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MUNICIPAL COUNCIL AGENDA CHESTER R. MARTIN MUNICIPAL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 15 SUMMER STREET, TAUNTON, MA 02780 APRIL 1, 2025 - 7:00 PM PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE LED BY SCOUTS OF AMERICA INVOCATION ROLL CALL READING OF THE RECORDS FROM MARCH 25, 2025 City Clerk's Office PUBLIC INPUT Notice of Posting • Comments will be received for the record • Please state your name and address 1ime:_j/J ·' Lfi 1iJ1I • Please limit comments to 3 minutes or less Oate:J ·dfr ·doti5 • Supplemental written comments may also be provided gl'lf' • Comments should be addressed to the body as a whole and pertain to the business of the City HEARING: NONE COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR • Earth Day 2025 City-Wide Cleanup Presentation • Com. from Mayor O'Connell- Updating on City-Wide Clean-up Efforts • Public Safety Facility Update • Community Update APPOINTMENTS - NONE COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY OFFICERS - NONE COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITIZENS Pg. 1-3 Com. from David S. Seibert, AIA, President, BKA Architects, 2 Batterymarch Park, Suite 301, Quincy, MA 02169 - Requesting a Waiver of the Moratorium PETITIONS Antique Dealer License - Renewals 1. Commercial Property Solutions, Inc. -dba- City Pawn located at 251 Broadway, Taunton 2. Memorable Memorabilia located at 45 Baylies Road, Taunton Old Gold License - Renewal 1. Commercial Property Solutions, Inc. -dba- City Pawn located at 251 Broadway, Taunton Pawn Broker License - Renewal 1. Commercial Property Solutions, Inc. -dba- City Pawn located at 251 Broadway, Taunton Second Hand Article License - Renewals 1. Commercial Property Solutions, Inc. -dba- City Pawn located at 251 Broadway, Taunton 2. Society of Saint Vincent DePaul Taunton District Inc. -dba- Pennies from Heaven located at 141 Washington Street, Taunton (Requesting a Waiver of the License Fee) Temporary Fixed Vendor License - Renewal 1. The Poutine Peddlers, LLC located at 239 Broadway, Taunton COMMITTEE REPORTS UNFINISHED BUSINESS - NONE ORDERS, ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS - NONE NEW BUSINESS - NONE Respectfully submitted, <lutt~ ;( 0 Ut& ( / ·J;/nifer L. Lefer. City Clerk  6m Fmm /!)¥r City of Taunton Ligia M. Madeira, Esq. CHIEF OF STAFF OFFICE OF THE MAYOR . City Hall Patrick D. Dello Russo, Jr. 15 Summer Street· Taunton MA 02780 CHIEF FINANCIAL (508) 821-1000 OFFICER Gill E. Enos MAYOR SHAUNNA O'CONNELL BUDGET DIRECTOR March 27, 2025 Council President Scott Martin Members of the Taunton Municipal Council 15 Summer Street Taunton, MA 02780 Dear Council President Martin and Members of the Municipal Council, As we begin to make plans to celebrate Earth Day in April, I would like to share some update1) on the work our team is doing to help keep Taunton clean: First, I wanted to share our collective efforts in cleaning up the area near 104-106 Oak Street. Last month, our DPW crew, along with inmates from Boston Pre-Release Program cleaned out a widespread abandoned homeless encampment that contained copious amounts of trash and broken furniture. More recently, this past week, we worked with the owners of 106 Oak Street to remove dumped materials and we have taken preventative measures to ensure the site remains clean. As you may recall, over the past several months, we have secured grants for the abatement, demolition and sale of the Bacon Felt property. We are also working with the Diocese to clean up the area near St. Mary's Church. Our Trash Compliance Division and Board of Health inspectors regularly survey different areas throughout the City to ensure trash is being picked up and applicable regulations are being followed. At the request of Council President Martin, our DPW team and the Boston Pre-Release Program have secured crews to begin a deep clean of the Myles Standish Industrial Park beginning April 3rd and 4th. These efforts, along with our neighborhood revitalization initiatives and our wonderful volunteers are making significant strides towards keeping Taunton clean and green! Sincerely, Mayor Shaunna O'Connell  City of Taunton Ligia M. Madeira, Esq. CHIEF OF STAFF OFFICE OF THE MAYOR City Hall Patrick D. Dello Russo, Jr. 15 Summer Street· Taunton MA 02780 CHIEF FfNANCIAL OFFICER (508) 821-1000 Gill E. Enos MAYOR SHAUNNA O'CONNELL BUDGET DIRECTOR Community Updates - April 1, 2025 New Hope: What Were You Wearing Special Exhibit • Thursday April 3, Opening Reception at Trescott Street Gallery (8 Trescott St.) • Join in support of survivors of sexual violence and a future free from victim blaming and silence. • Gallery admission is free and hours are as follow: Wed 12pm-5pm, Thurs 10am-7pm, Fri 10am-5pm, and Sat 10am-3pm. RSVP at education@new-hope.org Taunton Performing Arts Center: Disney's Moana JR. • Friday, April 4-5, 7pm, Sunday, April 6, 2pm, TPAC (21 Main St.) • Disney's Moana JR. is a 60-minute musical adaptation of the 2016 Disney animated film, bringing the adventures of Moana and her village of Motunui to life onstage. • $17 per ticket. For more information, visit www.thetpac.org Helicopter Egg Drop Festival • Saturday, April 5, 12pm-3pm, Taunton High School (50 Williams St.) • Christ Community Church is hosting a free helicopter egg drop event with drinks, cotton candy, and popcorn along with family activities for kids up to age 9. • For more information, email christcommunity@cccfamily.com Pancake Breakfast with Mayor O'Connell and the Easter Bunny • Saturday, April 12, 9am-1 lam, Taunton High School (50 Williams St.) • Join Mayor O'Connell and Taunton Parks & Recreation for a pancake breakfast with the Easter Bunny. • $8 per person (kids 1 & under are free). Purchase tickets at https://tauntonma.myrec.com/info/activities/. Tickets will not be sold at the door. Call 508-821-1415 for more information. Friends of Boyden Wildlife: Coexisting with Massachusetts Wildlife • Saturday April 12, llam-12pm, Boyden Wildlife (1298 Cohannet St.) • Join Meghan Crawford to explore the biology and behavior of common mammals living among us in southeastern Massachusetts. Learn their remarkable habits and the best way to coexist. Animal furs and bones will be displayed in this interactive program. • Rain date: April 13th at llam Taunton Lodge of Elks 150: Monthly Lunch for Veterans • Wednesday, April 16, 12pm, Taunton Lodge of Elks (775 John Quincy Adams Rd.) • Veterans and currently enlisted military members are invited tojoin the Elks for a free lunch every third Wednesday of the month. • For more information, call 508-824-1500 Save the Date! April 22: SEED/BCSB Small Business Workshop: Understanding Business Fundamentals April 26: City of Taunton Rabies Clinic April 27: Lauren Lavigne's 2025 Cuts for Kids! May 2: Taunton Performing Arts Center: Freaky Friday One Act May 17: Downtown Art Jam May 17: Friends of Boyden Snooping for Snakes Announcements: Smoke Alarm Event Smoke alarms can save your life and keep your family safe! Mayor Shaunna O'Connell invites you to join the Red Cross, Taunton Emergency Management Agency, and Taunton Fire Department to test your existing smoke alarms and install new ones if needed. The event will take place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 9 AM to 2 PM. To sign up for this free event and register your address use the registration link available online at www.taunton- ma.gov or call 1-800-564-1234.  I BKA ARCHITECTS MARCH 25, 2025 City of Taunton Clerk's Office 15 Summer Street Taunton, MA 02780 RE: BOYS & GIRLS CLUB GAS SERVICE Boys & Girls Club Commercial Kitchen 20 Kings Ct, Taunton, MA 02780 BKA PROJECT NO.: 224062 To Whom it May Concern, We are writing to request a waiver to the moratorium on Court Street to allow us to provide a new gas service for a Commercial Kitchen at 20 Kings Ct. The Boys and Girls Club is installing this kitchen to support their mission "to nurture strong minds, healthy bodies and community spirit". This kitchen will provide healthy meals for kids in the Metro South Club organization. Please see the attached load letter provided by our Plumbing Engineer. Sincerely, ~b President QUINCY/ 2 Batterymarch Park/ Suite 301 /Quincy, MA 02169 I 508.583.5603 TAMPA I 1111 N. Westshore Blvd. I Suite 450 I Tampa, FL 33607 I 813.535.9400  BLW ENGINEERS, INC. MEMORANDUM DATE: 2025-3-11 TO: Eversource FROM: Ryan Barker- BLW Engineers PROJECT: 19 Court St. Taunton, MA 02780 SUBJECT: Gas Load COPIES TO: Erin Blackbird - BKA Architects This letter shall represent the request for review of tenant meter & service at the above- mentioned address. Please use this letter to confirm that the gas load is available and any service or meter work that may need to take place. Project Scope: Tenant Renovation. Tenant will be adding new gas system and gas fired equipment within the building. A new gas pipe will be provided from the meter to the tenant's gas fired equipment as needed. Please see below for the breakdown of new equipment to be added: 1 K1tchen E . :qu1pmen t Quantity Eauioment Gas Demand Gas Pressure 1 Gas Range 137 CFH Min. 4"WC 1 Gas Kettle 100 CFH Min. 4"WC 1 Tilting Skillet 125 CFH Min. 6"WC 1 Range 243 CFH Min. ?"WC 1 Charbroiler 120 CFH Min. ?"WC 1 Fryer 120 CFH Min.4"WC 2 Combi Oven 196 CFH (total) Min. 4"WC :qUJpment 2 R00 fE . Quantity Equipment Gas Demand Gas Pressure 1 RTU 220 CFH Min.4"WC 1 MAU 441 CFH Min. ?"WC We're requesting (1 )gas meter on the exterior of the building. Given this breakdown of the uses, the buildings' gas load is 1,702 CFH. BLW ENGINEERS, INC. 311 GREAT ROAD, LITTLETON, MA 01460 P.O. BOX 1551 LITTLETON, MA 01460 P. 978.486.4301 F.978.428.0067  BLW ENGINEERS, INC. Please advise on the pressure the system in the area is capable of delivering to the building. Don't hesitate to contact us with any questions. Thank You, Ryan Barker Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineer BLW Engineers, Inc. 311 Great Road, Post Office Box 1551 Littleton, MA 01460 p: 978.486.4301 x132 f: 978.428.0067 BLW ENGINEERS, INC. 311 GREAT ROAD, LITTLETON, MA 01460 P.O. BOX 1551 LITTLETON, MA 01460 P. 978.486.4301 F.978.428.0067 April 1, 2025 Honorable Shaunna L. 0' Connell, Mayor Council President Scott A. Martin And Members of the Municipal Council The following committee meetings have been scheduled for Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 5:30 PM at the Taunton City Hall, 15 Summer Street, Taunton, MA 02780 ill the Chester R. Martin Municipal Council Chambers. 5:30 PM The Committee on Finance and Salaries 1. Review the weekly vouchers and payroll for City departments. Please note: A "meeting" of the entire Municipal Council, as said terms is defined in Mass. Gen. L. C. 30A, §18 may occur concurrently with this committee meeting. The Committee on the Department of Public Works 1. Meet to discuss the request for a moratorium waiver for aroad cut for a water main tie-in at 0 Glebe Street Lots A andB (61-98 & 61-97). Please note: A "meeting" of the entire Municipal Council, as said terms is defined in Mass. Gen. L. C 30A, §18 may occur concurrently with this committee meeting. Page 1 of 3 The Committee on Police and License 1. Approve minutes from February 11, 2025. 2. Meet on the following petitions for renewal of Billiard Table Licenses for May 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026 : . a. Bobby's Place, Inc. at 60-62 Weir Street (2 tables) b. Taunton Eagles Soccer Club at 29 Oak Street (1 table) c. Will-0-Bee Inc., dba.Willy J's Pub at 599 Winthrop Street (3 tables) 3. Meet on the following petition for renewal of a Class II License for January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025: a. Express Brothers Gas & Auto Repair, Inc. dba Express Brothers Gas & Auto at 146 Tremont Street 4. Meet on the petition for the renewal of an Hours of Operation License for April 1, 2025 - M~ch 31, 2026: a. Cumberland Farms, Inc. dba Cumberland Farms #6766 at 660 County Street to stay open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 5. Meet on the following petitions for renewal of Junk Colle.ctor Licenses for May 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026: a .. Arthur G. Pimenta, Jr. located at 142R Fremont Street, Taunton 6. Meet on the following petitions for renewal of Livery Licenses for May 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026: . a. Taunton Cartage Co., Ltd dba Checker Cab & Cozy Cab at 295 Broadway Lot #2 b. Taunton Motorized Carriage Co., Inc. at 295 Broadway, Lot #2 7. Meet on the following petitions for renewal of Second Hand Article Licenses for May 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026: a. The Finds Exchange at 32 Plain Street 8. Meet on the petition for transfer of ownership of a Class II License for Scott's Service Center, Inc. at 129-131 Ingell Street from Scott Gregory, 77 West Bay Dr., Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, to Sean Stacey, 106 Highland St., Taunton who will keep the same business name and location. 9. Meet on the following petitio~ for a new Second Hand Article License for May 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026. a. Me Myself and I at 87 Plain Street, 2nd Floor (Online Only) Please note: A "meeting" of the entire Municipal Council, as said terms is defined in Mass. Gen. L. C. 30A, §18 may occur concurrently with this committee meeting. Page 2 of3 The Committee ofthe Whole 1. Meet on the request for a change of ownership of a marijuana retail license for Commonwealth Alternative Care, Inc. located at30 Mozzone Boulevard and the request for a host community agreement waiver. 2. Meet in executive session to review and consider approval of the successor collective bargaining agreement with Public Employees Local Union (1144B). This discussion will be held in executive session pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A §21: "To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares". Please note: A "meeting" of the entire Municipal Council, as said terms is defined in Mass. Gen. L. C. 3 OA, §18 may occur concurrently with this cpmmittee meeting. Respectfully, 111A'ifiu Z'. ~ Maggie E. Clarke Clerk of Council Committees Page 3of3