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tetris
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Posted - 11/09/2009 : 10:13:15 PM
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So technically, I was wrong about these appointments; but only because the agenda item referred to the old name for the board and so do the ordinances. One of the recommendations from the Charter Review commission needs to be that the ordinances get a good cleaning too.
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Why does it not surprise me that it is the property owner that’s pushing to get this cleaned up?
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Sorry folks but the state moves at its own speed and that’s just the way it is. No excuse for it though.
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I just don’t understand why people think that the city is losing revenue on incorrect water billings. Isn’t it just a question of whether or not the right people are paying for the water?
8. & 10.
I think it is embarrassing that an alderman would stand up and say that that they didn’t read an entire ordinance before they voted on it. It’s two and ½ pages of text, not a healthcare bill. Or why an alderman would say that if an ordinance doesn’t have enough “teeth”, we’ll add more at a later time. Don’t bother to try and get something right the first time. My opinion is that the piece as constructed is heavy on registration requirements and fees but light on remedies as to what can be done with problem dogs and owners after the fact, at least in comparison to the Lynn ordinance on which it was suggested to be based. But, it’s up to the board to decide what they want to put into place.
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Anybody surprised that Alderman Matewsky didn’t get the story correct on this “problem” before he put it on the agenda? I think he could use a good long rest.
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I guess that Alderman Marchese didn’t get the same thing out of the MRF hearing that I did if he still believes that giving the homeowner exemption affects the commercial tax rate. I think that it helps to prove my point that last week’s presentation could have been better. While we usually make out fairly well because of the exemption, I wouldn’t mind seeing it modified if the change was going to benefit more people more evenly.
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One child per apartment? I guess I missed the moving of the city to China. Why not just pick up the phone and call the city solicitor to find out if something like this is legal before you put it on the agenda?
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“Yeah, Mike’s such a nice guy that I arranged this packed room for him tonight”. Watch your back Alderman Marchese. Next time you want some information from the auditor, just give him a call. You can probably get your answers without the dog and pony show.
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I think that I nailed this one in my pre-meeting comments. #17 too.
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I’d hazard a guess that the City Clerk was as surprised as anybody that he’s the expert on the Mayor’s salary. |
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massdee
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Posted - 11/09/2009 : 10:42:24 PM
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Now is not the time for raises, not just the mayor but anyone. There are a lot of us out of work and I don't think it's fair to ask us to foot the bill for raises right now.
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Tails
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Posted - 11/09/2009 : 10:47:50 PM
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Tails
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Posted - 11/10/2009 : 1:19:21 PM
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I saw this on Topix about item# 16 put on the agenda by Jason Marcus, and thought it was little funny, and a little true too.
…from the home office in Everett, MA. Here now is this week Top Ten List, the Top Ten Reasons that the Mayor needs a raise:
#10. With the tax rate going up $2.33, you try paying the tax bill on Casa DeMaria.
#9. He’s saving up to get his master’s degree at clown college.
#8. Sick of being made fun of by Curatone and Dolan.(Here’s a hint; they still will.)
#7. A rising tide lifts all boats...and salaries.
#6. Wants to fund a personal study to figure out where the “days” have “gone”.
#5. Found out that he can’t declare Mangan and Puleo as dependents.
#4. The Everett newspapers are “turning the screws” more and more every week.
#3. Ego demands that he gets a bigger pension base than Hanlon and Ragucci.
#2. Otherwise, he’s going to cut back to a 1 hour work day so that he can make a living wage.
And the #1 Reason that the Mayor needs a raise,‘Cuz Jason Marc-ASS Said So!! |
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massdee
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Posted - 11/10/2009 : 1:49:15 PM
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Tails, I am also going to post this top ten list under that thread.
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MIKE1955
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 Posted - 11/11/2009 : 6:13:11 PM
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Originally posted by massdee
FFF certainly knows how to pack a room! How Dare Marchese have a question about the school department.
I was told every student's home received an automated call from the schools telling them to attend the BOA meeting to support the schools.
Is this what these automated systems are in place for? Doesn't seem right to me.
"Deb"
WHAT IS YOUR POINT!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
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MIKE1955
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 Posted - 11/11/2009 : 6:29:13 PM
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quote:
Originally posted by Tails
Why on earth would Marcus bring this up, right now when people are out of work, laid off, loosing their homes and the holiday's around the corner. NO CLASS.
WELL HE RAN FOR 2 SEATS, C.C. AND CHARTER REVIEW BOARD, IF HE HAD ANY CLASS HE WOULD RESIGN FROM 1 OF 2 SEATS, HE IS NOT SMART ENOUGH FOR THAT, HE SHOULD BE ASHAMED OF HIMSELF, HE IS RUMP SWABING THE MAYOR, IT IS FUNNY JASON MARCUS BRINGS THIS UP, AS THE MAYOR KEEP'S GIVING OUT JOB'S, AS IN THE MAYOR HIRE, HIS PUPPET SAM AMARDO, TO RUN THE EVERETT REC CENTER, BUT IT IS ALWAYS IN THE 3 PAPERS WHEN SOMETHING IS DONE AT THE REC, ( MAYOR CARLO DEMARIA AND THE EVERETT REC CENTER PRESENT'S THIS OR THAT) WE DID NOT NEED A REC DIRECTOR IF THE MAYOR IS INCHARGE, AMARDO HAS NO QUALIFICATIONS AT ALL FOR THE JOB , IF YOU GO BY THE JOB POSTING ON ( CRAIGS LISTING ). |
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massdee
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Posted - 11/11/2009 : 7:02:26 PM
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Originally posted by MIKE1955
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Originally posted by massdee
FFF certainly knows how to pack a room! How Dare Marchese have a question about the school department.
I was told every student's home received an automated call from the schools telling them to attend the BOA meeting to support the schools.
Is this what these automated systems are in place for? Doesn't seem right to me.
"Deb"
WHAT IS YOUR POINT!!!!!!!!!!!!!
My point is that FFF made a huge to do about nothing. He had all those parents show up at the meeting and all Alderman Marchese wanted to do was ask a question. It's part of the Alderman's job to ask questions. There was no need for what went on at the meeting.
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MIKE1955
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Posted - 11/12/2009 : 07:44:09 AM
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Originally posted by massdee
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Originally posted by MIKE1955
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Originally posted by massdee
FFF certainly knows how to pack a room! How Dare Marchese have a question about the school department.
I was told every student's home received an automated call from the schools telling them to attend the BOA meeting to support the schools.
Is this what these automated systems are in place for? Doesn't seem right to me.
"Deb"
WHAT IS YOUR POINT!!!!!!!!!!!!!
My point is that FFF made a huge to do about nothing. He had all those parents show up at the meeting and all Alderman Marchese wanted to do was ask a question. It's part of the Alderman's job to ask questions. There was no need for what went on at the meeting.
"Deb"
HELLO, I WAS THERE, NOTHING BAD, THE PAPER MADE IT SOUND BAD , IT WAS NOT!!!!!!!!!!!!, MARCHESE HAD A SIMPLE QUESTION, AND THE GENTLEMEN WHO WAS TO ANSWER HIS QUESTION NEVER SHOWED UP, SO ALL PARENT'S AND TEACHERS WERE THERE, OUR FINE LEADERS ON THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN,JASON,SAL,CHUCK WANTED TO LAY IT ON THE TABLE FOR 2 WEEKS,MIKE,WAYNE AND ROBERT,DID NOT AGREE, ALL THESE PEOPLE WHO ATTENED THIS MEETING HAD OTHER THINGS TO DUE, BUT MADE TIME TO ATTENED, THEY NEW THIS QUESTION WAS ON THE LIST( AGENDA),SO IN THE END FRED ANSWERED MIKE'S QUESTION, SIMPLE, NO PROBLEM, MIKE WAS HAPPY AND SOME OF THE ALDERMEN, SOME MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN HAVE A LITTLE POWER( THINK THEY DUE), SO INSTEAD OF 2 WEEKS, IT WOULD HAVE BEEN, NOV 25 2009, IT WAS ANSWERED IN 10 MINUTES, THANK YOU. |
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massdee
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Posted - 11/12/2009 : 08:09:03 AM
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I think you might be misunderstanding my post. I have no problem with the parents going to a meeting. That is our right. I was not there, I watched at home. It just seemed to be a bit of over kill. Like you said Alderman Marchese was only asking a simple question. I doubt that many of those parents would have attended if they hadn't received an automated message from the school department. That's not to say they didn't care about the issue, it's obvious that they do.
I still feel it's a misuse of the automated system, as I originally posted. I am no way knocking the parents or Alderman Marchese. I am questioning Mr Foresteire's use of the automated call system.
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MIKE1955
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Posted - 11/12/2009 : 08:35:01 AM
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Originally posted by massdee
I think you might be misunderstanding my post. I have no problem with the parents going to a meeting. That is our right. I was not there, I watched at home. It just seemed to be a bit of over kill. Like you said Alderman Marchese was only asking a simple question. I doubt that many of those parents would have attended if they hadn't received an automated message from the school department. That's not to say they didn't care about the issue, it's obvious that they do.
I still feel it's a misuse of the automated system, as I originally posted. I am no way knocking the parents or Alderman Marchese. I am questioning Mr Foresteire's use of the automated call system.
"Deb"
HELLO AGAIN, I AGREE, BUT ALSO, IF THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN NEW THE GENTLEMEN WHO WAS TO BE THERE WAS OUT SICK THAT DAY, THEY COULD HAVE TOLD THE SCHOOL DEPT, AND THEY COULD HAVE TOLD THE PARENTS, END OF STORY, BUT INSHANK YOU.TEAD CHOSE TO MOVE FOWARD WITH THE MEETING, T |
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MIKE1955
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Posted - 11/12/2009 : 08:36:21 AM
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Tails
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Posted - 11/12/2009 : 09:10:36 AM
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My opinion is it’s a double edge sword.
I have a problem with these reverse 911 calls all together. The system was designed for emergency use or a detrimental issue. I get so many stupid calls from the City of Everett now - more than I ever have. I have become accustom to ignore them. I’ve received two calls from the school department to attend a Board of Alderman meeting last Monday, but was never told why.
In defense to Alderman Marchese, he was *not* told prior to the meeting that someone from the Administration would not be there to answer questions that HE put on the agenda. That is his right as an Alderman to ask these questions on behalf of the taxpayers. Was Larry so ill that he could not call Mike and apologize that he would not be at the meeting, or better yet, who does Larry report to when he’s out sick? They couldn’t let Mike Marchese know? It’s just he said……..it’s a dog and pony show just to rubber stamp an issue.
I’m all for the new pre-school but the Alderman have a right to have their questions answered. If they don’t ask questions, we accuse them of being lackadaisical and rubber stamping everything on the taxpayer dime.
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massdee
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Posted - 11/12/2009 : 2:10:57 PM
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Originally posted by MIKE1955
quote:
Originally posted by massdee
I think you might be misunderstanding my post. I have no problem with the parents going to a meeting. That is our right. I was not there, I watched at home. It just seemed to be a bit of over kill. Like you said Alderman Marchese was only asking a simple question. I doubt that many of those parents would have attended if they hadn't received an automated message from the school department. That's not to say they didn't care about the issue, it's obvious that they do.
I still feel it's a misuse of the automated system, as I originally posted. I am no way knocking the parents or Alderman Marchese. I am questioning Mr Foresteire's use of the automated call system.
"Deb"
HELLO AGAIN, I AGREE, BUT ALSO, IF THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN NEW THE GENTLEMEN WHO WAS TO BE THERE WAS OUT SICK THAT DAY, THEY COULD HAVE TOLD THE SCHOOL DEPT, AND THEY COULD HAVE TOLD THE PARENTS, END OF STORY, BUT INSHANK YOU.TEAD CHOSE TO MOVE FOWARD WITH THE MEETING, T
I believe from watching the meeting, the Board of Aldermen were just as surprised with Mr DeCoste's absence as the audience was. It looked like the Administration (the city, not the school department) didn't inform the BOA and sent no one in Mr DeCoste's place.
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tetris
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Posted - 11/19/2009 : 2:41:11 PM
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2009, 7:00 PM, PETER J. MCCARREN MEMORIAL CHAMBERS, EVERETT, MA
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1.
A0278-09
To all persons interested in the revocation of the Second Class Motor Dealer's License for Vic's Stadium Mobile, Inc., 35 Everett Avenue, as it does not comply with zoning ordinances.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM HIS HONOR THE MAYOR
2.
A0289-09 Order/s/Alderman L. Charles DiPerri, as President
That the amount of $100.00 is hereby accepted from Mr. Joseph King in memory of Helen Calderon to the Office of Human Services Thanksgiving Program. This donation will be deposited to the Emergency Services Account.
3.
A0290-09 Order/s/Alderman L. Charles DiPerri, as President
That the amount of $350.00 is hereby accepted to the Department of Veterans Services; these donations will be used to supplement their Gift Account and listed as follows: $100.00 from the Saugus-Everett Elks; $100.00 from Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Badolato; $100.00 from the Vietnam Veteran Association and $50.00 from Mr. & Mrs. John Darling.
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A0291-09 Order/s/Alderman L. Charles DiPerri, as President
To accept the donation of $15,000.00 from Jetro Cash & Carry Restaurant Depot to the Mayor's Office of Community Development Grant Account. The Community Development Office will use this to support the Boys and Girls Club of Everett.
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A0292-09 Order/s/Alderman L. Charles DiPerri, as President
To accept the donation of $35,000.00 from Jetro Cash & Carry Restaurant Depot to the Mayor's Office of Community Development to support the Beautification Program.
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A0294-09 Order/s/Alderman L. Charles DiPerri, as President
Subject to confirmation by the Honorable Board of Aldermen, I hereby appoint Seth Williams as a Sworn Weigher for the City of Everett from Distrigas, 18 Rover Street. This appointment shall be for an unpaid term of one (1) year, expiring November 23, 2010.
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A0295-09 Order/s/Alderman L. Charles DiPerri, as President
That the donation of $750.00 worth of gifts be accepted from Michael K. Marchese to the Mayor's Office of Human Services Account, that is $500.00 worth of Target Gift Cards for the Children and $250.00 to the Council on Aging Gift for holiday programs.
PAPERS FROM THE COMMON COUNCIL
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C0192-09 Ordinance/s/Councilor Millie J. Cardello, as President
That the fees established by Chapter 21-Section 4 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Everett, Massachusetts for Weights and Measures are hereby amended in its entirety and replaced with new sealing fees. (Ordained sent up for ordainment)
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C0196-09 Resolution/s/Councilor Peter A. Napolitano and Alderman Robert J. Van Campen
That the Charter Review Commission set their Public Hearings so as not to conflict with the scheduled Monday evening Common Council and Board of Aldermen meetings, allowing elected officials to attend and participate as residents with the rest of the general public. (Passed sent up for concurrence to send to the Charter Review Commission)
PETITIONS AND LICENSES
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A0283-09
Petition for 2nd Class Motor Dealer License from Parkway Motor Sales at 2034 Revere Beach Parkway.
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A0284-09
Petition for 2nd Class Motor Dealer from K-C Auto Sales at 312-R Main Street.
12.
A0285-09
Petition for a new stationary awning from Bucknam Street Market at 63 Bucknam Street.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
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A0234-09 /s/License Committee Report
Relative to communication received from Marc Orlandella, Pres. D/B/A Sports Club Rio at 68 Vine Street. Requesting permission to open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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A0267-09 Resolution/s/Alderman Michael K. Marchese
That the City consider giving a grace period from February 1st to February 28th for all people late on Code Enforcement and Parking Ticket violations to pay up without interest.
15.
A0269-09 Resolution/s/Alderman Michael K. Marchese
That the City consider assessing landlords when apartments having more than one child living in them and are using schools and recreational venues.
NEW BUSINESS
16.
A0280-09 Resolution/s/Aldermen Robert J. Van Campen, L. Charles DiPerri, Sal Sachetta and Michael K. Marchese
That the City of Everett adopt the National League of Cities' Prescription Discount Card Program in order to provide relief to Everett residents who lack health insurance, face high co-payments, or have medical insurance that does not cover needed prescriptions.
17.
A0281-09 Resolution/s/Aldermen Robert J. Van Campen and Sal Sachetta
That the Mayor, Police Chief and Director of City Services appear at this meeting of the Board of Aldermen to provide a status report as to the Administration's efforts to address ongoing traffic and safety concerns in the area of the Norwood Street Municipal Parking Lot.
18.
A0282-09 Resolution/s/Aldermen Robert J. Van Campen and Michael K. Marchese
That the Mayor and City Auditor appear this meeting of the Board of Aldermen to discuss the financial position of the City as the Administration prepares for Fiscal Year 2011.
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A0286-09 Order/s/Alderman L. Charles DiPerri, as President
That in accordance with the provisions of the General Law of Massachusetts, the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized and directed to notify and warn the inhabitants of the City of Everett, qualified to vote as the law requires, to assemble at the several polling places, for and within the several precincts, where they are duly registered voters on TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2009 for the SPECIAL STATE PRIMARY, then and there to give in their votes for the election of the candidates of political parties for the following office:
SENATOR IN CONGRESS
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A0287-09 Order/s/Alderman L. Charles DiPerri, as President
That the polls be opened from 7 o’clock in the morning to 8 o’clock in the evening and the City Clerk to cause all voting places to be properly fitted up for the SPECIAL STATE PRIMARY, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2009.
Be it
Further
Ordered: That the following places be designated as polling places for the above mentioned
SPECIAL STATE PRIMARY, DECEMBER 8, 2009:
Ward 1 Prec. 1 Armory, 90 Chelsea Street
Ward 1 Prec. 2 Armory, 90 Chelsea Street
Ward 1 Prec. 3 Parlin Library, 410 Broadway
Ward 2 Prec. 1 Keverian School, 20 Nichols Street
Ward 2 Prec. 2 Parlin School, 587 Broadway, entrance on Derne Street
Ward 2 Prec. 3 Keverian School, 20 Nichols Street
Ward 3 Prec. 1 Community Center, 21 Whittier Drive
Ward 3 Prec. 2 Recreation Center Building, 47 Elm Street
Ward 3 Prec. 3 Recreation Center Building, 47 Elm Street
Ward 4 Prec. 1 Lafayette School, Edith Street, enter from Bryant Street
Ward 4 Prec. 2 Glendale Towers, Ferry Street
Ward 4 Prec. 3 Lafayette School, Edith Street, enter from Bryant Street
Ward 5 Prec. 1 English School, 105 Woodville Street
Ward 5 Prec. 2 City Hall, Keverian Room, Third Floor, 484 Broadway
Ward 5 Prec. 3 City Hall, Room 25, Second Floor, 484 Broadway
Ward 6 Prec. 1 English School, 105 Woodville Street
Ward 6 Prec. 2 Adams School, 78 Tiles ton Street, enter easterly side
Ward 6 Prec. 3 Adams School, 78 Tileston Street, enter westerly side
21.
A0288-09 Resolution/s/Alderman Jason Marcus
That the CETF Director Frank Nuzzo appear this meeting to discuss concerns about trash pickers and the trouble it is causing.
22.
A0293-09 Resolution/s/Alderman Robert J. Van Campen
Given their critical importance to the people of the City of Everett, that steps be taken to ensure that State Certification for the Parlin and Shute Libraries is not jeopardized as a result of reductions in local aid and/or local budget reductions.
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A0296-09
BOA Worksheet November 23, 2009
1.Sponsor: Alderman Jason Marcus-To repair the sidewalk at 76 Francis Street, at the driveway.
Referred to: City Services Director and Operations Manager.
2. Sponsor: Alderman Wayne A. Matewsky-That the Wire Department contact National Grid to make the streetlights operational at 288 and 296 Chelsea Street due to darkness in the area and residents worried about safety. Lights have been out for several months.
Referred to: City Services Director, Operations Manager and Wire Division.
3.Sponsor: Alderman Michael K. Marchese-That the City install 20MPH speed limit signs along Wilbur Street, both directions.
Referred to: Traffic Commission
Adjournment
Respectfully submitted,
Caroline McCorry
Everett City Council Office
council@ci.everett.ma.us
SCHEDULED MEETINGS
12/7 6:30PM JOINT CONVENTION/PUBLIC HEARING
(12/8/09 SPECIAL STATE PRIMARY FOR SENATOR IN CONGRESS)
12/9 7:00PM COMMON COUNCIL MEETING
12/14 7:00PM BOARD OF ALDERMEN MEETING
12/15 6:00PM BILLS & ACCOUNTS COMMITTEE MEETING
12/21 7:00PM COMMON COUNCIL MEETING
12/28 6:30PM JOINT CONVENTION/PUBLIC HEARING
12/28 7:00PM BOARD OF ALDERMEN MEETING
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