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Agenda for City Council on December 13, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY DECEMBER 13, 2011
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of December 6th, Neighborhood/Traffic SC December 6th, Special Meeting (Interviews November 30th ), Special Meeting (Interviews December 1st ) for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Vote - Accept sections 21, 22 and 23 as provided in sec. 21(a) of MGL Chapter 32B, as amended.
3. Vote - Appointment - City Clerk Michael Geary for a 3 year term.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
4. Vote-Authorize City Manager approve sewer hookup (190 Middlesex St.) and further Authorize City Manager execute Settlement Agreement.
CITY MANAGER
5. Communication - From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
6. Communication - From City Manager, request approval Out of State Travel (1) LPD.
7. Order - 60 Day Trial (Cheryl Lee Lane).
8. Vote - Accept Easement from Lowell Mammoth Development, LLC.
9. Vote - Approve and Authorize the City Manager to execute Easement to Lowell Mammoth Development, LLC.
10. Vote - Accept gift ($200.00 Mayor's Holiday Reception) from Lowell Plan, Inc.
11. Ordinance - Amend Ch 150 Fees (Reserved Dwelling Parking Spaces).
12. Ordinance - Amend “s 266-85. Reserved dwelling parking space.
13. Vote - To endorse NMCOG's Regional Strategic Plan.
14. Vote - Supplemental appropriation of $100,000 to Police Overtime Acct.
15. Vote - Supplemental appropriation of $500,000 to Snow & Ice Acct.
16. Vote - Approved amending the Tax Increment Financing Agreement and plan by replacing Sheila R.E. Investments, LLC with Sheila R.E. Ventures, LLC.
17. Ordinance - Amend Ch 150 Fees (snow removal tow during or as result of Snow Emergency).
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
GENERAL PETITIONS
18. Claims (1) claim for property damage
MOTIONS
19. C. Broderick - Req. Mgr. meet with all potential participants to achieve successful implementation city wide of the Darkness to Light child abuse prevention program.

Agenda for City Council on December 06, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY DECEMBER 6, 2011
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
PRESENTATION
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of November 29th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Discussion of final steps in the process of the selection of new City Clerk.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
3. Discussion of Health Care Negotiations up to date.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
4. Vote - Adopt Minimum Residential Factor.
CITY MANAGER
5. Communication - From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
6. Communication - From City Manager, request approval Out of State Travel (2) DPD, (1) LPD.
7. Vote - Incur Snow and Ice Liability.
8. Vote - Transfer and appropriate $230,000 (Grand Manor Condominium).
9. Vote - Accept Section 19 of MGL c.32B (Health Care).
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
10. Neighborhood/Traffic S/C
GENERAL PETITIONS
11. Claims (1) claim for property damage.
12. Misc. - Kristina Leverone Request Handicap Parking Space 30 Willie St.
MOTIONS
13. C. Mendonca - Req. Mgr. have the web pages for Boards and Commissions reviewed and updated to current membership, meeting times and meeting locations.
14. C. Mercier - Req. Mgr. provide information as to the programs available to school children alerting them of the dangers of pills, and what Council can do to help.
15. C. Caulfield - Req. Mgr. have the Law Dept. draw the proper vote to name small parcel of land @ end of Hurd St. “Ken Harkins Square” or “Ken Harkins Way”.
16. C. Caulfield - Req. Mgr. have the Law Dept. draw the proper vote to name city owned park bench on Bridge St. for Cary Renault a long time activist for the disabled.

Agenda for City Council on November 29, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 29, 2011
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
PRESENTATION
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of City Council Meeting November 22nd, City Council Special Meeting November 9th, Ad-Hoc Clerk Oversight S-C November 17th, and Neighborhood Traffic S-C November 22nd for acceptance.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Pole Location - National Grid-Pole location Middlesex St. @ Edwards St.
3. Loan Order - Green Repair Projects - School Dept. ($6,750,000).
4. Loan Order - Reduce $21,000,000 Loan Order (Ameresco, Inc.) by $285,000 for new amount of $20,715,000.
CITY MANAGER
5. Communication-From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
6. Communication-From City Manager, re: resignation from Hunger Homeless Commission.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
GENERAL PETITIONS
7. Sewer Tie-In - L&J Property Mgmt., LLC, 190 Middlesex St., N. Chelmsford, MA.
8. Claims (2) - (1) claim for property damage, (1) personal injury.
MOTIONS
9. C. Mendonça - Req. Mgr. present a plan to eliminate the operating deficit in the Waste Water Enterprise Fund before the reserve funds are depleted.
10. C. Murphy - Req. Mgr. identify alternative meeting time for License Commission to allow for more community input.
11. C. Murphy - Req. Mgr. offer to host free Complete Streets workshops through the Baystate Roads Program and MassDOT in order to begin discussion toward developing a formal policy.
12. C. Murphy - Req. Mgr. report on potential for LED streetlight purchase plan in which a portion of savings generated is reinvested to incrementally increase coverage of LED streetlights.
13. C. Martin - Req. Mgr. to investigate the feasibility/advisability of a left turn arrow light from Andover St. to High St.

Agenda for City Council on November 22, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 22, 2011
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
PRESENTATION
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of City Council Meeting November 15th, and Technology & Utilities S/C November 15th for acceptance.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Vote-Accept MGL c. 270 s. 16 re: prohibiting illegal dumping on public highways and also on property of another.
3. Ordinance-Amend certain sections of Chapter 270 entitled Waste and Recycling.
4. Ordinance-Amend Ch. 150 entitled Fees re: Waste and Recycling.
CITY MANAGER
5. Communication-From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
6. Communication-From City Manager, request approval Out of State Travel (1) LPD.
7. Communication-From City Manager (6) appointments Lowell Telecommunication Board of Directors.
8. Constable Bond, (1) Bond (Jared P. Riccardi), for approval for term 1/4/2011-1/7/2014.
9. Presentation by City Manager - “Key to the City” new series on LTC.
10. Communication-regarding establishing the tax rate and request for public hearing.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
11. Ad/Hoc Clerk Oversight S/C Report from November 17th.
12. Neighborhood/Traffic S/C Report from November 22nd.
MOTIONS
13. C. Mercier - Req. Mgr. provide status of the jersey barriers on the bridge on Market St. @ Hanover St. and also to provide time line for completion etc.
14. C. Mercier - Req. Mgr. provide an explanation on the rules governing 108 Loans, home funds etc. as it relates to requirement and pay backs with these monies.
15. C. Elliott - Req. Mgr. provide council on construction schedule on all bridges being repaired by Enel Corp.
16. C. Elliott - Req. City Council discuss possibility of setting up a Task Force to address traffic problems city wide.
17. C. Elliott - Req. Mgr. have proper dept. replace Stop Sign at the corner of Laplume Ave. and Barbara St.
18. C. Elliott - Req. City Council vote to request the City Manager have a third party confirm the safety of uninspected LHA units at North Common Village.
19. C. Murphy - Req. Mgr. report on progress toward an updated capital improvement plan.
20. C. Murphy - Req. Mgr. report on estimated property assessment valuations and projected new growth figures.
21. C. Murphy - Req. Mgr. report on progress toward strategic goals and objectives and schedule, with Council, an annual performance review pursuant to the City Manager's contract.

Agenda for City Council on November 15, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 15, 2011
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of City Council Meeting November 8th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Ongoing search for new City Clerk: continue discussion of the resumes, rank and interviews for open position of City Clerk; discuss potential interview dates.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
4. Vote-Auth. City Mgr. to amend the City of Lowell 2010-2015 Consolidated Plan.
5. Order-60 Day Trial (236 Broadway on Adams St.).
6. Ordinance-Amend Zoning (include 169.1 and 169.2 Bridge St. in SGOD) and amend sec. 9.6).
7. Vote-Apply/Accept/Expend ($1,000,000) in US EPA Brownfields funding.
8. Vote-Declare surplus 391 Pawtucket St. (Lot A) u/MGL c.30B ($178,000.).
9. Vote-Approve 1075 Westford St. Economic Opportunity Area (EOA).
10. Vote-Approve Certified Project Application for H.B. Software Solutions and TIF Agreement (Sheila R.E. Investments, LLC).
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
11. Technology & Utilities Sub/Committee Report from 11/15/11
UTILITY PETITIONS
12. Pole Location-National Grid-Pole locations Middlesex St.
MOTIONS
13. C. Mercier - Req. City Council support sending a Council Packet to each City Councillor - Elect and invite them to sit in on our meetings.

Agenda for City Council on November 08, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 8, 2011
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of City Council Meeting November 1st, Finance Sub/Committee November 1st, Ad/Hoc Clerk Oversight Sub/Committee October 27th, and the Public Safety Sub/Committee September 8th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Special Meeting to discuss the resumes, rank and interview for open position of City Clerk.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
4. Constable Bond, (1) Bond (Giovanni Blois-Freyre), for approval for term 1/4/2011-1/7/2014.
5. Communication-From City Manager, request approval Out of State Travel (1) LPD.
6. Order-60 Day Trial (Ralph Street)
7. Vote-Accept MGL c. 270 s. 16 re: prohibiting illegal dumping on public highways and also on property of another.
8. Ordinance-Amend certain sections of Chapter 270 entitled Waste and Recycling.
9. Ordinance-Amend Ch. 150 entitled Fees re: Waste and Recycling.
10. Loan Order-Green Repair Projects - School Dept. ($6,750,000).
11. Loan Order-Reduce $21,000,000 Loan Order (Ameresco, Inc.) by $285,000 for new amount of $20,715,000.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
12. Comcast/Cable TV Sub/Committee
GENERAL PETITIONS
13. Claims (1) claim for property damage
MOTIONS
14. C. Murphy - Req. Mgr. seek report from National Grid representatives on recent response to restore power, as well as prior preventative maintenance work program.
15. C. Murphy - Req. Mgr. report on analysis of potential for regionally or municipally owned electrical utility and, with Council input, include MA bill H. 869 in developing the city's legislative agenda.
16. C. Descoteaux - Req. Mgr. provide and widely market free parking in downtown, (evenings and weekends) during the holiday season.

Agenda for City Council on November 01, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 1, 2011
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
PRESENTATION
From DPD regarding the Sustainability Snapshots Talking Points.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of City Council Meeting October 25th , Economic Development Sub/Committee October 25th , and Ad/Hoc Clerk Oversight Sub/Committee October 18th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. That the City Council implement all steps necessary, procedurally and otherwise, to fill the open position of City Clerk.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
Presentation from Drug Discount Card Company regarding launch of discount card program.
4. Communication-From City Manager, request approval Out of State Travel (1) LPD.
5. Vote-Auth. Mgr. execute MOU re:520-524 Central St.
6. Order-60 Day Trials (University Ave. & Gates St.).
7. Vote-Auth. Mgr. Lease eleven (11) Parking Spaces (Leo A. Roy Municipal Parking Facility) to United States Government.
8. Vote-Auth. Mgr. execute MOA between Greater Lowell Workforce Investment Board.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
9. Ad/Hoc Clerk Oversight Sub/Committee report from October 27th.
10. Finance Sub/Committee report from November 1st.
11. Wire Insp.-Reports of National Grid for: (1) pole location Hildreth St.
MOTIONS
12. C. Mercier - Req. the City Mgr. have proper department repair steps in front of the old Health Dept. in the JFK Plaza.
13. C. Mercier - Req. two adjacent “No Parking - Handicap Drop-Off-Monday-Friday 8:00Am-4:00PM” signs at Community Family, 236 Broadway St. on the Adams Street side of the building.
14. C. Elliott - Req. the City Mgr./City Solicitor get an opinion from the Ethics Commission on hiring process for Treasurer.
15. C. Elliott - Req. the City Council adopt residency requirement for city employees similar to the City of Boston Ordinance.
16. C. Murphy - Req. Mgr. explore a Bank On Lowell initiative in partnership with local non-profits, banks and credit unions to provide access to low-or no-cost financial services and education for un-or underbanked families.

Agenda for City Council on October 25, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY OCTOBER 25, 2011
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of City Council Meeting October 18th, and Finance S/C September 13th for acceptance.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Ordinance-Quarterly Traffic
3. Order of Taking- Rita Street Extension
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
5. Order-60 Day Trial (57 Fifth Street).
6. Vote-Accept gift ($1,700) from Pollard Memorial Library Foundation, Inc. (Library)
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
GENERAL PETITIONS
7. Claims (3) claims for property damage.
8. Misc.-Catherine M. Coulam - 17 Ralph Street - Request for Handicap Parking sign.
MOTIONS
9. C. Mercier- Req. Mgr. have proper department install No Parking Here to Corner on Andrews St. at Moore St.
10. C. Mercier- Req. Mgr. have Lands & Bldgs. repair the hole in the roof on the Shedd Park Pavilion (Left Side).
11. C. Mercier- Req. Mgr. provide a report of progress, time line, etc. of the previous proposed hotel near the Tsongas Arena.
12. C. Elliott- Req. City Council vote to oppose expansion of homeless services by Living Waters downtown.
13. C. Elliott- Req. Mgr. enforce zoning and parking restrictions at 8 Kirk Street and provide report on proposed expansion of homeless services at the same location.
14. C. Broderick- Req. Mgr. meet with downtown businesses and Saint Ann's Church to explore possibility of working out a plan for use of space other than services for the homeless.
15. C. Mendonca- Req. Mgr. have the traffic engineer determine if Riverwalk Way could be made a No Parking area on one or both sides between Lawrence Dr. and Perkins St.
16. C. Murphy- Req. Mgr. reconsider network of transit overlay districts with adjusted minimum parking requirements to encourage neighborhood business or affordable housing development with thorough transportation demand management plans.
17. C. Murphy- Req. Mgr. provide data on variances granted by Zoning Board

Agenda for City Council on October 18, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY OCTOBER 18, 2011
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of September 27th Special Meeting and October 11th for acceptance.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Vote-Create a Commonwealth of Massachusetts Designated Cultural District in the City of Lowell.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
4. Communication-From City Manager, request approval Out of State Travel (2) LPD.
5. Order-60 Day Trial (Various).
6. Vote-Accept donation $500 from anonymous donor (Library).
7. Vote-Exempt Kerry A. Hall from MGL c.268A s20.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
GENERAL PETITIONS
8. Claims (3) claims for property damage.
9. Misc.-Donaida Santana - 90 Gates Street - Request for Handicap Parking sign.
10. Misc.-Ray Barowich - 17 Ellis Ave. - Discuss keeping Father McGuire Park clean.
11. Misc.-Attys. Plunkett & Plunkett for Stickville Wilder LLC. - Request amendment to zoning ordinance.
MOTIONS
12. C. Caulfield-Request Mgr. utilize 2/3 of the increased local aid towards tax relief for Lowell taxpayers.
13.C. Murphy-Request Mgr. consider in development of plan for one-time additional local aid the city's adopted strategic and fiscal management goals for property tax relief, as well as net school spending, minimum reserves, and snow and ice budgeting.
14. C. Murphy-Request Mgr. provide update on Tanner Street Initiative and plan for public participation.
15. C. Murphy-Request Mgr. report on potential of community benefit agreements for future large-scale urban renewal or development projects.

Agenda for City Council on October 11, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY OCTOBER 11, 2011
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
PRESENTATION
Crime Stoppers of Lowell-purchasing of new surveillance cameras for Development Services to address illegal dumping.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of September 13th and October 4th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
2. Communication - From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests.
3. Communication - From City Manager Presentation of one-year update on Development Services.
4. Vote - Apply/Accept/Expend grant funds ($993,016) from HUD for Homeless Assistance Services.
5. Vote - Authorize Mgr. execute Assignment of Lease re: 65 parking spaces in the Edward J. Early, Jr. Parking Garage.
6. Order of Taking - Temp. and Permanent Easements (55.1 First St. Blvd.) to comply with an EPA-mandated Read Interceptor Storage Project.
7. Vote - Authorizing Mgr. accept a gift of 5' x 8' mesh utility trailer with a gate from the Northern Middlesex Council of Governments (NMCOG).
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
GENERAL PETITIONS
8. Claims - (1) Property Damage.
MOTIONS
9. C. Martin- Req. Mgr. have proper dept. investigate lack of street lighting at 122 Andrews St. and add lights as necessary.
10. C. Martin- Req. Mgr. have proper dept. investigate possibility of having Cheryl Lee Lane be residential parking only and report back to Council.
11. C. Mercier- Req. Mgr. have the Law Dept. draw the proper vote to have a 60 Day Trial for Handicap Parking Sign 57 Fifth Street.
12. C. Mercier- Req. Mgr. find ways to expedite the 5 month backlog regarding water hearings.
13. C. Caulfield- Re. Mgr. and Auditor provide an explanation regarding the Management Letter concerning the reconciliation of the cash bk. in Treasurer's Office.
14. C. Caulfield- Req. Mgr. have the proper dept. install a Stop Sign on end of Staples Street.
15. C. Murphy- Req. Mgr. report on development of public Wi-Fi zones, particularly within the proposed Cultural District.
16. C. Descoteaux- Req. Mgr. address lighting issues on Paige & John Sts.
17. C. Descoteaux- Req. Mgr. have proper dept. update Council on status of the Riverview Park Project.
18. C. Elliott- Req. Mgr. provide update on status of setting the tax rate for FY 2011.
19. C. Elliott- Req. Council direct Mgr. to develop plan to put savings (after set-aside from Mitigation Fund) from any potential health-care savings into tax relief.

Agenda for City Council on October 04, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY OCTOBER 4, 2011
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of September 27th for acceptance.
UTILITY PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. National Grid - Pole Location - Hildreth Street
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication - From City Manager Responses to City Council Motions and Requests
4. Ordinance-Quarterly Traffic
5. Order of Taking- Rita Street Extension
6. Vote-Create a Commonwealth of Massachusetts Designated Cultural District in the City of Lowell
7. Vote-Auth City Council to approve execution by City Manager of Memorandum of Agreement between the City of Lowell and Boott Mill Developer, LLC.
8. Vote-Apply, Accept and Expend Grant ($139,800) Fire Dept.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
9.Wire Inspector Reports-National Grid for Pole Location - Willie Street; Pole Location - Andover Street/Nesmith Street; 35 Feet of Underground Conduit - Jackson Street.
GENERAL PETITIONS
10. Claims - 1. Personal Injury
11. Misc. - From Mark Romanowsky, Lowell Parks & Conservation Trust - Request to name the new City park behind 383 Pawtucket Street as “Spaulding House Park.”
MOTIONS
12. C. Mercier - Request Manager have Police Department patrol Mary J. Bacigalupo Park on Shattuck Street for trash, drug deals, and vandalism
13. C. Mercier - Request Manager have Traffic Engineer place No Parking sign behind 380 Westford Street
14. C. Mercier - Request Manager investigate practices in Treasurer's Office as it relates to RMV issues
15. C. Murphy - Request Manager develop with input from Council, School Committee and all departments, an annual legislative program consistent with our strategic goals and objectives

Agenda for City Council on September 27, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY HALL, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of September 13th for acceptance.
2.Communication-From City Auditor re: Formalized Cash Policy of the City of Lowell.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
3.Vote-Accept sections 21, 22 and 23 as provided in sec. 21(a) of MGL Chapter 32B, as amended.
4.Vote-Rescind vote appointing Angela Gitschier Acting City Clerk.
5.Vote-Appointment of an Acting City Clerk (Robert E. Slagle).
EXECUTIVE SESSION
To go into Executive Session for the purpose of an ongoing discussion of matters relating to a former City employee, as it relates to charges against this former City employee.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
6.Ordinance-Amending “Zoning” re-Frontage.
7.Ordinance-Amend Ch.222 by inserting a new sec. 222-13 entitled Library Child Safety.
8.Loan Order-$10,450,000 (LRWU) finance cost of upgrades.
CITY MANAGER
9.Vote-Accept gift from Estate of the late Mary E. McNamara (Council on Aging).
10.Vote-Accept gift of 16 dogwood trees from The Lions Club of Lowell, Inc. (Parks Dept.)
11.Vote-Apply/accept/expend grant ($50,000) Mass Dept. of Conservation and Rec.
12.Vote-Authorize Manager accept deed to Rita Street Extension from Loon Hill Development, Inc.
13.Correspondence-Appoint Dorothy Duval - Hunger Homeless Commission.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
14.Report of Finance Sub/Committee
GENERAL PETITIONS
15.Misc.-Enid DeCastro requesting a Handicap Parking Sign at 54-56 Nelson Avenue.
UTILITY PETITIONS
16.Pole Location-National Grid-Pole location Hildreth St
.
MOTIONS
17.C. Mercier-Req. City Council establish an Ad/Hoc Clerk Oversight S/C and the Mayor appoint members to address short falls and existing issues in terms of the day to day operations of the Clerk's Office.
18.C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have Developmental Services streamline the permitting process as it relates to the Treasurer's Office.
19.C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. establish a drop off area where residents can bring large branches and trees after storms such as those xmas tree areas.
20.C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. send traffic engineer to Fowler Rd. to inspect sunken areas of the street caused by utility tie ends and see if there is any portion of a performance bond existing
21.C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have the Parks Dept. and the Police address issues at Monsignor Keenan Park at Hampshire St. and W. 6th Sts.
22.C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on rental permitting requirements for landlords.
23.C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on potential of student SmartCards to access public transit, school, recreational and library resources.
24.C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. provide one-year report on reorganization of Inspectional Services into the Development Services Department.
25.C. Murphy-Req. City Council develop policy recommendations for oversight of Clerk's Office and refer final Leahey Report to Personnel S/C for discussion.
26.C. Elliott-Req. Auditor direct independent auditor firm to audit all depts. That accepts cash.
27.C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. update City Council on solar panels at landfill.
28.C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. work with management to address safety issues at Shelter.

Agenda for City Council on September 13, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
Proclamation - Mayor Milinazzo presents Dianna Conole with proclamation for National Recovery Month
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of August 23rd for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Vote - Accept sections 21, 22 and 23 as provided in sec. 21(a) of MGL Chapter 32B, as amended. (Public Hearing continued from August 23, 2011)
3. Executive Session - To go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters relating to a City employee, as well as complaints and/or charges against the City employee.
4. Vote - To extend the contract for the acting clerk for an additional 90 days, or until such time as a successor clerk is appointed.
5. Vote - To approve the job description of city clerk, and authorize the posting of such.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
6. Ordinance-Zoning change Livingston Ave. area to SSF Zone (suburban family) and amend section 11.1.7 Notification of application for Building Permits.
7. Order of Taking and Acceptance-Of Various Streets - (Eljer Drive, Ionian Circle, Epirus Drive, portion of Seventeenth St.)
UTILITY PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
8. Pole Locations -National Grid-Pole locations: (1) Willie St. and (2) Andover St./Nesmith St.
9. Conduit-National Grid-35ft conduit Jackson St.
CITY MANAGER
10. Communication - From City Manager, request approval Out of State Travel (5 requests- 4 new, one revised)
11. Communication - From Planning Board, Report re Zoning: 390 Pawtucket St. w/Ordinance.
12. Order - Dedicate Central/North Sts. “Francis J. Bettencourt Memorial”.
13. Order - 60 day trial (various)
14. Vote - License Agreement (Unity Place, LLC) Moody St.
15. Vote - Designate Tom Moses Acting City Manager 9/17-9/21
16. Vote - Authorizing the Manager to apply for, accept and expend a $5.43M grant from Mass Works Program to capitalize a revolving loan fund which will be used to support the rehabilitation of 110 Canal Street (referred to as Freudenberg Building).
17. Vote - Authorizing the Manager to apply for, accept and expend two grants up to total of $23M through Mass Works Structure Program to support the Hamilton Canal District and Downtown Lowell Transportation Evolution Program.
18. Vote - Authorizing the Manager to apply for, accept and expend a $4.5M ($4,500,000.00) grant from Mass Works Program through Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development, to support the construction of the public infrastructure for the remaining phases of the River's Edge on the Concord development.
19. Reappoint Vincenzo Milinazzo, John Lawlor, Sidney Liang, and Suellen O'Neill to Council on Aging.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
Sub/Committees-
20. Report of the Public Safety S/C re: LPD report concerning alcohol and licensed establishments.
21. Report of the Finance S/C re: Loan Order $26,274,000.00 Lowell Regional Water Utility Upgrade Bonds, Arch Street Police Bldg. cost, Auditor's Report Sick Leave Buy Back
22. Wire Insp.-Reports of National Grid and Verizon New England to install 20 feet on underground conduit from pole 2 to property line.
GENERAL PETITIONS
23. Misc. - Christopher Smith, on behalf of Shedd Park Baseball Organization, requesting that the City of Lowell name a street Peter Rogers Way, located between Shedd Park and Lowell Cemetery and to dedicate an engraved stone.
24. Claims- 1 claim Personal Injury and 5 claims Property Damage
MOTIONS
25. C. Mercier - Req. Mgr. provide update on status of the Judicial Center as it pertains to the current economic impact.
26. C. Mercier - Req. Mgr. report on the policy/procedure on each Department that accepts cash.
27. C. Mercier - Req. Mgr. have the proper department place a stop sign on River Rd. at intersection of Burnham Rd.
28. C. Mercier - Req. a 60 Day Trial for Handicap Parking Sign in front of 33 Pleasant Street.
29. C. Elliott-Req Mgr. look into possible recycling location for downtown residents.
30. C. Elliott-Req Mgr. report on proposed adult center for homeless in downtown off Page Street.
31. C. Elliott-Req Auditor report back to Council on MUNIS cash management module for Clerk's Office.
32. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr explore participation in Blue Cross Blue Shield Well Power Program to achieve cost-savings through improved employees' health.
33. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr explore potential of Lowell as a site for no-cost Connecting Cops with Kids Community-Oriented Police Training Program.

Agenda for City Council on August 23, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY AUGUST 23, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of August 9th for acceptance.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Vote-Accept sections 21, 22 and 23 as provided in sec. 21(a) of MGL Chapter 32B, as amended.
UTILITY PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
3. National Grid-20 ft conduit in Columbia St.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
5. Communication-From City Manager, requesting approval Out of State Travel.
6. Vote-Apply/Accept/expend Grant (Mass DEP Recycling Enforcement).
7. Order-60Day Trial (Canal St.).
8. Communication-Designate Tom Moses Acting City Manager 8/24-9/6.
9. Ordinance-Amend Ch.222 by inserting a new sec. 222-13 entitled Library Child Safety.
10. Ordinance-Amend Ch.222 by inserting a new section 222-14 entitled Child Safety Zones.
**Executive Session** For the purpose of discussing matters relating to a City employee, as well as complaints and/or charges against the City employee.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
11. Sub/Committee-Report of the Public Safety S/C re: Library Issues.
GENERAL PETITIONS
12. Misc.-Atty. Flood for Unity Place, LLC Request a license to maintain (3) bollards located within the sidewalk area of the City of Lowell.
13. Claims-1 claim Property Damage
UTILITY PETITIONS
14. Pole Location-National Grid-Pole location Willie St., Andover St./Nesmith St.
15. Conduit-National Grid-35ft conduit Jackson St.
MOTIONS
16. C. Mendonca-Req Mgr. provide an update to the Council regarding the upgrades at the WWTP, especially odor mitigation and complaints of vibration.
17. C. Mendonca-Req Mgr. report on the costs and revenues for the Sealer/Weights and Measures function of other communities served by NMCOG.
18. C. Descoteaux-Req Mgr. replace bike racks in downtown.
19. C. Descoteaux-Req Mgr. organize downtown summit that produces a strategic plan to address parking, snow removal and other infrastructure issues.
20. C. Descoteaux-Req Mgr. develop a comprehensive Summer Recreation Program (both fee-for-service and subsidized) that supports the needs of Lowell's working families.
21. C. Descoteaux-Req Mgr. update council on status of long term pension and healthcare obligations.
22. C. Descoteaux-Req Mgr. report on feasibility and value of re-appointing school side landscaping management to the city-side.
23. C. Descoteaux-Req appropriate city-side department meet with school-side Facilities Manager and School Committee's Facilities Chair for the purpose of reviewing and updating school-side maintenance priorities.
24. C. Murphy-Req Mgr. explore possible collaboration w/Habitat for Humanity on a “Rock the Block” neighborhood revitalization project in coordination w/Manager's Impact Initiative.
25. C. Murphy-Req Mgr. review parks and recreation permitting policies to ensure fairness in their application.
26. C. Murphy-Req Mgr. report on possible challenge to census figures with assistance from the Population Estimates Program at UMass.
27. C. Murphy-Req Mgr. provide update on availability of paperless packet option and state grant from expedited permitting law to facilitate electronic delivery.
28. C. Elliott/C. Caulfield- Req City Council meet in Executive Session to get update on City Clerk.
29. C. Elliott-Req Mgr. direct library staff to enforce no pornography policy at Pollard Memorial Library.
30. C. Elliott-Req Mgr./CFO provide report on all banks used by city.
31. C. Elliott-Req Mgr. report on cost of illegal dumping and discuss issuing (1) sticker for bulk items as part of annual trash fee.
32. C. Elliott-Req City Council to discuss setting up a regional household products collection center.
33. C. Broderick-Req that the Finance S/C schedule a joint meeting with the School Committee's Facilities S/C to discuss maintenance and a general school facilities update.

Agenda for City Council on August 09, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY AUGUST 9, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-Author and Professor Robert Forrant and Author Christoph Strobel to present City Council with their autographed books.
Citations-For 2011 ArtWalk Award Recipients.
Proclamation-From Mayor presented to Dorcas Griggs, LCHC for National Health Center week August 8-12th.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of July 12th & July 26th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2.National Grid-20 ft conduit in Columbia St. (From last City Council Meeting July 26, 2011)
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
3.Ordinance-Zoning change Livingston Ave. area to SSF Zone (suburban family) and amend section 11.1.7 Notification of application for Building Permits.
4.Order-Amend Order Abandon-Border St.
5.Loan Order-$26,274,000 (LRWU) finance cost of upgrades.
CITY MANAGER
6.Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
7.Communication-From City Manager, request approval Out of State Travel.
8.Vote-Accept sections 21, 22 and 23 as provided in sec. 21(a) of MGL Chapter 32B, as amended.
9.Order of Taking and Acceptance-Of Various Streets - (Eljer Drive, Ionian Circle, Epirus Drive, portion of Seventeenth St.)
10.Ordinance-Amend Zoning - re-Frontage
11.Order-60 day trial (Blossom St.)
12.Order of Taking-For Permanent and Temporary Easements related to constructing and improving sidewalks related to McAuliffe and Robinson Schools.
13.Vote-Auth Mgr execute any and all documents pertaining to the sidewalk construction project and related Order of Taking for Permanent and Temporary Easements at McAuliffe and Robinson Schools.
14.Revocation of Order-51 Nottingham St.
15.Ordinance-Amend Ch. 272-86 Metered Service Water re: Fees effective 7/1/12
16.Ordinance-Amend Ch. 272-86 Metered Service Water re: Fees effective 7/1/13
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
17.Wire Insp.-Reports of National Grid for: (1) pole location Broadway St., 925' underground conduit Broadway St./Lewis St., 460' conduit Woburn St., 50' underground conduit Middlesex St., (1) pole location Eleventh St., Externet Systems to expand equipment to (4) additional locations, Phoenix Communications underground conduit 44 Middle St./220 Appleton St.
GENERAL PETITIONS
18.Misc.-Atty. James Flood for Coffman Realty, Inc. Walgreens-Request a drainage easement on their property adjacent to Walgreen's site.
19.C&F Realty Trust, Arthur Faneros (Suppas Pizza Shop)-Request new over hanging awning 94 University Ave.
20.Claim-2 claims property damage.
MOTIONS
21.C. Caulfield-Req. City Mgr. have Bldg. Dept. inspect porches neighborhood by neighborhood on multi family dwellings.
22.C. Mercier-Req. City Mgr. have proper dept. repair air conditioning units in all rooms at Stoklosa School and prepare report of when repairs were made.
23.C. Mercier-Req. City Mgr. provide a list of new businesses that opened and businesses that have closed in the past 5 yrs.
24.C. Murphy-Req. Mgr./Law Dept. explore possible remedies to continual railroad violations of regulations restricting excessive engine-idling.
25.C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. develop, with community input, a short term plan for old Butler School property.
26.C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. develop proposal for a portion of the Green Communities Grant to fund purchase and distribution of solar trash compactors and recycling kiosks among neighborhood business districts.
27.C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. review home business zoning regulations to potentially allow more employees and spur local job growth.

Agenda for City Council on July 26, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JULY 26, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of July 12th for acceptance.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2.Ordinance-Amending Fee Schedule, Sealer of Weights/Measures Permits etc.
CITY MANAGER
3.Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council motions/requests.
4.Communication-From City Manager, request approval Out of State Travel.
5.Vote-Sidewalk Seating License(Carmen Ortiz dba Time Out Café and Eatery).
6.Vote-Authorize 2011 Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice to HUD.
7.Vote-Apply/Accept/Expend Grant (Concord River Greenway Phase IIIA).
8.Vote-Declare Surplus 412 Merrimack St. (Smith Baker Center) $300,000.00.
9.Order-60 Day Trial (for 57 O'Brien Terrace).
10.Vote-License Agreement (77 Branch St.-Ramos Package Store) overhanging awning.
11.Appointment-Licia Sky/Joanne Souza, Green Building Commission.
12.Loan Order-$26,274,000 (LRWU) finance cost of upgrades.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
GENERAL PETITIONS
13.Claim-(3) claims property damage.
14.Misc.-Daniel Wasileuskas, 95 Boulevard St. req. to abandon portion of Riverview Ave.
MOTIONS
15.C. Elliott-Req. Mgr report on impact of final municipal health insurance reform law.
16.C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr./Inspect. Serv. Dept. report on status of burned property at 350-352 Wilder St.
17.C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have trash left out longer than 1 wk be removed by city and cost to be forwarded to owner/landlord.
18.C. Murphy/C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. prepare report of progress on strategic goals and objectives for annual performance evaluation pursuant to the City Manager's Contract.

Agenda for City Council on July 12, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JULY 12, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of June 28th for acceptance.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Ordinance-Chapter 266, Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
UTILITY PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
3. National Grid to place 1 pole Broadway St.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
5. Communication-From City Manager, request approval of Out of State Travel.
6. Communication-From City Manager, appointments to Cultural Council.
7. Order-Dedicate corner Pine/Florence Ave. as Charles H. Cummings Memorial.
8. Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, Various locations.
9. Order-Amend Order of Abandonment of Border St.
10. Vote-Accept gift $5,000 from Joann Weber Charitable Fund.
11. Vote-Apply/accept/expend grant FY12 State Formula Grant, COA use.
12. Vote-License Agreement w/Village Smokehouse 98 Middle St. sidewalk seating.
13. Vote-Year End Transfer $622,349.00
14. Ordinance-Amending Fee Schedule, Sealer of Weights/Measures Permits etc.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
15.Economic Development Sub/Committee report re: Hamilton Canal Development.
16.Youth Services Sub/Committee report re:Communities That Care Survey Presentation etc.
17.Wire Insp.-Report of National Grid Pole Locations Perry St. & Parker St. and National Grid/Comcast conduit location Lewis St.
GENERAL PETITIONS
18. Misc.-Elia Ortiz 57 O'Brien Terr. Request Handicap Sign.
UTILITY PETITIONS
19. National Grid-20 ft conduit in Columbia St.
MOTIONS
20. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr., regardless of funding sources, find ways/means to keep city pools open all season.
21. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on potential use of New Urban Mechanics approach to improve reporting of municipal issues etc.
23. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. develop Smarter Cities Grant proposal for LowellStat work with public safety depts. on more effective systems to support emergency response and prevention efforts.
24. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on progress in making procurement decisions consistent with Local & Environmentally Preferable Purchasing Policy.
25. C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr. report on feasibility of using Online Municipal Auctions as part of sustainability strategy

Agenda for City Council on June 28, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JUNE 28, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
MAYOR'S BUSINESS
Proclamation-National Community Health Center Week.
Citation-To Jack Donohue for dedication to Centralville Teams.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of June 14th for acceptance
UNFINISHED BUSINESS (from CC Meeting of June 14th)
Motions
*20. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. address conditions @ Central & Middlesex Sts. re:Cobblestones.
*21. C. Caulfield-Req. Wastewater investigate sewage problem @ Wood St. & Princeton Blvd.
*22. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. bring vote forward to accept Kearney Dr. & after vote, add to repaving list.
*23. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. to provide copies of applications/resumes of applicants for Boards & Commissions.
*24. C. Elliott-Req. Council discuss Placard Parking Issues on Beacon St.
*25. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. explore placement of Billboards to generate revenue.
*26. (action taken at meeting 6/14/11)
*27. M. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. report on Double Yellow Lines on Lincoln Parkway & other streets in the Highlands.
GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Loan Order-To borrow $1.3 Million for Eminent Domain Acquisition.
UTILITY PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
3. Extenet Systems-To expand equipment to 4 additional locations.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-Responses to City Council Motions/Requests.
5. Vote-Lease Agreement w/Top Donut Inc, for 3 years.
6. Vote-To apply/accept/expend grant $1 Million for Career Center of Lowell.
7. Vote-Appropriation Transfer $120, 478.61, for 2011 deficits.
8. Ordinance-Ch. 266, Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
**Executive Session** for discussion of pending eminent domain litigation, public discussion of which would be detrimental to the city's position.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
GENERAL PETITIONS
9. Residents of Beacon St. area re: Reserved Dwelling Parking Ordinance.
10. Thi Gou Lan 30 Howard St.-Req. City abandon portion Oak Avenue.
11. Ramos Package Store 77 Branch St.-Req. overhanging Sign.
UTILITY PETITIONS
12. Pole Loc.-National Grid to place 1 pole Broadway St.
MOTIONS
13. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have Cemetery Commission revisit Graveside Rules/Regs.
14. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. take action to remove non-compliant metal clothing collection containers throughout the city.
15. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. explore potential of formal economic gardening initiative, GrowLowell, in partnership w/UMass Lowell Management Dept. & others.
16. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on job performance of TIF Agreements and potential policy of reinvestment of new growth due to TIFs into economic development efforts.
17. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on usage of Green Communities grant funding, including participation in stretch code energy efficiency grant/loan program.
18. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on potential ordinance change to require private waste haulers operating in city to provide recycling services at affordable/flat rate & to amend fee schedule for dumpsters to eliminate existing disincentives.
19. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on establishment of short-term revolving loan fund for business, condo & multifamily apt. buildings to more easily access recycling services & corresponding savings.
20. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. review/report on progress towards goals of city tree ordinance, & submit an application for MA DCR Urban & Community Challenge Grant to develop urban forestry plan in compliance w/the ordinance.
21. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. complete an update to Capital Improvement Plan over next year, & more fully intergrate the plan into a formal process preceding annual budge session.
22. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. explore grant application to MassWorks Infrastructure Program for partial support of Speck Plan recommendations & coordinated pilot project for green stormwater infrastructure downtown.
23. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. identify alternative grant funding source for Hale's (River Meadow) Brook Greenway Plan to provide improved access & environmental enhancements to the adjacent neighborhoods.
24. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on need for a Fair Housing Commission & on city's progress in addressing fair housing concerns.

Agenda for City Council on June 14, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JUNE 14, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
Proclamation-Mayor present Lowell Sustainability Week.
Recognition-Mayor recognize “Persona” as a new business.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of May 31st for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Ordinance-Ch. 290, Zoning, extend TMU Zone 550-570 Bridge St.
3. Ordinance-Ch. 150, Entitled Fees, Developmental Services.
4. Ordinance-Ch. 104, Animals, Responsible Pit Bull Ownership.
UTILITY HEARINGS
5. Conduit Loc.-Verizon N.E. 380 ft. conduit in Lewis St., Nat'l Grid 155 ft Warren St., and Comcast 2-3” PVC in Lewis St.
6. Pole Loc.-National Grid 1 pole Parker St., 1 pole Perry St.
CITY MANAGER
7. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council motions/requests.
8. Communication-From City Manager, request approval Out of State Travel.
9. Vote-Apply/accept/expend grant $1,000 Parks & Recreation.
10. Vote-Enter into License Agreement w/Babylon Restaurant 25 Merrimack St. sidewalk seating.
11. Order-60 Day Trial, Various locations.
12. Vote-Establish new Neighborhood District, Sec. 9 of Ch. 566, Acts 1983 (Livingston Ave-Harvard St. Neighborhood).
13. Vote-To extend paper St. Berkeley Ave.
14. Ordinance-Zoning change Livingston Ave area to SSF Zone & amend Sec. 11.1.7 Notification of application for Building Permits.
15. Ordinance-Amend Zoning Extend TMU Zone to include 390 Pawtucket St.
16. Loan Order-To borrow $1.3 Million, for eminent domain taking.
GENERAL PETITIONS
17. Claim-1 claim property damage.
UTILITY PETITIONS
18. Extenet-To expand equipment to 4 additional locations.
MOTIONS
19.C. Caulfield-Req. Zoning S/C convene meeting ASAP, to address zoning in certain neighborhoods and further place moratorium on lots under 10,000sf until S/C makes recommendations.
20. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. address conditions @ Central/Middlesex Sts. re:Cobblestones.
21. C. Caulfield-Req. Wastewater investigate sewage problem @Wood St. & Princeton Blvd.
22. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. bring vote to accept Kearney Dr./after vote, add to repave list.
23. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. provide copies of applications/resumes of applicants for Boards/Commission Positions.
24. C. Elliott-Req. Council discuss Placard Parking Issues on Beacon Street.
25. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. explore installation of Billboards for revenue purposes.
26. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. set more structured policy on TSF Zones citywide, which would allow construction to conform w/character of neighborhood etc.
27. M. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. report on Double Yellow Lines Lincoln Parkway & other Streets in Highlands Section.

Agenda for City Council on May 31, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 31, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
Jane Calvin Lowell Parks/Conservation Trust address Council re: Lowell Riverfest.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of May 24th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Vote-Approving the 2011 Re-Precincting Plan for City of Lowell.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests & Presentation on the FY12 budget process.
4. Vote-License Agreement w/Reservations Restaurant 179 Central St. sidewalk seating.
5. Vote-Appropriation Transfer $22,000 Police Dept.
6. Resolution-Support passage Senate Bill #1008, Land Use Partnership Act and #1019, Comprehensive Land Use Reform and Partnership Act.
7. Ordinance-Amend Ch. 150 Fees (line item 57.14 delete “per unit).
8. Executive Session-For the purpose of discussing pending eminent domain litigation, public discussion of which may have detrimental effect on City's position.
REPORTS
9. Report of Finance Sub/Committee re: Ameresco Contract.
MOTIONS
10. C. Mercier-Req. proper vote to change zoning on Livingston Ave. from TSF to SSF.
11. C. Caulfield-Req. Traffic Eng look into 4 way stop Raynor and Monadnock Streets.
12. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. address annoying pot holes vicinity 355-366 Andover St.
13. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. further improve building permitting process for homeowners.
14. C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr. review/update Sidewalk Sales licensing policies to assist small businesses.
15. C. Elliott-Req. Council clarify language in Responsible Pit Bull Ownership Ordinance in Section J-(3)-(a) re: Exceptions to Provisions, Safe Dog Training.

Agenda for City Council on May 24, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 24, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of May 17th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Ordinance-Ch. 104 Sec 104.29.1, Responsible Pit Bull Ownership.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Constable Bond-1 Bond for term 1/4/11-1/7/14.
5. Communication-From Planning Board, report re:Zoning 550 Bridge St. w/Ordinance.
6. Vote-To declare surplus & convey 6 Shattuck St. to Enterprise Bank for $5,200.
7. Vote-To adopt the Annual Action Plan.
8. Auth. Mgr. to apply/accept/expend grant $2,475,000 Lead Hazard Reduction.
REPORTS
9. Report of Public Safety Sub/Committee re: Ordinance for Responsible Pit Bull Ownership.
PETITIONS
10. Conduit Loc.-Comcast 2-3” PVC Lewis St., National Grid 155 ft in Hurd St.
11. Pole Loc.-National Grid 1 pole Perry St., National Grid 1 pole Parker St.
MOTIONS
12. C. Elliott-Req. Council discuss including Livingston Ave, Harvard & Nicolet Sts as part of Tyler Park Neighborhood Historic District.
13. C. Elliott-Req. Council discuss Bldg. Permit issued 113 Livingston Ave.
14. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. contact Postmaster re:possibility of relocating mail boxes on main roads (Varnum Ave.) closer to property to prevent vandalism.
15. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. contact MCC & U Mass Lowell re:student participation w/LTC to initiate/facilitate televising neighborhood meetings on LTC.
16. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. have proper vote drawn to implement recommendations of DPD re: Vacant Foreclosed Property Ordinance.
17. C. Murphy/C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. report on status of funding for municipal pools in FY 2012.
18. C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr. review/update policies in order to improve abutter/neighborhood notification during all stages of development.

Agenda for City Council on May 17, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 17, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
Citation-From Mayor Milinazzo to Edward Goodwin GLTHS for Law Day Essay.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of May 10th for acceptance
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Ordinance-Ch. 290 Zoning, Amend Article 1, Process for Petitioning Council for Zoning Amendment. (from last week).
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From City Manager, request approval Out of State Travel.
5. Vote-Approve 2011 Re-Precincting Plan.
6. Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, North St.
7. Vote-Supplemental Appropriation $32,654 DPW.
8. Vote-Appropriation Transfer $25,000 Cemetery Division.
REPORTS
9. Report of the Finance Sub/Committee
PETITIONS
10. Misc.-Rachel Edlund 390 Pawtucket St. req. Zoning Amendment 390 Pawtucket St.
MOTIONS
11. C. Caulfield-Req. Moratorium on Cell Towers until Ordinance drawn to restrict placement near parks, playgrounds, schools etc.
12. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. explore replicating Xwalk markings used in Dracut.
13. C. Elliott-Req. Auditor report on all costs expended to date re:new police garage.
14. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr./Chief Police evaluate possibility of using E-911 Reverse System to notify neighborhoods re:House Breaks/Car Breaks.
15. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. work w/LRTA & Youth Council to identify potential adjustments to bus service to increase work opportunities.
16. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. expand city fleet policy to include section on alternatively-fueled vehicles.
17. C. Mercier-Req. proper vote to Officially re-name Textile Bridge to University Avenue Bridge.

Agenda for City Council on May 10, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 10, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
UTEC Members to address Council re: Vote 17.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of May 3rd for acceptance
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Order Taking/Acceptance-Acropolis Road and Corinthian Drive (from last week).
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
3. Ordinance-Chapter 290, Zoning- Process for petitioning Council for Zoning Amendment.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
5. Communication-From Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
6. Constable Bonds, 3 bonds for approval for term 1/4/11-1/7/14.
7. Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
8. Vote-Enter into License Agreement w/G&AA LLC, Fuse Bistro for sidewalk seating.
9. Vote-Establish Revolving Fund, School Day Care.
10. Order-Tax Credit Bond Designation.
11. Appointment-Dennis J. McCarthy as Alternate Member, Board of Appeals.
12. Ordinance-Amend Ch. 104, Animals by adding Sec. 104-29.1 Responsible Pit Bull Ownership.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee)
13. Public Safety S/C report re:Dangerous Dog Regulations etc.
PETITIONS
14. Conduit Loc.-Verizon NE to place 380 ft. conduit in Lewis Street.
MOTIONS
15. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. provide Council w/copy Ameresco Contract.
16. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr/Mayor work w/School Dept. to participate in “Do the Right Thing” essay competition re:impact of domestic violence, bullying etc.
17. C. Martin-Req. Mgr. report on status of improvements @ Sun Apartment Building.

Agenda for City Council on May 03, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 3, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
Citation-From Mayor to Capt. Jonathan Webb, Detectives Gerald Wayne/Linda Coughlin.
LZ Nunn/John Wooding of COOL announce Annual Breakfast, Eleanor Pye address Council re: LTC Grand Opening.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of April 26th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARING (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Order Taking/Acceptance-Acropolis Road & Corinthian Drive.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From City Manager, requesting approval of Out of State Travel.
5. Appointment-Jackie Hayes to the Hunger Homeless Commission.
6. Appropriation Transfer $134,000 Law Dept.
7. Appropriation Transfer $72,445.02 Public Works.
8. Vote-Petition Legislature for authority to Provide for the Secure Storage of Large Number of Firearms.
REPORTS
9. Public Safety S/C report re:Dangerous Dogs.
PETITIONS
10. Misc.-Attorneys Geary & Geary LLC representing George Scannell, Hyacinth Trust req. to amend Order of Abandonment of Border Street.
11. Claims-1 Claim Personal Injury, 1 Property Damage.
MOTIONS

Agenda for City Council on April 26, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 26, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of April 19th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARING (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Pole loc.-National Grid to place 1 pole Eleventh St.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From City Manager, requesting approval Out of State Travel.
5. Constable Bonds-2 Renewals for term 1/4/11to 1/7/14.
6. Vote-Auth. Mgr. submit application to DHCD to designate 169.1-169.2 Bridge St. an extension of Smart Growth Zoning District.
7. Vote-Auth. Mgr. accept gift from LRTA of 1993 Ford Cutvan E350.
8. Vote-Auth. Mgr. to apply/accept/expend a grant in the amount of $20,000 from Mass. Dept. Public Health.
9. Vote-Appropriation Transfer $50,000 Cemeteries.
REPORTS
PETITIONS
10. Misc.-Atty. George Eliades for Skaff Enterprises requesting extension of Berkeley Avenue.
11. Roland Bevis 25 Hildreth St. req. Handicap Parking Sign.
12. Move Lowell Forward PAC-Address Council re: Stabilize City Finances etc.
MOTIONS
13. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. address diseased/rotted tree @ 86 Upham St.
14. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. review visible recycling policy to increase diversion of recyclables from waste stream.
15. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on Health Effects (if any) from Cell Towers on City Structures.

Agenda for City Council on April 19, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 19, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
Mayor present Animal Advisory Report. (Re: C. Elliott's Motion).
Gunther Wellenstein address Council re:Spring Household Hazardous Waste Day.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of April 12th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Ordinance-Ch. 266 Vehicles and Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From Planning Board, Report on Process for Petitioning for Zoning Amendment, with Ordinance.
5. Communication-From City Manager, request approval of Out of State Travel.
PETITIONS
6. Claims-1 claim property damage.
MOTIONS
7. C. Martin-Req. Mgr. have proper depts. report on potential impact of Federal Cuts on city programs.
8. C. Martin-Req. Mgr. add Dancause St. to the repaving list.
9. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. add link in “Sign Up Today” section of city web site to allow contact w/Mayor/Councillors.
10. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. provide analysis Ma. Housing Development Incentive Program & potential guidelines on its local application.

Agenda for City Council on April 12, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 12, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
Recognition-Mayor recognize Greater Lowell Tech HS Graphic Students.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of April 5th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Conduit Loc.-National Grid to place 925 ft. Broadway/Lewis Sts.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
5. Re-Appointment-Amie Stevens to Lowell Historic Board.
6. Order-60 Day Trial, First St, Meade St & Lawrence St.
7. Vote-License Agreement w/Sammy's Pizzeria 127 Merrimack St., sidewalk seating.
8. Vote-COLA increase retirees base amount from 12K to 13K.
9. Vote-Increase survivor benefits from 6K to 9K.
10. Vote-Auth Mgr. execute MOA re: Elimination of Master Medical.
11. Communication-Designate Tom Moses, CFO as Acting Mgr. 4/14-4/22.
12. Order of Taking & Acceptance-Acropolis Rd & Corinthian Dr.
13. Ordinance-Amend Zoning 550 Bridge St. Extend TMU Zone.
***Go into Executive Session for purpose of discussing Union Contract Negotiations***
REPORTS (Sub/Committee)
14.Report of Marketing/Arts & Culture Sub/Committee.
PETITIONS
15. Misc.-Melvin Hamburger owner 7.1 Oak Ave. request to transfer land back to city.
16. Claims-1 claim property damage, 1 personal injury.
MOTIONS
17. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. contact Sheriff Dept. to request assistance in cleaning city parks etc.
18. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. explore potential of offering prescription drug discount card based on Gloucester Model.

Agenda for City Council on April 05, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 5, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of March 29th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Conduit Loc.-National Grid to place approx. 50 ft conduit in Middlesex St.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
5. Re-appointment-Martha Mayo to the Lowell Historic Board.
6. Vote-Appropriation Transfer $180,000 Veterans Services from Mgr. Contingency.
7. Vote-Appropriation Transfer $126,000 Law, Various Acts. from Court Judgements.
8. Vote-Auth. Mgr. execute Limited Access Agreement @ 60 Dublin St.
9. Vote-Auth. Mgr. execute Access/Consent Agreement @ 268 Mt. Vernon St.
10. Ordinance-Chapter 266, Motor Vehicles, Quarterly Ordinance.
REPORTS
11. Sub/Committee-Report of the Public Safety S/C re: Library Issues.
PETITIONS
12. Misc.-Kenneth Harkins 110 Bigelow St. Req. address Council re:RFP for Cemetery Maintenance.
13. Atty. James Hall for Bridge Street Holding Co. LLC req. re-zone 550 Bridge St. from NB to TMC.
14. Claims-4 claims property damage.
MOTIONS
15. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. provide full Financial Report on Winterfest etc.
16. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. explore keeping lights in parks on longer hours to deter crime etc.
17. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on impact of local meals tax option.
18. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. report on feasibility of initiating citywide Open Lowell Promotional Event.
19. C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr. work w/Community to establish Community Garden Program.

Agenda for City Council on March 29, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 29, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of March 22nd for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Pole loc.-National Grid to place 1 pole First Street.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From Manager, accept resignation of Stephen Geary from BOA.
5. Appointment-Kevin Ahern to the Board of Appeals.
6. Appointment-Marion Frances Saunders as alternate on Board of Appeals.
7. Appointment-William Lovely Jr. to Conservation Commission.
8. Vote-Apply/accept/expend grant $25,000 from Mass. Historical Commission.
REPORTS
9. Report of the Collegiate Partnership Sub/Committee.
MOTIONS
10.C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report if city received any funds as a result of sale of former St. Joseph's Hospital.
11.C. Mendonca-Req. amendment to Vacant/Foreclosed Ordinance to remove requirement of posting notice on building, visible from street.
12. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. update Council on Ameresco Contract

Agenda for City Council on March 22, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 22, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of March 15th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Loan Order-To borrow $3,256,972 for Capital Improvements.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From City Manager, request approval Out of State Travel.
5. Constable Bond-Christopher Swimm N. Billerica for 3 year term.
6. Appointments-3 appointments to Crime Stoppers of Lowell.
7. Communication-Resignation Molly Sheehy from Crime Stoppers of Lowell.
8. Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulation, Beaulieu St.
9. Vote-Accept gift $500 from Lowell Heritage Partnership for cleaning/ restoration of Mayor Bartlett Portrait.
10. Vote-Accept donation of 4 Ford E-250 Vans from Trinity EMS.
11. Vote-Accept gift of 45, 15Gal Recycling Bins from Watermark.
REPORTS
12.Report of Economic Development Sub/Committee.
PETITIONS
13. Conduit Loc.-National Grid to place 925 ft in Broadway/Lewis Sts. & approx 50 ft. in Middlesex St.
14. Misc.-Jennie Young 44 Meade St. request HP Sign.
15. Claims-7 claims property damage.
MOTIONS
16. C. Caulfield-Req. School Dept. dedicate school property for Dr. Wayne Peters.
17. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. repair/repave White St. from VFW to Mt. Hope St.
18. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on impact of wastewater treatment discs in water system and seek to recoup associated cleanup costs.
19. C. Mercier-Req. 60 Day Trial HP Parking 94 First St.
20. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept remove barriers on Aiken St. Ouellette Bridge to reveal beauty of river for waiting traffic.
21. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. contact Haverhill re: Develop plan for Boat Moring Program.

Agenda for City Council on March 15, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGUULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 15, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of March 8th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
2. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
3. Communication-From Manager requesting approval of Out of State Travel.
4. Constable Bond-Richard Carter Dracut Ma. for term 1/7/11-1/14/14.
5. Re-Appointment-Debra Grossman, Lowell Bar Assoc. to the Historic Board.
6. Order-Ch. 266, 60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
7. Vote-Auth. Mgr. enter Lease Agreement w/Fortune Wakefield LLC for 660 Suffolk St.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
8. Wire Insp.-Verizon N.E. 284 ft. conduit in River Place.
PETITIONS
9. Pole loc.-National Grid-To place 1 pole First St.
10. Claims-2 claims, 1 property damage, 1 personal injury.
MOTIONS
11. C. Caulfield-Req. Church Parking Only signs @ 660 Lawrence St. Assembly Christian Church.
12. C. Elliott-Req. City ban Level 3 Sex Offenders from the Pollard Memorial Library.
13. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on policy re:Citations for Snow Removal.
14. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. consider inclusion of tax schedules & performance of current TIF Agreements in FY 12 Budget Document.

Agenda for City Council on March 08, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 8, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
Awards-2010 Green Building Excellence Awards.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of March 1st for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
2. Communications-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests
3. Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
4. Vote-Auth Mgr. execute Notice of Activity & Use Limitations & Access Agreement 93 Billerica St.
5. Vote-Declare Surplus 39 Myrtle St. aka 115 Sixth St. (Varnum Elementary School) & set minimum bid at $492,000.
6. Resolution-Council on record in opposition to proposed Federal Grant Cuts.
7. Vote-Amending Council Rule #12 re:Distribution of Council Agenda Materials by Electronic Means.
8. Ordinance-Amend Zoning Ch 290 Sec 1.7 by inserting new subsection 1.7.1 Entitled Process for Petitioning Amendment to Zoning Map.
9. Communication-From City Manager Presentation of Capital Plan for Fiscal 2011.
10. Loan Order-To borrow $3.2 Million to fund projects in Capital Plan.
REPORTS
11. Council Rules Sub/Committee report on Election Issues Rules.
PETITIONS
12. Claims-3 claims, 2 property damage, 1 personal injury.
MOTIONS
13. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. designate space to display White Ribbon Day Proclamation each year, and set March aside to set up Pledge Sheet and other items etc.
14. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. revisit possibility of Solar Panels on Landfill etc.
15. C. Mercier-Req. Public Safety S/C schedule meeting on Library Issues.
16. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on maintenance plans for public facilities, including Smith Baker, to preserve current potential for future uses.

Agenda for City Council on March 01, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 1, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of February 15th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Conduit Loc.-Verizon to place 142 ft. conduit in River Place.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communications-From City Manager, Responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From City Manager, request approval Out of State Travel.
5. Appointment-Marianne Gries to Library Board of Trustees.
6. Vote-Ch. 44, Sec 31D, City incur liability/make expenditures in excess of Appropriations for snow/ice removal.
7. Order-Ch 266, Sec 266-6, 60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
REPORTS
8. Council Rules Sub/Committee-Re. Council Rule # 12 Electronic Receipt of Council Materials etc.
9. Wire Insp.-Verizon conduit in Plain St. & National Grid 2 poles Varnum Ave.
PETITIONS
10. Misc.-Residents of Glenmere St. req. Street Light pole #2
11. Iris Feliciano 45 Beech St. req. HP Sign
12. Claims-4 claims for property damage.
MOTIONS
13. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have vote drawn and proper dept. place 4 Way Stop Glenwood/Luce Sts.
14. C. Mercier-Req. CC go on record in favor of Resolution Denouncing Community Service Grant Cuts.
15. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on impact of population loss from latest Census & discuss process for redistricting wards/precincts.
16. C. Descoteaux/Mercier-Req. Mgr. determine feasibility of LPD working w/Sheriff's Dept. to create front end crime deterrent based on (Scared Straight Model).
17. C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr. determine feasibility of plan that, over period of time, gives portion of monies derived from Handicap Parking Fines to Disability Comm. for programs reducing hardships for disabled.
18. C. Descoteaux-Mgr. have appropriate dept. work with Disability Comm. for purpose of adding “Disabled” indicator on next Lowell Census.
19. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. develop budget hearing process to align w/the goals of GFOA Performance-based budget, greater transparency & public participation.
20. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. have Traffic Engineer examine intersection Moody/Aiken Sts for potential traffic safety improvements.

NO CITY COUNCIL MEETING: February 22, 2011, the meeting was canceled school vacation week

Agenda for City Council on February 15, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 15, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of February 1st/8th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Ordinance-Amend Chapter 150, Entitled Fees, Various Permit Fees.
3. Conduit loc.-Verizon to place 747 ft. in Plain St.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
5. Constable Bond-1 Bond for renewal term 1/4/11-1/7/14.
6. Vote-Auth. Mgr. execute Month-to-Month Lease w/Top Donut (city lot)
7. Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations
8. Vote-Auth License Agreement 280 Chelmsford St. John E. Spinney (Rent-A-Car) to maintain fence/parking.
9. Vote-Endorsing Manager's Goals and Objectives (2011).
REPORTS
10. Sub/Comm-Finance Sub/Committee report from 2/15/11
PETITION
11. Misc.-Mass. Mills III Limited Partnership Req. extend Smart Growth Overlay District at Mass Mills III Site.
12. Lowell Sports Club 490 Central St. req. Loading Zone/30 Min. Parking signs.
13. Conduit Loc.-Verizon to place 142 ft. in River Place.
14. Claims-2 claims property damage.

Agenda for City Council on February 08, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR METING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 1, 2011(Cancelled-Snow)
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 8, 2011(**)
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of January 25th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2. Pole loc.-National Grid to place 2 poles Varnum Avenue.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From City Manager, requesting approval of Out of State Travel.
5. Vote-Accept proposal of Genetti's General Contracting for $110,000 & convey 18 Lane St. under Ch. 30B
6. Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
7. Ordinance-Amend Ch. 150, Entitled Fees, DPD Services.
2/08/11
(**)1A-Constable Bond-Renewals, 3 Constables 1/4/11-1/7/14.
(**)2A-Communiation-From City Manager, requesting approval Out of State Travel.
(**)3A-Vote-Leroy St. Lot (15 spaces) to Caleb Westford St. Corp.
(**)4A-Vote-Supplemental Approp. $122,770 from Parking Enterprise, Free Cash to Equipment Fund.
(**)5A-Vote-Apply/accept/expend grant $26,208, Fire Prevention/Safety Grant.
REPORTS
8. Sub/Committee-Personnel S/C re: Manager's Goals and Objectives.
PETITIONS
9. Claims-3 claims for property damage (**) 2 property damage, 1 personal injury.
(**)6A-Misc.-Emily Foster 55 Otis St.-Req. HP Sign.
MOTIONS
10. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. explain the time change in snow removal for downtown etc.
11. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on proposed/projected cuts in State/Federal Aid.
12. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. report/advise on what potential impact would be of Governors proposed budget.
13. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. set meeting w/all involved/necessary parties with the Economic Development S/C re:Status of Hamilton Canal Project.
14. C. Broderick-Req. Council accept the Move Lowell Forward white paper on Opportunities Provided by Local Jobs, for discussion.
15. C. Murphy-Req. Council amend Rule #12 to include electronic communication as acceptable means of delivery of council materials.
16. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. develop formal Complete Streets policy, possibly w/funding through NMCOG Technical Assistance Grants.
17. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. report on implementation of Vacant/Foreclosing Property Ordinance since adopted in 7/8/08.
2/08/11
(**)2A-C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on additional security at the Transitional Living Center.
(**)3A-C. Broderick-Req. Mgr report on snow storage & potential impact in neighborhoods upon melting.
(**)4A-C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on status of Overtime Accounts.
(**)5A-C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr. update Council on Citizens Emergency Response Training Program.
(**)6A-C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. consider reduction in certain building permit fees to incentivize the use of low-impact development practices.
(**)7A-C. Murphy-Req. Mgr/Development Services draft policy waiving permitting fees to incentivize purchase & redevelopment of blighted/abandoned properties etc.

Agenda for City Council on February 01, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR METING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 1, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of January 25th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2. Pole loc.-National Grid to place 2 poles Varnum Avenue.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From City Manager, requesting approval of Out of State Travel.
5. Vote-Accept proposal of Genetti's General Contracting for $110,000 & convey 18 Lane St. under Ch. 30B
6. Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
7. Ordinance-Amend Ch. 150, Entitled Fees, DPD Services.
REPORTS
8. Sub/Committee-Personnel S/C re: Manager's Goals and Objectives.
PETITIONS
9. Claims-3 claims for property damage.
MOTIONS
10. C. Caulfield-Req. Council Package be made available for Public/Media.
11. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. explain the time change in snow removal for downtown etc.
12. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on proposed/projected cuts in State/Federal Aid.
13. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. report/advise on what potential impact would be of Governors proposed budget.
14. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. set meeting w/all involved/necessary parties with the Economic Development S/C re:Status of Hamilton Canal Project.
15. C. Broderick-Req. Council accept the Move Lowell Forward white paper on Opportunities Provided by Local Jobs, for discussion.
16. C. Murphy-Req. Council amend Rule #12 to include electronic communication as acceptable means of delivery of council materials.
17. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. develop formal Complete Streets policy, possibly w/funding through NMCOG Technical Assistance Grants.
18. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. report on implementation of Vacant/Foreclosing Property Ordinance since adopted in 7/8/08.

Agenda for City Council on January 25, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 25, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
Major Henry from Salvation Army to thank public for Giving Tree.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of January 18th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
2. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
3. Vote-To pay contractually obligated payment to Defense Fund, LPD.
REPORTS(Personnel S/C Meeting Feb 1st 5:30 PM re: Mgr Goals Objectives)
PETITIONS
4. Claims-1 claim, property damage.
5. Misc.-Daniel Couture 17 Spring St. Req. address CC re:Pay Phone in Police Lobby, Enforcement of Ordinance for Snow Removal from Sidewalks.
MOTIONS
6. C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr. have proper depts. work w/members of community to implement Lowell's Green Business Certification Program.
7. C. Martin-Req. Mgr. proper dept. determine feasibility of left turn arrow to traffic signal @ corner Bridge St & Lakeview Ave. for traffic heading north.
8. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on plans for greater savings and efficiency in solid waste/recycling programs in upcoming year.
9. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. address problems/concerns 80 Lafayette St

Agenda for City Council on January 18, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 18, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
Major Henry, Salvation Army to thank public for Giving Tree.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of January 11th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Public Hearing-Amend Zoning 301 Chelmsford St. (from last week)
CITY MANAGER
3. Communications-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Vote-Auth. Mgr. enter Lease Agreement w/TMobile, cell antenna Wedge St.
5. Vote-Supplemental Appropriation $1,248,586 to Stabilization Fund & $100,000 to Police Overtime.
6. Re-Appointment-Karen Davidson-Heller as Library Trustees.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
7. Wire Insp.-National Grid to place 1 pole W. London St.
8. Sub/Comm. Report-Personnel S/C re:Manager's Goals/Objectives.
PETITIONS
9. Misc.-Adwilda Rodriguez 71 Fulton St. req. HP Sign.
10. Conduit Loc.-Verizon to place 747 ft. conduit in Plain St.
11. Claims-1 claim property damage.
MOTIONS
12. C. Caulfield/Mercier-Req. Council allow Sean Burke address CC re:Plan for vacant/foreclosed homes.
13. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. alert proper dept's to review materials/notices included w/Tax Bills which may be misleading.
14. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on performance of Single Source Marketing & consider shifting focus toward lower cost, community driven, multiple source marketing strategies.
15. C. Elliott-Req. Council/Mgr. discuss adjusting fluoride levels in city water supply.

Agenda for City Council on January 11, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 11, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of January 4th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Ordinance-Ch. 290 Zoning, Extending NB district to include 301 Chelmsford St.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-Appointments to LTC Board.
5. Constable Bonds-Renewal of 4 Constable Bonds Term 1/4/11 to 1/7/14.
6. Re-Appointment-Sayon Soeun to the Library Board of Trustees.
7. Vote-Auth. Mgr. execute Access Agreement w/Nat'l Grid for 1 & 9 Kyan St. for hazardous waste clean up.
8. Vote-Auth. Mgr. enter Lease Agreement w/Boys/Girls Club for Police Precinct.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
10. Sub/Comm.-C. Caulfield report on Public Safety S/C re: Recent Violent Crimes.
PETITIONS
11. Claims-2 personal injury, 2 property damage.
MOTIONS
12. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr/Law Dept. report on potential of property tax abatement program for abandoned/blighted properties.
13. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr/CFO provide Council with annual report referenced in City Investment Policy & Analysis of potential percentage preference for local banks etc.
14. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on costs/benefits of expanded use of GIS to improve efficiency/transparency of service delivery.
15. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on progress toward Water Conservation Retrofit/Rebate Program etc.
16. C. Descoteaux/Elliott-Req. Mgr. develop plan to help give Lowellians greater access to city jobs.
17. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on Parking Restriction on Varnum Ave. near Hospital.
18. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on staffing levels in Police Dept.
19. C. Caulfield-Req. Wayne Trombly to address Council re: 1,000 Volunteers for 1 Day in October to help clean neighborhoods and other various tasks.
20. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. contact Nat'l Grid for St. light pole #2 35-37 Glenmere St.

Agenda for City Council on January 04, 2011, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 4, 2011
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of December 14th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Ordinance-Chapter 290, Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
3. Pole loc.-National Grid to place 1 pole W. London St.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
5. Communication-From City Manager, requesting approval Out of State Travel.
6. Re-Appointment-Rosaline Willie-Bongo to Lowell Housing Authority.
7. Re-Appointment-Allen Miller to the Board of Parks.
8. Appointment-Councillor Descoteaux to Commission on Disabilities.
9. Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, Various Locations.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
10. Wire Inspector-National Grid to place 1 pole Moody St.
PETITIONS
11. Misc.-Atty. Tricia LaFlamme Albert for Mark & Elisia Saab 396 Andover St.-Req. License Agreement to conduct work in sidewalk.
12. Pole Loc.-National Grid to place 2 poles Varnum Ave.
MOTIONS
13. M. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. report on costs & benefits of continuing Winterfest.
14. C. Caulfield-Mgr. explain R.E. Tax Increase and who is affected & how.

Agenda for City Council on December 14, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY DECEMBER 14, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
Recognition-Mayor recognize St. Jeanne D'Arc School
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of December 7th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Vote-To establish the Minimum Residential Factor. (Classification Vote)
3. Pole Loc.-Nat'l Grid to place 1 pole Moody St.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
5. Communication-From City Manager requesting approval of Out of State Travel.
6. Communication-From Planning Board re: Zoning Amendment 301 Chelmsford St.
7. Vote-Accept gift of improvement to unpaved sidewalk from Portuguese American Center & Greener Landscape.
8. Vote-Accept gift of $500 from Comcast for Mayor's Holiday Reception.
9. Vote-Mgr. apply/accept/expend grant $18,000 COA for Elder Nutrition Program.
10. Vote-Council vote to cancel Council Meetings Dec. 21 & 28.
11. Vote-Special Act to lower voting age to 17 in Municipal Elections.
12. Ordinance-Chapter 290, Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
13. Claims-3 Claims, property damage.
14. Pole loc-Nat'l Grid to place 1 pole West London St.
15. Misc.-Tracey Ogden 346 Boylston St. req. city abandon land 340 Boylston St.
MOTIONS
16. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on status of new police garage on Arch St.
17. C. Elliott-Req. Flood S/C meet w/Mgr. re:Update on Bladder System.
18. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr./Health Dept. report on Educational Efforts re:Bed Bugs.
19. C. Martin-Req. Mgr. provide updated report on utilization of First Time Homebuyer Programs.

Agenda for City Council on December 07, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY DECEMBER 7, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of November 30th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARING (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Ordinance-Amending Zoning Ch. 290 by extending RR District 600 Rogers St.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From Board of Assessors, request Council set PH on Dec. 14th for Classification Vote (Minimum Residential Factor).
5. Communication-From City Manager request approval Out of State Travel.
6. Vote-Accept gift of $4,000 from Coffman Realty Inc. for use by Planning Bd.
7. Vote-Transfer $150,000 from Sale of Property to Capital Fund for potential environmental issues.
8. Vote-Accept gift from Chamber of Commerce $100 for Mayor's Holiday Party.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
9. Claims-1 Claim Property Damage
10. Pole Loc.-National Grid place 1 pole Moody St.
MOTIONS
11. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on status of property corner Highland & Thorndike Sts.
12. C. Mendonca-Req. Auditor report on closing of FY 2010 & resulting “Free Cash Status”.
13. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. provide update on process for setting FY11 Tax Rate/Assessed Values.

Agenda for City Council on November 30, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 30, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of November 23rd for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
2. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
3. Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, Brattle St.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
4. Claims-1 claim property damage
MOTIONS
5. C. Martin-Req. Mgr. have proper State Agency remove debris along Rt. 110.
6. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on monies expended for repairs/renovations from $700,000 Bond for LeLacheur Park.

Agenda for City Council on November 23, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 23, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITATION
1. St. Jeanne D'Arc School for their Award of Excellence.
CITY CLERK
2. Minutes of November 16th for acceptance
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From City Manager, request approval Out of State Travels.
5. Vote-Transfer $182,000 to JAM Urban Renewal Fund (DPD) from Sale of Property Fund.
REPORTS (Sub//Committee, if any)
6. Wire Inspector-Report of Comcast to install conduit in Howe & E. Merrimack St.
7. National Grid to place conduit in 170 Merrimack St.
PETITIONS
8. Atty. George Eliades, representing Loon Hill Development req. City accept extension of Rita Street.
9. Apsara Wireless 642 Gorham St. req. 2 Fifteen Minute Parking Spaces.
10.Claims-2 Personal Injury, 1 Property Damage.
MOTIONS
11. C. Mercier-Req. Council rescind vote of 7/13 re:Petition to Legislature for Health Care Plan Design.
12. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. develop plans and procedures relative to Health Insurance for Retirees.
13. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. report on the feasibility and process of instituting a Stat Program in the School Dept.

Agenda for City Council on November 16, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 16, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of November 9th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Ordinance-Amending Ch. 290, Zoning, Various Vehicle Related Sections.
3. Ordinance-Amend Ch. 272 by adding new Article IX Water Use Restrictions.
4. Ordinance-Amend Ch. 272, Article VI, Established Rates & Charges.
5. Acceptance-Layout & Accept Kelley Circle.
CITY MANAGER
6. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests
7. Communication-From City Manager, request approval of Out of State Travel.
8. Communication-From Planning Bd. Re: Zoning Amendment 600 Rogers St.(with Ordinance).
9. Vote-Transfer $1,000,000 from School Dept. Reserve to School Dept. Budget.
10. Vote-Supplemental Appropriation $1,625,485.
11. Vote-Transfer $12,500 from Sale of Lots to Cemetery, General Improvements.
12. Vote-Transfer $19,500 from Perpetual Care to Cemetery Division.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
13. Misc.-Atty. James Flood Jr. representing Coffman Realty Inc. Brockton, Ma. Req. to present gift of $4,000 to be used by Planning Board.
MOTIONS
14. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on implementation of Health Care Plan Design in practice & establish guidelines w/Council for use of potential authority.
15. C. Murphy-Req. Council discuss larger Charter Changes to increase civic participation(including combined districts, at large system, term limits) at Rules S/C.
16. M. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. place Stop Sign @ Brattle St./Douglas Rd & Dinsmore St.
17. C. Caulfield-Req. Council have dialog re: Businesses leaving city.
18. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. look into problems associated w/Pollard Library & refer to Public Safety S/C.
19. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. provide report on steps taken to address HVAC, Air Conditioning & Air Quality Ventilation problems @ Butler School
20. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper depts. provide upgraded Inter-Office Telephone Directory.

Agenda for City Council on November 09, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR METING
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 9, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
Recognition-Mayor Milinazzo present recognition as new business to Whole Wellness Center.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of November 2nd Regular Meeting & Special Meeting for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Conduit Loc.-Comcast to install conduit in E. Merrimack St. & Howe St.
3. Conduit Loc.-National Grid req. Main Extension 170 Merrimack St. & Conduits in Dutton St. & Trolley Way.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
5. Vote-Transfer $250,000 for Police Department.
6. Vote-Supplemental Appropriation in the amount $465,000
7. Vote-Lease Agreement, Cross Point Ltd. Partnership (Cross Border Initiative).
8. Vote-Auth Mgr. execute P&S 179 Bridge St. & execute permanent easement w/Mass. Electric.
9. Order of Taking-802.2 Lawrence St. (Concord River Greenway Development).
10.-Vote-Auth. Mgr. accept gift and enter into Occupancy Agreement w/Lowell Five Cent Savings Bank for 97 University Ave.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
MOTIONS
11. C. Murphy-Req. Council consider Home Rule Petition to lower voting age to 17 for Municipal Elections.
12. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. explore possibility of waiving First Time Home Buyer Requirement for Veterans seeking Down-Payment Assistance.

Agenda for City Council on November 02, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 2, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of October 26th meeting for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
2. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
3. Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
4. Communication-From City Manager, accept resignation from Hunger/Homeless Commission.
5. Re-Appointment-Peter Finnegan to the Board of Parks.
6. Vote-Accept deed to Kelley Circle from Butterfield Development Corp.
7. Order of Taking & Acceptance-Kelley Circle.
8. Vote-Transfer $1,000,000 to School Dept. from Reserve from School.
9. Vote-Supplemental Appropriations.
10. Order of Taking-325-333 1st St. Blvd. (easement for utility access Wastewater).
11. Ordinance-Amend Zoning, extend NB District 301 Chelmsford St.
12. Ordinance-Amend Ch. 272 by adding new Article IX, Water Use Restrictions.
13. Ordinance-Amend Ch. 272 Establish Rates & Charges Article VI Sec. 272-86 Metered Service Water.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
14. National Grid-Grant of Main Extension 170 Merrimack St. and UG Conduit in Dutton St./Trolley Way.
MOTIONS
15. C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr. develop policy to notify Neighborhood Groups of proposed Zoning Changes which could affect their neighborhoods.
16. C. Murphy-Req. Council resolve issue of requirements for preliminary election & consider random ballot order in general.
17. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have Library contact proper person to block Pornography Sites @ Senior Center Library.
18. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. report on requiring all vendors submit invoices & accept payment electronically.

Agenda for City Council on October 26, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY OCTOBER 26, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of October 19th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
2. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
3. Appointment-Diane Waddell to the Hunger Homeless Commission.
4. Communication from Planning Board, Report on Ch. 290, Zoning, Various Vehicle related sections along w/Ordinance to refer to public hearing.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
5. Claims-1 claim property damage.
MOTIONS
6. C. Caulfield-Req. City assist Lithuanian Community to erect monument in City Hall Plaza (no monetary contribution).
7. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. address inoperable rest room @Stoklosa School.
8. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on short/long term plans for supervision of Lowell Youth Council.

Agenda for City Council on October 19, 2010, 06:30 PM

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Agenda for City Council on October 12, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY OCTOBER 12, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of October 5th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
2. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
3. Communication-From City Manager, Req. Council appoint Adam Baacke Acting City Mgr. 10/16 thru 10/21.
4. Vote-Authorize Mgr. enter into Lease Agreement w/US Wireless, Inc. for 5 yrs w/option for an additional four 5 yr renewal terms for a potential total of 25 yrs to lease space on City owned properties for cell towers (1)LRWWU 451 First St Blvd., (2) Parks Dept. 1313 Gorham St.
5. Order-60 Day Trial
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
6. Wire Insp.-Verizon N.E. Conduit in River Pl., & National Grid conduit in Lincoln/Maple Sts.
PETITIONS
7. Claims-(1) Property Damage
MOTIONS
8. C. Caulfield-Req. Public Safety S/C to meet re: Public Safety Concerns.
9. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. provide status report on flood prevention on New York St.
10. M. Milinazzo-Req. City take steps to assist Armenian Community to erect monument in City Hall Plaza area.

Agenda for City Council on October 05, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY OCTOBER 5, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-Mayor's Art Challenge Contest Video.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of September 28th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARING (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Loan Order-To amend Loan Order adopted 5/13/10, School Bonds.
3. Comcast-Conduit Loc Middlesex St, 88 Prescott St & George/Warren Sts.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
5. Appointment-John R. Lawlor to Council on Aging.
6. Appointments-Henri Marchand & Robert Gignac to Taxi/Livery Commission.
7. Vote-Lease 11 Parking Spaces in Roy Garage for Military Recruiters.
8. Order-60 Day Trial (Beaulieu St.)
9. Vote-Ratify MOU for Traffic Supervisors.
10. Vote-Ratify MOU, MVEA Unit 1, Unit II Head Operators, Unit II Professionals
11. Vote-Accept gift amount of $18,500 for Health Dept.
12. Vote-Transfer $4,675,000 from School Electricity/Heat to City Acct.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
Wire Insp.-Lightower Fiber Optic-Install conduit in Middle St.
MOTIONS
C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr. provide update on Legacy Cost obligations, including full breakdown of funding requirements.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. address traffic concerns @ Hellenic School corner of Broadway/Dummer Sts.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. provide report on status of road repairs on Woburn St.

Agenda for City Council on September 28, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 28, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of September 14th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Vote-Accepting the provisions of MGL Ch. 39, Sec. 23D (Mullin Rule).
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
3. Conduit Loc. Verizon- 60 ft. in River Pl.
4. National Grid-275 ft in Lincoln/Maple Sts.
CITY MANAGER
5. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
6. Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
7. Re-appointment-Paul Francoeur to the Cemetery Commission.
8. Appointment-Meaghan Marnell to Solid Waste Recycling/Advisory Committee.
9. Vote-Auth. Mgr. subordinate Sec. 108 Loan (Lowell Community Health Center).
10. Amended Order of Taking-New University Ave, Bridge.
11. Ordinance-Amend Zoning-Extend RR Zone to 600 Rogers St.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
12. Wire Insp.-Verizon- 510 ft. conduit in University Ave/Pawtucket St.
13. Verizon-20 ft conduit in Jackson St.
14.National Grid-UG Conduits in Merrimack St.
PETITIONS
15. Claims-1 Claim property damage.
MOTIONS
16. C. Caulfield/C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. address Bre Moulton Group Communication.
17. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. look into park improvements/cleanup of Fels Park (Pawtucketville).
18. C. Mercier-Req. 60 Day Trial Handicap Parking 14 Bellevue St.
19. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. take necessary steps for 4Way Stop Foster/Princeton Blvd.
20. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr/DPD develop formal guidelines w/Council on future use of TIF Plans etc.
21. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. & Parks S/C address concerns of neighbors of Hudson Rotary Park.

Agenda for City Council on September 14, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 14, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
Citation-Emily Rosenbaum from Coalition for Better Acre.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of Executive Sessions 8-10, 8/23, 8/24, Special Meeting 8/23 and Regular Meeting 8/24 for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Vote-Accept provisions Ch. 39, Sec. 23D (The Mullin Rule).
3. Ordinance-Chapter 266, Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
4. Vote-Accepting layout 2010 Alteration Plan for new bridge Univ. Ave.
5. Fuel Storage-Lowell General Hospital 20,000 gls additional storage.
6. Conduit Loc.-Verizon req. 501 ft University Ave, 300 ft Pawtucket St., 20 ft. Jackson St.
7. Conduit Loc.-National Grid req. 85 ft in Merrimack St.
CITY MANAGER
8. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
9. Appointment-Debra Grossman to Lowell Historic Board.
10. Resignation-Kevin Cavanaugh from Board of Appeals.
11. Vote-Ratify Memorandum of Understanding SEIU Local 888, Ch 159 (7/1/7-6/30/10)
12. Vote-Auth. Mgr. execute Easement for University Ave Bridge from Boot Hydro.
13. Vote-Auth Mgr. execute Construction Access Permit w/DCR re: Univ. Ave Bridge.
14. Vote-Auth Mgr. execute License Agreement w/DCAM re:Univ. Ave. Bridge.
15. Vote-Auth Mgr. accept gift of Deed for property 791 Pawtucket St.
16. Vote-Auth School Supt. submit Statement of Interest to Mass. School Building Auth re: Energy Conservation Reilly School.
17. Vote-Approving Statement of Interest re:Energy Conservation Reilly School.
18. Vote-Auth School Supt. submit Statement of Interest to Mass. School Building Auth re: Energy Conservation Washington School.
19. Vote-Approving Statement of Interest re:Energy Conservation Washington School.
20. Vote-Auth School supt. submit Statement of Interest to Mass. School Building Auth re: Energy Conservation Morey School.
21. Vote-Approving Statement of Interest re:Energy Conservation Morey School.
22. Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
23. Vote-To Amend TIF Agreement w/Winstanley Enterprises (from 2 week ago)
24. Ordinance-Amend Zoning Regulations, Vehicle Related Amendments.
25. Vote-Amend Loan Order (Morey Elementary School).
26. Vote-Authorizing the Superintendent to submit a Statement of Interest to the Massachusetts School Building Authority regarding energy conservation measures at the Cardinal O'Connell School
27. Vote approving the Statement of Interest to be submitted by the Superintendent of Schools to the Massachusetts School Building Authority regarding energy conservation measures at the Cardinal O'Connell School
28.Vote authorizing the Superintendent to submit a Statement of Interest to the Massachusetts School Building Authority regarding energy conservation measures at the Lowell High School
29.Vote approving the Statement of Interest to be submitted by the Superintendent of Schools to the Massachusetts School Building Authority regarding energy conservation measures at the Lowell High School School
30.Vote authorizing the Superintendent to submit a Statement of Interest to the Massachusetts School Building Authority regarding energy conservation measures at the Laura Lee School
31.Vote approving the Statement of Interest to be submitted by the Superintendent of Schools to the Massachusetts School Building Authority regarding energy conservation measures at the Laura Lee School
32.Vote authorizing the Superintendent to submit a Statement of Interest to the Massachusetts School Building Authority regarding energy conservation measures at the Molloy School
33.Vote approving the Statement of Interest to be submitted by the Superintendent of Schools to the Massachusetts School Building Authority regarding energy conservation measures at the Molloy School
34.Vote authorizing the Superintendent to submit a Statement of Interest to the Massachusetts School Building Authority regarding energy conservation measures at the Riverside School
35.Vote approving the Statement of Interest to be submitted by the Superintendent of Schools to the Massachusetts School Building Authority regarding energy conservation measures at the Riverside School
36.Vote authorizing the Superintendent to submit a Statement of Interest to the Massachusetts School Building Authority regarding energy conservation measures at the Leblanc School
37.Vote approving the Statement of Interest to be submitted by the Superintendent of Schools to the Massachusetts School Building Authority regarding energy conservation measures at the Leblanc School
REPORTS
PETITIONS
38. Misc.-Atty. Paul Sheehy for Choubah Engineering Group req. Zoning Change at 301 Chelmsford St.
39. Elizabeth McPherson 88 B St. req. address Council re: Sodium Fluoride in water supply.
40. Paul O'Neil-Address Council re: speeding on High St.
41. Conduit Loc.-Verizon to place 60 ft conduit in River Place.
42. National Grid-To maintain UG Conduit in Lincoln & Maple Sts.
43. Comcast of N.E. req. conduit in Prescott St, George St. & Middlesex St.
44. Lightower Fiber Networks-place 31 ft in Middle St.
45. Claims-2 claims property damage
MOTIONS
46. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on status of lot @ corner Nichols/Westford St.
47. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have proper dept place Stop Sign corner Seneca/Nelson Sts.
48. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. address parking issues on Middlesex St. near Early Garage.
49. C. Mericer-Req. City land @VFW Hghy/Bridge St be dedicated as Frank J. Lyon's Memorial Park.
50. C. Mericer-Req. City take steps to make land at Christian Hill Water Tower as passive park.
51. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. draft Unaccepted Street Policy/Ordinance to prevent new Unaccepted Streets etc.
52. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. explore potential for system of bus shelters/bike racks w/LRTA & have DPD review corresponding plan for transit-overlay districts surrounding them.

Agenda for City Council on August 24, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY AUGUST 24, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
Citation-Mayor present Citation to GL Chamber Commerce ArtWalk Winner.
Citation-To Spin City Laundromat LLC for new business.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of August 10th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2. Fuel Storage-Lowell General Hospital req. 20,000 addt'l diesel fuel storage.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From City Manager, requesting approval Out of State Travel.
5. Re-Appointment-William Sheehan to Council on Aging.
6. Order- 60 Day Trial (various).
7. Ordinance-Quarterly Traffic (August).
8. Vote-Auth. Mgr. Ex. Easement w/Mass Electric (324&431 First Street Blvd.).
9. Vote-Accept provisions of MGL Ch.39, Sec. 23D (Mullin Rule).
10. Order of Taking- University Ave Bridge Takings.
11. Vote-Establish 1001 Pawtucket Blvd. Economic Opportunity Area.
12. Vote-Approving a certified project application (Cobham Defense Electronic Systems dba Cobham Sensor Systems) and authorizing a TIF agreement for Winstanley Enterprises, Inc.
13. Vote-Auth. Mgr. execute P&S Agreement (77 Arch St., Lowell, Ma) and transfer funds.
14. Vote-Auth. Mgr. Ex. Easement w/Mass Electric (Hamilton Canal Area).
15. Vote-Auth. Mgr. Ex. Easement w/Colonial Gas Company (Hamilton Canal Area).
16. Vote-Auth. Mgr. Ex. Temporary Easement w/Colonial Gas Company (Hamilton Canal Area).
17. Appointment-Amie Stevens to Lowell Historic Board.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Pow-Wow Oak Protectors req. address Council re: Pow-Wow Oak Clark Road.
99 Store 180 Liberty St. req. 15 Minute Parking Sign in front of store.
Conduit Loc.-National Grid-To place 85 ft in Merrimack St.
Verizon N.E.-Req. place 20 ft. Jackson St., 510 ft. University Ave, 300 ft Pawtucket St.
Nation Grid-Req. 3 Easements Jackson St. for Underground Electrical Supply
Claims-4 claims property damage.
MOTIONS
C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. report on Collection/Maintenance policies on foreclosed/bank owned properties etc.
C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept install street light pole #32-2 @ 30 Barry Rd.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. finds ways/means of replacing sidewalks on Stevens St.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. provide update on properties @ corner of School & Middlesex Sts. & corner of Highland & Thorndike Sts. and report on enforcement of Minimum Maintenance Ord.
C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr. have appropriate dept. review creating or re-instituting incentive programs re: Homeowners increasing property value.
C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr. consider using workshops and supportive signage to elevate Lowell Municipal Culture etc.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. report on advisability of retaining outside counsel re: Grand Manor Condo's.

Agenda for City Council on August 10, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY AUGUST 10, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of July 27th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Order-Demolition orders for 51 Payne Street & 11 So. Whipple St.(from 7/13).
3. Vote-Accepting Chapter 26, Acts of 2010 (Collection unpaid Municipal Fines).
PUBLIC HEARINGS
4. Conduit Loc.-Pheonix Communications req. conduit in Appleton/Middle Sts.
5. Pole Loc.-National Grid to place 2 poles First St. Blvd.
CITY MANAGER
6. Communications-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
7. Communication-From City Manager, requesting approval Out of State Travel.
8. Resignations (3)-2 From the Historic Board and 1 Conservation Commission.
9. Vote-Accept proposal of Robert Muldoon $52,000 & convey 78 Perry St.
10. Vote-Enter into License Agreement w/U. Mass. Lowell for signage.
11. Resolution-Establishing a Sister City relationship w/Winneba, Ghana.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
**Council meet in Executive Session relating to Strategy Sessions for City Manager Contract in preparation with negotiations of non-union personnel.
**Grand Manor-meet in Executive Session as it relates to real property and matters subject to litigation.
**Update ongoing Union Negotiations-meet in Executive Session as it relates to strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation.
REPORTS (sub/Committee, if any)
12. Wire Insp.-National Grid 1 pole Lundberg St. & Greener Excavating 133 Clark Rd. Conduit.
PETITIONS
13. Misc.-Lowell General Hospital 295 Varnum Ave. req. increase of 20,000 gls diesel fuel 50,000 gls total.
14. Kimberly Liliedahl 254 Concord St. req. HP Sign.
15. Patrick O'Connor address Council re:Excise Tax.
16. Claims-2 claims, 1 property damage, 1 personal injury.
MOTIONS
17. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. find ways/means to address stairwell/other issues at LHS.
18. C. Elliott-Req. Law Dept. draw language to require muzzling of Pit Bulls involved in incidents.
19. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. enforce regulation & remove trash from 24 Lane St.
20. C. Mercier-Req 60 Day Trial, (2) fifteen min. parking spaces DLKV 447 Central St.
21. C. Martin-Req. Mgr. proceed with action to repair/demolish property @ 491-493 Concord St.
22. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr/Council discuss use of FY10 Snow/Ice Deficit assumed in FY11 Budget.
23. M. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. address traffic concerns on Florida Street.

Agenda for City Council on July 27, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JULY 27, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of July 13th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (SCHEDULED FOR 7PM)
2. Loan Order-To borrow $700,000 for design/improvements to LeLacheur Park.
3. Vote-Accepting Chapter 26, Acts of 2010, Collection of Unpaid Municipal Fines.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From Mgr., responses to Council Requests/Motions.
5. Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval Out of State Travel.
6. Appointments-To the Immigration Assistance Commission (9).
7. Vote-Execute agreement w/Mass DOT re:Modifying Traffic Signal Improvements.
8. Resolution-Waiver of Recovery Zone Bond Allocations.
9. Order-Dedicate corner Andover/Draper Sts. as Nicholas Pappas Square.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
10. Claim-1 claim Property Damage.
11. Misc.-Atty. Daniel Tenczar representing D.C. Welding Req. to improve drainage ditch 195 Meadowcroft St.
12. Atty. James Flood Jr. representing Jillie's Roast Beef 600 Rogers St. Req. change in Zoning.
13. J. J. Baiden-Amissah, Chairman W'ba Sister City Committee req. Lowell become Sister City w/Winneba, Ghana.
14. Conduit Loc.-Phoenix Communications-Req. Conduit in 44 Middle St., 220 Appleton St.
MOTIONS
15. C. Martin-Req. Mgr. report on plans to implement Municipal Relief Act recently adopted by Legislature.
16. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. ask Nat'l Grid to fulfill promise & remove pole in front 35 Burns St.
17. C. Broderick-Req. Council/Manager enter extension of current contract to allow time to negotiate successor contract.
18. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. report on checks/balances w/Allied Waste re:performance/response issues.
19. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. report on possibility of using Open Office Software products to replace some Microsoft in effort to realize savings.
20. M. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. report on status of Transitional Center on Middlesex St.

Agenda for City Council on July 13, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JULY 13, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
Recognition-Eastern Bank for donation to keep pools open.
Citation-Stepping Stones, new business in Lowell
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of June 22nd for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Ordinance-Deleting/abolishing positions and amend compensation consistent w/FY 11 Budget.
3. Vote-To notify owners of Demo 220 Baldwin St., 129 Llewellyn St., 51 Payne St. 106 Congress St. & 11 S. Whipple St.
4. Loan Order-To borrow $7,343,000 for WWTP.
5. Loan Order-To borrow $1,241,000 for Phase I CSO Project.
6. Pole loc.-National Grid 1 pole Lundberg St.
7. Conduit Loc.-Greener Excavating to place conduit in 133 Clark Rd.
CITY MANAGER
8. Communication-From Manager, responses to Council motions/requests.
9. Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
10. Appointment-Nancy Pitkin to Library Board of Trustees.
11. Loan Order-To borrow $700,000 for LeLacheur Park.
12. Vote-Amend Sewer Agreement w/Whitecliff Manor.
13. Vote-Enter into License Agreement w/U Mass Lowell (Fireworks).
14. Vote-Approving COOP Agreement w/Lowell Housing.
15. Vote-Execute License Agreement w/Comm. Mass through UMass Lowell re:CSO.
16. Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, Standish St.
17. Vote-Enter into License Agreement w/Middle St. Village, sidewalk seating
18. Vote-Enter into License Agreement w/Cobblestones, sidewalk seating.
19. Vote-Amend License Agreement w/Mambo Grill, extend outdoor seating.
20. Vote-Amend License Agreement w/Dubliner, extend outdoor seating.
21. Vote-Amend License Agreement w/Fortunato's, extend outdoor seating.
22. Vote-Amend License Agreement w/Blue Shamrock, extend outdoor seating.
23. Vote-Amend License Agreement w/Middle St. Village, extend outdoor seating.
24. Vote-Amend License Agreement w/Cobblestones, extend outdoor seating.
25. Vote-Approve Limited Access Agreement w/Albanese D&S Inc.
26. Vote-Approve Home Rule Petition MGL Ch. 32B.
27. Vote-Authorize Mgr. to accept gift from Eastern Bank for pool openings.
28. Vote-Appropriation Transfers (End of Year).
29. Resolution-Council support Nat'l Park opposition to Crestgate System at Pawt. Dam.
30. Vote-Accepting Ch. 26 of the Acts of 2010.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
31. Pole loc.-National Grid to place 1 pole 1st St. Blvd & 1 pole Westford St.
32. Claims-3 claims, 1 personal injury, 2 property damage.
MOTIONS
33. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on issues @ Grand Manor Condominium Complex.
34. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. have DPD look into permit process for drive-way curb cuts.
35. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. provide update on protocol for lock boxes for Nursing homes.
36. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. report on status of Micky Ward Circle on Industrial Ave.
37. C. Mercier/Caulfield Req. Mgr. report on proposed Water Tower on Christian Hill.
38. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. address overgrowth behind 25 Willard St.
39. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have Traffic Eng. address parking issues Cheryl Lee Lane.
40. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. report on status property @ 84 W. 4th St.
41. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. explore extension recycling services to LHA.
42. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. have DPD review Historic District Restriction when in conflict w/energy efficiency retrofits.

Agenda for City Council on June 08, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JUNE 8, 2010 TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of May 25th and Special Meeting of June 1st for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Vote-Accepting provisions of Ch 235, Acts 1994 re:Police/Firefighters.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
**Vote approving Fiscal 2011 City Budget at conclusion of CC Meeting**
3. Loan Order-To borrow $1,360,000 repair/replace Rogers School Roof.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
5. Vote-To apply, accept, expend Grant $132,000 for Fire Department.
6. Vote-Appropriation Transfer $7,000 Additional Boards, LeLacheur Park.
7. Vote-Declare Surplus & establish minimum bid ($45,750) 78 Perry St.
8. Vote-Exempting Margaret Kennedy under Ch. 268A, Sec. 20.
9. Vote-To notify owners under Ch 139 of demo hearing July 14th property @220 Baldwin, 129 Llewellyn, 51 Payne, 106 Congress, 11 So. Whipple
10. Vote-Continuation FY 11 of 6 Revolving Funds.
11. Vote-Apply/accept/expend grant $101,402 Exec. Office Elder Affairs.
12. Make Public, Lowell Police Application for JAG Grant.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
13. Conduit Loc.-Comcast-Req. 254 ft conduit in Prescott St. & 355 ft. in Middlesex St.
14. Claims-2 claims property damage.
MOTIONS
15. C. Elliott-Req. Council create S/C re: Health Insurance Costs.
16. C. Elliott-Req. Council adopt Home Rule Petition giving municipalities' full authority over planned design for health insurance coverage.
17. C. Caulfield-Req. National Grid remove excess poles Westchester St.
18. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have Board Health/Inspectional Service inspect 120-122 Aiken Ave.
19. C. Mercier-Req. 60 Day Trial, Blind Person Crossing sign Andover St./Burnham Rd.
20. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. place granite curb 126-128 Fremont St.
21. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. work w/Pawtucketville Citizens & others to complete the definition of Suburban Waterfront Zone in Pawtucketville Master Plan.
22. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. have Law Dept draw proper vote to accept gift of improved unpaved sidewalks corner Charles/Chapel St.
23. C. Martin-Req. Mgr. implement traffic calming measures School/Shaw Sts. related to neighborhood improvements.
UNANSWERED NON-RESPONSIVE MOTIONS
24. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. prepare vote to support Nat'l Park in opposition of Bladder Dam at Pawtucket Falls.

Agenda for City Council on May 25, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 25, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of May 18th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
3. Vote-Accept provisions Ch. 235, Acts 1994 re: Police/Firefighters.
** Communications-From Planning Board, Recommendations on Ordinances below.**
4. Ordinance-Amend Ch. 290, Article II, VII, by adding 7.9 Wind Energy Facilities.
5. Ordinance-Amend Ch 290, Form Based Zoning & Various Sections of Code.
6. Ordinance-Amend Ch 290, Article IX, Overlay Districts, Flood Plain.
7. Conduit Loc. Adams St, Broadway St, Dublin St., Fletcher St, Suffolk St.
CITY MANAGER
8. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
9. Communication-From City Manager, requesting approval Out of State Travel.
10. Re-Appointment-Bernard Cassidy to the Cemetery Commission.
11. Constable Bond-David M. Rourke, Lowell, Ma.
12. Appointment-Gary Perrin to Zoning Board of Appeals.
13. Order-Stay of demolition for property 127 Humphrey St.
14. Vote-Appropriation Transfer $95,000 Veteran's Department.
15. Vote-Appropriation Transfer $5,000, re:Land Taking Acquisition
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
16. Claims-2 claims, personal injury.
MOTIONS
17. C. Martin-Req. Mgr. report on enforcement/prevention activities by police for summer season.
18. C. Martin-Req. Mgr. report on receipts from Hotel Room Tax and amount allocated to local CVB.
19. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. report on taxes paid by Hydro Plant @ 145 Pawt. St. since beginning of operation & terms of current PILOT.
20. M. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. enforce Ordinance re:Bicycles on Sidewalks.
21. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on status of Application re: Green Community Act.
UNANSWERED NON-RESPONSIVE
22. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on Speed Reduction Sign VFW Hghwy. near UML.

Agenda for City Council on May 18, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 18, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of May 11th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Vote-Ch. 139 Demolition 550 Bridge St.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From City Manager request approval Out State Travel.
5. Vote-Enter into License Agreement w/Daniel & Diane Mastercouris, 48 Bradley St.
6. Vote-Enter into License Agreement w/SP Entertainment, 25-35 Market St.
7. Ordinance-Inspectional Services, Health, DPW, DPD Reorgs.
8. Loan Order-To borrow $1.36 Million for Rogers School Roof.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
MOTIONS
9. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on parking plan for Back Central Neighborhood.
10. C. Caulfield-Req. report on Bldgs. 278 Central, corner Thorndike/Highland Sts /& School/Middlesex Sts.
11. C. Caulfield-Req. report repaving Marshall Ave after Sewer Separation Project.
12. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. consider fee level for Sr. Discount on larger trash bins.
13. C. Mendonca-Req. Collegiate S/C meet w/Representatives of UML programs that have internships or practicum's that could be beneficial to City/UML/Students.
14. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. report/recommend on adding alternates to addt'l City Boards.

Agenda for City Council on May 11, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 11, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of May 4th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Vote-Ch. 64L, Sec. 2A to impose local meals tax.
3. Ordinance-Deleting/Creating position & modifying job titles in Treasurers Dept.
4. Ordinance-Creating position Project Manager in DPD.
5. Pole Loc.-National Grid to place 1 pole Lakeview Ave.
CITY MANAGER
6. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
7. Communication-From City Manager, requesting approval Out State Travel.
8. Order-Ch. 266, Vehicles & Traffic, 60 day trial, traffic regulations, Varnum Ave.
9. Vote-Accept Ch.235 of the Acts of 1994 (Laid off Police/Firefighters buying back lay off time to equal credible service).
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
11. Claims-2 claims property damage.
MOTIONS
12. C. Elliott-Req. report on status of police contract mediation & impact on budget.
13. C. Elliott/Caulfield-Req. Mgr. prepare vote to support Nat'l Park in opposition of bladder dam @ Pawtucket Falls.
14. C. Elliott-Req. Council discuss door-to-door campaign for Census 2010.
15. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. have appropriate depts. report on event permitting, fee and invoice policies.

Agenda for City Council on May 04, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 4, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
Recognition-Shawn Cote re: Lowell General hospital Cancer Walk.
Citation-Lowell Co-operative Bank for their Anniversary.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of April 27th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for &PM)
2. Ordinance-Amend Ch. 171, Health/Sanitation re:Refuse Dumpsters.
3. Ordinance-Amend Ch. 185, Add New Sec. 185-10 Yard Sales.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
5. Vote-Auth. submission of 5 Yr.Consolidated Plan , Annual Action Plan to HUD.
6. Vote-Auth. Mgr. accept gift $1,000 from Boston Road Club for Parks & Rec.
7. Vote-Auth. Mgr. accept gift $13,780 from CTI for Parks & Rec.
8. Vote-Auth. Mgr. enter License Agreement w/Garcia Brogan's for sidewalk seating.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
9. Conduit Loc.-National Grid for conduit in Adams, Suffolk, Fletcher, Dublin & Broadway St.
10. Claim-1 claim personal injury.
MOTIONS
11. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. place Caution Deaf Person sign Warren Ct.
12. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. replace Sq. Dedication sign for Frank Finnerty @ Pine & Wilder Sts.
13. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. inspect trees on Cornell & Columbia Sts.
14. C. Martin-Req. Mgr. work w/Middlesex Registry Deeds to develop report on resale of foreclosures etc.
15. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. report on maintenance status of athletic facilities used by LHS.
16. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. report on any planned improvements/repairs to cobblestones on Central St.
17. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. report on #City Vehicles used as “take home” & policies regulating their use.
18. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on low impact development practices & potential ordinance changes to adopt the less costly approach.

Agenda for City Council on April 27, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 27, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
Proclamation-Declaring April 30th as Law Day.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of April 20th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Vote-Ch. 139 Notify owners of Demolition 520-524 Central St., 127 Humphrey St. & 51 Nottingham St.
3. Pole Loc.-National Grid to place 1 pole Lakeview Ave.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
5. Communication-From City Manager, resignation from Council on Aging Board.
6. Vote-Apply/Accept/Expend Grant $5M from the US Dept. of Energy.
7. Ordinance-Create one Project Manager (grant funded) and establishing the salary therefore in the Division of Planning and Development
8. Vote-Accept gift donation of certain items pertaining to the groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate facility improvements at LRWWU (tent rental, commemorative items, food, etc.) from Camp Dresser & McKee, Woodard & Curran and Methuen Construction.
9. Order of Taking-295 Appleton St.
10. Vote-Accept MGL Ch. 64L Sec.2A (Meals Tax).
11. Vote-Transfer $10K Treasurers Dept.
12. Ordinance-Create/Delete positions Treasurers Dept.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
13. Misc.-Patrick O'Connor 38 Foch St. address Council re-Creations of Advisory Board to review City Budget and address Council re: Wastewater.
14. Claims-1 claim property damage
MOTIONS
15. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. contact Army Corps Eng. re: Study of Black Brook as it relates to recent flooding.
16. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. inform the City Council if Lowell is a member of the Green Community Act (Energy Conservation) and if not, why.
17. C. Descoteaux/C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. develop a plan and process to present to the City Council for the submission of Annual goals w/subsequent periodic reports on progress.
18. C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr. develop a plan and process for periodic reports to the City Council on operations including finances, projects and departmental activities.

Agenda for City Council on April 20, 2010, 10:00 AM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 20, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of April 13th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Loan Order-To borrow $21,000,000 to make energy efficiency improvements.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From City Manager, request approval Out of State Travel.
5. Communication-From City Manager, resignation from Hunger/Homeless Comm.
6. Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
7. Order-Dedicate playground @ McPherson Park in honor of Conrad Gauthier.
8. Vote-To notify owners 550 Bridge St. of Demolition Hearing May 18th.
9. Vote-Accept gift in amount $1,650 to place park bench @ Forth Hill Park.
10. Vote-To accept proposal of JTL Realty LLC of $70,000 for 27 Fourth St.
11. Ordinance-Amend Ch. 171, Health/Sanitation re:Refuse Dumpsters.
12. Ordinance-Amend Ch. 185, by adding new Sec. 185-10, Yard Sales.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
13. Misc.-Atty. James Flood Jr. representing Lowell General Hospital requesting No Parking Zone along Varnum Avenue.
14. Atty. George Eliades Representing Kamlesh Patel, Trustee of J&K Realty Trust for projecting sign at 25-35 Market St.
MOTIONS
15. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have traffic survey of speeding on Mariner, Fruit & Cunningham Sts.
16. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. replace street name sign Poulios Way.
17. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on enforcement of Resident Parking in Acre Section.
18. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on proposed building construction on Fairview St.
19. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on possibility of Solar Energy System at landfill.
20.
C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. meet w/retail business community in historic overlay district to review current policies etc.

Agenda for City Council on April 13, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 13, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
Recognition-Mayor recognize National Library Week.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of April 6th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
2. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
3. Appointments-By City Manager to Youth Advisory Council.
4. Re-appointment/Appointment to Industrial Development Finance Authority.
5. Communication-From City Manager, requesting approval Out of State Travel.
6. Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, Wellman St.
7. Ordinance-Zoning, Amending Article VII, re:Wind Energy Facilities
8. Ordinance-Zoning, Amend Article IX, Flood Plain Overlay District.
9. Ordinance-Zoning, Amend Form Based Zoning, Hamilton Canal.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
10. Claims-1 claims, property damage
11. Pole loc.-National Grid to place 1 pole Lakeview Ave.
MOTIONS
12. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have all businesses w/sidewalk seating comply w/ADA Requirements.
13. C. Caulfield-Req. Stop Signs @ Angle/Lincoln & Washington/Lincoln.
14. C. Elliott-Req. Parks/Rec S/C meet re: safety issues @ Fr. Maguire Park.
15. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr allow Transitional Living Ctr to use corner Pearl/Middlesex St. for community garden.
16. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on progress of Storm Water Compliance Plan.
17. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. report on potential for consolidation of duplicative City/School administrative services.

Agenda for City Council on April 06, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 6, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of March 30th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Ordinance-Amend Ch. 266, Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
3. Ordinance-Amend Ch. 290, Zoning by extending TSF District, 160.1 Swan St.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
5. Communication-From City Manager requesting approval of Out of State Travel.
6. Appointment-Cheryl Quintal to Lowell Commission on Disabilities.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
7. Claims-3 claims, property damage
MOTIONS
8. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on status of buildings @ corner Middlesex & School, 278 Central St. and corner Thorndike & Highland St.
9. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. have DPD/Law Dept. provide analysis of greater restrictions on construction in Flood Plain etc.

Agenda for City Council on March 30, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 30, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of March 23rd for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUINESS
2. Vote-Accepting the Provisions, Mass. Stretch Energy Code (from last week)
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Re-appointment-Nathan Moore to Conservation Commission.
5. Vote-Auth. Mgr. apply/accept/expend grant $31,500 from Mass. Historical Comm.
6. Vote-Notify owners 520/524 Central, 127 Humphrey, 51 Nottingham St. of Demo.
7. Loan Order-To borrow $21,000,000 for Energy Improvements.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
8. Claims-3 claims-property damage.
9. Misc.-National Park Service-Req. amendment to Restricted Vendor Ordinance near Boarding House Park.
MOTIONS
10. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. address sidewalk concerns on Merrimack St. in vicinity of Archambault Towers.
11. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. contact State to remove debris/logs along Rt. 110 @ 1st St.
12. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on FY2011 Assessment for Vocational School.
13. C. Elliott-Req. Council discuss establishing 3-member Board to provide oversight of Inspectional Services.
14. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. Solid Waste Advisory Comm. investigate solar powered Big Belly compact barrels in downtown etc.
15. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on data/calculations re:changes to City's provision of Health Insurance Plans.
16. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. address issues @ Clemente Park.

Agenda for City Council on March 23, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 23, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of March 16th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Vote-Accepting the provisions of Mass. Stretch Energy Code 780CMR 120AA
3. Ordinance-Amend Ch 9. Article VIII, Immigration Commission.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
5. Communication-From Manager, requesting approval Out of State Travel.
6. Communication-From Manager, appointment/re-appointments to Conservation Comm.
7. Communication-From Manager, appointments to Disability Commission.
8. Vote-Auth. Mgr. accept gift of Defibrillator Pads from Trinity EMS.
9. Vote-Auth. Mgr. req. approval of JAM Plan from DHCD.
10. Ordinance-Ch 266 Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
11. Misc.-Atty. James Flood Jr. for Arthur Faneros, Tr. C&F Realty Trust req. City abandon portion Hogue Terrace.
MOTIONS
12. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. have Solid Waste Inspector report on #of 21D Tickets, processed/pending.
13. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. update CC on Dangerous Dog Ord. & address unleashed dogs @ city reservoir.
14. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. address depression in sidewalk @ Cedar Ct.
15. C. Mercier-Req. have “Traffic Entering” sign in vicinity 919 Varnum Av. (D'Youville Manor Entrance/Exit.
16. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. waive fees for extra trash removal for 3/15 flood victims.
17. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. address hole in sidewalk vicinity of Butman/Andover Sts.
18. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on status of Pawtucket St. Bridge.
19. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr provide complete report on Delinquent Taxes/Res/Comm etc.
20. C. Martin/Descoteaux-Req. Mgr. report feasibility of obtaining & possible uses for Pepsi Supports Surrounding Towns (PSST) Grant.
21. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. have vote drawn to make Bassett St. 1 Way after evaluation by Traffic Eng. and meeting w/residents.
22. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. provide update on # city owned surplus properties & status of each.
23. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. have DPD provide disaggregated data on Best Retail Practices Program.
24. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. on speeding and possible mitigation for Harland Ave.
25. C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr. have Traffic Dept. review timing of Pedestrian Light Arcand/Merrimack St.

Agenda for City Council on March 16, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 16, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of March 9th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
2. Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
3. Vote-Auth Mgr. accept gift $2,500 from Lowell Heritage Partnership to restore monument @ Lincoln Square.
4. Vote-Auth. Mgr. enter License Agreement w/Lowell Quick Mart for Awning @ 627 Chelmsford St.
5. Communication-From Mgr. 4 appointments to Green Commission.
6. Communication From Mgr. re-appointment to Disability Commission
7. Communication-From Mgr. accept resignation Solid Waste/Recycling S/C.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
MOTIONS
8. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on plan to address possible 5% reduction in Local Aid.
9. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. address depression in road vicinity 802-810 Lawrence St.
10. C. Elliott-Req. Finance S/C meet w/School Finance S/C re:FY 2011 Budget Cuts.
11. C. Elliott-Req. Auditor provide Council w/YTD report on Overtime Expenses.
12. C. Martin-Req. Mgr. report on progress of recommendation from DOR re: city financial practices.
13. C. Martin-Req. Mgr. report on status new Merrimack River Bridge @Pawtucket St. & University Ave.
14. C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr. report on efforts to re-enforce Minimum Maintenance Requirements etc.
15. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. review data on cost effectiveness of yard waste collection in summer months.
16. C. Murphy-Req. Council join other cities/towns in support updated Bottle Bill #HB3515-SB1480.

Agenda for City Council on March 09, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 9, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
Recognition-Pow-Wow Oak Protectors/Aeolian Music Works.
Eastern Bank-Req. address Council re: Make a Splash Program.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of March 2nd for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
2. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
3. Re-appointment-Kerry Hall to the Board of Health.
4. Resignation/Appointment-To the Hunger/Homeless Commission.
5. Communication-From Manager, accept resignation from Conservation Commission.
6. Communication-From Planning Board, Recommendation Zoning 160.1 Swan St.
7. Order-Ch. 266 Traffic Regulations, 60 Day Trial No Parking 36 Iowa St.
8. Vote-Accepting the Provisions of Mass. Stretch Energy Code.
9. Ordinance-Amending Ch. 9, Article VIII, Immigration Assistance Commission.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
10. Misc.-Lowell Quick Mart 627 Chelmsford St.-Req. overhanging awning.
11. Acre Laundromat 63 Fletcher St. req. 2/3 hour parking signs.
12. Joyce Roller 16 Chippewa St.-Req. Handicap Parking Sign.
MOTIONS
13. C. Murphy-Req. City Council observe City Council Rules.
14. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. consider conducting Municipal Water Usage Audit & completing a Conservation Plan.
15. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. place Nelson St. on Repair/Repaving list.
16. C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr. provide comprehensive list of city boards/commissions & detail procedures for appointing new members.

Agenda for City Council on March 02, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 2, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of February 23rd for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7 PM)
2. Ordinance-Creating the position of Data Management Analyst in Managers Office.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From Manager, accepting resignations of Kenneth Hughes from Auditorium Commission & Elizabeth Cannon from Disability Commission.
5. Vote-Auth. Manager execute Utility Easement w/UMass Lowell.
6. Vote-License Agreement UMass Lowell (emergency call boxes and traffic camera).
7. Vote-Transfer $26,000 (complete repair of outfield wall LeLacheur Park).
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
8. Claim-(1) claim Property Damage.
9. Misc.-Prince Lobel representing Clear Wireless, LLC request the Mgr. enter into a license agreement with Clearwire to conduct balloon testing for sight lines and /or signal strength at the following properties: Duck Island and Cawley Stadium.
MOTIONS
10. C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have Taxi/Livery Comm. investigate barriers in Cabs between Driver & Passenger.
11. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. contact non-profit group Neighborhood Assistance Corp of America (NACA) about coming to Lowell to host a save-a-thon to help homeowners reduce mortgages etc.
12. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on current procurement policy w/regard to the purchase of local and recycle products.
13. C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr. research value of putting online GIC calculator on intranet for employee review.

Agenda for City Council on February 23, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 23, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-To Capt. Glenn Codozo Jr. US Army, a Community Covenant.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of February 9th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Accepting the provisions of MGL Section 18A, Chapter 32B. (from Feb. 9th)
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
3. Loan Order-To borrow $400,000 for the acquisition of streetlights & equipment.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
5. Order-60 Day Trial, Parking Regulations 1010 Central St. (4 Davis Terrace).
6. Vote-Accepting gift from UMass Lowell for signage.
7. Vote-Auth. Mgr. enter execute License Agreement w/Trinity @ 291.1 Jackson St.
8. Vote-Appropriation Transfer $70,000 for the demolition 401 Bridge St.
9. Resolution-Amend Cooperative Agreement w/Lowell Housing Authority.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
10. Wire Insp.-National Grid 1 pole Dutton St. & conduit in Charles St.
PETITIONS
11. Claims-1 claim property damage.
MOTIONS
12. C. Mercier-Req. No Parking Tow Zone signs @ 36 Iowa Street.
13. C. Elliott-Req. Auditor report on CDBG Funds for last five years.
14. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. contact Nat'l Grid re:$50 rebate for old refrigerators.
15. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. develop proposal to secure funding to address flooding under Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.
16. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on potential of adoption of performance based budgeting.

Agenda for City Council on February 16, 2010, 06:30 PM

Agenda for City Council on February 09, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 9, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
Citation-To Firefighter Timothy Downes.
Awards-Winterfest Winners.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of February 2nd for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM).
2. Vote-Accepting Section 18A of Chapter 32B Medicare Extension Plan.
3. Pole Loc.-1 pole Dutton St. & Conduit in Charles St.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
5. Communication-From Manager, resignation of Sheila Hallissy as Library Trustee.
6. Ordinance-Create position (data management analyst) City Manager's Office.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
7. Claims-1 claim property damage
MOTIONS
8. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have MIS make more forms available for better access to depts..
9. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. establish creative plan to get crosswalks painted.
10. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have State address depression in VFW Hghy @ Beaver Brook.
11. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have proper dept install Reduce Speed Signs on VFW Hghy heading toward University.
12. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. adopt fuel-efficient city fleet purchasing policy in accordance w/Mass Green Communities Act.
13. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. prepare inventory of state owned property & amount of tax realized if held privately.
14. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. investigate/report on feasibility of licensing/permitting keeping of animals etc.

Agenda for City Council on February 02, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 2, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-Green Building Excellence Award.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of January 26th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Order Taking & Acceptance-Bernier Street Extension
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From City Manager, request approval Out of State Travel.
5. Re-Appointments-Lowell Historical Board, Susan Zacharer, Rachel Edlund.
6. Loan Order-To borrow $400,000 to acquire street lights, poles & equipment.
7. Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations
8. Vote-Appropriation Transfer $6,000, Health Department.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
9. Misc.-Acre Laundromat 63 Fletcher St. Req. 15 Min Parking
MOTIONS
10. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. secure funding in FY11 Budget for painting Xwalks etc.
11. C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. install Speed Limit Signs on Swan St.
12. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. structure parking plan for Early Garage in anticipation of RMV.
13. C. Mercier-Req. 60 Day Trial HP Sign 4 Davis Terr.
14. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. re-stripe lines on Univ. Ave @ VFW Highway.
15. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr have proper dept. relocate signs on Glenellyn Rd to opposite side.
16. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr./DPD develop maintenance plans for new/renewed public works projects etc.
17. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. update Council on Tanner St. Redevelopment Plan.

Agenda for City Council on January 26, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 26, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1.Minutes of January 19th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARING
2.Vote-Accepting provisions Sec 18A of Chapter 32B re:Medicare Extension Plan.
CITY MANAGER
3.Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4.Vote-Auth. Mgr. accept gift $100 from Chamber of Commerce for Holiday Reception.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
MOTIONS
5.C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr have proper dept replace Stop Signs Columbia, Cornell, Baldwin, Hadley Sts. & Pratt Ave.
6.C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. replace missing signs immediately & review traffic mitigation measures which could be implemented in Middlesex/Wood St area etc.
7.C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr./DPD put together Task Force including Lowell Highlands Group to create master plan as Walgreens Planning Process continues.
8.C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on plans to increase savings in waste management & support recycling programs in Condos/Multi Family Bldgs.
9.C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. post all job vacancies on City Website etc.
10.C. Elliott-Req. Council discuss Local Aid figures for FY 2011 Budget.
11.M. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. convene meeting re:Immigration Issues & re-instate commission.
12.M. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. have Solicitor report of status of Responsible Employee Ordinance.

Agenda for City Council on January 19, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING'
TUESDAY JANUARY 19, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of January 12th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Order-Vacate, discontinue and abandon portion Edwards St. (from last week)
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
3. Ordinance-Chapter 266, Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
4. Ordinance-Creating 4 positions in Police Dept.
CITY MANAGER.
5. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
6. Communication-From Manager, appointments to Green Building Commission.
7. Vote-Auth. Mgr. enter License Agreement w/Chapman Waterproofing (Arena).
8. Vote-Auth. Mgr. execute Easement to UML to encroach 168 MLK Way.
9. Order of Taking-And acceptance Bernier Street Extension.
10. Vote-Appropriation Transfer $45,000, Manager Dept.
PETITIONS
Claims-1 claim property damage
Pole loc.-National Grid 1 pole loc. Dutton St.
Conduit loc.-National Grid approx. 36 ft Charles St.
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. work w/UML to ensure Start Up Co's researching @ Univ. locate in Lowell.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. determine feasibility of installing lights @ City Dog Park.
C. Martin-Req. Mgr. seek add'l funding First Time Homebuyer/2 For Lowell & report to Council.
C. Descoteaux-Req. Mgr./DPD report on programs/funds available for struggling businesses & report on indicators from new marketing strategies etc.
C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. explore establishing Neighborhood Venture Fund & widen outreach efforts for existing loan programs etc.
M. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. investigate install lights @ 3rd St. Parking Lot.

Agenda for City Council on January 12, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 12, 2009
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of January 5th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Order-Vacate, discontinue and abandon portion Lincoln Parkway (from last week)
3. Order-Vacate, discontinue and abandon portion Tilden St. (from last week).
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
4. Order-To vacate, discontinue and abandon portion of Edwards Street (with report).
CITY MANAGER
5. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motion/Requests.
6. Communication-From City Manager, resignation & appointment to Solid Waste Comm.
7. Vote-Appropriation Transfer $12,660 Cemetery Dept.
8. Vote-Auth. Mgr. accept gift $500 from Comcast (Holiday Reception).
9. Vote-Accept deed from Women in Transition Inc., Bernier St. Extension.
10. Vote-Approving the filing Legislation Banning Texting/while driving.
11. Vote-Authorizing to incur liability for snow and ice removal/treatment.
12. Vote-Auth Mgr. execute Intermunicipal Agreement w/Dracut, JRV Homes 200-220 Eighteenth St.
13. Order-Rename Street C, Street D & portion Revere St. to Canal St. (Hamilton Canal).
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
14. Misc.-Flood Law Office Representing petitioners, requesting to withdraw petition to rezone 45,66 & 80 Willard St.
15. Deolinda Bettencourt req. to move HP Sign from 507 Central St. to 4 Agawam St.
MOTIONS
16. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on potential of implementing a variant of CitiStat model in Lowell.
17. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr establish Neighborhood Improvement Advisory Comm. comprised of Neigh/Reps & other stakeholders etc.

UNANSWERED NON-RESPONSIVE MOTIONS
18. C. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have State reset traffic light @Highland St. near Superior Court. Etc.

Agenda for City Council on January 05, 2010, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 5, 2010
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of December 15th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Order-Vacate, discontinue, abandon portion Lincoln Parkway.
3. Order-Vacate, discontinue, abandon portion Tilden St. (MKL Way).
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
5. Communication-From Manager, requesting approval Out of State Travel.
6. Appointment-James F. O'Donnell Jr. to Lowell Memorial Auditorium Commission.
7. Vote-Apply/accept/expend grant $18,000 Merrimack Valley Nutrition
8. Vote-Rescind & declare surplus 100,152, 174 River Place etc.
9. Vote-Auth. Mgr. accept gift $5,000 from Target Corp.
10. Vote-Accepting provisions Sec. 18A of Ch 32B-Medicare Extension Plan.
11. Ordinance-Quarterly Traffic Ordinance.
12. Ordinance-Create 4 new positions in Police Dept.
REPORTS
13. Wire Insp.-Report of Morton St. to place 1 pole.
PETITIONS
14. Pole loc.-National Grid-To place 1 pole Lundberg St.
15. Claims-4 claims, 2 personal injury, 2 property damage.
MOTIONS
16. C. Martin-Req. Council join efforts of other Cities/Towns in banning text-messaging while driving.
17. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr/School Supt. provide report on increase in Unemployment Cost $750,000.
18. C. Elliott-Req. Auditor provide quarterly revenue/expenditure reports for FY 2010 Budget.
19. C. Broderick-Req. Council negotiate successor contract w/City Manager Lynch.
20. C. Mendonca-Req. Mgr. report on status of Insp. Services and any investigations/reorganizations thereof
21. C. Murphy-Req. Mgr. report on plans & progress toward city-wide Sustainability Plan.

Agenda for City Council on December 15, 2009, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY DECEMBER 15, 2009
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of December 8th for acceptance.
2. Communication-From City Clerk, Election Commission re: Election of next qualified candidate to fill Council vacancy.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (scheduled for 7PM)
3. Ordinance-Chapter 150, Fees, Plumbing & Gas Permits.
4. Ordinance-Chapter 227 Article II, Vacant & Foreclosing Property-Maintenance.
5. Pole Loc.-National Grid to place 1 pole Morton St.
CITY MANAGER
6. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
7. Vote-Auth. Mgr. to enter into license Agreement w/Radulski Law Office for overhanging sign.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
8. Misc.-Flood Law Offices for Alternative House-Req. City accept Bernier St. Extension.
9. Flood Law Offices for Swan St. Development-Req. to extend TSF Zone 61 Bigelow &160.1 Swan St.
MOTIONS
10. C. R. Mercier-Req. 60 Day Trial HP sign 11 Abbott St.
11. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. report on methodology used in 2010 property valuations & past methodologies.

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LOWELL MASSACHUSETTS CITY COUNCIL AGENDA