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FROM JANUARY 3, 2006 THROUGH DECEMBER 11, 2007
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LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY DECEMBER 11, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation- Tom Parrish Executive Director of the MRT, annual report.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of December 4th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Appointment-Vincenzo Milinazzo to the Council on Aging.
Appointment-Richard Bienvenue as Alternate on Board of Appeals.
Vote-Accept application of Noreen & Deborah Costopoulos for property on Lexington Ave.
Vote-Enter into License Agreement w/Watermark Environmental @ 324 Jackson St.
Vote-Accept gift from Rachelle McKenzie $1,444 for Parks & Rec. Dept.
Vote-Execute Temporary Easement to St. Josephs Apartments & COA on Moody St.
Resignation-Formal resignation of James Armstrong from Conservation Commission.
Vote-Enter into License Agreement w/Sangria's for overhanging awning.
Vote-Accept gift from anonymous donor $10,000 for Council on Aging.
Vote-Fiscal 2008 Budget Adjustment.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Jeronima Conde 21 Watson St. req. HP sign.
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. report on failing furnace @ Reilly School.
C. Elliott-Req. Law Dept. develop Ordinance to Prohibit Hunting in State Forest.
Agenda for City Council on December 04, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
NOVEMBER 30, 2007 2:29 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY DECEMBER 4, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-King Angwafo III of Mankon from Cameroon West Africa.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of November 27th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Vote-Adopting the Minimum Residential Factor.
Conduit Loc.-Verizon to locate 53 ft. conduit in Western Ave.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Loan Order-To borrow $5,000,000 for financing upgrades @WWTP.
Vote-Ch. 44, Sec 31D, to incur liability re: snow/ice removal.
Communication-Accept resignation James Armstrong from Conservation Comm.
Appointment-Alysha Lynch to Conservation Commission.
Communication-Accept resignation Donna McMahon from Board of Appeals.
Appointment-John Knox to the Board of Appeals.
Appointment-Robert Cronin, Veterans Council, to Auditorium Board.
Resolution-Supporting the Mass Recycles Paper Campaign.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
Wire Insp.-Verizon req. for 1 pole & 10 ft. conduit in W. 6th St.
PETITIONS
Conduit Loc.-National Grid to place 10 ft conduit in Morey St.
Misc.-Atty. James Flood Jr. for Frawley Realty Trust req. No Parking, Andrews St. near new development.
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr & Tres. Report on number of Tax Foreclosures in Lowell FY07.
C. Elliott-Req. Finance Audit Oversight S/C meet re:Schedule A Report to DOR.
C. A. Mercier-Req. Mgr. extend contract for Leaf Pick-up.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. contact National Grid re:double pole corner Moore/Gorham St.
M. Martin-Req. Council name appointments to LTC Board.
Agenda for City Council on November 27, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
NOVEMBER 23, 2007 2:19 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 27, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of November 20th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Loan Order-To borrow $1,436,000 for Phase I Auditorium Renovations etc.
Ordinance-Chapter 18, Rates & Charges, Water Rates.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From Planning Board, recommendation on Zoning Ordinance re:Large Commercial Vehicles, with Ordinances.
Vote-License Agreement w/Sim Chhuon for encroachment at Coral/Leroy Sts.
Vote-Except/Expend grant $500,000 from Comm. Mass. for JAM/Hamilton Canal Dist.
Appointments-Anne Chalupka & Kristin Ross-Sitcawich to Conservation Commission.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-St. Joseph's Apartments & Coalition for Better Acre req. easement 497 Moody St.
Claim-1 claim, property damage
MOTIONS
C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. report on plans for Maintenance/Renovations exterior of Moody School.
Agenda for City
Council on November 20, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
NOVEMBER 16, 2007 2:07 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 20, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of November 13th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Pole loc/Conduit Loc.-Verizon 10 ft conduit & 1 pole W. Sixth St.
Vote-Reduce weight limit of University Ave. Bridge to 4T.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Communication-Accept resignation of Maxine Farkas from Cultural Council.
$15,000 Fire, Funeral Services from Fire, Buy Back Sick Leave.
Order-60 Day Trial (Stanley Street).
Vote-Authorizing revised budget amount of $4,785,87 for the Lowell Morey School.
Re-Appointment of Walter Flynn to Lowell Housing Authority.
Resignation Felicia Sullivan Lowell Cultural Council.
Vote-Approve applications for allocation of Commercial Revit. Deduct (CRD IRS Code §1400I) of JAM Arts, LLC Nokode Holdings, LLC; Wisitaree Corp; John Ho; and Kazanjian Enterprises, Inc.
REPORTS(Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Danubia Santiago 192 Suffolk St. req. HP Sign.
Atty. James Flood Jr. Req. City accept extension of Westview Rd.
Conduit-Verizon Req. 53 ft. conduit in Western Ave.
MOTIONS
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. report on proposed UMass Lowell Student Housing on Perkins St.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. provide copy of letter from State Dept. Public Records, & status report on settlement w/DRA re: Stoklosa School.
Agenda for City Council on November 13, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
NOVEMBER 9, 2007 2:15 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 13, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation by Gunther Wellenstein, Recycling Coordinator, address City Council re: America Recycles Day.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of November 6th for acceptance
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Ordinance-Amending Zoning Regulations, various sections.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Vote-Lease 12 parking spaces (Roy Garage) to US Gov't for recruiting office on Middle St. ($9,216.00).
Vote-Auth. Mgr. request approval from DHCD of plan change to acre Urban Revitalization and Development Plan.
Ordinance- Amend Ch. 18, Article IV entitled "Rates and Charges"(water rate increase).
Loan Order-$1,436,000 Memorial Auditorium Improvements.
Vote-Accept gift (30 ornamental and shade trees) from Kennedy and Company Landscaping, Nursery and Garden Center.
Appointment-Richard Douglas to Cultural Council.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Claims-1 claim, property damage
Misc.-Atty. James Flood Jr. for Lexy Development LLC req. No Parking 1881-1883 Middlesex St.
MOTIONS
C.R. Mercier-Req. Council offer invite Councillors Elect to attend remaining meetings.
C.R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have LPD be more informative by utilizing E911 alerting neighborhoods of increases in crime in specific areas.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on marketing efforts re: The Lowell Devils to increase ticket sales of the Arena.
Agenda for City Council on November 06, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
NOVEMBER 2, 2007 2:11 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 6, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of October 30th for acceptance
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests
Communication-From Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
Communication-From Manager, proposed Indemnification Policy.
$95,000 Demolition Acct. from Sale of Property.
PETITIONS
Pole loc/Conduits-Verizon req. pole loc. and 10ft conduit in W. 6th St.
Easements-National Grid for Easement on Middlesex St.
Misc.-Dianne Corbin, Director South Bay Early Intervention 148 Warren St. req. address parking spaces in front of business.
Sangria's Bar & Grill 179 Central St. req replacement awning overhanging sidewalk.
Agenda for City Council on October 30, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
OCTOBER 26, 2007 2:17 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY OCTOBER 30, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Citation-To Janet Pitzer & Linda Williams of the Welles Emporium
CITY CLERK
Minutes of October 23rd for acceptance.
UNFININSHED BUSINESS
Vote-Declaring 26-28 Lawrence St. surplus and seek proposals under Ch. 30B
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Keyspan Energy-Req. 1,000 ft Gas Main in Pine St.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Mgr. responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Vote-Apply/accept/expend grant Fire Dept. Executive Office of Health & Human Services $7,000 provide funding for training on (2) Mass Decontamination Units.
Vote-Apply/accept/expend grant Fire Dept. Executive Office of Public Safety $500 for emergency planning.
Vote-Accept Gift $300 from Mitchell Family towards Lowell Police Training.
Vote-Apply/accept/expend grant Council on Aging Merrimack Valley Nutrition Program $15,000 provide lunch supplies for the operation of the weekly lunch program for senior citizens at the senior center.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Claims-Glynn, Landry, Harrington & Rice, LLP, Attorneys at Law Braintree, MA, Rudy et al vs. City of Lowell- Civil Action
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. name playground @ McInerney Park for John & Chilla Maher.
C. Elliott-Req. City Mgr. update Council on number of venues being held @ Tsongas Arena.
C. Mendonca-Req. City Mgr. report on Fire Station closings in each of past 3 quarters.
M. Martin-Req. City Mgr. have Traffic Engineer investigate erecting One Way sign @ Dublin & Cork Sts.
C.R. Mercier-Req. name new softball field @ Shedd Park for Kelly L. Page.
Agenda for City Council on October 23, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
OCTOBER 19, 2007
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY OCTOBER 23, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of October 16th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
Vote-Auth Mgr. apply/accept/expend grant $200,000 from EPA Brownfields Grant.
Vote-Auth Mgr. apply/accept/expend 3 grants from EPA Brownfields Assessment.
Vote-Declaring surplus, property at 26-28 Lawrence St., under Ch. 30B.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Claims-1 claim property damage
Misc.-Daniel Couture address Council re:Police 3/2 Work Schedule & Middlesex Shelter.
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Local Delegation file legislation to change laws re:Siting of Group Homes in cities & towns etc.
C. Milinazzo-Req. the Mgr. provide the most recent Uniform Crime Report and said report be forwarded to Public Safety S/C.
Agenda for City Council on October 16, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
OCTOBER 12, 2007 2:19 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY OCTOBER 16, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of October 9th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Order of Taking-Charrant Rd. Extension and Perron Way.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Pole loc.-National Grid to place 1 pole Rogers St. (from last week)
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Order-60 Day trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations
Vote-Amend Hockey Lease Agreement (3ys) LACSC & UML.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Gas Mains-Keyspan request to place 1,000 ft gas mains in Pine St.
Misc.-United Wood Floor Supplies 26 Lincoln St. req. post sign on Lincoln/Chelmsford Sts.
William Rawnsley-Req. address Council re: Shelter and Traffic Safety on Lawrence St.
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. take proper steps to rededicate Hadley Field
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on complaints against BFI.
Agenda for City Council on October 09, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
OCTOBER 5, 2007 2:11 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY OCTOBER 9, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Proclamation-National Physical Therapy Month presented to Deirdra Murphy of UML.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of October 2nd for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (scheduled for 7PM
Ordinance-Ch. 13, Motor Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
Order of Taking-Charrant Rd. Extension & Perron Way.
National Grid-Req. 1 pole loc. Rogers St.
Verizon-Req. Conduits in Middlesex St.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval of Out of State Travel.
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
Vote-Auth Mgr. apply/accept/expend grant of $2,898 from Elder Affairs.
Re-Appointment-William Sheehan to Council on Aging.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Friend's of Jack's Bridge aka University Ave Bridge re:Saving Bridge.
Marianne & Joseph Corcoran 378 Parker St. req. re:Traffic Concerns Parker St.
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. meet w/Shelter Management re:Courtyard Issues.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. provide relief for businesses on Chelmsford St. re: Street Closing etc.
C. Broderick-Req. Council begin performance review process for City Auditor.
C. A. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have DPD provide progress report on Acre Plan.
C. Mendonca-Req. City Ordinances be posted on the City Web-Site.
Agenda for City Council on October 02, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 2:14 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY OCTOBER 2, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-From Mayor re: Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of September 25th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From Planning Board, recommendation on Zoning Amendments.
Reappointment-Joseph Clermont to the Planning Board.
Communication-From City Manager req. appointment Matthew Coggins acting City Manager.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
Wire Insp.-National Grid to place poles Beacon, Marlborough, Arch Sts.
PETITIONS
Misc.-North East Interiors req. Construction Easement for St. Joseph's Apartment Project 511 Moody St.
EDI Electrical Distributors 74 Middlesex St.-Req. Loading Zone.
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on odor remediation project at Wastewater Facility.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr clarify city's position re:health insurance costs & employee contributions, including retirees.
Agenda for City Council on September 25, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
SEPTEMBER 21, 2007 2:15 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 25, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Gunther Wellenstein, Recycling Coordinator address Council re:Recycling Week.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of September 11th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Order-Vacate, discontinue and abandon portion Border Street.
PUBLIC HEARINGS(Scheduled for 7PM)
Vote-Accept Provision of Sec.5K of Ch.59 MGL.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Constable Bond-Geovanna Ramos 172 Middle St. Lowell, Ma.
Vote-Accept donation from Friends of Shedd Park $24,000.00
Vote-Accept proposal of Loon Hill Development $310,000 for 104 W. Meadow Rd.
Ordinance-Ch. 13, Motor Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance
Vote-Accept provisions of MGL Ch. 41, Sec. 100G1/4.
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
Loan Order-Rescinding previous vote re: Tsongas Ice Surface $935,000
Vote-Auth Mgr. execute assignment of lease (parking spaces), Leroy St. Lot.
Order of Taking-Acceptance of Charant Rd. Extension, Perron Way.
Vote-Auth Mgr. apply,accept, expend grant $50,000 for Concord River Greenway.
Vote-Auth Mgr. apply,accept, expend grant $450,000 for renovations 9 city parks.
Vote-Approve transfer of funds from Sale of Lots Fund to Cemetery General Improvements.
REPORTS(Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Dianne Corbin of South Bay Early Intervention-Request to make spaces available at 148 Warren Street Lowell.
Deolinda Bettencourt, Lowell, MA-Request to move Handicap Parking Sign from 759 Broadway St. to 505 Central St.
Atty. James Flood for Applewood Construction Hickory Hill Estates-Request City Accept Streets.
Atty. James Flood for Sim Chhuon 308 Westford St. req. License Agreement for parking spaces.
Pat Hansen 22 Merrill St. req. HP Sign.
Pole Loc.-National Grid-1 pole location Rogers St.
Conduits-Verizon-Conduits in Middlesex St.
Claims-1 claim property damage.
MOTIONS
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. make safe, playground @ Pyne School.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on proposed expansion of Treatment Facility on Rock St.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. place crosswalk @ Grafton/Woburn Sts.
Agenda for City Council on September 11, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
SEPTEMBER 7, 2007 2:13 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 11, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Citation-From Mayor to Patty Stella new owner Centro Restaurant & Bar.
Proclamation-To Debra Katt-Lloyd, Northeast Office Alzheimer's Assoc. for World Alzheimer's Day.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of August 28th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Loan Order-To borrow $2.2 Million for E-911 Communication Center.
Pole locations-National Grid, Beacon St., Arch St. & Marlborough St.
Order-To vacate, discontinue and abandon portion of Border St.
CITY MANAGER
Communications-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Vote-Auth. Filing legislation to allow city to lease Retail Spaces in Middlesex St. Garage.
Vote-Accept provisions of MGL Ch. 59, Sec 5K, Reduced Taxes for seniors in exchange for volunteer services.
Communication-From Mgr accepting resignation William Bailey from Board of Health.
Appointment-Kerry A. Hall to Board of Health.
Appointment-Susan Purdy, Joan Bedford to Council on Aging.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
MOTIONS
C. R. Mercier/C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr release documents from Independent Audit, Stoklosa School.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. renovate ladies room in City hall.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. re-stripe Rogers St.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr/DPW explore pilot program of Speed Humps @ School Zones.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. address sidewalk conditions on Worthen St. in vicinity of Whistler House.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. address sidewalk conditions on Stevens St. in vicinity of St. Margaret's Church.
C. Mendonca-Req. Auditor report on Free Cash resulting from FY 2007.
M. Martin-Req. Mgr. have police enforce No Parking on Stevens St. from Westford to Middlesex St.
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
AUGUST 24, 2007 2:21 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
RUGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY AUGUST 28, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of August 14th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Loan Order-To borrow $200,000 for improvements to University Ave. Bridge.
Ordinance-Amend Zoning Ordinance re: Priority Development Site.
Pole Loc.-Nation Grid- 1 pole Arch St., 1 pole Marlborough St.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From Manager request approval of Out of State Travels.
Communication-From Manager presentation LGH Master Plan.
Vote-Accept deed re: Enchanted Forest-Charant Rd Ext.& Perron Way and Future Right of Way.
Order-60 Day Trial, Various.
Order-Abandon portion Border St.
Communication- Appt to Industrial Development Finance Authority, Robert Gilman (Financial)/James Cook (R.E.)/Matthew Coggins (Govt exp).
Communication-Resignation of James Boenis (COA).
Vote-Accept MGL Ch.59 S5K (Property tax reduced for seniors (60yrs+) in exchange for volunteer Services).
Vote-Accept application of James Fitzgerald ($180.00) Lot C 95 W. Sixth St, and application of Jirair and Joanne Avakian ($180.00) Lot D 95 W. Sixth St. "Yard Sale Program.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
National Grid-1 pole loc. Beacon St.
Misc. Hope Community Christian Union Church-Req. easement to make use of the garage near Butler Middle School for parking.
Claims-1 claim personal injury.
MOTIONS
C. R. Mercier-Req. Council take action to change Charter re: Preliminary Elections.
M. Martin-Req. proper dept. repair guardrail @ 24-26 Liberty St.
M. Martin-Req. transfer (4) parking spaces from Leroy St. Parking Lot for 327 Westford St.
C. Caulfield-Req. proper dept. address road conditions between Darby Way to 55 Totman Rd.
C. Caulfield-Req. proper dept. power wash and clean the Mack Plaza corner of Market St. and Shattuck St.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. begin preparing necessary Ordinances required to support Bio Nano Tech. Ctr.
C. Broderick-Req. extend the City Mgr.'s contract 2 yrs & refer to Personnel S/C for recommendation.
C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. ascertain and report on the State's plans for the current Superior and District Court sites after their functions are moved to the new Judicial Center.
C.R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. if possible to set tax rate by 9/30
C.R. Mercier-Req. status of city's property re-evaluation and new assessments.
Agenda for
City Council on August 14, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
AUGUST 10, 2007 2:14 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY AUGUST 14, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Proclamation-to Lowell Community Health Center for "Health Week".
CITY CLERK
Minutes of July 24th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Loan Order-To borrow $5,500,000 for sewer line cleaning/replacement etc.
Ordinance-Ch. 13, Motor Vehicles & Traffic, Chelmsford/Plain/Powell St. Plan.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communiation-From Manager request approval of Out of State Travel.
Communication-Resignation Frank McCabe from Conservation Commission & Thomas Machado from Council on Aging.
Communication-Appointment William Bailey to Board of Appeals.
Communication-Appointment David Hall to License Commission.
Vote-Access Easement 21-39 Perkins St., Pilot Perkins LLC
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
Vote-Enter into License Agreement w/Watermark Environmental for city property.
Vote-Declare surplus 851 Lawrence St. & 20 Greenwood St.
Vote-Auth. Mgr. request approval from DCHD for plan change Acre Revitalization.
Vote-Auth Mgr. apply/accept/expend grant for Concord River Greenway & rescind previous vote.
Vote-Declare surplus 125 Lexington Ave. & 133 Lexington Ave, under 30B.
Loan Order-$2.2 million dollars for financing upgrades to the Public Safety 911 Communications and Emergency Operations Center.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Pole loc.-National Grid to place 1 pole Arch St. and 1 pole Marlborough St.
Claims-2 claims property damage, 2 claims personal injury.
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. 2 speed limit signs on Pine St. @ Health Dept. & Georgia Ave.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on status license/permit for Hydro Plant on River.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. replace sidewalk from Fayette to High St.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. re-install HP Ramp @ Davidson St.
C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. report on status of Capital Plan for City.
C. Elliott-Req. Auditor report on performance of City Pension System.
C. Elliott-Req. Law Dept. work w/DEP to take legal action vs/Pan Am RR re: violations to Clean Air Act.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on pending bill in Legislature re:Taxing Utilities Properties & plan to address school finding gap of $800,000.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr./Assessors provide update on revaluation for new fiscal year.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. place Stop Sign on Prospect St. @ Butler Ave
C. R. Mercier-Req. addt'l insert in Tax Bills, to make possible, contributions for annual 4th July Fireworks Display.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Council take necessary action to eliminate Preliminary Election.
C. Broderick/M. Martin-Council take necessary action to eliminate Primary Election.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. meet w/Council re:Goal & Objectives pursuant to his contract.
C. Donoghue-Req. Mgr. report on City Policy re:Military Leave Act.
C. A. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept clean Pawtucket Canal @ Francis Gate House.
M. Martin-Req. Handicap Parking sign @ 1873 Middlesex St.
Agenda for City Council on July 24, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
JULY 20, 2007 2:15 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JULY 24, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of July 10th for acceptance.
Letter of Resignation from City Councillor George Ramirez.
Letter to Election Commission request next qualified candidate in 2005 Election.
Letter from Election Commission notifying Council of next qualified candidate.
Letter of acceptance and willingness to serve from Joseph Mendonca.
Election of Joseph Mendonca to fill vacancy of Councillor Ramirez.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Communication-Accepting resignation of David Desmarais from Conservation Comm.
Communication-From Planning Board, recommendation(s) on Zoning Amendments (Priority Development Sites).
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations
Vote-Auth Mgr. enter into License Agreement w/Lowell Five for overhanging sign.
Vote-Auth Mgr. apply/accept/expend grant $91,262 from Office Elder Affairs.
Vote-Accept bid of Loon Hill Development & convey 201 Circuit Ave ($95,000)
Vote-Auth Mgr. execute MOA w/Dept. Conservation & Recreation re: Mack Bldg.
Ordinance-Ch. 13, Motor Vehicles/Traffic, Plain, Chelmsford, Powell St. project.
Vote-Auth Mgr. apply/accept/expend grant from Environmental Affairs for Concord River Greenway Construction.
Vote-Accept bid of Hyacinth Trust & convey 316 Lincoln St. ($4,502).
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Claims-2 Claims property damage.
MOTIONS
C. Broderick/Donoghue-Req. Mgr. report on status Boutselis Indemnification
C. Broderick/Donoghue-Req. Mgr. report on status Indemnification Policy for LPD.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. provide update on Tanner Street Corridor Plan etc.
C. Caulfield-Req. No Parking sign on Angle St. @ Angle Condominium.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on Indemnification Policy for LPD.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. determine if property at 80-82 Lafayette St should be condemned & proceed accordingly.
M. Martin-Req. proper action to name basketball courts at Shedd Pk. for Ed Finnegan.
Agenda for City Council on July 10, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
JULY 6, 2007 2:13 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JULY 10, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of June 26th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Ordinance-Amending Taxi/Livery Ordinance & Police Rules & Regulations.
Ordinance-Ch. 13 Motor Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council motions/requests.
Communication-From Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Communication-Accept resignation Michael Geary from License Commission.
$1,118,739.34 to Various Depts. from Various Depts (end of year).
Vote-Auth. Mgr. accept gift from Friends of Shedd Park in amount $100,000
Vote-Declare certain property as surplus (police horse), authorize disposal.
Loan Order-To borrow $5,500,000 for sewer line cleaning, assessment, replacement.
Ordinance-Amending various sections of Zoning Code.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Lowell Five Bank req. overhanging sign @ 97 University Ave.
Americraft Carton req. HP Sign @ 164 Meadowcroft St.
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. investigate condition @ Reilly School and make recommendations.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. develop regulations on political signs & forward to Zoning S/C.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Council revisit Minimum Exterior Standards for Structures Ordinance
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have Traffic Eng. look into audible signal @ Middlesex/Central.
C. R. Mercier-Req. 60 Day Trial HP Sign 164 Meadowcroft St.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. to furnish funding for Demo of 155 Westford St.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mayor/Council acknowledge LHS Cheerleaders for 1st place finish in their division, World Spirit Federation National Competition.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. report on new and retained jobs in city in the last 12 months.
C. A. Mercier-Req. Mgr have Traffic Div repaint Xwalk, Mammoth Rd. @ St. Rita's.
Agenda for City Council on June 26, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
JUNE 22, 2007 2:22 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JUNE 26, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Proclamation-By Mayor of St. des-Vosges, France for 500th Anniversary of naming of America.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of June 12th for acceptance
PUBLIC HEARINGS (scheduled for 7PM)
Ordinance-Creating/Abolishing positions consistent w/FY 2008 Budget.
Loan Order-To borrow $19,000,000 for upgrades @ Lowell Water Utility.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager responses to Council Motions/Requests
Communication-Presentation from Lowell Plan on Cultural Matters.
Communication-From Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Votes-License Agreement, sidewalk seating-Angelina'a 25 Merrimack St. & Subway 254 Merrimack St.
Resolution-Support the Preserve America Grant.
Ordinance-Ch. 13 Motor Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
Ordinance-Amend Zoning by adding Priority Development Sites re:Hamilton Canal.
Vote-Accept gift $2,000 from National Grid for lights at Shedd Park.
Vote-Auth. Mgr. execute lease of parking lot for Top Donut Inc.
Vote-Exemption Tami Hayhurst under Ch. 268A.
Vote-Auth Supt. Of Schools to submit Statement of Interest for Varnum/Moody Schools.
$538,471.11 Fund Deficits from Various Depts. (End of Fiscal Year)
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Conduit loc.-Central Electric to place conduits in Suffolk, Fletcher, Adams, Cork & Cross Sts.
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. Traffic Eng. explore 4 Way Stop @ Martin & Rosemont Sts.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. place One Way Sign/Arrow at exit of Canal Pl. onto Market St.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. report on Ordinance re:Parking Large Vehicles in residential areas.
C. Broderick-Req. city name portion of island on Lincoln Pkwy for Brian J. Kazanjian.
C. A. Mercier-Req. U/Mass Lowell provide copies of report re: Tsongas Arena.
C. A. Mercier-Req. Bd. Assessors report on status PILOT Program.
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
JUNE 8, 2007 2:17PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JUNE 12, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Citation-to Kevin Lapointe as Nations Service Award recipient/
CITY CLERK
Minutes of May 29th for acceptance
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests
Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
$1,000 Health, S&W OT from Health, S&W Perm.
$35,595.15 Mgr., S&W Perm/Deferred Comp from Mgr., Contingency.
$16,000 HR, Unemployment Schools/City from Mgr, Contingency.
$27,300 Fire, Hazardous Materials Comp from Fire, Various accounts.
Order-Dedicate corner Kinsman/Crosby Sts. as Frank J. Lambert Memorial
Appointment-Gail Bartlett to the Commission on Disability.
Appointment-Thomas Ciampa to Council on Aging.
Resolution-Endorsing US Mayor's Climate Protection Act.
Vote-Authorizing continuation of 4 FY 08 Revolving Funds.
Vote-Appropriate $285,575 to Capital Account from Agency Fund, JAM Plan.
Vote-Apply/accept/expend grant $500,000 from DHCD.
Ordinance-Implementing Ordinance from FY 08 Budget.
Vote-Declare property @27 Fourth St as surplus & establish min. bid $134,000
Vote-Declare property @ 95 W. 6th St as surplus include Parcel B,C,D.
Loan Order-to borrow $19,000,000 for upgrade at WWTP.
Vote-Accept bid of Nelson Oliveira Trustee of Nelson Properties LLC & convey 29 Smith St. & Richard & Julie Roberge for 30 Henry Ave.
Vote-Accept bid of House of Hope & convey 172 Lakeview Ave.
Vote-Approving establishment of EOA area on Western Avenue.
Vote-Approving TIF for Beta Real Estate on Western Avenue.
Ordinance-Amending Taxi Ordinance and Rules & Regulations.
Vote-Council authorize Arena Commission approve lease amendment W/Lowell Devils
Vote-Council authorize Arena Commission approve 1 year lease amendment w/U Mass Lowell.
Vote-Auth. Sewer Easement for 133-143 Clark Rd.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Atty. James Flood for Enchanted Forest Realty Trust req. city accept Perron Way & Charant road Extension.
Mark Goldman 58 Oakland St. req. aggress Council re: Budget Matters.
Sacred Heart Neighborhood Improvement Group re: Safety Moore/Meadowcroft Sts.
Daniel Couture-Req. city repaint crosswalks on Appleton/South Sts.
Antiquities & More 187 Central St. req. restore Loading Zone & address safety issues.
Claim-1 claim personal injury
MOTIONS
C. R. Mercier-Req. City Engineer evaluate street erosion from 206 to 227 Burnham Rd.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. take necessary steps to re-dedicate Koumantzelis Park.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have City Electrician install light over police portraits.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have Police Chief prioritize gang/gun violence in Highlands etc.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. have proper dept install light on pole #2 Woodward Ave.
M. Martin-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. investigate left turn arrow from Rogers St. @ Oakland Sq.
M. Martin-Req. Mgr. take necessary steps to accept tax payments by credit card.
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
MAY 25, 2007 2:20 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 29, 2007
TIME 5:00 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of May 22nd for acceptance
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 5:15PM)
Loan Order-To borrow $20,300,000 for construct new Morey School.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From City Manager request approval Out of State Travel.
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
Order of Taking-Easements under railways.
Communication-From City Manager, EOA application for Western Ave. and TIF proposal for Beta Real Estate at Western Ave.
$700 Messengers S&W OT from Messengers S&W Perm.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Claim-1 Personal Injury
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Traffic Eng. explore making Hobson St. One Way.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. have Traffic Div. install No Parking Signs Klianthi Circle.
C. Elliott-Req. City address speeding on Parker St., Washington Pkwy, Oakland Ave.
C. Elliott-Req. Police Dept. address parking & noise issues in Barrington St. area.
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
MAY 11, 2007 2:14 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 15, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation Dan Lahiff, Director of Lowell Regional Water Utility, Update on Water Infrastructure Work.
Presentation-National Grid on New England Hazard Tree Project.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of May 8th for acceptance
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Public Hearing-Loan Order-Amending original Loan Order and borrow $1,600,000 for the installation of an Ice Surfacing System at the Tsongas Arena. (from last week).
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Gas Mains-Keyspan Energy to replace existing gas mains in 17 city streets.
Conduit Loc.-National Grid to place approx 165 ft conduit in Dutton St.
National Grid-Conduit Loc. Chelmsford St.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From Manager request approval Out of State Travel.
Vote-Lease Agreement Arthur and Manuel R. Silveira 151 Andover St. (lower belvidere police precinct 3 yrs.
Vote-Accept application of Nelson Properties, LLC ($235.00) 29 Smith Street, and application of Richard and Julie Roberge ($284.40) 30 Henry Avenue, "Yard Sale Program".
Vote-Apply/Accept/Expend 2007 Assistance to Firefighters Grant-Vehicle Acquisition ($530,000).
Vote-Apply/Accept/Expend 2007 Assistance to Firefighters Grant-Operations & Safety Equip. ($65,790.00).
Communication-Appointment Kevin Cavanaugh ZBA (Alternate).
Communication-Appointment Kathy Downey, Joy Grillon Onasch and Re-Appt. David Desmarais-Conservation Commission.
REPORTS (sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
MOTIONS
C.R. Mercier-Req 60 Day Trial for a loading zone side entrance @Pond & Perry Sts. also at back entrance @ Concord & Pond Sts. at Silva's Mini Market.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on ways & means to restart building demolition program.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. & Police Dept. enforce "Junk Car" Ordinance.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. have Police Chief address Public Safety Sub/Committee on gang related issues as we approach the summer.
C. A. Mercier-Req. Mgr/CUP S/C & others explore feasibility of transferring ownership of Arena to U Mass Lowell etc.
CITY CLERK OFFICE
MAY 4, 2007 2:19 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 8, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of May 1st for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Pole loc.-Verizon N.E. req. 1 pole loc. Burtt St.
Ordinance-Extending Artist Overlay District to include 150-250 Western Ave.
Loan Order-Amending Loan Order to $1,600,000 for Ice System Tsongas Arena.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Order-60 Day Trial (O'Heir Way).
Vote-Annual Action Plan 07-08 and amendments to consolidated plan.
Vote-Accept provisions of Ch. 43D of MGL pursuant to Section 11 of Chapter 205 of the Acts of 2006 and designate the Hamilton Canal District as "Priority Development Site" and apply/accept/expend Grant from Commonwealth for $150,000 for technical assistance funds.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
Report of School Building Sub/Committees.
PETITIONS
Misc.-Christ Church United in Lowell request space for handicap parking alongside High St./Bartlett St.
Cross Point L.P. Request additional above ground storage 1,000 gals. Diesel fuel for generator.
Patrick O'Connor-Request Lowell School Committee list their general budget & staff budget on city's web page or site.
Claim-1 claim for personal injury
MOTIONS
C.R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. respond to Lowell Police transferring to Boston etc.
C.A. Mercier-Req. 60 Day Trial Handicap Parking Sign @127 Dalton St.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr report on status of expedited permitting project in response to NMCOGS RFP.
C. Elliott-Req. vote to install flashing red light @intersection of Pawtucket & Fletcher Sts.
C. Martin-Req. Mgr. provide update on efforts to build dog park area.
Agenda for City Council on May 01, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
APRIL 27, 2007 2:15 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGUALAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 1, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Proclamation-Declaring week of April 30to to May 4th as Recycling Week.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of April 24th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Ordinance-Creating position of Solid Waste Inspector & establish salary.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Loan Order-Amending the Loan Order for Ice Surface @ Tsongas Arena by add'l $600,000.
Order-60 Day Trial, No Parking Edwards St.
Vote-Auth. City to incur liability for 2007 Flood.
Vote-Auth Mgr. to apply/accept/expend grant Summer Food Service Program.
Vote-Auth License Agreement w/The Bread House for sidewalk seating 11 Kearney Sq.
$146,500 DPW from DPW, Various Accounts.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. have Verizon place phone on pole #2 Woodward Ave. @ Fr. Maguire Park.
C. R. Mercier-Req. proper dept. replace missing streets signs throughout city.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. look into repainting Stoklosa Sign @ Alumni Field.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. look into repaving Cedar Court.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. provide complete explanation re: Lease of Tennis Courts @ Shedd Pk.
C. Caulfield-Req. proper dept. place No Dogs Allowed sign @Bagagiloupo Pk.
C. Caulfield-Req. Handicap Sign @ 423 Chelmsford St.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. address letter from Director Veterans Services to Veterans Council.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. contact St. Margaret's School re: Use of Parking Lot.
Agenda for City Council on April 24, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
APRIL 20, 2007 2:11 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 24, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Residents of flooded areas to thank City for efforts in recent flood.
Proclamation-Declare April 27th as Law Day at Lowell High School.
Proclamation-To Rebuilding Lowell Together presented to Peter Richards.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of April 17th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Order of Taking-Taking and acceptance of Dean Drive.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Vote-Accept provision of Ch 71, Sec 71F re:Tuition payments to School Dept.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From Manager requesting approval of Out State Travel.
Vote-Declare surplus property @ 316 Lincoln St. & establish minimum bid $4,500
Vote-Auth Mgr. apply/accept/expend grant $2,225,000 Mass. Opportunity Relocation & Expansion Jobs Capital Program.
Appointment-Corey Belanger from Alternate to Permanent ZBA Member.
Appointment-Raymond T. Weicker to License Commission.
$5,750 DPD, Traffic Improvements from DPD, Various Accounts.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
Wire Insp.-Report of Verizon to place 10 ft conduit in Smith St.
PETITIONS
Pole Loc.-Verizon NE to 1 pole location Burtt St.
Conduit Loc.-National Grid to place 2-4" PVC in Hall St.
Claim-3 claims for personal injury.
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. City recognize contributions of Peter Maloney/John Dowling & the many others who assisted in the prevention of extensive flood damage.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on demolition of historic Fire House on Westford St.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. update Council on downtown sidewalk/street improvements.
C. A. Mercier-Req. the field house @ Fr. Maguire Park be dedicated for Mary Mullen.
C. A. Mercier-Req. Mgr. report on status of JAM Area Parking Garage.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. investigate retaining expert counsel for Hamilton Canal Eminent Domain appeal(s).
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. report on need/use of specialized counsel re: Sale of Hamilton Canal District land.
Agenda for City Council on April 17, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
APRIL 12, 2007 2:14 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 17, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Proclamation-Declare week of April 16th to 20th as National Medical Lab Week.
Declare week of April 16th to 20th as Earth Week.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of April 10th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Public Hearing-Conduit loc. Verizon N.E. req. 10ft conduit in Smith St.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Ordinance-Ch. 13, Motor Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
Order of Taking-To take by eminent domain and accept Dean Drive.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From Planning Bd. recommendations, Artists Overlay on Western Ave.
Ordinance-Create position of Solid Waste Inspector in DPW & establish salary.
Vote-Auth. Mgr. execute Lease Agreement w/Arthur Faneros 118 University Ave. for Police Precinct.
Vote-Auth. Mgr. Accept gift from Lowell Youth Soccer for Expenses @ Edwards St.
$4,900 Assessors, Appraisals from Manager, Contingency.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Atty James Flood for Blazon Family requesting sewer easement for 133-143 Clark Rd.
Kano Real Estate Development LLC req. Sewer Tie-In and Intermunicipal Agreement at 410 Methuen St.
Decio Andrade 42 Union St.-Address Council re: neighborhood problems.
Claim-1 claim property damage.
MOTIONS
C. R. Mercier-Req. proper vote to dedicate portion of island on Washington Pkwy for Rosemary Eliopoulos.
C. R. Mercier-Req. No Parking here to Corner signs on corner of Moore/Lawrence Sts.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. have Assessors report on status of Annual Revaluation.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on consultant/broker fees on Health Insurance.
C. Elliott-Req. No Parking signs on Edwards St.
C. Caulfield-Req. proper dept. address sidewalk condition 52 Merrill Ave.
C. Caulfield-Req. proper dept. clean litter/debris from entrance/exit Lowell Connector.
M. Martin-Req. 4 Way Stop at Market & Suffolk Sts.
Agenda for City Council on April 10, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
APRIL 6, 2007 2:19 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 10, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of April 3rd for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Loan Order-To borrow $1,957,600 for design modifications to Wastewater Facility.
Conduit Loc.-Verizon NE to place 10 ft conduit in Smith St.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Communication-Accept resignation Robert Doyle from Taxi Commission.
Vote-Accept the provisions MGL Ch 71, Sec 71F.
Resolution-To protect certain parcels land re: Concord River Greenway Development.
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
$1,200 Treasurers, S&W Overtime from Treasurers, S&W Permanent.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr./Police Chief report on late night disturbances in downtown.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr./Traffic Eng. meet w/School Transportation Director to develop traffic plan for McAvennue School.
C. Caulfield-Req. report on status of delinquent taxes, water/sewer, trash etc. bills.
Agenda for City Council on April 03, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
MARCH 30, 2007 2:09 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 3, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-UTEC to thank the City Council for support for new location.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of March 27th for acceptance
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Vote-Declare surplus a portion of the property located at 104 W. Meadow Rd AKA 40 W. Meadow Rd. and establish minimum bid of $230,000.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Ordinance-Amend Zoning Regulations, various sections.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council motions/requests.
Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Appointments-3 appointments to the Hunger Homeless Commission.
Re-Appointment-Girard Largay to the Cemetery Commission.
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, HP Sign 77 Crosby St.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
Claims-1 property damage, 1 personal injury
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr/Arena Comm. report on attendance/tickets & terms Devils Contract.
C. R. Mercier/C. Caulfield-Req. Traffic S/C revisit Traffic Ord. 13-151 re:Parking of Large Vehicles.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr have proper dept. address inoperable meters lower Middlesex St.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. update Council on Hamilton Canal selection status & describe selection criteria.
Agenda for City Council on March 27, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
MARCH 23, 2007 2:12 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 27, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of March 20th for acceptance
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Order-Taking & Acceptance of Dean Drive in Pawtucketville.
Ordinance-Ch. 13 Motor Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
Vote-Declare 201 Circuit Ave as surplus & establish minimum bid $90,000
Vote-Declare 104 W. Meadow Rd AKA 40 W. Meadow as surplus & establish minimum bid $230,000
Vote-Auth. Manager to execute Intermunicipal Agreement w/Stephen Masse/Town Dracut for 250-275 Totman Rd.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Mass. Motorcycle Assoc.-Req. to place Motorcycle Awareness Sign in city.
Bo Chu-Lowell Ma.-Req. city to be more bicycle/horse friendly.
Atty. James Flood representing Pilot Perkins LLC req. meet w/Traffic S/C re:proposed road improvements.
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have DPW develop strategy for snow removal on small/dead end streets etc.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. explore possibility of Hot Line for residents to call in concerns etc.
Agenda for City Council on March 20, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
MARCH 16, 2007 2:17 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 20, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of March 13th for acceptance
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From City Manager, report on Stoklosa School Issues.****
Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Vote-Accept Gift $35,346.47 from Architectural Heritage Foundation for HCL Acquisition.
Vote-Apply/Accept/Expend grant $500,000 from Highway Administration (TCSP).
Loan Order-To borrow $1,957,600 for Wastewater Utility Upgrades.
Appointment-Taya Dixon to the Historical Board.
Communication-From Manager accept resignation Leo Cloutier from COA.
$2,000 Treas. S&W OT from Treas. S&W Perm.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Raymond Russell 984 Bridge St.-Address Council re: Litter/Debris etc.
Dennis & George Scannell 50 Tanner St. req. city abandon portion Border St.
Conduit Loc.-Verizon req. 10 ft. conduit in Smith St.
MOTIONS
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. consult w/Asst. Mgr. Coggins & Andy St. Onge as to whether it is feasible to do street closing at Palmer & Middle Sts.
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. update the City Council on the opportunity for Summer Youth Programs.
C. R. Mercier-Req. 60 Day Trial HP Sign 787 Crosby St.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. have DPD investigate place Conservation Restriction @ 520 Varnum Ave.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. investigate feasibility of Skateboard Park in Belvidere.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. address complaints re: Recycling Pick-ups
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have Bldg. Commissioner expedite demo of building @ corner Westford/Nichols St.
Agenda for City Council on March 13, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
MARCH 9, 2007 2:19 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 13, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Citations-Mayor issue citations for heroic actions in recent fire.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of March 6th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Ordinance-Amending various Zoning Regulations re: Signs.
Vote-Auth Mgr. enter into negotiations re: Easements for CSO Project.
Vote-Auth Mgr. apply/accept/expend grant from Mass Cultural Facility $999,999 for capital improvements to Lowell Memorial Auditorium.
Re-Apppointment-John Linnehan to the Board of Parks.
Appointments-Joyce Coughlin, Donna Hunnewell, Sueellen O'Neill to COA.
Communication-Accept resignation of John Sampas from Library Board.
Appointments-Sayon Soeum, Mara Lopez, Cecilia Okafor to Library Board.
$60,000 Police, Buy Back Sick Leave, Gas/Motor Oil from Police, S&W Temp/Holiday
$25,000 Fire, Gas/Motor/Oil from Manager, Contingency.
$696,000Wastewater, Various Accts. from Wastewater, Enterprise Fund-Retained Earnings
$20,500 Parks/Rec, S&W Temp/OT from Parks/Rec, Perpetual Care Interest Fund.
$14,915 Parks/Rec, Misc. Equipment Account from Parks/Rec, S&W Permanent.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Gas Mains-Keyspan Energy req. Gas Mains in 17 City Streets.
Claim-2 claims property damage
Misc.-Stacy Phillips 26 Lane St. req. Handicap Sign.
MOTIONS
C. Milinazzo-Req. Council go on record of UML Hockey remaining in Hockey East.
C. R. Mercier-Req. 60 Day Trial HP Sign @ 306 University Ave.
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. contact Pres. & CEO of Stellaris, an incubator resident @UML re: remaining in Lowell.
C. Caulfield-Req. Parks/Rec S/C convene meeting re:Handicap Accessible Garden.
C. Elliott-Req. Mayor appoint Task Force to address rising energy costs & develop alternative strategies.
C. Elliott-Req. Auditor report on energy costs for all city buildings/schools, vehicle fleet etc.
C. Donoghue-Req. Mgr. report on status of business located at 43 Market St. (second hand store)
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. report on city energy costs compared to prior years and budget estimates.
M. Martin-Req. Mgr. investigate ownership of Clark Cemetery on Alcott St. & establish maintenance procedure etc.
Agenda for City Council on March 06, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK OFFICE
MARCH 2, 2007 2:30 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 6, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Citations-Matt Vieira, Nick Gaudette, Joe Vitale, Mary Rose Mazolla for organizing a fundraiser for Lowell General Hospital which raised close to $10,000.00.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of February 27th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From Manager request approval of Out of State Travel.
$13,600 Treasurer Professional Services From Treasurer S&W Temp.
Communication-From Manager acceptance of resignation of James D. Cormier (Council on Aging).
Vote-License Agreement (sidewalk seating) Charo's Bakery 160 Merrimack St.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc-Patrick O'Connor request to address Council regarding the Plan E Charter in particular Section 108.
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. City Mgr. investigate ways & means for Purchasing Dept. to do more business w/local business men and women.
C.Caulfield/C.A. Mercier-Req. City Mgr. provide Council with updated & full report on Stoklosa School.
C.R. Mercier-Req. City Mgr. remedy complaints from residents in rear units of Mollers Lofts re: noise from night club.
C.R. Mercier-Req. City Mgr. Neigh/Traffic S/C revisit Dumpster Ordinance re: surrounding or enclosing dumpsters etc.
C.A. Mercier-Req. City Council go on record opposing the Local Option Tax Proposal.
Agenda for City Council on February 27, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
FEBRUARY 23, 2007 2:17 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 27, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-Lowell Revolving Museum for selection as 2007 Commonwealth Award by the Mass. Cultural Council.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of February 20th for acceptance
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Constable Bond-David Small 146 Pearl St. Newton, Ma.
Communication-From Manager requesting approval of Out of State Travel.
Vote-Auth. Mgr. to apply/accept/expend grant from Mass. Historical Comm. $25,000 for restoration of Fort Hill Park.
Vote-Auth Mgr. enter into License Agreement w/Arthur Faneros, Trustee of AJF-I Realty Trust for parking at 211 Pawtucket St.
Vote-Auth Mgr. enter into License Agreement w/Mark Romanowsky MD for parking at 211 Pawtucket St.
Vote-Auth Mgr. enter into License Agreement w/Lowell Coop Bank for overhanging sign 15 Hurd St.
Resolution-Support Establishment of Money Purchasing Retirement Plan.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Thomas Wirtanen 55 Brookside St. req. Council serve Non-Renewal Notice to LTC.
MOTIONS
C. Milinazzo-Req. Senate Bill re: Cable Competition & Choice for Consumers, (MGL 166B) be forwarded to Cable Issues S/C.
Agenda for City Council on February 20, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFICE
FEBRUARY 16, 2007 2:11PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 20, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of February 13th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Appeal of Denial of Curb Cut-Drake Petroleum 378 Gorham St. (from last week).
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager, Responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From Manager requesting approval of Out of State Travel.
Re-Appointments-Richard Lockhart, Martha Mayo & Reynold Ilg to Historic Board.
Re-Appointments-Elizabeth Cannon, Dorothy Donovan, Ron Lassman & John Craig to the Disability Commission.
Vote-Surplus property at 29 Smith St. & 30 Henry Ave. under Yard Sale Program.
$500 Elections, Postage from Elections, Census forms printing.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.- Arthur Roberts 6 Barton Ave. req. HP Sign.
MOTIONS
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have Parking Director clarify policies/procedures for garage parking during snow emergencies as it relates to special events.
C. Caulfield-Req. Council vote to eliminate Council/School Committee Inaugural Reception.
Agenda for City Council on February 13, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
FEBRUARY 9, 2007 2:14 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGUALAR MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 13, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-Allen Casad, Director Casey Family Services recognizing Earned Income Tax Credit Day.
Presentation-Mark Young, Executive Director of the Wastewater Treatment Facility.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of February 6th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Vote-Accepting MGL Ch. 32B, Sec 16, Voluntary Medical Insurance (HMOs).
Petition-Drake Petroleum 378 Gorham St. appeal of denial of curbcut in excess 32ft.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager, Responses to council motions/requests.
Constable Bond-Curtis Freeman 21 London St. Lowell, Ma.
Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Vote-Auth. Mgr. execute lease w/Fortune Wakefield LLC for 660 Suffolk St.
Order-Dedicate corner 17th/Humphrey as Arthur Bonin Memorial.
Order-Dedicate corner Varnum/Orchard as Roland Bureau Memorial.
Communication-Accept resignation of Ann Cunha from Council on Aging.
Vote-Auth School Dept. proceed under MGL Ch. 30B provide regular education transportation services for Public Schools.
$4,000 Parking Dept. S&W OT from Parking Dept. S&W Permanent.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Claim-1 claim personal injury
MOTIONS
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. have Traffic Eng. address timing of lights Andover/High Sts.
C. Elliott-Re. Mgr. meet w/Devils Mgmt. re: Terms of Agreement/Marketing/Cost reductions etc.
C. Ramirez-Mgr. update Council on status of land takings throughout the city.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. have appropriate dept. review Reserve Dwelling Parking Ordinance.
C. Broderick/Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. investigate pros/cons of "pay as you throw" trash collection program.
Agenda for City Council on February 06, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
FEBRUARY 2, 2007 2:13 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 6, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Citation-Catherine Burns for first responder to fire on Bridge St.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of January 30th for acceptance
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Mgr. responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-Accept resignation of John Flynn from ZBA.
Ordinance-Extend Artists Overlay district 150, 200, 250 Western Ave.
Re-Appointment-William Bailey to the Board of Health.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any
PETITIONS
Misc.-Butterfield Development 25 Nob Way req. City accept Kelley Circle of Varnum Ave.
Lowell Coop Bank-Req. overhanging sign 18 Hurd St.
Maureen Gilroy 84 Bradstreet Ave-Req. HP Sign
MOTIONS
C. R. Mercier-Req. increased warning signage for Black Bridge on Lawrence. St.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have Police Dept. address increased illegal activity on Back Central St.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. report on efforts to fill Ames Store on Bridge St. & Hannaford on Plain St.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. report on status of Law Enforcement Trust Fund.
C. Caulfield-Req, name corner Varnum Ave & Orchard St. for Roland G. Bureau.
C. Caulfield-Req. report on date of construction start for ice system @ Tsongas Arena.
C. Caulfield-Req. report on monitoring hours of dumpster removal/emptying.
Agenda for City Council on January 30, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
JANUARY 26, 2007 2:22 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 30, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-to Andy Chandonnet, YWCA for National Mentoring Month.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of Special Meeting January 23rd for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval Out State Travel.
Vote-Declare surplus property located 26-28 Lawrence St.
Vote-Auth Mgr apply/accept/expand grant $10,000 One Family Inc.
Vote-Rescind prior vote and surplus property located 172 Lakeview Ave.
Appointment-Mark Byrne to the Water Board.
Vote-Accept MGL Ch32B, Sec 16 re optional voluntary medical insurance HMOs.
Vote-Implement Ch. 390, Acts of 2002 re: Municipal Lien Charges
Vote-Auth Mgr apply/accept/expend grant MEMA for pre disaster mitigation etc.
Vote-Auth a revised budget amount of $4,785,870 for Morey School.
Vote-Auth a revised budget amount of $4,563,624 for Cardinal O'Connell School.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Khmer Sandwich 327 Westford St. req. 8 spaces on Leroy St. Lot.
Arthur Marcotte 537 School St. req. HP sign.
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on the status of Stoklosa School issue.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on status of Mass. Mills Development.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr investigate installation of windmills @ landfill for electricity.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. contact DEP for status ob Consent Decree re:Installation of Auxiliary Power Units (APU) for diesel trains in Moore St. area.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. WWTP Director report on odor remediation study/improvement.
C. Milinazzo-Req. report on Justice Resource Institute Inc purchase of 319 Wilder St.
C. R. Mercier-Req. name corner 17th St. & Humphrey St. for Arthur Bonin.
C. Broderick-Req. Auditor perform complete review of Stoklosa School project.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. ask LTC meet w/Cable S/C & City Clerk re:televising S/C meetings.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. explain structure of financing for JAM Plan Garage.
Agenda for City Council on January 23, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
JANUARY 19, 2007 2:07 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 23, 2007
TIME 5:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of January 19th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (scheduled for 7PM)
Loan Order-To borrow $1,000,000 for the Ice System at the Tsongas Arena.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Vote-Authorizing filing of Home Rule Petition for non-civil service appointment of Police Superintendent.
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
Re-Appointment-Corey Belanger to the Board of Appeals.
Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval Out of State Travel.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Atty. James Flood representing Bridge St. Holding Co. requesting withdrawal of petition to extend TMU Zone 550-570 Bridge St.
Daniel Couture-Req. address Council re: Real Estate Taxes for Elderly.
Bo Chu-Req. Council post video clips on LTC Telecasts.
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. MIS post members of Disability Commission on city website.
C. Caulfield-Req. rename E. Merrimack St. to Sesame Street from 1/25 to 1/28
C. Caulfield-Req. Economic S/C meet on Hamilton Canal re:Court House etc.
C. Milinazzo-Req. speed limit sign on Andover St. as you enter Lowell from Tewksbury.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Traffic Engineer review intersection @ Andover St., Tewksbury Line.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. address late night activities in Cawley Stadium Parking Lot.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on Auditorium repairs/capital improvement fund balance.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report status of Actuarial Study required by GASB 45.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on Treasurers Office staffing issues.
Agenda for City Council on January 16, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
JANUARY 10, 2007 2:15 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 16, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of January 9th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Ordinance-Ch. 13 Motor Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From Planning Board re: Extending TMU Zone 55-57- Bridge St.
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, Chelmsford St.
Vote-Approve exemption of Allison Carroll under 268A, S20
Loan Order-To borrow $1,000,000 for Ice Surface System Tsongas Arena.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. City replace tracks in Lucy Larcom Park removed for renovations.
C. Caulfield-Req. DPD report on number of vacant homes& lots throughout city.
C. Caulfield-Req. traffic survey on streets of Stevens/Chelmsford in vicinity new Lowe's.
C. A. Mercier-Req. Mgr. report on use of Outside Counsel.
C. Broderick-Req. Auditor/Clerk Oversight S/C meet to develop evaluation process for Auditor.
Agenda for City Council on January 09, 2007, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
JANUARY 5, 2007 2:17 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 9, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of December 19th for acceptance
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Mgr. responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval Out State Travel.
Order-60 Day Trial Madison Street.
Vote-Accept gift $500 W.L. French Excavating Corp. (Firefighting Equip).
Vote-Apply/Accept/Expend grant Mass Dept. of Public Health (Fire Safe Mass. Program $26,800).
Vote-Amend Hale Howard Urban Renewal Plan.
Resolution-Req. Board of Parks name basketball courts at Commonwealth Ave. Playground for Thomas Hebert.
Vote-Apply/Accept/Expend grant Exec. Office of Public Safety (Firefighting Equipment Grant '07 ($29,000).
Vote-Lease Agreement 4 spaces (llana Ma) Leroy St. Lot.
Communication-Accept resignation Stephen J. Gendron (Pollard Memorial Library Board of Trustees).
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
Wire Insp.-Reports on Mass .Electric conduits in Belmont Ave. & Hall St.
PETITIONS
Misc.-Ilana Ma, Khmer Restaurant 307 Westford St. req. lease 4 spaces in Leroy St. Lot.
Verizon-Req. easement at Adams St & Fletcher St.
Mark Goldman-Request to address Council re: Issues in Lowell.
Claims-Michele Hoey Lowell, MA-Property Damage.
Stephen Nickles Lowell, MA-Property Damage.
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. Council invite Ex. Director of WWTP for presentation on CSO Procedures.
C. Caulfield-Req. update from Army Corps Engineers on progress of Beaver Brook/Townsend Ave flooding areas.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on the result of Towing Contracts.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on awarding of Towing Contracts.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. and Assessor explain the high assessments through out the City; also have Assessor's Office personnel set time aside for person's concerns w/filing abatements.
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. prepare a report detailing the impact that the new condos in the downtown area have on the tax rate.
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. investigate ways to collect taxes or payment in lieu of taxes from traditionally non-taxpaying entities.
C. R. Mercier-Mgr. report on pros/cons of keeping or releasing ballpark & arena.
C. R. Mercier-Req. rr cease and desist idling engines Moore Street Area.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. have Traffic Eng. report on status of alley way in vicinity of 25 Bridge St. @ Kerouac Park.
C. Donoghue-Req. Mgr. contact Postmaster regarding Downtown Lowell pick-up time
M. Martin-Req. Mgr. have Law Dept. prepare Home Rule Petition re:Saving Affordable Housing.
Agenda for City Council on December 19, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
DECEMBER 15, 2006 2:10 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY DECEMBER 19, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of December 12th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Public Hearing-Conduit loc. National Grid conduit in Hall St. (from last week)
CITY MANAGER
Communications-From Manager responses to Council Motions/Requests
Communication-From Manager accept resignation Janice Mahoney (Council on Aging).
Communication-From Manager Lowell Housing Authority Appointment (Mark Payton).
Vote-Accept gift $100 Holiday Party (Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce).
Order-Dedicate Mammoth Rd./Wellworth St. (George M. Hubert).
Order-Dedicate Appleton St./Favor St. (Francis J. McInerney).
Ordinance-Quarterly Traffic (December).
$30,000.00 Parks & Recreation Repair & Serv. Equip./Improv. Parks & Playgrounds etc. from Parks & Recreation S&W Perm.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Atty. James Flood for BPV Lowell, LLC req. extension of Artist Overlay District to include property @ 150, 200 and 250 Western Avenue.
MOTIONS
C. R. Mercier-Req. 60 Day Trial, Parking 1 side of Madison St.
C.A. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have DPD provide report on Path Finder's Project Rock St.
M. Martin-Req. 15 Min Parking in front 279 Chelmsford St.
M. Martin-Req. dedicate Basketball Court @ Commonwealth Ave. Playground for Thomas Hebert.
Agenda for City Council on December 12, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
DECEMBER 8, 2006 2:23 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY DECEMBER 12, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of Dece,ber 5th for approval.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Budget Hearing-Adjustments/Reductions to FY 2007 City Budget & related votes.
Conduit Loc.-Nation a Grid req. conduits in Belmont Ave. & Hall St.
CITY MANAGER
Vote-Increase Elderly Exemption under Ch. 59, Sec.5 of MGL.
$2,550,449 to Wastewater Enterprise Fund from Indirect Costs, Wastewater.
$1,100,000 for FY 07 Tax Rate from Wastewater Enterprise Fund.
$746,712 for FY 07 Tax Rate from Various Accounts.
Vote-Rescind previous vote re: property 61 W. Third St.
Order of Taking-211 Pawtucket St. (Lowell Mission Church).
Vote-Accept bid of Raymond Flood & convey property @ 718 Bridge St.
Vote-Approve application for Commercial Revitalization Deduction (CRD-IRS) for Beta Real Estate @ Western Ave.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. CFO/Auditor report on Pension System Investment Performance etc.
C. Elliott-Req. proper vote to name new bridge for Former Councillor Richard P. Howe.
Agenda for City Council on December 05, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
DECEMBER 1, 2006 2:15PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY DECEMBER 5, 2006
TIME 6:30PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of November 28th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Vote-Adopt the Minimum Residential Factor for FY2007.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager, responses to Council motions/Requests.
Constable Bond-Guy Gill, Andover Ma.
Communication-From Mgr. request approval Out State Travel.
Vote-Accept gift from Comcast in amount of $500 for Holiday Party.
Vote-Auth Mgr. to apply/accept/expend grant from Citizens Corp Program in amount $3,216.04 for use Fire Dept.
Vote-Auth Mgr. apply/accept/expend grant from Office Public Safety in amount of $30,000 for Fire Safety Programs.
Vote-Auth. Mgr. execute Drainage Agreement @152 Endicott St. & 163 Dracut St.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. proper vote to name corner of Mammoth Rd. and Wellworth St. for veteran George M. Hubert.
C. Caulfield-Req. proper vote to name corner of Appleton St. and Favor St. for veteran Francis J. McInerney.
C.R. Mercier-Req. 60 Day Trial Handicap Parking Sign @54 Lilley Ave.
C. Elliott-Req. City develop Ordinance to regulate group homes.
Agenda for City Council on November 28, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
NOVEMBER 24, 2006 2:17 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 28, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-CVB, Deborah Belanger annual report.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of November 21st for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (scheduled for 7PM)
Ordinance-Amend Ch. 11, Fees for Licenses & Permits etc.
Pole loc./Conduits-National Grid req. pole loc. Smith St., Ina St. and 1 pole Fletcher St. & conduits Smith St. (from last week).
CITY MANAGER
Vote-Auth Mgr. to apply/accept/expend grant from EPA for Brownfield's Cleanup Program.
PETITIONS
Claim-1 personal injury
Agenda for City Council on November 21, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
NOVEMBER 17, 2006 2:14 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETIG
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 21, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
Citation-W.L. French Co. for their assistance in Middlesex St. Fire.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of November 14th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Loan Order-To Borrow $1.1 million for acquisition Lowell Mission Church, to construct University Ave. Bridge.
Pole Loc./Conduit-National Grid for 1 pole Fletcher St. & conduit in Smith St.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Mgr. responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Vote-Auth. Mgr. to apply/accept/expend grant $14,821 for recycling efforts.
Resolution-Supporting Sister City Relationship w/Bryansk, Russia.
Vote-Endorsing approval of 2006 Pawtucketville Neighborhood Master Plan.
Vote-Auth Mgr. enter into License Agreement w/National Park.
$10,000 DPW, S&W Temp. from DPW, Lands/Bldgs S&W Perm.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Daniel Couture 17 Spring St. req. crosswalk @Appleton/South Sts.
Conduit Loc.-National Grid req. conduit in Belmont Ave. & Hall St.
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have proper agency install St. light on Hanson Terr. Pole #1112.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. report on status of property located at 124 Stevens St.
C. Donoghue-Req. Mgr/DPD provide update on proposed Judicial Center.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper agency install St. light on C St. pole #6.
Agenda for City Council on November 14, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
NOVEMBER 9, 2006 2:05 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 14, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
Proclamation-Gunther Wellenstein, Recycling Coordinator for Lowell Recycles Day.
Recognition-Joe & Laurie Aldman of N.E. Riptide for winning National Championship.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of November 7th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Pole Loc./Conduit Loc.-National Grid to place pole on Conoyle St. and conduit in Industrial Ave.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Vote-Approve applications for allocation of Comercial Revit. Deduct (CRD-IRS Code s 14001) of: Mill City Properties; Ely P. Hsu; Michael Deluca; Lowell Cooperative Bank; Earth Realty; and Fortune Lowell, LLC.
Order-Dedicate area in No. Common Park Kacavas Family.
Vote-Approve to over expend on the Snow & Ice Accounts.
REPORTS (sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Pole loc.-National Grid to place poles on Ina St. & Smith St.
MOTIONS
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. have proper dept address large dip in road on E. Merrimack St.
C. Caulfield-Req. proper dept. to install crosswalks @ Boylston St. & Hollis St. near bunting club.
M. Martin-Req. vote to be a Sister City w/City of Bryansk, Russia.
Agenda for City Council on November 07, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
NOVEMBER 3, 2006 2:13 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 7, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of October 31st for acceptance
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Mgr. responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Order of Taking-391 Pawtucket St., AKA Red Cross Building.
Vote-Auth Mgr. execute Amended Development Plan (Julian Steele).
Vote-Apply/accept/expend grant $15,000 from Merrimack Valley Nutrition Prog.
Ordinance-Amend Zoning by extending TMU Zone to include 550-570 Bridge St.
Ordinance-Amend Ch. 11 Article I & II re:Fees for Licenses & Permits
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
Wire Insp.-Nation Grid req. pole loc. Westchester St. & Conduit in Fletcher St..
PETITIONS
Pole loc.-National Grid req. place pole loc on Industrial Ave. & Fletcher St.
Conduit loc-National Grid req. conduit in Smith St.
Claim-1 claim for property damage
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. investigate municipal option of joining Group Ins. Commission.
C. Elliott-Req. the position of City Auditor be further advertised in various publications.
C. Caulfield-Req. Council rescind vote of 4/4/06 re:Sewer Enterprise Fund & transfer receipts from Settlement to the General Fund etc.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on status of Law Enforcement Trust Fund Audit.
C. Donoghue-Req. Mgr. report on pro's/con's of Police Superintendent & Civil Service.
C. Broderick-Req. Council examine need for interim/contract Auditor.
Agenda for City Council on October 31, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
OCTOBER 27, 2006 2:14 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY OCTOBER 31, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of October 24th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Ordinance-Amend the Zoning Regulations, Appendix A, amending various regulations.
Conduit Loc.-Verizon NE req. 10ft conduit in Fletcher St.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-Approval Out of State Travel.
Communication-Accept resignation of John F. DeSilva from the Library Trustees.
REPORTS (sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Residents of Dean Dr, requesting city accept Dean Dr.
Claims- (1) Personal Injury, (1) Property Damage
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr have Head of Health Dept. provide full report on dumpster Ordinance.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr report on street maintenance & paving program.
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
OCTOBER 20, 2006 2:24 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY OCTOBER 24, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
Lowell National Historical Park address City Council re: the City's assistance in retrieving the tour boat from the canal and update on upcoming Great Canal Cleanup on Saturday October 28th.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of October 17th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Pole Loc.-National Grid 1 pole loc. Westchester St.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication- (2) Out of State Travel.
Vote-Accept gift from Wal-Mart Foundation $1000 for Community Policing Outreach.
Vote-Apply, accept-expend grant $5000 US dept Health and Human Serv. Ctrs for Disease Control and prevention (COA).
Communication-Accept resignation of Mony Var-Election Commission.
Vote-Auth. School Comm. on behalf of City enter into Lease Agreement w/26 Palmer St. Realty Trust.
Communication-Appoint Thel T. Sar Election Commission.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Conduit loc.-National Grid req. 50 ft. conduit in Industrial Ave.
Misc.-Chelmsford Heights Condo Association-Req. liability of sewer pipe cost on Waite St.
Jaime Eshak-Req. pedestrian light at crosswalk at City Hall.
MOTIONS
C. Martin-Req. Mgr have proper dept. address lighting of flagpole @ Coburn Park.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr have proper dept. check the signal lights @ Lord Overpass.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr meet w/owners of Doubletree Hotel re: care and maintenance of facility.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on implementation of recommendations of Ch. 111F cases etc
C. Elliott-Req. Mayor appoint Ad/Hoc S/C to develop plan/strategy to building/health code violations in the city.
C.A. Mercier-Req. Mgr have proper dept. meet w/Kacavas Family for possible Island Dedication.
C. Caufield-Req. Mgr have proper dept. address icing condition at corner of Stevens & D Sts.
C.R. Mercier-Req. Mgr have Library Director provide a list of dates and times for Computer Classes @COA.
Agenda for City Council on October 17, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
OCTOBER 13, 2006 2:13 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY OCTOBER 17, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of October 10th for acceptance
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Pole loc.-National Grid req. pole location on Westchester St.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Mgr. responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From Retirement Board req. City accept Ch. 55,Sec3, Acts 2006.
Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval Out State Travel.
Re-Appointment-Mark Briere to the Election Commission
Appointment-Denis Teague to the Election Commission.
Vote-Auth. Mgr. execute/approve Payment in Lieu of Taxes, Boott Hydro.
Vote-Accept gift of granite park bench from Friends of Lt. Larry Sullivan (Fire Dept.)
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Sharon Elizabeth Creamer 7 Westford St.-Req. address Council re: various city issues.
Conduit Loc.-Req. 10 ft. conduit in Fletcher St.
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on revenue from Medicare Reimbursements Part D.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr/CFO investigate establishment of Enterprise/Proprietary Funds for Water and Parking Departments.
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. report on Phase II of Riverwalk Extension to Bridge St.
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. meet w/Nat'l Park re possible Trolley System expansion.
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr meet w/Chancellor UMass Lowell, Pres. MCC re: Unified Economic Strategy to keep jobs in Lowell as a result of Incubator Businesses etc.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr/Mayor look into possible grant from Dept Labor's Program entitled Operation Able.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. repaint x-walks in Cupples Sq.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. install appropriate lighting Gage Field.
M. Martin-Req. Mgr. have Law Dept. revise Taxi Ordinance to be consistent w/Police Dept. recommendations.
Agenda for City Council on October 10, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
OCTOBER 6, 2006 2:13 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY OCTOBER 10, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of October 3rd for acceptance
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Order-To vacate, discontinue and abandon portion Conoyle St. (from last week)
PUBLIC HEARINGS (scheduled for 7PM)
Ordinance-Ch. 13 Motor Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
Conduit Loc.-National Grid req. 25 ft conduit in Tanner St.
Verizon N.E.-Req. 265 ft conduit in Jackson/Middlesex St.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Mgr. responses to Council Motions and Requests.
Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval Out State Travel.
Communication-Accept resignation Thomas Wirtanen from Election Comm.
Communication-From Planning Board recommendation on Zoning Regulations, Permit Signs etc. with Ordinance.
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, Lafayette St.
Votes-(3) Auth. Mgr. execute Drainage Agreements Weed, Bowden, Gorham Sts.
Vote-Auth. Mgr. accept gift from Commonwealth Ave. Playground Committee (Gazebo)
Vote-Auth. Mgr. sign P&S w/Chelmsford St. Baptist Church 524 Chelmsford St.
Vote-Auth. Mgr. execute Easement w/Verizon @ 115 Middlesex St.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-From Atty's Monahan & Padellaro re: Indemnification of Police Officer.
Claim-City Haul Trucking 75 Newbridge Rd-Property Damage
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on potential re-use of Smith Baker Center.
C. Elliott-Req. Finance S/C meet w/Assessors re: Revaluation of Residential/Commercial/Industrial Real Estate.
C. Elliott/C. Donoghue-Req. Mgr report on financing of JAM Garage.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on remediation of odor @ Duck Island etc.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on need for retaining Water Board.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on status of reimbursements of SRF Loans for Water/Wastewater projects.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. meet w/appropriate offices re: snow removal from school sidewalks.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. address noise complaints on Douglas Rd.
C. Milinazzo-Req. proper dept. repair HP Ramp in front Wingate Elderly Housing.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. meet w/Economic S/C re: Hamilton Canal plans and possible inclusion of Nanotechnology Center.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. investigate land bank option w/Mass. Development etc. & report to Economic S/C.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. present report on streamlined zoning process for Hamilton Canal
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. have police Dept. place speed indicator display on Andover St.
Agenda for City Council on October 03, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
SEPTEMBER 29, 2006 2:19 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY OCTOBER 3, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
Charles Towers MRT-Annual Report.
Proclamation-Hunger Homeless Week.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of September 26th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Order-To vacate, discontinue, abandon portion of Conoyle St.
Ordinance-Amend Zoning Regulations, various sections (from Sept. 12th).
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval Out State Travel.
$5,400 Police, Hepatitis Shots from Police, S&W Contractual Allowances.
$3,440 Police, Rep/Maint. Equip. from Police S&W Perm.
Appointments-Stephen Gendron & Gerard Frechette to Planning Board.
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
Vote-Auth Lease Agreement w/US Government, 11 spaces Roy Garage.
Appointment-Heather Kerwin to Hunger Homeless Commission.
Ordinance-Extend UMU District to include 274-282 Appleton St.
Vote-Auth Mgr. apply/except/expend grant from MEMA for $750.00
Vote-Auth Mgr. apply/except/expend grant from Health & Human Services for $7,000
REPORTS (sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Pole Loc.-National Grid req. pole loc. On Westchester St.
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on use of contract for collection of Excise/Parking Ticket Fines.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. have Law Dept. report on policy/state law re: Use of local Vendors for city services/materials.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr report on solid waste costs, fees and policies for minimum numbers of units requiring dumpsters.
Agenda for City Council on September 26, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
SEPTEMBER 22, 2006 2:14 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 26, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of September 12th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Req. Manager report on process/plan to be implemented in filling vacancies on City Board & Commissions.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions & Requests.
Communication-From Mgr. accepting resignation of Frank Cortez from Hunger/Homeless Commission.
Appointment-Felicita Roman to the Hunger Homeless Commission.
Appointment-Stephen Geary to Board of Appeals and re-appoint Vesna Noun & John Knox.
Order-Dedicate the corner of Farmland Rd. & Essex St. for Mitropoulis Brothers.
Order-Dedicate the corner of Farraghut St. & 7th Ave. for Daniel J. Gannon
Ordinance-Ch. 13, Motor Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
Vote-Declare surplus property at 172 Lakeview Ave. under Homework Program.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Conduit Loc.-Verizon req. 5 ft conduit Middlesex St., 260 ft. in Jackson St.
National Grid-Approx 25ft conduit in Tanner St.
Claims-3 property damage claims
MOTIONS
C. Broderick/C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. contact local Delegation to meet w/Judicial S/C re plans for new Judicial Center.
C. Broderick-Req. Council set & implement process for hiring new City Auditor.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. present policy for permit fees for private parties in city parks & city services for same.
C. Caulfield-Req. Traffic Engineer explore 4 Way Stop @ Loring & Grove Sts.
C. Caulfield-Req. Traffic Div. check visibility of stop sign on Puffer St @ D St.
C. Caulfield-Req. Traffic Div. install HP sign at 96 Lafayette St.
C. Milinazzo-Req. DPW install proper curbing Bowden St. along Nelson St. to Seneca St.
C. A. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. inspect/license all city cabs & livery vehicles.
C. R. Mercier-Req. policy be developed to offer assistance to physically challenged persons @ self serve gas stations.
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. explore #of ways to improve Residential Recycling in city.
M. Martin-Req. Mgr have proper dept repair sidewalk on Hampstead St. @ 324 Boylston
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
SEPTEMBER 8, 2006 2:21 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 12, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of August 26th for acceptance
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Ordinance-Amending the Table of Organization for the Police Dept.
Ordinance-Amending the Appendix A, Zoning, various sections, with recommendation from Planning Board.
Conduit Loc-National Grid to place 61 ft. conduit in Middle St.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval Out State Travel.
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
Order-60 Day Trial Handicap Parking Sign 39 Groves Ave.
Order-To abandon certain rights & interests in portion Conoyle St.
Vote-To accept gift $5,000 for police canine dog.
Appointment-Christine Dunlap as Library Trustee.
Appointment-Joyce E. Dastou to the Council on Aging.
Vote-To enter into License Agreement w/Revolving Museum 291-307 Jackson St.
Vote-To authorize Land Disposition Agreement w/Community Glue Inc. Middlesex St.
Vote-To grant Easement to National Grid for Martin Luther King Way.
Vote-To establish Economic Opportunity Agreement for Cross Point Towers.
Vote-To Authorize TIF Agreement w/Cross Point LP.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Atty. James Flood for Alternative House req. sewer tie-in 86.1 Bernier St.
Atty. James Flood for Bridge St. Holding Co. req. extension of DMU Zone Bridge & W. Sixth St.
Atty. James Hall for Julie Roberge req. city abandon portion Henry Ave.
Pole loc.-National Grid-Req. pole location 1251 Varnum Ave.
Conduit Loc.-National Grid 45 ft. conduit in Jackson St.
MOTIONS
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. report on posting motion responses on City Web Site.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. invite Senator, Local Delegation & U Mass Reps. To make presentation re: Economic Stimulus from Nanotechnology Center.
C. Broderick-Req. Auditor explain implementing Ordinance when timely motion filed to rescind.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. report on closing of Boot Mill Bridge on Broadway St. etc.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. report on status city owned properties & disposal of same.
C. Caulfield-Req. petition from residents of Bedford be forwarded to Neigh S/C.
C. Caulfield-Req. City prepare proper recognition of Riptide, National Championship.
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. meet w/Police Chief re: Reinstitution fees for false alarms.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. investigate increasing Elderly Tax Exemption Ch. 41D.
C. Elliott-Req. proper dept. install Stop Sign @ 2nd Ave & White St.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Council support previous vote to restrict traffic on Bedford Ave.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. report on status of reduction of weight limits on 2 city bridges.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr have 60-Day Trial for restricted parking 124 Lakeview Ave.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. explore possibility of crosswalk @ Andover& Wentworth Ave.
M. Martin-Req. name corner Farraghut/7th Ave. for Daniel J. Gannon.
M. Martin-Req. additional lighting in parking lot near 130 South St.
M. Martin-Req. Mgr. report on advisability of adopting Tax Amnesty Program.
M. Martin-Req. Mgr. report on current tax exemption & possibility of adjusting same.
M. Martin-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. refurbish LHS Clock on Kirk St.
UNANSWERED NON-RESPONSIVE MOTIONS
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. to request LRTA to appropriately honor Former Director Robert C. Maguire.
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY AUGUST 22, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
Mayor receive gift from NEIWPCC.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of August 8th for acceptance
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Gas Mains-Keyspan Energy req. gas mains in Eddy St.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Fuel Storage-Thompson Realty Trust-Req. 800 gls storage class 1A flammables.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Mgr.-Responses to Council Requests/Motions etc.
Communication-From Mgr requesting approval Out State Travel.
Appointments-Davira Kuy, Maria Cole, Andrew Wetmore to Cultural Council.
Appointment-Rosaline J. Wilie-Bonglo to Lowell Housing Authority.
Appointment-Susan Zacherer to Historic Board.
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
Order of Taking-268 Mt. Vernon St., Soucy Industry Site.
Ordinance-Amend Zoning Regulations, Signs.
Ordinance-Amend Ch 16 re:Table Organization Police Department.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Atty's Flood & Hartigan representing Pilot Perkins LLC req. permission to encroach on sidewalk @ 39 Perkins St.
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Mgr. update Council on sidewalks for Bailey/Daley School area.
C. Caulfield-Req. proper dept. replace light @ Emery/6th Ave and new light Johnson St.
C. Caulfield-Req. Neigh S/C meet w/New Mgr & Neighborhood Groups.
C. Caulfield-Req. Loading Zone sign in front Towers News on Gorham St.
C. R. Mercier-Req. 60-Day Trial HP Parking 39 Groves Ave.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. appoint committee re: Flood Problems in Rosemont Terr. Area.
C. R. Mercier-Req. vote to name corner Essex St. & Farmland Rd. for Mitropoulis Bros.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Law Dept. respond to property damage claim by Hero's Uniforms.
C. R. Mercier-Req. DPD explore possibility of small grocery store in downtown.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have Bd. Assessors report on status of FY 07 Assessments.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have Police address car radio noise.
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr meet w/COA/Library Directors re: Senior access to Computer Lab.
C. Elliott-Council adopt legislation re:Iraq/Afghanistan Veteran Widows expemptions.
C. Elliott-Mayor/Mgr. reconvene Southeast Asian Task Force to meet w/Community Leaders, Adminstration & Police Dept.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr report on pole for park use, permits and fees etc.
C. Elliott-Broderick-Req. Auditor meet w/Finance & Audit Oversight S/Cs re: 05 Audit Issues.
C. Broderick-Req. Auditor report to Stoklosa School Bldg. S/C re: $1 Million Bond and current financial status.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. report on progress of CSO Project.
C. A. Mercier-Req. Mgr. meet w/National Park re: Renovation of Lucy Larcom Park.
UNANSWERED NON-RESPONSIVE MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. contact Army Corps Engineers re: Levy Improvements@ Beaver Brook.
C. Broderick-Mgr. invite Local, State, Federal Delegations to tour Hamilton Canal Site.
Agenda for City Council on August 08, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
AUGUST 4, 2006 2:15PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY AUGUST 8, 2006
TIME 6:30PM
Present proclamation to LCHC.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of July 25th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
MOTION-C. Elliott-Move for reconsideration on the Ordinance re: positions/salaries in FY 07 Budget approved by Council 7/25/06.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Ordinance-Creating grant positions in Police Dept. & establish salaries therefore.
Gas Mains-Keyspan Energy req. gas main in Eddy St.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
Order-Dedicate the corner of Ellis/Waterford Sts. as Norman Lague Memorial.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Flood & Hartigan, P.C. for Thomas Durkin Req. UMU zoning district on Appleton St. be extended to include 274-282 Appleton St.
Claims-1 Property Damage, 1 Personal Injury.
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. have Law Dept. report on status of Sign Ordinance re:Bldg. Permits etc.
C. Elliott/C. Broderick-Req Finance S/C meet w/New Mgr. re: Fiscal 2007 Budget.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. have Police Dept. report number of violations issued for parking on sidewalks.
C. Elliott-Mgr. investigate possible consolidation of DPW & Parks & Rec. Depts.
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. meet w/Arena Management to discuss ice conditions & report to council any recommendations for repair/replacement etc.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. have Law Dept. update Council Zoning S/C as to zoning updates and Sign Ordinance.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. review utilities & solid waste costs.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. begin Appointment/Re-Appointment for City Regulatory Boards and advise council and public how policy will be.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. report on whether or not Constable appointments are CORI checked.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. look at ways the City can support the summer program conducted at University of Mass. Lowell.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. instruct the Police Dept. enforce no bike riding on sidewalks downtown.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. report on whether Bldg. Permits can be issued for elderly or single parent, head of household when real estate or excise are not paid.
C. Milinazzo-Req. report from Mgr. on status University Ave. Bridge.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. repaint railings @ Hunts Falls Bridge etc.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have Parks Dept. initiate proper recognition of Camille Eno for his volunteerism & enthusiasm for city parks.
Agenda for City Council on July 25, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
JULY 21, 2006 2:17 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JULY 25, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of July 11th and special Meeting of July 11, 2006 for acceptance
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Order of Taking-Eminent Domain Taking for Concord River Greenway.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Ordinance-Codifying positions/salaries to be consistent w/FY 2007 Budget.
Vote-Accept provision of Ch 157, Acts 2005, Sections 1&2.
Fuel Storage-M/A Com 100 Chelmsford St. 3,300 gls. Hydrogen
Drake Petroleum 378 Gorham St. 25,000 gls. Gas & Self Service Station.
Greener Landscaping 123 Bolt St. 20,000 gls gas/diesel.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval Out State Travel.
Constable Bond-John Bridges Jr. Lowell, Ma. & Juan Jarez Lawrence, Ma.
Ordinance-Creating 4 Grant positions (Full & Part-Time) and establishing the salaries thereof in the Police Dept.
Order-Dedicate Stevens Street/D Street (Robert Lemire Memorial).
Vote-Apply/Accept/Expend grant (Shedd Park).
Ordinance-Amend Zoning Various Sections.
Communication-Out of State Travel.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
Wire Insp.-Verizon to place 40ft conduit in Bedford Ave.
PETITIONS
Fuel Storage-Thompson Realty Trust req. storage 800 gls Class 1A Flammables.
Misc.-Atty. James Flood representing Edward McMahon req. to purchase city land abutting 71 Windward Rd.
Residents Lincoln Pkwy & Conoyle St. requesting city abandon remaining section of Conoyle St.
Gas Mains-Keyspan Energy 160 ft gas main in Eddy St.
MOTIONS
C. Donoghue-Req. Mgr. to have LTC Televise License Commission Meetings.
C. Donoghue-Req. Mgr. report on lighting plan for Christian Hill Reservoir.
C.R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have the City Solicitor provide monetary breakdown of future manager's contract and benefits outside of what city employees receive.
C.R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. repair the top hill roadway at Andover & Nesmith Sts.
C.R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. contact National Grid to request a pole be moved in front of 407-409 Beacon St.
C.A. Mercier-Req. proper vote for veterans square dedication @ corner of Ellis & Waterford Sts. for Norman Lague.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mayor appoint a City Council Rules Sub/Committee.
UNANSWERED/NON-RESPONSIVE
C.R. Mercier-Req. the status to place 68 Wollaston St. on the demolition list as requested on 6/27/2006.
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
JULY 7, 2006 2:15 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JULY 11, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-Capt. Smith of Salvation Army to thank various Organization & Individuals for efforts in flood relief.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of June 27th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Ordinance-Ch. 13 Motor Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
CITY MANAGER
Communnication-From Retirement Bd. Req. City accept. Provisions of Ch. 157, Acts 2005, Section 1 & Section 2.
Ordinance-Codifying all positions, salaries to be consistent w/FY 2007 Budget.
Order of Taking-Property for the Concord River Greenway.
Vote-Leasing of 15 Parking spaces in the Leroy St. Lot.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Marie Lagasse 62 Endicott St. req. HP Sign.
LCHP 17 Warren St. req. change 2 metered spaces to HP spaces.
Robert McMahon 55 Lincoln Pkwy req. city abandon portion Clarendon St.
Greener Landscaping123 Bolt St. req. storage 20,000 gls gas/diesel.
Pole Loc.-National Grid req. pole loc. Chelmsford St.
Claims-1 personal injury, 1 property damage
MOTIONS
C. Donoghue-Req. Public Safety S/C & Rep's of Police Dept. meet w/Lower Highlands Neighborhood Groups re: Recent Shootings.
C. Elliott/C. Donoghue-Req. Mgr. report on downgrade of City's Bond Rating in March.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on Group Home @ 96 Mt. Hope St.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. address complaints of Jackson St. residents.
C. R. Mercier-Req. change meter time from 2hrs.to half hour @127 Merrimack St.
C. Caulfield-Req. name corner Stevens & D. Sts. for Robert Lemire.
M. Martin-Req. Mgr. have DPD develop zoning provisions for in-law apartments.
Agenda for City Council on June 27, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
JUNE 23, 2006 2:14 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JUNE 27, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of June 13th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval of Out of State Travel.
Order-Dedicate corner of Sherman/Concord Sts. as Joseph Grenda Memorial.
Order-Dedicate corner of Crawford/E. Meadow Rd as Lebel Family Memorial.
Vote-Mgr. apply/accept/expend grant $85,033 for COA.
Vote-Declare surplus property 169,171,351,307,291,221,221.1,221.5,291.1,324 &360 Jackson St., 295.1,295,317,317.2,317.1, 323, 379 &389 Middlesex St. & 6 King St.
Ordinance-Ch. 13, Motor Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
Vote-Enter into License Agreement Mack Bldg. W/Trolley Museum.
Vote-Auth. To incur liability for 2006 Flood.
Vote-License Agreement w/Dorimars, LLC.
$100,000 Public Works electricity, heating gas etc. from Public Works S&W Perm.
$72,400 Veterans services from Mgr. Medicaid reimb., Lowell festival etc.
$37,870.52 Law S&W Temp., Comp. from Law S&W Perm.
$700 Election S&W Temp. from Election S&W Perm.
$5,000 COA electricity, gas from COA S&W Perm.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
Wire Insp.-National Grid 1 pole Puffer St. and Verizon N.E. conduits in Jackson St. & Moulton Ave.
PETITIONS
Claims-1 claim for property damage.
Misc.-Stephen Masse, trustee/Mgr Old Zeal Farm RET & Dracut Realty-Req. access & tie-in to the Regional Wastewater and Water System Totman St. Lowell.
M. Patricia Crane, Executive Dir. GLHA-Req. support on motion to close Palmer & Middle Streets for two Saturday's a month in July and August.
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. Council rescind vote of 4/4/06 re: Placing WWTP Settlement from Towns in Sewer Enterprise Fund.
C. Caulfield-Req. larger more visible stop sign @ C St. & Puffer St.
C. Donoghue-Req. Mgr. report on Downtown Special Outdoor Permits & Noise Problems.
C. Donoghue-Req. Mgr. Have DPD report on recruitment/retention of downtown businesses.
C. Donoghue-Req. Council set Special Meeting to elect/appoint New Manager.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have Traffic Eng/Police address parking concerns @ Centralville United Methodist Church on Bridge St.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. accept petition from residents & place 68 Wollaston St. on Demo List.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. contact Utilities to move pole @ 133 Parkview Ave.
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr/DPD evaluate benefits to City for hosting Nanotechnology Ctr.
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr/DPD evaluate use of Lucy Larcom Pk as temp. Artist Avenue.
C. Elliott-Req. Council vote to increase # of candidates interviewed for Managers position from 5 to 7.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. have the Solicitor update the City Council on Sign Ordinance.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. report on Veterans Bill Chapt.77 of the Acts of 2005 re: Employees call to active military service.
C. Broderick-Req. Stocklosa School S/C recommend/report on a direction for the City Mgr. thru Law Dept. to initiate legal proceedings to rescind the Stocklosa School Release and request return of the $290,000 paid as settlement etc.
Agenda for City Council on June 13, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
JUNE 9, 2006 2:21 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JUNE 13, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of May 30th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (scheduled for 7PM)
National Grid-1 pole loc. Puffer St.
Verizon N.E. 62 ft. conduit Jackson St., 68 ft. conduit Moulton St.
CITY MANAGER
Order-Dedicate corner of Lewis/Jefferson Sts as Reverend Philip Gialopsos Way.
Order-Dedicate corner of Wentworth Ave& Hovey St as Ramond Reid Sr. Memorial.
Vote-Accept gifts for Pollard Library $13,760.66 and $150.00
Vote-Enter into License Agreement for sidewalk seating Quick Pickins Deli.
VoteApply/accept/expend grant $46,000 for Fire Dept.
$43,714.55 Police S&W Overtime from Police, Court Time.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Town of Tewksbury requesting to install sewer lines in Boylston St. & N. Billerica Rd.
1 request for Handicap Parking sign
Conduit Loc.-Verizon N.E. req. 40 ft. conduit in Bedford Ave.
Claims-1 claim property damage, 2 personal injury
MOTIONS
C. R. Mercier-Req. name corner Sherman & Concord Sts. for Joseph Grenda.
C. R. Mericer-Req. Mgr. provide current contract w/Lowell Sports Group etc.
C. R. Mercier-Req. look into possibility repaving Miriam Lane.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr have proper dept. take 2nd look at 4 Way Stop Draper/Glenwwod Sts.
C. Elliott-Req. report on ice problems at the Tsongas Arena.
C. Elliott-Req. Law Dept. look into purchasing prescription drugs in Canada etc.
C. Elliott-Req. Council vote to waive building permits for flood victims.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on status of tax relief for flood victims.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. explain cost increase in solid waste disposal.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. explain process for tracking snow/ice removal costs.
C. Donoghue-Req. Council set process for hiring new manager.
C. Donoghue-Req. Cultural Matters S/C meet w/Lowell Plan Consultant.
C. Donoghue-Req. Mgr. report on Sink Hole conditions Davidson Lot.
C. Ramirez-Req. re-paint Xwalks @ Clark & Havilah-Clark & Garden Rd.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. report on status re-development @ 88 Prescott St.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. explore Water/Sewer Tax relief for flood victims.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. have proper dept/agency address road conditions @ 361 Andover St.
UNANSWERED NON-RESPONSIVE MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on funding options for new garage.
C. Donoghue-Req. Mgr. report back on City contract with outside Auditor.
Agenda for City Council on May 30, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
MAY 26, 2006 2:10 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 30, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of May 23rd for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
Vote-Endorse PreDisaster Mitigation Plan for Middlesex Region & Adopt City's PreDisaster Mitigation Plan & submit to FEMA/MEMA.
$106,052 Police, 3 accounts from Police, Various accounts.
Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval Out of State Travel.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Claims-2 claim, property damage.
Pole loc.-National Grid req. pole loc. On Puffer St.
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. have Law Dept. develop Assignment of Rent Ordinance etc.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr/Solicitor provide update on report from Bonding Co. for the Stoklosa School.
C. Elliott-Req. No Parking signs on Klianthi Dr.
C. Elliott-Req. Auditor provide Year to Date report on Overtime.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. provide info on Law Enforcement Trust Fund, amount in cash or otherwise & what expended and why.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. have DPD conduct Downtown Survey re:Empty Store Fronts.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. not bring forward any Board Appointment-Re-Appointments.
UNANSWERED NON-RESPONSIVE MOTIONS
C. Broderick-Req. update on hiring of expert counsel re: Hamilton Takings.
C. Broderick-Req. report on funds collected from Kelly-Ryan Contract.
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
MAY 19, 2006 2:15 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 23, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of May 16th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
Votes-Renew Revolving Funds, DPW (2), Police & Parking Dept.
Re-Appointments-To Bd. Health Jo-Ann Keegan, Dr. Robert Mondou, John Donovan & Michael Lenzi.
Vote-Declare surplus property located @ 718 Bridge St. & establish bid of $101.75
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
Vote-Auth Mgr. execute lease for Back Central Neighborhood Police Precinct.
Vote-Auth Mgr. execute lease Lower Centralville Police Precinct.
Order-Dedicate corner S. Walker & Shaw Sts as Molloy Brothers Memorial.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Attys. Monahan/Padellaro req. indemnification of Police Officer.
M. Carolyn Cox, Cox Fuel 316 Plain St. req. City abandon portion Quebec St.
Conduits-Verizon req. place 62 ft Jackson St. & 68 ft. Moulton Ave.
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. DPD partner w/UMass Lowell Engineer Dept. to investigate reuse of landfill for recreation.
C. Elliott-Req. Auditor report on balance in Fund Balance for prior yr. encumbrances.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr/Council work w/local banks to set up flood victim account.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. contact LDFC re: funding/financing opportunities for flood victims.
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. have DPD explore making Middle/Palmer Sts more pedestrian friendly in summer months.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. place berm @ 26 Guild St.
C. A. Mercier-Req. name corner Crawford & E. Meadow Rd. for Lebel Family.
C. Milinazzo-Mgr. report on how outstanding fines/taxes be accounted for in takings in Hamilton Canal District.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have Army Corps Eng. investigate addt'l Levy on River.
M. Martin-Req. report on feasibility of 10-15 Min. drop off zone @ LHS.
M. Martin-Mgr. report on # residents displaced & whether they have flood insurance.
M. Martin-Mgr. report on any State/Federal assistance may be available to victims.
M. Martin-Mgr. report on necessary steps for developing relief fund.
Agenda for City Council on May 16, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
MAY 12, 2006 2:17PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 16, 2006
TIME 6:30PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of May 9th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Pole Loc.-National Grid pole location Willie Street, Quimby Ave.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager resignation James Rivard from Water Board.
Communication-From City Manager requesting (2) Out of State Travel.
Order-60 Day Trial (Various).
Vote-Declare COOL Mobile surplus and donate to CTI.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc-Atty. Monahan & Padellaro requesting Indemnification of Lowell Police Officer.
MOTIONS
C.R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. instruct Law Dept. draft amended ordinance Re: Ch.13 Increase Rate & Change for Parking Facilities as recommended in proposal #1 by Parking Director.
C. Elliott-Req. City Council vote to initiate rebid of towing contracts.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. provide itemized list of revenue to be used FY 07 Budget.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. meet w/prospective developers in Jam Area to partner w/city to pay for garage & report back in 2 weeks.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. address code violations 17 Edwards St.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. supply Council w/copy of Kelly & Ryan Contract.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. contact U Mass Lowell re: locating Nano Tech. Ctr. on Hamilton Canal Site.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have the Law Dept. draw the proper vote to name corner of S. Walker and Shaw Sts. for Paul & Dominick Molloy.
C. Donoghue-Req. Council review the Parking Rate Agreement w/MCC.
Agenda for City Council on May 09, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
MAY 5, 2006 2:21 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGUALR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 9, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-Frank Singleton, Director Board of Health re: Possible Bird Flu Pandemic.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of May 2nd for a acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Ordinance-Ch. 13, Increase Rates & Charges for Parking & Parking Facilities.
Ordinance-Ch. 13, Increase in Fines for Parking.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Keyspan Energy-Req. Gas Mains in Belmont, Seventeenth, Beaver, Parker and Chelmsford Sts.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval Out State Travel.
Vote-Auth. Submission of FY 2006 Annual Action Plan.
$2,000 COA, Maint & Office Supplies from COA, home Care.
$19,500 Parks/Rec, Lease Equip from Parks/Rec S&W Permanent.
$92,000 Fire, Various Accts. from Fire, Various Acct.
$13,800 Tres. Various Accts. from Tres. Various Accts.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
MOTIONS
C. Elliott/C. Donoghue-Req. Mgr. have Solicitor report on possible rescission of $4.5 Million Loan Order for Parking Facility in Hamilton Canal District etc.
C. Donoghue-Req. Council vote to rescind Loan Order $4.5 for Parking Facility.
C. Caulfield/R. Mercier-Req. Law Dept. to NOT record Order Taking on Lichoulas Property.
C. Caulfield-Req. new Veterans Administration Sign on Boston Rd. & Swan St.
C. Caulfield-Req. vote to increase HP Fine from $100 to $300.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr/Mayor send letter of thanks to George Zaharoolis for service on Planning Board.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. update Council on status of Acre Renewal Plan.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr have DPD submit draft RFQs for Hamilton Canal Development
C. Ramirez-Req. DPD examine methods to attract & recruit large employers to city etc.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. update & give recommendation on expert counsel for Eminent Domain Takings.
C. A. Mercier-Req. Council create new section on Agenda entitled Special Reports (if any).
M. Martin-Req. vote to name corner Lewis St. & Jefferson St. as Reverend Philip Gialopsos Way.
M. Martin-Req. Council begin search process for new City Manager.
Agenda for City Council on May 02, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
APRIL 28, 2006 2:21 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR METING
TUESDAY MAY 2, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-Mayor's Cultural Task Force make presentation to Council.
Proclamation-To Barbara Peters for Children's Mental Health Month
CITY CLERK
Minutes of April 25th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Ordinance-Section 16 re: Transmission of False Alarms.
Conduit loc.-National Grid place conduit in Market St.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-Req. approval of Out of State Travel (2).
Vote-License Agreement w/Gary's Ice Cream for sidewalk seating.
Vote-License Agreement w/The Dubliner for sidewalk seating.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Pole loc.-National Grid req pole loc. Willie St. & Quimby Ave.
Claims-1 claim property damage.
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. add Manufacturers St. to repaving list.
C. Caulfield-Req. Health Dept. address trash & trash dumping at end Manufacturers St.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. address concerns @ Moore/Meadowcroft Sts.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. install bollards @ corner Moore/Meadowcroft Sts.
C. Donoghue-Req. update on proposed FY 07 Budget.
C. A. Mercier-Req. No Parking Sign on Island @ 36-38 Liberty St.
C. A. Mercier-Req. report from Historic Board Re: Father Garin Monument
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
APRIL 21, 2006 2:21 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 25, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of April 18th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Loan Order-To borrow $4.5 Million for Parking Facility, Hamilton Canal.
Loan Order-To borrow $5 Million land takings in Hamilton Canal District.
Ordinance-Ch. 13, Rates and Charges for parking & parking facilities
Ordinance-Ch. 13, Schedule of Parking Fines.
CITY MANAGER
Orders of Takings-295.1 Middlesex St., 324 Jackson St., 360 Jackson St., 169-171 & 351 Jackson St., 307 Jackson St., 291 Jackson St. 6 King St. and 375, 379, 389 Middlesex St.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Attys Monahan & Padellaro Cambridge, Ma. requesting indemnity for Police Officer.
Keyspan Energy-Req. Gas Main in Belmont Ave, Seventeenth St., Beaver St., Parker St. & Chelmsford St.
MOTIONS
C. R. Mercier-Req. Dir. Health make presentation re: Possible Bird Flu Pandemic.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. take steps to continue Student Government Day.
C. Elliott-Req. vote to name corner Wentworth Ave/Hovey St for Raymond Reid Sr.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. implement recommendations of IG re: Towing Contracts.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on status of Administrative Leave Cases in Police Dept.
C. Elliott-Mgr. have Solicitor report on Court Ruling re:Westview Rd. Development.
C. Donoghue-Req. Mgr. address City Council on plans to resign.
Agenda for City Council on April 18, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
APRIL 14, 2006 12:00 NOON
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 18, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of April 11th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Ordinance-Zoning Ordinance by amending various sections.
Ordinance-Ch. 13, Motor Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
National Grid-Conduit in Market St.
CITY MANAGER
Order-60 Day Trial, various locations.
Vote-Auth. Mgr. apply/accept/expend grant from Elder Affairs in amount $400 for a new computer for COA.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
Wire Inspector-National Grid/Verizon on Watson St. & Lexington Ave.
PETITIONS
Claims-2 property damage, 3 personal injury.
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. Manager/Engineer & Mass Highway report on condition of infrastructure of the Rourke Bridge.
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
APRIL 7, 2006 2:14 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 11, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
Proclamation-UmassLowell, for National Medical Laboratory Month.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of April 4th for acceptance
CITY MANAGER
Ordinance-Amend Section 16-9 (False Alarm Ordinance).
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Residents of vicinity of Border St.-Req. City abandon remaining portion Border St.
MOTIONS
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. report on policy for collection of yard waste.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mayor present Citation to Living Waters Ministry of Hope for community service.
C. Caulfield-Req. Law Dept. prepare vote to allow Youth Organizations to place advertising on ballpark fences etc.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. add $75,000 line item in DPW Budget for Brady School.
C. Ramirez/C. Broderick-Req. Mayor have UMass Lowell make presentation re: $266 Million Capital Improvement Plan etc.
M. Martin-Req. proper dept. repair/replace tree grates in downtown area.
M. Martin-Req. proper dept. repair existing lights @Ecumenical Plaza near Holy Trinity Church.
M. Martin-Req. proper dept. repair lights on Lewis St. near Holy Trinity Church.
Agenda for City Council on April 04, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
MARCH 31, 2006 2:22 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 4, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of March 28th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Keyspan Energy-Replace/relocate gas main in various streets in Pawtucketville as part of sewer separation project.
National Grid/Verizon-place pole & conduit in Watson St.
Verizon-Place 60 ft conduit in Lexington Ave.
CITY MANAGER
Vote-Apply/Accept/Expend grant $500,000 2006 Assistance to Firefighters Program.
Orders of Taking-295.1 Middlesex St., 324 Jackson St., 360 Jackson St., 169, 171 & 351 Jackson St., 307 Jackson St., 291 Jackson St., 6 King St, 375-379, 389 Middlesex St. all in Hamilton Canal District, JAM Plan.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Yankee Communications 671 Central St.-Req. 15 Min Parking
Francis Rogers 21 Crowley St.-Req. Handicap Parking Sign
Greek America Legion 228 Worthen St.-Req. Handicap Parking Sign
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Vote to allocate Wastewater Treatment Settlement to Sewer Enterprise Fund.
C. Elliott-Mgr. report on policy outlining timeline for Budget, Independent Audit etc.
C. Elliott-Req. Law Dept. report on Disposition/Tax Assessments of paper streets.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr./Auditor provide Year to Date expense report for FY06 Budget.
C. Elliott-Req. Law Dept. report on legal decision re: Bidding of Tow Contracts.
C. Donoghue-Req. Tres/Auditor report on all costs incurred by city from Hamilton Canal Project Bond etc.
C. Donoghue-Req. report from Law Dept. on Special Permit issued for 576 AKA 572 Rogers St.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. have Assessors report on projection of new Real Estate Revenue.
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. have Traffic Eng. conduct study @ E. Merrimack & High Sts.
Agenda for City Council on March 28, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
MARCH 24, 2006 2:16 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 28, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
Donna Hunnewell, Lowell Wish Project to address City Council.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of March 21st for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Ordinance-Amend Ch. 10, Health/Sanitation re: Noise Ordinance.
Verizon/National Grid 1 pole location & 15ft conduit Watson St.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Mgr. requesting (2) Out of State Travel.
Reappoint-Bruce Lucier/Catherine Maynard-3 yr. terms (Disability Commission).
Reappoint-Richard Lockhart/Thomas Linnehan-5 yr. terms (Planning Board).
Communication-Accept. resignation of George S. Zaharoolis,Planning Board effective
3/25/06.
Reappoint-James Armstrong/Louisa Varnum-3 yr terms (Conservation Commission).
Ordinance-Quarterly Traffic (March).
Ordinance-Zoning Amend various sections.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Claims-(1) Property Damage
MOTIONS
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. have Solicitor provide copies of specific section allowing Manager to enter Settlement Agreement/Appropriate Funding without Council approval etc.
C.Ramirez-Req. Mgr. inform City Council as to what City is doing to market city for upcoming Curling Championship at the Tsongas Arena.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. report on impact Residential Development has over new business growth.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. have DPD and O'Sullivan Communications develop a Marketing Strategy for commercial recruitment as part of an expanded Marketing Campaign.
C. Caulfield-Thank the City Manager and the administration, DPW and Parks & Recreation, Convention and Visiting Bureau, Jerry Beck from Revolving Museum.
for beautifying the City for the World Curling Championship.
Agenda for City Council on March 21, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
MARCH 17, 2006 2:17 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 21, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of March 14th for acceptance.
Communication-From City Clerk req. re-appointment 3 yr. Term effective 4/1/06.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval Out State Travel.
Re-Appointments-Susan LeMay, Karen Golden, Joel Cohen to Board of Assessors.
Re-Appointment-Reynold Ilg Esq. To Historic Board
Re-Appointments-John Costello Jr., Ken Hughes, Bunrith Lach, William Taupier to Auditorium Board.
Vote-Auth Mgr. accept gift from Convention/Visitors Bureau for City of Light Parade.
Vote-Auth Mgr. apply/accept/expend grant from HUD re: Homeless Services.
Order-60 Day Trial, traffic regulations, HP Space 19 Kinsman St.
Ordinance-Amend Zoning Regulations, various sections.
Constable Bond-John Sieverts 400 Merrimack Ln. Dracut, Ma.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Helen Connor 19 Crowley St.-Req. HP Sign.
Atty's Monahan & Padellaro 43 Thorndike St. Cambridge, Ma. Req. indemnification of Police Officer.
Claims-1 property damage, 1 personal injury.
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. & WWTP initiate odor control study @ WWTP.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. retain expert defense counsel re: Lichoulas Taking.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. request LRTA appropriately honor Former Executive Director Robert C. Maguire.
C. A. Mercier-Req. Council authorize Mgr. to resume negotiations w/Lichoulas.
C. Donoghue-Req. MIS make available list of paper streets on City Website
C. Donoghue-Req. Council explore possibility of changing Independent Auditor for city.
C. Broderick-Req. Auditor provide info on what account $290 Settlement paid from.
C. Boderick-Req. Auditor provide detailed accounting of Construction Loan Account.
M. Martin-Req. proper dept. repair guardrail @ 24-26 Liberty St.
Agenda for City Council on March 14, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
MARCH 10, 2006 2:19 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 14, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-Casey Family Services re: Lowell Earned Income Tax Credit Campaign.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of March 7th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Mgr. request approval of Out State Travel.
Vote-Auth Mgr & LACSC execute easement w/National Grid (Pawtucket St.)
$5,000 Health, S&W Temp, Overtime from Health, S&W Perm.
REPORTS Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Conduit-Verizon req. 15ft conduit in Watson St.
Claims-1 claim personal injury.
Misc.-Costas Stamas 209 Hastings St. req. HP Sign.
William Morales 348 Suffolk St. req. HP Sign.
Lowell Community Health-Req. 2 HP spaces @ 135 Jackson St.
Gas Mains-Keyspan req. replace/relocate gas main in various streets in Pawtucketville as part of Sewer Separation Project.
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Parks Comm. develop fee structure/use policy for parks etc.
C. Elliott-Req. Finance S/C meet re:Establish Revolving Fund for use of park fees.
C. Elliott-Req. Council/Pks. Comm & DPW investigate using landfill for recreational snowboard park.
C. Caulfield-Req. DPD research grants to help renovate Brady School on Pine St.
C. Milinazzo-Re. Mgr. provide further info on the extension of SMG Contract.
C. Ramirez-Req. all S/C Meetings be held in Council Chamber in accordance w/Rule 5A
M. Martin-Req. National Grid remove pole stump @ 176 Walker St.
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
MARCH 3, 2006 2:14 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 7, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of February 28th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
Re-Appointments-Jim Boenis, Ann Cunha, Eileen Golden to Council on Aging.
Re-Appointment-Rachel Edlund to Historic Board.
Re-Appointments-John DeSilva, Sheila Hallissy as Library Trustees.
Appointments-Chris Morency, Elisha Harig-Blaine to Hunger/Homeless Comm.
Ordinance-Amend Ch. 10, Health & Sanitation re: Noise.
Vote-Authorize Amendment to existing Economic Opportunity Area.
Vote-Approve 92-98 Middle St. as Economic Opportunity Area.
Vote-Approve Certified Project Application & authorize TIF Agreement for 92-98 Middle St. LLC.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Claims-(2) Property Damage.
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Re. Council vote to Amend Zoning Code to increase lot size/square footage in residential zones w/2 or more units.
C. Elliott-Req. 178 Woburn St. be added to Demo List (2nd request).
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. update Council on License Comm. decision re:Paradise Club.
C.R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. provide report as to plans for our youth this summer.
C.R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. provide report as to plans concerning Hannaford on Plain St.
M. Martin-Req. Mgr have proper Dept. repair sidewalk on north side of Hurd St.
UNANSWERED NON-RESPONSIVE MOTIONS
C. Ramirez-Req. status report on Noise Ordinance for downtown.
C. Ramirez-Req. status report on wiring Mayor's Reception Room for broadcasts.
Agenda for City Council on February 28, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
FEBRUARY 24, 2006 2:19 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 28, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of February 21st for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Ordinance-Ch. 13 Motor Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance
CITY MANAGER
Vote-Req. approval of Change to Urban Renewal Plan (Hale Howard Sts Area).
Order-Designation of Nat'l Incident Management System for Incident Management.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Pole Loc.-National Grid-req. 1 pole Watson St.
Claim-1 claim property damage.
MOTIONS
C. R. Mercier-Req. 60 Day Trial Handicap Parking 19 Kinsman St.
C. Caulfield-Req. Bldg. Dept. report on construction 2 homes @449 Westford St.
C. Caulfield-Req. Opinion from Law Dept. on construction 2 homes @ 449 Westford St. & Fire Chief report on public safety issue & refer this & other Zoning Issues to Zoning Sub/Committee.
C. Caulfield-Req. street light in vicinity of 60-66 Johnson St.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. invite US Senators, Congressman, State Senator & Local Delegation for walking tour Hamilton Canal District.
C. Broderick-Req. Council revisit Hamilton Canal Development Plan.
Tuesday February 21, not sent by city clerk, workiing on getting it
Agenda for City Council on February 21, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
FEBRUARY 17, 2006 2:22 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 21, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-To Dave Perry of the Lowell Sun.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of February 14th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Vote-Auth Mgr. execute Development Agreement w/Soucy Industries under Acre Plan.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
M/A Com 1001 Pawtucket Blvd.- Req. storage 45,000SCF Hydrogen.
Mass. Electric-1 pole location Middlesex St.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Vote-Auth Mgr. apply/accept/expend grant in amount $3,175 for use in COA.
Vote-Auth Mgr. execute memo Agreement w/U Mass. Lowell re: 6th St. Sewer Separation.
Order-Dedicate corner Chelmsford/Nottingham St. as Bob Stevens Memorial.
$378,800 Wastewater, Various Accts. From Wastewater, Enterprise Funds.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Claims-1 claim for personal injury
MOTIONS
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. confer w/MIS to devise plan to provide wireless internet access throughout city.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. forward remaining land takings in Hamilton Canal District at the March 14th Meeting.
Agenda for City Council on February 14, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
FEBRUARY 10, 2006 2:14 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 14, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of February 7th for acceptance
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Vote-Auth Mgr. execute Development Agreement w/Soucy Industries under Acre Plan.
Vote-Auth Mgr. execute Easement w/River Meadow Inc. Watson/Whipple Sts.
Vote-Auth Mgr. accept gift in amount $500 for use in the Fire Department.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Claims-2 claims property damage
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. Name corner of Chelmsford & Nottingham Sts. for Bob Stevens.
C. Elliott-Req. MIS initiate process to accept on-line payments of tax using credit cards.
C. Elliott-Req. Law Dept. provide list of Legal Cases against city and their current status.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr/Parking Director update Council on Improvements/Revenues to Parking Dept.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. have Traffic Eng. place Right Turn on Red sign @ corner of French/John Sts.
M. Martin-Req. Mgr have Mass Electric remove of light pole stump on Walker St.
M. Martin-Req. Mgr. have Mass. Electric install light on pole #13 on New York St.
M. Martin-Req. Mgr. have Mass. Electric install light on pole # 2 Beatrice Ave.
Agenda for City Council on February 07, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
FEBRUARY 3, 2006 2:07 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 7, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-To Jerry Bisantz, Image Theater as new business.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of January 31st for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
Vote-Auth Mgr. execute Amended Development Plan & Restated Land Disposition Agreement (Julian Steele).
Vote-Auth Mgr. execute Easement w/Mass. Electric.
Vote-Auth Mgr. apply/accept/expend grant $1,000 for Council on Aging.
Ordinance-Amend Traffic Ordinance Sec. 13-182 All Night Parking.
REPORTS (sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-M/A Com Inc. 1001 Pawtucket Blvd. Req. storage 45,000SCF Hydrogen.
Atty. George Eliades for River Meadow Inc. req easement for property located Watson/Whipple St.
Claims-1 claim property damage, 1 claim Personal Injury.
MOTIONS
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept address issues of Centralville United Methodist Church @ 800 Bridge St.
C. Caulfield-Req. proper dept repair sidewalks on W. 6th St. @ St. Michael's Church.
C. Caulfield-Req. Zoning S/C meet w/Board of Appeals re: Special Permit process.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report of hiring of Doctor for Workers Comp Ch 111F Cases.
Agenda for City Council on January 31, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
JANUARY 27, 2006 2:17 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGUALR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 31, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of January 24th for acceptance
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval Out of State Travel.
$112,000 Mgr., Rental School Office&Employee Legal Settlement from Mgr. Contingency.
$2,000 Purchasing, Advertising from Purchasing S&W Perm.
Vote-Auth. Mgr execute Development Agreement w/Soucy Industries Inc. under Acre Plan.
Resolution-Re: Naming of E. Merrimack St. as Sesame Street.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Doris Schaefer 6 Cottage Pl. req. Handicap Parking Sign.
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. report on previous motion re: Vehicles registered outside state.
C. Caulfield-Req. report on construction & operation of Water Tower on Wedge St.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. report on financial status of 16 Laborers and impact on city.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. ask Local Delegation provide Crossing Flasher (20MPH) at Senior Center.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Economic Dev. S/C meet w/Reps of Building Trades re:Upcoming Public Construction Projects.
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. advertise or post expired Board/Commission Positions or bring forward for Council Action.
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. update Council on status of 172 River Place.
C. Ramirez-Council adopt initiative of MIS Director re: Public contact w/Councillors via City Web Page.
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
JANUARY 20, 2006 2:21 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 24, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of January 17th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
Order-Dedicate corner of John & Paige St. as Lew Family Memorial.
Vote-Adopt recommendation of DPD re: Parking in Gardner Ave. Lot.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Artie & Jenny Barbato 251 E. Merrimack St. req. address Council re:Sec 13/182 Winter Parking Ban.
Claims-1 claim Personal Injury/Property Damage
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. vote to name E. Merrimack St. as Sesame St. temporarily.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on Medicare Reimbursement Subsidy from Fed Gov't re: City Medication Program.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. instruct Law Dept. prepare Order Taking for Lichoulas Property in Hamilton Canal District.
C. Donoghue-Req. Mgr. have police increase presence in downtown area.
C. A. Mercier-Req. Mgr. update Council on Mass Mills Development.
C. Broderick-Req. Mayor appoint S/C to address Marketing City's Image.
Agenda for City Council on January 17, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
JANUARY 13, 2006 2:13 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 17, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of January 10th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
Vote-Accept gift ($500.00) Holiday Party (Comcast).
Vote-Approve amended Julian Steele Development Plan and amended Land Disposition Agreement.
PETITIONS
Pole Loc.-Mass. Electric 1 pole on Middlesex St.
Claims-1 claim property damage.
MOTIONS
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. report on # of False Alarms in 2005.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Public Safety S/C revisit Alarm Ordinance to include Fire Alarms.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Council revisit MGL Ch. 59, Sec. 59D re: Affidavit of Address.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Council adopt recommendation of DPD re: Business Parking in Gardner Ave. Lot.
C.R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. repair Flashing lights @ Black Bridge on Gorham Street.
M. Martin-Req. name corner of John Street and Paige Street in honor of Lew Family.
C. Donoghue-Req. Mgr report on hiring freeze and effect it has on current positions and departments.
C. Donoghue-Req. Mgr. report on all Board Positions that are in hold over status.
C. Donoghue-Req. City Council establish policy on posting of all Board Positions and explore possibility of term limits on Boards.
Agenda for City Council on January 10, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
JANUARY 6, 2006 2:21 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANAURY 10, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
Jay Mason from the Friends of Tyler Park make presentation to Parks Commissioner.
Proclamation-New Owners of Lull & Hartford-Donahue & Sons Sporting Goods.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of January 3rd for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
Vote-Apply/accept/expend grant in amount of $3,000 for Council on Aging.
Vote-Accept the bid of Downeast Realty & Development of $240,000 & convey 86 Fay St. under Ch. 30b.
REPORTS
PETITIONS
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Finance S/C convene meetings re: FY 07 Budget Process.
C. Milinazzo-Mgr. Report on Economic Impact if Lock Monsters leave city.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. have Wire Dept. replace lights in Lucy Larcom Park.
C. Ramirez-Req. report on Status of Noise Ordinance in Law Dept. for DLBA.
C. Broderick-Req. Mayor form AD/HOC Comm to meet w/Auditor re: Review of correspondence from DOR on Free Cash/ReCap Sheet.
C. Broderick-Req. Auditor report to AD/Hoc Comm re: Accounting Stoklosa School.
C. Broderick-Req. Quarterly report from Auditor re: City's Financial Status.
Agenda for City Council on January 03, 2006, 06:30 PM
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
DECEMBER 30, 2005 2:10 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 3, 2006
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of December 13th for acceptance
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Loan Order-To borrow $1,750,000 for the construction of Parking Garage.
Ordinance-Ch. 13, Motor Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
To ratify the 5 votes taken at the Emergency Council Meeting held on December 30, 2005.
PETITIONS
Claims-1 claim property damage
Misc.-Stacy Phillips 37 Whipple St. req. Handicap Sign
Residents of 11 Allen St. req. removal of No Parking Signs on Douglas Rd.
Mary Brill 84 Epping St. req. Handicap Parking Sign.
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. make upgrades @ Childrens Park on Commonwealth Ave.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have HR look @ reducing cost of Health Care for employees.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have DPW address snow/ice removal on Dead End Streets.
C. Elliott-Req. vote to require Site Plan Review for permits of 500sf or more.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. have DPW Comm. report on St. Openings permitted after deadline.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. provide guidelines for expending Sr. Disability Contribution Fund.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr./DPD report on parking spaces @ new development @ old Burbeck's
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. take steps to televise Zoning & Planning Bd. Meetings.
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