City Council

Council President Councillors-at-Large Mark C. Bodanza John Dombrowski Council Vice President Claire M. Freda David R. Cormier Susan Chalifoux Zephir Thomas F. Ardinger Ward Councillors Ward 1 – Vacant 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, JUNE 14, 2021 JOHN P. MAHAN CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS (TO BE CONDUCTED IN PERSON) INFORMATION SESSION WITH THE MAYOR, 6:15 PM RE: Downtown Rapid Recovery Program Mayor Mazzarella introduced Jeff Sauser from Stantech. Mr. Sauser explained that there will be a full report at the end of the summer. He presented the Leominster Rapid Recovery Program and explained how it provides a basis on grant applications in the future. Mayor Mazzarella added that housing is a priority. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING, 6:30 PM 73-21 Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid requests to excavate the public highways and to run and maintain underground electric conduits, together with such sustaining and protecting fixtures as it may find necessary for the transmission of electricity, said underground conduits to be located substantially in accordance with the plan filed herewith marked - Mechanic St & Mt Pleasant Ave – Leominster Massachusetts. The following are the streets and highways referred to: Plan number# 30363626 Mechanic St & Mt Pleasant Ave - Rebuilding MH #5 at the corner of Mechanic St and Water St. Installation of conduit under the road going east down Mechanic St towards Mt Pleasant Ave to a new manhole #5373 about 250'. Installation on about 300' of conduit from MH #5373 up Mt Pleasant St to new MH #5372 on customer property for Switch Gear to be used in renovation of downtown underground system in the future. Will also becoming off of pole # 3 with conduit about 100' to MH # 5372 and out of Transformer #3 about next to MH #5372 about 100' to go across the street and service customer owned HH on private property located at the rear of #37 Mechanic St. (Public Service; Regular Course; 05/10/2021; Public Hearing 05/24/2021 6:50 PM; Further Time 05/24/2021; Continued Public Hearing 06/14/2021 at 6:30 PM; Majority Vote). The Public Hearing opened at 6:30PM. Councillor Freda introduced and read petition 73-21. Councillor Freda asked about the miscommunication between the Department of Public Works and National Grid. She asked them to explain the timeline. Scott Farrar and Mark Tappley were representing National Grid. Scott answered that the project was a collaboration between the owner, the Department of Public Works and the Wire Inspector. His understanding was that this gas work and paving of road was to be done in the fall and not early spring. Councillor Freda was concerned that the level of work needs to meet the “look” of the road right now. She wants to see a commitment in dollar amount, but she will take a curb to curb commitment for paving. Councillor Freda asked if the parking area was also involved. Scott Farrar replied that yes, the business parking lot is involved. Mr. Tappley added that there will also be a piece of the east side of Mechanic Street that will be involved. Councillor Freda asked if we can avoid these types of issues moving forward by meeting with Department of Public Works. Mr. Tappley stated that most digging in streets is gas works, but this particular issue was a miscommunication on the project. Mr. Farrar added that whenever National Grid is digging in a public way, they reach out to the Department of Public Works. John Roseberry is the contact. Councillor Freda stated that Mr. Roseberry put a dollar amount of $30,000 for the paving, but a commitment of curb to curb paving is sufficient in this case. Page 2  Councillor Freda asked three times if any one from the public wanted to speak for or against the petition. No one spoke. The public hearing closed at 6:42PM. INTERVIEWS, 6:35 PM Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor; request the confirmation of the permanent appointment of Jennifer Reddington to the position of Comptroller for the City of Leominster for a term of three years, effective June 21, 2021. (Ways and Means; Regular Course 05/24/2021; Resume requested 05/24/2021; Interview 06/14/2021 at 6:35 PM; Majority Vote) Councillor Freda spoke on the search for a new Comptroller and the length of time the City’s Comptrollers have held their positions historically. She asked if Ms. Reddington would agree that this is an independent part of a community. Ms. Reddington agreed. Councillor Freda asked, in Ms. Reddington’s opinion, how often should audits occur. Ms. Reddington answered that, with the size of Leominster, an audit should be performed annually. She spoke on her background as a municipal auditor and her experience. Councillor Freda read Ms. Reddington’s resume. She highlighted her experience and how she will bring that expertise to the City. She added her philosophy and how important it is to share her expertise. Councillor Freda asked if all departments have converted to MUNIS. Ms. Reddington answered yes, but they are in various levels of access. Mayor Mazzarella explained that MUNIS is outstanding at the financial reporting. Councillor Freda explained how the City has been late reporting to the Department of Revenue historically. She explained that she is not in favor of money for projects coming out of the Stabilization Fund. She would like the reporting to DOR to be done in a timely manner. Ms. Reddington answered that this is a goal. Councillor Freda asked about Ms. Reddington’s OPEB (Other Post Employment Benefits) policy. Page 3 Ms. Reddington complimented John Richard on a great service securing funding for this and putting a schedule forward. The cost structure will stay the same. Councillor Freda asked if we had a year with a tight budget, would she consider lessening the amount that goes into OPEB. Mayor Mazzarella replied that it is not her decision, and she could only advise. Councillor Freda asked if there could be a line of succession with personnel in the office. Ms. Reddington replied that yes, a succession plan is very important. She would like to be in the office for some time to be familiar with the roles of office personnel. Councillor Freda read Ms. Reddington’s cover letter. Ms. Reddington added that she hopes some policies and procedures can be updated to make lives easier and better internal controls. Councillor Dombrowski asked Ms. Reddington to expand on major differences in the Auditor and Comptroller roles. Ms. Reddington explained that an auditor looks at the overall level and not as detailed as a comptroller does. The comptroller reconciles individual accounts. Mr. Dombrowski asked what areas in her expertise is she on the lower end of the learning curve. Ms. Reddington answered that union negotiations is one area that is new to her. She also will need to be more detail specific. Mayor Mazzarella explained what benefits the Comptroller brings to discussions. Councillor David Cormier asked how Ms. Reddington sees the job now from the outside looking in and what she would like to see change. Ms. Reddington answered that she will find these things as she gains more experience in the office. There may be some logistical changes Page 4 that need to occur. Getting reconciliations down will be different with all departments. Councillor David Cormier stated that she will be sitting on a retirement board. He asked what her philosophy is to make the City more balanced. Ms. Reddington replied that the City’s fiscal health on a whole comes into play. She feels that she will provide good advice and she will explain why she advises in that way. Councillor David Cormier likes the piece of explaining reasons why said actions are recommended. Councillor Freda read the job description for the Comptroller position. Councillor Ardinger stated that this has been the most exhaustive interview in the Chamber. Every question he had has been answered. He is also an alum of Southern New Hampshire University. Councillor Angelini clarified that if she is in the comptroller position all audits will be conducted with an outside agency. Ms. Reddington agreed that all audits will be with an outside agency. Councillor Chalifoux Zephir asked how long the transfer to the MUNIS system took and what it entailed. Ms. Reddington said that it took a few years. She explained the process that she and Mr. Richard took to set up the coding and balances. David LaPlante added that the School Department used MUNIS to run their detailed payrolls and the Comptroller’s office simply audits their numbers. Ms. Reddington added that lots of migration has to be put in place for all departments to reconcile on a daily basis. Councillor Chalifoux Zephir agreed that an integrated data system allows you to gather information more easily. She asked why it takes so long. Page 5  Ms. Reddington said that all journal entries and carryovers have to be put through. Then it goes to the Department of Revenue, with questions back and forth, before this is established. Conncillor Chalifoux Zephir asked what will be the biggest challenges. Ms. Reddington answered that getting everything back on track and being timely. Council President Bodanza asked David LaPlante to give his opinion. David LaPlante said Ms. Reddington is likeable and demanding. Her approach is refreshing. He added that John Richard loved working with Ms. Reddington. She knows many aspects of the job and is responsible and energetic. He is confident that she will ensure things are done right. Mayor Mazzarella added that as the appointing authority he can say that he and Ms. Reddington are of the same mindset. They are both data driven people. He is excited to bring the office to another dimension with Ms. Reddington as Comptroller. Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor; request the appointment of Leon Christoforo, to the Historical Commission, Term to expire 04/15/2024. (Ways and Means; Regular Course 05/24/2021; Interview 06/14/2021 at 6:40 PM; Majority Vote) Councillor Freda announced that Mr. Christoforo will not be here tonight, and will reschedule for June 28, 2021 meeting. PUBLIC HEARING, 6:45 PM C-87 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor; submitted the proposed CDBG Budget/Action Plan for the City of Leominster - Year 47. (Ways & Means; Regular Course 05/24/2021; Public Hearing 06/14/2021 at 6:45 PM; Majority Vote) Councillor Freda read the petition and asked for an overview of the funds and distribution. Mayor Mazzarella explained how the funding is distributed and how it is used to keep seniors and veterans in their home. Ellen Racine also explained some of the programs. Page 6  Councillor Freda added that she has had seniors mention how hard Ellen works with them. She hopes to continue with this funding. PUBLIC HEARING, 6:50 PM C-89 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor; request that the City Council ADOPT the attached Home Rule petition. RE: Police Detail Reform (Legal Affairs; Regular Course 05/24/2021; Public Hearing 06/14/2021 at 6:50 PM; Majority Vote) Councillor Dombrowski read the communication from State Representative Natalie Higgins regarding what occurred the last time this petition was ADOPTED. Councillor Chalifoux Zephir asked if the language referred to is included in this petition. Katelyn Huffman, City Clerk, answered yes, this was forwarded to the Mayor’s Office. 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. The City Council President opened the public forum at 7:59PM. He asked three times whether any member of the public wanted to speak for or against any item listed on the agenda. No one spoke. I. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL, 7:00 P.M. Council President Bodanza called for a moment of silence for Gail P. Feckley, Ward 1 Councillor. Page 7 II. ROLL CALL OF COUNCILLORS IN ATTENDANCE PRESENT: Council President Bodanza; Council Vice-President David Cormier; Councillor Claire Freda; Councillor John Dombrowski; Councillor Susan Chalifoux Zephir; Councillor Peter Angelini; Councillor Thomas Ardinger; Councillor Pauline Cormier; Councillor David Cormier; Katelyn Huffman, City Clerk; Dianne Reardon, Assistant City Clerk. OTHERS PRESENT: Jeff Sauser; David LaPlante; Greg Chapdelaine; Paul Redmond; Mayor Dean J. Mazzarella; Jennifer Reddington; William Connors; Ellen Racine; National Grid representatives Scott Farrar and Mark Tappley; III. APPROVAL OF RECORDS • May 24, 2021 – Council Vice-President David Cormier approved and placed the minutes on file. A motion was made by Councillor Pauline Cormier, seconded by Councillor Freda, to go into RECESS. The motion passed with a vote of 8-0. The Council went into recess at 7:03PM and was back in regular session at 8:00PM. IV. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR C-92 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $80,000.00 be made to the Recreation Department Expense Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Recreation Department Salary and Wages Account. RE: Ongoing skatepark project that will carry over into FY 2022. (Finance; Regular Course 06/14/2021; Majority Vote) The Finance Committee gave this REGULAR COURSE. C-93 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $1,016,208.38 be made to the Sewer Department Capital Outlay Expense Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Excess and Deficiency Account. (Finance; Regular Course 06/14/2021; Majority Vote) The Finance Committee gave this REGULAR COURSE. C-94 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $803,889.09 be made to the Water Department Capital Outlay Expense Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Excess and Deficiency Account. (Finance; Regular Course 06/14/2021; Majority Vote) The Finance Committee gave this REGULAR COURSE. Page 8 C-95 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $1,000,000 be made to the Stabilization Fund; the same amount to be transferred from the Unfunded Liability Expense Account. RE: Reimbursement of FY2020 paid in advance. (Finance; Regular Course 06/14/2021; Majority Vote) The Finance Committee gave this REGULAR COURSE. C-96 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $954,608.00 be made to the General Fund Capital Investment Program Fund; the same to be transferred from Debt Principle-School Account. RE: Funding at School Athletic Complex (FY2021) (Finance; Regular Course 06/14/2021; Majority Vote) Projected Funding at School Athletic Complex The Finance Committee gave this REGULAR COURSE. C-97 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $650,000.00 be made to the General Fund Capital Investment Program Fund; the same to be transferred from the Unfunded Liability Expense Account. RE: Funding at School Athletic Complex (FY2020) (Finance; Regular Course 06/14/2021; Majority Vote) Projected Funding at School Athletic Complex Page 9  The Finance Committee gave this REGULAR COURSE. C-98 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $21,000.00 be made to the Cemetery Expense Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Cemetery Perpetual Care Income Account. RE: Overhead Door replacement and mower. (Finance; Regular Course 06/14/2021; Majority Vote) The Finance Committee gave this REGULAR COURSE. C-99 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $70,170.72 to be made to the Cemetery Salary & Wages Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Cemetery-Perpetual Care Income Account. RE: W1 $37,124.64 Clerk-PT $17,461.08 Seasonal (1039 Hrs) $15,585.00 $70,170.72 (Finance; Regular Course 06/14/2021; Majority Vote) The Finance Committee gave this REGULAR COURSE. C-100 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that the Fiscal Year 2022 which totals $137,076,287.10 to be adopted; the same amount to be raised by Fiscal Year 2022 Revenue. (Finance; Regular Course; 06/14/2021; Public Hearing; 06/28/2021 @ 6:35PM; 2/3 Vote) The Finance Committee gave this REGULAR COURSE. A Public Hearing has been set for June 28, 2021 at 6:35 PM. A vote was taken establishing the public hearing and it was passed 8-0. C-101 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that the Fiscal Year 2022 Water Department Budget which totals $6,748,994.08 be adopted as listed; the same amount to be raised as authorized by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44 Section 53E. RE: Attachment FY 2022 Water Department Budget. (Finance; Regular Course; 06/14/2021; Public Hearing; 06/28/2021 @ 6:40PM; 2/3 Vote) Page 10  The Finance Committee gave this REGULAR COURSE. A Public Hearing has been set for June 28, 2021 at 6:40 PM. A vote was taken establishing the public hearing and it was passed 8-0. C-102 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that the Fiscal Year 2022 Sewer Department Budget which totals $6,337,577.20 be adopted as listed; the same amount to be raised as authorized by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44 Section 53E. RE: Attachment FY 2022 Sewer Department Budget. (Finance; Regular Course; 06/14/2021; Public Hearing; 06/28/2021 @ 6:45PM; 2/3 Vote) The Finance Committee gave this REGULAR COURSE. A Public Hearing has been set for June 28, 2021 at 6:45 PM. A vote was taken establishing the public hearing and it was passed 8-0. SUSPENSION OF THE RULES C-103 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $11,486,758.53 be made to the Stabilization Fund; the same amount to be transferred from the Excess and Deficiency Account. (Finance; Regular Course;06/14/2021; Majority Vote) The Finance Committee gave this REGULAR COURSE. A vote was taken to suspend the rules and it was passed 8-0. V. PETITIONS FIRST TIME ON THE AGENDA 74-21 Peter Angelini, Ward 5 Councillor; Request to install a stop sign on Leland Avenue against northbound drivers at Hoover Street. (Legal Affairs; Regular Course; 06/14/2021; Referrals IN: Police; Public Hearing: 06/28/2021 at 6:50 PM; 2/3 Vote) The Legal Affairs Committee gave this REGULAR COURSE. A Public Hearing has been set for June 28, 2021 at 6:50 PM. A vote was taken establishing the public hearing and it was passed 8-0. 75-21 Elizabeth Wood (on behalf of the Planning Board) requests to amend the zoning ordinance pertaining to the regulation of dumpster location and screening. Page 11  (Legal Affairs; Regular Course 06/14/2021; Public Hearing; June 28, 2021 @ 6:46 PM; 2/3 Vote) The Legal Affairs Committee gave this REGULAR COURSE. A Public Hearing has been set for June 28, 2021 at 6:46 PM. A vote was taken establishing the public hearing and it was passed 8-0. Referrals were requested from the ZBA, the Building Department and the Planning Board. VI. FINANCE C-85 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $1,000,000.00 to be made to the Street Resurfacing Expense Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Stabilization Fund. (Finance; Regular Course 05/24/2021; Pending: List of Streets from Mayor’s Office; 2/3 Vote) The Finance Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the ORDER. 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. C-86 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $100,000.00 to be made to the Library Building & Grounds and Books Expense Account; the same amount to be transferred from the Salary and Wages Account. RE: Repairs and Upgrades (Finance; Regular Course 05/24/2021; Majority Vote) The Finance Committee recommended that the City Council GRANT the ORDER. 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. C-84 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $100,000.00 to be made to the Fire Overtime account; the same amount to be transferred from the Stabilization Account. RE: Supplemental Appropriation TO BE RATIFIED (Finance; Regular Course 05/24/2021; 2/3 Vote; 06/14/2021 RATIFICATION) The Finance Committee recommended RATIFICATION of the communication. A roll call vote was taken, and the communication was RATIFIED with a roll call vote of 7-0-1 (Councillor David Cormier abstained due to a possible conflict of interest). Page 12  C-91 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor: Request that an appropriation of $100,000.00 to be made to the Fire Overtime account; the same amount to be transferred from the Fire Department Salary and Wages Account. RE: Supplemental Appropriation TO BE RATIFIED (Finance; Regular Course 05/24/2021; 2/3 Vote; 06/14/2021 RATIFICATION) The Finance Committee recommended RATIFICATION of the communication. A roll call vote was taken, and the communication was RATIFIED with a roll call vote of 7-0-1 (Councillor David Cormier abstained due to a possible conflict of interest).. VII. LEGAL AFFAIRS C-89 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor; request that the City Council ADOPT the attached Home Rule petition. RE: Police Detail Reform (Legal Affairs; Regular Course 05/24/2021; Public Hearing 06/14/2021 at 6:50 PM; Majority Vote) The Legal Affairs Committee recommended ADOPTION of this petition. A roll call vote was taken and was passed with a vote of 8-0. VIII. WAYS AND MEANS Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor; request the confirmation of the permanent appointment of Jennifer Reddington to the position of Comptroller for the City of Leominster for a term of three years, effective June 21, 2021. (Ways and Means; Regular Course 05/24/2021; Interview 06/14/2021 at 6:35 PM; Majority Vote) Councillor Freda spoke on the importance of this position. Councillor Dombrowski felt there is a lack of experience in the actual Comptroller position but lots of experience in the overall Comptroller position. There seems to be a strong attention to detail in her answers. He is in favor. Councillor David Cormier wholeheartedly agrees with the appointment of Ms. Reddington to the position of Comptroller. Councillor Freda felt it was exhibited in the questions that she asked regarding going from an auditor to a comptroller. She had asked about ethical issues and there was nothing negative. Page 13  A roll call vote was taken to CONFIRM the appointment of Jennifer Reddington to the office of the Comptroller of the City of Leominster. This was passed with a vote of 8-0. Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor; request the appointment of Leon Christoforo, to the Historical Commission, Term to expire 04/15/2024. (Ways and Means; Regular Course 05/24/2021; Interview 06/14/2021 at 6:40 PM; Further Time; Interview 06/28/2021 at 6:30 PM; Majority Vote) The Ways and Means Committee recommends FURTHER TIME for this appointment. An interview was set for June 28, 2021 and a vote was taken and passed with a vote of 8-0. C-87 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor; submitted the proposed CDBG Budget/Action Plan for the City of Leominster - Year 47. (Ways & Means; Regular Course 05/24/2021; Public Hearing 06/14/2021 at 6:45 PM; Majority Vote) The Ways and Means Committee recommended ADOPTION of this petition. A vote was taken and was passed with a vote of 8-0. C-88 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor; request that the City Council accept the North Main Street Alteration Project Resolution. (Ways and Means; Regular Course 05/24/2021; Majority Vote) The Ways and Means Committee recommended ADOPTION of this RESOLUTION. A vote was taken and was passed with a vote of 8-0. C-90 Dean J. Mazzarella, Mayor; request that the City Council ADOPT the Resolution to authorize the Superintendent to submit the Statement of Interest Form to the Massachusetts School Building Authority. (Ways and Means; Regular Course 05/24/2021; Majority Vote) The Ways and Means Committee recommended ADOPTION of this RESOLUTION. A vote was taken and was passed with a vote of 8-0. IX. NEW BUSINESS First Reading of an Ordinance: 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: Page 14  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; Public Hearing May 10, 2021 @ 6:25 Majority Vote) The Legal Affairs Committee recommended ADOPTION of this first reading. A roll call vote was taken and was passed with a vote of 8-0. 70-21 Angela Chebuske, Conservation Agent: Request to Amend Chapter 21 of the Revised Ordinances Entitled “Water and Sewers”, Article VI Stormwater and Erosion Control Regulations and Stormwater Ordinance, by inserting new definitions and updating the language as attached. (Legal Affairs; Regular Course; 04/26/2021; Public Hearing; May 10, 2021 @ 6:30PM; 2/3 Vote) The Legal Affairs Committee recommended ADOPTION of this first reading. A roll call vote was taken and was passed with a vote of 8-0. Presentation of gift to the City Council. Councillor David Cormier spoke on the disappearance of two gavels in the City Council Chambers. He presented the gavel and read the inscription. He asked the City Clerk to keep the gavel safely in the vault. Page 15 X. OLD BUSINESS Councillor Freda spoke on the interview process and how that might be changed. Council President would like to check with the City Solicitor. Councillor David Cormier answered Councillor Freda regarding the difference in money requested a few City Council meetings ago. He explained that Chapter 90 funding will help with the paving of the street. Council President Bodanza said that a new Council photo may be taken in July. XI. COMMUNITY CALENDAR XII. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Councillor Chalifoux Zephir, seconded by Councillor Angelini, to adjourn the meeting at 8:40 PM. The motion was passed 8-0. - Katelyn Huffman, City Clerk Page 16