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tetris
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Posted - 05/19/2008 : 9:31:32 PM
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| Simonelli was ruled out of order for straying too far from the subject matter of item 14. And he just wouldn't stop! There was a good of amount of yelling going on during the recess that was getting picked up on some microphone too. When the meeting came back on, he apologized but he also started down the path again before he stopped himself. He promised to put the Wood Waste issue on the calendar at some point in the future. I'm sure that we'd all be interested in that. |
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Tails
Administrator
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Posted - 05/19/2008 : 9:37:00 PM
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I’m thrilled that someone had the guts to bring up Wood Waste but what on earth did that have to do with item number 14? I didn’t see the entire meeting and I did not what happened with Simonelli. (I can only imagine)
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tetris
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Posted - 05/19/2008 : 9:54:16 PM
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| The mayor told Simonelli that the DCR wasn't interested is selling the pool to the city (same thing that Sal DiDominico told him a month or more ago.) Simonelli wanted the mayor to pursue it anyways. The mayor told Simonelli that he wouldn't because he didn't support it. Simonelli kind of lost it and wanted to speak to the mayor about other "community improvements" (I think that was the term he used) as he believed that was the real focus of item #14. He started off down the Wood Waste path and Bruno tried to stop him. Others members also called for him to be ruled out of order. Bruno finally took a break to let him compose himself. I think that I have already covered what happened after that. |
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Tails
Administrator
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Posted - 05/19/2008 : 10:05:17 PM
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| Oh my....thanks for that. I'll have to see the re-run tomorrow. |
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tetris
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Posted - 05/20/2008 : 12:05:57 AM
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Item #1 - I guess everyone was satisified that there are no issues that they could get tripped up on this sale. We elected them to make these types of decisions so I suggest that we just let this item go forward the way that it is. If anything comes up, they'll just have to take the lumps that could associated with it.
Item #5 - Guess I was wrong about this item last week. As punishment, I will attempt to refrain from pseudo-legal opinions for a while (Let's see how long that lasts). The item's status on this week's agenda was technically wrong but since we now know that the item had to be amended, it didn't matter as the process has to start all over again anyways.
Items #11 and 16 - Julius has been around for a while and must be pretty good at his job but it is painful to hear him speak. I feel bad every time someone butchers his name too. I just don't get why Ranieri still has him involved in this. Maybe he was a help at some point, but it now seems to be something that is out of his realm. Ranieri seemed to know more about the status of some the issues involved anyways. Either Ranieri needs to own the entire thing or find another department (Community Development?) that is better equipped to handle it.
Item #12 - 3 more police officers. OK, we can talk about that. Dedicated to speeding issues - Not going to happen.
Item #14 - Nuff said already.
Item #17 - Seems to be some type of issue with water bills but I didn't get it. Anybody know?
Item #19 - Referred to Stat Smith?
Item #21 - Important, yes. But, I still don't get why the item is not on the worksheet. BTW, the crosswalk lights don't seem to be working at the armory either, at least on the opposite side of the street.
Item #22 - Referred to traffic. I now understand why the item is not on the worksheet.
Item #23 - Clearly a worksheet item.
Item #24 - Can understand Sierra's frustration but did he need to take it out on the city engineer? He has never decided what streets gets done. How can Sierra not be plugged into the street and sidewalk committee? Was Ranieri out of order when he talked about the sidewalks on Tileston Street being dug up? Or Hicks' thank you to the city engineer (at least she admitted that she might be out of order)? I'm not sure...but Steve Simonelli may have an opinion.
Bruno - I don't have as big of a headache as usual. Think that a part of that was that the meeting was relatively short. Did pretty good with Simonelli but as I pointed out in item 24, was she applying the rules fairly? I'm not sure. The item 24 extraneous issues were kind of quick but does that make them any more right? Still gets too much help running the meetings; tonight, it was from her members. The agenda? How about if they just throw the agenda items in hat and pick them out randomly. Would make as much sense. |
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massdee
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Posted - 05/20/2008 : 11:14:38 AM
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I happen to agree with Tetris on the handling of Mr Simonelli on the Wood Waste outburst. Ms. Bruno did the right thing by shutting it off. We'll see if it makes the next CC agenda. Does anyone know if the city is still in litigation with Mr Thibeault over the old city yards? Of course, the old city yards and lower Broadway are two different issues, so I would think lower Broadway would be allowed to be discussed.
As for the other two councilors going off topic and being allowed to do so, if I was Mr Simonelli I wouldn't be a happy camper. In my opinion, what's good for one, is good for all.
Also, my own personal opinion, I like Ms. Bruno but I don't feel she runs a very good meeting. |
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Tails
Administrator
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Posted - 05/20/2008 : 12:20:46 PM
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| I agree too that this issue should have been on the calendar but they always use the excuse "can not discuss becasue we are in litigation" well...now everyone is on notice and I will give Simonelli credit for one thing when he said he took an oath for the people, not Wood Waste. He was right on the money with that statement. |
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kimmy
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Posted - 05/20/2008 : 6:29:27 PM
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| Cant someone do something to stop this? The president of the united states gets vitoed by congress so what is the board of alderman going to do about this? |
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tetris
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Posted - 05/29/2008 : 1:53:49 PM
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMON COUNCIL, MONDAY, JUNE 2, 2008, 7:00 PM, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 3RD FL., EVERETT, MASS
COMMUNICATIONS FROM HIS HONOR THE MAYOR
1.
C0134-08 Order/s/Councilor Lorrie Bruno, as President and Alderman Robert Van Campen, as President
That the amount of $7,500.00 be transferred from the City Council Salaries Account to the City Council Office Supplies Account to help defray costs for audio equipment repairs in the Council Chambers and utilize expected unused funds from the 2008 budget.
PAPERS FROM THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN
2.
A0203-08 Order/s/Alderman Robert J. Van Campen, as President
In accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 121B, Section 5, I hereby submit for your approval the appointment of Mr. Michael Mangan to serve on the Everett Housing Authority in the seat designated for a labor representative for a term of five (5) years until March 2013. (Confirmed, sent down for concurrence)
3.
A0206-08 Order/s/Alderman Robert J. Van Campen, as President
That the Mayor is hereby authorized, on behalf of the City of Everett, to enter into a Mutual Aid Agreement with the public health agencies of surrounding cities and towns. The Mutual Aid Agreement is an agreement between participating municipalities that provides for mutual aid and assistance when municipality's resources are insufficient to cope with a situation that requires public health action. The Mutual Aid Agreement is designed to permit communities to request support from each other for events that overwhelm local capacity. A copy of the explanation of Public Health Mutual Aid Agreement is attached to the Order. (Passed sent down for concurrence)
4.
A0108-08 Ordinance/s/Aldermen Robert J. Van Campen, L. Charles DiPerri and Councilor Joseph F. Hickey
That the Revised Ordinances of the City of Everett be amended by inserting a new Chapter 13B entitled "Maintenance of Vacant and Foreclosed Residential Properties"; with a request to provide all members a copy (5/7/08). (Ordained as amended, sent down for ordainment)
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A0197-08 Order/s/Alderman Wayne A. Matewsky
In accordance with the provisions of Chapter 17, Section 17.1 (b) of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Everett, “Names & destinations; erection of signposts”, that an area surrounding 9 Albert Park be dedicated and named the “THE SHEPHARD FAMILY, ELMER SR., ELMER JR., AND WILLIAM”, all having served in various branches of the United States Armed Services. (Captain Elmer C. Shephard Sr., WWII Bronze Star, Elmer C. “Buddy” Shephard, Jr., Vietnam, and Sgt. William C. Shephard, Korean War and Vietnam.) (Passed sent down for concurrence)
COMMUNICATIONS
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C0101-08
Favorable Traffic Commission Report on Ordinance offered by Councilor Anthony F. Ranieri-To place a service zone sign in front of 410-422 Main Street, Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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C0102-08
Favorable Traffic Commission Report on Ordinance offered by Councilor Lorrie Bruno-To repeal the no parking ordinance on Pleasant Street, Monday through Friday, 8am to 3pm, as no longer needed.
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C0107-08
Traffic Commission Report on Ordinance offered by Councilor Lorrie Bruno-To place service zone sign on the corner of Dyer Ave at Main Street for 307 Main Street, Al Manara Market (formerly Peppino's), from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday through Saturday; with a recommendation to refer back to sponsor.
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C0136-08
Invite to attend Everett Fireman's Relief Association Annual Firefighter's Memorial Sunday Services on Sunday, June 8, 2008 at 8:30 a.m., at the Memorial Monument next to the Fire Alarm Building, at the corner of Elm and Ferry Streets.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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C0060-08 Committee Report/s/Councilor Leo McKinnon
Public Safety Committee Report on Resolution offered by Councilor Leo McKinnon-That the Chief of Police, Sgt. O'Mally from the Gang Unit, Mr. Frank Chiampi from CETF, Mr. Bob Collasantie from CETF and Mr. Peter Pietrantonio from Parks Department meet to discuss the growing graffiti problem; with a recommendation to refer to the Mayor, Police Department, Park Department and Code Enforcement to work on addressing the graffiti issue and that they report back to the Common Council in 30 days with an update on their efforts.
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C0116-08 Resolution/s/Councilor Anthony F. Ranieri
That the Landlord of Best Buy, spokesperson Sherry Clancy, from the National Development Company, the Manager of Best Buy, Adam Ragucci, and Julius Ofurie, the City Engineer, be invited to the next meeting June 2nd, to give an update on the progress of the signs at Best Buy.
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C0104-08 Resolution/s/Councilor Stephen Simonelli
To have the Superintendent of Parks and Playgrounds submit written inspection and evaluation of all parks and playgrounds in the City relative to their condition with recommended ways to clean graffiti off the tot lots and signage; check on broken equipment like swings, and other pieces that could cause harm to children; to re-sod with mulch and sand where needed, and general maintenance of all lawns, trees and bushes, and a daily trash and clean up schedule of all parks starting with Ward Two Playgrounds, and to invite Mr. Pietrantonio to our last meeting in May, the 19th, with his written report.
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C0087-08 Resolution/s/Councilor Joseph F. Hickey
That all street sweeping towing cease immediately until it can be further discussed in an appropriate committee. (Postponed from 4/7 to this meeting)
NEW BUSINESS
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C0127-08 CC Worksheet
1.Sponsor: Councilor Catherine Tomassi Hicks-Pear tree be trimmed at the bottom of the tree at 27 Prescott Street.
Referred to: City Services Park Department
15.
C0128-08 Resolution/s/Councilor Rosa DiFlorio
City Treasurer appear this meeting to explain why the City is not collecting the overdue taxes to the City.
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C0129-08 Resolution/s/Councilor Catherine Tomassi Hicks
To seek assistance from Senator Galluccio and Representative Smith with the flooding that occurs when it rains on Bizzaro Lane, as it is my understanding that there is an agreement between the City of Everett and the State that the State maintains Bizzaro Lane here in the City of Everett.
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C0130-08 Resolution/s/Councilor Stephen Simonelli
To request the Mayor to set up and hold an open public hearing concerning all issues dealing with Woodwaste of Boston, like at the present location, the purchase of the old city yards and the proposed new location on lower Broadway. To invite all parties concerned. Also, when hearing is set up to advertise in all local papers and on ECTV to let, most importantly, the people know about this very important hearing.
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C0131-08 Resolution/s/Councilor Leo McKinnon
That the Director of the Board of Health ensure that the low lying water sources and catch basins in the City of Everett are puked for this year's mosquito season. They will also look into setting up a program to be established to identify homes that have pools that have been foreclosed on or have been abandoned as this is now becoming a problem all over the State for an other source of breeding ground for mosquitoes.
19.
C0132-08 Order/s/Lorrie Bruno, as President
Acceptance of the provisions of Massachusetts General Law Chapter 41: Section 19F. Additional compensation for City Clerk for serving as clerk of city council
20.
C0133-08 Resolution/s/Councilors Lorrie Bruno, William Cardello, Rosa DiFlorio and Alderman Robert Van Campen
That the City Services Sign Division erect "No Parking Here to Corner" signs on both sides of Stuart Street where it intersects with Kinsman Street.
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C0135-08 Order/s/Councilors Sal DiDomenico, Lorrie Bruno, Rosa DiFlorio, William Cardello and Alderman Robert Van Campen
In accordance with the provisions of Chapter 17, Section 17.1 (b) of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Everett, “Names & destinations; erection of signposts”, that the corner of Waverly and Warren Street be dedicated and named the “THE JOSEPH, ANTHONY, THOMAS AND JOHN SORRENTI SQUARE”, all having served in the United States Army.
Adjournment
Respectfully submitted,
Caroline McCorry
Administrative Assistant/Office Manager
Everett City Council Office
council@ci.everett.ma.us
SCHEDULED CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATES TO NOTE:
5/31 7:45AM-12NOON COMMITTEE OF WHOLE ON 2009 BUDGET
6/5 6:30PM-9PM COMMITTEE OF WHOLE ON 2009 BUDGET
6/9 6:30PM CITATION PRESENTATION TO EHS GIRL’S BASEBALL TEAM, THE GBL CHAMPIONS! CONGRATULATIONS!
6/9 7:00PM BOARD OF ALDERMEN MEETING
6/16 7PM NEXT COMMON COUNCIL MEETING
6/18 6PM BILLS & ACCOUNTS COMMITTEE MEETING |
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tetris
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Posted - 05/29/2008 : 2:22:50 PM
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I had a little disagreement with Card last week it appears about who approve appointments in the city. I claimed that the BOA was the sole appointing authority. It appears that I was wrong. Sorry about that.
The appointment to the housing authority is controlled by state law. At first, I thought that this might be the reason for the difference. However, I did a little research in the Everett city charter and found that there are requirements in it for certain posititions to be approved both by the BOA and CC. These positions are City Clerk, Assisstant City Clerk, Clerk of Committes and members of the Planning Board. Again, sorry for the confusion. |
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Tails
Administrator
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 Posted - 05/29/2008 : 2:49:27 PM
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I'm not understanding item# 1 and why transfer from those particular accounts.
Item# 2 I think Mike is a great guy however, have these always been 5 year appointments and nothing personal to Mike but this is another hiring favor. It more same ole same ole.
They have to get item# 11 off the calendar. It's a sign for goodness sakes. Have the sign put up and be done with it. Ranieri wants too many signs all over the place like bestbuy is an entrance to Disney World.
Item#12 While Simonelli is getting reports on the condition of the parks he should also mention behind Minichello they dump all kinds of crap right next to the playground which I am sure in not too healthy.
Rosa DiFlorio is absolutely correct the city is not collecting overdue taxes. My neighbor hasn't paid for years and thats not right.
I saved my favorite for last......item 17. 1st we had Jason Marcus up there crying over the mail he has received (which I think was heavily exaggerated) and he never would have put that on the agenda if it was not for Simonelli's outburst. Simonelli's outburst may have been inappropriate but I can understand where he's coming from and I would hope that the correct questions are asked. Woodwaste is a matter of concern for the entire city and the city/taxpayers have the right to an open public hearing. |
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massdee
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Posted - 05/29/2008 : 2:52:55 PM
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Item #17, Councilman Simonelli did what he said he would do and put all of the Wood Waste issue on the agenda. He is even asking for a public hearing. Good for him.
Let's pay close attention to our elected officials and see what they have to say about this issue and if they will vote to approve to send this to the Mayor and have a public hearing. |
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tetris
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Posted - 05/29/2008 : 3:01:44 PM
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| Item #1 - The city council is tired of the problems with the microphones in the council chamber, which don't work a good deal of the time, and is using money that is expected to be left over in their budget FY2008 to fix the problem. If they don't, who else will? It's something that's long over due. |
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massdee
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Posted - 05/29/2008 : 3:06:46 PM
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| I agree. It is aggravating to the viewers, I can only imagine how irritating it must be for the City Council. Good for them for trying to take care of it. |
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Tails
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Posted - 05/29/2008 : 3:16:29 PM
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Oh, I see. Thanks for that. Reading it like this..."Transfer from City Council Salaries Account to the City Council Office Supplies Account" was an eye catcher for me. (for me, and trying to keep accurate records and book keeping, I would think that would come from an "equipment" account).....but I see what you mean.  |
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