McDonough Funeral Home

Agenda for City Council on December 18, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY DECEMBER 18, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
MAYOR'S BUSINESS
1. Communication - Citation Report - (1) requested by C. Mercier for Shannon Gouveia of City Clerk's Office for donating kidney (12/11/12).
CITY CLERK
2. Minutes of Finance Subcommittee December 4th; Special Meeting December 11th; City Council Meeting December 11th, for acceptance.
CITY AUDITOR
3. Communication - November and December Grants.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication - From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
5. Order - 60 day trial (Pine St)
6. Vote - Authorize Manager Execute MOU Unit “C” 7/1/10-6/30/12
7. Vote - Apply, Accept, Expend Grant ($2,000) from DEP re: recycling
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
8. Wire Insp. - Report of National Grid for: Marginal Street, install new gas main.
9. Wire Insp. - Report of National Grid for: Mort Avenue, new pole location.
GENERAL PETITIONS
10. Misc. - Robert W. Begeal, Lowell, MA request Handicap Parking Sign.
11. Misc. - Francis Farrah, Lowell, MA request Handicap Parking Sign.
UTILITY PETITIONS
12. Pole Location - National Grid and Verizon New England, Inc. request to set (1) new pole at 945 Middlesex Street.
MOTIONS
13. C. Elliott - Req. Finance Subcommittee review Chapter 15 of the Code of Ordinances entitled “Personnel”.
14. C. Martin - Req. City Mgr. develop procedures for final payoffs with Treasurer and Water Dept. and report on same to Council.
15. C. Mercier - Req. City Mgr. and proper department correct the alarm fee/fine situation.
16. C. Kennedy - Req. City Mgr. appoint or re-appoint members to following boards or commissions: Auditorium Comm., Library Bd. of Trustees, COOL Bd., Election Comm., Greater Lowell Workplace Investment Bd., Green Building Comm., License Comm., Lowell Civic Stadium Comm., Animal Advisory Comm., Scholarship Comm., and Taxi-Cab/Livery Comm.

Agenda for City Council on June 12, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JUNE 12, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of City Council Meeting May 22nd, Municipal Facilities SC May 22nd, Special City Council Meeting (City Clerk) May 29th, for acceptance.
2. Communication - From City Clerk, request for referral to Rules Sub/Committee regarding Change of Rule #14.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
3. Vote - Approve Budget FY 2013.
4. Ordinance - Amend §266-85 Reserved Dwelling Parking Spaces.
5. Endorse the Capital Plan.
6. Loan Order-($4,240,000) Capital Improvements.
CITY MANAGER
7. Communication - From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
8. Communication - From City Manager request approval of Out of State Travel (1) DPD.
9. Order-60 day trials (various).
10. Vote-Approve plan change to Acre Urban Revitalization and Development Plan.
11. Communication - From City Manager Appt. Lucille Richards (Solid Waste and Recycling Advisory Committee).
12. Vote - To appoint Thomas Moses as acting City Manager from June 24 to June 30, 2012.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
13. Wire Insp. - Extenet Systems, Inc. - 22 Bowers St. to 666 Merrimack St. hang new wires from #22 Bowers St. to Salem St. to Cabot St. to Pole #1-50 on Cabot St. to 666 Merrimack St.
GENERAL PETITIONS
14. Claims (2) claim for property damage
UTILITY PETITIONS
15. Conduit Location - Comcast of Southern New England, Inc. request to install (1) 3” PVC conduit from an existing man-hole in the roadway near parking space labeled #246 on Merrimack Street.
16. Pole Location - National Grid and Verizon New England request installation of JO anchor 10' off existing pole #5.
17. Pole Location - National Grid request to install 2 poles in the remaining section of Edwards St.
MOTIONS
18. C. Mercier - Request City Mgr. find ways and means to allow an additional discretionary time period with ample warning on city bills before a demand fee is in place.
19. C. Mercier - Request the City look into allowing family day care in the downtown and amend the zoning to allow family day care as an accessory use in the (DMU) zoning district.
20. C. Mercier - Request City Mgr. supply a report and an explanation for the purpose of the annual expenses for all commercial and industrial property uses and the $280.00 fine for not filling out the form and what other communities require this as well.
21. C. Mendonca - Request that the City Manager review the billing process for parking tickets and include the previous unpaid balance on future bills.

Agenda for City Council on May 29, 2012, 06:30 PM

SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given, as required by Rule 6 of the City of Lowell City Council Rules, that the Lowell City Council will hold a Special Meeting of the Lowell City Council in Council Chambers on Tuesday, May 29, 2012 at 6:30 PM. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss matters pertaining to the Office of the City Clerk, including but not necessarily limited to:
VOTE-Acknowledge Timely Receipt Budget FY 13
I. Written Policies and Procedures
II. Ethics Law
III. Open Meeting Law
IV. Data Entry/Computerization of older vital records
V. Board Memberships
VI. Clerk Personnel
VII. Clerk FY 2013 Budget with Strategic Goals and Objectives.
By Order,
Patrick O. Murphy
Michael Q. Geary
City Clerk

Agenda for City Council on May 22, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 22, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of City Council May 15th for acceptance.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Vote - Revocation of prior acceptance of MGL Ch. 44, sec. 53F1/2 regarding the Enterprise Fund establishing the Paul E. Tsongas Arena effective 6/30/12.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication - From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
4. Order-60 day trial (Trotting Park Road (314 - 326)
5. Vote-ratify MOU Local 10 (Superior's) for period 7/1/12-6/30/15
6. Vote-Designate Tom Moses Acting City Manager 5/23/12-5/25/12
7. Vote-transfer $158,860.00 DPW
8. Vote-apply/accept/expend Grant ($15,000) LRWU (upgrade water fluoride equipment)
9. Vote-transfer $38,775 (Grand Manor Assessment work)
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
10. Parks and Recreation SC 5-21-12
11. Municipal Facilities SC 5-22-12
12. Wire Insp. - Report of National Grid for: Installation underground conduit across Bridge Street on sidewalk.
13. Wire Insp. - Report of National Grid and Verizon New England for: Poles being relocated for the new Walgreens Site Cornell St., Columbia St., along Middlesex St.
GENERAL PETITIONS
14. Misc. - Dennis Sargentelli, Lowell, Ma request to address City Council about City Ordinance Chapter 204 (Noise Ordinance).
15. Misc. - Joel Wool, Energy Organizer Clean Water Action, request to address City Council regarding Transparency & Equity in State Energy Efficiency Programs.
16. Claims (2) claims for property damage.
MOTIONS
17. C. Elliott - Request City Council vote to eliminate practice of having police officer attend City Council Meetings.
18. C. Elliott - Request City Mgr. address parking problems from nursing home on Ostrander and Westford Streets.
19. C. Elliott - Request City Mgr. provide report on all recipients of Section 108 and Federal HOME Funds for last 5 yrs.
20. C. Lorrey - Request City Mgr. have proper department provide an updated report regarding the Homebuyer Incentive Program for Institutional Employees as well as its use in the future.
21. C. Lorrey - Request the City Mgr. have proper department report on the feasibility of drafting a Home Rule Petition to exclude out of state companies from being the successful bidder based solely on being the lowest bid.
22. C. Lorrey - Request the City Mgr. update the city Council on discussions concerning Slot Parlors and any State or Local Ordinances that may affect them.
UNANSWERED/NON-RESPONSIVE MOTIONS
23. C. Mercier - Request City Mgr. provide status report of repair work for City Hall Clock.

Agenda for City Council on May 15, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 15, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of City Council May 8th, Transportation SC May 8th, for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
2. Communication - From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
3. Communication - From City Manager request approval of Out of State Travel, (1) DPD; (1) LPD.
4. Order - 60 day trials (various)
5. Vote - Execute Land Disposition Agreement (49 & 55-57 Rock St)
6. Ordinance - Amend §266-85 Reserved Dwelling Parking Spaces
7. Vote - Transfer $7,500 Middlesex Street Streetlight installation
8. Vote - Execute 2nd Amendment to Land Disposition Agreement (110 Canal St.) former Freudenberg Bldg.
9. Vote - Execute Intermunicipal Agreement (38 Fox St., Dracut)
10. Communication - Accept resignation of Marion Dodge - ZBA
11. Communication - Appoint Van Pech - ZBA (alternate)
12. Communication - Appoint Kate Lessard (Immigration Assistance Comm.)
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
GENERAL PETITIONS
13. Misc. - Joseph L. Lepine request City Council approve sewer tie in to residence located at 38 Fox St., Dracut, Ma.
14. Claims (1) claim for personal injury.
MOTIONS
15. C. Martin - Req. City Mgr. report on progress made with implementing downtown regulations suggested by Police Superintendent.
16. C. Martin - Req. City Mgr. have Solicitor report on feasibility of adopting ordinances implementing regulations suggested by the Police Superintendent.
17. C. Lorrey - Req. City Mgr. locate a proper room for City Councillors' use for meetings with constituents and other needs.
18. C. Lorrey - Req. City Mgr. develop a proper plan to annually honor retirees, former board members, volunteers and others who have contributed to the City.

Agenda for City Council on May 08, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 8, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of City Council May 1st, Technology & Utilities SC May 1st, for acceptance.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Lowell Cemetery Corp. 1020 Lawrence Street Lowell, Ma request storage 1,000 gls gasoline/diesel.
UTILITY PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
3. Extenet Systems, Inc. - Request to install fiber optic cable and nodes, antenna on poles Bowers St. to Salem St. and Salem St. to Cabot St.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication - From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
5. Communication - From City Manager request approval of Out of State Travel, (1) Fire.
6. Communication - Appoint Jim Wilde to Historic Board.
7. Vote - Revocation of prior acceptance of MGL Ch. 44, sec. 53F1/2 regarding the Enterprise Fund establishing the Paul E. Tsongas Arena effective 6/30/12.
8. Vote - Transfer and appropriate $27,000 to pay costs associated w/connecting Edwards Field restrooms to City sewer system.
9. Vote - Transfer $160,000 to fund overtime expense in Police Dept.
10. Vote - Transfer and appropriate $4,750 to pay one half of costs of final arena audit and further transfer all remaining funds as of 6/30/12 from Arena Enterprise Fund to General Fund.
11. Vote - Transfer $219,000 from Snow & Ice removal to fund various projects.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
12. Transportation SC Report from May 8th
GENERAL PETITIONS
13. Misc. - Shane Graham-Bevis, Lowell, MA address the City Council regarding Bullying.
MOTIONS
14. C. Kennedy - Req. the City Council approve the sewer tie-in for property located at 38 Fox Street in Dracut, MA.
15. C. Kennedy - Req. the City Mgr. provide the City Council with anticipated date for second Municipal Lien Auction.

Agenda for City Council on May 01, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 1, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of City Council April 10th, Public Safety S/C April 24th, Special Meeting City Council (City Auditor) April 24th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Vote - Amend City Council rules
UTILITY PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
3. National Grid/Verizon New England-Remove and replace poles on Middlesex Street.
4. National Grid-Install underground conduits on Bridge Street.
CITY MANAGER
5. Communication - From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
6. Communication - From City Manager request approval of Out of State Travel, (3) DPD; (3) LPD.
7. Order - 60 day trial (31 Crowley St. and 200 Cross St.)
8. Vote - Approve sidewalk seating agreement 280 Central Inc. dba Ward Eight (280 Central St)
9. Resolution - Support House Bill 1355 regarding mandatory mediation w/Judicial review.
10. Vote - Ratify Memorandum of Understanding Local 1705
11. Vote - Approve Fed FY 2012-2013 Annual Action Plan and Amend Fed FY 2011-2012 Annual Action Plan
12. Vote - Auth Mgr execute License Agreement w/UML to use portion of parking lot at Sheehy Park
13. Vote - Transfer ($12,000) to Cemetery to repair approx. 50 monuments at Edson Cemetery.
14. Vote - Accept Easement from Residents First Development Corp for construction of public infrastructure at River's Edge on the Concord Development site.
15. Communication - Accept resignation from Amie Stevens (Lowell Historic Board)
16. Communication - Reappoint John J. Linnehan to Board of Parks
17. Communication - Reappoint Girard Largay to Cemetery Commission
18. Communication - Reappoint Eleanor Belanger and Joan Bedford to Council on Aging
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
19. Public Safety Sub/Committee Report from April 24, 2012.
20. Technology & Utilities Sub/Committee Report from May 1, 2012.
21. Wire Insp. - National Grid and Verizon New England - Pole location Willie Street.
22. Wire Insp. - National Grid and Verizon New England - (3) Pole locations Middlesex Street.
GENERAL PETITIONS
23. Claims - (1) claim for property damage, (1) claim personal Injury.
24. Misc. - Thomas Lynch, Lowell, Ma request a Handicap Parking Sign 401 Lincoln Street.
25. Misc. - Diego Garcia, Lowell, MA request a Handicap Parking Sign 55 Willow Street.
MOTIONS
26. C. Nuon - Request the City Mgr. have the appropriate department install crosswalk between Branch and Nichols Streets.
27. C. Nuon - Request the City Mgr. have the appropriate department replace street light at 30 Berry Street.
28. C. Mercier - Request the City Mgr. find out what the problem is with the air conditioning unit at the Stoklosa School and what measures will be taken to correct the A/C problem for the summer school students.
29. C. Mercier - Request the City Mgr. report on status of consolidation of Cemetery with DPW crew.
30. C. Lorrey - Request the City Mgr. report on number of private contracts and amount spent on selected departments.
31. C. Lorrey - Request the City Mgr. report on unfilled positions in DPW, City Hall, Police and Fire Departments.
32. C. Lorrey - Request the City Mgr. have proper department report on feasibility of running sewer line to Lowell Youth Soccer Facility.
33. C. Kennedy - Request Mayor create and Ad-Hoc Subcommittee regarding the selling of municipal lien bundles.
34. M. Murphy/C. Nuon - Req. Mgr. develop application for Sustainable Materials Recovery Program grant to increase diversion of organics from waste stream, or to broaden the school recycling program.
35. M. Murphy/C. Nuon - Req. Mgr. explore a Percent for the Arts policy and other ways to encourage public art throughout the city.
36. M. Murphy - Req. Council consider home rule petition to allow public legal notices to be posted on the city website in lieu of current costly requirements.

Agenda for City Council on April 24, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 24, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given, as required by Rule 6 of the City of Lowell City Council Rules, that the Lowell City Council will hold a Special Meeting of the Lowell City Council in Council Chambers on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at 6:30 PM. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss matters pertaining to the Office of the City Auditor, including but not necessarily limited to:
I. Report from Powers & Sullivan Re: FY 2011 Management Letter, Contract of Services
II. Goals and Objectives for FY 2013
III. Discussion regarding monthly reports pursuant to Section 44, City Charter
IV. Report of Rules Sub/Committee
By Order,
Patrick O. Murphy
Michael Q. Geary
City Clerk

Council on vacation (no meeting) April 17, 2012 at the very end of the April 10th meeting a non agenda item a motion to not have the meeing on the 17th was made by Councilor Broderick and it was passed with a majority.

Agenda for City Council on April 10, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 10, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
1. Proclamation: Matthew Boger, New England Organ Bank, recognizing April as Donate Life Month in Lowell.
CITY CLERK
2. Minutes of Special Meeting March 27th, Transportation SC April 3rd, Council Meeting April 3rd for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication - From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
4. Communication - From City Manager Refer for Public Review and Comment period the FY 2012 Edward Byrne Memorial Assistance Local Grant Application.
5. Communication - From City Manager request approval of Out of State Travel, (1) Police, (1) Wastewater.
6. Order - 60 day trial
7. Vote - Transfer funds for Street Lighting
8. Vote - Transfer funds for Veterans' Benefits
9. Communication - Accept resignation of Vesna Nuon from Board of Appeals.
10. Communication - Zoning Board of Appeals Appointments -Appoint Dennis McCarthy to fill position vacated by Vesna Nuon on Board of Appeals, term expiring 6/30/16, and appoint Ms. Melissa M. Carino to fill alternate position vacated by Dennis McCarthy, term expiring 6/30/16.
11. Communication - Accept resignation of Robert B. Mellen, Sr. from Conservation Commission.
12. Communication - Conservation Commission Appointments: Appoint Ms. Katelyn Biedron to fill position vacated by Robert B. Mellen Sr., term expiring 6/30/13; reappoint Christopher Zacharer to 3 year term expiring 6/30/14; reappoint Louisa Varnum and Alysha Lynch to terms expiring 6/30/15.
13. Communication - Reappoint Lynne Brown Zounes to Veteran's Square Committee as City Manager's designee.
14. Communication - From Mayor, Appointment of Robert Page to Veteran's Square Committee as Mayor's designee.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
GENERAL PETITIONS
15. Misc. - John E. Martin, 200 Cross Street, Lowell, Ma request a Handicap Parking Sign.
UTILITY PETITIONS
16. Extenet Systems, Inc. - Request to install fiber optic cable and nodes, antenna on poles Bowers St. to Salem St. and Salem St. to Cabot St.
MOTIONS
17. C. Kennedy - Req. Mgr. report on the unsafe bleachers, debris, plumbing issues and other maintenance issues at Cawley/Stoklosa sports complex.
18. C. Mercier - Req. Mgr. send letter to FERC opposing installation of inflatable dam and not sign MOA.
19. C. Lorrey - Req. Mgr. have proper dept. develop summer safety program for use by departments.
20. C. Lorrey - Req. City Council send letter of support for House Bill 03840 (Police Officers access to probation records).
21. C. Broderick - Req. Mgr. have appropriate dept. work with East Pawtucketville Neighborhood Group regarding signage and streetscape along University Avenue.
22. C. Broderick - Req. Mgr. have Police Dept. work with East Pawtucketville Neighborhood Group and Umass Lowell Police regarding disorderly behavior of students.
23. C. Elliott - Req. City Council vote to instruct City Mgr. to develop the FY13 Budget without property tax increase.
24. C. Elliott - Req. City Council discuss implications regarding Verizon Spectrum purchase, deregulation and effects on consumers in the City.
25. C. Martin - Req. City Council to adopt resolution in support of House Bill 1355 regarding mandatory mediation prior to foreclosure.
26. M. Murphy/C. Lorrey - Req. City Council adopt an Act relative to Living Organ Donation/Live Organ Leave, a law that allows City employees to take 30 days paid leave for live organ donation.

Agenda for City Council on April 03, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 3, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of City Council Meeting March 20th, Transportation SC March 20th, Rules SC March 27th , for acceptance.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Ordinance - Amending Ch. 243 Relative to Naming of Streets.
3. Vote - To increase salaries, stipends for Retirement Board Members.
4. Loan Order - Refinancing Outstanding Bonds for Interest Cost Savings. (From CC Meeting March 13th)
CITY MANAGER
5. Communication - From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
6. Communication - From City Manager recognizing the CBA for the Green Building Excellence Award.
7. Communication - From City Manager request approval of Out of State Travel, (1) Police, (1) DPW.
8. Constable Bond - (1) Bond (Christopher J. McNeill), for approval for term 1/4/2011-1/7/2014.
9. Communication - Four (4) Appointments to Board of Health.
10. Order-60 day traffic regulations.
11. Vote-Apply/Accept/Expend Green Communities Winter 2012 Competitive Grant.
12. Vote-Apply/Accept/Expend Grant from Mass. Historical Commission's FY13 Survey
and Planning Grant Program for staff support for Historic Board.
13. Vote-Apply/Accept/Expend Community Innovation Challenge Grant from
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Executive Office for Administration and Finance, to
develop a statewide performance management system.
14. Vote-Approve MOU between City of Lowell and Lowell Police Association, Inc.
covering period 7/1/10 through 6/30/12.
15. Vote-Authorizing City Manager enter into License Agreement with Greater Boston
Properties, Inc. to encroach upon City property adjacent to southwesterly side of Canal
Place 3 on Market St., Lowell, MA.
16. Vote to Accept $1,000.00 Gift from Believe Media
17. Vote- Authorizing City Manager enter into License Agreement with Believe Media to
enter upon and use gymnasium at LPS Central Office at Rogers School, 43 Highland
Street, Lowell, MA.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
18. Rules SC Report from March 27th
19. Transportation SC Report from April 3rd
GENERAL PETITIONS
20. Claims (1) claim for property damage
21. Misc. Hannah & Joyce Macharia, 29/31 Crowley Street Lowell, Ma- Request a Handicap Parking Sign.
22. Misc. Fuel Storage-Lowell Cemetery Corp. 1020 Lawrence Street Lowell, Ma request storage 1,000 gls gasoline/diesel.
UTILITY PETITIONS
23. National Grid/Verizon New England-Remove and replace poles on Middlesex Street.
24. National Grid-Install underground conduits on Bridge Street.
MOTIONS
25. C. Kennedy - Req. Mgr. find appropriate location for worker's comp exams and remove exam table from Council coat room.
26. C. Kennedy - Req. Mgr. make three appointments or re-appointments to the Conservation Commission.
27. C. Kennedy - Req. Mgr. make two appointments or re-appointments to the Planning Board.
28. C. Kennedy - Req. Mgr. make one appointment to the Board of Appeals and one appointment of alternate to the Board of Appeals.
29. C. Nuon - Req. Mgr. provide the City Council with a comparison of the number of police officers in the City of Lowell with a city comparable in size. (ie. Worcester, Springfield)
30. C. Nuon - Req. Mgr. provide the City Council with a cost analysis of paying police officers overtime versus hiring additional police officers.
31. C. Mercier - Req. Mgr. address the simultaneous billing of water and tax bills.
32. C. Broderick - Req. Mgr. report on ability to provide lacrosse goals and walls for wall ball in some City parks.

Agenda for City Council on March 27, 2012, 06:30 PM

SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given, as required by Rule 6 of the City of Lowell City Council Rules, that the Lowell City Council will hold a Special Meeting of the Lowell City Council in Council Chambers on Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at 6:30 PM. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss matters pertaining to the Office of the City Manager, including but not necessarily limited to:
I. Introduction of the Mayor's Aide; Gregory Page.
II. Lowell Strategic Plan by the School Department.
III. Master Planning Process.
IV. Goals and Objectives of City Manager.
By Order,
Patrick O. Murphy
Michael Q. Geary
City Clerk

Agenda for City Council on March 20, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 20, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of City Council March 13th, Public Safety SC March 13th for acceptance.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Ordinance - Amending Ch. 243 Relative to Naming of Squares.
UTILITY PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
3. National Grid and Verizon New England - Pole location Willie Street.
4. National Grid and Verizon New England - (3) Pole locations Middlesex Street.
CITY MANAGER
5. Communication - From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
6. Communication - From City Manager Request approval Out of State Travel (1) LFD and (2) LPD.
7. Vote - Authorizing the Manager apply/accept/expend grant up to $20M through Federal Dept. of Transportation's "TIGER Discretionary Grant" Program to support the design and construction of significant infrastructure improvements to the Downtown Lowell Transportation Evolution Program.
8. Vote - Declare surplus 812 Gorham Street (Butler School), advertise for sale thru RFP process - minimum bid $265,000.
9. Vote - Authorize Manager accept $1500 gift from Highland Sports Association for use by Parks & Recreation Dept.
10. Order: 60 Day Trial (Various).
11. Communication - Reappointing Susan Lemay (Chairman), Joel Cohen and Karen Golden effective 7/1/12 to Board of Assessors. In interim they shall remain in holdover status.
12. Communication - Appointing Rodney Elliot, as elected official, to Disability Commission.

REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
13. Transportation S/C from 3/20/2012.
14. Wire Insp.-Reports of National Grid and Verizon New England, Pole location Pawtucket Street near University Ave. and Father Morrissette Blvd..
MOTIONS
15. C. Lorrey - Req. City Manager have proper dept. look into expanding recreational programs and costs associated with that.
16. C. Mercier - Req. City Manager find way to increase lighting on Lee St. and on corner of John and Paige Streets.

Agenda for City Council on March 13, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 13, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of City Council March 6th, for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Loan Order - Refinancing Outstanding Bonds for Interest Cost Savings. (From last week)
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication - From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
4. Communication - From City Manager Request approval Out of State Travel (1) LPD.
5. Resolution - In support of House Bill 1111 re An Act allowing citizens 17 years or older to vote in municipal elections.
6. Vote - To increase salaries, stipends for Retirement Board Members.
7. Vote - Special Act Re: Mandatory pilot agreements with charitable organizations.
8. Order - 60 Day Trial (various).
9. Vote - Transfer to satisfy operating expenses in the Police Department.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
Public Safety S/C from 3/13/2012.
GENERAL PETITIONS
10. Misc - Patricia St. Hilaire, 70 Elm Street Lowell, Ma, Request Handicap Parking Sign in front of home.
MOTIONS
11. M. Murphy/C. Lorrey - Request City Council amend Council Rule 26 to allow citizens and employees of the city to be heard on a matter for questions or general comments without registering pro or con on that matter.
12. C. Mercier - Request the City Manager have the proper department amend the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Lowell re: notice to abutters.

Agenda for City Council on March 06, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 6, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
25th Anniversary of the Angkor Dance Troup.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of Special Meeting February 16th, City Council February 21st , Flood Issues SC February 21st, Finance SC February 21st, Youth Services SC February 22nd, Special Meeting February 28th, for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Order - Taking and Acceptance of Technology Drive.(From February 21st City Council Meeting).
UTILITY PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
3. National Grid and Verizon New England - Pole location Pawtucket Street.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
5. Communication - From City Manager request approval Out of State Travel (1) DPD; (1) LPD; and (1) Greater Lowell Workforce Investment Board.
6. Vote endorsing City of Lowell's "Community Garden Program" and authorizing City Manager to enter into licensing agreements with community garden participants.
7. Vote - Authorizing the City of Lowell to Petition the Legislature for Act Relative to Payment of Marriage Fees.
8. Vote - Authorizing City Manager to execute Pow Wow Oak Tree Preservation Covenant.
9. Ordinance - Amending Ch. 243 Relative to Naming of Squares.
10. Order - 60 day trial (various).
11. Loan Order - Refinancing Outstanding Bonds for Interest Cost Savings.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
12. Youth Services S/C Report from 2/22/12.
13. Personnel S/C Report from 3/1/12.
GENERAL PETITIONS
14. Misc. - Attorney Plunkett and Plunkett for Swan Street Development Company, LLC., Req. zoning change from HRC District to TSF at 160.1 Swan Street.
15. Misc. - Joseph Grenham, David Purtell, Joseph Gangi, and Tim Green, Req. permission to speak regarding forced labor accounts of LHA.
16. Misc. - Joseph P. Mahoney, Chairman of Lowell Retirement System, Req. to increase stipend for its Board Members.
17. Claims (2) claim for property damage.
UTILITY PETITIONS
18. Pole Loc. - National Grid and Verizon New England (3) poles Middlesex Street.
19. Pole Loc. - National Grid and Verizon New England (1) pole Willie Street.
MOTIONS
20. C. Mercier - Req. City Mgr. allow insert for next mailing of a questionnaire asking which LTC Municipal program/s does that household watch.
21. C. Mercier - Req. City Mgr. create or enforce a policy to inform abutters of construction in their neighborhood.
22. C. Martin - Req. City Mgr. report on progress of discussions with Comcast regarding movement of municipal programming.
23. C. Kennedy - Req. City Mgr. provide detailed report on expenditures for snow removal this season.
24. C. Lorrey - Req. City Mgr. have proper department check for additional locations for crosswalks on Boylston Street; installation of stop sign at corner of Sixth and Read Street; and installation of stop sign at corner of Totman Road and Varnum Avenue.
25. C. Lorrey/C. Mercier - Req. City Mgr. have proper department replace McQuade Family Veteran Sign at corner of Hudson and Lawrence Street.
26. C. Mendonca - Req. City Mgr. create an inventory of “double” poles owned by each utility company in Lowell - including the date it became a double pole and the estimated date of removal.
27. C. Mendonca - Req. City Council support resolution in support of legislation allowing municipalities to penalize utility companies that allow double poles to remain for longer than 90 days.

Agenda for City Council on February 28, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 28, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given, as required by Rule 6 of the City of Lowell City Council Rules, that the Lowell City Council will hold a Special Meeting of the Lowell City Council in Council Chambers on Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 6:30 PM. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss matters pertaining to the Office of the City Clerk, including but not necessarily limited to:
I. Written Policies/Procedures
II. Ethics Law - Compliance, Acknowledgement
III. Open Meeting Law - Compliance, Acknowledgement
IV. Data Entry - Vital Records
V. Board Memberships
VI. Cross Training
By Order,
Patrick O. Murphy
Michael Q. Geary
City Clerk

Agenda for City Council on February 21, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 21, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. City Council Minutes of February 14th, Education Partnerships SC February 14th, Municipal Facilities SC February 15th for acceptance.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Order - Taking and Acceptance of Technology Drive.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication - From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
4. Communication - From City Manager, request approval Out of State Travel (1) Career Center, (2) Police.
5. Communication - From City Manager Appointments to Lowell Historic Board, ReAppoint-Rachel Edlund as AIA Mass Member for 2 yrs, and Appoint-George Villaras as Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce Member for 2 yrs.
6. Vote - Transfer $18,000 from Perpetual Care Interest Fund #8406 to Cemetery Division Overtime Account, Appropriation #04914151-513000.
7. Vote - Transfer $25,000 from Sale of Lots Fund #1723 to Cemetery-Professional Services, Appropriation #04914151-530000.
8. Vote - Transfer $375,000.00 from Free Cash General Fund to School Appropriation and transfer $1,722,507.00 from Free Cash General Fund to Stabilization Fund.
9. Resolution - City Council in opposition to proposed cuts in MBTA services as well as significant planned increases in fares.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
10. Municipal Facilities SC Report from 2/15/12
11. Special Meeting Report from 2/16/12
12. Flood SC Report from 2/21/12
13. Finance SC Report from 2/21/12
MOTIONS
14. C. Martin - Req. City Mgr. report on Comcast's intent to move Lowell Cable channel 10 to channel 99 on March 20, 2012.
15. M. Murphy/C. Broderick - Req. City Mgr. explore potential expansion of Lowell Stat Program to analyze public safety, quality of life and economic indicators in the downtown & neighborhood business districts.

Agenda for City Council on February 14, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 14, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of February 7th, Transportation S/C February 7th for acceptance.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Ordinance - Amend Article V s9-15 Planning Board Membership.
3. Ordinance - Amend Ch. 87 - Adult Establishments.
4. Ordinance -Zoning Amendment Ch. 290-Adult Establishments.
CITY MANAGER
5. Communication-From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
6. Order - 60 day trial (stop sign, Queen St)
7. Vote - Ratify Memorandum of Understanding City of Lowell and Lowell Traffic Supervisors Association
8. Vote - Ratify Memorandum of Understanding City of Lowell and New England Police Benevolent Association, Local 10
9. Vote - Ratify Memorandum of Understanding City of Lowell and Lowell Organization of City Engineers
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
10. City Council Education Partnerships Sub/Committee from February 14, 2012.
GENERAL PETITIONS
11. Claims (1) claim for property damage.
UTILITY PETITIONS
12. National Grid and Verizon New England - Pole location Pawtucket Street.
MOTIONS
13. C. Martin - Req. City Mgr. have City Solicitor with License Comm. report on regulation and policies requiring licensed liquor establishments to hire detail police officers.
14. C. Martin - Req. City Mgr. have City Solicitor report on the legality or changes in law needed to require licensed establishments hire detail officers.
15. C. Martin - Req. City Mgr. report on the estimated completion date for repairs to Central Street Bridge over Pawtucket Canal.
16. C. Lorrey - Req. City Mgr. ask all new board appointees to appear before city council.
17. C. Elliott - Req. City Council discuss permitting of construction of 44 Waugh Street.
18. M. Murphy/C. Nuon - Req. Mgr. develop recommendations for more stringent policies and regulation of liquor establishments, and improved enforcement mechanisms for consideration by the License Commission.
19. M. Murphy/C. Mercier - Req. Mgr. report on establishment of fund through the Lowell Prescription Drug Discount Program to support opiate abuse prevention efforts.
20. M. Murphy/C. Mendonca - Req. Mgr. report on potential partnership with UML on the Gig. U University Community Next Generation Innovation Project.
21. M. Murphy/C. Martin - Req. Mgr. report on progress of the REEL program and plan to encourage more public participation.
22. M. Murphy/C. Lorrey - Req. Mgr. develop plan to raise participation of qualified residents in EITC program, including links to website, information at public buildings, etc.
23. M. Murphy/C. Kennedy - Req. City Council support a resolution, drafted by the law department, to join the city manager in opposition to the proposed cuts to MBTA service.
24. M. Murphy/C. Elliott - Req. City Clerk report data on Open Meeting Law and State Ethics packets issued, percentage passed, and plan for full compliance.
25. M. Murphy/C. Broderick - Req. Mgr. report on renovation of city website to encourage greater use of online services, new forms of public engagement and increased potential for marketing and business development.

Agenda for City Council on February 07, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 7, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of City Council January 31st, Minutes of City Council Rules Sub/Committee January 31st for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Vote - Accept proposal of Community Teamwork, Inc. ($178,001.00) & convey 391 Pawtucket St., Lot A.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
3. Ordinance-Amend Zoning (169.1 169.2 Bridge St.) SGOD Amend s.9.6.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
5. Order - 60 Day Trial (Various).
6. Vote - Accept gift ($6,302) from Community Teamwork, Inc.
7. Vote - Transfer $273,523.05 to HOME Program.
8. Vote - Auth Mgr. Execute Lease (VYO-Boston, Inc.) 740 Aiken St. - Parking.
9. Communication - Re-Appt. Susan Lemay, Joel Cohen and Karen Golden (Board of Assessors).
10. Communication - Appt. Jude DeHart and Re-Appt. Marcella Szczepanik, Troix Bettencourt, Brent Rourke, Suellen O'Neil, David Robinson, Jackie Hayes, Nicole Nickerson, Dorothy Duval and Janet Barsorian to the Hunger Homeless Commission.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
11. City Council Rules Sub/Committee from January 31, 2012
MOTIONS
12. C. Elliott - Req. the City Council Youth Services S/C meet with UTEC Re: Vote Initiative.
13. C. Kennedy - Req. City Mgr. develop aggressive plan to collect delinquent real estate taxes.
14. C. Kennedy - Req. City Mgr. make three (3) appointments to the Board of Assessors.
15. C. Kennedy - Req. City Clerk provide a list of all Boards and Commissions along with expiration dates of members.
16. C. Mendonca - Req. City Mgr. have City Solicitor provide summary of pending lawsuits pursuant to Ch. 50 Sec. 7 (A)(3) of Charter.
17. C. Mercier - Req. City Mgr. provide updated list of all department head phone numbers.

Agenda for City Council on January 31, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 31, 2011
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of January 24th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Petition from Atty. Douglas E. Hausler, Attorney for Dennis and George Scannell. RE: Construction of billboard along Lowell Connector in Tanner Street property.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
3. Ordinance - Quarterly Traffic January 2012.
4. Ordinance - Amend Chapter 171 “Health and Sanitation” s. 171-13 “Refuse Dumpsters”.
5. Ordinance - Amend Ch. 150 Fees (Dumpster Fines).
CITY MANAGER
6. Communication-From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
7. Communication - From City Manager request approval Out of State Travel Police (1), Library (1).
8. Vote - Apply/Accept/Expend ($400,000.00) Brownfields Multi-Purpose Pilot Grant.
9. Order - Taking and Acceptance of Technology Drive.
10. Communication - From City Manager regarding Presentation of Goals/Objectives.
11. Communication - From City Manager regarding Zoning Amendment-Adult Establishments.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
12. Rules Sub/Committee report from January 31st.
13. Wire Insp. - Report of National Grid for: 11-17 Mort Avenue, extend Gas Main.
GENERAL PETITIONS
14. Claims (1) claim for Personal Injury
MOTIONS
15. C. Lorrey - Req. City Council refer to Education Partnerships Sub/Committee RE: UML projects.
16. C. Elliott - Req. City Mgr. have Department of Environmental Protection report on handling of asbestos during LHA renovations.
17. C. Elliott - Req. City Mgr. have the proper state or federal agency report on handing of lead paint during LHA renovations.
18. C. Nuon - Req. City Mgr. report on cash receipt policy.
19. M. Murphy/C. Mendonca - Req. City Mgr. report on potential for consolidation into single work order system for school and municipal facilities.
20. C. Mercier - Req. City Mgr. have New City Treasurer come before and meet with Council and public and have future dept. head hires do as well.

Agenda for City Council on January 24, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 24, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of January 17th for acceptance.
2. Vote - Auth. Mayor execute a retirement board application.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
3. Communication - Appointment Walter (Tim) Green to Lowell Housing Authority.
4. Petition from Atty. Douglas E. Hausler, Attorney for Dennis and George Scannell. RE: Construction of billboard along Lowell Connector in Tanner Street property.
CITY MANAGER
5. Communication-From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
6. Communication - From City Manager request approval Out of State Travel (1) DPD.
7. Vote - Transfer $28,002 to purchase Animal Control Van.
8. Vote - Ratify Local 853 memorandum of Understanding.
9. Vote - Authorizing the City of Lowell to Petition the Legislature regarding Marriage Fee's in City Clerks Office.
10. Ordinance - Amend Article V s9-15 Planning Board Membership.
11. Ordinance - Amend Ch 87 - Adult Establishments.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
MOTIONS
12. C. Mercier - City Council set policy as standard procedure to automatically lower the flag on city property to half staff when elected officials die.
13. C. Martin - Req. City Mgr. have proper department report on steps needed to implement Smart Policing procedures in the city.
14. C. Lorrey - Req. City Mgr. contact proper department about parking restrictions in and around 600 Central St. & 26 Lawrence St.
15. C. Kennedy - Req. City Mgr. have the Law Dept. prepare a Home Rule Petition allowing the City of Lowell to collect limited real estate taxes from real estate property that is currently tax exempt under the following provisions.
16. C. Elliott - Req. the Flood Sub/Committee meet to get an update on the status of the proposed crest gate dam.
17. C. Elliott - Req. City Mgr. provide an update on the status of the street light program.
18. C. Elliott - Req. City Council adopt a policy to require the City Manager to submit resumes of applicants for all Boards and Commissions that require City Council confirmation.

Agenda for City Council on January 17, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 17, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of January 10th, for acceptance.
Vote - Auth. Mayor execute a retirement board application.
UTILITY PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
3. National Grid - Gas Main Extension on Mort Avenue.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
5. Communication - From City Manager request approval Out of State Travel (1) Police
6. Communication - From Planning Board Report and Recommendation on Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment extending the “Downtown Lowell Smart Growth Zoning Overlay District” and replacing section 9.6.7(5) “Maximum Non-Residential Use” w/Ordinance.
7. Vote - Accept proposal of Community Teamwork, Inc. ($178,001.00) and convey 391 Pawtucket Street, Lot A.
8. Vote - Auth. Mgr. execute license agreement to Parth Reality, LLC.
9. Vote - Apply/Accept/Expend Grant ($60,000.00) FY 2012, 2013 - Mass In Motion Community Transformation.
10. Communication - Appointment Walter (Tim) Green to Lowell Housing Authority.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
GENERAL PETITIONS
11. Misc. - Douglas E. Hausler, Attorney for Dennis and George Scannell. RE: Construction of billboard along Lowell Connector in Tanner Street property.
MOTIONS
12. C. Kennedy - Req. City Mgr. have proper dept. replace dead end sign at end of Cheryl Lee Lane.
13. C. Lorrey - Req. City Mgr. have proper dept. give an update report as to the synchronization of traffic lights in the City.
14. C. Nuon - Req. City Mgr. provide information about after school programs available in the City.

Agenda for City Council on January 10, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 10, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of January 3rd, Inaugural minutes January 3rd for acceptance.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Ordinance - Amend Ch. 150 Fees (snow removal tow during or as a result of snow emergency)
3. Ordinance - Amend s. 266-85. Reserved dwelling parking space.
4. Ordinance - Amend Ch. 150 Fees (Reserved Dwelling Parking Spaces)
5. Ordinance -Create one Outreach Coordinator (grant funded) and establishing the salary therefore in the Police Department.
CITY MANAGER
6. Communication-From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
7. Communication - From City Manager presentation on municipal aggregation.
8. Ordinance - Quarterly Traffic January 2012.
9. Ordinance - Amend Chapter 171 “Health and Sanitation” s. 171-13 “Refuse Dumpsters”.
10. Ordinance - Amend Ch. 150 Fees (Dumpster Fines).
11. Vote - Accept gift ($500.00 Mayor's Holiday Reception) from Comcast.
12. Communication - Accept Resignation of Stephen Laput (Library Board of Trustees).
13. Communication - Appoint Jennifer Barrelle (Library Board of Trustees).
14. Communication - From City Manager request approval out of state travel (2) police.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
15. Acceptance of the City Council subcommittees for the 2012-2013 term.
GENERAL PETITIONS
16. Claims (1) claim for property damage
MOTIONS
17. C. Lorrey - Req. Mgr. contact proper dept. to develop program to flood city parks and/or property to enable ice skating.
18. C. Lorrey - Req. Mgr. contact proper dept. about replacing monument at Victory Park at the corner of England and Woburn St.
19. C. Mercier - Req. Mgr. have law dept. draw proper ord. to amend MGL ch. 46, s. 26 to prevent practice which allows clerks and asst. clerks to collect wedding fees.
20. C. Mercier - Req. Mgr. have law dept. revisit the Textile Memorial Bridge and allow bridge to stand.
21. C. Elliott - Req. Mgr. explain why he did not inform the Council of permitting problems at LHA.
22. C. Elliott - Req. Mgr. explain decision to instruct former Building Commissioner to issue plumbing/gas fitting permits to LHA.
23. C. Mendonca - Req. Mgr. report on status of the repairs to City Hall clock.
24. C. Mendonca - Req. Mgr. have law dept. prepare proper vote to add alternate/associate members to Planning Board.
25. M. Murphy/C. Mendonca - Req. Council amend meetings schedule to provide quarterly special meetings for Auditor, Clerk, and Manager.

Agenda for City Council on January 03, 2012, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 3, 2012
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of December 20th, Ad/Hoc Clerk Oversight S/C December 15th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
2. Communication-From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
3. Vote - Accept gift ($200.00 Mayor's Holiday Reception) from Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
4. Order - 60 Day Trial (Barbara Street).
5. Vote - Transfer $40K to Treasurers Office.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
6. Wire Inspector - Report of National Grid and Verizon of New England for (1) Pole Location Middlesex St.
GENERAL PETITIONS
7. Misc. - Parth Realty, LLC, Request for a Grant of Access Easement (1088-1100 Gorham Street).
8. Claims (2) Claims for Property Damage, (1) Claim for Personal Injury.
UTILITY PETITIONS
9. Gas Main - National Grid to extend gas main 65' along Mort Ave.
MOTIONS
10. C. Mercier - Req Mgr have law department prepare a deed and vote to Council to accept, with provisions and restrictions, for the protection of Pow Wow Oak Tree.
11. C. Mercier - Req the Council vote permission for Pow Wow Oak Protectors to install a plaque at their own expense.

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LOWELL MASSACHUSETTS CITY COUNCIL AGENDA