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massdee
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Posted - 03/19/2011 : 1:55:45 PM
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| I couldn't find the agenda again. Did I miss it? |
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Tails
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Posted - 03/19/2011 : 4:19:32 PM
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I really do not understand why this practice has changed after all these years of being consistent. I've heard different stories, all out of city hall about the reasons. The ONLY reason not having agendas posted in a timely manner is... we are unable to contact out elected officials about items on the agenda, until it’s too late. That order can only come from the corner office. I'm not buying it that people are too busy. We have too many on the payroll as it is. This takes 30 seconds to do. It has become a very unfriendly and uncooperative to the residents.
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Tails
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Posted - 03/21/2011 : 12:45:49 PM
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(6PM-Citations to Everett Eagles from His Honor The Mayor)
AGENDA AGENDA AGENDA AGENDA AGENDA AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMON COUNCIL, MONDAY, MARCH 21, 2011, 7:00
PM, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 3RD FL., EVERETT, MASS 02149
COMMUNICATIONS FROM HIS HONOR THE MAYOR
1. C0051-11 Order/s/Councilor Sergio Cornelio, as President
To accept donations totaling $27,645.00 as follows: $22,400 from the Mary and Phineas
Tobe Trust to be expended on the "creation of a laptop learning lab and to support
programs for children and teenagers" deposited into Phineas Tobe Trust Gift Account
28.3590.GY; $5,000.00 from Mary and Phineas Tobe Trust to "be used to support Shute
Library renovations" deposited into Renovation of Shute Library Gift Account
28.3590.ZL; and $245.00 from the following individuals, donated in memory of the late
Virginia Murray, deposited into the Parlin Library Gift Account 28.3590.GD-$25.00 from
George and Anne Marie Dumas of Woburn, MA, $50.00 from Denise and Frank Russell
of Malden, MA, $50.00 from Joseph Pesche, Jr., of Malden, MA., $25.00 from George &
Catherine Stroman of Malden, MA., $10.00 from M.L. O'Brien of Malden, MA., $60.00
from Mrs. Frances A. Brescia-Everett, Mrs. Robert Tomaz-Saugus and Mr. Douglas A.
Chute of Everett; $25.00 from Margaret Lapore, Melrose, MA.
PAPERS FROM THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN
2. A0043-11 Order/s/Alderman Michael K. Marchese, as President
To accept donations totaling $259.34 to the Office of Human Services Emergency
Programs Account. $100.00 from Joseph King and $159.34 from an anonymous donor.
(Passed sent down for concurrence)
3. A0044-11 Order/s/Alderman Michael K. Marchese, as President
Subject to confirmation by the Honorable City Council, I hereby appoint Evelyn Chase to
the Everett Housing Authority Board to fill a term that expires March, 2014.
4. A0039-11 Order/s/Alderman Sal Sachetta
That in light of the tough economic times, the City of Everett repeal its acceptance of
MGL chapter 33, section 59, where a public employee receives his/her fill pay in addition
to his/her full National Guard pay. The City consider paying National Guardsmen the
difference in pay between their military pay and municipal salary, similar to the federal
law that allows military reservists to be paid; with a recommendation for favorable action.
(Rules & Ordinance Committee Report accepted, Order passed, sent down for
concurrence).
COMMITTEE REPORTS
5. C0134-10 Rules & Ordinances Committee Report
On Resolution offered by Councilor Rosa DiFlorio-That all city employees, including
teachers, firemen, policemen and city employees, starting the year 2011, in order for
them to be hired, they need to live in the City of Everett, and all above employees,
offered a promotion, would need to live in the City of Everett; with a recommendation to
refer back to Sponsor.
6. C0143-10 Public Service Committee Report
On Resolution offered by Councilor Rosa DiFlorio-That Broadway Cafe be invited to
attend next Committee on Public Service meeting to discuss and do something about
late night deliveries; with a recommendation to grant further time.
7. C0019-11 Public Service Committee Report
On Resolution offered by Councilors Daniel Napolitano, Cynthia Sarnie, Lorrie Bruno
and David Rodrigues-That the City look into the feasibility of a dog park in the 7 acre
park area; with a recommendation that the matter be referred to the Mayor that he report
back to the City Government on the Dog Park location, design and rules of use.
7. C0019-11 Public Service Committee Report
On Resolution offered by Councilors Daniel Napolitano, Cynthia Sarnie, Lorrie Bruno
and David Rodrigues-That the City look into the feasibility of a dog park in the 7 acre
park area; with a recommendation that the matter be referred to the Mayor that he report
back to the City Government on the Dog Park location, design and rules of use.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
8. C0031-11 Order/s/Councilor Sergio Cornelio
That all City of Everett vehicles have the City Seal markings, numbers and State
License Plates, in accordance with City Ordinance.
NEW BUSINESS
9. C0041-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Sergio Cornelio
That consideration be given to letting the Police Department use their Kelly Time to work
shifts instead of Training Time to payback their 20 hours.
10. C0042-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Sergio Cornelio
To request that the Mayor look into the issues of street sweeping around the schools in
the mornings during school hours.
11. C0043-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Leo McKinnon
That the Director of City Services appear this meeting with a list of items that were
collected in parking spaces during snow storms (used by residents to save spaces), with
information on where items are being stored, as well as, the cost to the City of Everett to
dispose of these items.
12. C0044-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Lou Sierra
That the Mayor's Office give an update on the timeline for the wall at Mt. Washington
Street, between Alpine Street and Richdale Ave, on when it is supposed to be
completed.
13. C0045-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Sergio Cornelio
That the Director of City Services appear at this meeting with the contractor information
that was requested and to be ready to answer any questions regarding the City Services
Department.
14. C0046-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Kenneth Giannelli
That this expression of thanks be sent to the DCR and Senator DiDomenico for their
expediting work on the dangerous potholes at Sweetser Circle.
15. C0047-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Peter A. Napolitano
That the Mayor considers appearing before the Common Council to provide information
on his recent trip to Washington DC on behalf of the residents of Everett.
16. C0048-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Peter A. Napolitano
That the Director of City Services appear to provide a total of materials, manpower and
police details to move the crosswalk in front of 15 Summer Street, as well as,
reconstruct the handicap ramps on both sides of the street relative to the move.
17. C0049-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Peter A. Napolitano
Due to the amount of time it is taking to replace the missing street light in front of 168
Cottage Street, pole #859, that the Director of City Services give an update on where
this request lies on their list of work to be done, as this will be the third request in nine
months.
18. C0050-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Peter A. Napolitano
That the MBTA reinstruct their bus drivers traveling the routes in Everett to pull the
buses over completely into the bus stops when picking up passengers so as not to
impede traffic especially during peak drive times, due to numerous complaints.
19. C0052-11
Common Council Worksheet
Monday, March 21, 2011
Pursuant to Rule 17 of the Common Council, all resolutions requesting the repair,
replacement or maintenance of pavement, sidewalks, traffic signals, signage,
playground equipment, or other similar requests, shall be placed on a separate
worksheet and voted on collectively at the next formal session, and, if passed, referred
to the respective departments for their response back to sponsors, if required.
1.Sponsor: Councilor Kenneth Giannelli-To request the repaving of Orient Ave and
Thorndike Street; due to numerous inquiries on when this might be accomplished.
Referred to: Mayor, Community Development and City Engineer.
2. Sponsor: Councilor Peter A. Napolitano-That City Services clean the debris that has
collected at the bottom of Winter Street, which is a dead-end street.
Referred to: City Services
3. Sponsor: Councilor Peter A. Napolitano-That City Services repave Revere Street, as
this street is heavily traveled and has experienced numerous repairs and patches in the
past due to water pipe breaks and the more recent snowstorms.
Referred to: City Services
Adjournment
Respectfully submitted: Caroline McCorry
Adm. Assist. / Office Mgr. Everett City Council Office
council@ci.everett.ma.us
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Tails
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Posted - 03/21/2011 : 1:19:20 PM
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| I hope we get dollar figures on Sergio's item 13 and Brian better be truthful. It's time to start comparing what these contractors are charging, and what other surrounding cities are getting charged. And, Ken Giannelli needs to stop using these meetings to self-center himself. |
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 Posted - 03/21/2011 : 2:31:19 PM
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| After all the neglect the D. C. R. has done here then Giannei wants to give them praise. Do that and you wont hear from them no more. Take count of how many times tonight you hear waive the reading and people that want to blast through the meeting with no thought. |
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massdee
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Posted - 03/21/2011 : 7:50:41 PM
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| This may sound petty but why are they even discussing a dog park in these tough economic times. |
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Tails
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Posted - 03/21/2011 : 8:12:40 PM
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| They have been talking about this dog park for four years now. I'm in agreement with former councilor Steve Simonelli about the liability. I remember how intense he was about this issue. Gotta miss Steve Simonelli, it's boring without him. |
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Tails
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Posted - 03/23/2011 : 10:44:45 AM
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Another horrific meeting and if having Tony Raneri standing in as President is a sign that what he said two years ago is any inkling of what's ahead.... I'm done. I'm voting and supporting Charter, just to do away with this useless branch, and won't care about all the other wrong things in there.
And as for Serg...SPELL IT FOR ME SERG.... it's NOT.....................
N A P O L A T A N O......it's ....N A P O L I T A N O. Time to get it right. It's disrespectful! |
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tetris
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Posted - 03/24/2011 : 11:26:40 AM
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Have a Dog? Join the Dog Park Task Force
On Monday April 25th, in the Keverian Room at City Hall, The Mayor’s Office of Community Development will hold a public meeting to establish a Task Force in response to strong residential interest in developing a dog park. The Mayor’s office is hoping to seek comments and suggestions for off-leash dog area in the City. For additional information please contact the Mayor’s Office of Community Development at 617-394-2262. |
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massdee
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Posted - 03/24/2011 : 11:44:35 AM
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| In my opinion, just a frivolous added expense....building the dog park and then paying employees to keep it clean and maintained. Save it as a project for better economic times. |
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tetris
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Posted - 04/01/2011 : 08:12:49 AM
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMON COUNCIL, MONDAY, APRIL 4, 2011, 7:00 PM, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 3RD FL., EVERETT, MASS
COMMUNICATIONS FROM HIS HONOR THE MAYOR
1. C0059-11 Order/s/Councilor Sergio Cornelio, as President
To accept a donation of $100.00 from Joseph Santagate, in memory of his Wife Paulette and his Brother Steve, to the City of Everett's Department of Veteran Services Gift Account.
2. C0060-11 Order/s/Councilor Sergio Cornelio, as President
To petition the Great and General Court to enable legislation for an act authorizing the City of Everett to establish a linkage fee revolving fund. To be used for the maintenance of streets, parks and public recreational facilities within the city and the mayor shall administer the funds for said purposes.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
3. C0022-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Adam Ragucci
To invite Director of Libraries Deborah Abraham, a Representative from the Mayor's Office, and Director of Public Works to next meeting to begin conversation now looking forward to this year's city budget in regards to the Shute Library and the cost of keeping this building up and running.
4. C0043-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Leo McKinnon
That the Director of City Services appear this meeting with a list of items that were collected in parking spaces during snow storms (used by residents to save spaces), with information on where items are being stored, as well as, the cost to the City of Everett to dispose of these items. (Postponed from 3/21 meeting).
5. C0048-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Peter A. Napolitano
That the Director of City Services appear to provide a total of materials, manpower and police details to move the crosswalk in front of 15 Summer Street, as well as, reconstruct the handicap ramps on both sides of the street relative to the move. (Communication received from Brian Zaniboni, Director of City Services-that total of entire job should be $5,000.00.)
6. C0049-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Peter A. Napolitano
Due to the amount of time it is taking to replace the missing street light in front of 168 Cottage Street, pole #859, that the Director of City Services give an update on where this request lies on their list of work to be done, as this will be the third request in nine months. (Communication received from Brian Zaniboni, Director of City Services-that work was completed March 17th.)
NEW BUSINESS
7. C0053-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Catherine Tomassi Hicks
That the National Grid Company respond back in two weeks on the timeframe for completion of the following two work requests: *The light bulb at the streetlight located on the corner of Oak Street and Perry Place, Pole #1145 be replaced; and *Also that leaning pole #3486 on Elm Road be replaced or secured at the request of concerned residents.
8. C0054-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Anthony F. Ranieri
That Richard O'Donnell from Code Enforcement, Marzie Galazka from Community Development and the Manager of Targets appear this meeting relative to explaining the storage bins located at the Target Parking Lot.
9. C0055-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Catherine Tomassi Hicks
I wish to have City Engineer, Julius Ofurie, appear this meeting in order to discuss the condition of Carter Street, Winslow Street, Baldwin Avenue, Elm Road and Laurel Street, and to schedule repairs necessary to bring these streets back to a serviceable condition.
10. C0056-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Sergio Cornelio
To have all companies that do work for the City of Everett E-Verify (the voluntary program run by the United States Government) to help certify that employees hired by companies are legal residents and legally authorized to work in the United States.
11. C0057-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Adam Ragucci
That the Rules & Ordinances Committee review and make recommendation on Odd and Even All Night Parking Ordinance, Chapter 18, Section 143 by changing to follow upcoming year on Section (e).
12. C0058-11 Resolution/s/Councilor Catherine Tomassi Hicks
That Marzie Galazka, the Director of Community Development, appear this meeting to discuss the house at 112 Main Street, also the lot next to it, 108 Main, and to call for a neighborhood meeting to discuss resident concerns.
13. C0061-11
Common Council Worksheet
Monday, April 4, 2011
Pursuant to Rule 17 of the Common Council, all resolutions requesting the repair, replacement or maintenance of pavement, sidewalks, traffic signals, signage, playground equipment, or other similar requests, shall be placed on a separate worksheet and voted on collectively at the next formal session, and, if passed, referred to the respective departments for their response back to sponsors, if required.
1.Sponsor: Councilor Jason Marcus - That the City Services Department fixes the potholes at the dead end of Hoyt Street.
Referred to: City Services Department
Adjournment
Respectfully submitted:
Caroline McCorry
Administrative Assistant / Office Manager
Everett City Council Office
council@ci.everett.ma.us
Reminders:
4/11 6:30PM Committee on Licenses Meeting
4/11 7:00PM Board of Aldermen Meeting
4/14 6:00PM Committee on Bills & Accounts Meeting
4/14 6:00PM Committee on Public Service Meeting
4/19 7:00PM Next Common Council Meeting
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massdee
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Posted - 04/01/2011 : 08:54:46 AM
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Can someone please explain to me what item #2 is about? Does creating this fund take these line items out of the budget thus back dooring Prop 2 1/2? It also sounds like the City Council will be losing some control. Am I right?
2. C0060-11 Order/s/Councilor Sergio Cornelio, as President
To petition the Great and General Court to enable legislation for an act authorizing the City of Everett to establish a linkage fee revolving fund. To be used for the maintenance of streets, parks and public recreational facilities within the city and the mayor shall administer the funds for said purposes. |
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Tails
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Posted - 04/01/2011 : 09:24:43 AM
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Massdee, sounds like you are correct on item 2. Also sounds like someone was "asked" to put that on. Just like the water/sewer has been removed from the budget, I'm quite certain this will too. The city council need to take more control, not hand it over to people that can't balance money.
I'd also like clarification as to why non-working street lights are on the agenda? Isn't that a phone call or a report to National Grid? You can report these outages right on their website: You must be logged in to see this link.
I do think item 6 is an exceptional case, and the city service director does need to intervene...but why does it take putting an item on an agenda to get things done?? These things are basic day to day operations.
I could be taking this the wrong way.....Why does Tony Raneri care about storage bins in Target's parking lot? Maybe their employees use them for bicycles, or whatever? Again.... this is a phone call. He can call Target as the ward six councilor....... and then if he wants to make a public service announcement on what the storage bins are for at a CC meeting, that would be fine. It's such a waste of time, to make a representative from Target come out, and have Marzie stay for something.....that is probably nothing. It's ridiculous. Find out what it's about first, then if it's a problem, call these people up. This is why this branch goes around and around and around with the same issues.....aka - Best Buy. |
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massdee
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Posted - 04/01/2011 : 09:31:24 AM
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| I Googled "what is a linkage fee revolving fund", it showed that the City of Somerville has a "Linkage Fee Ordinance". Why am I not surprised? |
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Tails
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Posted - 04/05/2011 : 10:47:30 AM
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I thought Jason's speech was out of line and inappropriate. First, to interrupt in the middle of a vote for a point of personal privilege is absurd. Save it to the end of the meeting.
To use a public meeting to declare his innocence.... and it was a one sided story from him never should have been allowed. Have the woman there to tell her side too! It was a mockery and just proves more to me that political influence did take place here.
Facts are facts and one fact is when you are able to procrastinate for two years, most of the time these cases get dismissed. Malden court is a joke. |
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