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City of Somerville, Massachusetts City Council Meeting Minutes Thursday, February 9, 2023 7:00 PM NOTICE: This is NOT the official version of the City Council's minutes. While reasonable efforts have been made to assure the accuracy of the data provided, do not rely on this information without first checking with the City Clerk. 1. OPENING CEREMONIES The meeting was called to order at 7:01 PM by Ward Three City Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen. 1.1. Roll Call Call of the Roll. (ID # 23-0220) RESULT: PLACED ON FILE Present: City Councilor At Large Willie Burnley Jr. City Councilor At Large Charlotte Kelly City Councilor At Large Kristen Strezo City Councilor At Large Jake Wilson Ward One City Councilor Matthew McLaughlin Ward Two City Councilor Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) Scott Ward Three City Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen Ward Four City Councilor Jesse Clingan Ward Six City Councilor Lance L. Davis Ward Seven City Councilor Judy Pineda Neufeld Ward Five City Councilor Beatriz Gomez Mouakad 1.2. Remembrances Remembrances. (ID # 23-0230) Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Wilson and McLaughlin requested a moment of silence in memory of Kathleen M. Sullivan. President Ewen-Campen urged people to donate and support those in need as a result of the recent earthquake in Turkey and Syria. RESULT: APPROVED 1.3. Minutes Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting, January 12, 2023. (ID # 23-0188) RESULT: APPROVED Page 1 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 2. CITATIONS 2.1. Citation By Councilor Ewen-Campen (ID # 23-0197) Commending Cleanthe Marsh on the auspicious occasion of her 100th birthday. Councilor Ewen-Campen will deliver the citation to Ms. Marsh in person. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 2.2. Citation By Councilor Ewen-Campen (ID # 23-0228) Commending Ed DaSilva on the occasion of his retirement from the Information Technology Department after 33 years of distinguished service. Councilor Ewen-Campen noted that Mr. DaSilva was the 2nd IT employee hired by the city. Mr. DaSilva addressed the Council and thanked the members for this recognition. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad Page 2 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS 3.1. Grant of Location Verizon applying for a Grant of Location to install 92 feet of conduit in the (ID # 23-0223) intersection of Herbert St and Chester St, from Utility Pole 8 to 240 Elm St. James DeIturrondo, representing Verizon, explained the reason for the request. There being no further comment, the public hearing was closed. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 3.2. Grant of Location Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 102 feet of conduit in (ID # 23-0224) Kent St, from Utility Pole 191/3 to a point of pickup at 22 Kent St. Phyllis Galloway, representing Eversource, explained the reason for the request. There being no further comment, the public hearing was closed. Councilor Scott questioned why the pickup was not from a closer pickup point. Ms. Galloway will have someone follow up with him. He asked that the item be referred to the Committee on Licenses and Permits. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Licenses and Permits Committee 3.3. Grant of Location Eversource applying for a Grant of Location to install 8 feet of conduit in (ID # 23-0225) Sawyer Ave, from Utility Pole 307/4 to a point of pickup at 29 Sawyer Ave. Phyllis Galloway, representing Eversource, explained the reason for the request. There being no further comment, the public hearing was closed. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad Page 3 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 4. ORDERS, ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND MOTIONS OF MEMBERS 4.1. Order By Councilor Strezo (ID # 23-0211) That the Commissioner of Public Works immediately remove or raise above human height, the dangerously low-hanging wires in front of 102 Line Street and report to this City Council, the owner of the pole. Councilor Strezo noted that this item has been taken care of and she thanked the DPW for handling this instead of waiting for the proper utility company to perform the work. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 4.2. Order By Councilor Strezo (ID # 23-0212) That the Commissioner of Public Works immediately remove the wires separated and tied to a fence on the property at Chapel Street and College Avenue and report to this City Council, the owner of the pole. Councilor Strezo noted that this item has been taken care of and she thanked the DPW for handling this instead of waiting for the proper utility company to perform the work. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad Page 4 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 4.3. Resolution By Councilor Clingan, Councilor Burnley Jr., Councilor Davis, Councilor (ID # 23-0214) Ewen-Campen, Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Councilor Kelly, Councilor McLaughlin, Councilor Pineda Neufeld, Councilor Scott, Councilor Strezo and Councilor Wilson Supporting Payment In Lieu of Taxes legislation in Massachusetts, bills HD.2091 and SD.761. Councilor Clingan spoke on the item saying that this is a re-submittal of a previous resolution. Maryann Walles was sponsored to speak by Councilor Clingan. Ms. Walles explained that this would provide a local option to impose taxes on non-profits. Chair Clingan noted that a task force was established by the Council in 2021 and, to date, no members have been appointed to that task force. He urged the administration to move forward on those appointments. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 4.4. Order By Councilor Pineda Neufeld and Councilor Wilson (ID # 23-0215) That the Director of Mobility consider adding speed humps to Clarendon Avenue to slow down cut-through traffic from Broadway to Massachusetts Avenue. Councilor Pineda Neufeld amended the item by replacing “Holland Street” with “Broadway”. RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Traffic and Parking Committee AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad Page 5 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 4.5. Order By Councilor Pineda Neufeld, Councilor Burnley Jr. and Councilor Wilson (ID # 23-0216) That the Director of Health and Human Services discuss with this Council, the ending of the federal COVID-19 public health emergency, its impact on residents, and the city's access to vaccines, testing and other resources. RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Public Health and Public Safety Committee AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 4.6. Order By Councilor Pineda Neufeld (ID # 23-0217) That the Director of Public Space and Urban Forestry, the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment, and the Director of Communications and Community Engagement discuss with this Council, opportunities to increase communication and education of residents on the impact of black swallow-wort and how to effectively remove and dispose of it. Councilor Pineda Neufeld would like Green Open Somerville to be part of the discussion when the item is taken up by the committee and Councilor Davis suggested that Director Oliviera be invited to attend that committee meeting, as well. Councilor Burnley asked what outcome Councilor Pineda Neufeld was seeking with this order and she replied that she would like multi-language educational door hangers, education on proper disposal methods, flyers and anything else that would help. Councilor Strezo would like to see getting school children involved in some fashion and Chair Ewen-Campen suggested possibly utilizing a summer jobs program. RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Open Space, Environment and Energy Committee AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad Page 6 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES 6.A. CHARTER REVIEW SPECIAL COMMITTEE 6.A.1. Committee Report Report of the Special Committee on Charter Review, meeting as a (ID # 23-0209) Committee of the Whole on February 8, 2023. Councilor Scott presented the Committee Report saying that 4 items regarding the balance of power were discussed. Some concerns were expressed by the administration about some of the recommendations. A provision for accessing information was also discussed and approved. He thanked his colleagues for their in-depth and thoughtful discussions. More discussions on the balance of power will be forthcoming in following committee meetings. Councilor Scott invited Councilor Pineda Neufeld to express some concerns she had. She spoke about allowing more time for department heads to transition into their new positions and to develop relationships with the Council. (Councilor Wilson noted that there are 2 clerks working this meeting in advance of their confirmation.) RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 6.A.2. Resolution By Councilor Burnley Jr. (ID # 23-0235) Supporting the recommended language by the Charter Review Committee on adding an access to information provision. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad Page 7 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 6.B. FINANCE COMMITTEE 6.B.1. Committee Report Report of the Committee on Finance, meeting on February 7, 2023. (ID # 23-0207) Councilor Wilson presented the Committee Report and reviewed some of the 13 agenda items, including funds for the Fire Department and time only contract extensions. Several items were kept in committee for additional discussion, including the CPX lease agreement and the UCH-TIF and he asked members to contact the administration with any questions on the latter. He reported that $38.8 million in free cash has been certified by the state. Councilor Burnley asked how much money would be allocated to the safe consumption site and Councilor Kelly explained that the start up cost for that has been earmarked in another stabilization fund. Councilor Wilson “named and shamed” the 3 companies involved in the massive opioid settlement, (Walmart, Teva and Allergan). RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 6.B.2. Mayor's Request Requesting approval to extend the Invoice Cloud contract for credit card (ID # 23-0058) processing for over-the-counter and meter transactions. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 6.B.3. Mayor's Request Requesting approval to pay prior year invoices totaling $6,318.46 using (ID # 23-0096) available funds in the Information Technology Computer Supplies Account for computer supplies, internet services, and phone services. RESULT: APPROVED Page 8 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 6.B.4. Mayor's Request Requesting approval to accept and expend a $91,211.79 grant with no new (ID # 23-0109) match required, from MA Executive Office of Public Safety to the Fire Department for staffing costs. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 6.B.5. Mayor's Request Requesting approval of a time-only extension to the contract with Barletta (ID # 23-0119) Heavy Division, for work on the Somerville Avenue Utilities and Streetscape Improvements project. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 6.B.6. Mayor's Request Requesting approval of a time-only contract extension for CBA Landscape (ID # 23-0121) Architects, for the Henry Hansen Memorial Park design services beyond the three year maximum, to 9/30/2024. RESULT: APPROVED Page 9 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 6.B.7. Mayor's Request Requesting approval to create the Opioid Recovery and Remediation (ID # 23-0125) Stabilization Fund. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 6.B.8. Mayor's Request Requesting approval of a time-only contract extension for the Weston and (ID # 23-0126) Sampson Engineering and Licensed Site Professional contract for Conway park beyond the three year maximum, to 12/31/2023. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad Page 10 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 6.C. HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 6.C.1. Committee Report Report of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, (ID # 23-0201) meeting on February 2, 2023. Councilor Strezo presented the Committee Report saying that the committee received an update on housing issues and discussed possible unintended consequences of the recent increase in Social Security benefits. Increased costs of heat and utility bills and their effect on residents were discussed. Councilor Strezo also spoke about possibly having bikes repaired in collaboration with the teen center. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 6.C.2. Order By Councilor Gomez Mouakad and Councilor Kelly (ID # 22-0273) That the Director of Housing provide the data requested within for inclusionary homes built after 2016, to better understand how the program is addressing housing needs. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.C.3. Order By Councilor Strezo (ID # 22-0290) That the Director of Health and Human Services discuss the recruitment and retention of Teen Snow Shoveling Program participants. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.C.4. Order By Councilor Strezo, Councilor Burnley Jr., Councilor Clingan, Councilor (ID # 22-1683) Davis, Councilor Ewen-Campen, Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Councilor Kelly, Councilor McLaughlin, Councilor Pineda Neufeld, Councilor Scott and Councilor Wilson That the Director of Housing discuss how anticipated increases in utility, heating and water bills will affect affordable housing tenants. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED Page 11 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 6.C.5. Order By Councilor Strezo (ID # 22-1793) That the Director of the Office of Housing Stability discuss the potential impact of the anticipated January 2023 Social Security cost of living increase on affordable housing. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.D. LAND USE COMMITTEE 6.D.1. Committee Report Report of the Committee on Land Use, meeting in Joint Session with the (ID # 23-0203) Planning Board on February 2, 2023. Councilor McLaughlin presented the Committee Report and gave brief summaries of the 4 public hearings that were held. Each public hearing was kept open until noon on February 10th. The particulars of each item are contained in the committee minutes. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 6.E. LEGISLATIVE MATTERS COMMITTEE 6.E.1. Committee Report Report of the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on January 31, (ID # 23-0191) 2023. Councilor Davis presented the Committee Report and noted that the School Department requested that any questions about the annual School Department surveillance report be referred to them. Councilor Davis reviewed several of the items discussed including extending the time for Police Chief Femino to serve in an acting capacity. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad Page 12 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 6.E.2. Order By Councilor Davis (ID # 22-0037) That the administration advise the City Council, and provide the language to allow cannabis delivery in the most streamlined way possible. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.E.3. Order By Councilor Davis (ID # 22-0047) That the Administration re-submit the Report of the Clean and Open Elections Task Force. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.E.4. Order By Councilor Ewen-Campen, Councilor McLaughlin, Councilor Scott, (ID # 22-0180) Councilor Kelly and Councilor Clingan That the Director of Housing provide a written update on the current status of compliance with the Short-Term Rental Ordinance. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.E.5. Order By Councilor McLaughlin, Councilor Ewen-Campen, Councilor Kelly, (ID # 22-0451) Councilor Wilson, Councilor Scott, Councilor Clingan, Councilor Pineda Neufeld, Councilor Strezo, Councilor Davis and Councilor Burnley Jr. That the City Solicitor prepare a revision to the appropriate ordinance so vehicles that are parked in a crosswalk, or blocking a bicycle lane, ADA ramp, bus stop, or sidewalk may be towed as well as ticketed. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.E.6. Mayor's Request Requesting approval of a Home Rule Petition to authorize the continued (ID # 23-0074) employment of Acting Somerville Police Chief Charles J. Femino. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad NAY: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr. 6.E.7. Mayor's Conveying the 2022 Surveillance Technology Annual Report. Communication (ID # 23-0086) RESULT: WORK COMPLETED Page 13 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 6.E.8. Mayor's Conveying information regarding item 23-0084, a Mayor's Request Communication requesting the adoption of the Specialized Energy Code. (ID # 23-0106) RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.E.9. Order By Councilor Davis (ID # 23-0172) That the Council amend the Surveillance Technology Ordinance to clarify that it covers cameras used for automated traffic or parking enforcement. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.E.10. Order By Councilor Davis (ID # 23-0196) That the City Council adopt a change to the Surveillance Technology Ordinance consistent with the discussions in the Committee on Legislative Matters, meeting on January 31, 2023. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 6.F. RODENT ISSUES SPECIAL COMMITTEE 6.F.1. Committee Report Report of the Special Committee on Rodent Issues, meeting on January 30, (ID # 23-0182) 2023. Councilor Kelly presented the Committee Report and highlighted various areas of a presentation given at the meeting. More discussions are expected on damage done to vehicles by rats, the use of carbon monoxide in combating rats, and the relocation of Smart boxes. Liaison Carrillo noted that there are twenty SMART boxes in East Somerville. Councilor McLaughlin commented that the Rodent Committee was informed that there are no SMART boxes in East Somerville, to which Liaison Carrillo replied that the committee was misinformed. Councilor Kelly asked that the Administration provide any updated information to the committee for its next meeting. (See item 10.2). RESULT: APPROVED Page 14 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 6.F.2. Order By Councilor Kelly, Councilor Clingan, Councilor Wilson, Councilor (ID # 22-0296) Burnley Jr. and Councilor Pineda Neufeld That the Director of Health and Human Services, the Director of Inspectional Services and the Environmental Health Coordinator update this Council on current rodent mitigation plans. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.F.3. Order By Councilor Kelly (ID # 22-0297) That the Commissioner of Public Works update this Council on the replacement of trash bins due to rodent activity. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.F.4. Order By Councilor Pineda Neufeld, Councilor Strezo, Councilor Scott and (ID # 22-0346) Councilor Kelly That the Director of Inspectional Services consider a financial relief program for low income residents who are paying out of pocket for increased rodent expenses, including car and home repairs. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.F.5. Order By Councilor McLaughlin, Councilor Wilson, Councilor Strezo, Councilor (ID # 22-2036) Burnley Jr. and Councilor Kelly That the Director of Inspectional Services inspect Chuckie Harris Park, the General Insulation building and 161 Broadway for signs of rodent issues and food waste. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.F.6. Order By Councilor McLaughlin, Councilor Wilson, Councilor Strezo, Councilor (ID # 22-2037) Kelly and Councilor Burnley Jr. That the Director of Inspectional Services bait the sewers along Pennsylvania Avenue and adjacent streets and develop a plan to address rodent issues, in anticipation of planned water pipeline renovation. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED Page 15 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 6.F.7. Order By Councilor Strezo, Councilor Pineda Neufeld, Councilor Kelly, Councilor (ID # 23-0062) Wilson and Councilor Gomez Mouakad That the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development and the Environmental Health Coordinator discuss the feasibility of including neighborhood-specific rat control funding in Community Benefits Agreements. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.F.8. Order By Councilor Strezo, Councilor Kelly, Councilor Wilson, Councilor Scott (ID # 23-0063) and Councilor Clingan That the Environmental Health Coordinator and the Director of Inspectional Services discuss resident reports of cars damaged by rats over the past five years. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.F.9. Order By Councilor Wilson and Councilor Kelly (ID # 23-0069) That the Environmental Health Coordinator update this Council on any past pilots and any future plans for use of rodent hormonal birth control. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.F.10. Order By Councilor Kelly (ID # 23-0131) That the Director of Inspectional Services and the Environmental Health Coordinator update this Council on the SMART box program and other rodent control measures. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED Page 16 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 6.G. SCHOOL BUILDING FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE SPECIAL COMMITTEE 6.G.1. Committee Report Report of the Special Committee on School Building Facilities and (ID # 23-0192) Maintenance, meeting in Joint Session with the School Committee Building Maintenance Subcommittee on February 1, 2023. Councilor Gomez Mouakad presented the Committee Report and gave an update on the Healey and West Somerville Neighborhood Schools heat and cooling systems. The Winter Hill School will be having an extensive evaluation to determine the structural integrity of the facility. She spoke about submitting the MSBA application, the 1895 building, complaints of noise emanating from the East Somerville Community School HVAC system, school IT capabilities, building maintenance documentation, ESCS façade repairs, and the condition of the Cummings School. Councilor Gomez Mouakad believes that the 1895 building may be address in the Capital Projects Plan. Councilor Davis spoke about the maintenance tracking system that was built in-house by DPW staff. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 6.G.2. Order By Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Councilor Davis, Councilor Wilson, (ID # 22-0186) Councilor Clingan and Councilor Kelly That the Commissioner of Public Works report on all school building deferred maintenance projects completed following the ventilation system assessment, proposed completion dates, and strategies to assess needs for future deferred maintenance projects. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.G.3. Order By Councilor Gomez Mouakad and Councilor McLaughlin (ID # 22-1418) That the Commissioner of Public Works report on planned repairs for the East Somerville Community School facade failures. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED Page 17 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 6.G.4. Order By Councilor Gomez Mouakad (ID # 22-1715) That the Director of Infrastructure and Asset Management and the Commissioner of Public Works provide an update on preventive maintenance plans for all school buildings. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.G.5. Order By Councilor Gomez Mouakad (ID # 22-1716) That the Commissioner of Public Works and the Chief Information Officer provide an update on ongoing issues with Wi-Fi services for all schools. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.H. TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMITTEE 6.H.1. Committee Report Report of the Committee on Traffic and Parking meeting on February 6, (ID # 23-0205) 2023. Councilor Gomez Mouakad presented the Committee Report and commented on taxi fares, loading zones, commercial parking, regulating commercial traffic, curbside changes, blocking of bike lanes, and traffic calming. Councilor Burnley commented that the community is passionate about documenting parking in bike lanes and said there’s a disconnect between reporting to 311 and enforcement. RESULT: APPROVED 6.H.2. Order By Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Councilor Kelly, Councilor Clingan, (ID # 22-1830) Councilor Scott and Councilor Davis That the Director of Mobility present to this Council on where heavy commercial vehicles are restricted per Traffic Regulations Section 7-27 Operation of Heavy Commercial Vehicles. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.H.3. Order By Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Councilor Wilson, Councilor Scott and (ID # 22-1832) Councilor Kelly That the Director of Parking, Director of Mobility, and Director of Engineering present to this Council on engagement and consideration of business needs regarding curbside changes. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED Page 18 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 6.H.4. Order By Councilor Gomez Mouakad (ID # 22-1834) That the Director of Mobility and Director of Engineering present to this Council on documentation of vehicle types, timing and frequency, and turning movements when determining on-street loading zones. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.H.5. Order By Councilor Gomez Mouakad (ID # 22-1835) That the Director of Mobility provide an update on the businesses surveyed regarding Highland Ave improvements and share the data collected. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.H.6. Order By Councilor Gomez Mouakad and Councilor Davis (ID # 22-1836) That the Director of Constituent Services add a 311 Service Request category for reporting parking in bicycle lanes. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.H.7. Order By Councilor Gomez Mouakad and Councilor Wilson (ID # 22-1837) That the Director of Mobility evaluate cut through traffic on Vernon Street and Trull Street and provide recommendations for traffic calming. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 6.H.8. Public Green Cab Company, Inc. requesting an increase the taxicab meter rate to Communication $1.95 for the first 1/8 of a mile, $0.45 for each additional 1/8 of a mile and (ID # 22-2080) waiting time of $28 per hour. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 6.H.9. Order By Councilor Gomez Mouakad and Councilor Wilson (ID # 22-2118) That the Director of Mobility consider installing speed humps on Highland Road, at the intersection with Morrison Avenue. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED Page 19 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 6.H.10.Order By Councilor Pineda Neufeld, Councilor Wilson, Councilor Ewen-Campen (ID # 23-0093) and Councilor Gomez Mouakad That the Director of Mobility share and discuss with this Council, the plan to use the $100,000 in funding secured from the state for a traffic study of the intersection of Route 16 and Broadway. RESULT: WORK COMPLETED 7. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR 7.1. Mayor's Request Requesting approval of the Municipal Election Calendar for 2023. (ID # 23-0187) RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Legislative Matters Committee 7.2. Mayor's Request Requesting approval of the Surveillance Technology Impact Report for (ID # 23-0234) Camera Ticket Enforcement. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Legislative Matters Committee 7.3. Mayor's Request Requesting confirmation of the appointment of Calla Taylor to the Urban (ID # 23-0122) Forestry Committee. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee 7.4. Mayor's Request Requesting the appropriation of $400,000 from the Community Preservation (ID # 23-0180) Act Fund for the construction of Junction Park. Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.4 through 7.17 and refer them to the Committee on Finance. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Finance Committee 7.5. Mayor's Request Requesting the appropriation of $350,000 from the Community Preservation (ID # 23-0179) Act Fund for the construction of Henry Hansen Park. Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.4 through 7.17 and refer them to the Committee on Finance. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Finance Committee Page 20 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 7.6. Mayor's Request Requesting the appropriation of $300,000 from the Community Preservation (ID # 23-0178) Act Fund to the Elizabeth Peabody House for historic building window restoration. Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.4 through 7.17 and refer them to the Committee on Finance. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Finance Committee 7.7. Mayor's Request Requesting the appropriation of $250,000 from the Community Preservation (ID # 23-0177) Act Fund to the Mystic River Watershed Association to design a shared use community path at Blessing of the Bay Park. Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.4 through 7.17 and refer them to the Committee on Finance. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Finance Committee 7.8. Mayor's Request Requesting the appropriation of $100,000 from the Community Preservation (ID # 23-0176) Act Fund for design of a park at 217 Somerville Ave. Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.4 through 7.17 and refer them to the Committee on Finance. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Finance Committee 7.9. Mayor's Request Requesting the appropriation of $15,000 from the Community Preservation (ID # 23-0181) Act Fund to Mudflat Pottery School, Inc. for a Facade Restoration Study. Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.4 through 7.17 and refer them to the Committee on Finance. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Finance Committee 7.10. Mayor's Request Requesting approval to use available funds in the Health and Human (ID # 23-0162) Services Salaries Account in the amount of $21,982 to fund an additional Case Manager position. Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.4 through 7.17 and refer them to the Committee on Finance. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Finance Committee Page 21 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 7.11. Mayor's Request Requesting approval to accept and expend a $100,000 grant with no new (ID # 23-0198) match required, from the MA Department of Conservation and Recreation to the Mobility Division for traffic engineering design and related implementation at the intersection of Alewife Brook Parkway and Broadway. Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.4 through 7.17 and refer them to the Committee on Finance. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Finance Committee 7.12. Mayor's Request Requesting approval to accept and expend a $79,500 grant with no new (ID # 23-0190) match required, from the MA Executive Office of Public Safety to the Police Department for staffing costs. Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.4 through 7.17 and refer them to the Committee on Finance. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Finance Committee 7.13. Mayor's Request Requesting approval to accept and expend a $75,000 grant with no new (ID # 23-0213) match required, from the MA Department of Elementary & Secondary Education to the Health and Human Services SomerPromise Division for LGBTQIA Out-of-School Time Youth Programming. Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.4 through 7.17 and refer them to the Committee on Finance. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Finance Committee 7.14. Mayor's Request Requesting approval to accept and expend a $67,050 grant with no new (ID # 23-0195) match required, from the Mass Cultural Council to the Arts Council for unrestricted operational support. Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.4 through 7.17 and refer them to the Committee on Finance. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Finance Committee 7.15. Mayor's Request Requesting approval to accept and expend a $45,406.77 grant with no new (ID # 23-0186) match required, from the Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) to the Fire Department for maritime related equipment. Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.4 through 7.17 and refer them to the Committee on Finance. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Finance Committee Page 22 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 7.16. Mayor's Request Requesting approval to accept and expend a $17,821.96 grant with no new (ID # 23-0184) match required, from the MA Department of Fire Services to the Fire Department for the purchase of ballistic vests, helmets and medical equipment. Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.4 through 7.17 and refer them to the Committee on Finance. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Finance Committee 7.17. Mayor's Request Requesting approval to accept and expend a $3,348.18 grant with no new (ID # 23-0185) match required, from the Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) to the Fire Department for the purchase of residential lock boxes. Councilor Wilson moved to waive the reading of items 7.4 through 7.17 and refer them to the Committee on Finance. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Finance Committee 8. COMMUNICATIONS OF CITY OFFICERS 8.1. Officer's City Clerk submitting an amendment to Section 10-63 of the Code of Communication Ordinances to clarify the Surveillance Technology Ordinance regarding (ID # 23-0199) parking ticket devices. Councilor Davis explained the amendment. The item was approved, enrolled and ordained. RESULT: ORDINANCE ORDAINED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 8.2. Officer's City Clerk submitting an amendment to Section 13-6.1 of the Code of Communication Ordinances to increase taxicab meter rates. (ID # 23-0113) Councilor Gomez Mouakad recommended approval of this item. Chair Ewen-Campen noted that this will not have any effect on seniors. The item was approved, enrolled and ordained. RESULT: ORDINANCE ORDAINED Page 23 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 8.3. Officer's City Clerk requesting confirmation of the appointment of F. Kelley Communication Landolphi to the position of Assistant Clerk of Committees. (ID # 23-0040) Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to refer the item to the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee 8.4. Officer's City Clerk requesting confirmation of the appointment of Michael Potere to Communication the position of Assistant Clerk of Committees. (ID # 23-0041) Councilor Pineda Neufeld moved to refer the item to the Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee 9. NEW BUSINESS 9.1. License New Extended Operating Hours License, Chow N Joy, 626 Somerville Ave, (ID # 23-0222) opening Sun-Thurs until 1am and Fri-Sat until 2am for take-out and delivery services. Councilor Burnley moved to refer the item to the Committee on Licenses and Permits. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Licenses and Permits Committee 9.2. License New Extended Operating Hours License, Falafel Place, 1 Main St, opening (ID # 23-0221) Mon-Sun until 3am for in-store, take-out, and delivery services. Councilor Burnley moved to refer the item to the Committee on Licenses and Permits. RESULT: REFERRED FOR RECOMMENDATION FOLLOWUP: Licenses and Permits Committee Page 24 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 9.3. Public Event Somerville Community Growing Center applying for a Public Event License (ID # 23-0226) for Maple Boil on February 17 and March 11 from 7:30am to 7:30pm (raindate March 12). Councilor Burnley moved to waive the reading and approve the item. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 9.4. Public Event Bicycle Advisory Committee applying for a Public Event License for Family (ID # 23-0227) Bike CPX Ride on May 14 from 8am to 10:30am (raindate May 21). Councilor Burnley moved to waive the reading and approve the item. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 9.5. Public Chris Dwan submitting comments re: Union Square MBTA stop pedestrian Communication crossing. (ID # 23-0229) RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad Page 25 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 9.6. Public Commission for Women submitting comments re: item #23-0075, an Communication Ordinance establishing Paid Leave for Survivors. (ID # 23-0218) Councilor Burnley thanked the Commission for Women for their collaboration on this item. RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Legislative Matters Committee AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 9.7. Public Bicycle Advisory Committee submitting comments re: ticketing by 311. Communication (ID # 23-0219) Councilor Burnley commented that this is in support of having 311 reports enforced. RESULT: PLACED ON FILE AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Legislative Matters Committee AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 10. SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS 10.1. Order By Councilor McLaughlin (ID # 23-0237) That the Director of Health and Human Services update this Council on efforts to provide warming centers for unhoused individuals during the recent cold spell. RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Public Health and Public Safety Committee Page 26 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 10.2. Order By Councilor McLaughlin (ID # 23-0238) That the Director of Inspectional Services provide Smart Boxes throughout East Somerville to address rodent issues. Councilor McLaughlin noted that there is one site in Ward 1 that has a SMART box and he would like them dispersed throughout the Ward. RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Rodent Issues Special Committee AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 10.3. Order By Councilor McLaughlin (ID # 23-0239) That the Director of Mobility place a large YIELD TO PEDESTRIANS sign at the intersection of Broadway, Lombardi Way and Mt. Vernon Street. RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Traffic and Parking Committee AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 10.4. Order By Councilor McLaughlin, Councilor Wilson and Councilor Scott (ID # 23-0240) That the Director of Mobility prioritize the intersection of Broadway, Lombardi Way and Mt. Vernon Street for traffic calming measures. RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Traffic and Parking Committee Page 27 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 10.5. Resolution By Councilor McLaughlin and Councilor Burnley Jr. (ID # 23-0241) That the Administration update this Council's Committee on Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters regarding efforts to hire more firefighters. RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 10.6. Resolution By Councilor McLaughlin and Councilor Burnley Jr. (ID # 23-0242) That the Administration inform this Council regarding efforts to update the firefighter hiring process, since the reserve list has been eliminated. Councilor McLaughlin explained that he feels that the reserved list was harmful to veterans. He also noted that rumor has it that the city is considering firefighter transfers form other communities. He expressed his displeasure at this since it would circumvent the process of applying through the normal channels, i.e., Civil Service. He is also looking for an explanation of why it’s so hard to hire firefighters in Somerville. Councilor Scott said it’s important to note that Civil Service appointees have the right to transfer to other communities with the approval of the appointing authorities and he believes that it’s important for the Council to be involved in the appointment of firefighters. RESULT: APPROVED AND SENT FOR DISCUSSION FOLLOWUP: Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee Page 28 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 10.7. Resolution By Councilor McLaughlin, Councilor Burnley Jr., Councilor Clingan, (ID # 23-0236) Councilor Davis, Councilor Ewen-Campen, Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Councilor Kelly, Councilor Pineda Neufeld, Councilor Scott, Councilor Strezo and Councilor Wilson Commending staff and first responders on their efforts to help residents during the recent extreme cold spell. Councilor McLaughlin thanked staff for putting up a temporary warming center and for assisting people to get there during last weeks deep freeze. He noted that there were numerous burst pipes at several locations that were taken care of by firefighters. RESULT: APPROVED AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 11. LATE ITEMS 11.1. Order By Councilor Burnley Jr., Councilor Clingan, Councilor Davis, Councilor (ID # 23-0244) Ewen-Campen, Councilor Gomez Mouakad, Councilor Kelly, Councilor McLaughlin, Councilor Pineda Neufeld, Councilor Scott, Councilor Strezo and Councilor Wilson That this City Council recognize February as Black History Month. Councilor Burnley spoke about Black people getting the short end of the stick, even getting a short month in which to be celebrated. He wants to double down on the achievements of blacks in the city and referenced a former resident who was involved in helping others in the Underground Railroad. RESULT: APPROVED Page 29 of 30 City Council Meeting Minutes February 9, 2023 AYE: City Councilor At Large Burnley Jr., City Councilor At Large Kelly, City Councilor At Large Strezo, City Councilor At Large Wilson, Ward One City Councilor McLaughlin, Ward Two City Councilor Scott, Ward Three City Councilor Ewen-Campen, Ward Four City Councilor Clingan, Ward Six City Councilor Davis, Ward Seven City Councilor Pineda Neufeld, and Ward Five City Councilor Gomez Mouakad 12. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was Adjourned at 9:00 PM. Page 30 of 30