted on March 22, 2021). The meeting will begin promptly at 6:30 PM on Monday, April 12, 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. INTERVIEWS, 6:30 P.M. 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) 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) 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) 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) INTERVIEWS (CONTINUED) 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) 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) 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) Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request the appointment of Theresa Sowerbutts to the Recreation Commission, term to expire April 15, 2022. (Ways & Means; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; Majority Vote) 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 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. I. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL, 7:00 P.M. II. ROLL CALL OF COUNCILLORS IN ATTENDANCE III. APPROVAL OF RECORDS PRESENTED BY THE VICE PRESIDENT • March 22, 2021 IV. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR ORDERS C-70 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $35,000.00 be made to the Assessor's Expense Account, the same amount to be transferred from the Assessor's Salary and Wages Account. RE: Appraisal services for Whitney Field abatement and cyclical inspection services of all properties. (Finance; Regular Course; 04/12/2021; Majority Vote) Page 2 C-71 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $50,000 be made to the Municipal Building Expense Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Stabilization Fund. RE: To fund building improvements for city buildings including 210 Lancaster Street. (Finance; Regular Course; 04/12/2021; 2/3 Vote) C-72 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $17,070.00 be made to the Municipal Building Expense Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Stabilization Fund. RE: Additional bat removal costs at 210 Lancaster Street (Finance; Regular Course; 04/12/2021; 2/3 Vote) C-73 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $108,250.00 be made to the Fire Department Capital Outlay Expense Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Stabilization Fund. RE: Digitize System Fire Alarm Equipment (Finance; Regular Course; 04/12/2021; 2/3 Vote) C-74 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $4,000 be made to the Planning Department Expense Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Stabilization Fund. RE: Professional review of submitted documents (Finance; Regular Course; 04/12/2021; 2/3 Vote) C-75 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $6,000 be made to the Planning Department Salary and Wages Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Stabilization Fund. RE: To increase hours for Administrative Assistant on a temporary basis. (Finance; Regular Course; 04/12/2021; 2/3 Vote) Page 3 COMMUNICATION: C-76 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor – Request the City of Leominster to REVISE Ordinance, Chapter 16 – Personnel, Article 11 – Personnel, Wage and Salary Plan, Division 3 – Classification Plan, Section 16-34 “Classification of positions” be amended, effective 07/01/2021 by deleting in its entirety from the existing table: Class Title Classification Purchasing Agent S-8 Nurse, Public Health S-5 Code Enforcement Inspector S-6 Plumbing Inspector S-7 City Treasurer Collector, Assistant S-5 And inserting in their place the following: Class Title Classification Purchasing Agent S-10 Nurse, Public Health S-7 Code Enforcement Inspector S-7 Plumbing Inspector S-8 City Treasurer Collector, Assistant S-6 And by also inserting a new class title and classification as follows: Class Title Classification Business Development Coordinator S-7 (Legal Affairs; Regular Course; 04/12/2021; Majority Vote) C-77 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request than an appropriation of $250,000.00 be made to the Fire Department Overtime Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Stabliization Fund. RE: Emergency Preamble. (Finance; Regular Course; 04/12/2021; 2/3 Vote) V. MATTERS BEFORE CITY COUNCIL VI. CITY OF LEOMINSTER – FINANCIAL REPORT VII. FINANCE 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 Page 4 be transferred from the Stabilization Fund. RE: Repairs to 210 Lancaster Street. (Finance; Regular Course; 03/22/2021; 2/3 Vote) 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) 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) 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) 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) 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) 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) VIII. LEGAL AFFAIRS 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; Further Time 03/22/2021; Majority Vote) IX. WAYS & MEANS APPOINTMENTS: Page 5 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) 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) 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) 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) 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) 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) 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) 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) 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) 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) 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) Page 6 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) 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; Majority Vote) 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; Majority Vote) X. NEW BUSINESS XI. OLD BUSINESS Second 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) 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) 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) 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) 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 Page 7 Affairs; Regular Course; 02/22/2021; Public Hearing: March 8, 2021 at 6:38PM; First Reading 3/22/2021; 2/3 Vote) 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) XII. COMMUNITY CALENDAR XIII. ADJOURNMENT - Katelyn Huffman, City Clerk Page 8

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