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City ofrJ:aunton 9'.unicipa{Council9'.eeting 9'.inutes City :Ka{[, 15 Summer Street, rJ:aunton, ~ In tne Cnester ~ 9'.artin 9'.unicipaCCouncil Cfiam6ers - 9'.inutes, fl:ugust 29, 2023 at 7.·41 O'cfoc~/P.9'.. <PfediJe ofJl/Iegiance ~guCar !Meeting !Mayor Sliaunna £. 0 'Conne{(presiding <Prayer was offereti 6y t/ie !Mayor !Mayor 0 Conne{( offeretia moment ofsilencefor tne passi.ng of(J)onalif Cfeary. It is 1 witn great satfness tnat we mourn nis passi.ng, 6ut witn great fontfness we remem6er nim antia{( of t/ie wontferfuC tnings lie au!for tnis community. <Present at ro{( ca{(were: Councilors (J)ooner, (J)uarte, (]Jorges, !:M.cCau~ <Pottier, Coute, Sanders, Quinta(anti<Poste{{ Record of preceding meeting was read by title and approved. So Voted. Motion was made to go out of the regular order of business to Communications from the Mayor. So Voted. Communications from the Mayor: Mayor O'Connell invited the Corr family to join her at the podium. She stated that on September 3, 2023, they will be celebrating the 2nd Annual Peter Corr Day, which the family created last year to honor all of the wonderful contributions of Peter Corr. Mayor O'Connell presented a proclamation to the Corr family, proclaiming September 3, 2023 as Peter Corr Day in the City of Taunton. Peter Corr's daughter spoke about the importance of the City of Taunton to Peter Corr and the activities that will take place on the 2nd Annual Peter Corr Day. She expressed gratitude to their many sponsors and to Sherry Costa Hanlon for helping the family to organize this event in memory of her father. Mayor O'Connell motioned to recess at 7:48pm. So Voted. Motion was made to revert to the regular order of business at 7:50pm. So Voted. Council President Dooner presiding. Opportunity for input by the general public. Janet Cooke, 22 Crane Avenue North, spoke about the parking issues in North Taunton. She stated that the "No Parking" sign in front of the 7-Eleven has been down since at  2 least July 4th and she has reported this to the Department of Public Works, however, they have yet to replace it. She spoke about her concern as to why new ordinances are created when the existing ordinances are not properly enforced. Hearing: On the petition submitted by Mary Barchard, 120 Christine Lane, Taunton, MA 02780 for the issuance of a personal Kennel License per City Ordinance Section 3-24 to allow a Grade 1 (4-6 Dogs) Kennel License for personal use/dogs, NOT BUSINESS USE, at 120 Christine Lane, Taunton. The City Clerk stated that she has a communication from Mary Barchard stating that she could not be here this evening and requested this hearing be continued. Motion was made to continue the hearing to September 12, 2023. So Voted. Communications from the Mayor: Council President Dooner stated that Mayor O'Connell wanted to thank everyone for coming out to the Summer Celebration. She expressed gratitude to the volunteers, community partners, donors, A.J. Marshall and the Summer Celebration Committee for all their work on this event. Council President Dooner stated that August 31, 2023 is the Overdose Awareness Day Ceremony located at the Liberty and Union Park from 4-7pm. Council President Dooner stated that on September 9, 2023 from 1lam-3pm there will be an Honor Our Military Event that was postponed from earlier this year. There will be many activities for children and adults. Council President Dooner stated that City Hall will be closed on Monday, September 4, 2023 in observance of Labor Day. Appointments: Reappointment of Mary Ann Riva, to serve as the Mayor's designee to the Citizens for Citizens Board for a term of one (1) year expiring in August 2024. Motion was made to approve. So Voted. On discussion, Councilor Borges requested that in the future we receive a resume or more information for the applicants being appointed. Councilor Borges stated that anyone who is interested in serving on a commission or board can submit the application online. Councilor Duarte stated that he spoke with the Mayor regarding these appointments and they were all recommended by Charlene Bonenfant, Director of Human Services. Appointment of Roy Lederman, 96 Old Colony Ave., #219, Taunton to serve on the Department of Human Services/Council on Aging Board of Directors for a term of one (1) year expiring in August 2024. Motion was made to approve. So Voted. Appointment of Eleanor Brennan, 158 Oak Street, Taunton to serve on the Department of Human Services/Council on Aging Board of Directors to fulfill the unexpired term of Anastasia Kardamis for a term expiring in November 2023. Motion was made to approve. So Voted.  3 Appointment of Mary Lou Gurney, 193 Tremont Street, Taunton to serve on the Department of Human Services/Council on Aging Board of Directors for a term of four (4) years expiring in August 2027. Motion was made to approve. So Voted. Appointment of Andrew Dawley, 10 Craven Court, Taunton to serve on the Department of Human Services/Council on Aging Board of Directors for a term of four (4) years expiring in August 2027. Motion was made to approve. So Voted. Communications from Citv Officers: Com. from the Chief Financial Officer stating that the Finance Department would like to add a declaration of surplus for 21 Weir Street to the Tax Title and Land Court Presentation in the Committee of the Council as a Whole currently scheduled for September 5, 2023. This property holds interest with abutters and fits within the Marketable Property Program. Motion was made to move approval. So Voted. Com. from the Fire Chief requesting permission to pay several pending prior fiscal invoices due that were returned to their office requesting City Council approval for payments submitted on July 21, 2023. Motion was made to refer to the Committee on Finance and Salaries. So Voted. Com. from the Chairman, Conservation Commission stating that there have been a number of complaints and incidents at and around Bunk Pond and the vicinity of Prospect Hill Street. The Conversation Commission is taking steps to hinder access to the pond from Prospect Hill Street by erecting a chain link fence. In addition, they are requesting that the Municipal Council create, within the Ordinance, a parking fine of one-hundred dollars ($100) specifically within the vicinity of Bunk Pond. The Police Department has already erected "No Parking" signs and the fence will have a sign stating "No Trespassing Dusk to Dawn". Motion was made to refer to the Committee on Ordinances and Enrolled Bills. So Voted. Com. from the City Solicitor regarding the correspondence from Deep Pond Farms. He stated that this matter was previously referred to Human Resources and the Law Department and has been dealt with appropriately. Personnel matters are not commented on publicly. Motion was made to receive and place on file. So Voted. Communications from Citizens: Com. from Daniel Mansour Barbour, Chairman of the Election Department stating that although his term does not expire until April of 2024, he wishes to offer his resignation effective as of this date. Motion was made to receive and place on file with the Council's thanks, have the Mayor submit the appropriate scroll and refer the vacancy to the Mayor's Office to fulfill. So Voted. On discussion, Councilor McCaul expressed his gratitude to Mr. Barbour for his services with this Board. Com. from Georges Ghazal, Owner of Deep Pond Farm and Stables, 123 Dolan Circle, East Taunton expressing disappointment. Motion was made to refer to the City Solicitor's letter in the agenda packet. On discussion, Councilor McCaul stated that he would like to have the letter read fully. Councilor Coute stated that the letter from the City Solicitor states that it is not appropriate to discuss this matter in open session. Councilor Borges stated that this would be more appropriate to discuss in an executive session, not an open  4 session. Councilor Postell stated that this letter was read last week by a citizen. Motion was made to refer this communication to executive session. So Voted. Petitions: NONE. Committee Reports: Motion was made for Committee Reports to be read by title and approved. So Voted. Recommendations adopted to reflect the votes as recorded in Committee Reports. So Voted. Unfinished Business: NONE. Orders, Ordinances and Resolutions: Ordinance for a third reading to be ordained on a roll call vote AN ORDINANCE CHAPTER405 ARTICLE V. SIGNS, SIGNALS AND MARKINGS Section 405-94. Designation of stop intersections Be it ordained by the Municipal Council of the City of Taunton as follows: That Section 405-94 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Taunton be amended as follows: Insert the following two lines in the appropriate alphabetical order under the respective column headings as indicated: Stop Sign on Direction of Travel At Intersection of Burt Street Northerly Winthrop Street Burt Street Southerly Winthrop Street All ordinances or parts thereof inconsistent herewith are hereby repealed. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon passage. On a roll call vote, nine (9) Councilors were present, nine (9) Councilors voting in favor. So Voted. New Business: Councilor Pottier motioned to refer the No Parking sign mentioned by Ms. Cooke in front of 7-Eleven to the Department of Public Works and the Safety Officer for replacement. So Voted.  5 Councilor Sanders stated that the Overdose Awareness Day Event is scheduled for Wednesday, August 30, 2023. Council President Dooner stated that she will clarify this with Mayor 0' Connell. Councilor Borges stated that this evening in the Committee of the Council as a Whole they heard from Attorney Rubin regarding his client Philip Nessralla, 1063 North Main Street, Brockton, regarding a Special Permit. She requested that the City Clerk update the Council as to whether or not there has been a community meeting. Councilor Borges motioned to refer to the Committee on Economic Development and Technology for a discussion on the Affordable Trust Fund. So Voted. Councilor Borges motioned to invite the Airport Commission to meet with the Committee on the Needs of the Airport. So Voted. Councilor Borges motioned to refer the discussion that was had in this evenings Committee on Finance and Salaries with the Chief Financial Officer regarding the five year outlook for different departments and the increase of trash fees to the Committee on Solid Waste. So Voted. Councilor Borges motioned to refer to the Committee on Solid Waste for a discussion of the most recent Republic Contract. So Voted. Councilor Borges motioned to refer to the Mayor's Office and the Law Department for a clarification as to whether or not there is an ordinance for any policy within the City for anybody that currently holds a position on a Board that they were appointed to regarding attendance. Councilor Coute motioned to refer to the Committee of the Council as a Whole for a discussion regarding the rules for placing new business items on the agenda. So Voted. Councilor McCaul motioned to refer to the Committee on the Department of Public Works for a discussion on the Weir Bridge regarding concerns that the railings are peeling. So Voted. Council President Dooner confirmed that the Overdose Ceremony is Wednesday, August 30, 2023 from 4-7pm at Liberty and Union Park. Meeting adjourned at 8:09 P.M. A true copy: Attest: JLL/MAF  6 RECEIVED City of Taunton CITY cLEm\'S OFFICE Municipal Council August 29, 2023 1023 SEP -5 P 2: 00 TAUHTO~. Hi\ The Committee on Finance and Salaries ClTY CLERK The meeting was held at Taunton City Hall, 15 Summer Street, Tauntm~:MAo2780 in the Chester R. Martin Municipal Council Chambers. Members Present: Councilor Phillip Duarte, Chairman Councilor David Pottier Councilor John McCaul Also Present: Patrick Delle Russo, CFO Ian Fortes, City Auditor Christine Clymens, Treasurer/Collector The meeting was called to order at 5:34 PM. I. Meet to review the weekly vouchers and payroll for City departments. Motion by Mr. Pottier and seconded by Mr. McCaul to approve the payroll warrant in the amounto/$1,373,853.65. So voted. Motion by Mr. Pottier and seconded by Mr. McCaul to approve the accountspayable warrant in the amount of$4,381,537.09. So voted. 2. Meet to discuss the request to establish a gift account for the Taunton TRIAD program. Motion by Mr. McCaul and seconded by Mr. Pottier to invite the parties in. So voted. Councilor Duarte read a letter from Mr. Delle Russo requesting the account. Motion by Mr. Pottier and seconded by Mr. McCaul to make that part of the record . So voted. Mr. Delle Russo explained that the Sheriff's office had discontinued some non-prison related programs including the TRIAD program which was administered by the Sheriff's office. He had met with representatives from the program and determined this was the best path forward. Mr. Duarte indicated that he had heard that there was some confusion about the custody of these funds and some possibility that the Heart of Taunton was going to take. over the funds.  7 Mr. Dello Russo stated that in the interest of all parties the City had stepped in and worked collaboratively to make sure that the funds stayed in the custody of a public entity. There was an attempt to move the money into a non-profit but they worked to be sure that the funds came back to the custody of the City. Mr. Duarte asked if TRIAD is solely made up of City agencies and Mr. Dello Russo explained that it involves Police, Fire, and Human Services as well as individuals who work to support the programs. There is a $10 membership fee to join. This will be set up similarly to the school activity accounts. He also indicated that the supplemental budget will include some funding. Councilor Borges indicated that she understands that many communities have this program within their Council on Aging. Mr. Della Russo confirmed that this will be housed in the Council on Again. Ms. Borges wondered if this was ever administered by the DA's office. Mr. Della Russo didn't know for sure but stressed that everyone wanted to keep the program going. The instruction from the sheriff's office stated that the funds should go to the municipalities. Ms. Borges asked what will happen to the TRIAD board and Mr. Della Russo stated that the board will remain intact. He met with some of the board and this was a mutually agreeable outcome. Mr. McCaul relayed that he was a co-founder of Taunton TRIAD and wishes he knew they were having these meetings. He stated that the money that they receive is from fundraisers. The board members want to be sure that they can write a check. Mr. Dello Russo stated that the functionality of the organization is not going to be impacted. Mr. McCaul stated that the Heart of Taunton looked to step in. Mr. Dello Russo indicated that the articles of incorporation for the Heart of Taunton only allow for work downtown and stated that the Law Department looked at these articles of incorporation. He stressed that the current board is allowed to run the organization and the City acts as a fiscal agent. Mr. Dello Russo further informed the Committee that in the FY24 supplemental budget, there will be a $7500 appropriation and $10,000 annually going forward. The City will be in charge of these funds. Motion by Mr. Pottier and seconded by Mr. McCaul to: CITY OF TAUNTON, lv.fASSACHUSETTS IN CITY COUNCIL ORDERED: That the City of Taunton shall establish a Taunton Triad agency I gift account in accordance with M G.L. c. 44 §53A which shall be a separate interest-bearing account established by the Treasurer. The Mayor's office in conjunction with the Taunton Triad Administrators are hereby authorized to accept monetary donations for purposes ofthe account and such donations shall be deposited into said account. The account will be assigned its own general Committee on Finance and Salaries August 29, 2023 Page2of4  8 ledger number from the City Auditor. These funds will not be general fund receipts and the specific use ofsaid funds will be as followed: • Prevention offraud, cons and scams • Fire Safety • SelfDefense • Prescription Drug Safety • Silver Alert • Senior Neighborhood Watch • Senior mental Health • Driving Techniques • Caregiver Support and Education I Dementia Friendly Initiatives So voted. 3. Meet with the Finance Department for the annual Five Year Financial Forecast. Mr. Dello Russo gave a presentation on the five year financial forecast. He noted that the comparison ofFY24 estimate vs. actual budget was within close to a 1% margin of error. For revenues, there has been an increase to penalties and interest as well as an increase to miscellaneous revenue. This includes marijuana income, a payment from the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe, and opioid settlement money. He discussed the charges for services for trash and noted that the City spends approximately $8 Million on trash pickup but takes in only $1.9 Million to offset these costs. Mr. Della Russo stated that September 23 will be a free trash disposal day. Mr. Dello Russo indicated that forecasting helps the team to prepare for different eventualities such as the B-P School construction project, solid waste and recycling disposal, health insurance obligations, and OPEB. In discussing revenues, Mr. Della Russo noted that taxes and state aid can be understood where they will be within a margin of error unlike local receipts that can make or break a budget. A new revenue stream will be the solar lease agreement which will be discussed on September 5. He noted that new growth is another key driver. The revenue forecast shows approximately a 4% average annual increase based on past trends less enterprise funds. Capital items have been stripped out on the expense side. The biggest drivers in expenses are education and employee benefits. Debt and interest decrease as the City begins to "pay as we go" and that should be drawn out over the next five years. He noted that the SAFER grant ends in 2025 and will impact Fire. The BP project will be hitting in 2025 as well. The school budget is approximately $112 Million. For trash there is assumed an average 8 point increase annually. More buildings likely means an increase in manpower in the Public Building Department. He noted that they are considering a formal RFP for health insurance related costs. General Government shows a 2.5% increase average year over year. Technology is the biggest driver in General Government. The Treasurer/Collector's office is more active with expenses related to collecting money. For Committee on Finance and Salaries August 29, 2023 Page 3 oj4  9 Public Safety, the SAFER grant expires so they are looking to extend that. Mr. Dello Russo also suggested that the retirement payments might be moved to a compensated balances fund. For education, he noted that this is inclusive of the regional school increase from Bristol- Plymouth. For DPW, trash costs are increasing significantly and there will be the need to add bodies for the repair of public buildings. Mr. Della Russo discussed the enterprise funds and indicated that a study will be done on indirect costs which will impact the FY25 budget. Two additional solar projects are coming, one for each enterprise fund. The airport budget remains level. Mr. Pottier suggested that any forecast is only as good as the economic conditions. He noted that his overarching concern is that inflation historically runs at about 3 % annually while the City is pretty much held to 2 1/2 % based on Proposition 2 Yz. He asked about the estimate on the cherry sheet number and Mr. Della Russo confirmed that is mostly education. Mr. Pottier suggested that for the employee benefits health care and pensions be broken out. He stressed that if inflation stays at 3 %, purchasing power is down. Mr. Duarte stated that he is happy to see the compensated absences fund and excited to hear about the solar. He noted the decrease in debt and interest. Mr. Dello Russo indicated that this has been due to the change in how things are done as well as the bond rating increase. Mr. Sanders indicated his hesitancy around changing indirect costs for schools as a way to make the numbers work better. Mr. Della Russo clarified that the indirect cost study would be for water and sewer enterprise funds only. Ms. Borges asked if the TMLP Commission had been involved in discussions on the TMLP solar lease project and Mr. Dello Russo indicated that they had discussions with members of the commission. He indicated that the next two projects will likely be different as they are looking to purchase the systems outright. Ms. Borges noted the $10 Million increase in trash over the next 5 years. She asked where the revenue from the Airport is coming from. Mr. Della Russo said that he is not comfortable increasing the airport budget until airport revenue can sustain that increase. Ms. Borges asked about the free disposal day, where that came from and what the cost is to the City. Mr. Della Russo indicated that within the agreement with Republic they offer a free truck and this was a way to do something within the budget that will be a public benefit. Motion by Mr. Pottier and seconded by Mr. McCaul to dismiss the parties with thanks and adjourn at 6:36 PM So voted. CITY OF TAUNTON Respectfully submitted, AUfi . 2 9 2023 ./j t"' /1' 1 ;1 jf/lbC~~-?,«--·'·--· c ' C.{(()__g,CJ!.__ ,!11 . IN MUNICIPAL COUNCIL CJ() Maggie E. Clarke Clerk of Council Committees ORTS ACCEPTED. RECOMMENDATIONS ADOPTED. Committee on Finance and Salaries tr August 29, 2023 Page 4of4  10 City of Taunton RECEIVED CITY CLEHK'S OFFICE Municipal Council August 29, 2023 2023 SEP - 5 P 2: 0 I The Committee on the Department of Public Works TAUHTOH. HA The meeting was held at Taunton City Hall, 15 Summer Street, Taurrton;MA.-oz-f80inCih&RK Chester R. Martin Municipal Council Chambers. Members Present: Councilor John McCaul, Chairman Councilor Lawrence Quintal Councilor Christopher Coute Councilor Jeffrey Postell Councilor Phillip Duarte The meeting was called to order at 6:37 PM. 1. Sewer Extension In accordance with Chapter 375-1 of the City of Taunton Ordinance and on the petition of Senna Fitzgerald Gilbert Associates, 28 Main Street, Lakeville, MA on behalf of Eduardo Almeida, owner of property on Marvel Street known as 0 Marvel Street, Assessors Map 91 Lots 170 & 192, Taunton, MA, 02780, a hearing will be held before the Taunton Municipal Council Committee on the Department of Public Works in the Municipal Council Chambers, City Hall, 15 Summer Street, Taunton, MA 02780 on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. for a proposed sewer extension on Marvel Street. The project will consist of the installation of approximately 121' of a 2" force main sewer pipe running from an existing sewer manhole in Marvel Street to a proposed sewer manhole to be installed in Marvel Street. The force main must meet City of Taunton Sewer Department specifications. The proposed sewer manhole in Marvel Street will include a 2" stub running 5' northeasterly from the proposed sewer manhole, for future connection. The job will also include coring into the existing sewer manhole in Marvel Street, at the elevation indicated. The job must meet all standards of the City of Taunton Department of Public Works including, but not limited to, trench work and permits, road openings, and sewer installation. The Contractor will be responsible to contact Dig-Safe and all appropriate utility companies prior to the start of the project. There will be no betterment assessments since no City funding is involved. Plans and specifications for the project can be viewed in the Office of the Department of Public works, 90 Ingell Street, Taunton, MA.  11 *** Please note: A letter was received from the applicant requesting a continuance until September 5, 2023. *** The Clerk of Committees read the letter from the applicant requesting a continuance until September 5, 2023. Motion by Mr. Postell and seconded by Mr. Coute to continue until September 5, 2023. So voted. Motion by Mr. Duarte and seconded by Mr. Postell to adjourn at 6:40 PM So voted. Respectfully submitted, CITY OF TAUNTON AUG. 2 9 2023 Maggie E. Clarke IN MUNICIPAL COUNCIL Clerk of Council Committees ORTS ACCEPTED. RECOMMENDATIONS ADOPTED. ~ERK~ Co111111/1tee on the DPW August 29, 2023 Page 2 of2  12 l:;ECEIVEO City of Taunton CITY CLERK'S OFFICE Municipal Council August 29, 2023 2023 SEP - 5 p 2: oI The Committee on Economic Development and Technology TAUNTON. MA -·------CITY CLFRK The meeting was held at Taunton City Hall, 15 Summer Street, Taunton, MA 02780 in the Chester R. Martin Municipal Council Chambers. Members Present: Councilor Estele Borges, Chairman Councilor Christopher Coute Councilor Kelly Dooner Also present: Sandy Thomas, Taunton Cultural Council Jay Pateakos, Director of Economic and Community Development Patrick Della Russo, CFO The meeting was called to order at 6:41 PM. 1. Meet to discuss the economic and cultural benefit of a Weir Water District. Ms. Borges indicated that Ms. Thomas had presented last week but no votes were taken: Motion by Mr. Coute and sec~onded by Ms. Dooner to invite in Sandy Thomas. So voted. Motion by Mr. Coute and seconded by Ms. Dooner to invite in the Director of OECD and the CFO. So voted. Ms. Thomas read a letter from Thomas C. Hoye which requested that her concept be considered. Motion by Mr. Coute and seconded by Ms. Dooner to make this part of the record So voted. Ms. Thomas read a letter from Carol Doherty. Motion by Mr. Coute and seconded by Ms. Dooner to make this part of the record So voted. Ms. Thomas gave a presentation which highlighted the potential opportunities along the riverfront including various cultural and recreation activities, dining, and other businesses. She proposed a Weir Waterfront District. Ms. Thomas suggested that the City look at it as a waterfront district instead of as one building. She further discussed her proposal to light up the Taunton River. She and AJ Marshall have discussed this with the Mayor, the Chief of Staff, Chief of Police, and former Fire Chief Bradshaw. Both chiefs assigned liaisons. Mr. Della Russo stated that Mayor O'Connell had decided to use ARPA funds to cover the first year of this  13 program. They are looking to set up an agency account going forward as there is a public benefit. Ms. Thomas talked about the potential economic benefits ofthis event. Ms. Borges asked about the benefits of a water district and Ms. Thomas clarified that she hasn't spoken to the City about a district. Mr. Pateakos suggested that he doesn't want to limit activity in that area. Ms. Thomas gave some suggestions for next steps. She suggested that the Bacon Felt property be referred back to the Public Properties Committee for reconsideration. She suggested a referral to the Ordinance Committee for discussion on establishing a waterfront district, a referral to the TRA for technical assistance, and a referral to the Pathways Committee. Mr. Coute suggested that this be sent to the OECD office for a review. Motion by Mr. Coute and seconded by Ms. Dooner to refer this to the Office ofEconomic Development and the Mayor's Office for a full review and return to this Committee in 60 days with their opinions. There was discussion on the Bacon Felt RFP. Mr. Dello Russo suggested a more open RFP is appropriate. He also noted the hazardous material study that is underway. Mr. Coute indicated that while Ms. Thomas' idea is a great one, there may be other great ideas out there so continuing with the Bacon Felt RFP makes sense. So voted. Ms. Thomas discussed EFORALL which is a 12 week mentoring program for entrepreneurs. Mr. Pateakos has been involved with the program in the past. Mr. Duarte confirmed that the Bacon Felt RFP would not be coming back to the City Council. Mr. Dello Russo stated that the Council voted to create a committee and that committee includes Mr. Coute, OECD, Assessors, Treasurers, and the Mayor's Office. Motion by Mr. Coute and seconded by Ms. Dooner to excuse the parties and adjourn at 7:28PM So voted. CITYQF TAUNTON Respectfully Sl:lbmitted, AUG. 2 9 Z023 1 /)J. ;/lti r,~{_/"'-·- cc(I/ . ! ;J(_,,\__ C '-A_ IN MUNICIPAL COUNCIL t· lb l_, ' \ ( ) _./ - () __, . Maggie E. Clarke Clerk of Council Committees Committee on Economic De:velopment and Technology August 29, 2023 Page2of2  14 RECEIVED City of Taunton CITY CLERK'S OFFICE Municipal Council August 29, 2023 2023 SEP - 5 P 2: 0 I The Committee of the Council as a Whole TA.UHTON, MA The meeting was held at Taunton City Hall, 15 Summer Street, Taunton: MX-o21~~61n1h~RK Chester R. Martin Municipal Council Chambers. Councilors Present: Council President Kelly Dooner Councilor Phillip Duarte Councilor Estele Borges Councilor John McCaul Councilor David Pottier Councilor Christopher Coute Councilor Barry Sanders Councilor Lawrence Quintal Councilor Jeffrey Postell Also Present: Attorney Scott Rubin, 284R Winthrop Street The meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM. 1. Meet for a pre-review upon the petition of Scott Rubin, Esq., Law Office of Scott B. Rubin, P.C., 71 Legion Parkway, 3rd Floor, Brockton, MA on behalf of his client Philip C. Nessralla, Jr., 1063 North Main Street, Brockton, MA to allow Special Permit for a 2,100 sq. ft. retail marijuana dispensary at 284R Winthrop Street, Taunton located in the Highway Business District. Motion by Mr. Pottier and seconded by Mr. Coute to invite the interested parties in. So voted. Mr. Pottier suggested that he would like to see renderings and hear about hours of operation, types of offerings, security, traffic impacts, and resumes of interested parties. Mr. Coute asked about the timeline and financial investment. Ms. Borges asked if this is a purchase or a lease as well as requested information on security. Mr. Duarte asked about the status of the HCA and the status of licensure with the Cannabis Control Commission. Motion by Mr. Coute and seconded Ms. Borges to excuse the party and adjourn the meeting at 7:34 PM So voted.  15 CITY OF TAUNTON Respectf-ully submitted, . . . . -; · e;,? c~.l~ ~ 1~ AUG.:'2 9·2023 t / 1 Yla. 4~~- . ., < /I/JG~··· I\_..~----· ..-j 11 ? ()~.) Maggie E. Clarke IN MUNICIPAL COUNCIL Clerk of Council Committees ORTS ACCEPTED. RECOMMENDATIONS ADOPTED. Committee of the Co1111a/l as a Whole August 29, 2023 Page 2of2